Please help - Need info driving Class A on Snowy Roads!!!!!!

mike+nance · Guest

New at this winter traveling!! Would like to plan trip this Winter, but worried about driving a 40' rig on New York State snow covered roads. What do people do when traveling South?? Do you need to put special tires on the rig, or will it travel okay with regular tires? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Nancy & Mike Cool

KENVS · Guest

jabberwocky · Guest

It's pretty simple really. Drive slowly, brake gently and leave lots of room between you and the guy in front of you.

Be prepared for the immortals who drive faster in snow than on dry roads and let them by. Although they're pretty sure nothing can hurt them or slow them down, try not to let them ruin your day and do place a call for them when you see them off the side of the road - it's the neighborly thing to do

Depending on which states or provinces (Canada) you're driving in you might need to carry chains. Also, having a pair of coveralls, a small ground sheet and a shovel to use if you actually have to put them on is a good idea too. Mostly, just remember that your acceleration and deceleration will be affected by slippery roads. Take your time and allow for unexpected stops or layovers. As others have suggested if it starts to snow, take a break and wait for the snow to stop and the snowplows to clear the road.

Hope you have a great time.

TrailerTrash · Guest

Just bring your chains and a great deal of patience Wink

Studded tires may be illegal in certain states/counties and could result in you being ticketed.

charwitt · Joined: 28 Sep 2009 Posts: 1

Hi; Have you considered looking at another brand, such as a Tiffin product? We've been very happy with ours and they also make a gas model, if you prefer. A large number of people in our RV park in Florida have recently bought the Tiffin product and are really thrilled with it. Just food for thought! Take care.