January 2014
Updated information regarding the many benefits and services available to members of Family Motor Coach Association.
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January 2014
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Parking Assistance
We often arrive home after dark, and I must be extremely careful when backing up the driveway next to my house. To provide a reference point that is easily visible in my rearview mirror, I … -
FMC magazine’s January 2014 Motorhome Regulations chart contains the following information for all 50 U.S. States and the Canadian provinces and territories:Â length, height, width, combined length, license type required, and Web site.
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Dear RV Doctor:
In the “Tech Talk” column that appeared in the June 2013 issue of Family Motor Coaching, the answer to the “‘New’ Motorhome Problems” letter (page 21) offered information about pressure testing the fresh water system for leaks. -
Spartan Chassis Inc. has announced a voluntary NHTSA recall 13V467000, which involves model-year 2011 and 2012 MM motorhome chassis built from January 28, 2010, through March 12, 2012, equipped with Cummins ISC engines. The total number of vehicles involved is 125.
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Battery Schematics
We are trying to find a schematic for installing the new batteries we bought for our motorhome. We have a 2003 39-foot Safari Sahara. I have searched the Internet, and we have searched what books we have … -
Driveline Assist, Remco Question
Dear Editor:
The Remco driveline disconnect on our Ford F-150 locked up, and the truck was not towable. We were stranded. Fortunately, I was referred to … -
hope all of you have enjoyed the merriest of holidays with family and friends. During this new year, I encourage you to reach out to your longtime FMCA friends and family with a message of good cheer. I’m sure it will brighten their day just knowing that you care enough to call and say hello.
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Well, here we are starting another new year. I always like to take this time and reflect back on all the good things that have happened to me during the past year. Boy, has this been a whirlwind 12 months!
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Campfire cooking can add to the adventure of any RV trip. Dutch-oven cooking, in particular, dates back hundreds of years and can be a fun method of preparing food outdoors today.
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Don’t let chilly weather keep you indoors; get outside and enjoy one or more of these frosty activities.
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Manufacturers and others give a collective thumbs-up on the current health of the recreation vehicle industry, and what the future holds.
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If you have time to use your motorhome only on weekends, what’s your favorite camping destination?
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The entire motorhoming family will enjoy a variety of games and entertainment during FMCA’s 89th Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase, set for March 17-20, 2014, in Georgia.
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Cold-weather camping poses added challenges but also great rewards in terms of breathtaking scenery and fun-filled activities.
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Explore the past and savor spring festivals at small towns in southern Georgia.
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Add some pizzazz to your next meal with these tart and tangy red berries that aren’t just for Thanksgiving anymore.
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Allied Recreation Group relies on “lean” methodology and key leadership as it revives the Monaco and Holiday Rambler RV brands.
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Books Highlight A Trio Of National Parks
Farcountry Press has released new books for those who will be visiting Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and Glacier national parks. -
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Dry Skin Treatment
Take care of your skin during the cold, dry winter months with All Good Goop healing balm from Elemental Herbs Inc. -
Family Motor Coaching magazine's annual guide to flat-towable vehicles includes cars, trucks, and SUVs that have been approved by their manufacturers for four-wheels-down towing behind a motorhome without major modifications.
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GLAMARAMA 2013, FMCA’s new area rally hosted by the Great Lakes Area Motorcoach Association (GLAMA), was held at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen, Indiana, from September 18 through 22, 2013.
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Learn how easy it can be to keep your DC electric-powered equipment operational.