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RE: Guns in Mexico
This poster states that he recognizes that firearms are prohibited in Mexico. He wants to know what kind of alternative protection is recommended. There is no adequate protection if you are faced with the barrel of a gun. Maybe others can post what they carry for emergencies. Bat/baton, pepper spray, tazer(maybe illegal in Mexico, I do not know).
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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12/06/09 10:02am |
RVing in Mexico and South America
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RE: Emergency Roadside Service
Actually we were grateful to have had Good Sams, because AAA just left us to fen for ourselves. Good Sams did take 2 hrs to arrive and we are also taking into consideration that is was the day before a holiday. It was concerning when we initially called and were placed on hold for 15 minutes before we could explain our emergency. Just want to know if there is better roadside assistance out there and your opinions on the subject.
Thank You for your responses
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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11/26/09 10:01pm |
General RVing Issues
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Emergency Roadside Service
Yesterday we encountered a situation of waiting for some emergency road assistance for 5 1/2 hours on Hwy 12 in California(called Blood Alley)as we had a blow out. It was an inside tire back tire. The amount of time (5 1/2 hours)although frustrating was only part of the issue. We have two ERS providers that we pay for, one is AAA (200 miles) and the other is Good Sams. We first called AAA letting them know that we have a 36ft motorhome. They sent someone out and his jack was not adequate to raise the motorhome to change the tire. So they told us we needed a commercial tow vehicle and therefore could NOT help us.
Thankfully, we had Good Sam as the other option and called them (after waiting on hold to speak to a dispatcher for 15 minutes). We explained the problem and after 2 more hours they sent a guy in a regular pickup to change the tire. He had a high powered jack and taped up some wires that were hanging down that the steel belt on the tire had severed and changed the tire. Obviously a commercial Tow was not necessary , just the right jack and tools.
Now my question, what is the best roadside service to have? AAA, literally left us and said your on your own and Good Sam who finally came out to change the tire after a total time of being on the side of the road for 5 1/2 hours unitl 10:30 @ night. The tire blew out @ 4:30pm and we were 1.5 miles from our destination.
I have heard some good things about coachnet, what are some of your opinions here. Thanks you in advance for your advice.
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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11/26/09 07:21am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Credit Card Info
Thanks for the info Tex
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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11/14/09 09:29am |
RVing in Mexico and South America
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RE: Personal safety while boondocking
".. cell phone reception is non existant where we camp"
Deputy Chief P.O.,
(unless you have satellite phones - the ultimate) In addition to personal safety emergencies .... no cell phone service at remote camping locations could present a much worse danger - a medical emergency. ..... Or mechancial breakdowns out in the middle of nowhere, too
Have you ever considered for your motorhome a roof top cellular antenna direct wired to an inside cell phone transceiver ("amplifier/enhanced receiver") with the transceiver then direct wired to the external antenna connector on your cell phone(s)?
We have this setup in our Class C MH and it works as advertised. Both our cell phone and cellular Internet access are greatly improved - at way less cost than a satellite phone. We used this on an extended 9000 mile trip this summer and found it very rare to not have our cell phones connect and Internet access in all sorts of situations and locations.
Actually I just ordered a "Wilson Electronics iBooster Cellular Amplifier Cradle Kit with Mini Magnet for iPhones"and should get it this week. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0023RRCPY
I am looking forward to seeing if this will provide us with cell phone reception where we boondock. Is this similar to what you suggest? What model or specific amplifier did you purchase for your rig?
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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11/08/09 08:51pm |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: Personal safety while boondocking
I prefer that the people who are uncomfortable with firearm possession, NOT PACK. I also respect their decision and reasons for not doing so.
I can tell you that we boondock on BLM land and the Forest Rangers do not carry firearms pursuant to their policies. They stop @ our campsite to visit, and they know that we are retired and current LEOs in possession of firearms. They specifically stated to us that they know who to be calling for backup assistance in an emergency, US. Certainly we would help in an emergency, but we do not pack to provide Rangers assistance and would prefer not to get involved in their jurisdiction off duty.
We saw this year on the Fourth of July the Rangers drive by our campsite with a couple of Sheriff's patrol Units for back up assistance as they were responding to a call at another campsite.
Incidents do occur and cell phone reception is non existant where we camp. My point in telling this story is that I am sure if an incident should occur when the need for firearm protection is necessary, those that do not carry may be grateful for camping neighbors that do.
I like the comment that the dirt engineer made, "I wear my seatbelt even though most drive without getting in an accident, too."
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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11/07/09 07:07pm |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: Personal safety while boondocking
Groover, your comment,I heard of an interesting, legal and inexpensive option recently. Carry a can of wasp spray. Most have a range of over 20 ft and it would probably run off most wildlife and humans if sprayed in the face. I feel sure that a good spray in the face would take the fight out of me and mess up my aim with a weapon. Since it is legal everywhere you could keep it closer at hand. A firearm won't do any good if it is not with you when you need it. Also, virtually any family member could use it, not just trained and practiced individuals.
This option certainly is better than nothing.
