RV-Vehicle-Trailer tows (nCDL time?)
For those of you who double tow (RV towing a vehicle with a trailer attached to the towed vehicle) be aware that several states are jumping on non-commercial drivers license double-triple endorsements (like a CDL but not valid for commercial driving) bandwagon. CA (surprise, surprise, surprise) seems to be leading the pack with nCDL's for double/triple and over 26,000lb class RV's. Reports from NY are that they are enforcing a double triple endorsement requirement, even for out of state drivers. But this seems to be somewhat inconsistent between counties, and even NYSP patrol zones. I called a DMV in Lewis County as I am planning a trip to Fort Drum and have a Jeep JK and sub-2000lb MC trailer double tow setup. I'm under 26,000 but have a CDL-A without double/triple endorsement. The lady was not sure of the rules and said someone would get back to me, two weeks ltaer I'm still waiting...Trucks or Buses Left Lane Only. Does that mean me?
Am I breaking any laws by not moving left? I was driving my motorhome through the construction zone cattle chutes this morning when I saw the sign: "Trucks and Buses Left Lane Only". Since the exit was in a few miles anyway, I stayed in the right lane because, in heavy bumper-to-bumper traffic, it is tough moving from the left lane. My motorhome is not registered as a truck nor a bus, but it is just as big. Has anyone got nabbed for staying right?
Coachman Mirada floor replacement
Hey all. We found some soft spots in our kitchen floor. Both are under where the slide out is when its retracted. No signs of water leakage and there is no plumbing over the spots. We will keep looking for leaks. Does anyone know a good way to cut the plywood floor? The coach has steel joists. I'm sort of stumped on how to cut the plywood with out hosing the saw blade when it hits the first steel joist. I'm trying to find a toe kick saw for rental and will use one if can find one. The other problem is that this plywood is an odd thickness? Not 1/2" more like 9/16. Just enough off that 1/2 wont match at a joint. Thanks Mike
Updating TVs
Hello all! I'm a newbie to RVing I just purchased a 2008 Four Winds Mandalay 40H Friday and one of the first things I noticed was the outdated televisions. I am wanting to update them with new LED flat screens. My question is... Are there specific type of TVs and mounts used to mount them or does the typical mounts you buy for your residential house work? Any recommendations or things to avoid? All information is welcomed. Trying to do it right, THE FIRST TIME.
Foremost Insurance - Opinions?
Hi Team, As we enter the world of Class A. I have begun looking for Insurance. The coach coach we are purchasing (a reallly cool Monaco Vesta) is worth bout $100K. I got quotes (for similar coverage) in the range of $1800 to $1250 from the usual suspects (Progressive, GMAC, GS, etc.). Then I tried Foremost (a division of Farmers). For better coverage than the others (higher limits than I was got from the others) they were $950. Any inputs/thoughts on Foremost? Sure tempted to go with them. Thanks Dan EDIT: GEICO BLEW THEM ALL AWAY SEE POST BELOW
120 Volt Water Pump
Does anyone out there have a 120 VAC water pump in there coach? We don't boondock and was just wondering if there was an advantage (higher GPM etc) to a 120 Volt pump. We always are running our genny or hooked up to shore power (or can turn the inverter on) so no real need to stick with 12 VDC pump. We aren't having pump issues, just thinking about the water flow at the shower and faucets. Thanks and Merry Christmas!
