The membership database for the Family Motor Coach Association is a complex collection of information. But it’s quite organized, and the file management was developed based upon members’ lifestyles.
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Racer Writes
Dear Editor:
I enjoyed Lazelle Jones’ article on racing and motorhomes (“Racing Connections,” February 2008, page 80), as far as it went. But the piece overlooked the thousands (maybe tens of thousands) of motorhome-using race enthusiasts in various other race venues in this country. -
High Definition
I need some help with the installation of an HDTV in my motorhome. I would like to be able to use my Winegard roof-mounted antenna that I currently have on my 2003 Pace Arrow. It works fine with my …
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Refer Removal
Dear RV Doctor:
I recently purchased a 1975 Sportscoach. The refrigerator was not working, so we decided to go with an all-electric unit. My question is: how do I get the old one out of the motorhome? -
Key Indicators
I just got a new motorhome and found that the entry door has two keyholes. I inevitably picked the wrong key to unlock the door. So I color-coded …
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Thirty members of the Carolina Ramblers chapter gathered at the Burlington, North Carolina, family business of Bob and JoAnn Hahn October 26 through 28, 2007, for a different kind of chapter rally.
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Laptop Lamp
The Boynq d’Light from American Audio & Video is a USB-powered light that provides illumination when working on a laptop computer.
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Pomona Convention Featured On “American Rver”
Peggy and Jim Grich travel throughout North America shooting segments for their show, which is available via podcast at www.americanrver.com.
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The Membership/Member Services Committee includes Sam Allen, Northeast Area vice president; Joanne Durbin, FMCA national secretary; Fred Kennedy, South Central Area vice president; Allen Rein, Rocky Mountain Area vice president; and Charlie Schrenkel, Southeast Area vice president.
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Spring is here, so that means the beginning of the flower festival season. Some of these events begin as early as March, but most are scheduled for April, May, and June. With so many festivals to pick from, we could only choose a few examples …
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We’re fascinated by flowers of every description, from the hard-to-photograph “belly-flowers,†where you have to lie down to get a close-up view, to the showy blooms in high mountain meadows that appear after the snow melts.
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Freightliner LLC has announced two separate NHTSA recalls.The first is recall 07V306000, which affects some 2007 and 2008 school bus, heavy truck, van, and motorhome chassis built between …
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Tips for getting your governmental questions answered, navigating Florida’s highways, eliminating marketing calls, and more.Â
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Weather-wise, it helps to know what is happening as far in advance as possible. This allows you to put your survival plan into action. Minutes count in any emergency, and surviving bad weather is definitely no exception. A weather monitor can give you the extra minutes you need to make a decision that could save your life.
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We’re not sure what caught our attention first: the statement that the Grand Gulf Military Park museum was, according to Reader’s Digest, one of the best small museums in the country, or the fact that we could stay in an RV park right there on the site. That it was also a Civil War battlefield sure didn’t hurt.Â
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Chattanooga is already established as one of Tennessee’s most visited destinations, known for attractions such as the Tennessee Aquarium, Lookout Mountain, Rock City, Ruby Falls, and the Incline Railway. But now with the face-lift of the waterfront, the city has a new look along the Tennessee River.
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What’s A Blog? A blog is an abbreviation for the words “Web log.†In a nutshell, a blog is a diary or journal that is posted on the Internet, just like a Web site.
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In an era when every industry and business seems to have something called “super,” you must look hard to see whether a product truly deserves that moniker. Conquest Motorhomes, a division of Gulf Stream Coach, has combined the word with “nova,” the astrological term that stands for a rare celestial phenomenon …
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Most people think motor oil exists simply to lubricate internal engine parts and keep them from failing prematurely due to excessive wear brought on by friction and internal combustion. Lubrication, of course, is the primary job of motor oil.
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One of my responsibilities as president of FMCA is to receive comments, complaints, suggestions, and compliments from members, either by phone, postal mail, or e-mail. As you might imagine, the president receives quite a few each week. I will admit I am most grateful that there are more “atta boys†than complaints.
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The FMCA North American Road Atlas & Travel Guide has been updated and is now in its 5th edition. The fresh information it contains is ready for your 2008 travels.Â
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No Cold Norcold
My Norcold (model number N843IM) refrigerator generally works very well on propane and electric. However, when I am on the road, operating on propane, and the outside temperature is very hot, the indicator light on the front of the refrigerator goes out.Â
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Blue Bird Body Company has announced NHTSA recall 07V586000, which affects all 2005 through 2007 Wanderlodge M450 LXi motorhomes built between March 10, 2004, and September 27, 2006. The potential number of coaches involved is 58.
