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Recreation Vehicle Mechanic What Does a Recreation Vehicle Mechanic Do? Recreation Vehicle Mechanics service and repair recreational vehicles including fifth wheels, truck campers, trailers and motor homes. Job -Related Skills, Interests and Values Examining vehicles and assessing the extent of repairs Inspecting and testing functional units, wiring, piping and components Diagnosing problems and locating failures within the electrical, trailer brake, battery and charging systems as well as air conditioning systems, heaters, pumps, plumbing and propane gas lines Preparing cost estimates, parts requisitions and work plans Communicating with customers and service managers about the functioning of the Recreational Vehicle Reading vehicle manuals and consulting with manufacturers re: vehicle specifications Removing, repairing and replacing exterior panels Repairing and replacing structural frames Installing accessories including air conditioning units, TV antennas and awnings Performing final inspections of units prior to delivery To view the Essential Skills necessary for someone working in this occupation, click on the following link and scroll down to RV Technician, NOC code 7383: http://srv600.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/esrp/english/general/all_profiles.shtml What Preparation and Training Do You Need? Completion of Grade 12 with a secondary school diploma, withcredits in Math, Science and English is recommended. Enrolment in OYAP, coop, orobtaining technical credits in electrical systems ormechanics would be a definite asset. You can obtain a Certificate of Apprenticeshipafter completing between 6,800-7,200 hours (approximately three years of acombination of on-the-job and in-school training). Apprenticeship Subject Pathways provides additional information forstudents/parents/educators: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/training/apprenticeship/skills/pathwaye.pdf What’s Your Future as a Recreational Vehicle Mechanic? Recreational Vehicle Mechanics usually work indoors in repair shops, and may be required tolift loads weighing up to 25 kilograms. A standard 40 hour work week is thenorm, and shifts may be required, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Thenature of the work is also seasonal. Career progression within the trade caninclude Supervisory/Management positions. Check out the Canadian RecreationalVehicle Association at: www.crva.ca for moreinformation. Employersthat hire Recreational Vehicle Mechanics include: RV Dealerships RV Repair shops RV Manufacturers Wage Rate Apprentices generally earn less than Journeypeople As your skills and expertise increase, so does your wage On average, fully qualified Recreational Vehicle Mechanics can earn $18.00/hour or more Self-Rating Ask Yourself: Is Working as a Recreational Vehicle Mechanic for You? Do you have a mechanical aptitude and enjoy learning and mastering different skills and doing a variety of work? Yes      No Do you enjoy communicating with co-workers and customers? Yes      No Do you have the physical stamina to work long hours in peak season? Yes      No Are you able to bend, kneel, lift, stoop and crouch? Yes      No Do you like to solve problems, find and implement solutions? Yes      No Do you enjoy keeping up with and learning about new technology? Yes      No Do you take pride in persisting until the job is done just right? Yes      No If you answered Yes to most of these questions, a career as a RecreationalVehicle Mechanic may be for You! You may also want to explore other careers that require similar interests and skills,such as: Motorcycle Mechanic Small Engine Repair Automotive Service Technician Heavy Equipment Mechanic Farm Equipment Mechanic

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Idaho Campgrounds and RV Parks IdahoTraffic Information Click Map for full size | Home | Hot Links | AddYour Park to the Directory | Go to another State Select State Canada International Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District Of Columbia Florida Georgia Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersy New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming National Park Service Trailer Life Magazine NADA Guides RV Insurance Select Cities Select Cities beginning With A - C D - F G - I J - L M - O P - R S- V W - Z Recreation.Gov Go RVing RV Consumer Group Funroads.Com Albion Thompson Flat/Sawtooth Nat Forest 208-678-0430 American Falls Indian Springs Campground 208-226-2174 Massacre Rocks State Park 208-548-2672 Willow Bay Rec Area RV Park 208-226-2688 Arco Carroll's Travel Plaza & RV Park 208-527-3504 Craters of the Moon Ntl Park 208-527-3257 Mountain View RV Park 1-800-845-1460 