jplante4 Report post Posted January 6, 2015 I am going to bite the bullet this year and sign up for one of the road side assistance programs. I was OK fixing most everything on the 28' gasser, but the 35' DP with 50 amp and new to me systems is probably going to exceed my ability to diagnose and fix issues that I'm sure will come up. I'm trying to get a good comparison between Good Sam, CoachNet and the FMCA Road Assist programs. The large majority on other forums seems to be with CoachNet and the price for all 3 are ball park.Has anyone here done a similar comparison? TIA Jerry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lmsooter Report post Posted January 6, 2015 There have been many discussions of roadside assistance plans on the forum. http://community.fmca.com/topic/7315-good-sam-roadside-assistance/?hl=%2Broadside+%2Bassistance http://community.fmca.com/topic/7182-what-is-the-current-fmca-endorsed-roadside-assistance/?hl=%2Broadside+%2Bassistance http://community.fmca.com/topic/7148-tire-repair-question/?hl=%2Broadside+%2Bassistance http://community.fmca.com/topic/2348-fmca-coach-net-benefit/page-2?hl=%2Broadside+%2Bassistance#entry39514 These are just the most current discussions. I have Good Sam but have never had to use it - had Coach-Net for several years but never had to use it either so can't comment on one being any better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jplante4 Report post Posted January 6, 2015 Thanx Leary. My take away from those threads is that CoachNet is still the way to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfe10 Report post Posted January 6, 2015 Since the FMCA program is brand new-- there will not be any feedback on it in older posts. Suggest it be evaluated along with the rest: http://www.fmca.com/benefits/fmca-roadassist.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
medico Report post Posted January 7, 2015 I have not had much good luck with Coach Net either. The only time I needed them, it took many hours to get the help I needed, and then it was over the phone. Thank god for a great neighbor that helped to temp. fix my problem allowing me to move on to the dealer for repairs. The big problem with all these companies is they have to rely on local companies to supply the work. They do not employ the mechanics themselves, but call local companies for this. Since my only time needing help I was actually sitting in an RV Park, it took a while to get any help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rossboyer Report post Posted January 7, 2015 I have called the FMCA Travel Assist provider to ask questions about their service: 1) Do they offer a multi-year discount? Not at this time, but they are considering it. 2) Winching, what does this mean? If I am in a campground and the roadway in front of the camp site is crushed stone, will they cover this? Yes, but this is not a recovery service. If your vehicle is over the embankment, it isn't covered. They will also cover winching if you are at an FMCA rally and need to be towed out. 3) Does the one fee cover all the vehicles? Yes, but only the ones listed by Vin number on the application up to 4. 4) If I borrow a vehicle, is it covered? No, only the ones listed on the application. 5) Can I sign up to be started on a specific date? No, the effective date is the date of application, and they suggested that I apply about 3 to 4 days before the termination of my current provider. They are about $20 per year less than Coach-Net service that I have had for several years. I have been satisfied with Coach-Net, but in March I am going to switch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
