 
RV Traveler #37
December 1, 2002
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FROM CHUCK WOODBURY
editor, http://www.RVtraveler.com
Welcome to the 37th edition of the RV Traveler Newsletter,
brought to you every Sunday by a guy named Chuck who believes
that "enough is enough," and the bumper sticker "We're spending
our children's inheritance" should be outlawed.
A news item caught my eye the other day about a Canadian company
that has introduced a 21-foot Class B motorhome with a
Mercedes-Benz diesel engine. Leisure Travel Vans' 2003 Free Spirit
is equipped with a turbocharged 2.7-liter, five-cylinder, 154-hp
Mercedes diesel engine that is said to get 22 miles per gallon. It's
the first motorhome in North America based on the Mercedes-Benz
diesel-powered Sprinter van chassis, retailing for $72,000. I spent
a few weeks last year exploring New Zealand in a similar motorhome,
also with a Mercedes diesel engine. It was a smooth-running, peppy
little rig that did not like stopping for fuel. What a shock that was
after years of driving American motorhomes with their big thirsts.
This new rig may be worth investigating for anyone who doesn't need
much space, and who enjoys lots of miles between petrol stops.
NEW OR OF SPECIAL INTEREST IN OUR BOOKSTORE. . .
PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFT FOR THE RVer: Our book "RVs and Campers:
1900-2000, an Illustrated History" is the perfect holiday gift for an RVer.
On special. Save 30%. Read more and/or order
VIDEO: RENTING AN RV: If you plan to rent a Class C motorhome,
learn everything you need to know about driving it, operating
everything and campgrounds. Learn before you go, not as you go.
And now, more news and information. . .
RV FINANCING. GET A QUICK QUOTE
Financial Underwriters Network provides exceptional customer service
and exceptional interest rates. Get a quick online quote and caring service.
ALTERNATIVE HEAT SOURCES FOR AN RV
All but the smallest RVs come equipped with a built-in ducted
propane furnace. Yet a growing minority of RVers rarely use
this furnace, opting for alternate forms of heat. Here's a
detailed article that explains the reasons for alternate heating
systems and whether one is right for you.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association estimates there are
as many as 30 million RV enthusiasts in the U.S., including renters.
THESE RVers ARE HAMS
. . . as in Ham radio operators. Learn where they are now and
everything you ever wanted or needed to know about ham radio
and RVing. Read more.
HOW TO BUILD AN RV RAIN GUTTER
If you're tired of black streaks and water running down your
RV's windows when it rains, you may want to install a low-cost
gutter. Here's how.
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HUNDREDS OF RECIPES TO PREPARE IN YOUR RV
Here's a long list of great recipes perfect for RVing.
TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
This is a gigantic resource! Prepare to spend a while at this hugely
helpful website.
HOME VIDEOS ABOUT RVing IN ALASKA AND CANADA
Alaska By RV, Western Canada By RV, Eastern Canada By RV:
http://www.RVbookstore.com/howens.html
YOU BE THE JUDGE: WHAT CAUSED THIS RV ACCIDENT?
A big rig truck meets up with a motorhome towing a Jeep. The
truck swerves into the wrong lane, the motorhome driver
reacts. The result: disaster for the RV. So what went wrong?
Read the facts, then make your decision.
SUBSCRIBE TO THESE RV MAGAZINES. Best prices:
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ALL ABOUT WINNEBAGO
If you own or plan to own an RV from Winnebago Industries, the
company's website has a wealth of information including virtual
tours of each model.
CLUB FOR DISCOVERY MOTORHOME OWNERS
Wow! This website has a lot of information. If you own one of
these rigs, you need to take a cybertrip here:
FLORIDA TRAVELERS AND BABY ALLIGATORS
If you travel in Florida you will likely see an alligator. But if you
find a baby one, don't take it home. It's against the law. But
what about buying one from a pet store? Good idea or not? Find out
CAMPING NEAR DISNEYWORLD
FLORIDA'S HIGH POINT
You don't need your hiking books to scale the highest point in Florida.
What's the elevation of this landmark location? Take a guess:
A) 15 feet, B) 345 feet, C) 670 feet
Learn the answer and see a picture of the high point below.
RV HOW-TO ADVICE IN BRIEF
TOWING A DINGHY BEHIND A MOTORHOME
RV TRAVEL WITH A CAT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT COLEMAN POP UP TRAILERS
FULLTIME RVING WITH CHILDREN
CARING FOR A RUBBER ROOF
HOME VIDEOS HELP NEW RV OWNERS LEARN TO USE THEIR RIGS
RV Education 101 presents two videos on how to operate everything
on a motorhome or trailer/fifth wheel. Each VHS video is 75-minutes
long and very useful to anyone new to RVing. Read more or order at
http://www.NewRVer.com/RV101.html
Pop Up Trailer Video: Learn how to operate your pop up trailer.
http://www.newrver.com/popupvideo.html
FREE RV PARK
The Duchesne, Utah Fairgrounds offers a free stay for up to 48 hours.
Turn south off U.S. 40 on Center Street to the fairgrounds. No water
or dump. Beautiful paved "River Walk" nearby. Submitted by Don Blake.
Find more free camping places.
BUMPER SNICKER
"Don't run your fingers over my RV and I won't run my RV over your
fingers." Submitted by a reader named Norm. Have you seen a good
bumper sticker? Email it to Chuck Woodbury at outwest@seanet.com
Best-selling books and videos about RVing
VIDEO: HOW TO WINTERIZE YOUR RV
A step by step VHS video guide.
HOW TO LIVE ABOARD YOUR RV
How do you become a full-time RVer? Here's a fabulous book with the answers.
