Windshield replacement

[gregory O]

In California it is a misdemeanor to have a show load ( dump material visible in
payload smaller than 24" X 24") blow load (dust coming out of truck bed)or to
drop anything on the freeway other than chicken feathers and water. First fine
is $280. then $1,600.00. (I'm told).
Load covers are required in some counties and even some cities of counties that
do not require a load cover require them to be used in their city.

I think the fault is with the person who got the broken window for driving too
close to a truck or bus. I would bet most of the stones that get thrown are
from tires. while driving on gravel roads stones get set in the tread and
dislodge on the freeway. many get tossed to the mud flaps then bounce only to
get retossed by the next truck or bus.

If you think motorhomes are innocent look at the lengths folks go thru to keep
their toad protected from the toss of a motorhome and think of how many more
gravel roads a motorhome travels vs a big rig. I think there is proof that they
cause damage in view of these measures

He who lives in 45,000 lb-Housecar should not throw stones. Give a trucker a
break.

Greg
94ptca


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "jackdanielsnb@..."
wrote:
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> Yes, I am also a property adjuster and know their insurance will pay for your
windshield.
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> Yes, if you talk with the truck driver or the company, they will say it isn't
their fault. Did you think they would willing pay you hundreds of dollars for
something they can BS their way out of? If you get the name of the insurance
company and file a claim with the insurance company, you will get paid.
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> Yes, you can also file on your company, and sometimes at no cost to you in a
rate increase. Some insurance companies have company policies that cancel you
after so many claims, no matter what the claim. Why take a chance if you can get
the other guy's insurance information.
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> Just some helpful tips for the "next" time.
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> Glenn
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> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "jackdanielsnb@"
wrote:
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> > I can't help on finding a replacement, but have other info that may help
others in the future.
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> > I own a bird, I drive a big truck, and yes, it is a gravel truck. Yes,
sometimes rocks fall of the gravel hauler and sometimes it comes up from the
road, either way, here is what you do, if possible. Even if it isn't a gravel
truck, do the same.
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> > If you run with a cb, then tell them on the radio about the incident. He may
or may not answer. If they do answer (in a polite way) ask if he would pull over
and offer his insurance info. Most likely the answer will be NO. DOT regs says
he has to post certain info on the truck, they actually say it is located on the
door, but truckers put this everywhere on the truck. Look for TXDOT (or USDOT if
out of state) numbers and they will be on the truck. The name of the trucking
company and city should be posted. Get any or all tag numbers. On big trucks
(Semi Trailers) the truck (Tractor) tag is only on the front, but you should be
able to get the trailer tag number. Get ALL this info and also make note of the
date and time, and exactly where it happened, hwy#, mile post#, exit#, or the
mileage to the next city. The hard part is going to be "getting" the info off
the truck. If he is "hauling ass", you may not be able to get beside him. But
safely try to get this info.
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> > You can go online (I don't have the link handy) and look up the TXDOT number
and it will provide you the name, address, and their insurance company. The
insurance company info is what you want. You call them and file a claim and most
likely they will pay for your damage. If you have the date/time, where's, how's,
and truck info, they won't argue with you much, just pay.
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> > I know this didn't replace your windshield, but maybe next time you can get
the insurance to pay.
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> > Glenn
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> > --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "mrkane1952" <mrkane@> wrote:
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> > > Greetings:
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> > > Lost the right windshield ('87 PT40) to a rock hauler in Waco. Anyone
have a suggested supplier and installer in the DFW area?
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> > > Thanks--
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> > > M. R. Kane
> > > 1987 PT40
> > > currently Terrell, TX
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> > > PS: The search function is not working for me. The form does not
recognize search term entry?
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