The RV Trivia 4 - Destinations and Attractions

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Factory Service May Be The Answer

The Lug_Nut view. Motorized recreational vehicles are not a daily driver, and in general are used infrequently, usually only for vacations or a weekend get-away.  In fact, the average RV in the United States travels about 4,500 miles per year.   Many times mechanical issues can spoil or cancel an otherwise great trip.  Unlike an automobile, you can not just rent a like unit or get a loaner while the vehicle is being repaired.  You then become dependant on how fast the issues can be addressed and fixed.  So you take it to your local dealer and hope they can get right on it.  You have a slide problem, a refrigerator that stopped cooling and an awning that has a bent arm.  As a general rule most dealers assign one technician to work on your rig.   Even if they start on the unit that day, usually not much is done except the diagnostic part of the issues.  Next there are parts that are usually required.  Again, unlike an automobile dealer that generally stocks most parts, the RV dealer does not.  This is due to the vast number of parts, assemblies and components that go into making these vehicles.  So, you may well be further delayed while the needed pieces are located, shipped and received. Okay, on day three the parts have arrived.  Hopefully the technician is free to get them installed.  Most of this day is lost in receiving the items, rescheduling the tech and preparing the install.  Sometimes the parts received are not correct or are not complete and require... Read more

The Monthly Mystery Challenge for June Update: June 19th Solved

The Mystery Camper is at it again!  This time you not only have to guess where he is, but what make, model and approximate year his coach is.   The Mystery Camper has once again found another beautiful RV park somewhere in North America.  June’s Monthly Mystery Challenge will be to figure out where he is now and to figure out what rig he has.  Name the place, the name of the RV park and the make, model and year of his rig.  View the photos that the Mystery Camper took.    This is the tail light on the Mystery Rig This looks like a headlight on the Mystery rig Hmmmmm....Looks like a new door design To aid you, we will add clues every day or so if required. Clue 1:  The first letter in the city’s name is displayed high on the mountain. Clue 2: This is one of five properties operated by this RV resort group. Clue 3: City named after one of two explorers. Clue 4: The Gateway to Hell’s Canyon. Dennis gets the bragging rights for correctly solving both the location, Premire RV Resorts, Granite Lake, Clarkston, Washington.  He also guessed the correct motor home, 2009 Monaco Camelot.  Good going Dennis. So, let’s hear your guess.  This one may very well be the toughest yet.  Post your solution in the comments section below. Roaming The Country    -    Lug_Nut    -    Peter Mercer Tell a Friend Read More →

Replacing Your TV In Your Current RV

Last week, we covered some of the choices available for televisions in new or existing RV’s. (Link Here) This week, we will look at upgrading the equipment in your existing rig.  Recently this has been a popular project for many, so let’s try to understand why. Read more Tell a Friend Read More →

May’s Mystery Challenge Answer

The Mystery Camper was back at it again, somewhere in North America. These shots were taken at the campground he was at. As usual, our readers solved this one without too much effort. It was indeed Outdoor Resorts (Signature Resorts) in Indio, California. Read more Tell a Friend Read More →

TV Choices in Today’s RV’s

Rv’s have to hold the record for the most television sets per square foot for any type of dwelling. There are many class A’s that have four, class C’s with three and even class B’s with two and possibly more. So where are all these sets in such a limited area? Generally there are up to two in the living room and kitchen area, one in the bedroom and one in an outside bay for patio viewing.  The CRT type has been replaced by lighter more compact LCD or plasma panel types.  The LCD has become the popular choice as it is available in so many sizes, is cost efficient, and seems somewhat more resilient in the mobile application. Now all of these are starting to come equipped for high definition broadcasts, requiring more sophisticated receivers, antennas and wiring. Is this new high definition a “must have” in an RV?  Perhaps not, in my opinion, though many may disagree.  Don’t get me wrong, HD (High Definition) produces a remarkable, photo like, picture.  While this is a stark difference from SD (Standard Definition), I don’t believe it adds that much to watching a movie on TV.  Viewing sports, for example, may be a little different, as the far sharper images can, in fact, make a vast improvement. So how many are too much? Most RV’s today come standard with one or two TV sets.  Generally each comes with a set in the living area with perhaps an additional one in the bedroom area.   An optional set is often available in... Read more

