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May 2014

May 2014

  • Readers’ Forum: May 2014

    Saved By The Recall
    Dear Editor: Thank you so much for the information about the Michelin tire recall (“Recall Corner,” February 2014, page 21). I had not heard that from any other source, including the tire shop where I purchased my tires.

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  • Executive Director’s Commentary: Heroes

    Just when I think I have lost faith in the future of our country, a little story jolts me and prompts me to consider that perhaps things are going to be okay. I’ll tell you more about that in a bit, but first …

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  • President’s Message: A Month Of Remembrance

    We have just completed FMCA’s 89th Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase, “Passport to Perry,” in Georgia. Gloria and I have so much fun at these international gatherings that we can hardly wait to point our coach …

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  • ”High Desert Sunrise” In Redmond, Oregon

    Beautiful sites and fun activities will thrill motorhomers who attend FMCA’s 90th Family Reunion & Motorhome Showcase August 13-16.

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  • City Within A City

    For several days in late March, FMCA’s 89th Family Reunion & Motorhome Showcase transformed the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter into a mini metropolis of fellowship and fun.

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  • Rear View: May 2014

    Describe a road that is particularly suitable for motorhome travel.

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  • The Pima Air & Space Museum

    This world-class facility in Tucson, Arizona, allows visitors to explore 100 years of aviation history.

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  • Cooking On The Go: The Campground Potluck

    Be the star of your next group gathering by bringing one or more of these tasty creations.

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  • Leisure Travel Vans Unity

    This 24-foot motorhome scores high marks with its quality construction and detailing, plus creative utilization of space.

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  • Open Mike: Resort Living

    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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  • Power Expansion

    Adding a Xantrex PROwatt SW2000 inverter will increase the power options in your motorhome.

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  • RV News: May 2014

    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 …

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  • RV Products: May 2014

    Mold Stain Remover
    Moldaway from Shurhold Industries removes mold stains and more without the use of harsh chemicals.

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  • Family and Friends: Tri-State Traveliers Prepare To Turn 40

    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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  • Family and Friends: A Trip Of A Lifetime

    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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  • Tech and Travel Tips: May 2014

    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 …

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  • House Calls: May 2014

    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 …

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  • Recall Corner: May 2014

    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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  • Tech Talk: May 2014

    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.

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