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The Most Complete RV Resource Recreational Vehicle Recreational Vehicle (or RV) is a term used in North America to describe a large enclosed piece of equipment with wheels designed to be moved from place to place for people to temporarily live in and be protected from the elements while away from their permanent home. While RVs are intended for brief leisure activities such as vacations and camping, some people, especially retirees, live in their units and are known as fulltimers. RVs can be rented in major U.S. and Canadian cities. There are different classes of vehicles generally labelled as RVs: A truck camperTruck Camper - unit is affixed to the bed or chassis of a pickup truck. Folding Camping Trailer - also known as a pop-up trailer; a light-weight unit with sides that collapse for towing and storage Travel Trailer - heavier unit with rigid sides designed to be towed by most vehicles by means of a bumper or frame hitch Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer - designed to be towed by a pickup truck equipped with a special hitch in the truck bed Park Model - designed for occasional relocation and will require a special tow vehicle and a highway movement permit Motorhome ("Winnebago", a product of the Winnebago Company that dominated the market for many years, was long a synonym for a motorhome, but this usage has faded in recent years.) Class A Motorcoach - constructed on a specially designed motor vehicle chassis, typically resembling a bus Class B Campervan - built using a conventional van, to which a raised roof has been added Class C Mini-motorhome - built on an automotive manufactured chassis with an attached van cab section Toterhome, a motor home built around a semi truck chassis such as a freightliner. This type of motor home allows you to pull large and heavy trailers while having all the conveniences of a large motor home A minimal RV typically contains beds, a table, food preparation and storage areas. Larger models add full bathrooms, refrigerators, living areas, master bedrooms, etc. Some RVs are very elaborate, with satellite TV and internet access, slide-out wall panels, and awnings; many RVs can cost in excess of $100,000 and some can cost over $1 million. These high end RVs typically need to be financed by banks or specialized lenders. Many RVers stay at RV parks, most of which feature electrical, water and sewer service (full hookups), as well as cable television and wireless Internet. Amenties often include swimming pools, gamerooms and even destination-resort activities such as horseback riding. Advantages of RVs include not having to move one's things in and out of motel rooms, not having to rent multiple motel rooms, and the fact that preparing food saves money compared to eating in restaurants. At the same time, an RV provides more organized living space and better protection from the weather than a tent. Children also tend to like RVs. Disadvantages of RVs include low fuel economy for the motorized RV or tow vehicle, lack of maid service as experienced in motels (maid service is available at a few high-end resorts), and larger RV models can be hard for the novice to drive or tow. Some people also live in RVs because they lack funds for more conventional housing. Similarly, RVs ? specifically, trailers which strongly resemble travel trailers, but usually with fewer amenities ? have been used to temporarily house victims of natural disasters. A notable example is Hurricane Katrina; the federal disaster relief agency FEMA has ordered large numbers of such trailers to house victims of the storm in Louisiana and Mississippi. Some people craft their own RVs out of cars, vans (vandwellers), or used passenger and school buses. Elkhart, Indiana, is known as the "RV Capital of the World" because it is home to many RV manufacturers, including, Forest River, Heartland RV, the Damon Corporation, Four Winds, Hy-Line, Keystone, Monaco, Sun Valley, and Travel Supreme. Many other manufacturers, including Dutchman, Gulf Stream, and Jayco, can be found in the nearby towns of Goshen, Middlebury, Nappanee, and Wakarusa. In 2005, these locales experienced a boom because of the large number of trailers ordered to house Hurricane Katrina victims. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

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Motorhome and RV Owners Forum - The Motorhome Club RV News Index Gallery Links Search Members -- -- FAQ Join the Club Log In The time now is Wed Jan 25, 2006 1:39 Index View unanswered posts The Motorhome Club RV Travel (62501) Recreational Vehicles, lifestyle and related topics. This forum is a gateway to the rec.outdoors.rv-travel (RORT) usenet newsgroup. Moderator Motorhome Club UK Motorcaravans & Campervans (3004) For Motorhome enthusiasts in the UK. This forum is a gateway to the uk.rec.motorcaravans usenet newsgroup. Moderator Motorhome Club Motorhomes for Sale (27) Class A, Class B & Class C motorhomes, campervans, and used RVs for sale. Members; advertise your Motorhome, RV, accessory or service here free. Moderator Motorhome Club Motorhome