RV Rule: (Almost) Never Knock On An RV Neighbor’s Door

Above, at Campland on the Bay in San Diego, California. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

In the RVing world, there are rules, written and unwritten. 

The following is an unwritten rule that does make sense. It is knocking on an RV door. Admittedly, it is jarring to have someone knock on my motorhome's door. But this has been extremely rare. 

RV Travel spells out the reasons for this and states a few exceptions. 

They begin with:

Have you heard about this unwritten RV rule? It doesn’t come up very often. However, you should know and follow this unwritten rule: (Almost) never knock on an RV door.

Folks new to RVing may not realize that knocking on another person’s RV door is almost always considered taboo. Let’s take a closer look at this unwritten rule and the reasoning behind it. 

To read more, go here. 

Cartel Violence In Mexico Alters Cruise Ship Itineraries

It looks like the violence in Mexico has caused major disruptions to cruise line itineraries.

Here is a video from CBS 8 San Diego:

Happy Presidents Day!

Today is Presidents Day.

This being a federal holiday, banks are closed and there's no mail deliveries today. So, we can relax a bit and save some money and not have to stress about receiving bills in the mail. 

Above, Ronald and Nancy Reagan at the Town & Country
Hotel in San Diego in September 1979. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Is Your RV Model Older Than 10 Years?

Above, this sign greeted me at La Mesa RV. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

This last February, my 2015 Winnebago Minnie Winnie 22R hit the ten-year mark. 

It seems like only yesterday that I bought it at La Mesa RV in San Diego. I flew to San Diego from LAX and the dealer picked me up from the airport. After getting the paperwork and insurance matters done, I drove it home to Tarzana, California. Along the way, I stopped in Mission Viejo to pay a visit to my Aunt Rose. I am glad I did for she passed away a year later.

Above, after getting the RV home. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

To date, it has been the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned. 

RV Travel has posted a poll asking readers if their RVs are ten years old (or older).

They begin with:

Can you believe 10 years ago it was 2015? Oh, how young, sweet, and innocent the world was back then… Sigh…

Anyway, is your RV a model year 2015? If so, that makes it 10 years old this year! Is it a model older than 2015 or one that’s newer?

A lot can change in a decade—technology, road conditions, campground reservations, even the definition of “boondocking” seems to keep evolving. But for many RVers, a well-maintained rig from 2015 might still feel just right. Some even say RVs from a decade ago were built sturdier than some of today’s models—do you agree?

To read more and respond to the poll, go here. 

RV Travel: CARB Pollution Rule Portends Disaster

Above, San Diego's Campland On The Bay. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Two blog posts on the California "ban" on Class A, Class B and Class C RVs have already been posted here.

For more in-depth information on the coming CARB (California Air Resources Board) emissions standards has been posted at RV Travel. It is by RV lemon law attorney Ron Burge.

It begins with:

The new California Air Resources Board (CARB) rule that becomes effective in 2025 will cause major changes to the RV industry and that means motorhome buyers, too. Originally aimed at the tailpipe pollution levels of fossil fuel emission engines — gas and diesel — of big rig trucks, the new emissions level mandate will hit the RV industry hard, too, with an industry-wide and nationwide impact.

To read the article, go here. 

The Moribund California Republican Party

Above, Ronald Reagan addressing a rally at the 1979 California Republican Party
 convention at the Town & Country Hotel in San Diego. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Back in the 1970s and 1980s, I regularly attended the annual conventions of the California Republican Party (also known as the Republican State Central Committee of California). 

These days, state party has become a moribund shell of its former self. During the days of Ronald Reagan, George Deukmejian and even Pete Wilson, the party had fairly decent leadership. I remember the days when the party mobilized its troops and won many special elections, even during the Watergate period.

Since Arnold Schwarzenegger's disastrous terms as governor, including his wacko Proposition 14, California has become essentially a one-party state. Small wonder it is called Commiefornia.

The party held its first 2024 convention in Burlingame last month. I just read one person's report on how the convention went and it is not too encouraging. 

The report, by William Del Pilar, begins with:

I am back from the California Republican Party (CAGOP) convention. My first in a few years, and many familiar faces are no longer around. While old leadership remains, I did see more younger faces than ever before. That gives me hope.

It was also great to see the San Diego Young Republicans out as a visible group. I met the future:

• A young female mayor with chutzpah, Indian farmers who’ve had enough.
• Latinos are fed up with Democrats hiding transitioning children from them.
• More blacks and Latinos are tired of CAGOP RINOs and are entering political races.

