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October 2012

  • RV News: October 2012

    Thor Motor Coach Offers Open Concept, Island Kitchen Model
    Thor Motor Coach has added the 37GT — featuring an innovative kitchen design — to its Challenger line of premium gas-powered Type A motorhomes. The 2013 Challenger 37GT model offers …

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  • Meet The Newly Elected And Re-Elected National Vice Presidents

    Following are abbreviated resumes for the five FMCA national vice presidents who were recently elected or re-elected. (Committee assignments for 2012-13 were not available at press time.)

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  • President’s Message: Motorhome Adventures

    Looking at the calendar recently, my wife, Jean, mentioned that we have been members of Family Motor Coach Association for almost 22 years.  Wow, 22 years! Not as long as some other members of our association but, still, a long time.

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  • Executive Director’s Commentary: Association Updates

    Overall, Family Motor Coach Association remains financially healthy despite a prolonged recessionary period and a decline in membership.  As of this writing, FMCA has investments totaling more than $7.6 million. 

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  • Readers’ Forum: October 2012

    Racing Reaction

    Dear Editor:
    I saw the article “A Fleetwood Photo Finish” in the Family & Friends section of the July issue (page 30), which described a drag race between two motorhomes. What a hoot!

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  • Tech Talk: October 2012

    Coach Batteries

    Several years ago, I bought a 2000 Monaco Diplomat. At that time, the house batteries (four 6-volt) were five months old. I recently replaced them and must have received some bad information somewhere along the line.

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  • Recall Corner: October 2012

    The following companies have recalls detailed in this month's Recall Corner: Prevost Car Inc., Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc., and Winnebago Industries Inc.

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  • House Calls: October 2012

    Whistling In Dixie

    Dear RV Doctor:
    We turn on the water heater only when we need hot water. However, when we do, within a couple of minutes we can hear a whining sound, which seems to come from the propane tank area.

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  • Tech and Travel Tips: October 2012

    Temporary Shoe Storage
    We like to take our shoes off when we enter the motorhome to protect the carpet and flooring, and to make cleaning the interior easier. However, there was never a good place to put them, especially when we had guests, and we were constantly tripping over them.

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  • Family &Friends: Colorado Columbines Hold 20th Anniversary Rally

    Members of the Colorado Columbines celebrated their 20th anniversary as an FMCA chapter July 12-15, 2012, at the Elk Meadows Lodge & RV Resort in Estes Park, Colorado. During this gathering, FMCA national senior vice president Allen Rein and his wife, Glenda, presented chapter officers with a certificate of recognition.

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  • Family & Friends: FMCA Members Join Search For Sutter’s Mill Meteorite

    Early in the morning of April 22, 2012, a meteorite estimated to be the size of a minivan streaked through Earth’s atmosphere. The sonic boom and huge fireball that it created attracted plenty of attention over large parts of Nevada and California.

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  • RV Products: October 2012

    Floor Mopz
    According to product literature, the Super Floor Mop from Shurhold Industries won’t drip, leave streaks, or turn moldy, making it ideal for worry-free RV cleaning.

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  • The New FMCAssist

    A host of services are provided by FMCA’s travel assistance and medical evacuation program — including some enhanced offerings. FMCA members need to sign up for the Voluntary Member Participation plan administered by Seven Corners and pay the associated premium in order to have covered expenses paid for by the plan.

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  • Open Mike: Getting Along In A Motorhome

    Mike and Jennifer Wendland’s top 10 rules for surviving and thriving while sharing small spaces.

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  • Full-Timer’s Primer: Hit A Home Run

    Two questions top the list of queries that I receive from FMCA members. Everyone wonders how much it costs to live full-time in a motorhome, and where to establish a home base.

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  • Rear View: October 2012

    What was the main reason you decided to buy your first motorhome?

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  • Ride The Route Of The Hiawatha

    Dramatic views and exciting terrain await bicyclists who travel the Hiawatha Rail-Trail, a downhill, family-friendly mountain bike route on former train tracks in northern Idaho.

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  • Memphis “” Music And Much More

    The "kings" of blues, rock 'n' roll, and civil rights join other attractions in this Tennessee town.

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  • Sharing The Road

    Become a more courteous, responsible motorhome operator by incorporating these tips and suggestions into your driving repertoire.

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  • Diesel Fuel Filters

    By routinely inspecting the fuel filters and replacing them when necessary, you can stave off engine performance problems.

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  • Turbocharger Care

    Taking care of your diesel engine’s turbocharger is fairly easy, provided that you follow a few simple steps. The first part involves starting the engine and allowing it to warm up to the proper operating temperature.

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  • RV-Friendly Grills

    A portable grill can add a tasty touch of home wherever you go in your motorhome. Today’s RV-friendly grills come in a variety of shapes and sizes. The transportable grills we tested are  fueled by a diversity of sources: charcoal, propane, electricity, and wood pellets.

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  • Servicing Aqua-Hot Systems

    Hydronic heating systems are a highly desired feature in diesel-powered Type A motorhomes. If your coach has hydronic heating, odds are that it is equipped with an Aqua-Hot heating system.

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