The RV Trivia Challenge 3

RV Trivia 3 This trivia challenge focuses on a nostalgic theme. I think if anyone scores 50% on this one, they are really lucky or they are a genius.  Even though many of the questions may stump you, I think you will find it both entertaining and educational.  Be sure to check your score and your rating. Read more Tell a Friend Read More →

The Answer To April’s Mystery Challenge

The April Mystery Challenge focused on finding out where our mystery camper was. He had some pictures, this time with no tags, and some additional clues that may have helped. View From The Mystery Camper’s Site   Also From The Mystery Camper’s RV Site Interesting! A Marina and Restaurant. Hmmm….. Could That Be Spa The 1700 some arces is made up of two properties. One parcel being the campgrounds and the other containing a full blown dude ranch.  The mystery camper is enjoying the following activities here.* Visiting the petting farm * Skeet and trap shooting * A weekly bull riding rodeo * A cool drink in an authentic saloon * A trail ride * Met some people staying in the 240 room on-site hotel * Took an airboat ride * Went out for a boat ride with one of the lot owners * Toured the campground to see some of the sites in the 5 phases totalling somewhere near 580 sites Some lot owners choose to fly in and out. This field is paved and is reported to be about 5,000 feet in length.  The car on the right side of the photo is registered in the state that this campground is in. And the correct answer was, River Ranch RV Resort in Lake Wales, Florida.  It was surprising how many got it so quickly.  Westgate was also correct, as the main aminities are owned and operated by them. Bragging rights go out to the following for sucessfully solving the April Mystery Challenge…… Beverly, Steve Kaiser, Colleen Moore, Fred Wolfe, Bob... Read more

Awning Choices On Today’s RV’s

Recreational vehicles transport all our needs to provide both comfort and convenience to any chosen destination.  This even includes items to adjust to the environment.  Things like site leveling and shade.  Leveling jacks make what was a sloped surface, livable and level.   Shade offered by patio awnings can provide a cooler spot to eat, play or just relax.  Today we will look at what’s available in awning choices for trailers, 5th wheels and motor homes.  There are three general awning applications: door, window, and patio.  The latter is the largest and by far the most popular.  Yes, the patio awning is found on nearly every trailer and motorized recreational vehicle we see. The patio awning, however, is found in two installation configurations; either fastened to the main body or attached to a slide or pop out.  The type that is fixed to the main body is usually larger than that of a slide attached unit.  This, in part, is due to it not being restricted to the size of the slide.  Additionally, the main body installed types have more support than a slide mounted unit therefore can withstand more wind pressure.  Both, however have trade-offs.  Many of the main body installed awnings don’t work real well with slide equipped vehicles that have a slide directly under the awning.  This not only reduces the shade provided but also may cause wear on the awning canvas where it touches the slide top.  The slide mounted awnings are smaller and may be constructed... Read more

Making your RV your home

RVs are pretty much built with cookie cutter molds - all come out looking much the same. With the exception of those custom builders, they are like subdivision houses. You may have a choice of a couple of floor plans and a couple of colors, but not much else. In fact, manufacturers discourage changes. When George and I were trying to find an RV sized between his 33′ New Horizon 5th wheel and my Lance camper, we finally zeroed in on the Safari Trek. However, it would need modifications to work for us. Safari charged $750 as a re-engineering fee, and that was not including any parts or labor. That was just to interrupt the assembly line. Needless to say, we decided against that and kept the New Horizon. With an existing rig there are many ways RVers make it a home. Add or change furniture - typically remove couch and dinette and replace with recliners, real table Convert an area to an office or work area Take out or recover valances with own material. Put up new window treatments Add throw rugs, pillows, bed coverings Put up personal photos or paintings Replace knobs on cabinets and drawers Change faucets Repaint the exterior with different colors or design or add a rear mural Replace carpet with vinyl or wooden floors Exchange the mattress for a more comfortable one Make rig more handicapped-accessible Some go to more extreme measures like painting or modifying the walls. One RVer even gave the walls a stucco effect. RV door modified for lift In our original RV, a ‘98... Read more

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