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O�cial publication of the Diesel RV Club

Fall 2017 Issue 39

Amish Country Connection

July Rally in Bremen

continued on page 5

Forty-seven members of Diesel RV Club from 16 states (comprising 25 registrations) gathered for the summer rally at Pla-Mor Campground near Bremen, Indiana.

Food, as usual, was in ample supply beginning with the pot luck on Sunday evening and continuing with the catered meals from Das Dutchman Essenhaus of Middlebury Famous for their pies, of course, we had to try some. Several reg-istrants found time to enjoy the timed event of nine–piece puzzles and Bean Bag Baseball. With a score of 34 to 33, there really weren’t any losers, just first and second place finishers.

At right: Several participants enjoyed the pre-rally snack time in the shade of a large oak tree at the campground. Below: On Independence Day, July 4, the campground hosted in which anyone with a decorated cart, bike, or wagon could participate. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited at the start of the parade. See page eight for other photos and story.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President Vacanct

Senior VP Rod Kenly

VP Membership & Treasurer Tim Gerrity

VP Publications Byron Songer

VP Rally Coordinator Janet Staehr

VP Technical Brett Wolfe

Secretary Judy N. Jackson

National Director Ken Carpenter

Alternate National Director Vacant

Nominating Committee All positions are vacant

at present

Club Founder Don Tallman

O�cial publication of the Diesel RV Club

Issue 39, Fall 2017 – Diesel RV Club “Travelore” is a publication of the Diesel RV Clug, 3916 N Potsdam Ave. PMB 1107, Sioux Falls, SD 57104-7048. The Editor is Byron Songer who can be contacted via email at editor@dieselrvclub.org. The editor of Travelore reserves the right to edit or modify any material submitted for publi-cation. Reproduction in whole or in part including photocopy, except for personal use, is prohibited without the expressed, written permission of the Publisher. Diesel RV Club is not responsible for any liability arising from errors, omissions, or mistakes contained herein. End users should read with caution, especially with respect to technical information.

ContentsJuly Rally in Bremen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Contents, Officers, Legal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

The Officer’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

FMCA Governing Board Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

July Rally (continued), Membership Report and Treasurer’s Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Member Meeting Minutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Schedule Annual Medicare Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 7

Video Conference, Volunteer Plea Advertisements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Flamingos and Beaches Rally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

DRVC Membership Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12

Valued Partners List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 through 15

Featured Advertising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

ON THE WEB www.dieselrvclub.org

andforum.dieselrvclub.org

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I hope you all had a great summer!

As I sit here, the solar eclipse has just occurred, and Labor Day is not very far away – by the time you read this, it will be over.

Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer – even if it doesn’t end on the calendar for another three weeks. Labor Day is dedicated to the social and economic achieve-ments of American workers. So congratulations!

I trust all of you we saw at our summer rally at Pla-Mor Campground in Indiana had a great time. I want to thank our VP Rally Coordinator, Janet Staer (and Jim), and those that assisted for putting on a great rally in Bremen, Indiana. From my vantage point, we all had an enjoyable time. The weather, which was pretty good, certainly coop-erated. I have to say I enjoyed the cloggers that provided our entertainment one evening. In fact, got tired just sitting there watching them. What a great way to burn calories (watching it – not participating).

I also hope those of you in attendance at the FMCA Inter-national Rally in Indianapolis had an enjoyable experience. We had a few rainy days. I was on the parking team and we had one day where we were absolutely drenched – when we received five inches of rain in one day. I have never been that wet without being in a pool. At least, not that I can recall.

One of the requests from members at the summer rally was the possibility of adding some additional product discussions in the future. I have taken that to heart and I will put together a presentation for next summer… stay tuned. And, if you have suggestions for discussion areas, make suggestions. A place to start would be listing what you’d like to know more about. I’m sure that we have some others in the club who may have extensive knowledge of the product or subject. At a minimum, there are probably others that can part with what we know and, in a group discussion, help in wading our way through.

At Bremen no Nominating Committee was elected. This is a vital committee that proposes officers who serve two-year terms. One-half are proposed every year. We are in need of volunteers to serve on this committee. Please consider giving of yourself to this committee.

Please consider volunteering for the nominating commit-tee as well as an office. This Club is run by volunteers and we need your help in keeping the Club functioning. We also need Rally Masters – please contact Janet Staehr for more information.

