November 30, 2006
Rv-ing: A Great American Past-time
What is more american than turkey at thanksgiving and…a motorhome? Rv-ing is an integral part of American Culture.
Title: Motor Home - An Integral Part Of American Culture
Author: Brooke Hayles
Of all the ways to travel, a motor home may be one of the most enjoyable. Think of it, you get to enjoy the scenery as you travel. You don't have to stop to use the restroom. And you don't have to pay extra for a hotel.
With different sizes, shapes and amenities, you will not have a
hard time finding a motor home to meet your needs, wants and,
maybe most importantly, your budget.
The Various Types Of Motor Homes
When you first start shopping for RVs, you will notice there are
two main types. There are motorized versions and tow versions.
The motorized are the ones that are 'free standing'. That is to
say they run under their own power. These come in Class A, B and
C. Class A is the largest, but easiest to drive. They are made
for comfort. The passenger seats are also used as living room
furniture. These have all the comforts of home. Class C is the
smallest and cheapest and Class B lands somewhere in the middle.
The tow type of motor home is going to be less expensive than
even the C class. It does, however, require a vehicle to tow it.
Again, these come in a variety of sizes to suit your budget and
needs. It all depends on what you want and how much you want to
spend.
Accessories are very important when deciding on a motor home.
You will need to decide if you want air conditioning, if you
want to use the standard type of heating from the engine or have
separate heater for the 'living space'. You can upgrade the
insulation. Get built in appliances such as microwaves,
refrigerators and even dishwashers. You can have an
entertainment center built in if you want! Maintenance of Your
Motor Home
Just like everything else in life, your motor home is going to
need repairs and maintenance. Keeping the owner's manual handy
will be helpful to trouble shoot problems, as well as what you
can do to fix them or if the vehicle should go to a mechanic.
A few common problems with RVs are blocked roof sewer vents,
drained batteries and dry rot. Even fires should be addressed in
the manual, because there are usually cooking areas in the RVs.
Usually, common problems with motor homes are not too difficult
to fix, just refer to the manual. If you have lost it, you can
probably find one online or from the manufacturer.
Motor Homes in America
With over three million Americans living in motor homes today, they have definitely become part of the culture in this country. One thing is for sure, RVs are cheaper than an apartment, but be
aware some can be as expensive as a house!
Most of the time, they are used to go on vacation. As a matter
of fact, they are becoming the preferred mode of transportation
when camping or taking a trip so you don't have to stop or spend
money on a hotel.
Summary:
With so many options for your motor home, you can find anything
from a pop up camper to a larger one with all the comforts of
home. RVs are usually easy to maintain, as long as you keep the
manual handy.
About the author:
Brooke Hayles
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