Bayview Lakeland RV Park Phone Number 208-683-4108 Map of area Updated 5/26/2005 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: From I-90 take exit 12 to Highway 95 North towards Sandpoint. Travel 18 miles to Highway 54 at Athol(Mile Post 449) Turn Right go 8 miles through Farragut State Park to beautiful downtown Bayview. Go through Bayview 1/4 mile to Lakeland RV Park. Located next to the Post Office on the right. Additional Features: Come and enjoy our serine setting by a year round creek. Our pavillion includes BBQ, utility sink, microwave and more. It is great for group funtions.1/4 mile from lake. Total Sites 26 CATV Yes Full Hookups 26 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 0 / 4 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 22 Pool No Pull Thrus 9 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 17 Laundry No Interior Roads Gravel Dates Open All Year Rates $25.00 Daily $140.00 Weekly $325.00 Monthly Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Bayview Waterford Marinas and RV Parks Phone Number 208-683-2213 Fax 208-683-2317 Updated 6/6/2005 Visit our Web Page Send Email Map of area Directions: From I-90 take exit 12 to Highway 95 North towards Sandpoint. Travel 18 miles to Highway 54 at Athol.(milepost 449) Turn right and go east 8 miles through Farragut State Park to beautiful downtown Bayview on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille Additional Features: Warterford Marinas offer Boileau's, Vista Bay, and Bayview Marina located along the shores of Lake Pend Oreille. Amenities include RV slips, boat moorage, launch, gas, condos, restaurants and watercraft rentals Total Sites 29 CATV Yes Full Hookups 29 Camp Store Yes 20 / 30 Amp Electric 0/0 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 29 Pool No Pull Thrus 0 Dump Station No Back-Ins 29 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel and Grass Dates Open All Year Rates $20 - $40 Daily $190 - $260 Weekly $726 - $1000 Monthly Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed Yes Caldwell Caldwell Campground and RV Park Phone Number 208-454-0279 Fax 208-454-1956 Updated 3/29/2005 Visit our Web Page Send Email Maps Directions: I 84 Exit 26, follow campgrounbd signs Additional Features: Pull thru sites, laundry facilities, restrooms. showers, propane, 30, 50 amp, tent sites, 7 1/2 acre Lake, pets welcome, open all year. Total Sites 118 CATV Yes Full Hookups 95 Camp Store Yes 20 / 30 Amp Electric 0 / 64 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 30 Pool No Pull Thrus 50 Dump Station No Back-Ins 45 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel Dates Open All Year Rates Call for Rates. Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Challis Challis All Valley RV Park 208-879-2393 Coeur D' Alene Boulevard Motel & RV Park 208-664-4978 Coeur D' Alene KOA 208-664-4471 Robin Hood RV Park 208-664-2306 Coeur D'Alene North/Hayden Lake KOA 1-800-562-9503 Return to top Coeur D' Alene Lakeland RV Park Phone Number 208-683-4108 Map of area Updated 5/26/2005 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: From I-90 take exit 12 to Highway 95 North towards Sandpoint. Travel 18 miles to Highway 54 at Athol(Mile Post 449) Turn Right go 8 miles through Farragut State Park to beautiful downtown Bayview. Go through Bayview 1/4 mile to Lakeland RV Park. Located next to the Post Office on the right. Additional Features: Come and enjoy our serine setting by a year round creek. Our pavillion includes BBQ, utility sink, microwave and more. It is great for group funtions.1/4 mile from lake. Total Sites 26 CATV Yes Full Hookups 26 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 0 / 4 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 22 Pool No Pull Thrus 9 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 17 Laundry No Interior Roads Gravel Dates Open All Year Rates $25.00 Daily $140.00 Weekly $325.00 Monthly Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Coeur d' Alene Area Squaw Bay Resort Phone Number 208-664-6782 Map Updated 2/8/2005 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: I-90 Exit 22, South on Hwy 97 7 miles to Squaw Bay Resort Additional Features: Lakefront RV Sites, Full Service Marina with Boat rentals, Convenience Store, Car and Boat Gas, Propane and Diesel Total Sites 50 CATV No Full Hookups 11 Camp Store Yes 20 / 30 Amp Electric 39 / 28 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 0 Pool Lake Swimming Pull Thrus 2 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 6 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Paved and Gravel Dates Open April 15th - October 1st Rates $26 -$30 Daily Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed No Coeur d Alene area Waterford Marinas and RV Parks Phone Number 208-683-2213 Fax 208-683-2317 Updated 5/25/2005 Visit our Web Page Send Email Map of area Directions: From I-90 take exit 12 to Highway 95 North towards Sandpoint. Travel 18 miles to Highway 54 at Athol.