RV Products: July 2003

Cargo Carrier

StowAway2 Cargo Carrier The StowAway2 Cargo Carrier mounts into standard 2-inch Class III and Class IV receivers to provide easily accessible additional cargo space. The 12.5-cubic-foot molded polymer shell is said to be highly impact-resistant and offers a carrying capacity of 200 pounds.

Features of the StowAway2 include an automotive-grade weather seal, a built-in lock, and even a drain plug for easy cleanup after carrying messy loads. Convenient carrying handles simplify installation and removal. A variety of frame options are available, including a swingaway model for those needing access to the rear of the vehicle; a model that fits aft of a rear-mounted spare tire; and another that includes a 2-inch receiver for towing a light trailer.

Prices start at $349. Ironwood Pacific also offers hitch-mounted cargo racks priced from $119.

For more information, contact:
Ironwood Pacific Inc.
P.O. Box 1568
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(800) 943-5377
www.stowaway2.com

Vinyl Care KitAero Cosmetics has introduced a Leather and Vinyl Care Kit. The kit contains the Aero Scrubber, which works with the included Leather Soap to gently scrub and remove dirt, grime, body oils, and lotions from leather and vinyl. Also included with the kit is Leather Care, which is said to restore and protect dull, faded, or hardened leather and vinyl to a like-new condition. A bottle of the company’s Wash Wax ALL all-surface cleaner is included in the kit as well.

For more information, contact:
Aero Cosmetics
P.O. Box 460025
San Antonio, TX 78246
(800) 927-4929
(210) 344-7921
www.washwax.com

Hummer Tactical Mountain BikeAs do all bicycles produced by Montague Corporation, the Hummer Tactical Mountain Bike folds into a compact, easy-to-store, and easy-to-carry package in less than 30 seconds without the use of tools.

Equipped with 26-inch tires and a frame made of lightweight aircraft-grade aluminum, this full-size bike is capable of extreme off-road conditions. With a wheelbase of 41 inches and with 8 inches of ground clearance, the Hummer has a water fording depth of 12 inches. The bike’s maximum load capacity is 325 pounds. When folded, the Hummer has a length of approximately 36 inches, a width of 12 inches, and a height of 28 inches, making it small enough to fit into a storage bay on many motorhomes or even inside a towed vehicle.

Standard equipment and components, such as Shimano shifters and derailleurs, are used on the Hummer and are available at bicycle shops nationwide.

The Hummer Tactical Mountain Bike is available in various frame sizes and colors beginning at $795 and can be purchased at Hummer sport-utility dealerships, online, and at select Montague dealerships.

For more information, contact:
Montague Corporation
432 Columbia St.
Cambridge, MA 02141
(800) 736-5348
www.hummerbikes.com

Smarter Multifunctional Cookware SetThe Smarter Multifunctional Cookware Set from Fagor America is specially designed for consumers with limited storage space. Made of 18/10 stainless steel with an aluminum-encapsulated base, this set of three saucepans, a Dutch oven, and one non-stick frying pan nests one inside the other to save the limited storage space found in most motorhomes.

Included in the 17-piece set are three heat-resistant, detachable handles that allow the cookware to go directly from the range or oven to the table. The four saucepan lids also are made of 18/10 stainless steel and feature holes that allow them to double as strainers for discarding unwanted cooking liquid. Rounding out the set are five plastic lids that fit on each pan for convenient storage of leftovers in the refrigerator.

The Fagor Smarter Multifunctional Cookware Set is available for less than $100 and is covered by a 10-year warranty.

For more information, contact:
Fagor America Inc.
1099 Wall St. W., Suite 349
Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
(201) 804-3900
Fax: (201) 804-9898

Nordskog Street Series LED Digital Plug-In VoltmeterThe Nordskog Street Series LED Digital Plug-In Voltmeter allows users to quickly check the charging system status of most vehicles. And for motorhomes without a battery meter, it is an easy way to help prevent a rundown battery.

The voltmeter is microprocessor-controlled to ensure accuracy and dependability while monitoring system voltage between 8 and 18 volts in 0.1-volt increments. The unit does not require installation; it simply plugs into a 12-volt cigarette lighter or accessory port. The 2-1/16-inch-diameter face displays readings through a bright LED display.

The voltmeter is priced at $59.95.

