Shopping At The
"Georgia Jubilee"
Come out to explore motorhomes galore — and head
indoors for exhibits of all sorts at FMCA's 77th International Convention in
Perry, Georgia. By Robbin Gould & Peggy
Jordan
FMC STAFF It sure is convenient to find
lots of items you like to shop for, all in one place. So goes the reasoning
behind setting up a multitude of motorhomes and bus conversions, not to mention
hundreds of exhibitor booths, at each FMCA convention. Attendees love it because
it saves time and really lets them compare the features of various products.
Exhibitors love it, too, because they know they'll set up shop in a place
teeming with RV enthusiasts. The shopping at FMCA's next international convention
— the "Georgia
Jubilee" this month in Perry, Georgia — will commence on Monday, March 19, at
3:00 p.m., when the "Motorhome Preview" gets under way. For the next four hours
FMCA members will be able to get a head start in their explorations of the many
type A, type B, and type C motorhomes and custom coach conversions open for
their perusal. Then, on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, March 20, 21, and 22,
both the coach displays and the indoor exhibits will be open from 8:30 a.m. to
5:00 p.m.
To help you get ready to shop, we've assembled this listing of the exhibitors
and the items they plan to display in Perry. Keep in mind that last-minute
changes and deletions may alter this list.
The nonstick cookware from A&B Products (772-460-0105,
FL) will be accompanied by fine-looking 14-karat lab-created diamonds. Pick out
a setting. You can sit back and let Aall-Brite RV Cleaning
Services (800-253-2678, TX) take care of your motorhome, as this company will
provide its coach cleaning services in Perry.
Cruisair-brand air-conditioning and heating systems
will be the featured performers under the AAP Inc. (804-633-9454, VA)
banner. Check out the assortment of Accuride wheels and Bostrom
seating that will be exhibited by Accuride Corporation (260-637-9198, IN).
Clean Dump RV sanitation systems will be set forth
by ACTech
Mfg. Inc. (360-798-2437, WA). Talk to
the people from Action Services LLC/Wilson Law
Offices (406-542-3518, MT) about the legal services they offer.
RV Power Tank and PressurePro tire-pressure
monitoring systems will be offered by Advanced Air Systems (801-243-7255, OH).
Representatives of Adventure Caravans Inc.
(800-872-7897, TX) will be in Perry to help you select your next RV excursion
from among the company's lineup of RV rallies and tours.
Look in the Country Coach display for
representatives from Al's Motor Homes (772-595-5922, FL), who will be glad to show you the
attributes of these beautiful homes on wheels.
Your next big trip to Alaska can include riding in
style along the Alaska ferry system. Representatives from Alaska Ferry Reservations
(800-526-6731, AK) will be on hand at the convention to provide information
about this service.
Brochures and promotional information for RVers
visiting Albuquerque and its popular Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
(888-422-7277, NM) will be available. Stop by to get details about area RV
parks, shopping, restaurants, etc.
Forged aluminum RV wheels and accessories will be
offered for inspection courtesy of Alcoa Wheel Products (330-222-1501, OH).
See for yourself why luxurious, practical Alfa
motorhomes, such as the Alfa Leisure or Alfa See Ya, are so popular among owners
at the Alfa Leisure Inc. (909-721-1433, CA) display.
Yummy, versatile All Stars Dips (903-363-5452, TX)
will be available in Perry. Transmission
talk will fill a portion of the outdoor demonstration area as representatives of Allison Transmission (317-242-5000,
IN) explain the attributes of their products.
A plethora of handy items to make life easier will
be proffered by Almost Heaven Products (928-580-7394, AZ). The company's
lineup, a part of the Professional RV Vendors Chapter (PRVVC) area, will include
microfiber coach-cleaning cloths and bath sheets; new locking microfiber mops;
Lip Ink; Crystal nail files; clip hangers; and sun visors.
Luxury living is found in the Alpine Coach
(509-457-4133, WA) motorhome line, manufactured by Western Recreational
Vehicles. The company will exhibit its Alpine Coach Limited SE and Apex
motorhomes. Always Charming by Jene (317-513-9041, IN) will offer
fashion jewelry that will help brighten a lady's wardrobe.
The Prevost display in Perry will include coaches
that have been turned into luxurious homes on wheels by Amadas Coach Corporation
(757-925-2862, VA). Take a walk through them and you'll be impressed.
Bright new American Tradition, American Heritage,
and American Eagle motorhomes will lure onlookers into the American Coach
(951-351-3500, CA) display.
Learn more about the benefits of owning a lot at American
Motor Coach Resorts (251-962-6224, AL) while you're in Perry. You can view
site plans and consider getting your own home away from home in Gulf Shores,
Alabama. To learn about RV-specialty
insurance coverage, visit the booth occupied by Aon Recreation Insurance (310-606-4105, CA).
The PRVVC display will include items from AP Products/US
Gear (800-874-3271, IN), such as Unified tow brakes, D-Celerator diesel
exhaust brakes, and chrome turn-downs. Need
some RV service or repairs while in Georgia? Visit the booth occupied by Apalachee RV Center Inc. (770-868-0999, GA) to
schedule an appointment at this Auburn, Georgia, facility.
Spiff up your coach inside and out with RV cleaning
services from APC Detailing (315-638-2902, NY).
Vermont is the setting for an RV park called Apple Island
Resort (802-372-3800, VT). Stop by the company's booth to learn more.
A veritable feast of iron-on appliqués, crystals,
studs, ladies' T-shirts, and blouses will be served up by Applique Buffet
(915-217-3887, TX). The outdoor
demonstration area will have something you'll want to try: an aqua massage
machine from Aqua Massage and More
(423-336-2112, TN). FMCA members who are
familiar with the Aqua-Hot heating system from Aqua-Hot Heating Systems Inc. (303-659-8221, CO) know of its
ability to provide continuous domestic hot water and interior heat at the same
time. The Aqua-Hot is available as original equipment or can be retrofitted.
Related accessories also will be on display.
Atwood Mobile Products (574-266-4823, IN) of Elkhart,
Indiana, will exhibit an array of motorhome appliances and accessories,
including water heaters, Hydro Flame furnaces, Wedgewood ranges and ovens,
LevelLegs, and ProTechTor LP-gas alarms.
Stop by to see what's new under the sun at Awnings by Zip
Dee Inc. (847-437-0980, IL). This company makes regular motorhome patio
awnings; automatic awnings; awnings for windows, doors, and slideouts; as well
as matching chairs, screen rooms, sunshades, mats, and other accessories.
RV financing services will be offered by staff
from Bank
Of The West (925-280-7965, CA). Head
east to see the beautiful rocky coastline of Bar Harbor, Maine, while you stay
at the Bar Harbor Camping Resort (866-917-4300,
ME). Learn more about this facility by stopping by the company's booth in Perry.
Representatives from Bayley's Camping Resort
(207-883-6043, ME), located in Scarborough, Maine, will be on hand to answer
your questions about their 300-acre resort, which has a new "big rigs" section
and is scheduled to open in June 2007.
A full complement of new motorhomes from Country
Coach and Monaco will be shown by sales reps from Beaudry RV (520-901-4549,
480-644-0330, AZ) of Tucson and Mesa, Arizona.
Belt R Us/Joey Beds Cargo Drawers (240-882-0045, MD)
will have handy Joey Bed cargo drawers for your coach. Look, too, for chairs and
stadium seats.
Riteline water-saver products will be joined by
Jiffy Seats at the Benedict Sports/Jiffy Seat (252-586-2248, NC) booth.
Get some comfort for your "sole" from Best Sole Inc.
(423-313-4279, TN). Check out the soothing, massaging shoe insoles purveyed by
this company. The lovely Bethpage Camp Resort (804-758-4349, VA)
should be on your itinerary as you travel through Virginia. Resort
representatives will be on hand in Perry to offer more information.
Think outside the beam and you'll get the idea
behind Beyond Bulbs Inc. (813-391-5650, FL), which sells lighting accessories
and more. Products by Streamlight and Pelican, plus Inova flashlights; smoke
hoods; safety equipment; TurboFlares; and Synergy products will be on hand.
Big Rigs Best Bets (830-792-9170, TX) has
recently released the seventh edition of the Big Rigs Best Bets
Campground Directory, which provides straight talk and credible information
about campgrounds that motorhomers can rely on. The authors have personally
visited the more than 1,000 parks listed in their directory. They'll be on hand
in Perry as you peruse this spiral-bound, user-friendly guide, which now also
covers the Canadian Maritime provinces. Additional sections feature Wi-Fi parks,
selected diesel fuel stops, restaurant tips, and instant-on phone parks. The Big
Rigs Best Bets display will include information about seven RV parks.
Pooler, Georgia, is the home of Bill Waits RV
(912-748-7474, GA), whose representatives will be showing you through Forest
River motorhomes in the outdoor display.
Take the shock out of the road with the help of Bilstein
Shock Absorbers (858-386-5900, CA). Bilstein manufactures shocks that are
specifically designed for motorhome applications, increasing driving safety and
comfort. Be sure to inspect the Wanderlodge M380 and its larger sibling, the Wanderlodge
450 LXi. To do so, make tracks to the Blue Bird Coachworks (478-822-2247, GA) display.
Many RVers trust towing equipment from Blue Ox
(402-385-3051, NE). Convention-goers will be able to check out Blue Ox towing
and braking systems, steering controls, tire monitoring devices, carriers, and
RV accessories. Check out American Indian
silver, stones, balms, and CDs at the Bonnie & Clyde's Native American Silver (937-927-5354, OH) display.
For more than 35 years now, Born Free Motorcoach
(800-247-1835, IA) has been making type C coaches with class. See a variety of
them, including the 32-foot President, which was featured in the February 2007
issue of Family Motor Coaching. Other models on
hand may include the 22-foot Built For Two, the 24- and 26-foot Rear Bath, and
the 26-foot Rear Side Bed.
