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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/2/2005 9:30:09 PM
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Steve F
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In lieu of the apparent danger in LA here are the state gun laws for those of you who wish to bear arms (info from about.com)
State Requirements
Rifles and Shotguns
- Permit to purchase rifles and shotguns? No.
- Registration of rifles and shotguns? No.
- Licensing of owners of rifles and shotguns? No.
- Permit to carry rifles and shotguns? No.
Handguns
- Permit to purchase handgun? No.
- Registration of handguns? No.
- Licensing of owners of handguns? No.
- Permit to carry handguns? No.
Other Requirements
- Is there a State waiting period? No.
- Is there a FBI *NICS check for firearm transactions? Yes.
- Permit to carry a concealed weapon required? Yes.
- Record of sale: No.
*NICS - National Instant Check System
Caution: This summary is meant for general purposes only. Firearm laws frequently change.
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/2/2005 11:18:18 PM
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deleted1
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That basically covers most southern states. the federal so called instacheck is required for all firearms and usually takes a couple of days. good info to know anyway but i wouldnt recommend anyone carry a firearm down there.
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 1:17:24 AM
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I haqve never and will not carry a weapon. If something looks feels or smells wrong this big chicken is out of there, not patting my side arm and waiting to see whats happening.
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 2:13:54 AM
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yumadj
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I think a firearm might be good to have in a an rv or trailer. Never thought it would help much in a street confrontation, since they would have the drop on you anyway.
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 7:08:08 AM
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jnhawk
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I just bought a 24' RV - Winnebago View. It is big enough to live in and work. I'll hang the ladder on the RV's ladder. I think it is small enough to drive to claims and it gets 17-22 MPG with its deisel engine. I'm also thinking of not using RV parks and just being a gypsy.
I will need to have my generator on a lot just to power the computer and recharge its batteries, and of course the A/C. However, due to no experience with RV''s, I'm not sure a generator can handle 12 hours a day use. And I'm not sure how easy it is to load up the propane tank (I hear it is easier in sub urban areas and harder in urban).
Anyone know if the generator problem is real? Anyone ever done this gypsy thing?
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 7:59:20 AM
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khromas
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Hawk -
Not sure where you are getting that 17-24 mpg, even with a diesel engine and smaller coach. Never heard of anyone getting that kind of mileage. Of course, you don't own a RV if gas mileage is the major concern. As for taking the coach to the claim site, consider the debris in the area, overhanging trees and such. I don't have a spare on the RV, couldn't change a flat on it anyway due to the size of the tires. Want to try that yourself? As for the generator, you can run them for extended periods of time and figure about 1 quart of gas per hour. Would cut it off as often as possible though just as a precaution. If you only use your internal tanks when necessary (take advantage of truck stops, rest stops and restuarants for potty stops whenever possible) you can go 7-10 before needing to dump tanks. Dump stations may not be available in the storm area itself. Finding fresh water supply to re-fill may be a problem since you would not want to get in line with people carrying water bottles while you are in your RV.
Lots of stuff to consider.
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 10:34:30 AM
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jnhawk
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The people writing on the RV forums about the Winnebago View are saying they are actually getting that kind of mileage. Interesting the mileage is lower on the highway due to wind resistance, and gets better at slower speeds. The View is built on a Dodge Sprinter chassis, and has a Mercedes Benz 5 cylinder diesel engine. The Dodge Sprinter van is actually getting 22 MPG. That said, I do realize I'll probably get a lower mileage, but compared to my Ford Explorer, or those huge pickups I've seen a lot of adjusters driving, I think I'll get close to the same MPG. I'm noticing deisel is usually lower or about the same as low test gas.
Plus, if I don't have to return to a base, I hope to save not only mileage, but 20-60 mintues of driving time. Instead of going to my motel, I just head in the direction of tomorrow morning's appointment. I could write another claim with that time. More likely take a nap.
The tires are a concern. The front is just like a car or van, the back are duallys and I'll have to figure out how to change these. I'm buying a cheap but quick car jack, like the ones you see in the car shops. There is a spare on the back that is easy to get to. I have new tires, and I found last year roofing nails aren't longer than the tread depth.
