Moving up and maneuvering

[leedav]

Kinda what I was thinking.

Originally Posted by pteck

It's generally easy see which one you want to pull into. But make sure to consider the exit path prior to pulling in. Consider how tight if any turn needs to be on the exit, and consider how potential traffic and/or parked cars may interfere.

[rmkrum]

All else fails, get out and look (GOAL) is always a good idea. Gas pump lanes that take you straight toward a building are a bad bet.

[sirtate]

Originally Posted by rmkrum

All else fails, get out and look (GOAL) is always a good idea. Gas pump lanes that take you straight toward a building are a bad bet.

Yup...

Sometimes, it's best to back in so you can drive out...

Practice/experience will guide you after a few times you found yourself cussing your way out of a spot...

Don't assume that other drivers have the slightest clue about how much space you need to manoeuvre. They don't. They'll look at you like you're just not driving normal at all, and they'll get frustrated at you for being in the way....

[leedav]

Originally Posted by sirtate

Yup...

Sometimes, it's best to back in so you can drive out...

Practice/experience will guide you after a few times you found yourself cussing your way out of a spot...

Don't assume that other drivers have the slightest clue about how much space you need to manoeuvre. They don't. They'll look at you like you're just not driving normal at all, and they'll get frustrated at you for being in the way....

Good advice. I’ve been getting out and looking a bunch

[sirtate]

Originally Posted by leedav

Good advice. I’ve been getting out and looking a bunch

It's always best to know EXACTLY what that 'crunch' was...

(Slim Pickens from 'Blazing Saddles'; ' What in the h*ll was that!?')

When there is nobody looking and things are quiet, practice backing into that 'hard' spot.
(One day you'll have to do it for real, and you'll have an audience. The cheerleaders in your head will thank you)

[leedav]

We're good. I used to have a car trailer and DW is a great spotter. Out first campsite was short, full of trees and facing the wrong way. I'm more concerned about turning radius.

Originally Posted by sirtate

It's always best to know EXACTLY what that 'crunch' was...

(Slim Pickens from 'Blazing Saddles'; ' What in the h*ll was that!?')

When there is nobody looking and things are quiet, practice backing into that 'hard' spot.
(One day you'll have to do it for real, and you'll have an audience. The cheerleaders in your head will thank you)

[leedav]

Although I just need to find a parking lot with “furniture “

[uncle_bob]

Originally Posted by leedav

Any tips for picking a lane at the filling station?

Hi

Well, one good bet is the lane that a similar sized AS just pulled out of (yes, we have had that happen ....).

With the "normal" gas station setup (many pumps parallel to each other) end pumps are generally easier. You are less likely to get boxed in by somebody parking and going in to the store to take a two hour nap (what *do* these people do for all that time???)

It's always best to put eyeballs on both the *entire* entry route and exit route. I've actually run into more trouble with a partially obscured entry than I ever have had with an exit. The "around the back of the building" stuff can be iffy. (oh, that's where they put a wall of dumpsters .... hmmm ....).

Next thing on the list in some areas is really weird angles at the curb. Some roads have almost a ditch at the side. The dip going in or out of a driveway can cause your trailer to bottom out.

Gas stations on any toll road I've ever been on have all been trailer friendly in most lanes. Gas may not be cheap (or maybe it is) there, but filing up is easy.
The same thing generally is true at a lot of interstate exits. The stations that cater to large vehicles tend to cluster at specific exits. If one looks iffy, there are three more to check out within a 1/4 mile.

Some brands are better bets than others. Bucees is a good bet, not going to find them in PA though. The "truck" places like Loves and Pilot usually are well laid out (though not always ....).

One basic thing to do, drive by the place to get a good view of everything. Run down the road and turn around to get back to it. Sometimes you get a better view of this or that from one angle, but not from any other.

Lots of fun !!!

Bob

[ROBERT CROSS]

Originally Posted by rmkrum

DW requires parking any of our vehicles far from others to reduce the opportunity to collect dents. We need the exercise anyway...

TeeHee....


Bob
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[rd tighe]

With many years on the road.We have not had any problems at grocery stores just stay way away from the door.But post offices are another story.

[MomcatA]

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[MetalMissile]

Two concerns with gas stops here in California with my 27FB have been the steel poles that are placed to protect planters and gas pumps and buildings at the corners of lots, and the fact that I'm 4 feet longer than my previous trailer.

Given that most filling stations are on boulevard corners, there are frequently storm drains, deep curb allowances for water flow and the steep driveways that accomodate these- and go hand in hand this hydro-focused design. Having smacked the rear skids of my previous trailer on deep driveways, I decided to have my dealer install a 2" lift on the 27FB so I needn't worry about smacking and bending my silver missile.

Every time there's a curb or tire dam that the rear of the trailer has to clear, I now have peace of mind. I also cringe when I see how low the OEM ride height is for "stock" AS trailers, and imagine my stabilizers being removed by a concrete object.

The steel poles are another challenge. I focus on giving them plenty of room, as they would be trajically unforgiving. I never want to ask that question: "What was that crunch?"

[leedav]

I'm surprised your dealer agreed to install a lift. They won't do it here. I asked when I had the Bambi. At least now I have 15" wheels. Tail dragging is definitely a concern

Originally Posted by MetalMissile

Two concerns with gas stops here in California with my 27FB have been the steel poles that are placed to protect planters and gas pumps and buildings at the corners of lots, and the fact that I'm 4 feet longer than my previous trailer.

Given that most filling stations are on boulevard corners, there are frequently storm drains, deep curb allowances for water flow and the steep driveways that accomodate these- and go hand in hand this hydro-focused design. Having smacked the rear skids of my previous trailer on deep driveways,Attachment 347312 I decided to have my dealer install a 2" lift on the 27FB so I needn't worry about smacking and bending my silver missile.

Every time there's a curb or tire dam that the rear of the trailer has to clear, I now have peace of mind. I also cringe when I see how low the OEM ride height is for "stock" AS trailers, and imagine my stabilizers being removed by a concrete object.

The steel poles are another challenge. I focus on giving them plenty of room, as they would be trajically unforgiving. I never want to ask that question: "What was that crunch?"

[NoResults]

I had no problem getting my lift installed on my 23 in Albany. I had my lift on my 27 installed in Calif when I was in the area.


Great improvement. I think Airstream NW just did not want to do it. Dave