Sadly, none of that matters to an extent because leadership continues to be led by a token Latina who was elected not once, twice, but three times to serve her masters and not the people. For the bigots who want to call me racist, WRONG! I’m a conservative Latino, and I don’t need to be Latino to figure out why this person was selected to lead the CAGOP. She works for those above her who pay her, not the people!

To read the full report, go here. 

San Diego Rodeo Ban Would Threaten Tribal History and Culture

Above, many rodeos in the Southwest are predominantly Native American. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Once upon a time, the city of San Diego was pretty much a conservative city with Republican mayors and council members. That has apparently gone by the wayside as liberal lunatics have taken over and there is talk of an ordinance banning rodeos within the city.

Nearby Native American tribes call any ban on rodeos a threat to their history and culture. 

The San Diego Union-Tribune reported:

SAN DIEGO —  Local tribal leaders and charro groups are lobbying San Diego to put the brakes on a proposed citywide rodeo ban, contending city leaders have been duped by activists and need to thoroughly educate themselves.

While the ban wouldn’t apply to local tribes because their land is outside the city limits, they’re fighting it because they believe bans proposed recently in San Diego and Los Angeles could spread statewide quickly.

They say San Diego’s ban threatens longtime traditions because rodeos are a cultural practice with roots that have been intertwined with Black, Indigenous and Mexican American communities for centuries.

“The city has not equipped itself with accurate information to craft sensible, equitable policy, and we fear that it could lead to a dismissal of our cultural history and heritage in San Diego,” the groups said in a joint letter to the city. “In the spirit of inclusivity, we urge the City Council and its staff to participate in a dialogue and begin their educational journey on our practices and values.”

This really shouldn't come as much of a surprise. After all, we're talking California (i.e., Commiefornia) here.

To read more, go here. 

RV Dealer Makes Buyer Leave Over $2,500 "Dealer Prep/Walk Thru" Charge

Above, my Winnebago on La Mesa RV's lot. La Mesa RV photo.

When one buys an RV, be it a motorhome or a trailer, the walk-through with the dealer is usually part of the sales transaction before one drives it off the lot.

I purchased two Class C motorhomes and each time the dealer gave me a walk-through the unit explaining each system and feature. I have never been charged for such. I videoed the first one for future reference. 

When I bought my current Winnebago Class C, the dealer (La Mesa RV) even picked me up at the airport in San Diego, gratis!

I was perusing RV Travel this morning and an item caught my eye. A Camping World dealer decided to charge a customer $2,500 for a "dealer prep charge". 

Here's what was written:

Charge for a walk-through?

Joseph W. was buying a Class C and the dealer was going to charge for a walk-through! He wrote, “We were looking for a Class C and were ready to spend over 100K. The Camping World salesperson told me that there was a $2,500 dealer prep charge. When I asked, she said it included the walk-through. I told her I was walking through the door right out of the store. I found a dealer who does not charge for a walk-through. Guess where we will buy?”

I would have done the same.

To read more, go here. 

Tips, Advice On RV Recalls

Above, at Campland On The Bay during the San Diego recall trip. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Since I bought my 2015 Winnebago Minnie Winnie 22R, I had to deal with two recalls with it.

The first one was a possible defect with the house door lock. I took the motorhome down to La Mesa RV in San Diego (where I bought it) for an inspection and/or needed repairs. We made the trip into a fun one. We stayed at Campland On The Bay (it was a disappointment) the night before the appointment time. The matter at La Mesa RV was done before we even finished breakfast, so we headed over to Sea World for the rest of the day. That wasn't a disappointment.

The other recall I had to deal with was with the Kidde fire extinguisher that came with the RV. It was one of the recalled models and it was replaced. No muss, no fuss.

The topic of recalls is covered in an article at RV Travel.

They begin it with:

FOMO stands for Fear of Missing Out. The world of recalls is one place where missing out is a real risk.

Recalls of any product can be a pain in the neck as well as a pain in the pocketbook. Yet to RV travelers, these notifications are also an important warning that your travels, and even your life, might be in danger.

It’s always good to know that the product is defective before you find out the hard way. It’s also a nuisance that takes a bite out of your RV timetable. If you’re lucky, you get an email or letter telling you that something you own has been recalled. If you’re diligent, you check for recall information on a regular basis of your choice and learn of recalls that might apply to you.