Tree limbs. The View is 10' 5" high. Great for room inside, but as high as a U-haul truck. I will have to be careful.
Water and dumping. Flying J Truck stops are the place to go.
Still not sure how long my lp gas will last or where to fill up.
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 11:32:32 AM
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bebe
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Hi to everyone. I just joined your forum as I have a interest in becoming a cat adjuster, so I am reading and learning all that I can. BUT>>>>in the meantime, I am still working.....as a RV salesperson. I can offer advice and help in a RV purchase for those who are interested. I offer
my services not only with my knowledge in RVS but also if you are need or decide to purchase one
I am available to help you with one of the largest RV dealers in Texas. I have sold 4 units in the last week to adjusters who are going that way. Please let me know if I can be of assistance in any way. You can email me and I will provide a phone number if you so desire.
Bebe
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 11:36:09 AM
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bebe
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Your generator can only run on the amount of gas your particular model holds. A close estimate would be about 7-8 hours on 2 gallons of gas. I have alot of experience in RVing and I work at present for a large RV sales outfit and I gladly offer my experience and knowledge. I am considering a career as a cat adjuster and that is why I originally came to this forum.
Let me know if you need help.
Bebe
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 11:59:00 AM
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JCwik
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Beaudry RV, Tucson, AZ 1-888-849-6887
Talk to Mr. Gene Palumbo
They are offering a "Buy Back" program to help with this situation. They also have dealerships in Mesa, AZ (East Valley of Phoenix) and in Southern Cal! They do deliver (for a fee of course dependant upon the distance)!
I agree with Hawk! Take your accomodations with you! If you see a CAT Team member doing the same, protect each other at the end of the day (circle the wagons). Strength in numbers my friends!
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 12:00:50 PM
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kpoppa
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You might want to consider chaining the generator to the RV, then chain the RV to a LARGE Oak Tree. After being gone for a few hours, you may find someone showed up with a chain saw, the the RV, the Generator, and both chains are gone, with nothing but saw dust on the ground.
Good Luck
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 12:19:48 PM
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dwp
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quote:
I'm buying a cheap but quick car jack, like the ones you see in the car shops.
I don't know anything about RV's but I do know about changing a tire. I wouldn't trust a cheap light weight floor jack like you buy at walmart for an RV. Just used one the other day on a 3/4 ton pu, I wasn't impressed, I think it would be dangerous with a big RV and any RV is big compared to a pickup. It would be a good idea to carry along a 3/4 piece of plywood to put under the jack.
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/3/2005 9:53:16 PM
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barryk
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Jim, I agree with you on the challenges Katrina has caused. I do have a tip on hotels though. If your looking for a hotel as temporary housing and find nothing available, try booking online for the following week. I was able to get an opening in Meridian for 30 days that way. Sure beats trying to work from the truck!!
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/4/2005 11:08:04 AM
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Big T
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Barry,
You might want to double check that reservation as you go along. I see where the governor has stated evacuees should have priority on hotel rooms over visitors and shouldn't be removed from hotels by someone with a reservation. Lots of people will be out of their homes more than 30 days
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/4/2005 11:47:32 AM
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redsnapper
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After a 30 yr. adjusting career, I retired for about 2 yrs, and we've been living as full-time RVrs in a 43' luxury motorhome. We got bored, and the wife and I got back into the game on the east coast of FL last fall. We are self-contained, for at least 10 days, but we didn't have to utilize that ability due to the fact that we got down there late and didn't have any problem finding a campground with full hookups and everything on line. But, at the same time, we noted a lot of FEMA trailers in the campgrounds that we were in. Hard to believe it now, but this Katrina situation is far worse than Fl last yr., and I expect that a lot of these campgrounds are going to be jammed with FEMA trailers for the duration and the housing crisis is only going to get worse for everyone. I like the idea of leasing a large commercial parking lot, 'circling the wagons' and sharing the expenses of the generator, porta-pottie etc. Security would definately be an issue but that could be rented and shared.