(milepost 449) Turn right and go east 8 miles through Farragut State Park to beautiful downtown Bayview on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille Additional Features: Warterford Marinas offer Boileau's, Vista Bay, and Bayview Marina located along the shores of Lake Pend Oreille. Amenities include RV slips, boat moorage, launch, gas, condos, restaurants and watercraft rentals Total Sites 29 CATV Yes Full Hookups 29 Camp Store Yes 20 / 30 Amp Electric 0/0 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 29 Pool No Pull Thrus 0 Dump Station No Back-Ins 29 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel and Grass Dates Open All Year Rates $20 - $40 Daily $190 - $260 Weekly $726 - $1000 Monthly Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed Yes Filer Glenns Ferry Trails West RV Park 208-366-2002 Gooding Shoshone Indian Caves 208-886-2058 Grangeville / Riggins Area Angel's Nook RV Park Phone Number 208-839-2880 Fax 208-839-2888 Updated 12/28/2004 Visit our Web Page Send Email Map Directions: From Highway 95, take White Bird Exit, Mile 223 1/2, then left at the stop sign, then quick right at motel. Entrance is 100 ft on the right Additional Features: Walk to restaurants, gift and coffee shop,. Historical areas with great walking trails, only 17 driving miles to heart of Hell's Canyon. Jet Boat tours, large meeting room available nearby. Total Sites 12 CATV No Full Hookups 12 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 0 / 12 Restrooms & Showers No 50 Amp Electric 0 Pool No Pull Thrus 0 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 12 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel / Grass Dates Open All Year Rates $18.00 Daily $108.00 Weekly $175.00 + Elect. Monthly Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Christmas Ranch RV Resort Phone Number 208-983-2383 Fax 208-983-2384 Updated 5/3/2005 Visit our Web Page Send Email Map Directions: 3/4 mi. south of Grangeville at corner of Hwy 95 and Fish Hatch Road Additional Features: 21 pull thru full service sites, showers, laundry, restrooms, RV dump, satellite TV, Wireless Internet, 30 & 50 amp to all sites, credit cards OK, reservations, tent campers welcome Total Sites 21 CATV Yes Full Hookups 21 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 21 / 21 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 21 Pool No Pull Thrus 21 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 0 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel Dates Open Spring, Summer, Fall Rates $25.00 Daily Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Grangeville Area Swiftwater RV Park and Store Phone Number 208-839-2700 Map on website Updated 2/14/2005 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: Traveling south. approx. 25 miles from Grangeville in North Central Idaho on HWY 95. Take HAMMER CREEK Recreational Area Exit (this is one exit south of the first White Bird exit). Travel west on Old Hwy 95 about 1/2 mile. Park is on the left, at the foot of the Silver Bridge crossing the Salmon River. Traveling North from Riggins, we're also about 25 miles up HWY 95; take same exit and follow above directions. Additional Features: Beautifully landscaped park on Salmon River; all sites are level. 10 sites face Salmon River. OK to wash RV. Excellent fishing. Only 17 miles from Hells Canyon. Near great Hunting, rafting & jet boating. Tents welcome. Immaculate restrooms, showers, and laundry. Full Service Grocery Store, Propane and Ice. Daily, Weekly and Monthly stays welcome. Total Sites 25 CATV Yes Full Hookups 25 Camp Store Yes 20 / 30 Amp Electric 25 / 25 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 8 Pool No Pull Thrus 8 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 13 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Graveled and level Security Yes Dates Open All Year Rates Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed Yes Return to top Hells Canyon Hells Canyon Jet Boat Trips, Lodging & RV Park Phone Number 208-839-2255 or 1-800-469-8757 Map of area Updated 12/17/2004 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: Take White Bird exit from Hwy 95, then left at stop sign. 1 mile . Additional Features: Drive into center of Hells Canyon, Deepest gorge in North America, only 17 miles. Boat Tours Total Sites 18 CATV No Full Hookups 18 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 0 / 18 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 0 Pool No Pull Thrus 4 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 