The EZ Bun and Flexi 8 barrettes will be the fun
items under the banner of Bows By Lisa Luann (951-805-1719, TN).
Located in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Buckhorn Lake
Resort (830-895-0007, TX) offers genuine Texas hospitality at a first-class
destination resort. Stop by the company's section in the Big Rigs Best Bets
display to learn more about the resort's numerous amenities. In The Club at
Buckhorn section, a community designed exclusively for type A motorhomes, lots
can be customized with an optional coach house, including guest/living quarters.
Representatives from two locations of Buddy Gregg Motor
Homes Inc. (800-421-0031, TN; 800-858-7139, TX) will be glad to show you a
dazzling array of Prevost conversions.
Cordpro cord reels help keep things safe and handy, and are a good addition to
your coach. Burktek Inc. (816-734-0340, MO) will have
plenty to choose from. Get the scoop about
RV resorts operated by Cal-Am Resorts (480-854-1778, AZ) at the company's display.
Your chapter's next rally location could be in
Gillette, Wyoming, at Cam-Plex Multi-Event Facilities (307-682-0552, WY). Stop by
the company's booth in the PRVVC exhibit to find out about the amenities
available at this site. Exhibit offerings
from Camco Manufacturing/Right Now
Services (800-334-2004, NC) will include a host of RV products: Rhino Flex
sewer hose kits with fittings; mini dish pans; the "Fridge Brace"; TST Orange
Drop Ins; slideout corner guards; Twist-It clamps; RV step rugs; reversible
awning mats; Power Grip electrical protectant lube and Power Grip electrical
extenders and adapters; gutter spouts; screen door openers; sink strainer;
warning triangles; RV rubber roof patch kits; bathroom accessories, and more.
The Country Coach motorhomes in the outdoor display
area will attract you for a closer look. That's when representatives from Camper's RV
Center (318-938-5441, LA) will be ready to assist you with any questions you
may have about these prized homes on wheels.
Learn about the advantages of campground
memberships from officials of Campground Membership Outlet (800-272-0401, FL).
If you currently have or are looking for memberships
in Coast to Coast, RPI, Thousand Trails, NACO, Western Horizons, Outdoor
Resorts, Outdoor World, and more, you will want to talk to representatives at
the Campground Membership Resales/MEI (352-242-4461, FL) display, located
in the PRVVC encampment.
RV accessories to clean, adorn, and outfit your
rolling yacht from stem to stern will be available from Camping World (800-626-6189,
KY). Look for the supermarket-sized display in the indoor exhibit area.
It's a carefree life with an awning from Carefree Of
Colorado (303-469-3324, CO), which was featured in the February 2007 issue
of Family Motor Coaching magazine. Talk to company
representatives about the many types of awnings and related accessories that can
add "coolness" to your coach.
You'll meet representatives from Carolina Coach & Camper
(828-459-9790, NC) in the Country Coach motorhome display area.
Cottonseed-brand clothing, which is designed for
travelers, will be featured by Casual Cottons (570-437-3333, PA) in the PRVVC
display. Check out diesel power the Caterpillar Inc.
(309-675-5260, IL) way and determine whether a Caterpillar engine might be the
motive force in your next coach. Chariot (574-264-7577, IN) motorhomes will be on
display in Perry.
Visit with members of the Cherry Hill Park family
as you relax at the Cherry Hill Park (800-801-6449, MD) booth. While there, you
can learn about the "monumental" camping experiences available near this RV
resort in College Park, Maryland, a short drive from Washington, D.C. In
addition to its great location, the campground offers fine amenities and
friendly service. Pretty "popcorn"-style
blouses, hats, jewelry, dresses, and accessories will lure ladies to the Christine Collection (717-545-2465,
PA) booth. Figure out your location — and
the best way to your destination, too — with a Sunrise navigation system from Churchill Navigation
(303-449-2610, CO). Various RV products
from Class A Concepts
(734-834-0848, MI) will include items such as Crossfire and Tire Sentry tire
pressure monitors; Velvac mirrors; Alcoa wheel products; RejeX wax; and more.
The company will be found in the PRVVC display.
The Classic Scent/Classic Design (800-424-9604, NC)
people make a variety of products — Classic Scent potpourri is just one of
them. The company also manufactures and holds the patent on its Armrest
Saddlebag Organizer and Classy Comfort seat belt adjuster. In addition, Classic
Design's custom-embroidered handbags and beachbags are made in the USA.
Ladies, increase your style quotient by selecting
clothing, handbags, hats, jewelry, sunglasses, and miscellaneous items from the Classy Lady Boutique (321-446-6796, TX), which will be located in the PRVVC display.
Control your motorhome's water purity with EcoQuest products. EcoQuest also
makes air purification systems and laundry purification products. Learn more at
the Clean Air Works (651-771-7889, MN) booth.
The PRVVC area will have a multitude of helpful
items for the RVer brought to you by Cleaning Products Company (253-691-4027, SD):
RV Quick shades, Piranha and Solution products; microfiber towels; White Diamond
polish; Mr. Leather; and Alcoa wheel brighteners.
Everything you need in a luxury motorhome, but in a
smaller package, can be found in the beautiful Platinum motorhomes crafted by Coach House Inc. (941-485-0984, FL). Convention-goers will be able to
check out these beauties, which boast a patented one-piece fiberglass shell.
Learn more about FMCA's Emergency Roadside
Assistance and Technical Referral Program from representatives of Coach-Net
(877-801-0333, AZ), the company that provides this valuable benefit. The
Coach-Net team consists of certified RV and chassis technicians who are
available to assist motorhomers 24 hours a day.
Beautifully converted coaches will be set forth by Coachcraft
By MacDonald (706-562-0510, GA) of Columbus, Georgia.
Check out fun fashion jewelry from Coastal Reflections
(956-425-7858, TX). RV
accessories from Coffelt & Co./Performance Products
(503-939-6575, TX) will be found in the PRVVC display area.
From storing to carrying to connecting to cooking,
products from Coil n' Wrap (903-353-1735, TX) are designed to make life safer and
easier for RVers as they travel down the road. The lineup, which will be found
in the PRVVC exhibit area, includes stuff for inside and outside your home on
wheels. Let the knowledgeable sales
representatives from Colfax
Country RV (336-996-6661, NC) show you through Alfa Leisure motorhomes in the
outdoor display area. The PRVVC display
space will have Nova massage pillows and Quick choppers from Colonial Home Products (401-261-8208, RI).
Country Coach Inc. (800-654-0223, OR) invites
convention-goers to explore its 2008 models, which will include the Intrigue
530, Magna 640, and Affinity 700 Custom, plus the Tribute Touring Edition and
the Rhapsody 900. The Intrigue 530 features a new 15,000-pound hitch rating,
power driver toll window, and powered roller day-night shade system. A new 2008
Intrigue floor plan, called the Splendor, will debut in Perry. New features for
the Magna 630 and Affinity 700 include standard Cummins ISX 600-horsepower
engines; standard radiant floor heat in the galley and bath; powered full-bay
rollout storage trays; and a memory system for the steering column, pedals, and
driver's seat, among other features. The newest Affinity also has Xenon
headlights, LED taillights, and two-burner touch pad-controlled electric cook
tops. Features on the high-end Rhapsody 900 include a powerful Caterpillar C15
engine, which offers 625 horsepower and 2,050 pound-feet torque, teamed with the
new Cat CX Series transmission. It has a steerable rear tag axle. Be sure to
spend some time touring the entire Country Coach line.
Hand-crafted glycerine soap and handmade quilts
are not a thing of the past. You can still enjoy both at the convention with a
visit to the Country Memories (660-731-5366, MO) exhibit.
Stay safe and assured that your tires have the right
air pressure by using PressurePro tire monitors and Wheelmasters valve
extensions from Coyote Enterprises (520-203-1812, OH).
Need to pick up a gift or two for your pals back
home? You can get a great country-style meal and do that, too, when you pull
over for a break at a Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (615-202-0087, TN). This
popular roadside stop offers meals using old-fashioned recipes, and includes an
array of general merchandise that includes everything from clothing to candy.
Bet you'll stop back soon! If it's time to
address the nicks and dents outside your coach — or the outdated look inside —
talk to folks from Creative Coach
Collision Repair & Design Center (863-984-3439, FL). They can provide
collision repairs, custom paint work, and interior updates.
RV lots for sale are the specialty of CRF Communities
(863-370-3303, FL) of Polk City, Florida.
Give your motorhome new interior touches with Hi-Tech Heat and Flexstone from Cross Country Products (877-656-6685, WA).
Better-tasting food from your galley will be the
result with the Rub Me Tender and Butter Ups, available from Crow Hill Plantation
(843-545-7214, SC). In the Jayco motorhome
display, look for sales representatives from Crown RV (770-483-5057, GA) of Conyers, Georgia.
Jayco motorhomes also will be shown by helpful folks
from CSRA Camperland Inc. (706-863-6294, GA), of Martinez, Georgia.
Cummins Inc. (812-377-4771, IN) officials will be
happy to explain the newest enhancements that have been built into the company's
diesel motorhome engines. Custom Coach Connection (619-300-3114, SD) keeps
mobile travelers connected with MotoSat TV and Internet satellite systems,
Internet In Motion cellular mobile Internet access, and Wi-Fi access products.
RV financing services from Customer One Financial
(860-388-1121, CT) will be available in Perry.
Cypress Woods RV Resort/Golden Palms Motorcoach Resort (239-694-2191, FL) will be providing resort information in the Big Rigs Best
Bets enclave. Spicer axles, LMS hubs, and
VORAD products will be set forth by Dana Corporation (269-567-1239, MI).
The town of Freedom, New Hampshire, is the home of Danforth
Bay Camping Resort (603-539-2069, NH). Stop by the company's booth to get
more info. Weather-monitoring equipment
from Davis Instruments
(510-732-9229, CA) can help you stay safe on the road. While you're looking at
the Vantage Pro and Weather Wizard in the company's display, you also can
consider vehicle data-recording products such as the CarChip and DriveRight.
