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August 2012

  • House Calls: August 2012

    Burner Orifice Redux

    Dear RV Doctor:

    I enjoyed your “RV Water Heater Maintenance” article in the May 2012 issue of FMC magazine (page 40) very much. I do have one question. When I remove the water heater main burner orifice to clean it, should I use any pipe thread compound, sealant, etc. when screwing it back in?

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  • Fleetwood American Eagle 45T

    When you think of American Coach — the luxury motorhome division of Fleetwood RV — chances are the first thing that comes to mind is the American Eagle. The American Eagle has always been a popular American Coach model, and you’re bound to find at least one in every busy campground.

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  • A Lap On The Track

    At the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum, visitors can admire historic vehicles and ride on the world's most famous raceway.

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  • Northern Indiana: Mixing Old With New

    Northern Indiana supports a large enclave of Amish and Mennonite families. In fact, more than 20,000 Amish live in the area. Amish beliefs forbid them from using modern-day conveniences in various forms; Mennonites are generally more modern and use cars and electricity. All are known for their excellent work ethics and quality craftsmanship, and many are employed in the local RV manufacturing plants.

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  • Formula For Fun Exhibits

    If you plan to attend FMCA’s 87th Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase — nicknamed “Formula For Fun” — August 27 through 30, 2012, at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis, plan a pit stop in the exhibit areas.

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  • Executive Director’s Commentary: “EOB” For FMCA Members

    This month’s column is devoted to a few updates or reminders about some of FMCA’s member benefits — an EOB for FMCA members, if you will. FMCA continues to look for ways to enhance your member benefits, while taking into consideration the future of this great association.

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  • President’s Message: That Common Bond

    My wife, Jean, and I spent some time at the New York Centrals' 35th anniversary rally in Camillus, New York, this past June. While there I met the first president of the New York Centrals chapter, Andrew Mancini, who shared with me some newspaper clippings that included a poem he had written back in 1977. The words remain relevant today.

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  • Readers’ Forum: August 2012

    Spin-Welding Alternative

    Dear Editor:
    The letter in the April 2012 "House Calls" column titled "The Law of Gravity" (page 20) was very interesting. I wanted to note an alternative to spin welding that provides a quick (3-to-5 minute) way to tap into your water tank using our bulkhead blind tank fitting.

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  • Recall Corner: August 2012

    The following companies have recalls detailed in this month's Recall Corner: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) and Foretravel Motorcoach.

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  • Rear View: August 2012

    FMCA’s 87th Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase takes place in Indianapolis, Indiana, this August. What are some must-see stops in the area?

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  • Tech Talk: August 2012

    ABS Error

    I own a 37-foot 2006 Holiday Rambler Neptune built on a Roadmaster diesel chassis. Occasionally the ABS light comes on. The problem is that the light comes on intermittently.

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  • Tech & Travel Tips: August 2012

    Creating Storage Space

    To create more storage space in our bedroom, we removed the old analog TV from the 6-cubic-foot cabinet and used that open space to store linens

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  • Family & Friends: Florida Ramblers Celebrate Silver Anniversary

    Members of the Florida Ramblers observed the chapter’s 25th anniversary during the group’s April 2012 rally at Wild Frontier RV Park in Ocala, Florida.

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  • Family & Friends: Lone Star Chapter Celebrates 45th Anniversary

    When the Lone Star chapter received its charter in 1967, it became FMCA’s ninth chapter. Rallies at that time typically involved dry camping, open-pit fires, and BYOF (bring your own food). The wagon master was responsible for keeping the fire going all night.

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  • RV Products: August 2012

    12-Volt Coffeemaker

    The PowerHunt PNP-303SK 12-volt, 10-cup coffeemaker from PNP System Inc. is capable of brewing a pot of coffee in less than 20 minutes.

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  • RV News: August 2012

    Winnebago Industries Plant Tours

    If you happen to be in northern Iowa this summer, make plans to see how a modern-day motorhome is built during a tour of the Winnebago Industries plant in Forest City.

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  • Full-Timer’s Primer: Once Upon A Mattress

    We spend a third of our lives in bed, and that’s not counting the time when we are sick, taking a nap, or using the bed as a comfortable place to read. Why, then, do full-timers put up with an uncomfortable mattress just because it came with the motorhome? 

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