Apr 15, 2022
Is the third time the charm?
Yesterday morning Cummins made the decision to tow the RV to a highly rated Cummins facility in Kamloops, B.C., about 167 kms/104 miles away. A very long tow, based on the prices in the US, this would be a $4,000.00 tow at the least. There was a good deal of back and forth re a regular tow versus putting the RV or on a flat bed trailer. Of course we preferred the flat bed but there was some concern that we we were too tall plus that fact that we had no power and would have to be winched up backwards which likely would cause damage to the fibreglass.
We have been through the RV a few times but I wanted to do it again and did in fact find things to bring back home. Most importantly our insurance papers both Canadian and Mexican which I would need for getting some insurance money back. We moved the RV onto the main road so that there was lots of space to hook up.
We spoke very nicely to the tow truck driver and of course he said that this wasn’t his first rodeo. Still this was our baby. Here Colin is helping him fill the suspension with air the way he would prefer it to be done.
As we were now familiar with the procedure we were able to point out some specific areas that needed attention based on how low we are.
The first time we were towed out of the Quartzite area it took 90 minutes to hook up and so did this one. This driver was skeptical at how long we said that it took, in the end he spent the same amount of time.
Trying to get the perfect balance of height both front and back.
Adios dear RV. Hope to see you again but not sure when. Colin provided the heavy duty string to tie up the back mud flap. Bungee cords would not work. We are happy with how hard this fellow worked to get everything right. First he had to drive here from Kamloops and now he has to return, at least a 2.5 hour drive. Certainly a long day. We hope that Cummins will pay for some, if not all of the repair bill.
Only day three of the girls being able to see out the window towards the street. They do need to be monitored to teach them not to bark. They really only bark if they see Colin outside returning in the Jeep or the golf cart or speaking to someone.
Soon I need to focus on getting my desk in order as the laundry has all been done. Really, 16 loads!!
This mail has now been sorted and the envelopes slit open. I will have to start to deal with it all this weekend as most of it is connected to our company year end taxes and our personal taxes, all due April 30th. It will likely take four to six full days to get it all completed. Then I can really start to relax. Last night I washed my hair and sat on the bed to comb out the knots. Guess I leaned over and slept for a few hours. Colin tried to wake me up for dinner but I would not budge. Obviously I needed the sleep.
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That is quite the process to get that beast hooked up and rolling. Hopefully you will get good news soon!
My understanding is that they can’t even look at it until the 25th. Hopefully parts won’t be needed.
Like you we are hoping they get it right this time. Hoping they cover the bill as well.
It seems as we age we need more sleep.
Be Safe and Enjoy!
It’s about time.
We believe that Cummins will cover the bill, they did warranty their work but then they never discovered this particular problem so we have no idea how it will all work out.
Looks like you got a tow truck driver that knew what he was doing, pretty impressed at how level he got the bus for the trip to Kamloops. As you said, likely not his 1st rodeo. Glad you didn’t have to remove the gravel guard, I had to do so when we had to be towed, and trust me it’s a pain. Good luck getting this sorted out.
Thank you for all of your help and emails. Colin was impressed at how level it was, the rear was much higher than our first tow.
I sure hope this is the last time and they finally get your coach fixed!
We hope so as well.
Lets hope the third time is the charm. Happy Easter to you both!
And to you as well. If it is not repaired that will be the end of RVing days.