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My_Roadtrek
Feb 18, 2015Explorer
drsolo wrote:
I periodically try the parking brake just to make sure it works IN the parking lot of my mechanic, but I cannot remember the last time I actually used the parking (AKA emergency) brake. My last encounter was 40+ years ago when the parking brake froze due to disuse/rust. Never used them again.
As for AAA, got it, use it. Last winter lost serpentine while on freeway in Florida. They loaded the 1992 RVAn up, hauled it to mechanic who fixed it that day. This summer locked my keys inside (complicated) Sauk Centre, MN and they were there in 1/2 hour.
When it comes to gas, a lock out, AAA is fine, but they will not tow an RV unless you have AAA Plus RV, and even then not all states participate in RV Plus towing. You may be able to get reimbursed later, but in many situations you will have to pay upfront, then go through the hassle of getting reimbursed.
My suggestion to the op is go with a company that specilizes in RV Roadside Asst. and Towing.
I never set the parking brake unless on a hill, it just stretches out the cable.
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