Thor Industries Inc. has announced NHTSA recall 10V268000, which affects some 2009 through 2011 model year Four Winds International Freedom Elite 21C Type C motorhomes built from February 2009 through May 2010. The potential number of motorhomes involved is 415.
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Coach-Net Is There For Us
Dear Editor:
Coach-Net Emergency Roadside Assistance came to the rescue again! We can say only good things about this emergency road service for RVers.
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“Hey! You in there?†My work at the computer was put on hold by a voice from the past. I know that voice, I thought to myself as I went to open the screen door on my motorhome.
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Stalling Problem
I have a 2000 Pace Arrow Vision with 28,000 miles on the Ford V-10 engine. I occasionally have trouble keeping the engine running after starting it.
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Those attending the “Redmond Rocks! Feel The Excitement!†convention, August 11 through 14, 2010, at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center in Redmond, Oregon, will have plenty of opportunities to expand their knowledge of the RV lifestyle.
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Whether you recite Shakespearean sonnets as you drive along the road or are glad to have left the old bard back in high school, Southern Oregon, home of the internationally famous Oregon Shakespeare Festival, can offer you a great variety of entertainment.
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We had no previous motorhoming experience when we bought our first coach in 2006, a 39-foot Fleetwood Excursion with a full-length slideout. Our objective was to see the USA with our nine grandchildren.
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Sports-theme puzzles and games — for kids of all ages — that will make the miles fly by. Two-page section includes the Soccer Locker word search, Game On scrambled words, and Play Ball picture differences.
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What follows is an explanation of the different types of leveling systems and components available, how they operate, and some tips on how to keep them working properly.
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Part 3 of the series examines disturbances in the power supply grid that could be delivered through the campground pedestal into your motorhome’s 120-volt-AC system, potentially causing damage to the electrical components in your RV.
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It may be hard to find many good things that came about as a result of the 2008-2009 recession, but the Serrano motorhome certainly is one of them.
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The following recipes were chosen for their Cajun connection and because they are chic, but simple, for the motor coach cook.
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Just like us, wild critters need a safe location to live and raise a family. Many small birds and mammals solve the dilemma by choosing a home built by the master carpenters of the bird world, the woodpeckers.
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Winnebago Industries Introduces Ability Equipped ERA
Winnebago Industries Inc. has developed a floor plan for its fuel-efficient ERA Type B motorhome that is designed to accommodate RVers with special physical needs.
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Fish-Cleaning Board
Make cleaning your fresh fish easier with The Gator by Kelpro, a fish-cleaning and filleting board.
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Jean Richter, L1, the wife of FMCA’s first national president, Bob Richter, and a major contributor to the formation and growth of Family Motor Coach Association during its early years, passed away at her home in Hanson, Massachusetts, on April 12, 2010.
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Freezer Defrost
Our motorhome refrigerator defrosts itself with no problem, but the freezer section does not.
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Sodden Slideout Situation
Dear RV Doctor:
We purchased a 2004 motorhome three months ago. From the moment we got it, the slideout has leaked. It has leaked so badly that the wood trim around the interior of the slideout has all been removed because of mold, and the laminate on the dinette table is buckled. -
Engine Malfunction
We have a 2005 Bounder 32W with a Ford Triton V-10 engine. On a recent trip to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the engine malfunctioned and the motorhome had to be towed to a Ford dealer in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania. The problem turned out to be a wet air filter, which got sucked inside out.
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Fleetwood RV Inc. has announced NHTSA recall 10V224000, which involves 2009 Jamboree Sport model 31N, and 2010 Jamboree, Jamboree Sport, Tioga, Encounter model 32BH, and Tioga Ranger model 31N Type A and Type C motorhomes built April 23, 2009, through March 17, 2010.
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Cover Coaches Identified
Dear Editor:
The photo on the cover of the May 2010 issue shows four coaches lined up at FMCA’s Albuquerque international convention last March. We can give you details about three of these motorhomes. -
It dawned on me that whoever you are, wherever you are, whether you have rented an RV for the weekend or have had one for a while, and whether you have been introduced to this lifestyle through a friend or acquaintance, you are involved in a unique form of enjoyment that many people only dream about.
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FMCA’s national treasurer, Wil Young, reports on the financial status of FMCA. He reviews revenues and expenses for 2009, and also discusses the association’s investment portfolio. Treasurer’s Comments includes a…
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What’s the best Italian restaurant you’ve discovered in your motorhome travels that you would recommend to other RVers?
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Whether you stop for the architecture, the antiques, or just for the stories of earlier times, here are some places where you can learn about early American life.