Forum (874) General motor home chat forum. News, travel, technical issues, lifestyle. This forum is a gateway to the alt.motorhomes usenet newsgroup. Motorhome Club Help (28) Having problems with the website? Any questions? You don't have to be a member to post here. Who is Online In total there are 23 users online :: 0 Registered, 0 Hidden and 23 Guests Most users ever online was 683 on Tue Jan 25, 2005 3:22 Registered Users: None Our users have posted a total of 66434 articles The newest Member is healthy999 Active Topics OT: Challenges----thought processes... ... latest post 1:36:05 Wed Jan 25 OT - Bush the Constitutionalist... ... latest post 1:30:09 Wed Jan 25 Miners' Lamp for rv'ers ... latest post 1:18:06 Wed Jan 25 Newbie ... latest post 1:06:04 Wed Jan 25 lost abc serries-inspiration... ... latest post 0:48:05 Wed Jan 25 OT: Foxfire, why I should or... ... latest post 0:42:07 Wed Jan 25 On the way to Pluto. ... latest post 0:36:09 Wed Jan 25 Ford to file BANKRUPTCY ... latest post 0:24:09 Wed Jan 25 Dri Wash-N-Guard Ultra-Ion Questions... ... latest post 0:18:09 Wed Jan 25 OT ~ Think About This.....NO... ... latest post 0:12:06 Wed Jan 25 OT Cell Phones on DOD Instalations... ... latest post 0:06:06 Wed Jan 25 Senate Panel Approves Alito... ... latest post 22:48:06 Tue Jan 24 Optima batteries ... latest post 21:48:08 Tue Jan 24 Hunter in the news ... latest post 21:36:05 Tue Jan 24 Ping, Nate re Weather in Reno... ... latest post 20:24:09 Tue Jan 24 Onan life ... latest post 20:12:06 Tue Jan 24 Touring France in August ... latest post 19:12:13 Tue Jan 24 OT ~ The Odds ... latest post 18:48:07 Tue Jan 24 OT Canadian Election ... latest post 17:42:19 Tue Jan 24 T25 Electrics ... latest post 17:36:15 Tue Jan 24 TV In The RV ... latest post 15:48:09 Tue Jan 24 OT: Solomon's Porch ... latest post 8:06:09 Tue Jan 24 High mileage autohomes ... latest post 7:24:20 Tue Jan 24 OT- The Next Great Thing ... latest post 5:24:07 Tue Jan 24 OT ~ Showboating Senators =... ... latest post 5:00:13 Tue Jan 24 how much to repower w/ a 454... ... latest post 2:36:15 Tue Jan 24 OT: Hardships ... latest post 1:24:12 Tue Jan 24 OT: Amnesia ... latest post 23:30:28 Mon Jan 23 32 x 60 stainless steel Taylor... ... latest post 22:00:09 Mon Jan 23 Pre heating of engine block ... latest post 21:18:08 Mon Jan 23 OT - Birthdays ... latest post 20:48:07 Mon Jan 23 Euramobil A class 700KB for... ... latest post 11:37:09 Mon Jan 23 Baja California Norte West Coast... ... latest post 8:06:09 Mon Jan 23 Here's another Adios - to film... ... latest post 7:30:21 Mon Jan 23 OT Stranger than fiction... ... latest post 4:24:07 Mon Jan 23 Bounder Salvage Yard? ... latest post 2:42:06 Mon Jan 23 OT - Humor ... latest post 2:12:07 Mon Jan 23 Mexico East coast trip questions... ... latest post 1:18:09 Mon Jan 23 Montana/filon fiberglass ... latest post 23:12:09 Sun Jan 22 Keeping Battery Charged Over... ... latest post 6:06:09 Sun Jan 22 Mark all forums read All times are GMT + 1 Hour Photo Gallery Hymer C-Classic 2005 Rate this Picture Join the Club Username : E-mail:(must be valid) Password : Password Confirm : Privacy Policy Log In Username: Password: Auto Log In: Latest Photo Wnnebago - 2005 Itasca Suncruiser Lifestyle Photo Gallery News Index Gallery Links Search Members -- -- FAQ Join the Club Log In The Motorhome Club 2004 :: Forum :: News :: Photos :: Motorhome Links :: FAQ :: Fleetwood RV News :: Winnebago News :: Low Band Motorhome Club 1st25 2004 :: PHP :: phpBB 2004 :: Linux :: Smartor :: John Kirkham :: Apache :: Magic :: MySQL

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StreetWise RV Guide — Is the RV Safe and Reliable? StreetWise Home > RV Guide Home > Is the RV Safe and Reliable? Is the RV Safe and Reliable? About the web site links on this page Whether you buy new or used, the key to smart RV buying is knowing the quality and condition of the specific RV you want to buy. We've got lots of good tips and sites here for you. Check out reviews on the RV models you like. The following are just a few of the many websites that offer RV reviews. There are a number of sites with owner's reviews, which are generally freer to offer a full range of pros and cons than some magazine reviews. In addition to using the following sites, you can also enter the name of the model you like into your search engine followed by "RV review" to search for reviews of that specific model. Owner Reviews RV America Owner's Reviews allows you to browse or search reviews. Owners may provide a very detailed review as well as ratings for product, dealer, and manufacturer. MotorhomeReviewOnline.com Reviews are accessed by scrolling through them. Results from owner surveys are provided numerically. You can request specific info on a motorhome. If you currently own an RV, you may complete a 25-question survey about your motorhome and complete a review of it. The RVClub has owner-written RV reviews by RVClub members. You don't have to be a member to read the reviews. Reviews rate the RV from 1 (worst) to 5 (best). The database may be searched by any of the following criteria: rating, model year, manufacturer, model, and