Friday, October 24th, 2008
Rving is a great way to see America. It’s a way for families to be together, while continually learning about our great country. Rving is not limited to America, exploring Canada or Mexico can be rewarding. If you are traveling abroad you can rent an RV might be a Fleetwood RV, Gulfstream RV, Coachmen RV, Keystone RV, Winnebago RV etc and see that country at your leisure.
If gasoline or diesel is a problem, then consider staying close to home. Every state has so much to offer in the way of vacationing. Each state is unique in that it has great history which sometimes we fail to explore. Campgrounds have not raised their prices as some of them are probably hurting for more campers. So take the opportunity to explore your own state and you will be greatly rewarded.
We love to travel but we hate packing suitcases, eating out when other people want to, waiting for a table and not knowing whether the food is good or bad. Rving is traveling in your home on wheels. Eat what you want and when you want to. Rving also lets us sleep in my own bed at night.
We love the freedom that Rving lets us have. If you see a place you like, you can stop and park and spend as much time there as you like. Rving is great because you can travel great distances in less time so you can get to where you are going and spend most of your time there. It’s amazing how a 15 or 30 minute nap can rejuvenate you so you can safely continue on your journey. Make a good cup of coffee and a snack and you are good to go.
If you are traveling with children and or pets then a rest area is a good place for them to run and play so they are ready for the rest of the trip. If you are traveling in a motorhome then they can watch TV or play video games while you are traveling which makes their trip more enjoyable. If rving is new to you and you want to try it a great place to start is by renting an Rv and follow the road where it takes you. Happy Rving.
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Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008
OK, you are going to buy an RV and you want the best deal possible. Whether it is a motor home, fifth wheel, or travel trailer, you know MSRP (Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price) is the baseline in establishing price and your goal is to pay 20% to 30% below MSRP.
If you are buying a used RV, you will be using NADA or Blue Book price guides and you should be aware these guides inflate their internet quotes approximately 10%. In addition, you are aware these prices are arbitrary and are to be used only as a guide.
You also know you’ll save money by securing your own financing rather than using dealer financing and you know it is in your best interests to be wary of any other “add one’s” the dealer may pitch you.
You are now in a position to secure a good deal on that motor home, fifth wheel, or travel trailer except for one tiny matter. You really do not know that much about RV’s and even if you do very few recreational vehicle buyers know how to conduct a thorough inspection. In addition, take it from someone who works on them every day. You have no business taking delivery on any RV, new or used, unless you know exactly what you are getting.
There are a number of guidelines in inspecting an RV and the first one is NEVER ASSUME ANYTHING! There are numerous facets involved on these little “houses on wheels” and considering what they cost today it is only prudent consumers do their homework before they take their RV home.
The biggest trap RV buyers fall into when buying a new RV might be a Fleetwood RV, Gulfstream RV, Keystone RV etc is placing too much emphasis on the manufacturer’s warranty. The manufacturers warranty is crucial but too many RV buyers take delivery on motor homes, fifth wheel RVs, and travel trailers with problems that eventually “wear them down” as they continually drag their beloved RV back to the dealership to be repaired.
Anyone visiting an RV dealership or going to an RV sale should be aware of two things the RV Industry has mastered. The first is marketing their product and second is making it look good. Any RV owner knows appearance is only “wall panel and veneer deep” and there is more to inspecting an RV than pushing on cabinets and pounding on walls. If only it was that easy.
Considering an RV has three complete and individual energy systems (110V, 12Volt DC, and LP gas), chassis and frame considerations, quality check points inside and outside, an appliance system consisting of a refrigerator, water heater, furnace, stove and oven, a fresh water and holding tank systems, and more, analyzing an RV may seem overwhelming to you. The good news is there is a lot of information available to assist anyone willing to learn. Anyone doing this will quickly realize it will be time well spent and more importantly, it can save you money…and lots of it. Happy RV’ing!
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Friday, October 17th, 2008
There are many recreational vehicle manufacturers available to choose from, which can make choosing a manufacturer seem like a rather arduous task at times. The most important thing to remember is that you should inform yourself of the features and qualities that each recreational vehicle manufacturer provides, and take a long at their history, as well as what their main priorities are. By doing this, you will be able to narrow your search down to a select few that meet the exact criteria you are searching for.
