Sorry to here about Rudy. Single axle trailers have the additional
risk during blow out. I have a 69 Caravel and have purchased
sensors for the tires. They warn me if the air pressure starts to
change. They are touted to reduce the risk. Have not used them
enough to give suggestions. Pressure Pro is the system. My system
has them on the tow vehicle as well as the trailer.
Dan
69 Carvel Project continues.
>I placed some pictures on my site of Rudy's '69 Tradewind after his
>unfortunate accident in mid-July. They are located at:
>http://www.tompatterson.com/gallery/Rudy-Valles-1959-Tradewind/
>
>Rudy was on his way home to California when he had a flat and the trailer
>started to sway with tow vehicle and trailer leaving the road near Columbus,
>Texas. The trailer came loose from the tow vehicle and rolled. It is a total
>write-off. Fortunately, the truck stayed up, and neither Rudy nor his wife
>were injured. They had been on a several month trip around the country,
>including the International rally at Perry, Ga., where the trailer placed
>third in judging.
>
>The trailer is currently in an impound yard near Columbus, pending settlement
>with the insurance company. After that, possibly some items might be
>available from the trailer. The fridge is fairly new, although the door has
>come loose. I don't know if it is repairable or not. The sofa bed, a/c and
>water heater are fairly new. The door, stove, and most windows are intact.
>
>If anyone has questions, Rudy's phone no. is 562-861-7797 and e-mail address
>is rev315 @ hotmail.com.
>
>-Tom
>