After the Ohio Nomads chapter received its FMCA charter on February 17, 1978, chapter members held their first official rally at the Strawberry Festival in Troy, Ohio, in June 1978. Records indicate that …
Monthly Archives
October 2013
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The fall season is upon us once again. Where has the time flown? It seems only yesterday we were in Gillette, Wyoming, celebrating FMCA’s 50th anniversary. I don’t know about you, but a lot has happened to Gloria and me since then.
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Battery Storage
I own a 2003 National RV motorhome. When I put it in storage for the winter, the batteries were fully charged. In the spring when I went to retrieve it, the batteries were dead. -
Jayco Inc. has announced NHTSA recalls 13V330000 and 13V33100. The former involves model-year 2013 and 2014 Entegra Coach Anthem, Aspire, and Cornerstone motorhomes built from February 8, 2013, through …
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AC Electrical Query
Dear RV Doctor:
I have a quick electrical question. My friend was cleaning his motorhome, and when he touched the rims, he received a slight tingling sensation or shock. When I came over, we first checked the shore power outlet at his house and it was fine. But … -
Refrigerator Thermometer
It’s helpful to know the temperature of the refrigerator without opening the door. Better yet, it would be great if you could monitor the temperature from the galley or even the driver’s area. For less than $20 … -
Pet Identification Tag
Losing a pet can be a traumatic experience. But a pet wearing the PetHub ID Tag can quickly be reunited with its owner. -
Arkansas RV Resort Welcomes FMCA Members
Ozarks RV Resort on Table Rock Lake, C12710, in Oak Grove, Arkansas, is inviting FMCA members to visit at reduced rates. Developed into a first-class resort by … -
The Wendlands enjoy their motorhome more now that they know what to bring and where to store it.
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Are you ready for the second act in your life, perhaps one that earns a profit? Do you wonder how to divvy expenses when guests travel with you? This column covers two topics, both of them specific to full-timers.
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Have you ever had an owl fly so close to you that your hair moved in the wind? Have you seen flower sculptures made of copper and paint that looked so real that you couldn’t tell the sculpture from the actual flower?
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RV Comfort Systems has developed an electrifying new heating option to keep motorhomes comfy and cozy when the temperature drops.
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This new inverter makes it possible to use external AC energy from shore power or a generator and DC current from a motorhome’s battery system simultaneously.
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Describe an unexpected event or encounter you experienced during a motorhome trip.
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Customization and exacting craftsmanship are the hallmarks of this ultra-highline motorhome manufacturer.
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This popular region of Pennsylvania is packed with attractions that reveal the past.
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Started in a garage by a father and his sons 50 years ago, Thetford Corporation has grown into an international company dedicated to producing high-quality products that make the RV lifestyle more enjoyable for millions of people.
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A look at Family Motor Coach Association and the motorhome lifestyle through the years, as portrayed in past issues of Family Motor Coaching magazine.
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Early recreation vehicles helped to spur the growth and development of campgrounds on U.S. lands.
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I don’t know about you, but I love the fall season. The crisp, cool nights are great for sleeping. The sound of leaves crunching beneath my feet as I walk down wooded paths, the smell of an evening campfire, and the taste of …