Our winter Rally is the “Flamingos and Beaches Rally” which will be held March 4-9, 2018 at the Flamingo Lake RV Resort in Jacksonville, Florida. Please see the adver-tisement elsewhere in Travelore, and well as our web site.

The next FMCA International Rally will be held March 15-19 in Perry, Georgia.

As of this writing, the summer rally will be held in Love-land, Colorado. Again, it will be in advance of the FMCA International Rally scheduled for July 18-21 in Gillette, Wyoming. I’m looking forward to being in Loveland, Colorado for our summer rally. It ought to be beautiful summer weather in Colorado with the advantage of being on the front range of the Rockies and within an easy drive of Rocky Mountain National Park.

By the way, Rocky Mountain National Park’s 415 square miles provides visitors with a spectacular mountain envi-ronment. In fact, you can enjoy Trail Ridge Road – which crests at over 12,000 feet, with pull outs to experience the subalpine and alpine worlds – along with over 300 miles of hiking trails, wildflowers, wildlife, starry nights, and fun times. Estes Park, the eastern gateway to RMNP, is about a 30-mile drive up a canyon highway, US 34.

See you down the road—

Rod

The Officer’s Cornerby Rod Kenly, Senior Vice President

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GReaT PeoPle

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FMCA Update

Results of FMCA Governing Board Meeting in IndyThe Governing Board met in Indianapolis to act on a number of proposals and to elect a slate of Executive Officers for FMCA. The positions voted on were: National President, National Senior Vice President, National Secre-tary, and National Treasurer.

The results are as follows:• National President - Jon Walker• National Senior Vice President - Rett Porter• National Secretary - Gaye Young• National Treasurer - John Reynolds

Verizon Data PlanThe plan initially offered by the FMCA to attract new members was withdrawn after implementation because it was determined that a nonprofit government organization (which is how the FMCA is classified) does not qualify for benefits offered by the plan. New arrangements are being worked on but it is too early to know what the new plan will offer or when it will be available.

Chandler UpdateThe financial update was given on the Chandler rally. A re-clarification was made to state that FMCA did not lose money on the rally nor was the level of profit as antici-pated.

Location UpdatesPomona should be considered as an option for 2019 winter rally despite the usually small draw to that area and the fact that the FMCA has never had a profitable rally there. The last one drew only 900 coaches but the committee felt the low turn out was due to a lack of promotion. The com-mittee felt that it was still very important for the FMCA to have a rally somewhere on the west coast. An amendment was made that would allow the executive board to negoti-ate for a suitable new location in the western portion of the continent.

Redmond was approved for the 2020 rally.

Proposed AmendmentsThe following three bylaws amendments were proposed:

Proposal #1 – Any voting FMCA member, other than a member who is employed by or holds a management inter-

est in an RV-related association or company, is eligible for election to the Executive Board. Members who share a member number may not serve concurrent (simultaneous) terms on the Executive Board.

The proposal was defeated.

Proposal #2 – Membership shall be open to any family unit or individual regardless of race, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, religion, color, marital or family status, age nationality, disability, or political beliefs.

The proposal was defeated.

Proposal #3 – The proposal is too long to fully restate here. The proposal would allow a qualified group of recreational vehicle owners to become full members of FMCA.

Much time was spent on defining “recreational vehicle” since one was not given ahead of time. The Executive Board felt the definition should be something the Govern-ing Board should do. FMCA’s procedural guidelines were voted on and approved to allow the definition and the pro-posal to be implemented this year which will allow FMCA to begin accepting the new members as early as December if approved by the general membership. Otherwise, even with approval by the membership, FMCA would have to wait until Wyoming which would be the earliest time the process could be made official and begin accepting the new members of units other than motorhomes. If the Govern-ing Board voted to approve the proposal a ballot would then be sent to the entire membership base to be voted on. It would be a mail-in ballot that runs for three months in the FMCA magazine.

The following definition of RV was adopted: The term “recreational vehicle” as used herein, is defined as a self-contained, wheeled vehicle that includes permanently installed cooking, sleeping, and sanitary facilities.

The outcome of the vote was 226 for and 48 against, exceeding the 65 percent that was needed for approval. The proposal to allow towable RVs, using the agreed upon definition of an RV, will now be sent to the general mem-bership for a vote.