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Read the fine print; you get what you pay for; know your rights. When it comes to service contracts for your motorhome and its components, you likely have heard all the warnings. Before you buy or renew a service contract, here are some things to keep in mind.
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Alaska Travel Planner
The 62nd edition of The Milepost ($29.95 U.S., $34.95 Canadian; Morris Communications) is now available for travelers planning or about to embark on a motorhome journey to Alaska. -
Tow Bar Device
The Quiet Hitch (model 061) from Roadmaster Inc. is an antirattle ring designed to eliminate the noise and vibration that can occur when the tow bar is connected to the motorhome.
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The Gateway Getaways chapter spent four days at the Covered Bridge Festival in Parke County, Indiana, October 13 through 16, 2009. Each year the festival begins the second Friday of October and runs for 10 days.
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Leaf Indicators
Every time we put our table leaf back in, we had to figure out which side went where. So, we used a black marker to mark the prongs on the table as well as the corresponding prongs on the leaf.
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Boiled Batteries
Dear RV Doctor:
I just bought a used motorhome equipped with dual auxiliary batteries. I used my voltmeter to test them and got a reading of only 8.5 volts. When I checked the cells I found they all were almost dry. -
Anti-Ant Attack
Regarding the “Ant Infestation” letter in the August 2009 Tech Talk column (page 20), we have on several occasions also been infested with ants.
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Another Nostalgic Note
Dear Editor:
In regard to the cover of the January 2010 issue of FMC, the first motorhome in line on the left is a Traveliner that was owned by Vic and Vi White. They were from Australia . . . -
I was sitting talking with a few FMCA members about the “old†days. You know, way back when I was little. I reminisced about how many times as a commercial pilot I had flown across this country, both in daylight and darkness.
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This three-part series examines the intricacies and safety issues that relate to a motorhome’s 120-volt-AC electrical systems, and provides information about how to protect individuals and the motorhome when this electric source is being utilized. Part 2 examines safety precautions and necessary tests along the route of electric from the pedestal to the distribution panelboard, as well as generator and inverter output testing.
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Diamonds in Arkansas? Well, I suspect that Little Rock was named for a different kind of stone, but, yes, there are diamonds in Arkansas just as certainly as there are palm trees in Florida.
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Let your mind wander back to those carefree days when you played in a sandbox filled to the brim. Remember the smiles? Now, fast-forward to the south-central Oregon coast, where you can supersize that fun at Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.
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The evening entertainment lineup for FMCA’s 84th International Convention, August 11 through 14, 2010, at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, features three performances that are sure to make nighttime the right time for excitement during your stay.
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Having lived and worked aboard a 2007 Monaco Cayman for a year, I am definitely into the familiar stage with this particular model. So, it felt a bit like visiting an old flame when I traveled to Monaco RV headquarters in Coburg, Oregon, to check out the latest 2011 Cayman model.
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Many motorhome owners find it convenient to communicate with fellow travelers using two-way radios, which offer some advantages over cell phones and CB radios.
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Montana’s Anaconda-Pintler Scenic Highway is a perfect example of why RVers should get off the interstates and see the “real†country. Officially designated State Route 1, this byway in western Montana, between Missoula and Butte, will lead you to impressive views; tranquil scenery; a mountain grade alongside a rushing, tumbling stream…
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While driving through Central Oregon, one look out the window reveals why motorhomers will flock there for a fourth time to attend an FMCA international convention this summer. Old lava flows, broad deserts, and rushing rivers leave spectacular sights in their wake.
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Ah, the joy of being able to take a motorhome where most other motorhomes can only dream of going! Such is possible with the versatility and ease of handling of a Roadtrek Type B motorhome, the best-selling Type B since 1990.
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The snowcapped Sandia Mountains provided a beautiful backdrop for thousands of motorhomers who funneled into Albuquerque, New Mexico, for FMCA’s 83rd International Convention, March 22 through 25, 2010.
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Understanding the operation and components of the motorhome’s 120-volt-ACÂ systems can help you to avoid potentially dangerous electrical problems.
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From floods to fires, the FMCA Motorhome & Auto Insurance Plan experts have seen it all. However, every year there are five types of RV claims that seem to recur most often. Check out these top five RVing mishaps and tips on how to avoid them. You might save much more than just your vacation!
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As spring and summer spread over the land, RV travelers look for farm markets along country byways. We gather sheaves of leaf lettuce, radiant radishes, and plump peas in the pod. We love the festival mood at market days in colorful villages.
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Throughout our many years of travel, we’ve always enjoyed foraging for wild foods — often native plants, but sometimes escapees from civilization (just like us). In order to safely eat plants that others might simply consider part of the scenery, we’ve given ourselves a crash course in botany…