2018

A look at this Type C motorhome model and the 37BH HD floor plan in particular. By Robbin Gould Editor October 2018 Star Wars movie fans know the famous line,…

By Gary Bunzer Technical Editor October 2018 Saggy Roof My RV roof leaks in several places, and the roof has sagged around the air conditioner. While surveying the damage, I…

The company’s top-of-the-line Airstream Classic 33 travel trailer offers a timeless look and modern amenities. By Lazelle Jones October 2018 Airstream Inc. has been building travel trailers in Jackson Center,…

Pets Pet Protection Although many of us enjoy having our furry friends sit with us or roam free during travel, a sudden stop could send them flying. Whether you own…

By John Johnston| Associate Editor Portable Pickleball Net Pickleball players should be pleased about this new product. SwiftNet is a portable pickleball net system from Pickleball Central. According to the…

Towed-vehicle equipment choices consist of a trailer, a tow dolly, or a four-wheels-down setup with a tow bar and baseplate. By Mark Quasius, F333630 October 2018 Motorhomes are a great…

Pet Policy I recall a notice that there would be a Garth Brooks tribute concert at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park and Campground, profiled in the August “Livin’ The…

FMCA Has Talent And we want to tap into it! Read on to learn more. FMCA National President Jon Walker, F268778 jwalker@fmca.com October marks the time of the year when…

Cheers for Oktoberfest, and to the RVers who put it on! By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor October 2018 The original Oktoberfest takes place in Munich, Germany, usually from the third…

These legendary recreation vehicles have inspired generations of travelers. Compiled by Pamela Kay Director of Communications, Publishing October 2018 It’s quite fitting that Wally Byam, the man responsible for creating…

Two chapter members served as FMCA national president. By Sherry Andrus, F47855 October 2018 Rollin’ Okies members gathered in Grove, Oklahoma, from May 30 to June 2, 2018, to celebrate…

September 2018 Members of the Kentuckiana Travelers marked the chapter’s 25th anniversary with an April 2018 rally at Elkhorn Campground in Frankfort, Kentucky. The anniversary certificate was presented by William…

Campground Spotlight Expanding Florida Campground Welcomes Winter Rallies RVing and Florida and winter — they go together. So much that most Florida campgrounds can’t keep up with the demand. Among…

Excitement In Wyoming! A fun-filled event; some unwind time; new FMCA members recruited; and friends old and new who came to the rescue. National President Jon & Sondra Walker, F268778…

Newmar Motorhome Featured At White House Made In America Event President Donald Trump, Vice President Mike Pence, and other administration officials toured a 2019 Newmar London Aire diesel motorhome on…

By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor September 2018 Engine Battery Dies I have a 2005 Georgie Boy Cruise Master motorhome on a Workhorse W-22 chassis with an 8.1-liter Vortec engine. When the…

Checking RV antifreeze and battery state of charge is simple with this handy device. By Mark Quasius, F333630 September 2018 A refractometer is a compact, inexpensive device that measures the…

Suspension System Roadmaster’s Comfort Ride suspension system for travel trailers and fifth-wheels is designed to significantly reduce problems such as “axle roll-up,” which occurs during braking when the rear tires…

The Door County peninsula takes variety to a new level, practically defining the phrase “something for everyone.” By Diane Morey Sitton September 2018 Where else but in Door County, Wisconsin,…

                    Share your favorite travel photos.  Great scenery. Unusual sites. Pet poses. RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@fmca.com;…

From humble beginnings on the family farm to becoming a subsidiary of one of the world’s largest RV manufacturers, the company continues to spread its wings and to emphasize family…

By Janet Groene, F47166 September 2018 These versatile, easy-to-prepare dishes can be ladled over a base of your choice. Every RV cook knows the scenario. You finish hooking up in…

For more than 25 years, the former New Jersey state fairgrounds has been home to Grounds For Sculpture, an outdoor art showcase. By Sally B. Weigand September 2018 It’s a…

Eastern Washington RVers who know where the fun is. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor September 2018 How It Began The Columbia Basin Cruisers chapter started with one couple’s desire to…

This fall, you may find your favorite RV park has turned into a Halloween haven. By Jeff Crider September 2018 It wouldn’t be a stretch to say that Elaine Baptista…