What comes next can be a real headache. When Kidde fire extinguishers were recalled a few years back, I spent an hour rounding up all my fire extinguishers from the house, car, RV, garage, and boat. It took hours to find and copy off the model and serial numbers, and then fill out forms online. With foods, you have to go to the pantry and freezer to check dates, UPC’s and other codes. It’s better-safe-than-sorry time. It may also be an opportunity to get a full refund, a replacement, a coupon for a discount on your next purchase, or even a settlement in dollars.

Vehicle recalls can mean hours in a dealership’s waiting room while repairs are being made. Recalls of smaller items might require shipping the product to a special address. Even if shipping is at the manufacturer’s expense, you have to go online to print out paperwork and a shipping label, then box up the product and return it. In the case of some foods and other small items, it’s easier just to throw it away, chalk it up to experience, and be satisfied that you were prevented from using a defective food or product.

 To read more, go here.

Animal Rights Groups Sue To Stop Rodeo In San Diego

Animal rights wackos are suing the San Diego Padres to stop a scheduled rodeo at Petco Park.

According to NBC 7 San Diego:

Animal rights groups have filed a lawsuit to stop a three-day rodeo planned next year at Petco Park, which the groups allege will lead to the abuse of animals featured in the event.

The lawsuit against the Padres and C5 Rodeo, the company operating the San Diego Rodeo, was filed Thursday in San Diego Superior Court. The San Diego Rodeo is planned for Jan. 12-14, the first-ever rodeo to be held at the ballpark and the first time a rodeo has been held in the city of San Diego since the 1980s.

The plaintiffs, the animal rights groups Animal Protection and Rescue League and Showing Animals Respect and Kindness, allege the rodeo company conducting the event, C5 Rodeo, utilizes electric prods and similar devices to shock animals.

“The rodeos tie tight bucking straps around their abdomens and then they often actually shock the horses before they ride into the arena with a rider on their back and that’s why they’re bucking wildly and they sometimes fall down,” said Bryan Pease, the San Diego attorney who is representing the animal rights groups in the lawsuit.

The lawsuit also alleges that the Padres and C5 Rodeo are violating San Diego’s municipal code which prohibits non-service animals from being at Petco Park during a Padres event.

In a statement to NBC 7, a spokesperson for C5 Rodeo said: “In our preparations for the San Diego Rodeo, we have worked with industry professionals to establish and implement animal safety measures. We are committed to providing the very best care for the contestants and livestock and abide all California laws regulating the treatment and use of animals.”

To read the full article, go here. 

The Return of Kharis (70 Years Later)

Above, Lon Chaney Jr. as Kharis in The Mummy's Curse (1944). Universal Pictures.

It has been since 1944 when we last saw the mummy Kharis, in The Mummy's Curse. 

Here's the plot according to Wikipedia:

The Southern Engineering Company is trying to drain the local swamp for the public good. However, the efforts are being hampered by the superstitions of the workers, who believe the area to be haunted by the mummy and his bride.

Two representatives of the Scripps Museum, Dr. James Halsey and Dr. Ilzor Zandaab, arrive on the scene and present their credentials to the head of the project, Pat Walsh. They have come to search for the missing mummies, buried in the swamp years earlier. Their conversation is interrupted by the news that a workman has been murdered in the swamps. Evidence at the scene convinces Halsey that the murderer has found the mummy of Kharis.

Later that evening, Zandaab sneaks into the swamp and meets Ragheb. Ragheb is a disciple of the Arkam sect, and Zandaab is secretly a High Priest. The follower killed the worker that unearthed Kharis, and has taken the immobile monster to a deserted monastery.

Zandaab explains the legend of Kharis and Ananka to Ragheb as he brews the tana leaves, giving instructions on their use. The old sacristan of the monastery intrudes on their ritual, and is promptly executed by a risen Kharis.

Meanwhile, the mummy of Ananka rises from the swamp after being partially uncovered by a bulldozer during the excavation. She immerses herself in a pond and the mud is washed away, revealing an attractive young woman.

Cajun Joe finds the girl wandering listlessly in the swamps, calling out the name "Kharis". He takes her to Tante Berthe, the owner of the local pub, who aids the girl. Later, Kharis finds her there and murders Berthe, as Ananka flees into the night.

