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Dear Editor:
Just finished reading the May 2014 issue. I always read the whole magazine front to back and all ads in between. But what really stuck out in this issue was the “Chapter Spotlight” column about …
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Occasionally I will be inviting guest columnists to submit timely and important articles that may be of interest to FMCA members. This month’s guest writer is Warren C. Hegg, national director for Keep the Spirit of ’45 Alive.
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It is hard to believe, but this is my 12th “President’s Message.” I’m trying to figure out where all the time went. This month I thought I would recap my first year in office. I want to start out by thanking each and every one of you for giving me the privilege of serving you, the members.
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One FMCA member’s inspiring story of solo adventure from the pilot’s seat.
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NASCAR, historical sites, and outdoor beauty combine to make the Volunteer State’s northeast corner of supersize importance.
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''Ooh,'' breathes the crowd of spellbound people. The dark night bursts with dazzling light, and arcs of glittering color rocket overhead. An eruption of colored stars …
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Add to your knowledge about RVing and the travel lifestyle by attending sensational learning sessions at FMCA’s 90th Family Reunion & Motorhome Showcase in August.
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A quick-reference guide to the companies scheduled to exhibit motorhomes, RV products and services, and other intriguing items at FMCA’s “High Desert Sunrise” Family Reunion in mid-August.
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Visit the famed blue volcanic lake while in Oregon for FMCA’s 9oth Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase.
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This full-featured, stylish Type B can tackle the road with ease, especially when armed with an optional solar package.
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Understanding motorhome weight ratings, reasons to weigh an RV, and how to use the information to ensure safe travels.
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Understanding motorhome weight ratings, reasons to weigh an RV, and how to use the information to ensure safe travels.
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This full-featured, stylish Type B can tackle the road with ease, especially when armed with an optional solar package.
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Visit the famed blue volcanic lake while in Oregon for FMCA’s 9oth Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase.
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NASCAR, historical sites, and outdoor beauty combine to make the Volunteer State’s northeast corner of supersize importance.
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One FMCA member’s inspiring story of solo adventure from the pilot’s seat.
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Since the FMCA Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase in Perry, Georgia, this past March, life has slowed down a bit for Gloria and me. We were able to spend a little time at home in Arkansas, and we had our annual Rally in the Pasture …
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I recently read a Facebook post that stated, “The first step of a new adventure may start with a simple message.” The photo attached to the message showed fingers painted with smiling faces — one with a hat on it — and the words …
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More Bike Business
I would like to add to the “How to Buy a Bicycle You’ll Love” article in the April 2014 issue (page 46). While I agree with the information presented about the types of bikes and … -
Hard-Closing Bay Doors
I have a problem with my 2004 Monaco Knight 38PST. I was having issues with the lower compartment bay doors hitting when they were being closed, so I took the motorhome to a … -
Winnebago Industries Inc. has announced NHTSA recall 14V121000, which involves model-year 2014 Itasca Viva!, 2014-15 Winnebago Travato, and 2014 Winnebago Trend motorhomes …
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Either Versus Or
I have a 1991 Damon Ultrasport on a Chevrolet chassis. I am looking for a detailed wiring diagram for the two switches that control the two air conditioners via the generator and the shore power. -
Slideout Protection Reminder
Many motorhome owners use brightly colored foam swimming tubes, also known as noodles, on the exterior corners of their open slideouts to lessen the impact in case a person … -
Martin W. Pierce Sr., L57064, husband of former FMCA national president Dottie Pierce, died March 24, 2014, at his home in Florida. He was 89.
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In 2013 many of FMCA’s GMC chapters marked the 40th anniversary of the classic GMC motorhome with celebratory rallies. The GMC Motorhomes International (GMCMI) chapter held its Fall Convention September 20-26, 2013, in …
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During a recent rally, South Texas Renegades chapter members posed for a group photo at the world’s largest cedar rocking chair, the Star of Texas Rocker.
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Travel Pillow
Kuhi Comfort travel pillows are designed to provide a more comfortable place to rest your head while on the go. Unlike traditional U-shaped pillows that push the neck forward and provide little padding … -
Roadtrek Introduces Bold Interior Design
Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc., a leading manufacturer of Type B motorhomes, has unveiled new interior cabinetry with a bold Ebony vinyl finish. -
Like many motorhome owners, my wife, Jennifer, and I give a lot of tours. It seems that whenever we’re on the road and stop at a rest area or for fuel, someone comes over and starts asking questions. What they really want is a peek inside.
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Home improvement experts can tell you whether the resale value of a stationary house will be affected by remodeling a kitchen or adding a wood-burning fireplace. According to an article that appeared on www.money.cnn.com, the top three features …
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As travel writers and motorhome owners, wherever we roam in North America our home is always with us. After we decided to downsize from a Type A motorhome to a Type C, we’d meet other folks and tell them our story.
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I grew up in Montana, so literature and film formed my dramatic impressions of Maine: loose jigsaw puzzle pieces of gray seas, fishing boats, jagged shores, lobster pots, charming villages, deep woods …
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The most iconic of all tourist attractions in the United States, the Grand Canyon, as we know it today, was almost lost to us. It wasn’t until 1908 that President Theodore Roosevelt declared the canyon a national monument.
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With an abundance of flowers and fruits, and a blossoming beverage industry, this portion of northwestern Oregon appeals to all the senses.
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Elkhart, Indiana, considered by many to be the hub of the RV world, is home to a company that performs the entire gamut of motorhome renovations and general service work.
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When you are into RVing the way this author is, you can’t help but dream. I have often dreamed of conversion coaches … RV art built into the ultimate platform for camping nirvana.
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Walk around most RV parks and you likely will notice a number of Jeep Wranglers set up for four-wheels-down towing. Wranglers are available in two versions: a short-wheelbase, two-door model and a longer four-door …
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Reduce motorhome weight, conserve water and propane, and enjoy hot water on demand.
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Be the star of your next group gathering by bringing one or more of these tasty creations.
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The Wendlands spent time in two different Florida RV resorts this past winter and discovered the fun and amenities they offer.
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Advanced RV Showcases New Builds For 2014
Advanced RV, based in Cleveland, Ohio, builds personalized Type B motorhomes on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform. All models feature the company’s unique … -
Mold Stain Remover
Moldaway from Shurhold Industries removes mold stains and more without the use of harsh chemicals. -
The Tri-State Traveliers, a chapter made up of FMCA members who live within an 80-mile radius of Cincinnati, Ohio, held its final rally for the 2013 season at the FMCA campground on Round Bottom Road in Cincinnati.
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In the fall of 2012, a group of Penn Coachmen chapter members started talking about taking a trip to the 2014 Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena, California. A number of people were interested, and we …
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Hanging Solution
We never could find a handy place to hang wet clothing or other items outside the motorhome, so we purchased an over-the-door hanger rack at Dollar Tree and slipped it over the brace under … -
Light and Dark
Dear RV Doctor:
I have an issue with the lighting in my 1982 motorhome. Several interior lights (in the hallway and two in the bedroom) sometimes work but other times do not. How do I figure out … -
Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc. has announced NHTSA recall 14V005000, which involves model-year 2013 and 2014 CS-Adventurous motorhomes built on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van chassis. The potential number of motorhomes involved is 61.
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Holding Tank Monitors
I have a 2006 Tiffin Allegro Bus that I purchased in April 2012. My problem is the waste tanks monitoring system. The system “works” and the lights are on, but all I can get is the black tank to display the amber light.