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We're new to RVing and plan to leave NE Michigan for points south just after the first of the new year. We will be traveling in a Class A coach with three slide outs. We have access to all but the rear wardrobe closet with the slide outs in, but things are a bit cramped. Considering winter weather and its effect on slide out seals and the fabric of the awnings that roll out over the slide outs, under what conditions should the slideouts not be extended? Will the heat inside the coach keep the seals workable? What about retracting slideouts in cold weather? We would appreciate anyone's advise.

I own a recently purchased 2005 American Tradition. I've just discovered that all exterior running lights are inoperative. I do have operable headlights and brake lights. Knowing that all the running lights are out leads me to believe that the problem lies in an area that is common to all these lights. I've checked the fuse and it's okay. I also pulled part of the instrument panel to look at the light switch, which is a 3-way rocker switch, which outwardly looked to be all right. I don't have the know how to trouble shoot the switch any further. Other than the fuse and switch, is there anywhere else I should look before I have to take my coach in to a service center?