Wherever you go in the world, Delorme (207-846-7000,
ME) can help you keep track of your trip. Earthmate GPS systems, Street Atlas
USA 2007 software, Street Atlas 2006 handheld systems, and Topo USA mapping
software will be available in Perry. At the Demco-Dethmers Mfg. Co. (712-725-2311, IA)
display, you'll find myriad solutions to your towing needs. Look for the Excali-Bar
steel tow bar, the Aluminator aluminum tow bar, the Kwik-Tow tow bar, tow bar
accessories, and Kar Kaddy and Tow-It tow dollies.
Enjoy the delicious treats at FMCA's Ice Cream
Social at this convention in Perry sponsored by Dempsey & Siders Agency Inc.
(513-891-4400, OH). This company offers FMCA members a discount on a variety of
motorhome insurance plans. They're sure to have something to suit your needs,
whether you're a full-timer or a first-time motorhome owner.
Destination Financial Services (406-721-2562, MT)
hopes to be your destination for RV financing and insurance services during the
convention. Diesel power is a must for many
RVers interested in performance and reliability. Check out the newest technology
engineered into Detroit
Diesel (313-592-5112, MI) engines, and peruse the related parts and
maintenance products that will accompany them.
Safeguard your motorhome's exterior with Diamond
Shield (888-806-5862, NY), a clear paint protection film that also is
suitable for use on trucks, motorcycles, boats — even race cars. Several motorhome manufacturers use Diamond Shield as a standard or optional factory
item on their new coaches. Dollywood (865-428-9802, TN) representatives will be
in Perry with information about all the fun shows and attractions you can enjoy
at this theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
RV life truly can be "the life" with the help of Dometic
Corporation (574-389-3772, IN). Its numerous brands of appliances and RV
components, which include Dometic refrigerators and microwave ovens, A&E
awnings, SeaLand toilets, and Duo-Therm climate control systems, plus vacuum
systems, will be available for inspection.
The folks from Dream RV (941-748-8889, FL) will be
happy to show you the great attributes of Mandalay motorhomes.
Massage units that take the stress out of massaging
are the specialty of Dreams R Us (352-597-9592, FL). Stop by to inspect ProMax,
RollerMax, and Stress Stopper massage products.
Dri Wash N Guard (760-346-1984, CA) products will be
available in Perry. Turn to Duncan Systems Inc. (574-294-6852, IN) for
service and replacement of motorhome windshields and side glass.
Motorhome models will fill the Dynamax Corporation
(888-295-7859, IN) display: the Grand Sport Ultra, the ISATA, and the Dyna
Quest.
Cubic zirconia looks very similar to diamonds,
and is used in a variety of jewelry settings for men and women by Dynamic
Expressions (281-356-1424, TX).
Helpful, practical stuff from E-Z Fix USA
(941-721-1902, FL) will include E-Z Fix industrial glue products, personal
health care tools, precision tools, and small pocket knives.
Eagle Point Trading Co. (706-359-7805, GA) will set up
shop with an intriguing passel of products. They'll include Battery Equalizer,
Sand-A-Way entrance mats, Dynamo flashlights, magnetic jewelry, and cell phone
accessories, all in the PRVVC display. On
your way through Alaska soon? Be sure to get information from the helpful folks
who run Eagle's Rest RV Park (907-835-2373, AK),
located in Valdez.
Hughes Autoformers and AEC voltage meters will
spark interest at the Eaton Sales (435-632-9181, UT) booth, located in the PRVVC
display. Acquaint yourself with the books
and training on financial services and financial planning available from Educational Seminars of
America (321-728-0210, FL). FMCA
members will be welcomed to the Coach House display by representatives from Encore RV (936-569-1600, TX).
Give your digital images and home DVDs the best
possible look with products from Epson (562-290-4326, CA). Inspect the PictureMate,
MovieMate, R380, R260, RX580, and P3000 printers.
Keep a level head on the road with the help of Equalizer
Systems (800-846-9659, IN). The company's hydraulic lifting and leveling
systems will be on display. Talk to experts
who know all the ins and outs of traveling in Europe. Visit the European Motorhome Tours (520-205-0841, OH) display,
where knowledgeable reps will be providing information about the services they
offer. Head for the booths occupied by the
Family Motor Coach
Association (800-543-3622, OH), where you can learn more about your
membership benefits. A Chapter Services Department representative will be on
hand to share information about joining an FMCA chapter. In addition, free
Internet access will be available at a nearby booth. Venture to the FMCA Store
booths, also nearby, and be sure to inspect all of the FMCA logo items,
including shirts, jackets, hats, and myriad accessories. FMCA national officers
will be providing news about upcoming area rallies as well.
Fan-Tastic Vent products, including the
12-volt-powered Endless Breeze fan, will be available for inspection courtesy of Fan-Tastic Vent
Florida Dist. (800-655-2644, FL). Fantasy RV Tours/Creative World Travel (970-642-4533,
CO) representatives will be on hand to describe itineraries for the company's
upcoming tours and rallies in locations around the world.
Visit Farm & City Insurance Services (641-585-2925,
IA) for information about their policies.
Nice touches for yourself, your coach, or your
stationary home made from antique silverplate and costume jewelry will be
offered by Feather Your Nest (419-624-8181, OH).
In the Prevost display area, look for Prevost
conversions created by Featherlite Luxury Coaches (407-323-1120, FL).
Financial Underwriters Network (800-231-4003, CT) will
make RV financing services available to convention attendees.
Representatives manning the Fire & Life Safety
(503-559-7623, OR) display will be happy to talk with you about equipping your
home on wheels with the proper fire extinguishers. The company's product line
includes foam extinguishers and many other RV-related fire emergency products.
"On the go" will have new meaning once you've had
the chance to inspect the gas- and electric-powered scooters and cycle bikes
exhibited by FlaCycle Inc. (941-926-8830, FL). Various accessories also will be
available. Head to Flags Galore 'N More (731-571-0002, TN) to
peruse a fun array of flagpoles; multiple-flag holders; flying birds; wind
socks; red, white, and blue sweatshirts; and all types of flag designs.
Innovation is the key feature for Fleetwood RV
(800-444-4905, CA) products on display in Perry. The American Coach line now
features full-wall slideout floor plans on American Eagle and American Tradition
(42F) coaches. The 2007 American Eagle also features a Special Edition model
with a mid-coach desk and exclusive DuPont Chromallusion exterior paint (45D).
Of course, the American Coach line wouldn’t be complete without the lavish 2007
American Heritage, which now features a quadruple-slideout floor plan (45A). New
for the Revolution LE in 2007 is the 42-foot model with tag axle (42N) and the
full-wall slideout floor plan (40V). The Discovery, one of the first diesel
pushers to include a full-wall slideout floor plan option, has been completely
redesigned for the 2007 model year and features a mid-coach TV floor plan (40X).
Excursion, Providence, Bounder Diesel, and Expedition all feature full-wall
slideout floor plans, too. With standard full-body paint and mid-coach TV floor
plans on the Excursion and Providence, these diesel pushers are the definition
of innovative styling. The elegant 2007 Pace Arrow also features a new mid-coach
TV floor plan (38P). Also sure to draw attention is the 2007 Southwind, with its
new 35-foot triple-slideout floor plan (35A). The all-new Terra LX and Fiesta LX
gasoline-powered, value-priced coaches have full-body paint and abundant
storage, including large pass-through basement storage. Don’t miss a chance to
check them out for yourself. Look, too, for the 2007 Tioga SL, Fleetwood’s
popular type C motorhome now featuring a full-body paint option.
Gas grills, TDI power cord and hose reels, Coach
Step power steps from SCS, and grab handles will be available from Fleming Sales Company
Inc. (574-295-0234, IN). The
high-quality look of granite without the heavy weight? Yes, it's possible with
Granite Lite surfaces, which will be exhibited by Flexstone
Inc. (877-656-6680, OR). Countertops and tiles will be available for
inspection. Florida Grande Motor Coach Resort (813-862-2669, FL)
is a new resort for type A motorhomes located in Center Hill, Florida, the heart
of "the real Florida." It offers amenities galore and concrete pads with full
hookups, all of which are a minimum of 54 feet by 90 feet in size. The optional
Grande Suite provides nearly 400 square feet of living and storage area. Preview
the company's other new project, the Enclave at the Southern Cross Ranch, too.
Information about these resorts will be available at the Big Rigs Best Bets
display.
Stop at Flying J Inc. (801-624-1132, UT) the next time
you're traveling and use your Real Value Club card to get deals on fuel, LP gas,
and more. Learn more at the company's booth.
Take your water transportation anywhere with a
Folbot folding kayak. These lightweight and convenient-to-carry boats let you
explore parts of the world you'd never see otherwise. Folbot Inc. (276-223-2797,
SC) representatives will be at the convention.
Inspect the chassis manufactured by Ford Motor Company
(630-353-1300, IL), which form the foundation for many of today's motorhomes.
Berkshire, Tsunami, and Charleston motorhomes from Forest
River Inc. (574-389-4600, IN) will surely attract oodles of onlookers in the
coach display area. The new Berkshire diesel has a Freightliner raised-rail
chassis, fiberglass roof, full body paint, and two quad-slideout floor plans.
Buyers can choose either a 300-horsepower Cummins or 330-horsepower
Mercedes-Benz engine option. The coach also has a slideout generator housing and
a wraparound cockpit area. The Charleston diesel is available with a
330-horsepower Mercedes-Benz or 400-horsepower Cummins engine option and is also
built on the Freightliner raised-rail chassis. It, too, has full body paint, a
fiberglass roof, an automatic generator slideout, a wraparound cockpit area, and
four quad-slideout floor plans.
