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Saturday, September 2, 2017

Chance encounter in an RV park leads to a peek into the Heavens

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September 2, 2017
RV Travel Newsletter. Issue 809
Dear Subscriber,

A brand new issue of the RVtravel.com newsletter is hot off the cyber press. As usual, we have a bucket load of great information for you including the latest news, an essay by our editor, tech tips from RV experts, and much more.
In the issue. . .       

Editor's corner:  
Chance encounters in an RV park lead to a view of Saturn's rings and moon, and a beautiful vintage Shasta travel trailer with cleverly hidden upgrades.

Features  
* RV-related recalls for August
* Beware of scam that impersonates IRS, FBI
* RV mods: Turn your tow dolly into a utility trailer
* How much propane does my RV fridge burn? 
* Full-time (or any) RVing: Safe and happy with the 3/300 rule
* What to do when you do something stupid. The memory challenge 
* Sparkling-clean RV window screens without water 
* Snowbird haunts: "Burro" Schmidt's tunnel
* This week's Poll: Do you usually RV with a pet?
* Last week's Poll results: How important is an electric hookup when you camp?
* RV Fire Safety: An emergency fire plan that can save your life - Part 7 of 13 
* RV Electricity: What's a ground loop tester and do I need one?
* RV Tire Safety: Why does a sidewall "blow out" when you run on low inflation?
* Ask Boondock Bob: Thinking of camp hosting? Here's how
* RV Shrink: Don't take "no" for an answer when you DIY
* RV Doctor: Advantages of AGM batteries in motorhome
* RV Gizmos and Gadgets: RVAA picks Dometic Awning Power Wand for award
* RV Short Stop: An afternoon in historic downtown Juneau 
* RV Tech Tip: Driving in bad weather
* RV Kitchen: Journey Bread 
* Free and bargain camping   
* Readers' comments about recent articles    
 
Quick Tips   
* Don't assume there's a dump station where you're headed
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Save time and equipment when leaving your spot 
 
Plus:
* Editor's Roadside Journal
* Websites of the week
* Latest fuel prices 
* Upcoming RV shows
* Random RV thought
* And much more ... 
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