14 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel Dates Open All Year Rates $22.00 Daily $110.00 Weekly $330.00 Monthly Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed Yes Hayden Alpine Country Store & RV Park 208-772-4305 Homedale Snake River RV Resort 208-337-3744 Hope Beyond Hope RV Park 208-264-5251 Island View RV Park 208-264-5509 Return to top Idaho Falls Snake River RV Park and Campground 1-866-862-3266 1/14/05 Sunnyside Acres Park 208-523-8403 Island Park Sawtelle Mountain Resort 4133 Lodgepole, P.O. Box 338 Island Park ID 83429 Phone: 208-558-9366 WebPage: www.sawtellemountainresort.com Email: sawtelle@fretel.com Updated 11/22/2004 Map Kamiah Lewis-Clark Resort 208-935-2556 Kellogg Kellogg/Silver Valley KOA Box 949 Pinehurst, ID 83850 Phone: 208-682-3612 www.kelloggsilvervalleykoa.com Email: kellogg.koa@usamedia.tv Updated 1/26/2005 Map Ketchum Sun Valley RV Resort 208-726-3429 Lewiston Area Granite Lake RV Resort Phone Number 509-751-1635 Updated 9/21/04 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: Printable map and directions on the web-site Additional Features: Beautiful & quiet & only three blocks to town. 22 miles of walking/biking path. Free WiFi,plus Modems. Pets allowed up to two. Large new clubhouse for Rallys. Lawns & patio each site. Four Gazebo's w/bbq's. Lake, mountain & sunset views..All three blocks from town. Total Sites 75 CATV Yes Full Hookups 75 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 75/75 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 75 Pool No Pull Thrus 18 + 13 Pull-ins Dump Station No (All Full Hookups) Back-Ins 44 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Paved Security Yes Dates Open 3/1 - 11/30 Rates $20.00 - $31.00 Daily Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Return to top Mountain Home Fort Running Bear Resort Park P.O. Box 909 Mountain Home, ID 83647 Phone: (208) 653-2494 WebPage: www.fortrunningbear.com Email: ftrunningbear@aol.com Updated 1/15/2005 Mapof Area Nampa Mason Creek RV Park 208-465-7199 Northern Idaho Squaw Bay Resort Phone Number 208-664-6782 Map Updated 2/8/2005 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: I-90 Exit 22, South on Hwy 97 7 miles to Squaw Bay Resort Additional Features: Lakefront RV Sites, Full Service Marina with Boat rentals, Convenience Store, Car and Boat Gas, Propane and Diesel Total Sites 50 CATV No Full Hookups 11 Camp Store Yes 20 / 30 Amp Electric 39 / 28 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 0 Pool Lake Swimming Pull Thrus 2 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 6 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Paved and Gravel Dates Open April 15th - October 1st Rates $26 -$30 Daily Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed No Return to top Osburn Blue Anchor RV Park 208-752-3443 Pinehurst Kellogg/Silver Valley KOA Box 949 Pinehurst, ID 83850 Phone: 208-682-3612 www.kelloggsilvervalleykoa.com Email: kellogg.koa@usamedia.tv Updated 1/26/2005 Map Pocatello Cowboy RV Park 208-232-4587 Downata Ranch & Recreation 208-897-5736 Pocatello KOA 1-800-562-9175 Post Falls Suntree RV Park 208-773-9982 Spirit Lake Silver Beach Resort PO Box 38 Spirit Lake ID 83869 Phone: 208-623-4842 WebPage: www.silver-beach-resort.com Email: info@silver-beach-resort.com Updated 4/17/2005 Directions Twin Fall White Bird Angel's Nook RV Park Phone Number 208-839-2880 Fax 208-839-2888 Updated 12/28/2004 Visit our Web Page Send Email Map Directions: From Highway 95, take White Bird Exit, Mile 223 1/2, then left at the stop sign, then quick right at motel. Entrance is 100 ft on the right Additional Features: Walk to restaurants, gift and coffee shop,. Historical areas with great walking trails, only 17 driving miles to heart of Hell's Canyon. Jet Boat tours, large meeting room available nearby. Total Sites 12 CATV No Full Hookups 12 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 0 / 12 Restrooms & Showers No 50 Amp Electric 0 Pool No Pull Thrus 0 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 12 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel / Grass Dates Open All Year Rates $18.00 Daily $108.00 Weekly $175.00 + Elect. Monthly Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes White Bird Hells Canyon Jet Boat Trips, Lodging & RV Park Phone Number 208-839-2255 or 1-800-469-8757 Map of area Updated 12/17/2004 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: Take White Bird exit from Hwy 95, then left at stop sign. 1 mile . Additional Features: Drive into center of Hells Canyon, Deepest gorge in North America, only 17 miles. Boat Tours Total Sites 18 CATV No Full Hookups 18 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 0 / 18 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 0 Pool No Pull Thrus 4 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 14 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel Dates Open All Year Rates $22.00 Daily $110.00 Weekly $330.00 Monthly Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed Yes White Bird Swiftwater RV Park and Store Phone Number 208-839-2700 Map on website Updated 2/14/2005 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: Traveling south. approx. 