Howard Cowles, L18517, attended dozens of FMCA international conventions, where he encouraged thousands of association members to swing their partners.
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2014
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Ladder Safety
Many of us need to climb ladders occasionally, but what goes up must come down. And coming down can be dangerous. -
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. -
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. -
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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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? -
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. -
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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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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Here are strategies for ridding your motorhome of the pesky rodents.
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Much more important than trading posts are the ageless traditions that thrive in northwest New Mexico.
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Back in the 1950s, little Bentonville, Arkansas, birthed a retail giant, and today it has even more claims to fame.
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The 31W floor plan features a 22-foot-long slideout for enhanced living space.
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During a residential electric outage, motorhome owners need not remain in the dark.
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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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On May 3, 2014, the parking lot of the Ronald McDonald House in St. Louis, Missouri, buzzed with activity as cars, vans, and buses lined up for the 10th Annual Tab Top Pandemonium, which raises money for …
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It was a simple question: Does Lubbock, Texas, have an FMCA chapter? Gary Simmons, F316138, posed it at FMCA’s March 2004 international convention in Albuquerque …
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Harvey D. Lawrence, F7444, once a prolific technical writer for Family Motor Coaching magazine, passed away on May 9, 2014, at his home in Princeton, Kentucky.
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Bobby Donald, F107800, died July 7, 2014, at the age of 79. Bobby served FMCA as national vice president, Western Area, from 2008 to 2012 and in many other capacities through the years.
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Stainless-Steel Screws
As the years went by, I noticed that many of the exterior screws on our motorhome had begun to rust, with several of them corroding away to nothing. To solve this problem … -
Some Battery Basics
Dear RV Doctor:
I am getting ready to purchase new batteries for my coach. I remember you saying in your seminar that it is possible to determine the amp-hour rating for any battery by … -
Allied Recreation Group Inc. has announced two recalls, both involving seat belts. The first is NHTSA recall 14V330000, which involves certain model-year 2013-2014 American Coach-brand …
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LED Upgrading
I have a 2001 Monaco Windsor, and I am interested in replacing the exterior lighting with LEDs. I would prefer to do the installation myself, if possible. Can you give me any advice on the selection … -
Corrections
As a result of a production error, the article “Take A Train To The Beach” story (page 66) in the August issue was missing some text. -
It is hard to believe the end of the summer is upon us and children are heading back to school. For FMCA members Ernie and Wendy Mayo, F374696, the school year means …
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Well, it’s that time again — time to bring you up-to-date on our activities. As I write this, we have just departed Essex Junction, Vermont, for the Northeast Area rally (more about that later).
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Stops near Interstate 80 reveal the pioneer lifestyle, the Lincoln Highway, and more modern cultural history.
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Auto racing, hiking, and wine-tasting are just the beginning of many things to do and see in this popular area.
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Being active and adopting smarter food choices can produce invaluable benefits.
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This venerable model, part of the popular Holiday Rambler pedigree, returns to the motorhome marketplace for 2015.
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Window Defogging In Florida
After twice going through a “repair” and still having fogged windows return in our motorhome, we finally found Darren Thomas Glass Co. in Sebring, Florida. They replaced our … -
Normal for me changed the weekend after Memorial Day. You see, my son gave my wife, my daughter, and me a Christmas “gift” of participating in a Warrior Dash. “What is that?” you may ask. It’s three miles of …
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Travel to British Columbia’s capital city and beyond to experience all sorts of outdoor wonders.
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Visiting California’s Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is even more fun when you arrive via rail.
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PulseTech’s four-station charging kit maintains up to four 12-volt lead-acid batteries at once.
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Extend the life of your motorhome batteries by learning how they function and what steps to take to keep them in optimal working condition.
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The title of this month’s column could be “Tightwad Charlie.” I think you will understand why when I finish my story. I am almost too embarrassed to admit to this latest bonehead move, but I will, and maybe you will get a chuckle out of it.
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Mouthwatering options abound even when you step out of the galley and into the great outdoors.
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The Wendlands travel 4,000 miles along the Great Lakes and explore areas rich in history and natural beauty.
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Habitat For Humanity’s RV-Related Program Celebrates 25 Years
Habitat for Humanity honored the 25th anniversary of the RV Care-A-Vanner program with a celebration build and rally in Springfield, Missouri, April 21 through May 4, 2014. -
Cleaning Brush
Any old brush won’t do when it comes to cleaning the exterior of a motorhome. Mr. LongArm says its Very Soft Regular Flow-Thru Brush works great on … -
Type A, Type B, or Type C motorhome: what’s your preference, and why?
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Whether full-timer motorhome owners admit it or not, we all have been humbled by experiences we didn’t expect. Even seasoned travelers and veteran RVers encounter a learning curve.