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Four For Two-Fer
Dear RV Doctor:
If both of my air conditioners can run with the generator, doesn’t that mean the wiring can handle them both? Why can’t I just replace the 30-amp cord with a 50-amp and run both A/Cs from the shore power also? -
Visor Extensions
The power visors in our coach did not cover the entire width of the windshield.
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A longtime FMCA member and enthusiastic supporter of the association died in Federal Way, Washington, on January 8, 2008, of pneumonia at the age of 88.
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Package-Opening Tool
The Open It! tool from Zibra is said to put an end to the injury and unnecessary aggravation caused by difficult-to-open product containers such as clamshells and toy packages, as well as CDs, DVDs, battery compartments, and more.
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Winnebago Industries Rolls Out 400,000th Motorhome
Winnebago Industries, located in Forest City, Iowa, reached a major milestone in December 2007 with the production of its 400,000th motorhome.
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Once upon a time, in a land far away, a group of people came together. Their idea was to enjoy their new friendship and to have fellowship for each family within the group. They all owned buses that were converted to “motor coaches,†and they decided to name their group the Family Motor Coach Association.
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Visitors to Charleston can tour 18th-century homes and plantations; parks, museums, and historic churches; and a large and very impressive city market.
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If your motorhome has been quiet through the winter, here’s a list of recipes to get you back out on the road when you see the first robin.
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Diversity And RV Ownership
Dear Editor:
Don Eversmann was right on with his “inaccurate perceptions” commentary in the November 2007 issue (“Diversity And Perceptions,” page 14). I’ve been there! -
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The first NASCAR race I ever attended was the Motor Trend 500, on February 1, 1969, at Riverside International Raceway, located just east of Pomona, California. . . . It was there that I first experienced the speed, sound, and excitement of stock car racing. It’s also where I realized the connection between NASCAR and motorhoming.
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Tire monitors are becoming more popular, featuring technological advancements that have extended battery life and improved reliability of the products.
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This luxurious home on wheels has a penthouse feel when its two street-side slideouts — the front one measuring almost 14 feet long and 30 inches deep — are extended.
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Mexico's beautiful Baja Peninsula is the longest peninsula in the world. It promises 1,000 miles of white, sandy beaches; magnificent mountain ranges; picturesque towns; historic missions; and some of the best fishing spots you may ever find.
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Members attending FMCA’s “Rush To The Golden State” convention at Fairplex in Pomona, California, February 25, 26, 27, and 28, 2008, will have access to more than 100 great educational opportunities presented during the event.
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Although several international tire companies reportedly are toying with the idea of marketing motorhome tires in the United States, only Goodyear (C9158), Michelin (C5502), and Bridgestone currently offer motorhome-specific tires.
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Since we’re holding our 79th International Convention this month in Pomona, California, I thought it would be timely to take you into the Convention/Commercial Services Department, which is responsible for the planning of the association’s conventions.Â
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In a nutshell, a chapter is a subgroup of FMCA members who desire to meet and share common interests. Chapters organized on the basis of coach brand exist because …Â
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Satellite Internet
I work on the road via the Internet while traveling. The wireless Internet access at RV parks is usually very slow and not sufficient. Have you reviewed any of the satellite systems that are available?
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Weepy Window
Dear RV Doctor:
I have a 1997 motorhome that has recently developed a leak in a sliding window. I have sprayed water on it from the outside to try to determine where it is leaking, and it looks as though the water is coming from under the window trim. -
Broken Latch Solution
The plastic latches on mirrored sliding doors often break, and the replacement latches are made of brittle plastic and break more easily. I’ve broken a dozen of them.
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The 24th annual Rocky Mountain Ramble, presented by the Rocky Mountain Motorcoach Association (RMMA), was held October 3 through 6, 2007, in Farmington, New Mexico. More than 500 motorhomes attended the “San Juan Serenade” rally, and …
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Personal Information Storage
According to information from TeAM Consumer Products LLC, PepPods is a Web-based system that allows subscribers to store vital personal records that can be retrieved from any computer with Internet access.
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Four Winds, Sprinter Combo
Four Winds International, a division of Thor Industries based in Elkhart, Indiana, has introduced a new type C floor plan for Chateau Citation, Dutchmen Dorado, and Four Winds Siesta Class brands built on the Dodge Sprinter chassis.
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Dolls are found in more places than in a child’s arms, a baby buggy, or tossed on the bed. They’re also housed in museums across the country, proving that collecting dolls is a widespread hobby.Â