25 miles from Grangeville in North Central Idaho on HWY 95. Take HAMMER CREEK Recreational Area Exit (this is one exit south of the first White Bird exit). Travel west on Old Hwy 95 about 1/2 mile. Park is on the left, at the foot of the Silver Bridge crossing the Salmon River. Traveling North from Riggins, we're also about 25 miles up HWY 95; take same exit and follow above directions. Additional Features: Beautifully landscaped park on Salmon River; all sites are level. 10 sites face Salmon River. OK to wash RV. Excellent fishing. Only 17 miles from Hells Canyon. Near great Hunting, rafting & jet boating. Tents welcome. Immaculate restrooms, showers, and laundry. Full Service Grocery Store, Propane and Ice. Daily, Weekly and Monthly stays welcome. Total Sites 25 CATV Yes Full Hookups 25 Camp Store Yes 20 / 30 Amp Electric 25 / 25 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 8 Pool No Pull Thrus 8 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 13 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Graveled and level Security Yes Dates Open All Year Rates Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed Yes Return to top

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RV Know How - Hookups and Self-containment Back to Articles Menu Discoveries For New RVers by Joe and Vicki Kieva Every new RVer eventually discovers ... Your first RV is a training rig. It teaches you how you will really use an RV; whether you will spend more time traveling or sitting in a campground. This is the vehicle that lets you discover where you can go and what you can do. You learn how many days per year you will use your RV and the number of miles you will travel in a year's time. It teaches you about driving, backing and leveling; how the size and weight of your rig affects road handling, and how it determines what roads you can travel and where you can camp. Your training rig teaches you how the electric, plumbing and propane systems work; how to hook up the utilities at a campground and how to dump your holding tanks. You learn how to use the self-containment features and the self-containment capacities you really need. It helps you discover whether you prefer the convenience of full-service RV parks or drycamping in primitive campgrounds. Your training rig teaches you how to equip, furnish and pack an RV. You learn just how much interior storage space (closets, cabinets, drawers) you really need (is there ever enough?). It reveals how critical the size and accessibility of the outside storage bays can be and the importance of cargo-carrying capacity and towing capabilities. It helps you determine what floorplan, features and accessories would best suit your RVing lifestyle and needs. Your first RV becomes your basis of comparison when you look for your next RV. And if you come to the conclusion that you enjoy RVing, there will most certainly be a next RV. Bigger is not necessarily better. Everyone would love to have the space, storage and comfort of the larger rigs. At the same time we want the agility and economy of the smaller ones. If you are going to spend weeks or months at a time parked in an RV park, the larger, more spacious rig is your vehicle of choice. On the other hand, if you are going to spend the majority of your time in remote or primitive campgrounds, the smaller, more agile RV will probably be more appropriate. There are a few other factors to consider when selecting the size of your RV. Depending upon the type, size and weight of your rig, your state of residence might require you to pass a test and/or have a special endorsement on your driver's license. Many states have laws that limit the length of motorhomes on their highways to a maximum of 40 feet. Some states limit the length of two combined vehicles (truck and trailer, motorhome and car) to a maximum of 55 feet. Wide-body vehicles (those over 96 inches wide) are restricted to designated highways in some states. A trucker's atlas, available in most truck stops, will highlight those roads where it is permissible to drive a wide-body vehicle. The legal weight limit on most interstates is 20,000 pounds on a single axle. Which explains the need for tandem axles on some of the larger motorhomes. The ferry to Alaska charges by the linear foot and adds a 25% surcharge