Goose Egg Holder
Frame-Rite membership plaque holdeer from PLAK-RThe Frame-Rite from PLAK-R is said to be a safe, professional way for FMCA members to mount their membership plaque to the motorhome’s ladder, while eliminating the need to use tie-wraps or drill holes in the motorhome to display the plaque.
The mounting kit comes with two ladder mount supports and a base unit into which the membership plaque fits. Installation is said to be quick and easy. What makes the Frame-Rite unique is that the base unit “” along with the membership plate “” lifts off the ladder mounts easily when necessary, allowing full use of the ladder. It then slides back on the mounts’ pins quickly when finished using the ladder. The company also has introduced a Frame-Rite that mounts onto the backside of the ladder.
The frame is made of ¼-inch ABS acrylic with an ultraviolet protectant added to keep it looking good through years of use. Frame-Rite has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $24.95. The company also can make personalized plates for those wishing to display their name or chapter affiliation.
For more information, contact:
PLAK-R
P.O. Box 18761
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 852-1544
www.plak-r.com
Slicker Maps
Eastern United States and Western United States Slicker maps from American Map Corp.American Map Corporation has made trip routing a little easier with its Eastern United States and Western United States Slicker maps. According to product literature, these 20¼-inch-by-24½-inch laminated maps are easy to read and handle, and fold down to a convenient 4-inch-by-10-inch size. Plus, travelers can use a marker to plot their route on the map and then wipe it clean once they’ve reached their destination.
Both maps feature detailed inset maps with significant destinations and also include an index of places, points of interest, major highways and roads, public campgrounds, ski resorts, and more. The maps are said to be more durable than ordinary paper maps and will fold and unfold thousands of times without a tear or wrinkle.
Each Slicker has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $8.95.
For more information, contact:
American Map Corporation
Langenscheidt Publishing Group
36-36 33rd St.
Long Island City, NY 11106
(800) 432-6277
(864) 486-0214
www.americanmap.com
Towed Vehicle Battery Charger
Toad-Charge from LSL ProductsThe Toad-Charge from LSL Products is designed to charge the battery in a towed vehicle while it’s being pulled behind a motorhome, thereby eliminating dead battery problems caused by parasitic loads and auxiliary braking systems. The kit connects the motorhome’s chassis batteries with the towed vehicle’s battery and uses the motorhome’s alternator to supply up to 5 amps of charging current to the towed vehicle’s battery.
The Toad-Charge includes a charge regulator with LED indicators; a thermal circuit breaker; a 40-foot motorhome wiring harness; a 10-foot towed vehicle harness; a 7-foot tow bar harness; mounting hardware; and illustrated instructions. The tow bar harness has connectors on both ends that allow it to be disconnected and stowed with the tow bar when not needed.
The Toad-Charge, which is said to install in just minutes, has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $68.95 plus shipping (plus $5 tax for Texas residents) and comes with a one-year limited warranty.
For more information, contact:
LSL Products
5807 Babcock Road #108
San Antonio, TX 78240
(877) 257-4655
www.LSLproducts.com
Professional-Grade Adhesives
Rhino Hide 9000 and 9310 commercial-grade polyurethane adhesivesRhino Hide 9000 and 9310 commercial-grade polyurethane adhesives are conveniently packaged in a two-compartment universal cartridge system and can be applied using a standard caulking gun, eliminating the need for a dual-cartridge dispensing gun.
Rhino Hide 9000 is a fast-setting vertical-grade adhesive that completes fiberglass repairs in five minutes and can be sanded and painted after 15 minutes. It reportedly bonds to wood, metal, glass, plastic, and many other surfaces. Once dry, the material is strong enough to be tapped and threaded for anchoring hardware and mounting equipment.
Rhino Hide 9310 is a slow-setting horizontal- and vertical-grade adhesive that dries to the touch in approximately one hour and is structurally sound in 48 hours. According to company literature, it can be used to bond different types of materials, such as wood to steel, and as an alternative to welding sheet metal.
The dual-compartment design dispenses the liquids in a 1:1 ratio, automatically blending them in one of the cartridge’s two custom static mixing tubes. The result is a ready-to-use, quality adhesive paste that eliminates product waste and saves time. When applied to a dry surface, the compounds form a lasting waterproof seal.
An 8-ounce cartridge of Rhino Hide 9000 or 9310 has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $27.95. The adhesives also are available in 1.7-, 10-, and 20-ounce dual cartridges.
For more information, contact:
Rhino Hide LLC
P.O. Box 909
Eaton Park, FL 33840
(866) 347-4466
(863) 665-0203
www.rhinohide.com
Portable Water Softener
On The Go Portable Water SoftenerThe On The Go Portable Water Softener is designed to soften approximately 300 gallons of water per one box of plain table salt. Benefits of soft water include cleaner dishes; softer clothes; and fewer rusting and scaling problems in showers, sinks, and dishwashers.
The softener removes minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron, and lime from the hard water. These minerals can cause severe damage to a motorhome’s plumbing, fixtures, and water heater. RVs are particularly susceptible to scaling problems since many of the water sources available at campgrounds and other sites provide hard water from wells or similar sources.
The On The Go softener measures 22 inches tall and 6¾ inches in diameter, and weighs 18 pounds. Setting up and using the softener is said to be easy, and regenerating the system takes just 15 minutes.
The On The Go Portable Water Softener has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $249 plus shipping and handling. FMCA members can receive a $20 discount by typing in or mentioning the coupon code “FMCA” when ordering.