Convention-goers will want to inspect the new
generation of luxury motorhomes from Foretravel Inc. (936-564-8367, TX): the Phenix
custom coach and the Nimbus. Look in the
PRVVC exhibit area for Frame-Rite/Plak-R
(775-560-4428, NV), which will set forth its RV plaque-mounting system for motorhomes.
Also in the PRVVC display will be Fran's Concepts
(352-212-5858, FL), which specializes in microfiber products for multipurpose
cleaning. Many new items for 2007 have been added — they can be used on
vehicles, at home, for personal care, and even for pet care. Cleaning cloths,
towels, chamois, buffing/polishing towels, mirror/glass cloths, applicator pads,
dusters, mitts, kitchen sets, bath towels, mats, and turbans all made with
microfiber fabric will be available for inspection. Look, too, for Dusterators,
mops with telescoping poles, and California Blades (squeegees).
You'll have the opportunity to visit Freightliner Custom
Chassis (864-206-8638, SC) in the outdoor exhibit area and view the company's
diesel-powered motorhome chassis firsthand.
Gail and Alex Marksz will bring an assortment of
gorgeous silver, gold, and gemstone rings, bracelets, and necklaces to Perry.
Look for them under the G&A Jewelry (561-745-4099, FL) sign.
Information about Gardens RV Village (931-456-7794,
TN), a home-base community located in beautiful Crossville, Tennessee, will be
available at the convention. SeeLevel tank
monitors will be offered for inspection by Garnet Technologies Inc. (817-578-8601, TX).
RV financing services from GE Money (949-489-4668,
CA), will be available in Perry.
High-performance Quietpact and Primepact generators, designed specifically for
type A and type C motorhomes, promise to provide the "juice" that your coach
needs. Various sizes of these gen sets, which are available in gasoline, LP-gas,
and diesel versions, will fill the Generac Power Systems
Inc. (262-473-5514, WI) display. Talk
insurance with the friendly folks from Gilbert RV
Insurance Inc. (407-382-3344, FL).
Need an awning? Look at the many different types you
can choose from at the Girard Systems (800-382-8442, CA) display: patio
awnings, window awnings, slideout awnings, and door awnings, all in colors and
styles to match your motorhome's decor. Glendinning Marine Products (843-399-6146, SC) can
ease the motorhome hose hassle. The Hosemaster makes quick work of storing and
retrieving the motorhome water hose, and the Cablemaster does likewise with
electrical cords. You'll be able to inspect these useful products at the
"Georgia Jubilee" convention.
Back in the day, tunes were tunes. If you miss them, check out the music
collections from the 1940s, '50s, and '60s that Golden
Oldies (845-342-0657, NY) will be offering.
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (330-796-0026, OH) will
send knowledgeable company reps to talk about Goodyear's RV-specific motorhome
tires. Inspect them in the outdoor demonstration area.
When the wind blows, wind spinners from Granny's Gone
Wild (727-744-4837, FL) go into action. The spinners are reflective and sport
laser-cut designs. Set some up at your next campsite, or in your backyard.
Guaranty RV Super Centers (541-998-2333, OR) will
represent an impressive array of Alpine Coach (Western RV) motorhomes.
Look for a shiny new contingent of Gulf Stream Coach
Inc. (800-289-8787, IN) motorhomes in the outdoor display area. The Crescendo
8390 CRW is built on a raised-rail chassis and offers three-zone living. It is
powered by a front diesel engine and is available in three floor plans. The Tour
Master T40F has a full-wall slideout and a dry sauna. The Independence 8367 I is
offered in the Atrium triple-slideout floor plan, and the Sun Voyager 8389MXG
features three-zone living space and a king-size bed floor plan.
The flooring and related supplies from
Habegger Flooring
Distributors (260-724-2180, IN) may be just what you need to brighten up or
refresh your motorhome's interior. A
variety of products will appear under the Hadley
Products (574-293-5669, IN) banner, including mirrors, air horns, and height
control valves. Check out a most unusual
and enlightening collection at the Harold Warp Pioneer Village (308-832-1181, NE) in Minden, Nebraska. It
includes a huge array of items from the past, such as 12 historic buildings,
antique cars, art by Currier and Ives, and much more. A campground is on the
premises. Stop by the exhibit booth in Perry to learn more.
Whip up tasty meals The Healthy Gourmet (352-357-1063,
FL) way using the company's line of Americraft waterless cookware and related
kitchen equipment. Mmmmmm. Comfy, warm,
in-floor electrical heating for your motor coach is the specialty of Hi-Tech Heat (877-656-6685, OR).
An assortment of items will fill the booth occupied
by Hildale
Enterprises (936-689-3098, OH), in the PRVVC display. You'll find holding
tank chemicals, EMS monitors, battery equalizers, Red Line products, mini
massagers, and more RV accessories. Hilton Head Motorcoach Resort/ORA (843-785-7699, SC)
will be represented in Perry, with information available about this vacation
spot in scenic Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
A fleet of motorhomes from Alfa Leisure will be
ready for your examination, with sales representatives from Holiday Kamper RV
(704-873-9959, NC) happy to provide assistance.
FMCAers will be welcomed by representatives from Holland
Motor Homes (800-221-7197, MI; 800-691-4464, CA) in the Blue Bird motorhome
display. Type B motorhomes from Coach House
will be shown to convention-goers by representatives of Hood RV (256-353-8712, AL), of
Decatur, Alabama. Horizons Limited (770-330-6935, GA) will have plenty
of goods to make RV travel more fun. Inspect soft-sided coolers, adjustable and
telescoping rakes, folding and rolling carts, plus chairs, air chairs, hats, and
more. HWH Corporation (800-321-3494, IA) will set up shop
with its hydraulic leveling systems and hydraulic room extension systems. In
addition, the company will have a bevy of new items on hand. These include the HWH Active Air suspension system, the HWH Straight-Acting jack leveling system
for type B and C motorhomes, HWH hydraulic dual-direction cargo slides, and
full-wall room extension systems. Ladies,
get more I-Appeal (863-452-2430, FL) with a
stop at this booth. Decorated T-shirts, dickies, sleeve pins, and scarves can
update your outfits. The company's fun wind spirals will catch your attention
also. DataStorm satellite Internet systems
will be exhibited in Perry by Indyne Mobile Internet (770-403-3968, GA).
Motor coach conversion services by Innovative Coach
Works (316-794-2831, KS) include expertise in coach systems and upgrades. If
you're a converted coach owner, or considering purchasing a bus conversion, talk
to representatives of this company from the Wichita, Kansas, area.
Batteries and related accessories will power the
conversation in the Interstate Batteries (972-715-6756, TX) display.
It's probably easier than you think to have a
central vacuum system installed in your coach, and once it's there, consider how
easy it will be on cleaning day. Experts from Intervac Design Corporation
(772-463-1400, FL) will be on hand to explain how it can be done.
Oasis modular heating systems will be available
from ITR
Inc. (360-931-6916, WA). Smooth out the
road ahead of you, no matter where you're going, with shock absorbers from ITT Koni (859-586-4100, KY). These
externally adjustable shock absorbers enable RV owners to set a coach's ride the
way they like it.
Breathable RV ground mats and awning sun shades
can turn the patio area just outside your motorhome door into a comfortable
living space. Check out the colors and sizes available from
J&J Sunshades
(863-679-5428, FL). Have a look at the
14-karat gold, diamond, gemstone, sterling-silver, motorhome, and American
Indian jewelry offered by JJ's Gold &
Gems (405-732-2533, OK) in the PRVVC area. Company reps also will have Tilley
hats and clothing on display. Jake Brake
vehicle and engine retarders are the specialty of Jacobs Vehicle Systems (860-769-7877, CT).
Get compliments when wearing the Indian jewelry you'll find at
Jan's Indian Jewelry (540-239-1730, NC).
Representatives of Jayco Inc. (800-825-8403, IN) will
travel to Perry with a fleet of new type C motorhomes you'll want to inspect.
Greyhawk, Seneca HD, and Melbourne coaches each have different features. The
company just introduced the Melbourne last fall as its newest gas-powered luxury
unit. The Seneca HD, a diesel coach, is built on a Chevrolet I-beam Wide Trac
chassis. The Greyhawk is built using a Ford chassis and boasts a Triton V-10
engine. In the PRVVC area, visit the Jewelry Connection
(479-253-5897, AR) for a look at Peppers 14-karat-gold designer earrings,
pendants, chains, and rings, and Rhodium sterling-silver jewelry.
Joey Bed Inc. (541-942-3888, OR) roll-out cargo
drawers organize and optimize the storage compartments of motorhomes and bus
conversions, enabling RVers to store almost anything and to retrieve it quickly
and easily. Check out the company's product line in the indoor exhibit area.
Stroll through Winnebago, Holiday Rambler,
Legendary, and Monaco motorhomes with helpful sales representatives from John Bleakley Motor
Homes Inc. (770-949-4500, GA), of Douglasville, Georgia. The Legendary luxury
coach is a 45-foot-long conversion based on the Prevost XLII shell. The entire
Monaco line will be included, too: Signature, Executive, Dynasty, Windsor,
Camelot, Diplomat, Knight, Cayman, LaPalma, and Monarch.
The oldest and largest campground franchise system
in the United States — Kampgrounds of America (406-248-7444, MT) — will be
represented at the "Georgia Jubilee" convention. Stop by to learn more about the
many fine KOA campgrounds you can encounter as you travel across the United
States and Canada. Friendly folks from Keystone RV Center (717-597-0939,
PA) will assist convention-goers in the Country Coach display.
Proudly show others that you're an FMCA member by
displaying your "goose egg" membership plaque. Kiley Mold Company (513-875-3223,
OH) is the official supplier of FMCA coach and towed vehicle plates, chapter
officer and national officer plates, mounting bracket kits, FMCA logo key return
tags, and FMCA logo hitch receiver covers. They'll be featured in the company's
display. King-Dome mobile satellite antenna
systems from King
Controls (952-922-6889, MN) enable RVers to enjoy the same vivid television
pictures on the road as they do in stationary homes. And to counteract the
effects of "rain fade," wherein rain and snow can sometimes adversely affect
signal reception, the company recommends its Dome Magic rain fade solution.
