June 2019

Tips for improving fuel economy, finding water leaks in an RV, sanitizing the fresh water system, new tech, Ask the RV Doctor, purchasing RV tires, keeping a watch on RV…

By Gary Bunzer, The RV Doctor Tech Talk E-Newsletter — June 2019 During times of rising fuel prices, RV owners may be quick to ponder whether such scenic travel continues…

Several world-class collections are displayed under one roof in Wisconsin. By Neala McCarten June 2019 One of the world’s most stunning and comprehensive museums of glass art began with a…

The 2019 election of FMCA National Officers will be held August 14, 2019, at FMCA’s 100th International Convention in Minot, North Dakota. For details and to read the resumes of…

Formerly for Safari Trek owners only, this new chapter is open to all FMCA members. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor June 2019 FMCA’s newest chapter is a longstanding group affiliated…

Turn-Alarm can do more than alert drivers that a turn signal is still on. By Mark Quasius, F333630 June 2019 It happens to almost everybody. After passing a vehicle on…

Celebrating Chapters Reflections on these valuable subgroups of FMCA, including the successful Chapter Block Party in Perry. National President Jon Walker, F268778 jwalker@fmca.com You may have heard it said before:…

Gracie, a 6-pound toy mixed breed pup (poodle, Chihuahua, and Yorkshire terrier), appeared ready to take matters, and the steering wheel, into her own paws after traveling by motorhome from…

Allan and Mary-Ann Knight, F490316 Home: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada. Occupations: Allan: President, Knight Web Services Inc. Mary-Ann: Bookkeeper. RV: 2011 Winnebago Tour, named Bailey. How we named the motorhome: Mary-Ann:…

FMCA member and diesel mechanic Dave Atherton enjoys sharing his expertise. By Gary Milner, F409834 FMCA National Vice President, Midwest Area June 2019 As you travel, you can meet some…

Winnebago Partners With National Park Foundation Winnebago Industries in March 2019 announced a multiyear partnership with the National Park Foundation in support of Find Your Park. The public awareness campaign…

This “go anywhere” Type B motorhome, built on the Ram ProMaster chassis, offers the flexibility of two seating areas and is packed with functionality and high-tech features. By Lazelle Jones…

Flip-Up Storage Space Many RV dinette chairs have at least a 4-inch-deep space under the cushions. If that’s the case, the seats can be modified to make a storage compartment.…

Rally attendees included a founding member. By Vicky Althoff, F107762 June 2019 Members of the California FMCA HMC chapter celebrated the group’s 30th anniversary at a rally held February 28…

A French marquis, a future president, and a man who sold bubble bath are credited with making this North Dakota town what it is today. By Anna Lee Braunstein June…

By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor June 2019 Fluid I have a 2019 Solitude fifth-wheel from Grand Design RV. It has a six-jack leveling system made by Lippert Components. One jack…

App File Free Overnight Parking Many places allow RVers to stay a night, gratis. Just remember: If you plan to park in a store’s lot, common courtesy, as well as…

Awning Room Maybe you need room to rumba, or just extra space in which to relax. Carefree of Colorado’s Vacation’r awning room adds covered living space next to your RV.…

Fargo, North Dakota, and nearby Moorhead, Minnesota, offer museums, sports, historical attractions and more, all tucked into one of North America’s largest agricultural regions. By Scooter Pursley June 2019 In…

The Extension Story I was interested in the article “Education, Enrichment Through ‘Extension’” by Phillip Meeks in the March 2019 issue (page 48). Having worked for the local cooperative extension…