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November 2014

November 2014

  • Tech and Travel Tips: November 2014

    Ladder Safety
    Many of us need to climb ladders occasionally, but what goes up must come down. And coming down can be dangerous.

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  • House Calls: November 2014

    Repairing Leaky Joints
    Dear RV Doctor:
    Our 2009 Newmar Dutch Aire has developed several leaks in the joints of the PVC gray and black waste systems.

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  • House Calls: November 2014

    Repairing Leaky Joints
    Dear RV Doctor:
    Our 2009 Newmar Dutch Aire has developed several leaks in the joints of the PVC gray and black waste systems.

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  • Recall Corner: November 2014

    The following companies have recalls delineated in this month's column: Entegra Coach, Ford Motor Company, Forest River Inc., Jayco Inc., Thor Motor Coach, Tiffin Motorhomes, and Winnebago Industries.

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  • Tech Talk: November 2014

    50-Amp Service
    I’m curious. Since all electrical appliances in a motorhome are 120 volts (or 12 volts DC), why is a 240-volt source provided?

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  • Rearview: October 2014

    What’s the best breed of dog, or other pet, to travel with? Why?

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  • Readers’ Forum: November 2014

    Correction: Raceway Permits Motorhomes
    FMCA member Doug Hansen, F231205, contacted FMC to let us know the “Drive The Glen” information mentioned in the “New York’s Lively, Lovely Finger Lakes” article (September 2014, page 66) was in error.

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  • Readers’ Forum: October 2014

    Roads, Ferries, And Vikings
    Dear Editor:
    It was nice to see our little neck of the woods featured in the August 2014 issue. We would like to point out, however, that …

     

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  • Executive Director’s Commentary: A Bowl Full Of Jelly Beans

    I recently viewed a post on Facebook by artist Rafael Casal. He provided an analogy on Upworthy.com about the number of days in a typical life, with each day represented by a jelly bean.

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  • Rear View: November 2014

    What features or amenities are most important to you at a campground or RV resort?

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  • President’s Message: Has Anyone Seen My ‘Teeth’?

    A funny thing happened to me the other day. But I have to go back several years to lay the groundwork for this story. Twelve years ago I was diagnosed with …

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  • Cooking On The Go: Tasty Tailgating

    These simple recipes will score points with fans of sports of all sorts. 

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  • Winning The Mouse War

    Here are strategies for ridding your motorhome of the pesky rodents.

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  • Open Mike: RV And Learn

    The Wendlands share a list of RVing lessons based on their experiences.

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  • The Ancient Way Arts Trail

    Much more important than trading posts are the ageless traditions that thrive in northwest New Mexico.

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  • RV News: November 2014

    Thor Offers Wireless Control System
    Thor Motor Coach has introduced a wireless control system called Rapid Camp on certain 2015 Type A and Type C motorhomes.

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  • Walmart’s Hometown

    Back in the 1950s, little Bentonville, Arkansas, birthed a retail giant, and today it has even more claims to fame.

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  • RV Products: November 2014

    Wound Sealer
    This could be one of those purchases you make “just in case,” particularly if you bleed easily or lead an active lifestyle miles from home.

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  • Hilton Head Island

    Nature and relaxation meet at South Carolina’s popular getaway isle.

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  • Family and Friends: South Texas Renegades Celebrate 35 Years

    On April 1, 2014, the South Texas Renegades chapter of FMCA marked its 35th year of bringing together members who enjoy the camaraderie of living the motorhome lifestyle.

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  • Thor Motor Coach Chateau 2015

    The 31W floor plan features a 22-foot-long slideout for enhanced living space.

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  • Family and Friends: Dixie Traveliers Chapter Marks 45th Anniversary

    The Dixie Traveliers chapter of FMCA celebrated its 45th anniversary at a rally held August 22-24, 2014, at the Great Outdoors RV Resort in Franklin, North Carolina.

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  • Power In A Pinch

    During a residential electric outage, motorhome owners need not remain in the dark.

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  • Family and Friends: Monaco America Rallies In Tennessee

    We were in the Volunteer State, which has made major contributions to American music, so it should come as no surprise that members of the Monaco America chapter of FMCA were treated to some fine …

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  • Replacing The Air Conditioner

    In addition to handyman skills, this do-it-yourself project requires some heavy lifting and maneuvering, made easier by a helper.

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  • Family and Friends: Howard Cowles, FMCA Square Dance Caller

    Howard Cowles, L18517, attended dozens of FMCA international conventions, where he encouraged thousands of association members to swing their partners.

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