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continued from previous pageResults of FMCA Board Meeting

continued from front pageJuly Rally in Bremen

Membership ReportAs of 15 August, 2017

Active Due Pending

Regular Members 367 56 81

ForumPlus Members 11 6 7

DRVC Treasurer’s ReportAs of 15 August, 2017

General Fund Amount

Ending Balance $64,470.55

Ending Balance (2016) $62,685.05

Note that rallies are self-funded and operate on a break-even basis. Incidental funds that remain are added to the General Fund.

With this definition of a recreational vehicle, the Diesel RV Club voted to support the proposal. However, any changes to bylaws remain to be approved using DRVC processes.

New Business The following Process and Procedure amendment was made because some members felt that most chapters would adopt the “management practices” employed by the Executive Board although the board insisted that the chapters do not have to. This is to clarify that stipulation.

The Constitution Committee and Policy and Procedure Committee will review the chapter bylaws format to clarify conformity to the Constitution, Bylaws, and Policies & Procedures of FMCA. As to what is mandatory, recom-mended, and permissible deviations and give concrete examples of such.

connect with us on the web at www.dieselrvclub.org and forum.dieselrvclub.org

Entertainment on Monday evening was the Heartland Country Cloggers. The members of the quick-footed group come from a radius of 100 miles and were fascinating.

For the free time on July 4th and 5th, several chose to do the road rally. Rally check points included Rentown Country Store (an Amish grocery) near Bremen, Nap-panee’s Coppes Commons (a building built in 1878 and at one time housed the best cabinet making shop in the US), Amish Acres (an 80-acre Older Order Amish farm homesteaded in 1873), Yoder Popcorn in Shipshewana, the Menno-Hof Museum where we learned the differ-ences between the Hutterites, Mennonites and Amish, the Shipshewana Flea Market and the amazing Wakarusa Dime Store.

For the Photo Contest at this Rally, individuals were encouraged to have their own pictures printed. The top three winners were each given a $25.00 gift card.

Two different crafts were provided for the participants. Small wooden barn quilts were made on Wednesday and on Thursday memory wire bracelets were made.

Continuing with our tradition, 50-50 tickets were sold with the proceeds going to the Boys and Girls Club of Bremen.

During Breakfast on Friday morning, the clouds in the west looked very dark. Some storm warnings forecasted. As a result, those planning to leave after breakfast hastily took some food and got things together just prior to the down pour that did hit. It rained until about 2:00 p.m. causing us to receive about five inches of the rain and strong winds. Water was everywhere since the camp-ground was mainly flat but those remaining weathered well. Due to the unexpected weather event, a few extended their stay at the campground an extra day. Others made their way on to the FMCA Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase which followed the Bremen rally.

One of the craft projects was painting a quilt block on a square of wood.

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Diesel RV Club Member Meeting MinutesTechnical: Approximately 772,000 page views in 2016, averaging 2,115 per day. Forum membership is currently 3,234 which is up 7.2% over last year (3,008). There were 4,013 topics started by forum members with the most popular being “Most Economical Cruising Speed” followed by “Computer Chip for Better Mileage”.

OLD BUSINESS:Minutes of 2016 Business Meeting Approved.

NEW BUSINESS:Nominating Committee and Election of Officers 2017 – 2019.

The following names were offered as candidates for the membership. Rod Kenly for Senior Vice President; Byron Songer for Vice President for Publishing; Ken Carpenter for Treasurer; and Don Walker for Alternate National Director. There were no nominations from the floor. Motion made by Rod Kenly to vote on listed candidates with second by Richard Porter. The vote carried unani-mously including those members who voted electronically, for the approved slate of officers.

The 2018 offices to be filled will be President, VP Techni-cal, Secretary and National Director.

OTHER BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR:There were questions and discussion about the Pizza and Greet to be held at FMCA following the diesel engine semi-nars (CAT and Cummins) and whether it should be pub-lished in the daily FMCA paper. The general consensus was to keep it as it is with announcements at the beginning of the engine seminars.

Discussion also developed regarding current FMCA proposal to include Towables in the future. Clarified by Richard Marvin that at the Indianapolis meeting there will be discussion to structure any change over a 3 year transi-tion period after which each FMCA member and chapter will have a vote. There will be more information on this following the meeting in Indianapolis.

