NOT on the road again :-(

**Tubby & Peanut's Mom** · 12-18-2005, 07:26 AM

Phred was asking where my annual Road Trip thread was so I decided to start one, even though we're not exacty headed anywhere.

I posted details about our lame start in the Thursday thread. I'll dig out the link when I get done here..

Anyway, so we spent the night in freezing cold Urbana, IL. Thank goodness the heat is working. Terry got up every two hours to start the engine to make sure the hydraulic oil didn't get too cold and thick. This morning as we're getting ready to go, he came in and said the repaired radiator was leaking. A small leak, but leaking nonetheless. Therefore, our revised plan of heading to Ocala, FL instead of the Keys was aborted and we're now headed for Normal, IL. There is a repair facility there and we're going to see if they can order a new radiator, have it air shipped to them and have it in by the end of the day Tuesday. The good news is they have power hook-ups, so I can at least turn my heated floor on.

IF they have the part in stock and IF they can air freight it, it's going to cost us a ton of money, but at least we can salvage part of our vacation. Thank goodness I got the entire two weeks off or I'd have to head back to work about the time everything is fixed.

The snots are doing well. Peanut is snoozing in her carrier right now. I just can not get over what a good little traveler she is. CJ is even being relatively quiet in his carrier today with only spurts of meowing. I think we're all a little tired from the engine starts every two hours.

It's about 18 degrees out, and the good news is the flurries have stopped. The roads are actually looking kind of white, which is not a good thing. So far it's not the vacation we expected, but we're still thinking positive that we can be on our way by Wednesday morning.

**smokey the elder** · 12-18-2005, 08:14 AM

Oh, man! You've had nothing but problems with the hydraulics on that beast. Do they have lemon laws for RVs?

**anna_66** · 12-18-2005, 09:50 AM

Goodness Debbie how terrible this is for you guys

I sure hope that they're able to get the radiator for you and get you back on the road soon.

**Cinder & Smoke** · 12-18-2005, 10:52 AM

Originally Posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom

... the repaired radiator was leaking.
A small leak, but leaking nonetheless.

... and we're now headed for Normal, IL.

...we're still thinking positive that we can be on our way by Wednesday morning.

Take SOME comfort that you've been close to repair shops for the latest problem.
Drivin In beats comin in on the Hook!

We'll Kross Pawz & Klawz that the parts show up Quickly and provide a
PERMANENT "fix" to the hydraulic problem!

As a thought - Terry might ask the Mechanical Types to double-check:
* The Hydraulic System Pressure is set properly and not "surging" to a high level
* The Hydraulic OIL is "clean" and isn't pumping metal shavings or grit -
thereby causing the wear on stuff that normally doesn't "wear out".

Purrayers for a Quick & Speedy Repair!!

**poofy** · 12-18-2005, 11:09 AM

Good Luck , Hope its a safe and happy trip..

**Corinna** · 12-18-2005, 11:52 AM

Not to be mean but if your still there on wed. you could almost meet Gina at the rate she traveling on here new adventureous life. Sorry you are haveing so much trouble with that new beautiful motorcoach.

**krazyaboutkatz** · 12-18-2005, 04:58 PM

Debbie, I'm sorry to hear that you're having problems with the RV again.

Hopefully it'll be fixed soon so you can enjoy yourselves and have a great vacation. Please drive carefully and stay safe.

**gini** · 12-19-2005, 01:43 AM

Wow, Debbie, I bet Terry is not a happy person right now. I am so sorry that you are having all of this trouble with the motorhome. Hopefully these problems are temporary and can be repaired and you will soon be on the road again headed for a real vacation.

I am glad that the kitties are doing alright too.