American-made kitchen accessories will be proffered
by Kitchen Craft International (352-483-7600, FL).
It would be a doggone shame if you were to miss the
boutique items for pooches set up by Kloud Nine Products LLC (941-923-2345, FL).
Pay a visit, and your four-legged friend will thank you.
KVH Industries Inc. (401-847-3327, RI) offers a
variety of communication options for today's technology-minded RVer. Company
reps will be glad to explain the features of TracVision satellite TV antenna
systems and TracPhone satellite phones.
Motorhome entry steps and related items are the specialty of Kwikee Products/Power Gear (541-942-3888, OR). The company's
convention offerings will include steps, Stow & Go, Kwik Lube, Super Slides,
step treads, and Kwik Safe. See the entire collection at the company's booth.
The features of Georgie Boy motorhomes will be
described to convention-goers by sales reps from
La Mesa RV Center Inc. (678-569-4900,
GA). A dazzling array of charm jewelry will
be "hanging out" for convention-goers' inspection in the Lady Jayne Ltd. (585-787-1850, NY)
display. Lazydays RV Supercenter (888-500-5299, FL), of
Seffner, Florida, will have representatives assisting convention-goers in the
motorhome displays, including American Coach, Monaco, Holiday Rambler, Beaver,
National RV, and Safari. In addition, they'll be providing information about
Lazydays' new CrownClub, an exclusive RV club that has been developed to serve
the special needs of the dealership's luxury motor coach customers.
Bus conversions on Prevost shells are the specialty
of Legendary Luxury Coaches (541-465-8833, OR). Be sure to examine one
for yourself. Leisure Travel Vans (1999) Ltd. (877-288-8088, MB,
Canada) will open the doors to its type B motorhomes, built on the
DaimlerChrysler Sprinter chassis and powered by a Mercedes-Benz diesel engine.
The Free Spirit is available with options such as an electric rear sofa, a
19-inch TV, a microwave-convection oven, and Flexsteel power/swivel captains
chairs. The Freedom II is a full-fiberglass, wide-body coach with a queen-size
rear bed; a bathroom with shower, toilet, sink, and vanity; a 6-cubic-foot
refrigerator; and an optional 23-inch TV.
The name Liberty Coach is synonymous with "luxurious homes on wheels." Don't
miss the Liberty Coach conversions, available on Prevost XLII and H3-45 bus
shells. Officials from the Liberty Coach
(847-578-4600, IL) headquarters in North Chicago, Illinois, and from Liberty Coach Of Florida (800-544-9877, FL), the company's
Southern sales and service center, will be on hand in Perry.
Got power? Be sure with Lifeline Batteries
(626-969-6886, CA). Visit the company's display to get acquainted with the
different types of batteries available for RVs.
Lighten the Load (704-788-9245, NC) is not about your
RV's weight, but about making life easier on the road. The company will have Evert-Fresh bags and microfiber cleaning cloths available, as well as
information about health and fitness, healthful cooking, pet care, a cooking
contest, and info about membership in the Lighten the Load community.
Lip Ink, costume jewelry and magnetic jewelry,
Wilson products, and Museum Gel and putty will be found under the Lip Ink/Forever
Color (847-494-7315, OH) banner. Long View RV Superstores (877-386-4878, FL)
representatives will be greeting convention-goers in the Gulf Stream display
area. Grab a delicious sample of food after
you've seen how simply meals can be prepared in this American-made,
stainless-steel cookware available from Lustre Craft (352-589-1711, FL).
M&G Car Braking Systems (903-675-1147, TX) will
present its line of supplemental braking systems for towed vehicles.
Inverters, chargers, DC meters, and automatic
generator start systems will be exhibited by Magnum Energy Inc.
(425-353-8833, WA). An article that includes information about Magnum inverters
appears in this month's issue of FMC.
Mandalay Luxury Division (866-919-4444, IN) will
showcase Mandalay models 40G and 40H. New for 2007, the 40H features a corner
entertainment center with a 32-inch Sony LCD TV and a fireplace below. This is a
must-see! Mandalay 40G has a rear entertainment center with a 42-inch Sony Grand Wega LCD projection television, and seating for up to eight people in the main
living area. Don't miss the grand Presidio 39F a full-wall slideout model,
which features dual-zone living and plenty of interior storage space. The
Valencia 38D, new for 2007, features bunk beds in the hall slideout and a living
room entertainment wall with a 32-inch LCD television. Dream RV of Bradenton,
Florida, will be the exclusive dealer representing all Mandalay Luxury Division
products in Perry. Majestic washer-dryer
combos do more than double duty in your coach — they also save the hassle of
taking the laundry out and hauling it back in. Check out the selection brought
to Perry by Manufacturers'
Supply/Majestic (360-690-4499, WA).
See what dreams can be made of as you tour the
finished luxury bus conversions crafted by Marathon Coach Inc. (800-437-8295, FL),
situated in the Prevost display. Gel
insoles and reusable heat packs will help you stay comfortable. The folks from Mark Enterprises (952-544-6175, MN) will have
them available in Perry. Convention-goers
are invited to inspect the line of diesel generators and related accessories
that will be displayed by Martin
Diesel Inc. (419-782-9911, OH). Handy
products such as chamois cloths and mops will be found in the Martin Enterprises (570-595-2489, PA) booth. Static dusters
and no-headache visors also will be on hand.
Visit MCD RV Innovations (972-548-1850, TX) to check
out the company's interior and exterior solar-privacy screens; covers for
wheels, mirrors, and tow bars; and manual and electric sunscreens.
Miracle ironing board cover sets from Measure Matic
(707-745-1138, CA) can make ironing day go more smoothly.
Medical Air Services Association MASA
(813-323-0562, FL) will offer membership plans that can help you in the event of
a medical emergency. It is the oldest and largest full-service company offering
medical evacuation membership plans. Vehicle and pet returns, mortal remains
return, flying in a family member, and medical transport home — or wherever you
need to be — are all included with no additional cost. Annual and lifetime
plans have no limit to the number of times you can use them. Visit the company's
booth to learn more. Tire talk — and motorhome
tires — will fill the Michelin North America (864-906-8215, SC) display.
Visit microwave cooking expert Janet Sadlack at the
Microwave Connection (952-890-9066, MN) display for a look at the
microwave and microwave-convection oven recipes, cookbooks, and cooking
accessories she'll have available. If you have questions about Sportscoach motorhomes
after touring them in the outdoor exhibit area, have them answered by
representatives of Midstate RV Center (912-956-3654, GA), from Byron, Georgia.
RV collision repair and painting are the specialties
of Mike's RV Collision Center (800-621-1618, NC), based in Wilmington,
North Carolina. Millennium Luxury Coaches
(407-328-0190, FL) employs
technology and designs geared for a bright future. Enjoy touring the elegant Prevost coach conversions crafted by this Sanford, Florida, company.
Discuss your insurance service needs with representatives of Miller Insurance Agency Inc. (503-636-6347, OR).
The Miller's RV Interior Trim Inc. (970-227-1849, CO)
folks know what can make a motorhome even more enjoyable. The items they'll
bring to Perry will include the Amazing Magic table; desks; and dash-mounted
computer trays. Find the company in the PRVVC area.
The town that hosted FMCA's 2005 summer convention
is a great place to visit anytime, so folks from the Minot Convention & Visitors
Bureau (701-857-8206, ND) will be providing tourism information at the
"Georgia Jubilee" convention. Satellite on the go is the speciality
of Mobil Satellite
Technologies (757-312-8300, VA). Visit the company's booth in the PRVVC area
to check out satellite systems from MotoSAT, KVH, RaySat, and TracStar, plus
Internet-In-Motion, an "always on" cellular system for mobile Internet access.
Plan to spend some time in the Monaco Coach
Corporation (800-634-0855, IN) display to inspect some very
new motorhomes. The company will debut 2008 Monaco Executive, Monaco Dynasty,
and Beaver Marquis models in Perry. The 2008 editions have been upgraded in
every respect with new floor plans, interiors, safety and performance
enhancements, and four- and five-color exterior paint schemes. More than 100 new
Monaco, Holiday Rambler, Beaver, and Safari motorhomes, including B-plus toy
haulers, and gas and diesel models will be on hand as well. Some include
innovative front-kitchen floor plans and full-wall slideouts. In the indoor
exhibit area, apparel bearing Monaco, Beaver, Safari, and Holiday Rambler
designs will be available. Ladies' clothing
and accessories from Montage West
(513-398-5683, OH) will attract attention in the indoor display area.
Rev up your travels in a new Foretravel motorhome.
These coaches will be shown in Perry by representatives of Motorhomes of Texas LLC
(936-564-1112, TX). Fixed mobile Internet,
satellite TV, and business and entertainment systems for people on the move are
the specialties of MotoSAT
(800-247-7486, UT). Check out the many technological offerings from this company
in the PRVVC display. Learn about Mountain Creek RV Resort (706-745-5600,
GA), an exciting new facility in the north Georgia mountains. Mountain views and
tranquil creek-front lots are available, as well as countless amenities.
It's one-stop shopping at Mr. Ken Badges 'n Signs
(724-974-9816, PA). Choose from engraved signs, badges, and magnetic signs that
will distinguish you, your chapter, your coach, and your towed vehicle. Plus,
look for the Wonder Vase. It all will be found in the PRVVC area.
Inspect the Innergizer massage unit that will be
available from Mustang Company (727-856-6753, FL).
The PressurePro tire pressure monitoring kit; Blue
Ox towing equipment; RV solar screens; and awnings will be exhibited by My RV
Products (205-665-9089, AL).