RV type. Reviewers indicate how long they've owned the RV, whether they purchased it new or used, good points, bad points, and any other comments. RV Magazines These magazines offer reviews. In general only a few reviews are posted on their websites. MotorHome RV Gazette RV Life Trailer Life Family Motor Coaching is the magazine of the Family Motor Coach Association Critical steps for checking out an RV, if you are buying used RVs go from very simple to very, very complex. Some of the ultra top-end RVs nearly require a full-time mechanic to service their very complex systems. Mechanical problems, whatever the unit, multiply if you're buying used, and many problems aren't readily visible to even the most sophisticated auto mechanic. That's why StreetWise recommends that you always follow these steps when buying a used RV. Critical Tip! Don't buy an RV without talking to the previous owner! (If you are looking at a used RV at a dealership and they won't or can't give you the name of the previous owner, look for an RV for which this information is available.) Ask the previous owner: Where or from whom did you buy the RV? Why are you selling the RV? Who was your RV mechanic and how do I call that person? Did you keep maintenance records, and can I see them? Did you ever have any insurance claims on this rig? How long has the RV been for sale? (RV owners are much more likely to negotiate if their RV has been on the market for a long time.) Critical Tip! Don't buy any RV without taking it for an extensive "test drive." Even if you're not yet an RVer and are very uncomfortable at the wheel or uncomfortable towing, you must do this. RVs are like cars in many ways: you'll feel comfortable in some of them and very uncomfortable in others. If you're really too uncomfortable to do the driving why not bring along an experienced RVer to help you evaluate the RV? A friend or a member of a RV club would do this just to help you. Or, you can retain a mechanic to be the driver (not a bad idea, particularly if you are spending a lot of money on a RV.) Critical tip! Don't buy a used RV without having it checked out by an experienced mechanic. If you're buying an expensive motorized rig, this advice is doubly important. You can generally find qualified mechanics by talking with large, licensed RV dealers. If you're doubly careful, don't use a mechanic who works for the selling dealer. Hire a mechanic from another dealership. Having a mechanic thoroughly check the RV may cost you $100-300, depending upon the size and complexity of the rig, but this money is the best money you can spend. What are the key questions to ask a qualified mechanic? First, tell the mechanic about your conversation with the previous owner. Then ask the mechanic: How much will it cost me to put this entire rig in good running order? How many useful hours do the drivetrain and other major mechanical elements have before I need to either replace or rebuild them? Structurally, what is the condition of the frame? Checking out the general dependability of all RVs Generally speaking in the RV world, you get what you pay for. Some RVs are famous for durability; others are noted for their flimsiness. Among the best sources for dependability information are current owners of the RV you're considering. In addition to the RV owner review sites above, here are additional RV chat rooms, forums and rating services. Many chat rooms and forums, incidentally, allow you to post your own questions and concerns even before you buy an RV. There are also some good inspection checklists that will help you evaluate a rig yourself. If it doesn't pass your inspection, you may wish to cross it off your list before paying for a mechanic to check it out. We also give you a way to check to see if the RV is affected by any recalls. Chat Rooms and Forums The Open Roads Forum Forums/Bulletin Board/Chat Room list from rvNetLinx iRV2.com Forums A tip: The RV Consumer Group does an excellent job of rating RVs by highway safety, reliability, and value. The group's site has no advertising, which insures its independence. They charge about $100 for a one-year membership to RV reviews. If you are thinking of major RV purchase, we strongly recommend this service. RV Clubs A tip: virtually all RVs have "clubs" associated with them. Visit a major RV club event, and you may be able to find owners of RVs that interest you. Here's a link to help you find club events. RV Owners Clubs from rvNetLinx. You can also find clubs by entering the make of the RV and the words "club" and "association" in your favorite search engine. Inspection Checklists An RV Inspection Checklist form is included in the RV Consumer Group's basic membership. RV Safety's basic checklist focuses on getting ready to travel but can also be used in a pre-purchase evaluation. RV Inspection Checklist from the RVClub's RVing 101. Recalls Check out recalls for your RV by searching the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration Recall Database. You can also search complaints, defect investigations, and service bulletins. 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