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Workhorse has issued a technical report to address last year's Bosch brake recall. It affected W20, W21 and W22 chassis that were made from July 24, 2000, through Dec. 19, 2007, and equipped with Bosch ZOPS or ZOHT hydraulic disc brake assemblies. See Workhorse brake recall on FMCA.com.

Now that's what I call a mini, mini RV. The inside looks kind of like my first apartment. Steve, to join a discussion, click on a forum or topic. To start a new topic (as you have already done here), click the "New topic" button. To reply to a topic, click the "Add reply" button." Then, post your message in the text box, scroll down, and click "Post New Topic" or "Add Reply." It looks like you already have the hang of it. Just be sure to choose the forum that best fits your new topic. Find more tips for using the forums in Forum support.

More info, including online registration and contact info: www.fmca.com/index.php/chapters/area-rallies/508

Sorry, but solicitations to buy or sell of any kind are prohibited out of respect to our paying advertisers. This part of the forum rules includes, but is not limited to, soliciting money for non-profits and posting classified-type ads such as Craigslist. A swap meet (for small items) or a skills trading area -- swap your skills for those of others -- may be considered in the future.

You had me worried about Nickolas, the way this blog entry started out. I'm glad he's okay. I guess teeth cleaning -- like any other procedure involving anaesthesia -- isn't always routine. This gives me another excuse, besides the cost -- not to have my dog's done.

Maybe this can be stopped if the Forest Service hears from enough people ... The U.S. Forest Service has proposed to eliminate the 50 percent discount at National Forest campgrounds that has been available to holders of lifetime Senior and Access (permanent disability) passes. The change would apply at campgrounds managed by private concessioners. Private Concessioners represent approximately 50 percent of National Forest camping capacity and 82 percent of reservable campsites. Current policy requires concessioners to honor Senior and Access passes for campground fees under the same terms as if the Forest Service operated the facility directly, meaning that a 50 percent discount must be offered. Most highly developed campgrounds are now managed by concessioners. The half-price rule has been in place since the mid-'60s. In the Dec. 1 Federal Register, the Forest Service presented a new policy that would replace the half-price rule with a 10 percent discount. The proposed policy would also require Senior and Access pass holders to pay a fee at National Forest day-use sites that are currently covered in full by their passes. Day-use sites managed by concessioners would also be affected by the changes. Holders of the annual America the Beautiful Pass would be entitled to free entry, but Senior and Access lifetime pass holders would get only a 10 percent discount. This changes current policy, which calls for all three passes to be honored equally at day-use fee sites. Seniors 62 and older pay a one-time $10 fee for their lifetime pass. Lifetime passes for the permanently disabled are free. Together, Senior and Access passes represent more than 78 percent of all pass sales, according to the Forest Service. Read the full proposal and send your comments electronically at this Regulations.gov page: http://www.regulations.gov/search/Regs/hom...900006480a60f36 OR, send comments via postal mail to: Attn: Carolyn Holbrook U.S. Forest Service Recreation and Heritage Resources Staff 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Stop 1125 Washington, DC 20250-1125 Postal mail should reference: Proposed Directives for Forest Service Concession Campground Special Use Permits (Document ID FS-2009-0001-0001) You may also want to contact your state and Federal representatives. Comments must be received before Feb. 2, 2010.

C'mon, motorhomers. Doesn't anyone decorate anymore?

And the Winners are: Susie Melo of Santa Ana, Calif. Orville and Mary Ann McGee of Placentia, Calif. Thanks, everyone, for participating and viewing! * * * Do you decorate your motorhome (or around your motorhome) for the holidays? Share your photos here and you could win a 2010 FMCA North American Road Atlas & Travel Guide. Follow these steps to upload your picture(s) to this current thread/topic: 1. Click the Add reply button, above, right. 2. Browse to the image on your computer and then click UPLOAD. (The Browse and UPLOAD buttons are below the square text box.) In the text area, be sure to provide information about your photo(s): your motorhome type, the setting/location and any other details you care to share. 3. Scroll down and click Add Reply. You should see your photo/entry below, in this thread. To minimize download times, please try to keep your uploaded image(s) under 1MB in file size. The winner FMCA staff will select the best photo, and the winner will receive a 2010 FMCA North American Road Atlas & Travel Guide. Rules and conditions 1. Entries must be uploaded between Nov. 30, 2009, and Jan. 10, 2010. 2. FMCA reserves the right to end or extend the contest at any time if entries are insufficient. 3. Winner will be notified via e-mail and announced on forums. 4. By uploading a photo, you represent that you either own the copyright in the photo, or you have permission from the copyright owner to use the photo for the intended purpose, as further set forth in the next sentence, and that you hereby agree to indemnify Family Motor Coach Association, Inc. (FMCA) for breach of these representations. By entering the contest photographers agree to grant FMCA the royalty-free and nonexclusive right to distribute, publish and use the photographs in publications and on the Internet.

With regard to motorhoming, what are you thankful for?

