He Started it Rudolf Diesel’s Invention · Rudolf Diesel’s Invention Rudolf Diesel is best known for the invention of the engine that bears his name. As to the history behind

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O�cial publication of the Diesel RV Club

Fall 2019 Issue 47

Miles City KOA - Miles City, Montana – August 4-9, 2019

Eleven couples and three individuals were in attendance at DRVC’s Rally on the Range conducted this summer at the Miles City KOA in Montana. As always, attendees enjoyed technical seminars, discussion sessions, crafts, games, and food. Another part of the rally was the business session that saw the election of officers.

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Rudolf Diesel’s InventionRudolf Diesel is best known for the invention of the engine that bears his name. As to the history behind the engine or its development, most of us may know very little. It is with that understanding that this article has been prepared.

Diesel was born in Paris, France in 1858. In 1885, Diesel set up his first shop in Paris to begin development of a compression ignition engine. His main purpose was to develop an

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President Rod Kenly

Senior VP Donald “Dee” Blocker

VP Publications Byron Songer

VP Rally Coordinator Vacant

VP Technical Vacant

Secretary Judy N. Jackson

National Director & Treasurer Ken Carpenter

Assistant Treasurer Vacant

Alternate National Director Rod Kenly

Nominating Committee Douglas Savenchenko,

John Koenig, and Rod Kenly

O�cial publication of the Diesel RV Club

Issue 47, Fall 2019 – 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 [email protected]. The editor of “Travelore” reserves the right to edit or modify any material submitted for pub-lication. 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.

ContentsRally on the Range Photo, Rudolf Diesel’s Invention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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

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

Rudolf Diesel’s Invention (continued) . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Diesel Engines, Caterpillar, and Cummins . . . . 5 & 6

FMCA Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Valley Rally Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 & 9

Minot Business Meeting Minutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

New Member Testimonial, Diesel RV Club FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Featured Advertising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Valued Partners List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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

ON THE WEB www.dieselrvclub.org

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FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/

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Halloween and winter are just around the corner. Summer is over, and our rally in Miles City, Montana, as well as FMCA’s 100th in Fargo, North Dakota, are in the history books.

The Miles City Rally was nice in that the weather was good, and the KOA (the second in the system) hosted us well. A real treat was that we had a speaker who talked about the history of the area. In fact, the KOA was situated very near to the place where Lewis and Clark camped while they were in the area. Along with that, Custer met his demise at Little Big Horn, which was a short drive down the road. The speaker talked about the Indians and what was going on — what happened because of (or due to) Custer. The speaker also had an original gun from one of the Custer’s troopers.

One of the rally attendees and new member, Doug Savchenko, has written a testimonial about why he joined the club and what he has learned from the Forum as well as attending our rallies. He wrote: “I was taken aback by learning all the things I didn’t even know I needed to know about.” I think all the attendees learn something new during the technical sessions and we all learn something from the roundtables that are held during the rallies.

We are all aware the FMCA does many things for its mem-bers. I think most people are aware of discounts at the various auto parts stores, and major engine shops (Cum-mins, Caterpillar), etc. I think almost everyone uses the FMCA tire discount for Michelin and other tires — these savings can be substantial.

I think the most underrated and least understood benefit is the FMCAssist. This is, for lack of a better term, medical evacuation coverage. If you become sick or death occurs on the road; FMCAssist will get you home. It will also get your motorhome back to your home location! I think a vast majority of people don’t understand that this cover-age can pay off thousands of dollars with just one event.

When FMCA started this benefit it was paid out of the savings/investments of FMCA. Now that FMCA has a better handle on the costs, and there have been a bunch of claims, it is now necessary to increase the dues to pay for this benefit. During the meetings held in Minot, it was agreed to raise the dues by $25.00 per year. When you

understand that this coverage is worth many thousands of dollars for one claim, the $25 is very minimal. There are stand-alone policies that are available that charge $1,000 per year for similar coverage.

The other information from FMCA during the meetings is that since the admission of towables, FMCA member-ship has climbed 23 out of the last 24 months. As a related item, the membership of the Diesel RV Club has increased since the admission of towables.

We are returning to Distant Drums RV Resort for DRVC’s Valley Rally March 15-20 in Camp Verde, Arizona. The registration is live and online now.

