When does the fear stop?
I jumped in having never owned an RV before and purchased a 32' Class A motorhome. I am a very confident driver having driven for over 20 years anything from a tiny sports car to a big ass truck. I've...
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Find a spot, or put a sticker, on the dash so that it lines up with the center line when you're about a foot or so inside the line and use that as a quick reference as to where you are on the road. Also, an old trucker rule is to check mirrors every 7 seconds, which also gives you good reference to where you are and also to check for vehicles around you. A quick glance is all that is needed. I know it's scary at first, but with a little practice it soon becomes easier and more relaxing. Of all the vehicles I own, I prefer driving the motorhome. Well, maybe second after my 1986 MR2. ;)
If it's too windy, and this is determined by individual drivers, get off the road till the wind dies down. I have spent more than a night in rest areas waiting for the wind to die down. Mornings and late afternoons are usually better times to avoid wind. It is quite a bit different driving a motorhome than any other vehicle, but hopefully you will learn to drive it with confidence. Hang in there! and GOOD LUCK!
If it's too windy, and this is determined by individual drivers, get off the road till the wind dies down. I have spent more than a night in rest areas waiting for the wind to die down. Mornings and late afternoons are usually better times to avoid wind. It is quite a bit different driving a motorhome than any other vehicle, but hopefully you will learn to drive it with confidence. Hang in there! and GOOD LUCK!
