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Rig destroyed today!

TucsonJim
Explorer II
Explorer II
Ginnie and I have been on the road since mid June. This morning I developed a sudden fuel leak in my 2013 F350. It ignited before I could get stopped. Ginnie, our doggie and I bailed out of the truck and the cab was quickly engulfed in flames.

The fire spread to our 2014 Grand Design Reflection fifth wheel. The truck, FW, and all of our personal possessions were destroyed. We were able to buy some clothes tonight and we'll drive the 1800 miles to home in a rental car. When I get home, I'll post some pictures.

Tucson Jim
2016 Ford F350 Turbo Diesel SRW 4x4
2017 Grand Design Reflection 297RSTS
2013 Ford F350 Turbo Diesel SRW 4x4 (Destroyed by fire - 8/29/16)
2014 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS (Destroyed by fire - 8/29/16)
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Abby_Normal
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Explorer
As all have stated, I am so sorry for your loss, but so grateful that you, your wife and dog all made it out safely. Praying that you will not encounter any hassles during the replacement process. Looking forward to hearing that you are once again back on the road!

MFL
Nomad II
Nomad II
Jim, sorry to hear of your tragic experience! It is hard, but most possessions can be replaced. On the bright side, you have a home to return to. I hope the replacement process goes well for you, and wish you the best of luck in the future!

Jerry

coolmom42
Explorer II
Explorer II
So glad you got out safely!
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DutchmenSport
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Explorer
I experienced a car fire once, many years ago. It was devastating, and it was only the car. We would be completely heart broken if we lost truck and trailer under any conditions. I am sorry for your loss and extremely grateful you and your's are all OK. That's the most important thing.

Every time, before pulling out of the drive way before any travels with truck and trailer, my wife and I always say a little quick prayer, "Lord, get us there safely; and get us home safely." When we get home, pulling in the drive way, we always say, "Thank-you Lord!" I'll say, "Thank-you Lord for watching over TusonJim also and for giving him the wisdom to do the right thing at just the right moment!"

MudChucker
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Explorer
๐Ÿ˜ž thankful you were all able to get out.

I have always had this big plan that if the 5ver caught fire I'd unhook it and drop it on the ground doing what ever damage to to the truck...never gave any thought to the truck catch fire.
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petrel
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Explorer
Sorry for your loss. Glad all are safe.
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icanon
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Explorer
First let me say I'm glad everyone is safe, material can be replaced, lives can't.
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Now for those who Don't believe in anything without photos Please refrain from replying "Show us some photos or I don't believe it happened" They (the OP) have been though enough, thank you.
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rockhillmanor
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What a horrible experience. So sorry you had to go thru that. So glad that you and your family and pet escaped injury and are ok. Our prayers will be with you tonight for a safe trip back home.

We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned,
so as to have the life that is waiting for us.

Bears_Den
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Glad you guys got out o.k. The possessions can always be replaced.
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Nicholsfamily05
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Explorer
So sorry to hear about the loss of your rig and set up.
Glad to hear everyone is ok tho.
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transamz9
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TucsonJim wrote:
Ginnie and I have been on the road since mid June. This morning I developed a sudden fuel leak in my 2013 F350. It ignited before I could get stopped. Ginnie, our doggie and I bailed out of the truck and the cab was quickly engulfed in flames.

The fire spread to our 2014 Grand Design Reflection fifth wheel. The truck, FW, and all of our personal possessions were destroyed. We were able to buy some clothes tonight and we'll drive the 1800 miles to home in a rental car. When I get home, I'll post some pictures.

Tucson Jim


Holy COW! So sorry for your troubles. I will be thinking of you and yours. Be safe on the way home.
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Scottiemom
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Nomad
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Hate to hear something like this. So very thankful you are both okay and your doggie is with you. That must have been terrifying.

Wishing you the best in getting it all straightened out. Safe travels back to your home. Time to regroup.

Dale
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Fabguy
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Explorer
Wow.

That's horrible! Glad you, wife and doggie got out safely!
Jeff


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azdryheat
Explorer
Explorer
Can't imagine what you're going through. So very sorry but glad everyone got out OK. Hope you don't have problems with the insurance and can get back on the road.
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Nutinelse2do
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Explorer
Holy cow. What a horrible story. So sorry about your truck, rig, and possessions, but thank goodness the three of you are ok.

Keep us posted when you find out how the fuel leak occurred. Doesn't sound right in a 2013!

So sorry guys. Our prayers are with you. Don't think I want to see pics. It will make me sick to my stomach. Safe travels home.
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