This year we're hoping to get to Newfoundland (and back!). I say hoping because we've had some trailer issues to deal with this year.
Last year we had trailer braking problems, with a wheel locking up periodically. A new brake controller this year (our old one was was new in 1979) didn't fix the problem, in fact indicated a wiring error. Check all trailer wiring, especially grounds. Oops, the brakes on the front axle are mechanically shot, replace them. Rear axle brakes look ok. Done. Nope, problem not solved. Talk to CanAm service in London. Check rear axle brakes a different way, Oops, they are no good electrically. Replace them. Two weeks later, All good now! Luckily the Napa auto parts place right in Flesherton had everything needed for the brake replacements, and good prices, and I was able to do the replacing.
Now we can focus more on the more usual trip prep. We made our ferry reservation, and have spoken to the weather gods. We expect to leave here bright and early this Saturday, and catch a ferry ride to Nfld on June 19.
We've decided to go via Canada, yet again. We really don't enjoy going through Quebec, but it's the quickest way to and from Atlantic Canada for us. It looks like the Hwy 30 extension that bypasses Montreal to the south is finished now, so that will help a lot.
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