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What one thing would you change about your motorhome if you could, and why?
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One fire, one pan, and a few minutes of quick cooking add up to fast and healthful meals in many places around the world. That’s why I keep stir-fry recipes handy in my 21-foot Type C motorhome. And it’s why, for many of us, steel woks are on the must-have list.Use a wok to prepare delicious, healthful dishes in minutes.
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Hymer Aktiv Displayed At New York ShowThe Hymer Aktiv, a Type B motorhome from Erwin Hymer Group North America, made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show in late March and early April.
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MiniShockles, from Davis Instruments, have been described as bungee cords on steroids. In other words, they’re touted as a stronger alternative for holding gear securely in place.Members of the Converted Coach chapter got an early start to the group’s 40th anniversary celebration by donning their anniversary T-shirts and posing for a photo during a July 23-26, 2015, rally.When a chapter convenes its 20th anniversary rally just before Thanksgiving, members have more than one reason to celebrate. Such was the case when members of the Gulf Coast Pelicans chapter gathered from November 19-22, 2015, at Upriver RV Resort in North Fort Myers, Florida.Members of FMCA’s Amateur Radio chapter found much to see and do in Livingston Parish, Louisiana, during the chapter’s 2015 fall rally. It was held November 5-9, 2015, at Lakeside RV Park, just south of the town of Livingston, the parish seat. Members in 18 coaches attended.
West Springfield, Massachusetts, site of FMCA’s next Family Reunion & Motorhome Showcase, awaits discovery.
Thermostat AccessI have a 1999 Newmar Mountain Aire with dual roof air conditioners. My LCD thermostat is over the door, which makes it hard to reach and to see. I have to shine a flashlight on the display as I change settings on the controller, and I must push two buttons simultaneously to change zones.Cable ConfusionDear RV Doctor:More than a year ago, we purchased a 2006 Fleetwood Excursion. It had battery issues when we bought it, but everything worked. The house battery is wired according to a diagram from one of your seminars. However, we’re not sure where one red cable should be connected on the house battery terminals.Motorhomers made merry at FMCA’s 93rd Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase.
The following companies have recalls delineated in this month's Recall Corner: Daimler Trucks North America LLC, Forest River,Thor Motor Coach, Universal Trailer Corporation, Winnebago Industries.The spouses who created The Fit RV are helping motorhomers to age well.
Painting A Propane TankI look forward to receiving Family Motor Coaching magazine every month. I always learn a lot from your column and very seldom question your answers, but this time . . . oops.RVers can hit the trail with backpacking gear that lessens the load.
Subaru Flat-Towing Comes Into QuestionFamily Motor Coaching magazine has published its annual Towables Guide since 1999, and each year, the list of vehicles that can be towed four wheels down behind a motorhome has included various Subaru models that are equipped with a manual transmission. …Recently, FMC heard from several FMCA members who were told by Subaru employees that Subarus should not be flat towed behind a motorhome.History is alive at this Spanish colonial haven near Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Hello, My Fellow FMCA Family. Gloria and I recently spent time at Happy Trails Resort in Surprise, Arizona, catching our breath and getting plenty of rest. We accomplished both and feel much better. We were there for a wonderful four weeks, during which time the temperature averaged about 70 degrees each day.Building upon Born Free’s heritage of motorhome engineering and design, this new model unites fuel economy, functionality, utility, and comfort.
What’s the ideal duration for a motorhome trip (weekend, week, season, etc.)?
So, in considering a Type B RV, what questions should be asked? To find out, we crowdsourced the topic, asking current Type B owners, members of our very active Roadtreking Facebook group.Thor Motor Coach Unveils New Venetian Floor PlanA third floor plan, the T42, is now available for the Venetian, the newest diesel motorhome from Thor Motor Coach. The T42 is the first Venetian model to offer a Freightliner XCR chassis with a tag axle.
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Arghhh! No, it’s not talk-like-a-pirate month. But you might hear that sound coming from people who struggle to open jar lids, screw tops, and pull tabs. The 5-in-1 Multi Kitchen Tool was made just for those folks.The River City Travelers chapter delivered dog food, leashes, cleaning products, and other supplies to Patriot Paws Service Dogs in November 2015. The chapter, based in the San Antonio, Texas, region, selected this organization as its 2015 Christmas project. RCT members collected supplies used in the care and training of the dogs and more than $500 in cash.
