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[A/S] new trailer & tow mirrors




I did it - I closed the deal today on a 28' CCD sitting on a dealer's 
lot!  Color is Blue Streak, and it comes with the full awning package, 
audio/video upgrade (seemed pricey, but it was already in), skylight, 
spare and extra Fan-tastic vent.

I can hardly believe it.  After all the time thinking and researching 
what kind of RV would be best for me and my dogs, it's finally happened. 
  I had started looking at MH's in 2003, then lost interest when my Mom 
died, and started looking again last summer.

But now I'm thinking of things I realize I hadn't thought of, like tow 
mirrors.  I know the Chevy/GMC 2500 can come with camper mirrors, but as 
I look at the brochure it doesn't really look like they'll do the trick 
with a wide body A/S on the back of the trailer.

Does anyone have suggestions on what kinds of mirrors work best?  I have 
a flyer on the Marrakesh (sp?) mirrors but wondered if there are others 
I should consider.

Also, I never thought about insurance.  Do I just call up my agent on 
Monday and say, "Hey Wayne, how much is it gonna cost to insure an 
Airstream?"  Does it go on a house policy or a car policy?  Or will I 
need special RV insurance?  (I already had upgraded my AAA w/ RV 
coverage for breakdowns)

Any advice will be greatly appreciated!

Claudette &
Sadie, Magic, Ian, Chrissy & Maggie the kitty