A few years ago, we had a blow out while cruising South on I-5. Having the cruise control on may have been a saving grace for us, when our right rear inside dual blew. Our dog usually road on the couch, un-restrained but almost always asleep. When the tire blew, naturally there was a tremendus bang, which of course scared the heck out of the little guy and me too. So where does the dog run to for protection, why to Dad of course. As I went for the brake to release the cruise, I had a little white cushion between my foot and the brake pedal, which prevented me from applying the brake or power. On that day I learn a valuable lessons regarding pets running loose in the coach while rolling down the highway, and also about staying more alert while on cruise. A loose pet can become a real hazard if it runs to the driver for protection, only to be caught between the brake or fuel pedal and the driver's foot. After that little incident the pup still road on the couch, but he had a short lease attached to his harness to keep him from being able to roam where he should not while underway.
Wm & Nova Brown
06 Monterey, Laguna IV
C-9