For more information, contact:
On The Go Portable Water Softener
5453 Keystone Drive
Keystone Industrial Park
Building #8
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(866) 482-9614
(260) 482-9614
www.portablewatersoftener.com
Splash Guard Holder
Stabilizer splash guard holder from Active Fasteners/QwikFlap SystemsAccording to company literature, the Stabilizer from Active Fasteners/QwikFlap Systems will help keep a motorhome’s splash guard “” brush, solid, or flap “” in place when moving at highway speeds. When kept in the proper position, the splash guard is able to more effectively prevent damage to towed vehicles from road debris kicked up by the motorhome’s tires.
The Stabilizer is made of powder-coated steel and is said to be easy to install using common tools. The kit includes self-tapping screws, hanging chains, and fasteners, with an optional light kit available.
The Stabilizer “” which weighs 9 pounds and expands from 52 inches to 102 inches to fit anything from a small pickup truck to a type A motorhome “” has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $49.95, plus shipping.
For more information, contact:
Active Fasteners/QwikFlap Systems
P.O. Box 360
Torrance, CA 90508-0360
(877) 212-3130
(310) 212-3130
www.qwikflap.com
Day Clock
DayClock from DayClocks Inc.The DayClock provides an interesting twist to the traditional 12-hour clock face by displaying the passing of days, making it an ideal gift for retired friends and family, RVers, vacationers, and those who may have a hard time remembering the day of the week. The clock face is divided into seven equal pie-shaped sections, one for each day. The day hand moves continuously, making a complete revolution every 168 hours. The midpoint above each day’s section indicates noon.
The Classic DayClock, available in oak or mahogany, has a 9¼-inch diameter and includes just the day indicator hand. The Contemporary design indicates the days of the week and also incorporates a 12-hour clock, with or without a second hand. This clock has a 13¼-inch diameter and comes with a platinum finish.
The Classic has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $39.95 while the Contemporary is priced at $49.95 (prices do not include shipping and handling). Both clocks operate on a single AA battery.
For more information, contact:
DayClocks Inc.
P.O. Box 8268
Incline Village, NV 89452
(866) 329-2562
www.dayclocks.com
Cell Phone Amplifier
PowerMax DA4000MR-30U Wireless Cellular Amplifier/Repeater from Digital Antenna Inc. The PowerMax DA4000MR-30U Wireless Cellular Amplifier/Repeater from Digital Antenna Inc. is said to provide cell phone users greater power, range, and reliability when making or receiving calls, without the need for a physical wire connection to the phone.
According to product literature, this 3-watt, dual-band amplifier/repeater can increase cell phone range up to 50 or more miles and help reduce the number of dropped calls. It works with cell phones operating on 800 and 1900 MHz bands and is able to handle multiple cell phones and carriers at the same time. It is FCC-approved for use with all cell carriers in the United States and Canada except Nextel, which requires the DA4000N direct-connect unit.
The DA4000MR-30U amplifier/repeater comes with an internal omnidirectional antenna; an external PowerMax 9dB gain dual-band cellular antenna with mounting bracket; and 30 feet of PowerMax ULTRA low loss coaxial cable. It can be powered by either a 110-volt-AC power supply or a 12-volt-DC power converter (both included). The unit has up to 1,000 square feet of coverage area, or one room.
The PowerMax DA4000MR-30U has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $559.95 and comes with a one-year warranty. Owners of motorhomes that are 40 feet or longer require the DA4000SBR-50U (model DA4000N for Nextel users), which includes 50 feet of coaxial cable and has a coverage area of up to 5,000 feet.
For more information, contact:
Digital Antenna Inc.
5325 N.W. 108th Ave.
Sunrise, FL 33351
(877) 433-7007
(954) 747-7022
www.digitalantenna.com
Antifreeze-Coolant
Amsoil Propylene Glycol Antifreeze & Engine CoolantAccording to product literature, Amsoil Propylene Glycol Antifreeze & Engine Coolant uses proprietary poly organic acid technology. According to company literature, it lasts longer and eliminates the need for periodic changing or recharging of cooling systems. The product can be used in gasoline- and diesel-powered automobiles and motorhomes.
The formula, which is compatible with ethylene glycol (EG) coolants, is said to have an extremely long life span, providing up to seven years or 250,000 miles of protection in passenger cars and 750,000 miles in over-the-road diesel vehicles. According to product literature, the antifreeze and engine coolant bonds to metal within the coolant system to prevent corrosion and protect against liner pitting, and it even seals hairline cracks to prevent leaks.
Unlike EG coolants, Amsoil’s Propylene Glycol Antifreeze & Engine Coolant (dyed yellow) is biodegradable; has no special disposal costs or requirements in most areas; and, because of its low toxicity, presents no threat to children, pets, or wildlife.
A 1-gallon bottle has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $25.05.
For more information, contact:
Amsoil Inc.
Amsoil Building
Superior, WI 54880
(800) 777-8491
(715) 392-7101
www.amsoil.com
Waterproof Cell Phone Case
Dry Pak waterproof flip phone case from Kwik TekThe Dry Pak waterproof flip phone case from Kwik Tek is designed to protect cell phones from water, sand, and dust, and it will even float. The 4-inch-wide-by-6-inch-long case is made of thermo-plastic polyurethane (TPU) and can be used with any type of flip phone.
Users simply place the phone inside the case and turn the cam lock knobs to hermetically seal it shut. A piece of hook-and-loop fastening material keeps the case folded when the phone is not in use. The case, which is frosted on the outside and clear on the inside, is said to be rugged enough to protect the phone but to still allow the user to speak and listen during calls directly through the plastic.
The Dry Pak waterproof flip phone case, which also includes an adjustable neck lanyard and an anodized aluminum spring hook, has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $14.99.
For more information, contact:
Kwik Tek Inc.
16163 W. 45th Drive, Unit D
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 733-3722
www.drypakcase.com