Dasman321 Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 Does anyone have an opinion on low clearance avoidance systems? I would like to hear some opinions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBH Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 Most RV/truck GPS systems now incorporate low clearance warnings. I know the Rand McNally unit does. If you set it up with your unit's height it will not route you under one too low. A truckers road atlas will also have a section listing low clearances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark and Dale Bruss Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 Interesting idea but it can't measure the height of the overpass under you are at it. I rely on trucking GPS software which is height knowledgeable Please click for Emails instead of PM Mark & DaleJoey - 2016 Bounder 33C Tige - 2006 40' Travel SupremeSparky III - 2021 Mustang Mach-e, off the the Road since 2019 Useful HDT Truck, Trailer, and Full-timing Info atwww.dmbruss.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dasman321 Posted February 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 Thanks for the response, however I am more concerned with Mislabeled fuel station canopies and RV park obstacles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalkie Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 Thanks for the response, however I am more concerned with Mislabeled fuel station canopies and RV park obstacles. I could be wrong in my thinking, but I worry about those less than I do a mislabeled highway underpass. Highways occasionally get repaved which make a difference in the clearance which might not be corrected and you would be hard pressed to pin liability on a government entity. Campgrounds and gas stations do not have that governmental protection and therefore are more likely to be accurate in what they post because they can be sued for liability. My two cents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dasman321 Posted February 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 I could be wrong in my thinking, but I worry about those less than I do a mislabeled highway underpass. Highways occasionally get repaved which make a difference in the clearance which might not be corrected and you would be hard pressed to pin liability on a government entity. Campgrounds and gas stations do not have that governmental protection and therefore are more likely to be accurate in what they post because they can be sued for liability. My two cents. Thanks. I've never had an issue before with my motohomes but I just bought my first brand new 5th wheel and I'm feeling a bit paranoid and don't want to scratch my shiny new rig:) I have had a few "mishaps " that could have been avoided with a ground guide or just moving a bit slower and yes I did learn from my mistakes and have not repeated them. Just curious about what others would have to say. So thanks for the responses.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Greg Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 A suggestion is an auxiliary fuel tank in your trucks bed (assuming you have the payload capability) then you can travel for a couple days and disconnect and get diesel without the fifth wheel. Works great for us. Greg Greg & Judy Bahnmiller Class of 2007 2014 F350 2007 HitchHiker Champagne Both sold 2/19, settled in Foley, AL after 12 years on the road http://bahnmilleradventure.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray,IN Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 Thanks. I've never had an issue before with my motohomes but I just bought my first brand new 5th wheel and I'm feeling a bit paranoid and don't want to scratch my shiny new rig:) I have had a few "mishaps " that could have been avoided with a ground guide or just moving a bit slower and yes I did learn from my mistakes and have not repeated them. Just curious about what others would have to say. So thanks for the responses. Your concern is well-founded if the video of a 5er tearing down a bank canopy that's been circulating on the internet for several year is valid. Insurance paying for damage to your property is good but it doesn't replace the new-undamaged pride one has in their $$$$$$ purchase. When we owned a 5er, I had a whip CB antenna on my dually's roof that would strike first. I would approach slowly when I had doubted height was adequate. I seldom doubted interstate/highway underpass height when I saw evidence semi-trucks were using that road. Bottom line_ if you think you need/want it go for it, it's is your money after all. 2000 Winnebago Ultimate Freedom USQ40JD, ISC 8.3 Cummins 350, Spartan MM Chassis. USA IN 1SG retired;Good Sam Life member,FMCA ." And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country. John F. Kennedy 20 Jan 1961 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dasman321 Posted February 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 A suggestion is an auxiliary fuel tank in your trucks bed (assuming you have the payload capability) then you can travel for a couple days and disconnect and get diesel without the fifth wheel. Works great for us. Greg Way ahead of Greg. The truck is at the shop as we speak? Great minds right!?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dasman321 Posted February 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2017 Your concern is well-founded if the video of a 5er tearing down a bank canopy that's been circulating on the internet for several year is valid. Insurance paying for damage to your property is good but it doesn't replace the new-undamaged pride one has in their $$$$$$ purchase. When we owned a 5er, I had a whip CB antenna on my dually's roof that would strike first. I would approach slowly when I had doubted height was adequate. I seldom doubted interstate/highway underpass height when I saw evidence semi-trucks were using that road. Bottom line_ if you think you need/want it go for it, it's is your money after all. Ounce of prevention. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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