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Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-30-2016, 08:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,720
Posted By tealstar
Surplus Lines Carriers/Insurance UnderWriters

Having been on the road nearly 6 years, in hindsight, all the lawyers/threats/issues with these guys over a phony claim submission and alleged gaming me by using obsolete parts known to cause a...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-28-2016, 02:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,720
Posted By tealstar
The Good Sam Lawyer Response to Accountability

This is how they cover you.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-28-2016, 02:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,720
Posted By tealstar
Re my old post, RV Dealers & Ext Ward Insurance...

Re my old post, RV Dealers & Ext Ward Insurance Fraud...

Trying to find a place to post an update that Federal & State complaints have been filed on all Good Sam products purchased alleging: ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-16-2014, 10:24 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Tireman: just had my coach weighed, and speaking...

Tireman: just had my coach weighed, and speaking wrt 1dual carrying all the load--the Michelin's are rated ~4500# max, and that outside dual was carrying 7200#!

Tomorrow, I'm paying the AMBEST...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2014, 02:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Bye bye! Francesca! Peace & Love! $260.00...

Bye bye! Francesca! Peace & Love!

$260.00 total...to vacuum alleged silicon dust & rebalance 4 tires...not $144.00.
Oh well, will add that to the damages too...did you know ...

Si + H2O...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2014, 02:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Francesca, your profile shows you're in WA,...

Francesca, your profile shows you're in WA, right? Are you next door to a dispensary???

Michelin, Vive France, was willing to give Schwab 80% of the full retail cost of new Toyos (245's) to get...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-15-2014, 09:11 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Francesca, the DOT codes are irrelevant because...

Francesca, the DOT codes are irrelevant because Michelin did not cause the problem. I went to Michelin for their opinion and experience with Les Schwab's proposed fix--to retread one tire and repair...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-15-2014, 09:05 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
valve cores

These are the valve cores from the 2 damaged tires. The mgrvat LS toldbhis employee to swap out the one with something that had no filter. Surprising, since his store put these on originally & he...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-15-2014, 09:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Vive' France

4 of the exact XRV required, produced week 18-20 of this year, were found yesterday: 235/80 R22.5! Michelin has been mfg'ing small quantities to old back orders.
There was no need to push for 6,...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-15-2014, 04:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
1 more thing...$550/tire was Schwab's...

1 more thing...$550/tire was Schwab's quote...AMBEST dealer was almost $100 less per tire...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-15-2014, 04:02 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Dot's new shoes...

I hope the following info will help you, in its brevity. I'll post the proof of the 80% coverage and pictures when my tablet charges.

AMBEST (Ametica's Best) says:

Equal was used instead of...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-14-2014, 11:27 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
I Found Tires!

Rkh + Francesca: getting my 80% Michelin covered tires tomorrow!
I don't know how to answer your other "off topic" posts ---post the receipt??? :laugh: :flowers:

Tireman: re:110#: The dealer,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-13-2014, 11:15 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Hi Tireman, that was an excellent, technical...

Hi Tireman, that was an excellent, technical post. Thank you very much.
Since 11/2010, when the new tires went on, they have never deviated from 110#. Before a road trip, the coach went through a...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-13-2014, 10:29 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Pops: The Michelin dealer used "poured". ...

Pops: The Michelin dealer used "poured".

Francesca: Michelin handled the communication with LS and moved me to another dealer when LS said Toyo's, their house brand, would not work as...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-13-2014, 08:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Rkh? My original thread began asking if Schwab's...

Rkh? My original thread began asking if Schwab's explanation of the 245's was technically correct. Thank you for the above post.
[moderator edit]

***For those who want to know why LS told me &...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-13-2014, 12:19 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Michelin did move me over to one of their...

Michelin did move me over to one of their dealers...a 5 star outfit. The guys are incredibly professional over the phone.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-13-2014, 12:14 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
You're welcome to call George @Les Schwab...

You're welcome to call George @Les Schwab Milwaukie to confirm that David Quiett, LS Director of Sales Support, Bend HQ...made that statement. I called George after Michelin called me frustrated LS...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-11-2014, 11:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Thanks Rkh, Ed & Stik. That's great information...