National Interstate (330-659-8900, OH) will be
represented at the "Georgia Jubilee" convention.
The latest motorhomes bearing the names Tradewinds, Pacifica, Tropi-Cal,
Dolphin, Sea Breeze, and Surfside will grace the National
RV display area. If you're looking into
Florida RV resorts, be sure to put Nature Coast Landings Resort (352-447-2299, FL) on your list. This
facility, located in Crystal River, Florida, is close to all the major amusement
and nature attractions in Florida. See from company officials why it's touted as
the "friendliest RV resort in Florida."
Lowrance automotive navigation systems will be
demonstrated in Perry by representatives from Navico (formerly Lowrance
Electronics) (918-438-8773, OK).
While you're checking out the wide array of Fleetwood motorhomes,
folks from Newcastle RV (912-264-5187, GA), a Brunswick, Georgia,
dealership, will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
RV financing services will be available in Perry by
Newcoast
Financial Services (727-450-1160, FL).
Newell Coach Corporation (888) 363-9355, OK) recently
collaborated with the Huntington Beach, California, design studios of Porsche
Engineering to update the exterior look of its ultra-luxurious motor coaches,
which will be shown in Perry. The new design is distinctly European and includes
complex, molded-chrome trim; a jewel-like finish on the detailing; Xenon
gas-discharge headlights for enhanced night vision; and a large, one-piece
windshield. Look for London Aire, Essex, Mountain Aire, Dutch Star, Kountry Star, All Star,
Ventana, and Grand Star motorhomes in the Newmar
Corporation (574-773-6421, IN) display.
Whether you're in pursuit of comfortable rest for you or for your coach, you'll
want to check out the Froli brand sleep systems and levelers brought to Perry by
Nickle Atlantic LLC (703-924-1055, VA).
Representatives from North Trail RV Center
(239-693-8200, FL), based in Fort Myers, Florida, will be assisting
convention-goers in the Newmar motorhome display.
Ocean Lakes Family Campground (843-238-5636, SC),
situated in friendly Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, could make a great
destination for your next trip. Information about this family-friendly facility,
which offers almost 900 campsites, plus amenities galore, will be available from
company reps. Cummins Onan generators and
Equinox inverters will fill the Onan Corporation (763-574-5911, MN) display.
Optima Industries (478-374-7372, GA). This Eastman,
Georgia, manufactuer builds Optima aluminum motorhomes, "toterhomes," and
trailers with the racer and auto hauler in mind. Contemporary styling, premium
bus-style wiring, aluminum flat-floor slideouts, and quality cabinetry are some
of their features. Explore more at the company's display.
ORA Las Vegas/Motorcoach Country Club (615-279-8140,
TN) is just three miles from the famed Las Vegas Strip and is filled with
amenities to boot: five swimming pools and spas, lighted tennis courts, a
lighted miniature golf course, a clubhouse and health club, landscaped lots, and
more. ORA representatives will be happy to explain further.
For more than 30 years, RVers have enjoyed Outdoor
Resorts of America (800-541-2582, TN) facilities. Today ORA operates 12
resorts in intriguing locales in North Carolina, Tennessee, Florida, and other
states. Company reps will provide information about the resorts and the
amenities they offer. Direct-mount exhaust
brakes and engine brakes from Pacbrake
Company (800-663-0096, WA) make every peak and valley safer for you and for
your motorhome. Perry convention-goers will be able to inspect the PRXB exhaust
brake upgrade. This next-generation brake is said to provide dramatic braking
enhancement in the low- to mid-rpm range. A motorhome
marks a valuable investment you want to protect from the elements. Pacific Steel Buildings Inc. (877-777-9991, CA) can
provide a solution: a steel structure configured to your individual
specifications. Check out an example of the company's handiwork in Perry.
Representatives from Palm Creek Golf & RV Resort
(520-421-7000, AZ) will extol the benefits of this "oasis" in the desert, which
is situated in Casa Grande, Arizona.
Eucalyptus, lavender, and cinnamon body oils; potpourri; lamp rings; misting
fountains .... Examine this merchandise and you'll be able to Pamper Yourself By Judy (352-428-2185, FL).
Prevost conversions featuring slideout rooms that
have been added by Panterra Coach & RV (888-665-8002, IN) will be exhibited in
Perry. This company also specializes in complete or partial interior renovations
and updates to existing coaches, including LCD televisions and other
electronics, new furniture and upholstery, flooring, shades, cabinetry, and
countertops. No job is too big or too small.
Parkers Jewelry (863-206-3090, FL) will present an
array of wire jewelry, name rings, and ear threaders.
Elegant Prevost conversions will be showcased by Parliament Coach Corporation (888-571-5755, FL). The company also is a
dealer of Blue Bird Wanderlodge and Foretravel motorhomes.
Check out the new features in Monaco, Safari, Holiday Rambler, and Fleetwood
motorhomes with the help of sales folks from Paul Evert's
RV Country (559-486-1000, CA). Located
in the mountains of western North Carolina, Peace
Valley Campground (828-837-6223, NC) is a great place to stay and enjoy all
of the major Smoky Mountain attractions. Learn more from knowledgeable company
reps. Tire pressure monitoring systems will
be available for perusal from Peninsula Pressurepro LLC (407-401-9250, FL).
Convention-goers are invited to inspect the RV
Hide-A-Table from Philmar LLC (865-376-3064, TN). This kit easily converts a storage
compartment door in a type A motorhome into a useful portable table.
Installation and removal are said to be made easy via quick-release pins.
Phoenix USA Inc. (574-266-2020, IN) will exhibit
several models of its Phoenix Cruiser type C motorhomes. Features for 2007
include an inverter system, two auxiliary batteries, the Sani-Con holding tank
management system, and an undermount coffeepot. Several floor plans are
available with single and double slideouts.
Pioneer Electronics (310-952-2857, CA) puts the word
"mobile" in its convention offerings, which will include mobile navigation aids,
mobile theater systems, and mobile stereos.
The strong, foldable, lightweight boats from Porta-Bote
International (650-961-5334, CA) are convenient for motorhomers who want to
avoid the weight and hassle of hauling a regular boat behind their coach. The
Porta-Bote is available in various lengths and folds to 4 inches flat so that it
can be attached to the side or roof of an RV for transport.
Ever hear of starting a campfire underneath your motorhome
awning? See how that's possible with a New Frontier Campfire, available from Portablecampfires.com (386-228-4070, FL). This device is made of
high-quality stainless steel and powered by propane. That means no smoke, ashes,
or embers. Once your cooking is done, simply turn off the valve — no coals to
get rid of, either. Power Technology S.E. Inc. (352-365-2777, FL) will
exhibit Kubota, Caterpillar, Marathon, and Power Tech generators.
Precise Satellite (352-726-8471, FL) will be ensconced
in the PRVVC exhibit area with an array of TracStar and MotoSAT satellite
systems. Water heater systems will be the
convention specialty of Precision Temp (800-934-9690, OH).
A variety of useful products for RVers will
appear under the Premier Products (256-751-6587, AL) banner: Bondwell glue, sport
seats, and Alaska ULU knife sets, as well as magnetic hematite and glass-bead
jewelry. Look for the company in the PRVVC display area.
Stop by for a moment to gather information about the
Preserve Estates at Wilderness RV Park Estates (352-625-6200, FL) in
north-central Florida. The resort is near the Ocklawaha River. Get more details
in the Big Rigs Best Bets display. The
electronic tire monitoring system from PressurePro
Tire Monitors (936-329-2364, TX) can keep you abreast of what's happening
with your towed vehicle's tires, as well as the tires on your coach. Learn more
at the company's booth, located in the PRVVC display area.
Prevost Car Inc. (418-883-3391, QC, Canada) invites FMCAers to examine its coach conversion shells, plus a broad array of completed
conversions in the outdoor exhibit area. Indoors, look for boutique items
adorned with the Prevost logo. Sunscreens designed to keep that pesky sun out of the interior of type A
motorhomes will be offered by Prompt RV Sunscreen
(863-965-1533, FL). Covers for wheels, mirrors, and wiper blades will round out
the company's offerings, all in the PRVVC area.
A large assortment of RV accessories and products
from various companies will be exhibited at the "Georgia Jubilee" convention in
the PRVVC
(405-590-5417, OK) — Professional RV Vendors Chapter — area.
Visit
Quality Plastic Custom Molding Inc.
(828-652-1190, NC) to peruse a variety of handy products, including cable reels,
sewer weights, multistrap systems, utility blocks, dish spacers, document
holders — even foot jewelry. Protect your
peepers from the damaging rays of the sun with the help of R&K Sunglasses (727-480-9035, FL). The company's exhibit
will include a stylish assortment of conventional sunglasses, clip-on and
children's "shades," plus cotton RV sun hats.
Fuel filters, water separators, air filters, oil
filters, and additives will be set forth by Racor/Parker (678-947-5339, GA).
The folks from Rallys "R" Us Inc. (770-318-3117, GA)
will bring their exhibit encampment to Perry, where they'll showcase Hellwig
antisway and track bars, Safe-T-Plus products, Crossfire and Bilstein shocks,
tire monitoring systems, bell cranks, and more.
Reflect on exterior rearview mirrors, backup alarms,
backup cameras, air horns, and AM/FM antennas, all available from Ramco Engineering
Inc. (574-266-1455, IN).
Towing talk will emanate from the Remco Mfg.
(402-339-3398, NE) display. While you're there, discuss your towing needs and
concerns with knowledgeable company reps, and find out which product is best for
your particular application: the Drive Shaft Coupling, Lube Pump, or Axle Lock.
Coiled cables and barbecue grills will be featured as well.
If your coach needs a face-lift, chat with the folks
from Renew RV Service (877-656-6685, OR) and learn about the RV renovation
systems they offer. If you enjoy live
entertainment, Renfro Valley
Entertainment Center (800-765-7464, KY), set in Renfro Valley, Kentucky,
might be a good fit for your next excursion to the Bluegrass State.
