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Old 05-08-12, 07:35 AM   #1
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Confused Wrecked my truck near San Quintin, looking for a ride and or somewhere to store my gear

I unfortunately rolled my truck yesterday south of El Rosario, and it is undriveable, or fixable for that matter. I am currently in San Quintin and am looking for a ride North to San Diego for myself and my dog. Also have mixed feeling of whether or not to leave my belongings in the truck in the impound until I return to get them, hopefully in less than a week. I am from Canada, so my plan was to buy a vehicle in San Diego area, and then return for my stuff. Any help or advice on the subject is greatly appreciated!
Old 05-08-12, 08:41 AM   #2
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I'd second that idea of contacting Irene @ Posada Don Diego; not too far north of San Quintín.

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Old 05-08-12, 10:30 AM   #3
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Old 05-08-12, 10:30 AM   #4
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Thank you very much! I sent Irene an email, so we'll see where that goes. I also had a suggestion to have the truck towed to US so I can actually get something for the parts. Everyone here is offering me $100.... Insurance may cover it, which would then solve the problem of a ride and my gear, but somewhat doubt they will cover it.
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We made contact - leaving the house now to meet up...
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Old 05-08-12, 10:51 AM   #6
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I'm just south of Ensenada if I can be of any help.....like room to store your personal stuff.
Old 05-08-12, 03:10 PM   #7
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I'm sure that BG will also advise BMW_721 about the specific legalities of abandoning a non-Mexican plated vehicle SOB.............& the unofficial as well!
Old 05-08-12, 06:59 PM   #8
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Thanks for the help everyone! Have a place to store my stuff and way back to US, and go from there! Again huge thanks to everyone with their advice and help!
Old 05-09-12, 01:35 PM   #9
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Met up with Brad yesterday - really nice guy who had a bad accident south of El Rosario where he rolled his Toyota pickup. After seeing the truck yesterday I think he should thank his lucky stars that both he and Zac came out OK. His truck is secure, all his gear is stored out here at our place and after spending the night here we got him on a bus heading north early this AM. Once he gets another vehicle he will return for his gear and Zac, a wonderful aussie who is taking a vacation out here with our menagerie in the meantime.

Thanks everybody for offers of help and advice...

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Old 05-10-12, 12:00 AM   #10
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Way to go BG!! The SQ Rescue Brigade, always on alert!
Old 05-10-12, 05:40 AM   #11
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wow - zac looks like a sweetie! good luck brad. i did the same but in the states a few years back on ice in the mountains. my toyota undoubtedly saved my life. hang in there. remember how lucky you are.
Old 05-10-12, 05:43 AM   #12
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That scenario is something I worry about each time I head North. We drive North one or two times a year. Much less expensive to drag our RV up and camp rather than flying, and hotels. It's nice to know there's a support network out there in case something does happen.
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Zac looks like he misses his dad.
Old 05-10-12, 08:42 AM   #14
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WOW, bet that bed is really getting crowded...

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Zac looks like he misses his dad.
He was a bit depressed yesterday but seemed to perk up as the day went on. He did go through a lot but is a very smart, well behaved dog.

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That scenario is something I worry about each time I head North. We drive North one or two times a year. Much less expensive to drag our RV up and camp rather than flying, and hotels. It's nice to know there's a support network out there in case something does happen.
If any of you will be making the drive up/down the peninsula be sure to drop me a line first and I will give you our contact info in case you should run into any problems.

We know personally how very important a close network of friends can be at times down here...
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Old 05-15-12, 01:45 PM   #16
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Back down, with a different truck, have my gear and Zac, and all is good! Thanks to everyone for their wonderful help, especially Ron and Cristine, I am very fortunate to have met them! New to these forums, and am so thankful for them, will be checking them often on my travels and try to repay my fortunate luck!
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Really "HAPPY" to hear all worked out.

I bet Zac did a few back flip's
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Was he unhappy to leave after the spoiling from BajaGringo

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Old 05-26-12, 11:46 AM   #18
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There, this is a little more what I had in mind! All back to normal in Baja for Zac and I!
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Old 05-27-12, 01:25 PM   #19
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Great to hear from you guys! Where is Zac in the picture???
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Old 05-27-12, 09:33 PM   #20
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Kinda like "Where's Waldo?", but I'm pretty sure that Zac is behind the towel on the left edge of the pic....I see 3 legs!





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