Dan Smith, L71987, who served as FMCA national vice president, Rocky Mountain Area, from 1989-1992, was 92 when he died January 7, 2016, in Mesa, Arizona. Virginia died in 2012.The Sierra Hi Rollers chapter was organized in 1990 to promote travel, information sharing, and fun for motorhome enthusiasts. The chapter’s 25th anniversary celebration on September 23, 2015, featured a gala dinner at Thunder Canyon, a golf and country club in Washoe Valley, Nevada.FMCA currently has eight Coaches for Christ chapters. Each functions independently, yet they share the common purpose of providing faith-based fellowship, spiritual encouragement, and prayer support. This is accomplished through meetings, rallies, websites, emails, and participation in FMCA morning devotionals.Never Lose A Hitch Pin I wanted a means of keeping my hitch pins and hardware together so that nothing gets lost. I obtained 1/8-inch stainless-steel cable, cut it…
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While draining my black-water tank, if I close the drain valve suddenly before the tank is empty, I hear a clanking noise from inside the tank. It sounds like something is floating loose and hitting the tank wall when the flow is stopped. This may have started during the winter.Water Tank SeepageAbout a year ago, I began noticing that when we are connected to city water, our onboard water tank slowly fills, even with all the gate valves properly positioned. Every two to three weeks I have to turn off city water and use the onboard water until the tank becomes mostly empty again.The following companies have recalls delineated in this month's Recall Corner: Forest River Inc., Gulf Stream Coach Inc., Newmar Corporation, Showhauler Trucks Inc., Winnebago Industries Inc.Regarding That “Perplexing” FurnaceDear Editor:The February 2016 issue’s “House Calls” column (page 20) covers a question titled “Perplexing Furnace Problem.” It includes a photo of a work light, and it’s suggested that one of these can keep a propane tank warm. This is a great idea, but . . .Speaking of fun times, I want to talk about a once-in-a-lifetime experience that Gloria and I had while we were still out West. One evening in January Gloria said to me, “We have been invited to go with the 4-Wheelers chapter for a ride in the desert at Quartzsite, Arizona.”
For us, RVing is the ultimate freedom. As RVers, we have visited every U.S. state, and every Canadian province and territory except Nunavut. We stood at the Arctic Circle with huge, fluffy snowflakes falling on our faces; walked ghost towns in New Mexico; watched wild horses run among the Carolina dunes ….
San Antonio is considered by many to be the most favored travel destination in the great big state of Texas. The city proudly showcases its past, even as it moves forward to its future. Approximately 30 million people arrive every year to explore the Alamo, stroll along the famed River Walk, shop at the largest Mexican market north of the border, dine in this fast-growing food mecca ….
Bucolic, quaint, charming . . . Petaluma, California, 40 miles north of San Francisco, has lots of descriptions. But as motorhomers, our favorite is “unexpected.” We could have seen most of the town in a day, but the relaxed pace of wandering its lovely streets, sampling its wares, and learning some history filled our need for a great getaway.
But long before they became motorhomers, the Bruckers often found themselves in unexpected places and situations, thanks to a shared passion for caving. Lynn borrows a line from “Star Trek” when she says caving offers the chance “to go where no man has ever gone before.”
For more than 45 years, Born Free Motorcoach, of Humboldt, Iowa, carved a niche in the recreation vehicle industry with its high-quality Type C Born Free motorhomes.
Whether the entertainment feed comes from an off-air broadcast antenna, through the campground’s cable TV connection, from a satellite antenna, or from a streaming wireless Internet connection, today’s high-tech systems can be a bit bewildering for RV owners. The following will help you understand the basics.
This new tag-axle model enhances the Berkshire line of luxury diesel pushers.
Describe a craft, hobby, activity, or sport you enjoy during a motorhome trip.When I camp at Fort Wilderness at Walt Disney World, some of the planet’s best chefs prepare my dinner order. Dine-out options at Fort Wilderness include a Disney character breakfast, a dinner show, and a casual restaurant. Dozens more Disney eateries can be reached via the resort’s free transportation network.
Every year is a learning experience. But for us, the past 12 months were like a graduate course. Looking back at the year, here are five of the most important things we learned from our travels.Jayco Unveils 2016 MelbourneJayco Inc. has introduced its 2016 Melbourne, a Type C motorhome built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 chassis. It’s powered by a V-6 turbo diesel engine with 188 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque.Collapsible BottleWe all know the importance of staying hydrated, but carrying a water bottle can be darn inconvenient. Inventor Niki Singlaub’s solution is a collapsible bottle called the Hydaway.Motorhomes have been a part of my family’s life for 45 years. And over that span of time, we often mixed business with pleasure.Motorhome owners who are not members of FMCA sometimes ask me why they should join. Maybe that can be answered by describing a recent rally of the Carolina Ramblers chapter. The location was special, but the rally itself was typical of those we have attended over the years.A new FMCA chapter can get its start in any number of ways. This is the story of a chapter that owes its existence to fun and games. Well, one game in particular.Shoe Storage
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