Representatives will be on hand in Perry to provide details about this
entertainment complex. Rescue Tape, touted
as the "ultimate multipurpose repair tape," will be offered for inspection by Rescue Tape/Harbor Products
(877-847-2628, CA). Grab this self-fusing silicone tape for plumbing leaks, or
on hoses and electrical wiring. It also can be used as shrink wrap, to wrap tool
handles, and much more A colorful array of bubble blouses, scarves, shawls, belts, leather goods, Rada
knives, and microfiber products will be spotlighted by Rically
Enterprises (352-628-6106, FL). River Country Campground (256-543-7111, AL), located
in Gadsden, Alabama, offers 200-plus sites, river walks, a boat launch, a new
10,000-square-foot conference center, climate-controlled bathhouses, high-speed
Internet, and so much more. You may find that it's an attractive site to
consider for your next private visit or rally. Learn more by stopping by the
company's booth. Information about River Vista Mountain Village
(706-746-2722, GA) will be disseminated in Perry. This multi-amenity facility is
located between Dillard, Georgia, and Highlands, North Carolina, in a valley
surrounded by the picturesque Smoky Mountains to the east and Blue Ridge
Mountains to the west. Rixen's Enterprises Inc. (503-668-6090, OR) plans to
feature Quantum and ComfortHot heating systems.
Tow bars, wiring, braking systems, safety cables,
and other towing accessories will fill the Roadmaster Inc. (800-669-9690, OR)
display. Stabilizers also will be featured.
Find out why the Roadtrek is the number-one-selling type B motorhome
in North America by touring the Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc.
(519-745-1169, ON, Canada) display. The company, formerly known as Home & Park,
will bring its newest model, the SS-Agile, a 19-footer built on a
140-inch-wheelbase Sprinter Van. Roadtreks offer all the conveniences of a
motorhome, but in a smaller, SUV/conversion van size.
Planning to build, fix, or simply adjust something
soon? Visit Rodman & Co. Inc. (818-765-5552, CA) for all your tools and tool
accessories. Drill bits and Nibbler accessories, plus saw blades, hole saws,
drill holders, stones, and Kniplex plier/wrenches will be available.
RV & Truck Clear Coating Inc. (813-310-4092, FL)
offers collision repair services, which company officials will be on hand to
describe.
RV financing services will be available in Perry
from RV
Credit Direct (860-434-4242, CT). Call
a doctor! Better yet, visit RV Medic Inc.
(813-935-3268, FL) to view products from Demco, Blue Ox, Winegard, Valterra,
Best, Maxxair, Carefree of Colorado, BrakeBuddy, RV 360, and other companies.
Officials from RV Owner Financing (478-464-3000, GA)
will provide Perry convention-goers with financing services, warranties, and
insurance services. Pay a call on the folks
at The RV Resort At Carolina
Crossroads (252-535-7000, NC) booth, situated in the Big Rigs Best Bets
display area. This new park is scheduled to open in late spring of 2007 and will
be a short walk from the new Carolina Crossroads entertainment and retail
complex in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.
The RV Safety & Education Foundation (RVSEF)
(321-453-7673, FL) will offer the RV Safety Training Program in Perry at a
special price for FMCA members. The program packet includes an instructional
videotape and accompanying booklets. In addition, RVSEF officials will be
conducting seminars about RV weight safety and RV tire safety at the convention.
To be sure your motorhome is within its weight specifications, you can have it
weighed by RVSEF in conjunction with the event. Stop by the RVSEF booth to learn
more. Fire suppression products, alarm
systems, and tire pressure monitors will be exhibited by RV Safety Systems (303-674-6435, CO) in
the PRVVC area. RV parts and accessories designed to simplify the process of emptying and
managing RV holding tanks and waste, from macerator pumps to the RV Sani-Con, a
12-volt-DC electric waste system, will be displayed by knowledgeable folks from
RV Sani-Con (859-296-4604, KY).
RV Special Things (480-220-3688, AZ) will set up shop
in the PRVVC display with a variety of items you won't want to miss: FloJet
products, Lowrance GPS, and Dirt Devil central vacuum systems.
Check out the ExhaustAway generator exhaust
system at the RV Systems display (256-353-7330, AL), located in the PRVVC exhibit
area. Collapsible trash cans and Weber grills and accessories also will be
featured. As its name suggests, RV Windshield Covers Of Florida
(863-660-9225, FL) is in the business of fabricating custom-made windshield and
window covers. Convention-goers will learn that the company provides breathable
rugs and mats, awning shades, and end screens as well.
RV World Of Lakeland (863-853-9177, FL) will have
representatives assigned to the Dynamax exhibit area.
Knowledgeable folks from RV World Of Nokomis
(941-966-7182, FL) will be stationed in the Roadtrek, Coach House, and Dynamax
display areas. RV lots for sale and rent in
the north Georgia mountains are described online at RVLots.net (770-597-2245, GA). The Web site also posts
a work camper page, along with other useful information. Learn more from
knowledgeable company reps at the company's display.
Increase coach comfort with a Coleman Mach air
conditioner, or a Suburban furnace, water heater, or galley appliance. These
products will be available from RVP/Suburban Manufacturing (423-775-2131, TN).
Windshield repair, headlight polishing, and Dri Wash
'n Guard products will be offered by S&L Enterprises (904-571-7193, FL) in the PRVVC display. Gulf Stream motorhomes
will be available for touring, and friendly representatives from Sagon RV Supercenter
(866-442-7297, GA) will be on hand to answer questions about the many models
available. Don't miss the collection of
14-karat-gold and rhodium chains that have been fashioned into custom-made
anklets, bracelets, necklaces, and earrings — specialties of Sands of Time Jewelry (304-258-5892,
WV). Schneider Recreational Sales (919-633-0764, FL) plans
to offer surge protectors and miscellaneous RV supplies. Look for this company
in the PRVVC display. Scott Financial Services (800-556-0666, MD) will offer
RV financing services in Perry. Seibt Desert Retreat RV Resort (702-254-6613, NV), a
luxury RV park in Pahrump, Nevada, 60 miles northwest of Las Vegas, boasts
spacious lots, beautiful desert landscaping, and amenities such as a swimming
pool, a restaurant, and meeting space. Learn more from company reps in Perry.
Food preparation can be made easier with new
equipment such as nesting cookware, a stove-top grill, or a pressure
cooker/fryer, all available from Show Me Products (409-948-4457, TX).
Silver Crown LLC (269-483-7900, MI) welcomes tours of
its products in the outdoor exhibit area. The company manufactures Pony Xpress
toterhomes and motorhomes, plus the Silver Crown “S” Series luxury motor coach.
Vehicle instrumentation systems from SilverLeaf
Electronics (541-967-8111, OR) will be available for inspection.
When you need something to really stick, come to Sinbad
Glue (941-721-4785, FL) for the remedy. The company will be offering glue,
glue guns, Museum gel, fabric glue, and scissors, all in the PRVVC display.
Steel and aluminum cargo handling systems will be
set forth by Slidemaster/Innovative Industries Inc. (715-627-4467, WI).
SMI Manufacturing Inc. (800-893-3763, IN) invites you
to stop by and see its easy-to-use supplemental brakes on display. These include
Air Force One, said to be the latest in supplemental brake systems. According to
the company, this system features a patent-pending process that enables the
driver to apply truly proportional brake effort without a box that must be
dragged in and out of the towed vehicle each time you tow; just plug in the
jumper and you're ready to go. SMI also will feature the Stay-In-Play braking
system. Its operating unit is placed under the seat or in the trunk of the towed
vehicle. To start towing, simply turn it on. Look for these items in the PRVVC
display. Southaven RV Super Center Inc. (662-393-9948, MS), a
Southaven, Mississippi, dealer, will have representatives eager to assist
convention-goers in the Moncao display.
Scoot on over to the outdoor demo area, where Southern
Scooters And ATV's Inc. (352-377-4747, FL) will be providing convention-goers
an up-close look at the company's lineup. Examine a motorhome
chassis from Spartan Motors
(517-543-6400, MI) while you're strolling around the outdoor exhibit area.
If you're tired of saving change and making trips to
coin-operated laundries, visit the Splendide Laundry Centers dba Westland Sales
(503-655-2563, OR) booth. Splendide's vented washer-dryer models will be
available for perusal, along with Vesta dishwashers and accessories.
Sportscoach (800-881-8765, IN) will be on hand with a
comely assortment of rear diesel motorhomes in four product lines. They include
the Elite 40QS, 40QS2, and 40QIK; the Encore 40TS; the Pathfinder 384 TS; and
the Cross Country 382 DS. A cornucopia of
products for cleaning, laundry, personal care, and more, which bear the Stanley
Home Products or Fuller Brush names, will fill the Stanley Home Products (478-953-2220, GA) display.
Steady your motorhome's ride with a front-end
stabilizer from Steer Safe Inc. (505-546-8894, NM). This product guards against
handling problems caused by front tire blowouts, potholes, soft shoulders, high
winds, wandering, and accidental encounters with curbs and highway medians. It
also is said to help reduce driver fatigue. Look for it in the PRVVC display.
Sterling Associates (800-286-8073, MA) representatives
will be on hand to provide RV financing services.
Friendly folks from Stoltzfus RV & Marine
(610-399-0628, PA) will be welcoming convention attendees to the Monaco exhibit
area. Stone Mountain Park (800-317-2006, GA) is Georgia's
most-visited attraction. It encompasses more than 3,200 acres of natural beauty,
plus a variety of fun attractions. These include Crossroads, where townsfolk and
skilled crafters re-created an 1870s Southern town; Camp Highland Outpost, a
kids' climbing adventure; The Great Barn, an indoor playground; and Tall Tales
of the South 4D Theater. Visitors also can enjoy a skyride to the top of Stone
Mountain, riverboat cruises, scenic railroad rides, even an amphibious-vehicle
ride into Stone Mountain Lake. More than 440 wooded campsites are offered, 147
with full hookups. Many campsites include numerous amenities, and exclusive
seasonal events are offered. To learn more, chat with friendly company
representatives. Learn about the amenities
to be found at Stone Ridge Motorcoach Village (208-437-3148, ID), a golf and recreational community
situated in Blanchard, Idaho, about an hour's drive from Spokane, Washington.