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned by Acting President, Rod Kenly at 11:46 a.m.

Respectfully submitted, Judith N. Jackson, Secretary

Monday, July 3, 2017 Pla-Mor Campground, Bremen, IndianaThe Member Meeting of Diesel RV Club was called to order by Acting President Rod Kenly at 11:00 a.m. The invocation was delivered by John Miller and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Rod Kenly.

Introductions were made of the chapter officers present (Rod Kenly, Don Walker, and Judith N. Jackson) with the announcements that this year is the 13th anniversary of the chapter and this Member Meeting is the first before the FMCA convention. In the past, the meetings were held during the FMCA conventions.

OFFICER REPORTS:Secretary: West Springfield, MA Business Meeting Min-utes, August 2016 – published in Newsletter, the website, and on the wall.

Treasurer: $66,781 in bank. 2016 Audit Committee Report posted on the wall and Financial statements approved by Board.

Rally Coordinator: Winter Rally in Camp Verde, AZ was sold out with 68 attendees. Summer 2017 Rally at Pla-Mor Campground, the first to host a Membership Meeting. 2018 Spring rally will be in Jacksonville, FL at the Fla-mingo Lake RV Resort, March 4-9, 2018. Summer 2018 Rally will be in Loveland, CO.

Membership: 472 active members (last year 503) with 455 Regular and 17 Forum Plus. There are 38 Regular and four Forum Plus members in “Renewal Overdue” status with one day to six months beyond renewal date. There are 98 new members since July 2016. Member coach diesels include 136 Cummins (28.8%), 295 CAT (62.5%) and 41 Others (8.7%). Also currently there are 133 Facebook likes and 118 RVillage members. Free 1st-year membership was offered to 1,096 people last year (up from 828 the year before) with 79 acceptances. Since September 2013, Free First Year Memberships have been offered to 4,310 new FMCA members with 172 joining. 23% have renewed at least once. 29.4% of members joined through referrals with current members as our most powerful recruitment tool. However, due to new security guidelines, FMCA will no longer be providing us with email addresses of their new members so our recruiting effort will change.

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It Is Time

Schedule Annual Medicare Maintenance NowMedicare Open Enrollment begins October 15th and ends December 7th. Reviewing your Medicare annually is just as important as scheduling your motorhome annual engine maintenance. Why? Because you may need to make changes. Regardless of how you supplement your Medi-care, open enrollment should be calendared for the reason provided above, a change may be in order. Unfortunately, many folks enroll in Medicare supplemental plans and never look back.

Medicare Part D is evolving and changing annually. It is the most misunderstood component of Medicare. Know-ing how it works is critical to your wallet and your health.

Medicare Open Enrollment Is a Call to ActionTaking a few simple steps will provide you peace of mind for the coming year for RVers and others on Medicare.

Step #1 -– Your Medicare Part D plan or Medicare Advan-tage/Part D should be on your calendar October 1 each year. That is the date you will receive your “Annual Notice of Change” from your insurance company. Open it imme-diately! Look to see if your monthly premium is chang-ing. Also, check to see if your preferred pharmacy lost its contract with your insurance company. If so, the resulting action can dramatically drive up the cost of filling your prescriptions.

Step #2 – Pay close attention to drug formulary changes. In other words, are your prescriptions changing Tiers or being completely dropped from the formulary?

Most companies have 5-Tier formulary lists. Typically one can expect Tier #1 to be Preferred Generic Drugs, Tier #2 Non-preferred Generic Drugs, Tier #3 Preferred Brand Name Drugs, Tier #4 Non-Preferred Name Brand Drugs, and Tier #5 Speciality Drugs.

In 2013 insurance companies began shifting expensive generics to a higher formulary Tier. For example, a prior Tier #2 non-preferred generic may now be mingled with higher cost Tier #3 preferred brand name drugs. When this happened unaware consumers found themselves paying a much higher cost for generic medications. A person on a large number of maintenance medications could easily experience significant, unexpected, out-of-pocket expenses from the previous year.

Step #3 - Conducting your review will tell you if staying on your current plan is okay or be the clue to shop for a new plan for the coming year.