For more information, contact:
Nordskog Performance Products
1120 Yarnell Place
Oxnard, CA 93033
(805) 483-2411
Fax: (805) 483-2373
www.nordskogperformance.net

Charopractic 5000 back support systemProduct literature for the Charopractic 5000 refers to it as “the ultimate back support system.” Because no two people are built alike, it’s not always possible for a single chair to provide proper back support for everyone. A-Accuracy Surgical Inc. has developed this inflatable therapeutic back support system for use in motorhomes, automobiles, and even at home.

The device consists of several air cushions, and is said to provide adjustable lumbar support as well as total control of upper back and neck support through the use of individual air valves to fill each cushion. The air pump used to fill the system is powered by two D-cell batteries.

The back support comes with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee and a 30-day replacement guarantee on any defective components. The Charopractic 5000 is not sold in stores but can be ordered for $49.50 plus $16.95 shipping and handling.

For more information, contact:
A-Accuracy Surgical Inc.
P.O. Box 430
Greenbrier, TN 37073
(800) 628-7156

DM20020 AC power source monitorAutomated Engineering Corporation has introduced the DM20020, a new digital line monitor that provides a true RMS (root mean squared) voltage reading. RMS technology can accurately measure all power sources, a helpful feature since many new electrical appliances are especially sensitive to voltage variations.

Should the DM20020 identify a dangerous voltage level, either high or low, an LED display illuminates and an audible alarm sounds. The unit also signals for out-of-frequency problems, ground faults, and polarity faults. In addition, the device provides surge protection to appliances on the same circuit.

Normal operation alternately displays the voltage and frequency, but the monitor can be set to show only the voltage or the frequency. The DM20020, which can be used as a portable unit or permanently mounted in a standard three-prong outlet, sells for less than $70.

For more information, contact:
Automated Engineering Corp.
2802 Leslie Road
Tampa, FL 33619
(813) 630-1229
Fax: (813) 630-2619
www.autoengcorp.com

RV GOOP adhesive and sealantNew RV GOOP adhesive and sealant promises to make quick work of fixing rips, tears, cracks, and breaks in and around the coach. Referred to as a “toolbox in a tube” by the product’s manufacturer, all-purpose RV GOOP dries to a clear, rubbery consistency for repairs that require flexible adhesion. It will permanently stick to a variety of surfaces, including rubber, leather, wood, glass, fiberglass, vinyl, and many other common surfaces. It is water-resistant immediately upon application and can be painted. According to company literature, when fully cured RV GOOP can be exposed to temperatures from minus 40 degrees to 150 degrees Fahrenheit.

RV GOOP is available in a 3.7-ounce tube for approximately $5.

For more information, contact:
Eclectic Products Inc.
1075 Arrowsmith
Eugene, OR 97402
(800) 693-4667
www.eclecticproducts.com

Pour-N-Restore concrete and masonry stain removerPour-N-Restore concrete and masonry stain remover cleans oil, grease, antifreeze, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and wax stains from concrete driveways, garage floors, walkways, patio pavers, and stones. The product is said to penetrate deeply into the masonry, where it dissolves and captures the stains at a molecular level.

As Pour-N-Restore dries, it changes into an absorbent powder, pulling the stain molecules to the surface. The powder then can be swept up and disposed of properly. No scrubbing is necessary, and the stain is permanently removed. Older stains and those that have been treated with other products may require more than one application.

Pour-N-Restore has a suggested retail price of $11.65 for a quart and $36.95 for a gallon. One quart treats an area approximately three feet in diameter.

For more information, contact:
Edgewater Industries
18570 Trimble Court
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(877) 609-3343
(616) 846-7939
www.pour-n-restore.com

Silent Aire SA 118 fanThe new Silent Aire SA 118 fan from Kool-O-Matic is specifically designed to ventilate RV bathrooms without removing heated or air-conditioned air from the larger living area. The ventilator reportedly is simple to operate, and there is nothing to open, close, or uncover. This means it can be used in the rain and even while traveling.

The SA 118 features a permanently lubricated ball-bearing motor with thermal overload protection; a UV-protected weather cover; and a galvanized-steel blade that is balanced to within 1/2-gram. An acoustical sponge rubber baffle that absorbs fan and exterior sound waves is said to reduce operation noise by 50 percent.

The SA 118 fits standard 14-inch roof openings so it can be used to replace existing bathroom ventilators.

For more information, contact:
Kool-O-Matic
1831 Terminal Road
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-2600
www.kool-o-matic.com