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September 2014

September 2014

  • Tech Talk: September 2014

    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 …

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  • Readers’ Forum: September

    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.

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  • Executive Director’s Commentary: All Roads Lead To Learning

    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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  • President’s Message: The Mechanics Of Making Memories

    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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  • Frontiers In Central Nebraska

    Stops near Interstate 80 reveal the pioneer lifestyle, the Lincoln Highway, and more modern cultural history.

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  • New York’s Lively, Lovely Finger Lakes

    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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  • Happier, Healthier On The Road

    Being active and adopting smarter food choices can produce invaluable benefits.

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  • Holiday Rambler Ambassador

    This venerable model, part of the popular Holiday Rambler pedigree, returns to the motorhome marketplace for 2015.

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  • Safe And Secure

    A few smart tips to keep your motorhome safe and to prevent break-ins.

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  • Family and Friends: Gateway Getaways Chapter Donates to Ronald McDonald House

    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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  • Family and Friends: Cotton Country Travelers Mark 10th Anniversary

    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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  • Family and Friends: Harvey Lawrence Imparted Technical Knowledge In FMC

    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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  • Family and Friends: Bobby Donald: A Man Of Many Interests

    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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  • Tech and Travel Tips: September 2014

    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 …

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  • House Calls: September 2014

    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 …

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  • Recall Corner: September 2014

    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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  • President’s Message: An Expensive Way To Save

    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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  • Rear View: September 2014

    Describe an unusual activity you tried on a motorhome trip.

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  • Cooking On The Go: Campfire Creations

    Mouthwatering options abound even when you step out of the galley and into the great outdoors.

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  • Open Mike: Life’s Fine On The Shoreline

    The Wendlands travel 4,000 miles along the Great Lakes and explore areas rich in history and natural beauty.

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  • RV News: September 2014

    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.

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  • RV Products: September 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 …

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