Thanks Rkh, Ed & Stik. That's great information to know while hovering over their shoulders. Though, I'm with a well respected tire dealer now.
But there are still no tires. No tires. None. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-10-2014, 11:28 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
It's called "duty" in Tort law. (That's not a...

It's called "duty" in Tort law. (That's not a pastry.)
I fulfilled my duty, twice, by having the tires checked before hitting the road. They didn't fulfill their duty, twice, even after knowing...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-10-2014, 11:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Stick...your link did not post.

Stick...your link did not post.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-10-2014, 11:17 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Edgray, that's a whole different topic abandoned...

Edgray, that's a whole different topic abandoned due to the fan club that has followed me here: watch out for the core valves. There are several posts online about having the right one(red vs....
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-10-2014, 10:59 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
SteveLevin, thanks for "posting on topic." ...

SteveLevin, thanks for "posting on topic."

-I was on hold forever with Tiffin, so don't have their opinion yet.

-245/80/22.5's are supposed to be a replacement for my 235/80/22.5 XRV's.
- Les...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-09-2014, 09:05 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Thanks all for you feedback. The new shop says...

Thanks all for you feedback. The new shop says Michelin is pouring new tires now, so hopefully, I won't have to wait too long. The weather is good still in Oregon.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-09-2014, 11:11 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,530
Posted By tealstar
Sizing the Best Tires for Allegro Bay

Hi,

My 2004, 34' Allegro Bay currently has Michelin 235/80/22.5 XRV's, all 6 have to come off due to dealer error/damage, the XRV's are out of stock/just being poured...they offered me 80%.

Les...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-09-2014, 10:34 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Anyone have experience with Yokahama tires? I'm...

Anyone have experience with Yokahama tires?
I'm working with a Michelin dealer now who has 5 star online reviews.

(Toyo is a Les Schwab brand, who has 200-300 complaints on Rip off report &...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-08-2014, 07:55 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
The Resolution: Michelin is the very best and...

The disappointing news: Les Schwab Tires. I gave them many chances before revealing their name.

Corporate person hood calling the female heirs of Margie Denton. Please come back. A frontal...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-06-2014, 12:44 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
When I purchased the coach 12/2010, brand new...

When I purchased the coach 12/2010, brand new Michelin's were requested to close the deal. All are in great shape and have given me outstanding performance--except for the 2 the dealer is liable for...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-05-2014, 11:26 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Thanks Alan, for mentioning the physical...

Thanks Alan, for mentioning the physical limitations. I've had 4 abdominal surgeries since 2011 and 8" of my small intestine removed through the same incision. I drive no more than about 100-150...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-04-2014, 02:48 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Are you guys mad because of the new tires? Is...

Are you guys mad because of the new tires?
Is this an RV envy thing?
It takes way more work to research a solution rather than let someone advantage of you. It takes a lot of work to see it...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-04-2014, 02:35 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
[moderator edit] I don't do engines, oil...

[moderator edit]

I don't do engines, oil changes, and why do pressure checks when I can have it done for me for free before I hit the road, on the road, whenever?
Ever hear of a hammer????
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-04-2014, 02:30 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Excuse me, Rkh, it was Soneil with the screwey...

Excuse me, Rkh, it was Soneil with the screwey use of "due diligence."

Soneil, are the tire guys your friends? You arebsure vigorously defending them. Tell them to look up the legal definition of...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-04-2014, 12:34 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
valve cores

You guys crack me up...due diligence? Improper use of the term Rkh. Legal and mfg-quality development background too in high tolerance, hard to machine parts for disc drives. These guys screwed up...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-03-2014, 06:58 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Idaho: check out the link below. What I've read...

Idaho: check out the link below. What I've read about cracks is that 1/32 (deep or wide?) is okay. But 2/32 or greater, you are at risk of a blowout.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-03-2014, 06:46 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
DD: thanks for the tip. Francesca: the...

DD: thanks for the tip.

Francesca: the tires 'were' safety checked before a major trip down I5 from the North Cascades. I'm not driving 24/7..