Medicare clients who annually follow these three steps can wind up saving hundreds of dollars. If you already have a Medicare agent, ask them to assist you. Seeking the ser-vices of an agent specializing in Medicare costs nothing. Agents are trained and paid by the insurance companies to provide customer service so don’t be afraid to ask.

Finally, just like you attend rally seminars on taking care of your motorhome, attend a Medicare Educational Seminar. Become Medicare savvy and take better care of yourself!

See You On The Road!

Coleen Elkins www.24-7healthinsurance.com Licensed in 13 States Member National Association of Health Underwriters

Coleen, the author of this article, is an active member of Diesel RV Club. She is providing the accompanying information as a service to DRVC members, many of whom are Medicare recipients. DRVC is not endorsing Ms. Elkins or any affiliation she may have with provid-ers. However, you are invited to check the following link for other, helpful information —

www.medicare4rvers.com

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At the Membership Meeting in Bremen, there were no nominations made to the Nominating Committee and no volunteers coming forward from the attendees for the open club positions. We need members to serve on the Nominating Committee as well as for President, Secretary, and National Director as well as others open-ing for 2018. Please consider volunteering some of your time to provide leadership to the Club.

Judith N. Jackson Secretary, Diesel RV Club

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Video Conference on MedicareMark your calendar for September 21, 2017, when Diesel RV Club will facilitate an internet video conference begin-ning at 2:00 PM Central Daylight Time. The 45-minute session will feature Coleen Elkins, a specialist in Medicare and Health Insurance. She will share an approach to evalu-ating one’s options with regard to Medicare and supple-mental options.

Coleen Elkins, a Broker and Managing Agent of Elkins & Associates, specializes in helping RVer’s with Medicare and also provides assistance to individuals and small business groups in need of healthcare coverage. Coleen and her company are family and commercial members of FMCA.

This conference is offered free to both Diesel RV Club members and guests. There is a limit of 99 participants. Participants are encouraged to download the Zoom app or software for the device you plan to use. Reg-istered participants will be provided with instructions to sign in and to receive audio by either internet or phone. To register, go to http://dieselrvclub.org/event-2648158

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Flamingosand BeachesDiesel RV Club RallyMarch 4 - 9, 2018 Flamingo Lake RV Resort 3640 Newcomb Road Jacksonville, Florida

Full rally (two/coach). . . . . . . $395Full rally (one/coach) . . . . . . . $320

www.flamingolake.com

Five nights camping with full hookups at Flamingo Lake RV Resort – North Jacksonville (Exit 32 off I-295).

Three hot breakfasts and three catered dinners plus one continental breakfast.

Technical seminars, craft sessions, group activities, contests and games, lifestyle presentations, and owner roundtable.

FLAMINGO LAKERV R E S O RT

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Flamingos and Beaches Diesel RV Club Rally • March 4-9, 2018Flamingo Lake RV Resort • Jacksonville, Florida

Please print or type the appropriate information in the spaces below.Determine your rally fee, complete the form, then send it with the correct payment due prior to February 17, 2018.

Pilot: Last Name _____________________________ First Name _____________________________

Co-pilot: Last Name _____________________________ First Name _____________________________

FMCA #: __________________ Email: ___________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: _____________________________ State/Prov: ________________ Postal Code: _______________

Primary Phone: ____________________ Mobile Phone: ____________________

Emergency Contact: ___________________________________ Phone: ______________________

Coach Make: ________________________ Model: ___________________ Length: ___________________

Handicap Considerations: Yes _________ No _________

Currently DRVC Member: Yes _________ No _________

First Timer: Yes _________ No _________

Dietary Issues/Sensitivities: Yes _________ No _________

Will you have a guest(s) attending and staying in your coach? If so, please provide their name(s) and ages.

Guest of Member Information: ______________________________________________________________________

RALLY FEES FOR MEMBERS: Registration Type • Rally Fee • Full Rally (Two in coach) $ 395.00 Full Rally (One person) $ 320.00 Each Additional Guest $ 85.00

RALLY FEES FOR NON-MEMBERS:** Please add $25 to above prices. Visitors attending in own motorhome

are welcome to participate but subject to a $25 surcharge; limited to one rally. Charge applied to membership fee upon joining.

