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THETFORD DEVELOPS NEW RV FRESH WATER TANK SANITIZER
 ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Thetford is introducing a new sanitizing solution that kills 99 percent of the bacteria found in RV fresh water plumbing without using seal-damaging bleach or chlorine.
Fresh Water Tank Sanitizer destroys bacteria such as staphylococcus aureus (staph), eschericia coli (e-coli), listeria and other microorganisms in 60 seconds or less. It also does not have the unpleasant smell and taste associated with chlorine- or bleach-based additives.
Most RV enthusiasts don't realize that water tank surfaces and systems must be sanitized to prevent disease. It's the first and only product available for use in tanks, lines and hoses to be registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in all 50 states.
Mandalay Luxury Division Unveils New Class a Diesel Model
 Elkhart, IN-Mandalay Luxury Division has introduced the Valencia, a new addition to its line of Class A diesel motorhomes. It was unveiled at the recent RVIA Trade Show in Louisville, Kentucky.
The Valencia is available in a choice of double, triple and quadruple slide-out floor plans. Standard interior features include a full 84" interior ceiling height; fabric jackknife sofa with storage; fluorescent ceiling lighting in living room and kitchen; booth dinette with laminate table; 30"over the range convection microwave; 27" color television in overhead; day/night shades in living room; and oversized AM/FM radio with large buttons, compact disc and cassette player and weather band. There are three contemporary interior décor packages from which to choose, and cabinetry is available in standard Oak as well as optional Cherry and Maple wood.
  Exterior standard features include a full-view one-piece windshield with steel cage construction for added durability; full air suspension and brakes; fully automatic hydraulic leveling jacks; front and rear molded fiberglass caps; VIP steering wheel; 7.5 KW Guardian RV diesel generators; and heated systems compartment with easy access to hook-ups.
The Valencia is built on the Freightliner XC chassis with a Cummins ISB diesel engine offering 300-HP and 600 foot-pounds of torque. Other notable chassis features include an Allison 2500 series transmission, engine exhaust brake, and a 28,000-lb. GVWR. The newly designed exterior paint and graphics packages, and new full-body paint options offer more choices for consumers.
For additional information on the Valencia Class A diesel motorhome, visit our website at www.mandalaycoach.com, or call toll-free at (866) 919-4444.
BlackHawk 2 All Terrain™ (tow bar)
ROADMASTER, Inc., Portland, Ore., presents the BlackHawk 2 All Terrain, a 10,000 pound-rated motorhome-mounted tow bar. The BlackHawk 2 All Terrain comes with: ROADMASTER's patented Freedom Latch, which releases the tow bar at any angle, level or bind; built-in cable guides to protect safety cables and electrical wiring; and an "EZ Hook" attachment system for quick, secure safety cable connection.
Mandalay Luxury Division Unveils New Class a Diesel Model
Elkhart, IN-Mandalay Luxury Division has introduced the Valencia, a new addition to its line of Class A diesel motorhomes. It was unveiled at the recent RVIA Trade Show in Louisville, Kentucky.
The Valencia is available in a choice of double, triple and quadruple slide-out floor plans. Standard interior features include a full 84" interior ceiling height; fabric jackknife sofa with storage; fluorescent ceiling lighting in living room and kitchen; booth dinette with laminate table; 30"over the range convection microwave; 27" color television in overhead; day/night shades in living room; and oversized AM/FM radio with large buttons, compact disc and cassette player and weather band. There are three contemporary interior décor packages from which to choose, and cabinetry is available in standard Oak as well as optional Cherry and Maple wood.
Exterior standard features include a full-view one-piece windshield with steel cage construction for added durability; full air suspension and brakes; fully automatic hydraulic leveling jacks; front and rear molded fiberglass caps; VIP steering wheel; 7.5 KW Guardian RV diesel generators; and heated systems compartment with easy access to hook-ups.
The Valencia is built on the Freightliner XC chassis with a Cummins ISB diesel engine offering 300-HP and 600 foot-pounds of torque. Other notable chassis features include an Allison 2500 series transmission, engine exhaust brake, and a 28,000-lb. GVWR. The newly designed exterior paint and graphics packages, and new full-body paint options offer more choices for consumers.