The FMCA’s 101st rally will be held in Tucson, Arizona at the Pima County Fairgrounds. That registration is now online at FMCA.com. There are about 250 full hook up sites for that rally, on a first-come, first-serve basis. The rally theme is Sunset & Saguaros and will be held March 26-29. Entertainment includes Country star Josh Turner and the Classis Rock group, Three Dog Night.

As I wrap this up, a lot of you are heading for your snow-bird location or parking your coach for some period. This is a good time to get your fluids changed and fill the fuel tank if you are going to store your diesel unit.

I may see some of you at the Rocky Mountain Rally in Tucson (October) or the Western Area Rally in Indio (January), otherwise

See you down the road—

Rod

The Officer’s CornerRod Kenly, President


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engine to rival the predominant source of power for his generation, the steam engine. Steam engines, used pri-marily on railroad locomotives or ships, were also used in stationary situations for large industries.

Though a thermal engineer, a connoisseur of the arts, and a linguist, Rudolf was also a social theorist. Initially motivated by his concept of sociological needs, Diesel was in search of a solution to help independent artisans and craftsmen compete with the large industries that virtually monopolized the use of the oversized and expensive steam engine. The process required 13 years of his time and a move from his native France to Germany.

In the 1890s, he received several patents for his invention of an efficient, slow-burning, compres-sion ignition, internal combustion engine. From 1893 to 1897, Diesel further developed his ideas at Maschinenfabrik-Augsburg AG. In addition to that German company, Sulzer Brothers of Switzerland took an early interest in Diesel’s work, buying certain rights to his inven-tion in 1893.

At Augsburg, prototype testing began. On August 10, 1893, Die-sel’s first design – a single, 10-foot, iron cylinder with a flywheel at its base – ran on its own power for the first time. It was not deemed a great success. So, over the next three years, Diesel made improve-ments and in 1896 demonstrated another model, his second, with the spectacular, though theoretical, mechanical efficiency of 75.6 percent. This was considered a great success especially in contrast to the typical steam engine efficiency of 10 percent or less.

Diesel continued making improvements that resulted in the development of a third test engine. This engine was used in acceptance testing in 1897. The engine was a single-cylinder, four-stroke, water-cooled engine with air injection of fuel. It ran slowly but steadily at just 172 revolutions per minute.

By 1898, Diesel was a millionaire but all was not settled as yet. Development of Diesel’s invention needed more time and work to become a commercial success. Many engineers and developers joined in the work to improve the market viability of the idea created by Rudolf Diesel. Though this effort was all well and good, he often became upset with the process and lack of coordination he preferred durin continued development. In fact, he felt threatened by other engine designers’ work on his invention.

Diesel’s attempts of market promotion of the not-yet-ready engine eventually led him to a nervous breakdown. In 1913, deeply troubled by criticisms of his role in devel-

oping the engine, he mysteriously vanished from a ship on a voyage to England, presumably committing suicide.

After patents began to expire, a number of other companies took his invention and developed it further. Soon, his engines appeared in small industries throughout Europe and the United States. Derivatives of Diesel’s patent work and development were used to power pipelines, electric and water plants, automobiles and trucks, and marine craft as well as applica-tions including mines, oil fields, factories, and transoceanic ship-ping. Today, more than 100 years later, The diesel engine is still being improved, especially with regards to diesel emission standards.

Rudolf Christian Karl Diesel was presumed dead on Sep-tember 29, 1913 when the cruise ship he boarded reached its destination without him. Though he was not heard from, development continued by those with whom he felt threatened. Finally, in 1976, Diesel was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame.

__________ Compiled and edited by Byron Songer using source material from DieselNet, Tomahawk Power and National Inventors Hall of Fame.

Diesel’s third test engine used in the successful 1897 acceptance test.


Diesel Engines, Caterpillar, and Cummins

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It is no secret, the Diesel RV Club began life as the Caterpillar RV Engine Owners Club. Caterpillar officially debuted the RV Engine Owners Club at Gaffney, SC on March 12, at Pine Cone Campground. Don Tillman was appointed National Director. The organization quickly grew to 500 members in a short span of time.

local auto race. Young Cummins made some suggestions to help improve speed. The car won the first-ever Indianapo-lis 500 and set into motion a chain of events.

In 1919, with backing from banker William G. Irwin, Cummins founded Cummins Engine Co. in Columbus. The two men built a company that was one of the first to take advantage of the ground-breaking technology developed by Rudolf Diesel. Within three years, the company had earned its first profit; in three more, it offered the indus-try’s first 100,000-mile warranty.