Choosing a Recreational Vehicle Manufacturer
You should make sure that any recreational vehicle manufacturer you take the time to even consider carries only vehicles that comply with the requirements of the laws standards for RVs. Regardless of where you live, you should check with the local laws in order to make sure that any recreational vehicle manufacturer you consider as an option has all of their vehicles up to date.
Some of the available RV manufacturers include that of the following: Adventure Manufacturing, Bigfoot Industries, Carriage, Gulfstream Recreational Vehicle, Dutchmen Manufacturing, Extreme RVs, Fleetwood RVs, Fleetwood Folding Trailers, General Coach, Georgie Boy Manufacturing, Glendale Recreational Vehicles, Great West Van Conversions, Gulf Stream Coach, Home and Park Motor homes, Jayco, Komfort Corporation, Leisure Travel Vans, Monaco Coach Corporation, National RV, Newmar Corporation, Northlander Industries, Pleasure-Way Industries, Rexhall Industries, Starcraft RV, Thor America, Tiffin Motor Homes, Vanguard, Viking Recreational Vehicles, and more.
Coachmen Recreational Vehicles is one of the more popular RV manufacturers, whose available selection includes that of: Epic, Aurora, Mirada, Santara C, Leprechaun, Freelander, Freedom, and the Concord. Coachmen Recreational Vehicles promise safety, strength, and durability with all of their RVs, and their lengthy company time on the market shows how truly trustworthy they are as a legitimate business.
The Komfort Corporation is another option of great popularity, which offers such products as Komfort trailers, Komfort fifth wheels, Trailblazer travel trailers, Trailblazer fifth wheels, and the K2 by Komfort travel trailers. National RV Inc. is yet another good choice, as they pride themselves on building all of their vehicles with the same attention to quality and comfort, and have been considered as the hallmark of RVs for decades.
Regardless of which actual manufacturer you decide to opt for, as long as you make yourself knowledgeable on the features and qualities that each manufacturer offers, you can feel assured in knowing that you will have made the best possible choice for you and your own personal needs.
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Thursday, October 9th, 2008
A recent survey was taken of over 2,000 RVers. 78% thought RVing was the cheapest way to travel compared to renting a hotel room. High fuel prices is having an effect and most said they would take shorter trips, travel less miles and stay in places for longer times. 94% said, overall, they thought they used less energy living in an RV compared to living in a house.
Solar power :
A large proportion of RVs - much higher than the proportion of houses - use solar power and more and more RV manufacturers are incorporating energy saving features into their RVs.
The RVing industry is growing and changing :
“The leading edge of the baby boom generation has just entered their prime retirement ages, and the number that retires will accelerate over the next decade,” said Dr. Richard Curtin, Director of Surveys at the University of Michigan. “Moreover, the RV industry has been successful in attracting younger buyers.” They also predict:
- There will be a change toward more energy-efficient RVs
- There will be a change toward more age-friendly features
- There will be a change toward more upscale destination campgrounds
RVs are getting better :
RVs are growing more popular now-a-days. Top RV manufacturers like Fleetwood, Keystone, Winnebago, Gulfstream etc however, have to compete not only for new business, but also repeat business, and for customers who will recommend their RV to friends and family. And so even though RVing is becoming more popular, it’s becoming more about market share, competitiveness and continuous improvement. This will inevitably lead to better and better RVs, with more carefully chosen and more reliable components.
There is an increase in competitiveness in all manufacturing industries because of :
- Improvements in manufacturing methods
- Rapid advances in technology
- Globalization
Because of this, manufacturers are trying their level best to find new ways to design, produce, sell and deliver their products - and this can only benefit RV’ers and the environment in the long run.
Reducing Formaldehyde in RVs :
There are many benefits to owning an RV but one problem the industry is having is reducing the amount of formaldehyde in the interior of new or used RVs. Many RV manufacturers have realized this is an issue and are starting to incorporate different types of materials that don’t release formaldehyde gases. Everybody is talking about using, “GREEN” materials and the RV industry is starting to take notice. Newer models today release less formaldehyde gas as compared to older models. It’s getting better but the industry still has a ways to go in this area.
Make sure you get the best suitable RV home. A buying guide will help you save thousands of money while negotiating with a RV dealer.
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