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[srileo]

Ok guys, picking up the thread. Truck and camper are now safely at their repair stations at FWC hq and a collision center. 

 

The truck damage estimate came in at around $8.5k. I have a detailed breakdown and from what i see, both the rear leaf suspensions are going to be replaced. And the bumper. The air bags I had installed are fine apparently, and holding air. 

 

So... I am wondering if this is a great time to just get heavier rear leaf spring set? For the Titan, I dont see any complete replacement aftermarket leaf spring packs. The best option seems to be to add this Deaver springset on top of the new stock spring set. 

http://www.prgproduc...af_spring_pack/

 

However, this deaver spring pack adds to the already tall ride height of the truck, and I dont really want that. 

 

Can you guys suggest anything else? I could just have the stock spring pack re-installed, and because the airbags survived, it seems like i could just continue on, but right now seems a great opportunity to get a stronger suspension setup while insurance pays for all of it.... 

[Casa Escarlata Robles Too]

That's great news on the repairs.

Looks like you won't have to go without a truck/camper.

Hope all the repairs are done well.

Frank

[ski3pin]

Ok guys, picking up the thread. Truck and camper are now safely at their repair stations at FWC hq and a collision center. 

 

The truck damage estimate came in at around $8.5k. I have a detailed breakdown and from what i see, both the rear leaf suspensions are going to be replaced. And the bumper. The air bags I had installed are fine apparently, and holding air. 

 

So... I am wondering if this is a great time to just get heavier rear leaf spring set? For the Titan, I dont see any complete replacement aftermarket leaf spring packs. The best option seems to be to add this Deaver springset on top of the new stock spring set. 

http://www.prgproduc...af_spring_pack/

 

However, this deaver spring pack adds to the already tall ride height of the truck, and I dont really want that. 

 

Can you guys suggest anything else? I could just have the stock spring pack re-installed, and because the airbags survived, it seems like i could just continue on, but right now seems a great opportunity to get a stronger suspension setup while insurance pays for all of it.... 

 

If you are considering Deaver, I would suggest giving them a call, talking about your truck and the load you're carrying, and see what they can build for you in a complete replacement leaf pack. I really like the spring set they built for my truck.

[Bill D]

It looks like in the end thing worked out as they should have.  I personally have an insurance broker/agent that I have been dealing with for the past 25+ years and he happily advises me as to what to do when things go wrong.  I never have to deal with the insurance company.  I hope I never end up in your situation, but you have made me think about quite a few things.  I'm glad you have the fortune of being so close to the FWC factory.

 

BTW I like the look of your truck and camper.  Very nice set-up.  I hope the repairs go well and I'm glad nobody got hurt.

 

What caused the truck to roll back on it's own?

Edited by Bill D, 10 January 2016 - 01:28 AM.

[srileo]

If you are considering Deaver, I would suggest giving them a call, talking about your truck and the load you're carrying, and see what they can build for you in a complete replacement leaf pack. I really like the spring set they built for my truck.

 

Can you recall a rough $$ amount that you paid for the replacement? I will call them tomorrow. Insurance is going to pay only around $1000 for both the set and the associated hardware. 

If the deavers are a daoable price, the airbags can just be a secondary system i suppose. 

[srileo]

Bill,

yes, so far I have been very pleased with Progressive. They seem to have their act together. They call me daily with updates and progress and have been pleasantly professional. Ofcourse, now I have to brace for the hike in the premium. 

 

 

 

It looks like in the end thing worked out as they should have.  I personally have an insurance broker/agent that I have been dealing with for the past 25+ years and he happily advises me as to what to do when things go wrong.  I never have to deal with the insurance company.  I hope I never end up in your situation, but you have made me think about quite a few things.  I'm glad you have the fortune of being so close to the FWC factory.

 

BTW I like the look of your truck and camper.  Very nice set-up.  I hope the repairs go well and I'm glad nobody got hurt.

 

What caused the truck to roll back on it's own?

[srileo]

I still do not know. I think not operator error (me).  I parked it on a perfectly flat spot, got out hastily, but i might have not pushed the gear all the way into Park, it might have stopped at Reverse. However, I definitely pulled the keys out of the ignition and had it in my pocket when the truck rolled back. 

The first thing I want to check when i get the truck back is if i can replicate it. 

 

shridhar

 

 

 

What caused the truck to roll back on it's own?

[ski3pin]

Can you recall a rough $$ amount that you paid for the replacement? I will call them tomorrow. Insurance is going to pay only around $1000 for both the set and the associated hardware. 

If the deavers are a daoable price, the airbags can just be a secondary system i suppose. 

 

Somewhere around $750......................rough memory but I bet pretty close.

[Bill D]

I still do not know. I think not operator error (me).  I parked it on a perfectly flat spot, got out hastily, but i might have not pushed the gear all the way into Park, it might have stopped at Reverse. However, I definitely pulled the keys out of the ignition and had it in my pocket when the truck rolled back. 

The first thing I want to check when i get the truck back is if i can replicate it. 

 

shridhar

 

That's pretty crazy.  Try not to lose too much hair scratching your head :-)

It will be interesting to know if you can replicate it, once you get the truck back.

I live in flat Alberta so I never use my park brake with an automatic, but I'll keep your situation in mind next time I park on in an area where the vehicle could roll back.

Edited by Bill D, 11 January 2016 - 07:04 AM.

[CALIcamperdad]

Living in SF we saw rolling ghost cars lots. They were always out of towners who didnt use parking brakes. The best was a brand new 911 that was getting cosy with my Subaru. Lucky owner no damage and I use the parking brake and curb tires ;-). I got a ticket for not curbing once. They do write those. Glad your ok and getting the rig put back together.