HOW TO GET PAID $50,000 A YEAR TO DELIVER MOTORHOMES
SUPPORT YOUR RV LIFESTYLE:
AN INSIDER'S GUIDE TO WORKING ON THE ROAD
A superb guide about find work as your travel by RV
VIDEO: TOP 40 RV CAMPING TIPS
RV experts Joe and Vicki Kieva reveal some very clever
ideas to save RVers time, money and hassles.
DON WRIGHT'S GUIDE TO FREE CAMPGROUNDS
Don Wright's long-awaited 2002 Free Campgrounds Directory is hot off
the press, this time in two editions, Eastern USA and Western USA. Lists all
free and inexpensive campgrounds including those far off the beaten path.
BIG RIGS BEST BETS CAMPGROUND DIRECTORY
A directory of campgrounds that accommodate large RVs.
YOUR HOME ON WHEELS
A wonderful book for new or aspiring full-time RVers:
THE MILEPOST
The best guidebook to driving to and in Alaska.
MOUNTAIN PASS GUIDE, WEST AND EAST EDITIONS
Ever get surprised by a steep or narrow road on a mountain pass?
Don't be surprised again. These guides tell you everything you need to
know about driving over 700 mountain passes in the USA.
SPECIAL LOW PRICE: BUREAU OF RECLAMATION LAKES GUIDE.
Learn what to see and do at 250 lakes in the West and Midwest.
Most of these areas have low-cost campgrounds. Only $7.95
HOW TO LIVE FULL-TIME IN A RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (ebook)
2003 TRAILER LIFE CAMPGROUND DIRECTORY. 50% OFF
RVs AND CAMPERS: 1900-2000, An Illustrated History:
A wonderful book with wonderful, historic photos of early RVs.
The perfect gift for the RVer.
MORE BOOKS, VIDEOS AND OTHER RV GOODIES
VISIT GEORGIA'S STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain, located 16 miles east of Atlanta, Georgia, and covering
583 acres, is the largest isolated body of exposed granite in the world.
And it has a campground, too! Learn more.
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BREAKING NEWS
These articles were available when this email newsletter was issued.
HAIRCUTS TO GO AT RV BARBERSHIP
MOTORHOME FIRE KILLS TWO BOYS
HITTING THE ROAD IN A "TURNPIKE PALACE"
FEWER RVers TRAVELED TO ALASKA LAST SUMMER
ONE PERCENT OF BABIES IN WOMB INVOLVED IN CAR CRASHES
THOR SALES TRIPLE
RVer SAYS HE CAN PULL VINTAGE AIRSTREAM WITH BICYCLE
WORKHORSE TO SPONSOR RACING WEEKEND
POPULAR ESCAPEE CLUB LOCALE DEVASTATED BY TORNADO
FLEETWOOD A SLEEPING GIANT?
MISSOURI COUPLE COMBINES BUSINESS WITH RV TRAVEL
FLORIDA RV DEALER EXPECTS TO HIT $650 MILLION ANNUAL SALES
MORE NEWS ABOUT RVing
CAMPGROUND TRAIN STATION
The KOA campground in Willits, Calif., may be the only RV park in
America with its own train station. The Skunk Train passes
by each day, stopping when a camper wants to get on or off. Read
more about the Skunk Train.
RV JOKE
Joe and Ed, both from Duluth, Minnesota, were standing in the
shallow end of a swimming pool at the Fountain of Youth RV Park
at California's Salton Sea, discussing how happy they were to
be in sunny California rather than being back in frigid Minnesota.
As they were talking, Ed noticed something funny about his friend's
ear. "Joe," he said, "do you know you've got a suppository in your
left ear?" Startled, Joe replied, "I have a suppository in my ear??"
"That's right," said Ed, "you have a suppository in your ear." Joe
immediately pulled it out, then said, "Thanks, buddy. I'm glad you saw
this thing. Now I know where I put my hearing aid."
More RV jokes.
RV INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
RV CLASSIFIEDS
INFLATABLE BOATS FOR RVers:
Don't tow a boat. Pump one up! Easy storage in your RV!
http://www.newrver.com/boats.html
GUIDE TO RV CLUBS: http://www.newrver.com/clubs.html
RECIPES FOR RVers: Yum,Yum
eBAY MOTORS. Buy or sell an RV or just browse.
http://www.qksrv.net/click-245985-2031556
RV RECALLS
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/Index.cfm
LIVE RENT-FREE AS A CARETAKER
http://www.outwestnewspaper.com/caretaker.html
UPCOMING RV SHOWS, RALLIES, SEMINARS
Colorado RV Adventure Travel Show, Jan. 2-5, Denver
MACO RV and Camping Show, Jan. 3-5, Malborough, Mass.
Manufacturers RV Show and Sale, Jan. 3-12, Pleasanton, Calif.
20th Annual Quartzsite (Ariz.) Vacation and RV Show, Jan. 18-26
Canada RV Shows:
WORTH PONDERING:
"You are younger today than you will ever be again. Make use of
it for the sake of tomorrow."
-- Anon.
RANDOM RV THOUGHT
"The amount of difficulty backing your trailer/fifth wheel into its
spot increases exponentially by the number of fellow RVers watching
you." Submitted by Jim Schrankel. Do you have a Random RV
Thought? Email it to Chuck Woodbury at outwest@seanet.com
TRIVIA ANSWER
The highest point in Florida is "atop" 345-foot Britton Hill. Learn
more and see a photo.
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This newsletter is copyrighted 2002 by Chuck Woodbury. You may
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