Our trip back last night ended with us stalling in rush hour traffic right across the intersection from the Walmart where we were heading to camp. We couldn't get it started again and had to get out and direct traffic around us. We were thinking we'd have to call a tow truck again, but some very kind Mexican guys with a big truck rescued us. They managed to tow us (with a rope) right across the intersection and into the safety area where campers can park. Today was essentially a repeat of yesterday. We spent most of the day in the Ford service area and then took Mohita on a test run up to Green Valley. This time the mechanic, Enrique, seems to have solved the problem--with a new fuel pump and some new fuel lines. The test run up and back Highway 19 went well, with no major stalling or choking. By now we know this part of the road pretty well having driven it five times in four days.
Anyway--we're ready now to head over the border to Mexico tomorrow. If we manage to get through the Mariposa gate in good time, we may be in San Carlos on the beach with Lorne and Anne tomorrow night. Wish us luck.
Introducing Mohita
Mohita under the palm trees
She seems to be happier here, now that the fuel problems have been resolved.
About Me
- Joanna and Harry
- We're empty nesters now, I guess, since our son Jamie is away at university. We live in Victoria with our two Border Collies, Maggie and Geordie. We love to travel to Mexico and last year was our first driving trip, chronicled in a blog, To Mexico with Mohita. This year we left Geordie, the nervous dog, at home with a good friend because he hates traveling so this year's blog is the tale of Maggie's trip.
4 comments:
Didn't the motorhome er, mohita, have an almost brand new fuel pump? Maybe you guys should grab a couple of those units before galavanting into the wild blue yonder.
Interesting how on one hand you guys have been having all sorts of problems and yet because of those problems you have met some kind and interesting people? I suppose that is the nature of an adventure.
I believe you have met kind and interesting people because that is the way you both are. You are both so kind and considerate and people just want to return that kindness to you. Enjoy the rest of your trip and I wish you good luck for the rest of your trip.
Hey Jamie,
Yup, Mohita had a new fuel pump, but it was about four years ago. Apparently they don't last forever--and like you suggested, we picked on up to carry with us. However, as you'll read on our latest posting, we think we've solved the problem. We're hoping, anyhow. Happy Valentine's day.
Love,
Mom
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