The Power of Peace of Mind by Harvey Cohen

There are few things that provide “peace of mind” more than knowing unexpected financial hardship can be avoided. This is exactly the sort of comfort one may enjoy if they invest in a longterm vehicle breakdown protection plan. Better known as ‘extended warranties’ these programs provide a level of protection designed to reduce if not eliminate the need to pay for unwanted yet unavoidable breakdowns. It’s true stories have been written questioning their worth. It’s also true some believe that one can take their chances as to whether or not they would even use such a plan. The truth is these programs have never been better. The level of coverage provided is second-tonone affording the RVer to travel worry-free throughout North America. No longer will one have to be at the mercy of an unknown entity promising to repair their homeaway-from-home, for once armed with such a plan, the RVer can rest assured an expert will be
available by phone to prevent unwarranted and overly expensive repairs.
The whole reason for taking to the road in an RV is to enjoy oneself. Other than finding the ideal location with a pristine lake surrounded by utter quiet, what better way can one achieve peace and tranquility than knowing that should your RV suffer a mechanical shutdown, the major cost of repairing it will be looked after? Regardless of the model one purchases, anything can suffer a mechanical failure, true? Should this occur someone will have to pay to fix it. These programs are designed to take the worry out of doing just that. Furthermore they are not just a piece of paper covered with a lot of promises; rather they are actual insurance policies underwritten by a very reputable and experienced company… Industrial Alliance Pacific General. What does this mean to you? Some consumers (rightfully) fear the legitimacy of the so-called warranties. They have been known to wonder if these companies are real… will they be there to pay claims if and when they occur. Some wonder if they will actually cover things that really do break. Rest assured that a company such as Industrial Alliance Pacific General would never put their name on something they had no faith in. They too are at risk for it would be they who would have to pay the claims if something went wrong. Their name on each certificate assures the public that as long as the claim is legitimate, the money will be there to pay for the repairs… allowing the
RVer to do what s/he intended to do... and that’s have a good time.
Extended Mechanical Breakdown Protection. Is it worth it? You bet… because there’s nothing like laying back, staring at the stars and having nothing to worry about.

Harvey Cohen is an internationally renowned business consultant. He is featured on the hit TV show Style by Jury (as the Business Coach) and is proudly affiliated with the SAL GROUP and I A Pacific General Insurance Company.


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Who Needs RV Service

Proper servicing of a Recreational Vehicle should be the most important part of an RV purchase. We see people in our Service Department all the time who just bought a unit privately and say "He seemed like an honest fellow". Now don't get me wrong, we should be able to put our kids through college with all the service work that's available. I don't think people realize what a reputable Dealer offers in terms of Service. A used RV is kind of like buying a used car and an old house, with an elaborate 12 volt system and Propane appliances. Used car buyers almost always get the vehicle inspected, but with RV's a pre-inspection is less likely. I'll give you a rundown on what we do to each RV we sell. First we inspect the charging system and batteries. We then move to the Propane system where we not only check for leaks but for appliance operation and ensure its up to current codes. If the Propane System is up to code and operational we apply a BC Propane Gas Inspection Decal, which is mandatory in British Columbia. Next we inspect the roof seams, vents, windows and doors for problems with the sealants. Inside the unit we will check the operation of all lights, switches, breakers and fuses. Now we add water and check pump operation and for leaks in the fixtures, tanks and water heater. If that's not enough, we check to make sure all cabinet catches and drawer guides are functional. Finished? Not yet- we still have to check the wheel bearings, brake operation, tires and exterior lights lights to ensure safety. All of this is performed for a towable unit, what about Motor homes? With Motor homes you can add automotive safety inspection, automotive repairs and servicing. We find our average cost to service towable units to be $1000 to $1500 and $2000 to $3000 for motorized units, if we don't find an appliance issue or leaks/dry rot. Once we have performed all the repairs and testing its now time for the most important part, the instructional demonstration. So many issues can be solved if the customer knows the proper method of operating their unit. To sum it up you should ensure your Dealer is prepared to perform all these tasks on your purchase. If you do buy privately, I highly recommend a RV Dealer inspection and Propane Re-certification.