In the years that followed, Clessie Cummins’ passion for quality and reliability helped Cummins Engine grow quite rapidly. William Miller’s great nephew became general manager in 1934 and went on to lead the company to international prominence.

Today, Cummins Inc. is a multinational Fortune 500 com-pany with worldwide customers in the areas of engines, power generation, components, and distribution. Cum-mins, always an engine company, has never lost sight of it’s reason for existence and has never strayed from the city in which it was founded.

An Overview of Caterpillar’s BeginningsWhile Cummins was always about engines, Caterpillar was more about tractors and equipment. In 1925, Holt Manu-

Young Cummins was a chauffeur

The Cummins ISL-class has been popular in motorhomes, especially over the

course of the last ten years. It delivers the performance discerning owners desire.

A venerable engine with a long history is the well-known

Caterpillar 3126. It was used extensively in motorhomes, boats, and other equip-ment throughout it’s history.

Within three years of that event, the company exited the over-the-road market and in another two years or so, had ceased support of the club. It was at that point that the club name was officially changed to Diesel RV Club and started welcoming owners of other brands. Each member of the club had two thing in common: FMCA membership and the Diesel engine. This is where we pick up the story. To be fair, the story will be told in chronological order.

A Quick History of CumminsThe story of Cummins’ success begins with two men in a small town nearly half way between Indianapolis and Louisville. That town, Columbus, Indiana, has benefitted much by the presence of a company that has never forgotten it’s roots.

Clessie Lyle Cummins was passion-ate about engines. He built his first steam engine at the age of eleven. As a young man, he left his family’s farm

in rural Indiana and began working as a chauffeur. This opened an opportunity for him to become a mechanic, which allowed him to feed his fondness of engines.

In 1911, Ray Harroun, a race car driver who learned of Cummins’ reputation, asked him to join his pit crew for a


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facturing Company and C. L. Best Tractor Company came together to form a single company using a name that origi-nated years earlier. In the early 1900s, seeking a way to improve the mobility and traction of his company’s steam tractors, Benjamin Holt replaced the wheels with wooden tracks bolted to chains. The innovation worked so well that someone remarked that the machine crawled along much like a caterpillar. Holt agreed, and called the machine “Caterpillar,” a name he trademarked in 1910 almost simultaneously with the application for a patent. In 1986 the company officially changed the name from Caterpillar Tractor Company to Caterpillar, Inc.

Benjamin Holt was instrumental in the development of the industrial tractor well before the official launch of Cat-erpillar. After the formation of the new company, Caterpil-lar machines played a significant role in the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge, the Grand Coulee Dam, and the Mississippi Levee construction project. Caterpillar heavy equipment supported U.S. military efforts during World War II, and the company was able to ramp up its stateside production to manufacture more than 51,000 track-type military tractors as well as diesel engines for the Sherman (M4) tank.

At first, the company depended on gasoline engines. Soon after the merger, CAT started building diesel engines in the 1930s. Today, the company continues as the world’s largest manufacturer of heavy industrial equipment. In addition to building heavy equipment, a few years ago CAT started licensing it’s name to a line of work clothing.

Caterpillar vs. CumminsThe discussion of which engine is better has no well-defined answer. Caterpillar and Cummins are two of the most respected and recognized companies in the diesel engine industry. Cummins, however, does hold more pat-ents on diesel technology than does Caterpillar.

Known for their vibrant yellow, CAT has been a staple name in the construction business. Another product they are known for manufacturing are diesel engines. The Cat-erpillar is seen not only in the construction industry, but also in agriculture, recreational, industrial, and forestry. And, who hasn’t seen a large engine mated to an electric generator to provide stand-by power at hospitals. Their

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The Caterpillar Fifteen was built in the early 1930’s. CAT survived the depression by shipping many of it’s “crawlers” (as they were called) to foreign countries.

Diesel Engines, Caterpillar, and Cummins

engines are versatile and economically sound, with lines of ACERT (Advanced Combustion Emissions Reduction Tech-nology) engines introduced by Caterpillar over the last 15 years. One must remember, however, that Caterpillar’s primary business is in building all types of heavy equip-ment powered by their own engines.