TOTAL RALLY FEES Total Fee Paid $ _________ . ___

Make checks payable and mail form to: FMCA Diesel RV Club 3916 N Potsdam Ave, PMB#1107 Sioux Falls, SD 57104-7048

REFUND POLICY:Registrant must notify Treasurer at least 14 days prior to start of rally to receive full refund. Notice provided later will be dependent on advance fees paid to vendors.

Questions or clarifications? Send an email to: treasurer@dieselrvclub.org Arriving early or staying late? Please contact: Flamingo Lake RV Resort 3640 Newcomb Rd. Jacksonville, FL 32218 800-782-4323 www.flamingolake.com For the latest information, please visit www.dieselrvclub.org

RALLY FEES & INFO

REGISTRATION

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Why Join the Diesel RV CLUB? • Exchange information on RVing and diesel engines with hundreds of

diesel enthusiasts at the state-of-the-art Diesel RV Technical Forum and seminars at all DRVC rallies.• Enjoy fun and fellowship through the Club’s full-color newsletters and at club rallies held across the country. • Attend FMCA activities, such as area rallies and FMCA conventions, with others from the Diesel RV Club.• Take advantage of 5% to 10% discounts on parts and service through our exclusive Valued Partner arrangements as

well as a discount on parts at O’Reilly Auto Parts stores nationwide.• Share tech tips, travel advice, and problem-solving information with fellow Diesel RV Club members.• Meet interesting people, form lasting friendships, learn more about motorhoming, swap coach modification and

maintenance information, and visit interesting places while creating lasting memories.

Diesel RV Club FAQs Q. How much is membership?

A. Membership is $25 per year (eNews and/or printed newsletter via USPS), and is due on the anniversary of club membership.

Q. What do I get for being a member?

A. Membership entitles you to full access to the Diesel RV Club website, the Technical Forum, Travelore (Newsletter), and discounts from our Valued Part-ners.

Q. How do I find the Club’s home page and the diesel engine forum?

A. Everything can be accessed from this URL:http://www.dieselrvclub.orgTo go directly to the engine forum: http://forum.dieselrvclub.org

Q. What do you do at rallies?

A. A typical rally is about four days long at a top tier motorhome resort with discounted site rates, multiple maintenance seminars, hobby and how-to ses-sions, group social and get-acquainted times, catered meals, evening entertain-ment, dancing, and time to see local sites. Rallies may include silent auctions, access to some coach services and presentations by RV vendors.

Q. What is the upcoming Rally Schedule?

A. You can find the schedule of upcoming rallies on the Club website, along with planned rally activities. You can also register online as well as download, print, complete, and mail the registration form.

Q. Do you have any charity and fund raising activity?

A. Although the Chapter’s purpose is to educate its members, we do contribute to various charities and organizations in the areas where rallies are held.

✓ Diesel RV Club FAQs✓ Why Join✓ Become a Member

We’re here …

… Where are you?

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How to Become a MemberComplete and mail the form on the reverse side or signup online!

If you have other questions, email one of the following officers:

Membership: Tim Gerrity – membership@dieselrvclub.org

Technical: Brett Wolfe – technical@dieselrvclub.org

Publications: Byron Songer – editor@dieselrvclub.org

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Diesel RV Club – Application for MembershipMission Statement: We are a club for RV owners with an interest in diesel engines including how to maintain them, get maximum performance, and keep repair costs to a minimum. Rallies always include social activities and technical seminars and are conducted in all areas of the US.

Membership in FMCA is required for full Diesel RV Club affiliation.

Membership Type (check one): [ ] Regular, provide FMCA Number ____________ [ ] ForumPlus

Names: ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________

Pilot – First Pilot – Last Co-pilot – First Co-pilot – Last

Mailing Address: ___________________________ _______________ ________ ________________

Street/P.O. Box City State/Prov Postal Code

Shipping Address: __________________________ _______________ ________ ________________

Street – no PO box please City State/Prov Postal Code

Phones: _____________________ ____________________ _____________________

Home or Office Pilot’s Mobile Co-pilot’s Mobile

E-mail Addresses: ______________________________________ _______________________________________

Pilot Co-pilot

Occupations (if retired, former occupations):

______________________________________________ _______________________________________________

Pilot Co-pilot

Emergency Contact: ___________________________ _________________ _________________________