For additional information on the Valencia Class A diesel motorhome, visit our website at www.mandalaycoach.com, or call toll-free at (866) 919-4444.
COMPACT LED LIGHT KEEPS WALKWAYS SAFELY LIT
 A little light goes a long way where safety is concerned. Innovative Lighting's new 207 Series LED Walkway Light illuminates passageways and other areas aboard boats and RVs.
The compact, 3-LED light is specifically designed to light up narrow areas such as walkways and stairways. Positioned in an offset pattern, the LEDs shine through an arched, convex lens. The tight sweeping beam provides optimal brightness for safe passage.
Innovative waterproof 207 Series light can also be used as a side marker or utility light in a boat's cockpit, engine room, bilge and decks. In RVs, it can illuminate entryways, hallways and bathrooms.
Encased in a fully potted housing, the LEDs are shock and vibration-proof. The surface-mount light gives off no heat, is cool to the touch and has a low amp draw of 20 milliamps. It operates with 9V to 16V DC systems.
The LED walkway light is stylish as well as functional. It is available with both a black or white mounting base and a red, amber or clear lens. The LEDs can be amber, blue, green, red or white.
Easy to install, the light is pre-wired with an 11" lead. It is 2.40" long, 1.20" wide and 1.10" deep. The 207 Series LED Walkway Light has a suggested retail price ranging from $9.99 to $12.99.
Contact Innovative Lighting, 109 Progressive Ave., Roland, IA 50236. 515-388-1011; Fax: 515-388-5549. sales@innovativelight.com.
PREMIUM SUSPENSION SYSTEM HELPS BEST-SELLING KEYSTONE FIFTH WHEEL REDEFINE PRODUCT CATEGORY
>GOSHEN, Ind. - Keystone RV Company and MOR/ryde® have come together to take smooth, uncomplicated towing to a whole new level. The MOR/ryde System is now standard equipment on Keystone RV's 2006 Montana fifth wheels.
Montana has been the number one selling fifth wheel in North America for the last four years. According to Koltookian, it maintains its premier status through continuous improvement and rapid response to customer demands. He added that Montana consistently offers innovations that are not available on other coaches in the same price range, such as superior turning radius and user-friendly hitch vision.
The patented MOR/ryde System complements the existing leaf springs on tandem and tri-axle trailers. The unit replaces the steel leaf spring equalizer - which distributes weight between the axles - with MOR/ryde's rubber shear spring. The cost effective, low maintenance ride enhancement product welds or bolts onto the frame.
For more information, visit www.keystone-montana.com or contact MOR/ryde at 574-293-1581 or visit the company's Web site at www.morryde.com.
JuiceBox™ Squeezes out Plenty of Power to Run RV Amenities
MINEAPOLIS – Onan has launched its newest power generation solution,
JuiceBox. This will be unveiled at “The Rally”, April 7 – 10, 2006, in Daytona Beach, Fla.
Ideal towable power source
Onan introduces the JuiceBox, an externally mounted, self-contained 3.6-kW or 4-kW generator with a specialized TwinTube UBI frame.
- Simply and securely attaches to a Class III frame-mounted hitch receiver of a large towable RV
- Consumes no valuable storage space
- Easily removed for maintenance, storage and transfer to another RV, or for non-RV power supply
- 30-amp shore cord outlet
- Four 20-amp GFI-protected outlets
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Racer Bobby Hamilton Teams With Auto Vantage:
Tire Tips from NASCAR Legend and Auto Club
Norwalk, Conn. (January 31, 2006) – Now that the holiday travel season has arrived, many drivers are getting their vehicles in gear for 2006. With winter driving and hazardous road conditions, it is important to take care of your tires.
“On and off the track, I know how important it is to take care of your tires since they’re the only thing between your vehicle and the road,” said Hamilton. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration say, “Underinflation is the leading cause of tire failure. And tire failure can lead to accidents. No one wants that. A little tire maintenance goes a long way.”
