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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329373 is a reply to message #329365] Wed, 21 February 2018 14:14 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
Rollerg is currently offline  Rollerg   United States
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Dave,
If you are considering rebuilding the rear, I have a rear frame section from Dan Stuckey.


Gary Coaster / Reno, NV
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> On Feb 21, 2018, at 9:55 AM, Dave wrote:
>
> I apologize for leaving you all in the dark about how things turned out. It has been nagging me that I need to close the loop after so many of you
> sent kind messages of support.
>
> When we bought our 23, we insured it for the replacement value at that time to get a lower premium. Since then, we poured many hours and dollars into
> it without reviewing our policy. As it turned out, the uninsured motorist insurance limit was higher, than our stated value, so Progressive paid the
> uninsured motorist limit, 10,000. Progressive appraised the coach at 18,000 from pictures, documentation of upgrades, and market research that I
> provided, I think this was pretty darn accurate. Progressive also let me keep the 23 with no buy back BS. I am still considering rebuilding the rear
> of it, and have a parts coach located.
>
> To add insult to injury (literally) the accused drunk, uninsured, reckless driving motorist who hit us has opted for a court trial. I have received a
> subpoena to testify for the prosecution.... right in the middle of the GMCMI Tucson rally that we were going to attend with coach. We are now
> scheduled to fly in for the opening half of the rally.
>
> Now the fun part. With the settlement, some savings, and much help from other GMC'ers we have located and purchased a 1976 Edgemonte with rear twin
> beds, the world's smallest shower, Alcoa hot shot wheels, tankless water heater, Doug Thorley headers, Stainless exhaust, 1 ton front end, rear disk
> brakes, Sully air bags, and rebuilt engine and transmission of unknown origin. It needs some paint touch-up and interior work, but it is 100% usable.
> The coach is still in the San Jose area and we just completed the second work weekend trip yesterday. We will bring it up to the Northwest this
> spring.
>
> Thanks to all in the forum who offered parts, coaches, tips on dealing with insurance, and stories of previous insurance claims, I learned from all of
> them.
> A HUGE thanks to friends/family who assisted in the new coach evaluation and purchase.
>
> I'll get some pictures up on the photo site and update my sig file... soon.
>
>
> --
>
> Dave L
> Lynnwood, Wa.
>
> 1973 GMC 23' former Painted Desert
> 1973 Super Beetle Convertible
> 1982 Mercedes 300CD
> 1995 Mercedes E300D
>
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