I'm posting this on behalf of Charlie Shrenkel, FMCA National President To all FMCA members: I have accepted the resignation of Don Eversmann as Executive Director of Family Motor Coach Association. Don has been an asset to the association for the past 11-1/2 years and will be missed by all who came in contact with him here in Cincinnati and through his many outside association contacts. All of us here at Family Motor Coach Association headquarters wish Don well in his future endeavors. A search committee for a new Executive Director will be put in place and the process will begin shortly. Charlie Schrenkel, F140050 National President Family Motor Coach Association

In regard to the chili ... Same thing happened to me a few years ago, when FMCA held a cookoff among staff. I was robbed, beaten by a steak or chicken of beef or some thick concoction that bore little resemblance to or flavor of chili. At least not any traditional chili to which I'm accustomed. So, note to chili coofoff judges everywhere: It's a CHILI cookoff! Do you know what, though? As for overall taste, those other concoctions tasted better than my chili. But I still have one claim to fame: My chili won the award for "Most Likely to Sleep Alone." P.S.: Best Pixar film: The Incredibles.

To all of our veterans: Thank you for your service to our country. We're very proud to have so many former members of the Armed Services as members of FMCA.

I'm posting the following questions at the request of Charlie Schrenkel, FMCA national president: Do you currently carry pet health insurance? Would you be interested in purchasing insurance for your pet(s) through an FMCA group discounted rate?

Yes, the mileage chart is on page 152 of the current (5th Editon) FMCA road atlas, with the Distance and Driving Time Map on the adjacent page. Order it online through FMCAStore.com or call FMCA at (800) 543-3622. The sixth edition of the Family Motor Coach Association North American Road Atlas & Travel Guide should be available in December 2009.

The Roadtrek International chapter is one of FMCA's largest chapters and holds rallies throughout the year, in various regions. To join this chapter, you must own a Roadtrek and be a member of FMCA. For more info about the Roadtrek International chapter, including upcoming rallies, visit www.roadtrekchapter.org. Of course, Roadtreks often gather together at FMCA conventions and area rallies as well. FMCA.com's Association Calendar is a good resource for anyone looking for a rally to attend.

This news release was issued today by the U.S. Department of the Interior ... Secretary Salazar Honors Veterans with Fee Free Day at National Parks, Refuges and Other Interior Lands To honor America’s service men and women, secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today announced that areas managed by the department will not charge entrance fees on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Visitors to public recreation lands managed by the National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation are invited to take a day to honor and reflect on what our service men and women have done to maintain our freedom and keep peace around the world, Salazar said. “The Department of the Interior is honored to offer this fee free day to thank our nation’s service men and women,” said Salazar said “The sacrifices and achievements of the brave men and women of our armed forces can never be understated. We invite all of our visitors to enjoy this fee free day and take time out on this national holiday to remember our service men and women who are currently serving overseas in harm's way. ” The Department of Agriculture also is waiving entrance fees at its national forests.

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Here are a few ideas for you: www.fmca.com/index.php/motorhome/motorhoming-with-pets/pet-spotlight/2795 www.fmca.com/index.php/motorhome/motorhoming-with-pets/130

I'm just trying to get an idea of how many motorhomers are using mobile data cards for wireless Internet access, and which services they are using. The FMCA Computer Geeks wrote an article on the subject: Internet data cards for motorhomers.

The sixth edition of the Family Motor Coach Association North American Road Atlas & Travel Guide should be available in December 2009. The FMCA road atlas, like others of its kind, covers covers all U.S. states, Canada and Mexico. It contains state locator maps and convenient page tabs that guide readers to the page displaying a neighboring state. But FMCA's 11x15, full-color atlas also offers many features that appeal to motorhome travelers, in particular: Plastic spiral binding, for durability and ease of use Campgrounds: Thousands of listings with phone numbers Highlights big-rig-friendly locations Identifies FMCA commercial member campgrounds and other discount campgrounds Use in conjunction with your campground directory for driving directions, amenities, etc. Flying J Travel Plaza locations Wal-Mart and Sam's Club locations Distinctive symbols identify Wal-Mart stores, Wal-Mart Supercenters and Sam’s Clubs Handy chart lists stores that are located adjacent to interstate highway exits Cracker Barrel Old Country Store locations Tourism contact information for all 50 U.S. states, U.S. territories, Mexico and the Canadian provinces The FMCA atlas costs $15.95 plus shipping. Order it online through FMCAStore.com or call FMCA at (800) 543-3622. If you order online at FMCAStore.com, take a look at the Atlas/Map Book Organizer item as well.

Information from http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/recalls/recallsearch.cfm (search for Campaign ID Number 04E031). Manufacturer: Samsung Electronics NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 04E031 Potential Number of Units Affected: 117,157 Summary: Samsung microwave ovens installed in recreational vehicles for microwave cooking, models MR1031WB, MR1032BB, MR1033SB, MR1352BB, and MR1351WB, manufactured May 1, 2000, through September 30, 2003. These units were produced with a defective membrane panel. Consequence: An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire. Remedy: Samsung will notify its customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the membrane panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. Owner notification began September 18, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Samsung service division headquarters at 800-932-3837. Notes: Also, customers can contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

John: FMCA does not disclose members' personal contact info, but I will gladly pass along your inquiry to the Disconnect Club. Perhaps Mr. Gattis or someone will respond on this forum or get in touch with you.

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