on those vehicles over 96 inches wide. Older bridges, particularly covered bridges, frequently have weight limitations. There are campgrounds and campsites that simply cannot accommodate the longer, higher and wider RVs. So, while bigger RVs and their amenities can be more spacious and comfortable, smaller RVs are more versatile and less expensive. You can always add expensive accessories later. A patio awning shades the RV's curb-side wall and creates an outside living area. Window awnings do a dynamite job of preventing the heat of the sun from radiating through the glass. But look around, while most RVs are equipped with a patio awning, many RVers seem to survive just fine without the window awnings. If you come to the conclusion that window awnings would be worth the expense, you can always add them later. A clothes washer/dryer is an expensive convenience. It will also take up storage space and add to the weight of your rig. Most campgrounds have a laundry room with coin-operated machines. If the RV has a cabinet plumbed to accept a washer, you can always add one later. Solar panels use the power of the sun to charge your RV's batteries. That's great if you intend to spend a great deal of your time without an electric hookup. But many RVers spend only two or three days at a time camping self-contained. Their coach batteries are usually quite adequate for their needs. And it would not cost very much to install an additional battery or two if desired. You might consider buying an RV that is prewired for solar panels. That way you can always add the panels if you think you need them. A generator consumes about a gallon of fuel an hour, is noisy and emits a smelly exhaust. But it will charge your batteries and, unlike solar panels, can create a sufficient amount of electricity to operate your air conditioner(s). This is a close judgment call. Many trailer owners seem to do without a generator, but most motorhome owner prefer not to. Leveling jacks are a wonderful convenience. Press a button and the RV is leveled and stabilized. But RVers have been leveling their rigs with lengths of lumber for decades. Besides, even with automatic jacks, it is occasionally necessary to use a board or two to bring your rig to an even plane. Go for it if you can, but these wonderful devices, which can be installed later, are not necessarily a necessity. Before purchasing a trailer, you should determine what type and size truck will be needed to tow it. Realize that every vehicle has a limit to the amount of weight it can carry and tow. Identify the trailer you think you want to buy. Ascertain its gross vehicle weight rating and its tongue (or pin) weight. Then find a tow vehicle that, according to its manufacturer, is more than capable of carrying, pulling and stopping the weight of that fully loaded trailer. Where a new RVer can get additional information about RVs and RVing. A variety of information sources are available for avid RVers. Here are a few to get you started. Campground and/or RV Park Directory - A campground directory is a basic RVing tool. It provides an easy-to-follow system of maps and alphabetical listings which enable you to locate the RV parks and campgrounds in the area you wish to stay. Some campground directories provide additional information such as state highway laws regulating RVs, bridge, tunnel and ferry restrictions and the location of disposal stations along major highways. RV Magazines - You'll be able to read about interesting places to go and things to see and do. How-to articles provide good information on improving, maintaining and repairing your rig. Technical and lifestyle experts respond to reader inquiries. RV Clubs - The Good Sam RV Owners Club (800-234-3456) is the largest. RV clubs offer insurance programs, emergency roadside services and discounts at campgrounds. Membership usually includes a periodic magazine with informative articles and columns. Local RV clubs schedule weekend trips throughout the year. What better way to discover the campgrounds in your area. RV Accessory Store or Catalog - Most RV accessory stores will have a magazine and book rack. RV accessory catalogs also offer RVing books and will keep you abreast of the latest in accessories and gadgets. Libraries and Book Stores - Look under Camping, Motorhomes, Recreation, Recreation Vehicles and Travel Trailers. Computer Internet Websites - A little "surfing" will produce a number of websites with information from manufacturers, dealers, campgrounds, clubs and more. A good place to start is www.woodalls.com Visitor Welcome Centers - Most states provide a visitor welcome center near their borders. Look for them in rest areas as enter each state. Go inside to the counter and ask for a state road map and a state parks & campgrounds directory. Other RVers - They are the friendliest, most helpful people you can meet. Enjoy The Journey! Learn more about RVs and RVing. Read our “how-to” RV books View CCNow Cart/Checkout Home Articles Books Seminars About Us E-mail us at joeandvicki@rvknowhow.com