This tire chain has 400 locations...it's hard to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-03-2014, 01:10 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Michelin response

- The alleged revulcanization & cussion technique, which is unheard of, will void my tire warranty.
- All the tires have to be replaced with another brand.
(Any recommendations out there for this...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-03-2014, 05:26 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Re: checking tire pressure: the tire chain did...

Re: checking tire pressure: the tire chain did the same mistake---twice in one month! They even explained how it occurs with their gauges. It's the same chain where the tires were purchased new--they...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-01-2014, 10:53 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Cool head? My voice is hoarse from ripping into...

Cool head? My voice is hoarse from ripping into the Sales Director who is over Customer Service, who said the damages were, "..only cosmetic..safe to drive on.." So, put in writing the tires are...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-01-2014, 12:31 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Michelin didn't mention the XZE, but if they are...

Michelin didn't mention the XZE, but if they are compatible with the XRV, maybe they can go on the front and the front XRV can be rotated in with the duals in back. The tires they didn't damage are...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-30-2014, 09:50 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
Alan, do you know if the XZE is the same size...

Alan, do you know if the XZE is the same size as the XRV. What are the differences between the 2? Is it more expensive?
Michelin didn't mention that one as being okay to intermix with the XRV...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-30-2014, 09:38 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
update

Talked to Michelin today, who were really professional on the phone. I'm not used to doing business with guys in the RV industry who act like grown ups. What a pleasure. Anyway....

They've...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-30-2014, 10:56 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,780
Posted By tealstar
It occurs to me you might be asking yourself...

It occurs to me you might be asking yourself "why?" is she talking so openly?

It is because my chances of surviving this cancer have never been good. 35% survive 5 years, 10% survive 10 years. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-30-2014, 10:15 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,780
Posted By tealstar
Datrbone...truly. It's hard to fathom. I...

Datrbone...truly. It's hard to fathom. I understand your bewilderment.

But a $2500 claim passed over a wire, over state lines & paid & then covered up 2 years later with a kick-back is about 2-4...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-30-2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,780
Posted By tealstar
Mojo, sounds like the logical path for GS, huh? ...

Mojo, sounds like the logical path for GS, huh?
Their claims mgr lied to me about "...dropping BY as a qualified shop for service...getting their money back.." A kick-back appears to have occurred...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-29-2014, 04:28 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,271
Posted By tealstar
valve core issues...aha!

I happened to find this discussion, which is exactly why my tires went flat after they did their free safety check. The valve core doesn't seat. Now I need to go look for the red core, which is the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-28-2014, 07:29 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,780
Posted By tealstar
Francesca, Good Sam hired a lawyer too. I have a...

Francesca, Good Sam hired a lawyer too. I have a HUGE PDF summary of the case and allegations. That's how I found out someone at GS-QBENA changed the 2011-$2500.00 amount bto $688.50 sometime after...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-28-2014, 07:14 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,780
Posted By tealstar
the BY contract

The 2nd guarantee to fix it came on the final test drive at the loan signing.
The written contract was a condition of signing the loan!
I should have run as fast and as far away as possible that...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-28-2014, 06:53 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,780
Posted By tealstar
It's kind of fun to see who defends these guys so...

It's kind of fun to see who defends these guys so vehemently. It's a "tell". (Spelling mistakes by Android...)
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-28-2014, 06:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,780
Posted By tealstar
Wow...Francesca! I agree, I could have taken it...

Wow...Francesca! I agree, I could have taken it thru a few rewrites, anger & chemo brain is like that. But..this was not warranty work. How did you come up with that???????
The Tiffen was...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-28-2014, 06:37 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,780
Posted By tealstar
Dick: its truly is not slander if it is true and...

Dick: its truly is not slander if it is true and if you are expressing your opinions. If Good Sam, QBENA, Nat'l General want to avoid negative feedback, they can practice " Good Faith" business...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-28-2014, 06:32 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,780
Posted By tealstar
They automatically renew the ext warr insurance,...

They automatically renew the ext warr insurance, the others you self renew. Nat'l General charges you a BIG cancellation fee if, for example, you sell your rig and no longer need them. Nat'l Gen...
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