Ananka is soon found lying unconscious beside the road by Halsey and Betty Walsh, the niece of Pat Walsh. While in their care, and although apparently suffering from amnesia, the girl displays an incredible knowledge of ancient Egypt. Her stay at Halsey's camp is again interrupted by the appearance of Kharis, and the kindly physician, Dr. Cooper, is killed. She again takes flight, and Halsey and the others go in search of her.

Fleeing the monster after he attacks and kills Cajun Joe, she comes to Betty's tent seeking refuge. However, Kharis is not far behind. He enters the tent and whisks away his Princess, leaving the horrified Betty unhurt.

Betty asks Ragheb for his help in finding Dr. Halsey. The treacherous disciple has other ideas, and takes her to the monastery instead. Zandaab, having already administered the tana fluid to the young Ananka, is angered to find Ragheb making advances on Betty. He orders her death, but Ragheb kills him instead. Halsey arrives, tracking them from the camp after finding Betty's tent destroyed. A struggle ensues between Ragheb and Halsey, until Kharis intervenes. The creature, sensing Ragheb's betrayal, advances on his former ally.

Locking himself inside a cell-like room, Ragheb is powerless to do anything but watch as Kharis literally brings down the walls on the two of them. Halsey, Betty and the rest find the mummified remains of Ananka in the adjoining room.

As stated above, the monastery walls, where high priest Zandaab and his henchman Ragheb were hiding in, collapsed on Kharis when he was going after Ragheb in a cell-like room.

The last bit of dialog after the old monastery walls collapsed on Kharis (from the script):

Halsey: This mummy is the girl we brought to the camp. She's the Princess Ananka.

We'll put a crew of men together digging Kharis out of the rubble, then send them both back to the Scripps Museum.

The end.

Well, maybe not. Frankly, Kharis is too tough for collapsed stone walls to kill him.

Suppose Universal Pictures decides to produce a movie picking up where The Mummy's Curse left off? A screenwriter who is also a fan of the Mummy movies could tackle the script (Donald Glut, are you listening?). That would be interesting and not difficult. It could be a money-maker, especially with baby boomers and fans of classic Universal horror movies. Besides being a sequel, it can also correct the goof of locations (and other plot holes), when the movie substituted Massachusetts with Louisiana. 

It can go like this:

The bodies of Kharis and Ananka were taken to the Scripps Museum where they had been on display for 70 years. Another high priest of the sect, who were the guardians of Ananka's and Kharis's tombs, arrives in America around 2014. Perhaps he's the youngest son or grandson of Kandaab and his desire is to complete the mission to bring Ananka and Kharis back to Egypt. With him, he brings a satchel of tana leaves to revive Kharis, which he does. Kharis is revived and runs amok in modern-day San Diego (where the museum is located). Of course, nobody believes a living mummy is out killing people. With the help of Kharis, the high priest manages to remove Ananka's body from the museum and takes it to Lindbergh Field. 

A chartered plane (Egypt Air?) manages to take off before authorities catch wind of this and can stop them. (Coffee, tea or tana fluid, sir?) They reach modern-day Egypt, where they have a different set of problems in getting Kharis and Ananka back to their tombs. However, Universal Pictures, being the crafty company it is, saves what happens next for another sequel.

The possibilities are endless. 

CA Reparations Committee Wants Apology For Reagan's "Welfare Queen" Term

Above, Ronald and Nancy Reagan at the Town & Country
Hotel in San Diego, September 1979. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The Democrat Party, who has a stranglehold on California's state government, has sunk into a deeper abyss of stupidity with their "reparations task force".

Along with recommending paying millions to the state's blacks, they want a formal state apology for then-Gov. Ronald Reagan's coinage of  the term, "welfare queen". The term was used in relation to people who engaged in welfare fraud in the state.

From Fox News:

California's reparations task force is calling on the Golden State to issue a formal apology for former Gov. Ronald Reagan coining the term "welfare queen" and for a disproportionately low number of Black Californians working as doctors and lawyers as part of a broader effort to make amends for slavery and racism.

The task force, which was created by state legislation signed by incumbent Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2020, formally approved over the weekend its final recommendations to the California Legislature, which will then decide whether to implement the measures and send them to the governor's desk to be signed into law.

Among the recommendations is for California to issue a formal apology enacted by the legislature and signed by the governor for slavery and anti-Black racism.

"The legislature must apologize on behalf of the state of California and the people of California for the perpetration of gross human rights violations and genocide of Africans who were enslaved and their descendants through public apology, requests for forgiveness, censure of state perpetrators, and tributes to victims," the task force writes in its proposal.