The StreakFree cleaning cloth, and the Fluppi,
called "the smallest vacuum cleaner in the world," will vie for attention in the
StreakFree
(318-435-7970, LA) booth. Popcorn also will be available.
Let Summit Products (800-329-2958, IA) dress up your motorhome with a custom stainless-steel upgrade. Customers can select from a
wide variety of options available in 304 mirror-polish stainless. Other
stainless-steel products include grill caps, wheel well trim, light covers, step
covers, kickplates, and fuel door accents. Summit also offers the Body Block
Shield, plus various sizes of jack pads. The company's long list of other RV
accessories includes hose caddies and Norcold freezer shelves.
Officials from Sun-N-Fun RV Resort (941-371-2505, FL),
located in sunny Sarasota, Florida, will be on hand to describe its many
amenities. Suncoast RV Center (800-785-9100, FL), a Cocoa,
Florida, dealership, will be represented in the Fleetwood display area.
Ladies, if your wardrobe needs a boost, visit
Theresa Colangelo (727-215-2047, FL) to inspect the selection of appliquéd clothing
she'll have available. RV toilets,
refrigerators, and related products will be the featured "performers" in the Thetford/Norcold Corporation
(734-769-9568, MI) display. Look for Aqua Magic Style Lite, Aqua Magic Style
Plus, and Aria Classic toilets; Norcold N841 model refrigerators; Aqua-Kem
toilet deodorant; and RV Care wipes. Stop
by the Thousand Trails (702-443-1956, NV) booth
to become acquainted with the company's network of membership-based campgrounds.
These facilities are known as "preserves," because Thousand Trails is dedicated
to protecting nature and the beauty of the environment for its members'
enjoyment. Beautiful coaches from Tiffin Motor Homes
(256-356-0212, AL) will grace the outdoor exhibit area. Look for Allegro,
Allegro Bay, Phaeton, Allegro Bus, and Zephyr models.
Examine the window tinting services that will be
provided by Tint America (843-215-9709, SC).
Knowledgeable reps from Todd's RV & Marine
(828-651-0007, NC) will be answering questions in the Monaco exhibit area.
Look for Tom Johnson Camping Center (704-455-1440, NC)
representatives in and among the Fleetwood motorhome exhibits.
Learn about the benefits afforded by the use of Alznner orthotics
and Barefoot arch supports by chatting with folks representing Total
Balance Orthotics (214-876-7160, TX).
Total Value RV (574-262-4460, IN), of Elkhart,
Indiana, will have salespeople assisting in the Foretravel exhibit area.
Officials hailing from Tourism Saskatchewan
(306-787-2219, SK, Canada) will be on hand to provide information about border
crossing issues and Canadian travel regulations — along with tips about touring
Saskatchewan. If you've not yet participated in a motorhome
caravan, you'll want to meet the folks from Tracks To Adventure (301-346-6543, TX), who
will be stationed in the PRVVC display area. They'll be happy to ply you with
plenty of info regarding RV tours and caravans, including trips to Mexico's
Copper Canyon, Alaska, the Oregon Trail, the Pacific Northwest, and many others.
In-motion satellite systems from TracStar Systems Inc.
(407-650-9054, FL) will be set forth for FMCAers' inspection.
Travel Supreme Inc. (574-862-4484, IN) will bring a
bevy of beauties from its diesel-pusher motorhome line. The 41-foot Mid-Engine
features a garage in the rear, which can accommodate two motorcycles; a golf
cart; an ATV; or, with modifications, a Mercedes Smart Car. The Envoy has floor
plans that range from 36 feet to 42 feet and features new graphics and
tremendous cargo capacity, at an affordable price. The Insignia comes in 38-,
40-, and 42-foot tag-axle models, with many quad- and triple-slideout floor
plans available. The Select, Travel Supreme's luxury high-line diesel, is built
on a Spartan K2 tag-axle chassis with a 500-horsepower Cummins engine and an
Allison six-speed transmission, in 45-foot quad-slide floor plans. The Select
Limited is the company's all-new flagship luxury bus-style motorhome for 2007,
built on Spartan's K3 chassis with a Cummins ISX 14.9-liter 600-horsepower
engine. Last but not least, the Alante, a new 45-foot quad-slideout model,
offers numerous amenities on a K2 500-horsepower chassis.
LCD televisions, universal remote controls, Wi-Fi and cell antenna amplifiers,
plus speakers, receivers, and KVH Internet products will be featured by Travel Tech LLC (772-220-0784, FL).
Enjoy the beauty of northern Michigan at Traverse Bay RV
Resort (231-938-5800, MI), an upscale, adult-oriented condominium RV resort
located in Traverse City, Michigan. Additional information about this facility
will be available in the Big Rigs Best Bets display.
Increase drying space for damp towels in the motorhome
after you've acquired some RV towel holders from Triple Towel Products
(800-448-6935, TN), which will be situated in the PRVVC display area.
LCD TVs and microwave ovens will be the star players
at the Tristar Distributing (800-456-3340, IN) display.
Check out the batteries and battery watering systems
that will be offered by Trojan Battery Company (760-804-0371, CA).
Insurance services will be provided by
representatives of Twin Peaks RV Insurance (954-791-5007, FL) in the PRVVC exhibit area.
Distinguish your campsite with a flag on a
telescoping flagpole available from Uncommon USA Inc. (630-268-9672, IL)Mailboxes and
Jaws adjustable ladders will be showcased as well.
FMCA added a new credit card program in 2006 that
provides rebates or rewards to members as they make their purchases. The U.S.
Bank credit card offers points that can be redeemed for cash, merchandise, or
air miles on any airline. To learn more, visit the US Bank/FMCA VISA Card
(612-973-1086, MN) display, where knowledgeable company reps will be able to
explain the particulars.
You're sure to get a great reflection in the
exterior rearview mirrors exhibited by Velvac Inc. (262-786-0700, WI). Parts and
accessories will be available also. Settle
into a couch or chair crafted by Villa
International (562-404-8111, CA). Villa manufactures custom RV furniture,
including sofas, J-lounges, drivers' seats, recliners, and dinettes.
Voyager RV Credit (877-222-0301, MD) will be at the
ready to assist motorhomers with RV financial services.
Learn about the part-time, full-time, and seasonal
career opportunities that are available at
Walt Disney World Resort (407-828-5304,
FL). Learn how you can become a "cast member" in a Disney theme park, water
park, hotel, restaurant, etc. Mary Kay cosmetics and Corian
counter repair pads will be offered for inspection in the Wanda's Things (352-628-7107, FL) booth,
located in the PRVVC display area. Learn about the life-saving features of the Philips automatic external
defibrillator (AED), which will be exhibited by Weber
Medical (902-982-2408, WI). You're
encouraged to drop in and chat with the knowledgeable staff from Willow Tree Resort (866-207-2267, SC) in the Big Rigs Best
Bets display area. Discover why discerning RVers enjoy the relaxed, quiet
setting with all of the modern-day amenities, yet just 12 miles from the
Atlantic Ocean/Myrtle Beach area. The new
2008 Winnebago Destination and Itasca Latitude from Winnebago Industries Inc. (641-585-3535, IA) will make their first
retail appearance in Perry. Both are available on either the new Workhorse UFO
rear-engine gas-pusher chassis or the optional Freightliner XC rear-engine
diesel chassis. They offer an expansive one-piece windshield, full body paint
with new exterior graphic designs, a new automotive-styled dash, curved
cabinetry, and innovative furniture styling. The 2007 Winnebago Vista and Itasca
Sunstar also will debut in Perry. These entry-level type A gas models offer
numerous features and abundant interior and exterior storage. Joining them will
be the gasoline-powered Winnebago Sightseer and Itasca Sunova; the double-slide
35J floor plan features a king-size bed and bunk beds, with a large rear drawer
underneath. The Winnebago Voyage and Itasca Sunrise also feature a new exterior
design for 2007; a new dual-slide floor plan comes with an optional king bed,
and a triple-slide floor plan is available also. The 2007 Winnebago Adventurer
and Itasca Suncruiser feature a new floor plan, too. Type A diesel offerings
include the Winnebago Vectra and Itasca Horizon, and the Winnebago Tour and
Itasca Ellipse. Winnebago Industries' newest entry-level type Cs, the 2007
value-priced Winnebago Access and Itasca Impulse, are offered in six floor
plans, with several on display in Perry. The lineup also will include the
fuel-efficient Winnebago View and Itasca Navion, built on a Dodge Sprinter
chassis with a Mercedes-Benz diesel engine; the new 23B features rear bunk beds.
The Winnebago Outlook and Itasca Spirit sport a new exterior design in 2007 and
a fresh interior look with contemporary curved cabinets, a curved bathroom wall,
and a new floor plan. Key features in 2007 include Winnebago Industries’ own
SmartSpace design philosophy that makes the most of interior living spaces, and
increased headroom (7 feet 2-1/2 inches). Select models also feature the
company's exclusive leveling system, which provides three switches for the
leveling jacks — near the entrance door, near the driver’s seat, and in the
exterior service center.
Wipe-Out exterior coach products, Acti-Matic power washers, and Dri
Wash 'n Guard waterless car wash will be available from Wipe-Out
Systems (714-473-4291, OR). A multitude
of publications, including campground directories, will be on display in Perry
under the Woodall Publications
(805-667-4310, CA) banner. Gasoline- and diesel-powered motorhome
chassis from Workhorse Custom Chassis (765-964-2142, IN) will be available for
convention-goers' inspection. |