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Brass

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  1. Thanks for the replies everyone. Further research into these remote style switches has told me that they are prone to failure. I plan to replace it with a manual version. Sourcing one for an HDT seems like the only option with all the available current from the battery bank. Unfortunately, we don't get to drive it as often as I would like to so the residual draw all these trucks seem to have is a concern. Along with the between trip concern and to help with keeping the fridge running when we do get out in it, we will also add a 100 watt flexible solar panel to the top of the sleeper. I'm not sure if that would make the switch unnecessary or not? We don't leave the fridge on between trips. All the same, even with a good charge controller, we don't want to end up overcharging the batteries while the truck sits. So perhaps I just answered my own question there. BTW, the truck is a very young 2014 VNL670 D13 with 120,000 miles on the clock and a 10 speed, I never learned how to drive an automatic!
  2. Sorry if this has been addressed already elsewhere in the forum, I did do a search that didn't return any results but will be the first to admit my forum search skills are not the greatest. In my truck I have a remote battery disconnect switch located at the base of driver's seat, right near the pull ring for the jockey box. It is supposed to kill power to the truck when parked. Unfortunately, it doesn't appear to be working since I came out to a set of dead batteries recently. So my questions, does anyone have any experience with these? Were should I focus my search for the cause of the fault? Are these worth the effort of repairing or is there a better solution for parking? Thanks for replies! Brass.
  3. Another agent just got back to me, better late than never, and says that they would have written the policy so I'll toss his name into this post as well. Thanks to Darryl&Rita for this lead. Hub International, and specifically Jarod there (403) 777-9240. It took them a few days to get back to me but did say they would write the policy. In my case it did help that Darry&Rita were on file for them to reference how to write the policy. A big thank you to everyone that help me get this sorted out. I can't tell you all how much I appreciate your efforts.
  4. Thanks everyone, I did reach out to Gregg, and he did turn up a lead however that didn't pan out since I'm not an existing client with that company and the vehicle hasn't yet been converted. So no joy there at all. Other agents and brokers so far haven't been able to pull together anything helpful. At this point the lowest quote is $5300. This despite my 20+ years accident/claim free record and 35 years driving history. On the phone, the agents always try to be helpful but it's clear their eyes are glazing over when you say Volvo VNL670. I was waiting for a few call backs but it seems most are grouping me into facility coverage which is $$$$ since they take the policies no one else will write. *** Update*** And then Finally .... A call to Center Street Insurance, Hanna Alberta branch location (403) 857-8830. I spoke with Tia there who actually knew what an RV hauler was, answered my call. She knew that the truck isn't commercial and more importantly, knew to push it to the policy holder (SGI Canada) as a private vehicle for use as an RV. I would like to send a huge THANK YOU to rdickinson for helping me out with finding someone to sign a policy. He went way out above and beyond including making calls and reaching out to insurance companies for me. Thank you so much for your assistance. I owe you a few cold ones! Honorable mention goes out to James at Bow Valley Ins (403) 297-9414. He again understood the principals and went to the policy writers to try to get the best fit. Unfortunately, he wasn't able to get back to me in time to be able to work things out. If you are searching for insurance in Alberta, give both of these companies a call. They are agents that are willing to listen and work to earn your business.
  5. Thanks, I will call their Calgary office tomorrow morning.
  6. Hi Everyone, I need some help. I purchased a truck from the US and need to get it home to begin the conversion but have hit brick walls trying to get insurance coverage. I have tried: RV Direct - won't insure until it is registered in home province Coop - won't insure as RV until converted - but will insure as commercial for $6000 (must be paid in full up front with a substantial cancellation fee) Progressive - won't cover unless I move my home and auto to them Most others I have tried just won't cover it. Does anyone have a lead they can send me, I fly out next Wednesday to pick it up.
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