Members gathered in Kerrville, Texas, for rally. By Bill Mahaffey, F384260 September 2018 Great weather, a great location, and great friends made for an outstanding rally when WesTex members gathered…

Level Sites Wanted We have just logged 120,000 miles on our 40-foot 2001 Monaco Diplomat motorhome (our second RV). We have a request for RV park owners: Give RVers pull-through,…

Bill and Julie Bannister, F480763. Answers by Julie. September 2018 Occupations: Bill is a musician and a veteran of the U.S. Navy and Kansas Army National Guard. Julie is a…

A bond that began at an FMCA gathering blossomed into a lasting relationship. By John Johnston, Associate Editor September 2018 Something special happened at FMCA’s 1982 summer convention, which took…

Targeted to RVers looking for an entry-level diesel pusher motorhome, this new offering boasts a raised-rail chassis designed in partnership with Spartan Motors. By Mark Quasius, F333630 September 2018 The…

Everything you need to know to get started, including installation options, connections, and product suppliers. By Mark Quasius, F333630 September 2018 To be legal, as well as safe, a vehicle…

Growing chapter encourages owners of towable RVs to join. By Jeannie Carey, F384182 September 2018 Members of the Arkansas Travelers celebrated the chapter’s 45th anniversary with a rally June 5…

By John Johnston, Associate Editor Step Covers RV steps take a beating; they’re walked on and rained on and susceptible to rust. If repainting them has become a tiresome ritual,…

Vehicle inspections, driving tactics, and other tips to help reduce the chances of an overheated engine in motorhomes and trailer-towing vehicles. By Steve Froese, F276276 August 2018 Today’s diesel-pusher motorhomes…

Roomy and residential, this new entry-level travel trailer from Grand Design RV comes in three floor plans for family-friendly — even full-time — travel. By Robbin Gould, Editor In a…

Natural Night By the time August arrives in North America, many of us feel cheated. What happened to our long summer days? We sigh as we turn outside lights on…

Chapter members are dedicated to preserving classic GMC motorhomes. By Russell Keith, F460756 August 2018 The GMC Sunshine Statesmen chapter officially turned 40 a year ago, on July 28, 2017.…

This diesel-powered Type A motorhome, part of the Newmar Mobility Lineup, features the company’s latest wheelchair-accessible floor plan. By Mark Quasius, F333630 August 2018 It’s no secret that RVing is…

An FMCA couple’s avocation allows them an insider’s view of filmmaking. By John Johnston, Associate Editor August 2018 Paul and Randa Silva, F349302, often have stars in their eyes. As…

The ruins of a remote mining operation in Montana reveal great ambitions. By Mary Taylor Coolidge, a mining town in southwestern Montana, once had electricity, telephone service, a school district,…

By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor August 2018 Supplemental DOT Cylinder I have an older Phoenix Cruiser motorhome with a 42-pound ASME propane tank that supplies the whole motorhome. I added…

Bowlus Road Chief LLC Offers Two Trailer Models This past February, a Bowlus Road Chief travel trailer appeared in a Super Bowl TV ad for website builder Squarespace. As a…

Fire Extinguisher Recall The recall of millions of Kidde fire extinguishers has been widely reported, including in this magazine, but it bears repeating. The recall involves 134 models of Kidde…

A Cool Tip Speaking of a “Scalding Moment” (“RV Doctor,” June 2018, page 16), another option for avoiding too much heat from the shower water is to put the showerhead…

Nick and Peggy Peterson, F482755. Answers by Nick. Occupations: Nick is retired from the Navy and works for a construction consulting firm. Peggy works for an insurance company. Home: Oviedo,…

So Cool mountains and warm friendships have marked this chapter’s past 25 years. By Ted Barrett, F276268 August 2018 When the Georgia Mountaineers chapter was chartered in 1993, members came…

Faced with events that pointed to the brevity of life, photographer and writer Dawn Wilson bought an RV and launched a quest to enjoy our “beautiful world.” By Kerrie Flanagan…

A dedicated RV receptacle offers convenience and ample electricity. By Bill Trimmer, F439193 August 2018 Maybe you park your RV at home just to load or unload, or perhaps you…