Lazy Daze Owners' Group

Hi folks,

We're camped at an interesting spot overlooking the Blue Mesa Reservoir (at an unbelievable 9500' -- at least that's what the literature says).

We're at Fork Lake Campground, off RT 50, and we're heading east toward Buena Vista, CO.  Which is not too far from Colorado Springs, CO or even Denver for that matter.

Anyways, we noticed the brakes start to make some noise as we arrived at the campground.  We've been traveling the scenic routes, which means lots of climbs and descents lately.  I use my transmission to the max to slow me on the descents, but in the 45-30 mph range, lots of times brakes plus 2nd gear are needed, when 1st gear is not possible.  I pump the brakes lightly, and only when needed.

So I'm just wondering if anyone might have knowledge of this area, and would be able to recommend any brake shops/mechanics in the area or along our forward route, who you know would do a good job on our 26.5' Lazy Daze.

If not, well see what we can find online, but personal recommendations, especially from 14,000 lb vehicle knowledgeable people, would be ideal!

Thanks very much in advance.  We want to stay up at altitude whenever possible to enjoy the views, and avoid the heat!

Diversified Body and Paint      I've had alignment and axle seal repair at this business and they do a great job. Not sure if they do brakes, but you could call. Had brakes done here: Loading interface...   Very satisfied with their work.

Chris

Well, we have now resolved our brake issue.  Turns out based on a tip from the Gunnison Visitor Center, we found Gunnison Auto and Performance (formerly known as Gunnison Tire and Auto), and they had fantastic reviews online. 

So we reached out to them with our predicament, and Brian the owner encouraged us to bring it in, and told us they could get it done today!  What a great guy and so easy to deal with, professional, competent, and darn friendly.

Sure enough, the problem was metal-to-metal contact and the whole front breaks and rotors needed replacement.  We were in by 11:30 to check things out and get the estimate, done by 4:30, and the problem was resolved (I was happy with the price too).  The rear brakes still had some life left in them, so I'll take care of those when we get home to NH.

Boy, I really couldn't believe our good fortune!  We got to spend the day in Gunnison, CO which has a wonderful main street, and we contributed willingly to this great little community.  Nice lunch, got my hair cut, bought a new hat, bought some artwork that was on exhibition in a local gallery, and a few other odds and ends.  Could not have worked out better.

We also had a good road test this evening since our route subsequently took us over Monarch Pass at 11,312'.  The new brakes worked like a charm.  I feel much safer now! 

Thanks for your indulgence with this request -- had we not stopped in Gunnison and found this lead, I'm sure we would have benefited Chris' recommendations, or others that may have been suggested.  Thanks to all.