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Fair Travel Trailer Prices - RV Consignment Leader Home | RVs for Sale | Sell Your RV | RV Insurance | RV Parts | About PPL | RV Service | Map | Contact PPL Fair Travel Trailer Prices ( Click Here for a special Money Saving Internet Offer! ) Fair Travel Trailer Prices - PPL Can Sell your Unit Quickly! Travel trailer and RV Consignment sales are not a side line at PPL. We are the Largest Recreational Vehicle ConsignmentDealer in the USA sellingover 15,500 Consigned Travel Trailers and other RVs since 1972. If you have questions about selling your trailer, click on the topics below to learn about PPL's hassle free RV consignments or simply call PPL at 1-800-755-4775 between 8am and 5pm Central Time. Go to Contact Me About Selling My Travel Trailer Now if you are ready to have PPL sell your unit. 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More on why you should use the services of a consignment specialist Return to Top Set Fair Travel Trailer Prices with Free Appraisals The right asking value for your Consignment RV is critical for you to get the top dollar for your vehicle. We use prices of previously sold units, blue books, and experienced appraisers to make sure your consigned RV is priced toyour best advantage. With these important steps, PPL positions your unit to sell quickly at a fair amount. Take advantage of our experience to have your unit correctly priced with our free appraisal when you list your unit for sale. Use this link to view prices for recently sold vehicles . Return to Top We May Already have A Buyer for Your Unit Chances are, PPL already has a buyer for your travel trailer and we know how to get them interested in buying yours. Over 8000buyers actively receive information on your unit thru the mail and over 11,000buyers receive email updates. Many times a quick sale is made! Return to Top Extensive Advertising You might be surprised by all the ways we advertise your vehicle to reach potential buyers. Our extensiveadvertising enables a fast sale at the best price for you. Learnmore... Return to Top Trade-ins or Cash Purchases PPL makes it simple for you to trade your travel trailer for any other Consigned RV that we have on our Lot. PPL can also pay you cash now for your vehicle. This means you won't have to delay the start of your next adventure. Return to Top Financing PPL can finance buyer for up to 12 years. PPL can even finance oldervehicles currently dating back to 1992 models. This can make a tremendous difference inselling your RV. As you can guess, cash buyers are really hard to find! Return to Top Extended Warranties The extended warranties offered by PPL on many of the later model motorhomes,travel trailers, or fifth wheels. Some customers are leery of buying aused RV without any warranty. Our extended warranties is another reason many buyers prefer to buy a PPL consignedRV Return to Top Detailing Service A clean, bright vehicle will sell quicker and command a better price. Learn More about PPL's professionaldetailing service . See how spending a little can put additional money in your pocket. Return to Top Customer Comments We ask every RV buyer and RV seller what we are doing right and what we couldimprove on. We are proud of what our customers say about our no hassle consignment sales program. (Many of thesecomments are included here ) Return to Top Experienced Staff RV pricing, advertising, marketing, detailing, financing, extended service agreements, and trouble free closings all happen because of our experienced RV Sales staff. Return to Top No Cost Unless Sold There is no commission due until your RV is sold. Once your RV is sold,the commission is 10% of the selling price. The minimum commission is $1475 for motor homes and $975 for travel trailers and fifth wheels. Return to Top How to Get Your Vehicle Listed for Sale Follow these step by step details onhow to get your unit appraised and listed for sale at PPL's huge RVconsignment dealership. Join the thousands who have benefited from this powerfulconsignment sales system. Return to Top PPL Motor Homes 10777 Southwest Freeway (Highway 59 South) Houston, Texas 77074-9829 713-988-5555 1-800-755-4775 Hours: 8-5:30pm Mon-Fri 9-4 Central Saturday PPL Home | RVs for Sale | Steps to Buy | Sell Your RV | Insurance RV Parts Superstore Home | Service | About PPL | Photo Tour | Contact PPL PPL Motor Homes Houston, Texas All Rights Reserved, 1997-2006