garmp1
St Louis, MO
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I just retired and the DW & I plan on doing some more traveling/camping in our conversion van (& I guess the key phrase is conversion van, not full fledge Class B). We have parents and pets to tend to so we don't full-time, aren't gone for months on end, and are not snow birds. But by the same token want to see the country and get out. In your opinion is the AAA membership worth the money, now that we're on a fixed (low budget) income and all? Their travel planning is of no value to us, as when at home our pastime is plotting our next trip; sites, campgrounds, eateries etc. Just want your opinion.
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Jim Cindy
Northcentral, PA
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Basically what you are looking for is roadside service in case of a flat or a breakdown. Many insurance companies now offer it as part of their policies or for a very reasonable upcharge. I would check and see how they compare with AAA.
We used to use AAA, but with a boat trailer and 5th wheel, Good Sam worked for us. I have used it twice for flats in remote spots and am very satisfied with the service.
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past-MIdirector
Michigan
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Dropped AAA 10 years ago and went with Good Sam.
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Handbasket
Asheville, NC
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AAA doesn't seem to be able to give a straight answer as to whether a class B is covered as a van at standard annual cost, or requires the same upcharge as a 40' DP. One Customer service rep told me my Roadtrek would be covered the same as a van, since it didn't have a dedicated sleeping area. Another said I'd need coverage as an RV.
Also, AAA apparently is run as individual regions across the country. What's SOP for one region may not apply in another.
My answer was (and is) to tell AAA to 'go forth and multiply', but not in those words. Get a dedicated RV policy, or extended coverage with your insurance policy.
Jim, "Diagonally parked in a parallel universe."
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ng2951
Louisiana, USA
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I still find it useful especially the Internet TripTik system. I can store all my trips on their website, complete with my waypoints, or POIs.
The neat thing is that I can print out the trip just days prior to hitting the road and get all the latest construction areas or other features.
Now that Camping World is including Good Sams in their memberships I guess I will find out if GS is worth it. I will be able to check their website and see if it has improved (last time it was sucky).
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Davydd
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We have AAA "Plus RV" membership. It doesn't cost all that much more and we have one source for year round coverage of our B and our two cars. Before we head out on trips we still go into a local branch and get the free tourist books and maps. This year we found out they partnered with Woodall's to produce regional camping books that they sell to members for $3.95. Even with a charge that is a bargain price. We haven't done TripTiks in years now that we use a GPS. Campgrounds give discounts for AAA just as much as Good Sams it seems.
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danpreszler
North Dakota
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We get it from our insurance company. It only costs a few bucks a year. I believe it's the best deal going..
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My Roadtrek
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Just remember AAA is not nation wide when it comes to towing an RV. In some states you may find yourself having to pay for a tow because AAA does not cover RV towing in that location. If you feel this is, or will not be a problem, then go with AAA if you are happy with them.
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1775
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We looked at AAA (we have it for our cars), Good Sam ERS, and CoachNet. Based on many recommendations that we got on the forum we went with CoachNet. The problem as I see it with AAA is that you are not talking to an RV-informed person when you call with a problem. With both Good Sam and CoachNet the claim is that the people you are talking to are RV knowledgeable and they will put an RV Tech on the line if you need a question answered. They are also both sending out a repair person who knows how to deal with an RV and not the kid at the nearest AAA gas station with a flatbed. The bottom line is you are buying a plan that is like insurance- and you never want to have to use it but you are happy to know that you have it if you need it. Happily, we have never had to call CoachNet in the almost year that we have had our RV - so I can't say if they live up to their claims and others accolades or not. But if I need it I have it.
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ArcticDodge
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We have AAA RV Plus and they are losing money with our family! It's worked very well for us and I have ZERO complaints after 11 years.
If I had a large DP motorhome, I'd very likely switch to a Coach net type service that specializes in very large rigs.
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