Name – normally not with you Telephone Relationship

Newsletter Delivery Choice (check one): Email Only [ ] Postal Only [ ] Email & Postal [ ]

Referred by Member: __________________________________________

Your RV Information:

Coach Mfg: _____________ Model: ______________ Length: _______ Slides: ______ VIN: _______________

Engine Mfg: ___________ Model: _____________ Rated HP: __________ Serial No: _____________

Make checks payable to Diesel RV Club and mail to: Diesel RV Club 3916 Potsdam Ave. PMB #1107 Sioux Falls, SD 57104-7048Note: Please feel free to duplicate for other FMCA members who are interested in the Diesel RV Club Membership. PayPal payment option available on the Club website – www.dieselrvclub.org

----- FOR CLUB USE ONLY -----

Amount Received: $ ________

___/___/____ ___/___/____

Date Received Renewal Date

Check # ______ Cash _______

Revised March 2015

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Leisure Coachworks— 5% discount on parts and labor. Alfateers provides service for most major makes and models of motorhomes and other RVs. They offer a free RV wash and carpet shampoo with every qualified service. Services include upgrades, collision, accidental damage, and maintenance service. Fontana, CA.www.leisurecw.com

Luxury Coach Service – extending a 15% discount on parts and labor to all DRVC members and associates. LCS is a conve-nient, one-stop shop for all preventative RV repair and maintenance services on motor coaches from class C to luxury class A. Certified technicians, a 40-bay service facility and spacious parts department ensure your expectations will be met in a professional and timely fashion. Specializing in maintenance, upgrades, and remodelling. Luxury Coach Service is at 1750 E. Interstate 30 in Rockwall, TX 75087. Phone (972) 771-6200..www.luxurycoachservice.com

Oregon Motorcoach Center – a premier Motorcoach service and renovation center on the west coast, is offering a 10% dis-count on parts purchased from its parts department. They service all brands of RVs specializing in repairs & maintenance, electronics, exteriors & awnings, cabinets, interiors & furnishings, and kitchens. Oregon Motorcoach Center is located at 29417 Airport Road, Eugene, Oregon 97402. Phone: (541) 762-1505.www.oregonmotorcoachcenter.com

Premier Motor Coach Services — 10% discount on parts and labor. Premier Motor Coach Services (Tucson, AZ) is offering a 10% discount on parts and service. Please note the new location conveniently located at I-10 & Exit 264 (Palo Verde). www.premiermbs.com

RVincidents — 10% discount on parts and labor. An RV repair, body and paint specialty company in Nixa, MO. They provide high quality repair services for all types of RVs, buses and trailers.www.rvincidents.net

Cummins/Onan Engine OwnersCummins Power Club — If you are a DRVC member and own an RV with a Cummins engine or an Onan Generator, it makes

sense to be a club member. Members receive a 10% discount on Cummins Genuine Parts and Valvoline products. The discount also applies to service repairs and maintenance.www.cumminspowerclub.com

Caterpillar DealersCarolina CAT — 10% discount on parts and labor up to a limit of $250. Caterpillar dealer in North Carolina with locations in

Asheville, Charlotte, Greensboro, Monroe, and Statesville.www.carolinacat.com

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Cashman Equipment Co, — 10% discount on parts as well as a free chassis inspection. A Caterpillar dealer located in Henderson, NV. Telephone: 702-633-4621.www.cashmanequipment.com/parts-service/service

Gregory Poole Equipment Co, — 10% discount on parts and labor. One of two Caterpillar certified Level 3 RV Service cen-ters. North Carolina locations include Fayetteville, Garner and Mebane.www.gregorypoole.com

MacAllister Power Systems — 10% discount on parts and labor. Caterpillar dealer throughout Indiana with locations in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Lafayette, South Bend, Terre Haute and Washington.www.macallister.com/locations

Mustang Caterpillar – Mustang Caterpillar is offering a 10% discount on parts and service. To receive this discount you must show your current Diesel RV Club Membership Card and let them know you want to take advantage of the 10% discount. Mustang Caterpillar locations are conveniently located throughout Southeast Texas. www.mustangcat.com

Yancy Power Systems — 10% discount on parts and labor. Exclusive Caterpillar dealer serving Georgia with locations throughout the state. Please check website for service locations.www.yanceybros.com/map