We're sitting this one out INSIDE this time and from what I've read on these threads we're not going to regret it . Our CAT employer has subbed us to a large Ins Co to work inside and we are located in a campground about 500 miles away from the storm area. No housing problem here. Will miss the freedom etc. and maybe will move down after the housing mess has been cleaned up. FYI and this won't suprise any of you; I have talked to about 40 claimants so far and not one of them had heard from a field adjuster. Know that you are not alone out there! This is the big one no doubt about that. Be careful out there.
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/4/2005 3:02:53 PM
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Tom_Toll
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Janice and I purchased a Tavel Lite mine today and will take delivery on Thursday. Is it going to be cramped, darn right. Will we survive, darn right we will. We will have a place to work out of and with the Sprint high speed card can e-mail our claims and receive them. So far that has worked great. We have many assignments and have already closed several. I think the motorhome route is the way to go. Right now we are having to pay 79.99 per night for a dinky hotel room, 65 miles from out work. Gas is the pits finding. We RV'd several years ago and did not like being cramped, but having our own place and being able to drive the unit to claims will be a plus.
When I think of those people that have nothing now and sleeping on concrete, I don't feel bad about living in a small mini. One problem with society right now, too damn many whiners. We don't realize how really good we have it and take much too much for granted. May God be with all of you and lets all look out for each other. We are currently in Jackson, MS and will be here for a short while before moving south.
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/4/2005 8:54:07 PM
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/4/2005 10:30:24 PM
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SEAN MARTIN
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HI,
I live in central florida, and i have bought a small motorhome, but i tell you, in another couple of weeks there wont be any reasonable priced ones, they are all being snapped up, travel trailers etc.
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/4/2005 10:41:19 PM
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linloy
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jnhawk: We have been working and living out of our Itasca Motorhome since last October. Husband says the following:
Generator: We figure on 36 gallon gas minimum for 24 hours. We have used our Motorhome for 10 years. Also, it will depend on size of your generator.
Propane: You can "Ususally" (LA will NOT be usual) get propane at RV Parks or Propane Businesses. Amerigas is one we use alot. Propane Trucks sometimes (Probably Not in LA right now but will later) go to RV Parks and refill. We purchased a 100# tank for $50.00 while in Pensacola. We keep the one built in MH filled for spare. The 100# we load in pickup and take to Hardware Store or Propane Amerigas and fill.
We have been thinking about trading MH in for 5th wheel BUT not right now. Will have 5th Wheel built since we have worked and lived in one. Husband is preparing scale floorplan to submit to several Mfg and see if they can build it for less than an arm and leg. We will be glad to share info with anyone that would like to have it. Probably get info back in month or so.
We love camping and living out of one so it has become second nature to us.......besides no hassle renting place that will allow 3 dogs (Shar pei, Min. Schnauzer, Boston Rat Terrier).
We also purchased a 10X14 Sun Room for around $100.00 that folds into a compact bag. It is great.
Bought a roll around stainless grill. Loads right into Pickup.
All the conveniences of home. BUT don't try to do Pilates to the DVD unless you have slide outs.
Hope this helps. We own a Marine Business also. We are used to compact living (on boat) We also sold RV's so if we can help let us know. There are no stupid questions as far as we are concerned so ask away, if we don't know the answer we can maybe help you find it.
Good Luck to All.........
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RE: Hurricane Katrina Housing HELL - 9/5/2005 9:15:19 AM
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sunshine3
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Jim,
Re: the housing situation or should I say no housing in the katrina hit area and RV is a great solution. I live in Pensacola FL and survived Hurricane Ivan and we stayed in our RV until we got electricity, air, water etc. I can't even imagine what Katrina victims and the emergency relief help are going through. This was an awful storm. If you or someone you know is interested in purchasing an RV, I am willing to sell mine. It is selfcontained so you don't have to have hookups - you can pull off the side of the road and stay. It's a 34 foot sleeps 6 comfortably and is road ready. It sure beats sleeping in your car or tent. I'm asking $19000 obo if any one is interested.
Pensacola is approx 2 hours from Mississippi.
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