California never allowed slavery in its history, but pro-reparations advocates argue the state still worked to uphold the institution and discriminated in other ways against Black Americans.

I'm glad I moved out of that crazy state!

To read more, go here. 

Poll: How Far Did You Go To Buy Your RV?

Above, the sign that greeted me upon my arrival at the dealer. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

How far did you travel to buy your current RV?

That is the topic of a poll in RV Travel. 

For me, I traveled a little over 100 miles but under 300 miles to find the RV I wanted. None of the Winnebago dealers in the Los Angeles area had what I wanted, but an RV dealer in San Diego did. After negotiating on the price and paying the deposit, I flew down to pick it up. The dealer, La Mesa RV, picked me up at the airport and brought me to the dealership. 

There, we completed the paperwork, payment and insurance and I drove it home.

RV Travel begins their poll with:

Nowadays, it can be hard to find the RV of your dreams (or, maybe in reality, the RV you’ve settled on). Dealer lots are empty and new RVs are accounted for sometimes years in advance. If you find the RV you want, it’s best to snatch it while you can… even if you do have to drive a ways to get it.

Did you buy your current RV locally or travel farther away to get a good deal, or maybe a specific brand and model you really liked?

After you vote in the poll, please comment below and tell us exactly how far you drove (and why and where!) to buy your current RV. If you can remember, that is…

To vote in the poll, go here. 

Classic Rock Music Monday

The stuff that now passes as "music", particularly rock 'n roll, leaves me cold. So, to start off the week, here's a video of a classic rock artist.

As today is Memorial Day, this one is not exactly rock, but it is a classic song that hit the Billboard charts in 1966. It got a lot of airplay on rock 'n roll stations. This is for all veterans, living and who have passed on.

It is "The Ballad of the Green Berets" by SSgt Barry Sadler.

According to Wikipedia:

"The Ballad of the Green Berets" is a patriotic song in the ballad style about the United States Army Special Forces. It is one of the few popular songs of the Vietnam War years to cast the military in a positive light and in 1966 became a major hit, reaching No. 1 for five weeks on the Hot 100 and four weeks on Cashbox. It was also a crossover smash, reaching No. 1 on Billboard's Easy Listening chart and No. 2 on Billboard's Country survey. Billboard ranked it No. 10 in its year-end chart for 1966.

"The Ballad of the Green Berets" was recorded by Sadler in December 1965 and released in January 1966. It brings back memories of my grandfather's funeral and burial in February 1966 at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego, California whenever I hear it. 

Are RVs Tax Deductible?

Above, at La Mesa RV in San Diego. I didn't any consider tax
deductions when I made my purchase. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

One of the last things I even considered (actually, not at all) when I bought my 2015 Winnebago Minnie Winnie was tax deductions. 

I didn't finance it, I paid cash for it.

But, there are those out there in the hinterlands who are considering buying an RV and may be wondering if the purchase can be deducted off one's income taxes.

RV Life takes a look at this question and they begin with:

When you think about RVs, you probably think about fun, freedom, and adventure. And the least fun, free, and adventurous thing you can think of is probably taxes. But there is an interesting question here: are RVs tax deductible?

In fact, there are a few ways you can use your RV for tax deductions. If you:

• Bought your RV in the current tax year
• Use your RV as your primary or secondary home
• Use your RV for business purposes

Or if you have any combination of these, you may be able to make some deductions on your taxes. Let’s look at all the different ways this is possible.

To read further, go here. 

Finding A Good RV Service Department

Above, La Mesa RV in San Diego. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

One of the things that RV owners need is a good service department for those times when something in the rig goes haywire.

Luckily for me, I bought my RV at La Mesa RV in San Diego which, as it fortunately turns out, has a dealership in Albuquerque. For the times I needed work done, they performed just fine as did their San Diego location when I had some recall work done.

For normal maintenance things (tune-ups, oil changes, trip checks, etc.), I have a mechanic in Gallup.

RV Travel has an article on finding a good service department that includes a list of things to look for.

They begin with:

We all have our “must-have” lists when purchasing a big-ticket item. We use these lists because they help narrow down our choices when, say, buying an RV. You may not want the same features on your RV that I do. That’s okay. Everyone is different. But one feature that all RV owners will undoubtedly want (and need eventually) is a good service department. Is that “must-have” on your list? It should be!