Hamilton says there are some simple tips to keep your tires in tow for a safer ride:
- Under Pressure: A tire doesn’t have to be punctured to lose air. Tires naturally lose air over time. NHTSA
advises checking the pressure in all your tires (even the spare) at least once a
month
- How Much Air? NHTSA says your tires should be inflated to the psi (pounds per inch), recommended by your vehicles manufacturer. This number can be found on a placard on the inside of the driver’s door frame, glove box and/or truck lid. Over filled tires can affect maneuverability, harsher ride, and sometimes lead to loss of control and crashes. Under inflating tires result in tire stress caused by overheating, irregular wear of tread, tire failure and sometimes loss of control and crashes.
- Time Matters: To get an accurate reading, you should always check pressure when a tire is “cold” (meaning when a tire has been sitting still). NHTSA says the optimal time for checking pressure is at least three houses after your vehicle has been driven. Even if you only driven your car around the block.
- Tread Test: Many tires have tread wear indicator bars molded into the tread. If you can see a solid bar of rubber across the width of the tread, it’s time to buy new tires. You can also do the “penny test” by placing a penny, Lincoln head down, into the tread groove. You need new tires if you can see the top of Lincoln’s
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- Rotation, Rotation, Rotation: Most manufacturers recommend rotating tires every 5,000 to 8,000 miles. However, some four-wheel drive vehicles require rotation even sooner, such as every 4,000 miles.
- “X” Marks the Spot: Some tire manufacturers recommend all-season tires be rotated in a “modified X” pattern to help promote a more even and uniform tread wear pattern for all four tires.
- Spare Your Spare: For a quick fix of an under inflated tire or flat tire, buy a small air compressor that plugs into your cigarette lighter. It costs about $20.00 and can be found in most auto part stores.
- Goodbye Flats: Many tire companies are offering run-flat tires since all drivers have had a flat at one point or another. Run-flat technology allows you to continue driving on a flat tire for many miles. A tire-pressure monitoring system alerts you when you have a flat.
- Take a Peek at Your Tires: It’s important to visually inspect your tire’s well being on a regular basis. Consumer Reports says consult a professional if you see cracks, cuts in the side wall, and bulges or blisters; which signal potential weak spots that could lead to tire
failure
- Blowout Beware: If you experience a blowout or rapid loss of tire pressure, it’s important to know what to do and what Not to do. NHTSA says don’t step on the brake and don’t abruptly take your foot off the accelerator, the two most instinctive things to do. Both can lead to loss of control. Instead, stay calm and gradually release the gas pedal, correct the steering and continue to slow down and pull of the road once your vehicle has stabilized.
Contact Andrea Lindsley at (615) 780-3315 or (615) 415-8886, for an electronic version of this document and/or photos of Bobby Hamilton.
New KVH TracVision R6 Offers
Advanced Satellite TV Antenna Technology to RV Owners
MIDDLETOWN, RI – November 29, 2005 – Live TV in recreational vehicles took a technological leap forward at the 2005 Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) as KVH Industries, Inc., (NASDAQ:
KVHI) introduced its new TracVision R6 in-motion satellite TV system. Premier satellite TV system for RVs include: a compact 12” high design, electronic dew elimination technology, on-screen messaging and diagnostics, and an integrated 12V receiver.
- Automatic, GPS-assisted Digital Video Broadcast (DVB®) satellite acquisition and switching via the RF remote control
- Highest gain available for best signal reception throughout the continental United States and Canada
- On-screen messaging, setup and diagnostics
- Exclusive geo-location system for future mobile access to additional DIRECTV® programming
- DewShield™ Electronic Dew Elimination System for unsurpassed reception in dew and rain
- Slip-ring design, eliminating the cable wrap
- Single cable installation; and
- Ultra-quiet motors for near-silent operation.
The compact TracVision R6 is available in two configurations – with KVH’s integrated 12V receiver for DIRECTV® service, or with an interface box to connect the TracVision R6 to any home receiver from DIRECTV®, DISH Network™, or Express VU.
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