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Motor home ready to go

Just a quick reminder:  I know it is easy for discussions to become political.  We are one of the very few forums that is friendly because this is VERBOTEN.

This thread went political very quickly, so it was deleted.

No, I don't expect that someone else's opinion (or even facts) will sway your opinion and visa versa.  Easier to just agree to disagree on some things and move along to THINGS-FORETRAVEL.

Thanks for helping keep this the excellent resource it is .

Brett/moderator
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Reply #1 –
Thanks Brett.
We should all just be aware, that with any sort or disaster or emergency, either man-made or natural, we need to keep our coaches fully operational and ready to go.  It can make a big difference as to how you and your family get through it.
A bad situation can be relatively comfortable if you are prepared.
Mark & Bev
2001 U295 36' Slide
Cummins ISC 8.3 350HP
Build #5802
Jeep Wrangler Toad

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Reply #2 –
Mark,

Absolutely AGREE!

Whether fire, hurricane, tornado or earth quake, having an escape pod is a great idea.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Reply #3 –
In my case there is no way out of south Orange County, ca.  Three freeway lanes and 30 million people. 

We have gone to some  lengths to prepare.  Hope we never need it
"Riding and rejoicing"
Bob
1997 U320 40' Mid entry, build 5132,  wtbi ce27, 4th owner
2007 Solara convertible
2 prodeco tech outlaw ss electric bikes

1095 watts solar
08 Ls 460 and a sc430
2000 Ford F-250 superduty 4x4

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Reply #4 –
Now that the dust has settled....
Our FT is always kept full of diesel, water, empty waste tanks, and ready to evacuate.  Our biggest risk here in south Louisiana is hurricanes but we're 1 mile from the Mississippi River and there is always a risk during spring floods of a levee breaking and flooding our area.  We are also in a chemical corridor with the risks from them of fire and air quality.  So we are prepared with freeze dried food here at the S&B and some in the coach.  We don't have a house generator since we feel the FT is where we wanna be, preferably headed away from any danger.  It's always best to be prepared and have an escape plan regardless of what disasters could affect your area. 
Forest & Cindy Olivier
1987 log cabin
2011 Roadtrek C210P
no longer 1999 36' U320 build #5522
2013 Rzr 570 & 2018 Ranger XP1000
2006 Lexus GX470
2011 Tahoe LT 4x4
Previous 1998 45' 2 slide Newell, 1993 39' Newell

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Reply #5 –
We did the same-- live three miles from salt water (Galveston bay), so hurricane evacuation is always a consideration in season.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Reply #6 –
Implementation is key.. prep all you want and stick around to long.. bad things happen!!

With all the ash .. protections need to be in place .. how to keep it out of everything?

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Reply #7 –
Quote from: DavidS –
Implementation is key.. prep all you want and stick around to long.. bad things happen!!
Bingo! Give that man a cigar.

If one hesitates to "get out of Dodge" at the earliest possible moment (when that's what is warranted), they could find themselves in a situation worse than staying in place.

We try to be prepared for either option: Home base is 100% off grid, on-site well, and well stocked. The coach is normally ready to roll at the drop of a hat (or frantic spouse :o ), minimum of 80% fuel load, full fresh-empty black/grey water tanks, 3-5 weeks of food for the family, booze/tobacco, toiletries, stash of cash, stash of PM, and the reasonable means to retain the above.

We've had to use both of the options: Rolled for the Monument fire, stayed for COVID. During both events, we found there were a few items we wish we had, but nothing critical. Water, food, medicines, shelter, and the means to retain it; add cash and barter items for the long term. IMO, it's impractical to be fully ready for every scenario, but the basics will get you through most of them.

Greg 
Greg & Cathy
2000 U320 4010 DGFE Build #5650
Had: 1999 Tradewinds 7370

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Reply #8 –
For the first time since we bought our Foretravel in 2013, it isn't completely ready to leave. We're in central Wyoming, most likely for at least another 6-8 months and maybe longer. The nighttime temperatures are dipping below freezing most nights, and I'm told that it will soon get cold (as it -30*). There is a fire a hundred miles south of us, but as far as I know there isn't anything closer.

Normally, before we land at a campsite, I top off the fuel. Jo Ann keeps the food supply pretty full, and I like to keep the fresh water tank pretty full. Black and grey tanks generally don't get all that full before being dumped, usually 3-5 days.

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Reply #9 –
Some states in your neighborhood may be transitioning to a winter diesel blend. Might want to consider adding a cetane booster additive for cold morning starts especially if you have a full tank of summer diesel.

Differences between summer and winter diesel: Key Differences Between Winter Diesel Fuel and Summer Diesel Fuel — Diesel...

Pierce
Pierce and Gaylie Stewart
'93 U300/36 WTBI
Detroit 6V-92TA Jake
1140 watts on the roof
SBFD (ret)

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Reply #10 –
After our last run to circulate the anti-gel stuff I topped the tank off just as full as I could. From fuel stop to storage place is maybe five miles. As I recall I put in somewhat over 10 gallons of diesel. The anti-gel stuff was a quart as I recall. The bottle said it was enough for 160 gallons,

Realistically, I don't see any chance of needing the coach before June.

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Reply #11 –
Glad the coach was ready to go today.  At 11:00am, we received the "Evacuate NOW" order.  In less than 30 minutes, we had everything important loaded in the Toad and Coach and were on the road out.
Went down to Boyd Lake in Loveland Colorado.  Got a spot right on the lake, have 50amp electric, have a space heater in the water/dump bay (supposed to get to 10 degrees on Sunday) fridge is full of food, water and LPG are full, holding tanks empty, and we're sitting here watching tv in comfort.

Many of my neighbors and friends are at the Red Cross Evac. Center.  While that is safe and out of harms ways, we are very happy for our Foretravel.
Mark & Bev
2001 U295 36' Slide
Cummins ISC 8.3 350HP
Build #5802
Jeep Wrangler Toad

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Reply #12 –
Sorry about the evacuation today, we are glad you're safe and extremely comfortable. We watched the footage from Estes today one way down hill, but better than last night and the Grand Lake evacuees coming over Trail Ridge in the dark !
Stay Safe
88 Grand Villa 36' ORED 3208 (throwaway)Cat.
 Build # 3150
Happiness is the maximum agreement of reality and desire.
 

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Reply #13 –
Glad you and Bev are safe.  Be Prepared, the motto of a good Scout.

Roger
Roger Engdahl and Susan Green
2001 U320 3610 #5879 (Home2) - 2014 Jeep Cherokee or 2018 F150
Hastings, MN