To read the full article, go here. 

Why Your Local RV Dealer Won't Honor Your Warranty

Above, the San Diego La Mesa RV dealership. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Over the years, I have read in various RV forums that some dealers will refuse to do warranty work on RVs not purchased there, even though the make of the RV is the same a the brand(s) the dealership sells and services.

Their attitude is, "We only do warranty work on RVs purchased here."

This has not been a problem for me as I bought my Winnebago from La Mesa RV in San Diego and there's a La Mesa RV in Albuquerque. 

RV Travel discusses why some dealerships refuse to do warranty work for units not purchased from them.

They begin with:

You bought a new RV and you got a great deal out of state. But now you have a few things wrong with it and so you take it to the corner dealership where you saw the RV the first time. Now they’re saying they won’t work on it. What’s going on? Are they trying to rip you off?

Actually, this is fully legitimate and well within the agreement between the manufacturers and the dealership. So what’s going on?

To read more, go here. 

Two San Diego Area RV Parks Fined $750,000

Above, beach area next to Campland on the Bay. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Several years ago, we were down in San Diego to take care of a recall matter involving my 2015 Winnebago Minnie Winnie and to go to Sea World.

While there, we stayed at Campland on the Bay for a night. I wasn't too impressed with it as it seemed to be a glorified asphalt parking lot, especially considering the price per night they charged.

Well, the California Coastal Commission isn't too impressed with Campland and another RV park either.

They were both fined for signage misleading people to think the public beaches they're on are private.

SF Gate reported:

Two RV parks along the California coast have been penalized three-quarters of a million dollars after a government agency said that the public was misled to believe its adjacent beaches were private, as reported by KGTV San Diego. 

Campland on the Bay and Mission Bay RV Resort allegedly had signs surrounding the properties stating that beach access was private and for use by their guests only. 

The California Coastal Commission reached a settlement with the parks, which are both public trust state tidelands, to ensure the surrounding area knows the beaches are available for all.

To read more, go here. 

Identity of Woman Killed In Capitol Confirmed

Above, Ashli Babbit, who was shot and killed in the Capitol today.

Reports about a girl, age 16, who was shot and killed allegedly by Capitol Police seems to be in error.

KUSI News from San Diego gives her actual identity:

WASHINGTON (KUSI) — The woman who was shot and killed inside the US Capitol during the protests was from the San Diego area.

KUSI News has spoken with her husband.

The woman is Ashli Babbit, a 14-year veteran, who served four tours with the US Air Force, and was a high level security official throughout her time in service.

Her husband says she was a strong supporter of President Trump, and was a great patriot to all who knew her.

An investigation is underway.

To read more, go here. 

Best Time To Buy A RV

Above, upon arrival at the dealership, I was greeted by this sign in the lobby. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

It was during the month of February five years ago (time sure does fly) when I bought my 2015 Winnebago Minnie Winnie 22R. I got a good deal from La Mesa RV in San Diego and when it was ready, I flew down to pick it up. The dealer sent a driver to the airport to transport me to the dealership. The final sales price was only $1,000 over my initial offer, which was way below the unit's MSRP.

Do It Yourself RV has an article on when is the best time to buy a RV. From the article, February is a good month to make a purchase, even though sales start to pick up during that month.

They begin with:

Are you in the market for a new RV? We don’t blame you. Being an RV owner is a fabulous thing. It gives you the freedom to go out and explore the country on a whim, and you can do so without breaking the bank. Besides that, you have the ability to stay off-grid, and because you take your bed, bathroom, and kitchen along with you, you’ll be comfortable wherever you roam.

All that said, there are many things to consider before purchasing an RV. First, you’ll have to decide whether you prefer a driveable rig or a towable one. You’ll need to look at the various floor plans to figure out which is best for you, and you’ll want to consider the features in the RV you have in mind.

 One of the most important factors, however, is the cost.

Most people are going to be looking for the best deal they can get. After all, unless you’re made of money, you probably aren’t going to want to throw a bunch of it away unnecessarily. Fortunately, there are good deals to be had out there, and there are plenty of tricks that allow you to find those good deals. The best trick? Knowing the best time to buy an RV as well as where to get it.

Let’s dive in and discuss the very best time to buy an RV. From there, we can talk about the best places to shop as well, so you can mark your calendar and plan a trip to get the RV deal of a lifetime.

To read more, go here.