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One difference noted is the 1490TLM does not reflect both the miles TO your destination and the miles driven FROM your start point, only the miles remaining TO your destination. My Nuvi 350 reflected both of those numbers. Recently, in downtown "Nawlins" (New Orleans) my 1450 became disoriented (tall buildings maybe?). Immediately replaced it with my Nuvi 350 which functioned without error and got us out safely and quickly. I am going back to my Nuvi 350 and keep the 1450 for future needs.

Hi Julie and Frank - Enjoy reading your materiel in our magazine. This one clicked on me as we have just returned to South Central KY today after a month trip along the Gulf shores almost identical to your trip and places mentioned. The FMCA SE Area Rally at Brooksville is a fun time seeing lots of our camping friends and volunteering to drive trams each year. The weather was chilly up until February 19th (the day before we departed the area) when it achieved the lofty temp of 70 in the Sarasota area. The local folks as well as the "Winter Floridians" were sure dismayed as the weather was playing havoc with their golf outings. Maybe next year.Have fun in Biloxi.Bob Greg 734

Larry, my 2002 39' Airstream 396XL also has the auto 50 Amp Cord Reel. Believe me when I say it is no fun manually stowing a 50 Amp cord in a basement compartment. My first 35' AS MH did not have an auto reel so I speak from experience. Here is my routine for not placing excess stress on the reel mechanism: 1) Unplug the cord from the electric box and place the plug on the ground where I will be standing to reel in the cord. 2) With a wet shop cloth in my right hand I grasp the cord at the cord entrance port and wipe it clean for approximately 30 inches with the switch in the off position. 3) With my left hand, I then move the switch to the "IN" position and reel in the cleaned portion of the cord steading the cord with my right hand as it is reeled in the approximately 30 inches. I then repeat steps 2 and 3 until the entire cord is cleaned and reeled into the plastic storage container taking just a few minutes from start to finish. The 50 Amp lug prongs are cleaned of any dirt or mud leaving the equipment clean the next time it is needed. So far I have no problem with the cable power reel.

Regarding camp grounds in SE Florida. You may wish to place a phone call to ReserveAmerica.com and ask the operator that responds to search all of the State Park Camp Grounds in that area. It will only take a moment and they seem to be quite cooperative when doing the search. Good luck this time of the year as sites are quite scarce.

Ron - We still live in a free America, your First is safe. Regarding the dues increase; think of this - 100% of those posting thought the incease was a prudent step by the Governing Board to insure the continued benefits associated with membership in this this great association. Please, reconsider the stance you took in reversing your "goose eggs" and join the proactive side of the house. Good luck and safe tavels to you as you enjoy this great America that we live in today. However, that is your privilidge.

Good article concerning moisture inside the motorhome. My unit shower has always been squeegeed and wiped dry after every shower in an effort to control the moisture. Any acitivities that use water inside the coach requires opening top vents or windows in my place. Thanks again. Bob Gregory F296139 "Full Timer" and love it.

You will love full-timing in your motorhome. No seed to sow; no fertilize to spread; no grass to mow; cleaning gutters, and on an on. I have been full-timing for the past four years and love every minute of it. Attending and volunteering at Unit, Area and National rallies is where I have the most enjoyment. Meeting people from all across this great America as a Tram volunteer is my number one enjoyment with helping park incoming coach's a close second. Having all my personal and base camp bills automatically paid by my bank is a must for me. Mail is a very small consideration with the use of my 3G Laptop and cell phone to conduct business and maintain family contacts. Sorry I am not much help with your US Postal mail thoughts. As you continually analyze this spoke in the full-timing wheel, you will all of a suden realize, "hey it wasn't all that hard to fix". Good luck, safe travels and hope to see you on down the road. Bob Gregory F296139