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Originally Posted by FloraBama
Even with the discount Flying J / Pilot is way too expensive for diesel. And it is difficult trying to get into most fuel stations even without a TOAD. This had a significant impact on us moving to a 5th wheel and a P/U with aux fuel tank in the bed. Now I can go 600+ miles without fueling while towing a 38 footer.
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Flying J's are a rip off. Get some other gas apps for your phone and/or just pay attention to signs for gas prices. I just went through IA and FJ's were$2.69 for credit minus my GS discount would be $2.61. I went 20 miles up the road and paid $2.45 at a Kum n Go and saw another station at $2.51. Much less than the FJ's. Here's the scam related to me by my truck driver buddy. Most trucking companies pass through their gas prices to their customers, ultimately you and me. So a trucker pulls in and uses his company card. Retail price is passed on to customer. However, big trucking companies negotiate much reduced prices (like $2.45) so they actually make money on this deal charging their customers $2.69. It would not surprise me if GS doesn't do this by getting some of the kickback also as clearly you can find both gas and diesel at much lower prices than the FJ's. Why are all the truckers there. 2 reasons. One mentioned above as their company pays for the fuel. #2. They do have great amenities like over night parking, showers, and often greater choices for eating, mechanics, truck washes, dump stations for RV's. So there you have it. I have used both. If I stay over night I buy my diesel there as I feel obligated and it's more convenient. I also agree with other writers that both RV and truck pumps can be messy. You get discount at either. If you call in from pump 95% of time they authorize it. Happy trails.
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