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RV Traveler #41
January 12, 2003

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FROM CHUCK WOODBURY
editor, http://www.RVtraveler.com

Welcome to Issue 41 of the RV Traveler Newsletter, the
world's largest e-publication about the greatest recreational
lifestyle. Did you know it would take more than two NBA basketball
arenas to seat the readers of just one issue of this newsletter?
It's true!

Most of us drive modest-sized RVs — the type that you camp with
in any campground big or small. While we don't "rough it" in
these units, we usually sacrifice at least a few creature comforts
of home. But a small percentage of RVers drive motor coaches the
size of Greyhound buses that offer virtually every luxury found
in a million dollar mansion. One of the newest offerings in this
super-size class of RVs is the 41-foot Travel Supreme ME diesel
pusher, which includes a rear end garage. To store a car, you simply
drive it onto the lip of a hydraulic ramp at which point the car is
automatically pulled into the womb-like storage area. See a
photo of the motorhome and a car being loaded.

SLIDEOUTS GALORE
Hot off the production line is the first five-slideout fifth wheel trailer,
a 36-footer from Carriage, Inc. Last year quad slideouts were the
rage. Want to bet that a six-slider is on the way?

VIDEO FOR NEW CLASS C MOTORHOME OWNERS
Mark Polk, the producer of the RV 101 series of home videos, just
released a Class C edition. Aimed at renters and novice owners of
Class C motorhomes, the video offers step-by-step instructions on
how to operate everything on the unit. Mark does a superb job of
explaining everything clearly, making this a terrific learning tool for
anyone new to Class C motorhomes. Read more about the
video.

And speaking of Mark Polk, see his RV Tech Tip in this issue and
watch for more in the weeks ahead.

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KEY WEST, FLORIDA OFFICIALS STRUGGLE WITH RV "SQUATTERS"
Every year during tourist season, hoards of RVers head to
Key West, Florida, where they hole up in the parking lots of local
shopping centers. Many of these RVers dump their waste tanks
in places where they shouldn't, and this has local officials worried.
Read more about this problem, and possible solutions:

RELATED HEADLINE: Planning needed for Key West RV vacation.

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QUARTZSITE RV SHOW COMING NEXT WEEK
The 20th annual Sports, Vacation and RV Show is coming
Jan. 18-26 to Quartzsite, Arizona. Quartzsite is the boondocking
capital of the world. Hundreds of thousands of RVers arrive each
winter to soak up the sun and browse through miles of flea markets.
Free camping is available on the federal lands that surround town.
Get more information on the show and Quartzsite, too.

Speaking of Quartzsite, read about the man buried in the local
cemetery who played an important role in the U.S. military's
Camel Corps:

See a 360-degree view of one of the freebie camping areas on
federal lands just outside the town of Quartzsite.

HOME VIDEOS ABOUT RVing IN ALASKA AND CANADA
Alaska By RV, Western Canada By RV, Eastern Canada By RV:
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A MOTORHOME PRIMER
Motorhomes are classified as type A, type B, type C or bus
conversions. All types enable travelers to go where they want,
when they want without giving up the comforts of home. And,
they offer a variety of features to suit different budgets and
lifestyles. But which one is right for you? Find out.

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ALASKA STATE CAPITAL MAY BE ACCESSIBLE BY ROAD
It may soon be easier to get to Alaska's capital city of Juneau.
State officials are considering building a road from Juneau to
Skagway. There is currently no road in or out of the capital city,
which lies along the Inland Passage in the far southeast panhandle
of the state. The only access now is by air or ferry.

INTERSTATE HIGHWAY FORECAST
Avoid bad driving conditions before heading out on your next trip.
Click here for the regional interstate forecast near you.

THE RV DOCTOR IS IN
In this installment of his long running series about RV technical issues
the RV doctor discusses problems with pilot lights, water pumps and
fifth wheel trailer tires.

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

Class C video
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BUMPER SNICKER
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FREE TRAVEL "BOOK"
The Texas State Travel Guide is more like a book than a guide. It's
huge —240 pages — and packed with useful information and beautiful
photos. If this were available in a bookstore, you'd pay $20 for it without
batting an eyelash. But it's not $20. It's free, compliments of the state
of Texas. Get it.

Best-selling books and videos about RVing

THE RVers BIBLE
Superb, bestseller reference, from buying an RV to using it.

2003 "RVer's FRIEND
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2003 GUIDE TO REST AREAS
Plus exits for Wal-Mart, Flying J, etc. Only $9.95

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.

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.
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Most of these areas have low-cost campgrounds. Only $7.95

THERE'S MORE TO LAS VEGAS THAN CASINOS
Actually, there's a lot more including many great activities well
suited to RVers. Read all about it.

"I USED TO LIVE IN A HOUSE"
A fulltime RVer writes about the time when she lived in a house
that didn't move and how her life is different now.

RV TECH TIP. By Mark Polk
What is the most critical, but least maintained component of
your RV? The tires! In almost all cases, tire failure can be
attributed to improper tire maintenance. The leading causes for
tire failure are overloading and under inflation. Tires are rated for
a maximum load capacity, but they can only support that capacity
if they are inflated to the proper air pressure. The COLD PSI
rating, on the sidewall of the tire, means if you inflate the tire
to the recommended PSI when the tire is COLD (before traveling)
it can support the maximum load capacity the tire is rated for.
Less air pressure equals lower load capacity. When you weigh your
LOADED RV you should weigh each individual tire, or set of tires.
If you weigh it by each axle, as opposed to each tire, it may not
exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) but can exceed a
tire rating without you knowing it!
Mark Polk is the producer of the video series RV Education 101.

UPCOMING RV SHOWS, RALLIES, SEMINARS
Pittsburgh RV Show, Jan. 11-19, Pittsburgh, Penn.
Central Indiana RV Show, Jan. 11-19, Indianapolis
Florida RV Supershow, Jan. 14-19, Tampa
Greater Philadelphia Sport, Travel & Outdoor Show, Jan. 15-19
Minnesota Sportsmen's Boat, Camping & Vacation Show,
Jan. 15-19, Minneapolis
Chicagoland Fishing, Hunting, Travel & Outdoors Show,
Jan. 15-19, Rosemont, Illinois
St. Louis RV, Camping & Travel Show, Jan. 16-10, St Louis
Dayton RV Extravaganza, Jan. 17-19, 24-26, Dayton, Ohio
New Jersey Trailer & Camping Show, Jan. 17-19, Edison
Sports, Vacation and RV Show, Jan. 18-26, Quartzsite, Ariz.
NE Camping & RV Show, Jan. 18-26, Boston
FMCA International Convention, March 21-23, Pomona, Calif.
Canada RV Shows:

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