However, in my experience, pepper spray on some humans doesn't always work. I have seen people that have been sprayed, not affected (certainly not the norm). Beware of spraying dogs with pepper spray unless there are no other options, I have witnessed it not work on dogs. I never tried pepper spray on a bear, but if it failed to work on a dog, God forbid should you spray a bear with it.
I do not have any experience with Wasp spray and am interested in it's chemical makeup, if you have any information on this, I would appreciate it. But please remember even wasp spray will not stop another gun.
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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11/05/09 01:41pm |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: Personal safety while boondocking
Welcome to the forum!
I am retired law enforcement. Personally I believe that those who are interested in carrying a firearm in their rig, who are trained in gun safety and understand responsible firearm conduct add an extra element to their traveling safety.
However you need to comply with and adhere to each US state laws or foreign country's laws which may prohibit you from doing so or have certain restrictions.
Possession of a firearm is no guarantee that you will be totally safe, it just provides those whose responsibly carry one further safety option in a life threatening situation.
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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11/05/09 01:05pm |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: HWY 2 from Sonoyta to Santa Ana
Thanks Gene, It is good to know!!
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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10/19/09 07:59am |
RVing in Mexico and South America
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RE: HWY 2 from Sonoyta to Santa Ana
Hi Gene,
Glad to hear crossing the border into Mexico was relatively non eventful. Now for clarification, if I understand you correctly, is all the construction that we encountered last year on our way home from Kino completed?
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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10/18/09 10:19pm |
RVing in Mexico and South America
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RE: I am truly embarrassed to ask this question
I was just thinking (My spouse considers me dangerous when I do), have you considered looking into or purchasing a stairmaster or some other exercize equipment that is not as large as the one you currently own that could still meet your needs?
Also utilizing the steps of your motorhome creates similar actions as the stairmaster similates.
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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09/29/09 04:48pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Sugar Barge in the Ca Delta. Sept 18 and 19, 2009
Wonderful John!
I am so relieved that you captured his roving behind. I can imagine that you all are so very happy to have him back safe. Next trip I'll bring the cuffs and shackles!!!
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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09/20/09 04:15pm |
Rallies, Shows and Gatherings
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RE: Sugar Barge in the Ca Delta. Sept 18 and 19, 2009
Again, we would like to thank you and Butch for organizing everything. An event much appreciated and well done!
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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09/20/09 02:14pm |
Rallies, Shows and Gatherings
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RE: Sugar Barge in the Ca Delta. Sept 18 and 19, 2009
Art's working Friday, but would like to play on Saturday. At least to hit a bucket of balls.
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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09/17/09 12:07am |
Rallies, Shows and Gatherings
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RE: Sugar Barge in the Ca Delta. Sept 18 and 19, 2009
Butch,
Yes Butch, please put us down for Wednesday, we will be there late in the afternoon (around 6 or 7pm) Thanks!
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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09/14/09 07:58am |
Rallies, Shows and Gatherings
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RE: Sugar Barge in the Ca Delta. Sept 18 and 19, 2009
Hi,
I got home awhile ago from Sugar Barge. I have to work tomorrow so I thought I would spend the night at home. Butch is going out tonight to catch our dinner.
a few things some might like to know
1. the restaurant is closed.
2. hwy 12 will be closed between hwy 5 and hwy 160 (between Lodi and Rio Vista)
it will be closed Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9/15-9/17, from 7am-4pm.
Karla,
Just to clarify, does this mean that Hwy 12 will be open after 4pm? If so we will be arriving late on Wednesday. Hope I got this information correct. Look forward to seeing you all!!!
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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09/13/09 01:45pm |
Rallies, Shows and Gatherings
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RE: positioning rv
For us it depends on what the season is. In the summer to avoid heat, we do not want the windshield facing the afternoon sun.
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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08/11/09 03:00pm |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: Sugar Barge in the Ca Delta. Sept 18 and 19, 2009
Hi Butch.
Put us down for a salad.
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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08/09/09 12:03pm |
Rallies, Shows and Gatherings
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RE: Sugar Barge in the Ca Delta. Sept 18 and 19, 2009
Hi Butch,
Art and I (37ft Motorhome) still plan on going. Do we need to send you a check now, and if so could you pm the address. Let us know what exactly you want us to do and we will be more than happy to oblige.
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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07/25/09 03:27pm |
Rallies, Shows and Gatherings
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RE: Any support for a spanish language forum??
So Tom, Buddy, Amigo. Creo que tu espanol es mejor que tu pienses. Quisas tu quiero un nuevo empleo como el moderator de el foro espanol. huh, huh, :). Tu puedes mejorar sus habilidades espanol al mismo tiempo.
All in favor of drafting Tom as the new Spanish Language forum moderator say "Hay Caramba". :) (you'll forgive me in time buddy, really)
Estoy deacuerdo con John Y Angela, Tom escribe muy bien, pero tambien intiendo que el moderator de el foro espanol ocuparia mucho tiempo por una persona.
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Deputy Chief P.O.
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07/24/09 03:14pm |
RVing in Mexico and South America
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