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David Garvin dies in accident.

David Garvin - Founder Camping World

25 years ago at CW

After reading about David Garvin’s tragic death, I was recollecting about our first time in a Camping World. It was 1989 and we were heading toward L.A. and home, when we stopped at a CW in Oregon. We remember it being in the Wilsonville area. My ...

Nine week trip around the Gaspe", into NB, and NS

We are back on NC after a super trip to the above-mentioned places. We left NC and drove mostly interstates to get to northern NY. After a few days in Plattsburg (Cumberland Bay SP) we traveled only 131 miles in four hours as we worked our way across...

? for others with 2013 or newer Jeep Grand Cherokee

I own a 14JGC Overland which recently was updated with the latest body computer revision at the dealer. My question for other owners is when shifting into neutral on the 4x4 and then holding the start button to turn off the engine, does the car shut ...

Looking for a convertible toad less than 3200 pounds

We are still trying to find a toad for our 1999 Fleetwood Storm, which will tow 3500 lbs max. We thought a Ranger would work but I had trouble with the clutch being touchy and no hand brake when I tried it out. Now we're thinking a convertible, but ...

Dinghy towing a 2014 Subaru Forester

We are looking to buy a 2014 Subaru Forester Manual tranny for the purpose of being able to tow. Everyone plus the dealers say "No" to towing on all 4, but need all 4 up. the manual says "not recommened". Anyone here know if you can or can't tow t...

Honda 2000 cover

I just bought a cover for my 2000 Honda. I got the heavy duty one, in silver, Honda P/N 08P58-Z07-100S from Amazon. I think it's a very good cover. It fits tightly over the generator with a tight elastic bottom around it. I'd put it in the back o...

New grab handles

We are going to install a new larger grab handle on our TT. Presently it has a small one. Hubby and I have been discussing exactly where it should be positioned. Now...there are 4 different stickers? Under the old handle. We also thought it best to ...

SELLING A 5ER

Greeting: Well after years of RVing since 1993, we have owned two rigs. After due consideration and pondering what to do, we have decided to sell our "home away from home" due to health reasons. Now. My question is: What would be the best way to go ...

Flex garden hose

Has anyone tried THIS garden hose from Amazon? It has brass fittings and says upto 250psi. All I've read about the "pocket hose/as seen on tv" is junk. Looking for a lite-weight hose for the TT.

15K fifth wheel hitch

Hi All: I have a dodge 2500 3/4 ton truck with a fifth wheel hitch that is rated at 15k (15,000lbs.). Maximum pin weight is 15,000 x 0.20= 3000lbs. Correct on this so far? So when I buy a 5th wheel I need one that has GVWR of 15000lbs. or less an...

brakes needed on a enclosed trailer with cycle in it?

I need suggestions on when buying a enclosed trailer to haul my motorcycle, do I need brakes on the trailer, will be towing it behind my motorhome. Unit when loaded should weight under 2500 lbs.

Generator issue

I'm sure this has been asked and explained 100 times but I can't seem to find an answer for my problem.I've got an 86 Minnie Winnie with a Onan Emerald I Genset. Rv was recently purchased and I've had the generator running and seemed to be perfect. T...

Labor Day Horror Stories

There are only 3 weekends that we will not go camping: Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day.So let's hear from all those that were camping this weekend:1. Outside speakers and loud music;2. Late night parties;3. Drunk, rowdy, and "hold my beer and...

Tom Johnson Camping - Concord, NC (sales)

Has anyone had experience with this dealership? They have the camper that we want, but they are a long way from our area so would like to know they are a good dealer. Can't find much online except for reviews on Tom Johnson campground. It is usuall...

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