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.
Monthly Archives
October 2012
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.
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.
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.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.The following companies have recalls detailed in this month's Recall Corner: Prevost Car Inc., Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc., and Winnebago Industries Inc.
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.
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!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.
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.
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.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 …Mike and Jennifer Wendland’s top 10 rules for surviving and thriving while sharing small spaces.
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.
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.
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.
By routinely inspecting the fuel filters and replacing them when necessary, you can stave off engine performance problems.
Become a more courteous, responsible motorhome operator by incorporating these tips and suggestions into your driving repertoire.
The "kings" of blues, rock 'n' roll, and civil rights join other attractions in this Tennessee town.
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.
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.
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.)