Mercedes-Benz (Sprinter Dealers)Capital Eurocars — 10% discount on parts and labor. Mercedes-Benz dealer in Tallahassee, Florida offers a discount to

owners of all Sprinter platform makes and models.www.capitaleurocars.com

Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead — 10% discount on parts and labor. Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead in Peoria, Arizona offers a discount to owners of all Sprinter platform makes and models.www.arrowheadmb.com

Mercedes-Benz of Danbury — 10% discount on parts and labor. Mercedes-Benz of Danbury, Connecticut offers a discount to owners of all Sprinter platform makes and models.www.mercedesbenzofdanbury.com

Mercedes-Benz of Naples — 10% discount on parts and labor. Mercedes-Benz of Naples, Florida offers a discount to owners of all Sprinter platform makes and models.www.mercedesbenznaples.com

Mercedes-Benz of Westminster — 10% discount on parts and labor. Mercedes-Benz of Westminster, Colorado offers a dis-count to owners of all Sprinter platform makes and models.www.mbwestminster.com

Freightliner Oasis Service CentersATC Freightliner — 10% discount on parts and labor. Freightliner Oasis Dealer, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

atcfreightliner.comOrlando Freightliner — This Florida Freightliner dealership is an Oasis dealer offering a 10% discount on all parts and ser-

vice.www.orlandofreightliner.com

Stoops Freightliner — 10% discount on parts and service. Freightliner Oasis dealer in New Haven, IN. Discount only at its New Haven, Indiana location.www.stoops.com

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Truck Centers of Arkansas — Freightliner Oasis dealer offering 10% off on parts and service at its Springdale, Arkansas location.www.truckcentersar.com

Truck Country of Decorah — Freightliner Oasis dealer offering 10% off on parts and service at its Decorah, Iowa location.www.truckcountry.com/locations/decorah.cfm

RV Parts & SuppliesBoogey Lights — Boogey Lights offers a 10% discount on its Hi-Intensity LED lighting solutions designed for outdoor use on

RVs when purchased online or by calling 800.847.1359.http://www.BoogeyLights.com

Coach Supply Direct — Coach Supply is offering a 5% discount off their already competitive prices. The discount applies to all products listed on website.www.coachsupplydirect.com

Fire & Life Safety — Mac the Fire Guy is offering a 10% Valued Partner discount on RV Fire Safety equipment and supplies.macthefireguy.com

MCD Innovations — MCD is offering a 10% discount on all shade purchases. They have a full line of day/night manual and power shades.www.mcdinnovations.com

O’Reilly Auto Parts — Members of Diesel RV Club may take advantage of a discount program with O’Reilly Auto Parts and their 3700 stores across the nation. Members must present their DRVC membership card containing an O’Reilly program number to receive the discount on back counter parts.

RV Glass Solutions — RV Glass Solutions offers a 10% discount (a cap may apply) on service with a maximum of $75 per appointment. They have crews at FMCA Family Reunions as well as 2500 servicing locations across the US and Canada.www.rvglasssolutions.com/about_us.html

Other Types of ServicesMobileye INC — Mobileye is offering Diesel RV Club members 10% off of the price of purchase and installation of its Colli-

sion Avoidance System. Members can download and print the Discount Coupon on the from the Mem-bers Only section of our website then take it to a Mobileye Authorized Dealer. See Mobileye’s website or product information.www.mobileye.com/us

Overland Insurance Services — Get a free RV insurance quote online through Diesel RV Club and receive favorable treat-ment from the premier supplier of affordable Recreational Vehicle insurance for over 40 years.https://www.myrvquote.com/drv

RV Golf Club — RV Golf Club offers a 20% discount* on annual membership which offers free RV parking at golf courses and RV resorts with golf facilities all over North America. Members must use the link on the Diesel RV Club website to obtain the discount. (RV Golf Club will pay the Diesel RV Club a 20% referral fee for each mem-bership.)www.RVGolfClub.com

SkyMed — SkyMed picks up where other travel plans leave off providing air ambulance membership services, medical air evacuation, emergency travel services, travel insurance, and personal concierge services without co-pays, deductibles, or claim forms. As a member of DRVC, you receive an exclusive club discount from SkyMed’s menu of policies and options.www.skymed.com

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