May 2019

Entegra Coach 19V-175: Certain 2019 Esteem motorhomes manufactured from January 15, 2019, to February 6, 2019. The parking brake cable ends may be too small, allowing the cable to disconnect,…

Lithium-iron-phosphate models offer longer cycle life and other advantages. By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor May 2019 RV manufacturers and battery providers have long sought more efficient ways to supply the…

Getting back on the road heightens anticipation of adventures that await. By Dana Helvey, F82102 May 2019 During my motorhome travels over the last 45 years, I’ve learned a lot…

Enchanting things to see, taste, and do while in Minot, North Dakota, for FMCA’s 100th International Convention and RV Expo. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor May 2019 FMCA members will…

Rocking Chair You probably loved being rocked as a baby, so why not rock your way to better relaxation as an adult? The RoadTrip Rocker, from GCI Outdoor, is full…

Thor’s Erwin Hymer Purchase Excludes North American Unit Thor Industries Inc. completed its acquisition of Erwin Hymer Group (EHG) on February 1, 2019. The deal created the world’s largest RV…

Campground Spotlight Rincon Country West RV Resort, Tucson, Arizona The RV park that won the 2018 Mega Park of the Year Award from the National Association of RV Parks and…

Making a plan and having the proper equipment can help to avert disaster. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 An RV fire can quickly lead to devastating damage; injury; or,…

Don’t Forget About FMCAssist We have been FMCA members for a couple of years now. When I signed us up, it was because we had purchased a 40-foot motorhome that…

This gasoline-powered motorhome checks many boxes in the comfort and convenience categories. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 Newmar is widely known for its high-quality diesel-pusher motorhomes. However, that same…

FMCA’s 99th International Convention and RV Expo received high marks from many attendees as being one of the association’s best ever.  By Robbin Gould, Editor Photos by Lindsay Prince, Graphic…

International Space Station And FMCA How cutting-edge technology connects the two. National President Jon Walker, F268778 jwalker@fmca.com I am having a very strange experience sitting here today writing my May…

The company has entered the full-size travel trailer market with lightweight, aerodynamic units designed to be the next generation of RVs. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 From their private-jet-inspired…

Bill and Cheryl Conrod, F489157 Home: Grand Junction, Colorado. Occupations: Retired from federal and education work. RV: A 2008 17-foot Casita travel trailer. RVing since: October 2008, but both of…

America’s northern neighbor knows how to tempt the taste buds. By Janet Groene, F47166 May 2019 Few places do spring and summer better than Canada. Are you a Canadian snowbird…

May 2019 R.G. Wilson believed that God should be first in every family. He said so in the “President’s Message” column he wrote for Family Motor Coaching magazine in September…

By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor May 2019 Extended Warranty Decision We just purchased a brand-new 2019 Newmar New Aire motorhome. We must decide if we want an extended warranty. In…

A recently opened state-of-the-art facility accommodates Newmar owners in a pleasant, comfortable environment. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 To most RV owners, service is a major concern. As RVs…

South Texas Renegades traveled to southern Louisiana for a February rally. By Phyllis Avella, F424750 May 2019 Everyone has a comfort zone, even groups such as the South Texas Renegades…

This chapter will welcome fellow FMCA members to Minot, North Dakota. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor May 2019 This summer, thousands of FMCA members will flock to Minot, North Dakota,…