Often with unique design and powerful yet efficient capa-bilities, Cummins engines have been used in nearly every type of vehicle, whether it be trucks, semis, motorhomes, or construction equipment. Their engines are versatile, offering options for customers. They have been an estab-lished name in the marine engine industry since 1919. Cummins engines are as powerful as they are versatile.

Which Diesel Engine Is Better ?When choosing between a Caterpillar or Cummins engine, the final decision relies solely on the customer and their personal preferences. Each company has been an estab-lished name in the diesel engine industry for decades. As to the RV industry, Cummins is almost alone in serving the market. In reality, both Cummins and Caterpillar are the gold standard of diesel engines.

__________ Compiled and edited by Byron Songer using source material from Caterpillar, Cummins, and Young & Sons (a family owned company which has been rebuilding Diesel engines for nearly 75 years.)


Minot Meeting of the Governing Board

FMCA Report, August 2019The Governing Board Meeting was held at the All Seasons Arena on the North Dakota State Fairgrounds in Minot, North Dakota. The meeting was preceded on the 13th with a National Director Briefing. This information session helped to more efficiently handle the volume of impor-tant business that came before the Governing Board on Wednesday, the 14th. Immediately following the briefing, a workshop was held to answer specific questions represen-tatives had prior to the business session itself.

Much of the discussion in the pre-meeting related to how members regarded FMCAssist. As to the program there was overwhelming support. How to fund this benefit while meeting other operating objectives, including the goal to restore reserves to a sound level, was the big question to be answered. It is felt that reserve funds should be at least equal to the operating budget. FMCA’s reserves have dropped to approximately $7 million while the operating budget is at$9.1 million.

When the topic was addressed under New Business during the Governing Board meeting on Wednesday, the board voted with little opposition to increase member dues by $25 to fund FMCAssist. At the same time, the Risk Man-agement Committee was empowered to issue a “Request for Price Quotation” to a number of companies to deter-mine if there is a more favorable business partner through which this benefit could be provided. The dues increase will be implemented as quickly as possible.

Germane to this discussion was the larger number of members whose dues are paid years in advance and how it works to the detriment of accelerating the cash flow through dues increases. A motion was approved to direct the Policies and Procedures Committee to draft a change reducing the maximum number of years that can be pre-paid from six to three.

After the FMCAssist program issues were addressed, the 2020 operating budget was approved.

Standing Committee Reports were presented under Old Business. The most time consuming of which was the report of the Policy and Procedure Committee. The major-ity of these changes were in response to actions of the Governing Board in 2018 and all were adopted with minor modifications, except of a proposal related to Nominating

Committee procedures which failed. Items that were voted on included:

• Approved funding in the amount of $285,000 for a new association management system, plus the $6,000 per month license fee, included in the 2020 budget. This purchase is to be funding with an oper-ating loan to be repaid out of cash flow.

• To hold FMCA’s winter 2020 convention in Tucson, AZ March 25-29, 2020. This contract is signed.

• To hold FMCA’s summer 2020 convention is Syra-cuse, NY July 29 – August 2, pending successful negotiations. This contract is awaiting the Governor’s signature.

• To hold FMCA’s winter 2021 Convention in Perry, Georgia pending successful negotiations.

• To hold FMCA’s summer 2021 Convention in Gil-lette, Wyoming pending successful negotiations

• To hold FMCA’s winter 2022 Convention in Tucson, AZ pending successful negotiations

The President’s Report included statistics about the net increase in family memberships over the last two years. FMCA now has approximately 80,000 active Family units and over 157,000 individual memberships.

The final item of business was the election of National Officers:

• Jon Walker was re-elected as FMCA National President

• Rett Porter was re-elected as FMCA National Senior Vice President

• Kathy Balogh was elected as FMCA National Secretary

• John Reynolds was re-elected as FMCA National Treasurer

There were 253 Chapters represented (71%), at the meet-ing from a total of 358 active chapters. The entirety of the Governing Board materials may be found on the FMCA Governance Site along with all other formal reports of the Executive Board.

__________ Submitted by Ken Carpenter, FMCA National Director


Preceding FMCA’s Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase in Tucson, AZ.

Five nights camping with full hookups at Distant Drums RV Resort in Camp Verde, AZ

Four hot breakfasts and three catered dinners.

Two days for technical seminars, ladies craft sessions, lifestyle presentations and an owner roundtable

Easy drives to many great parks, monuments, and attractions including Sedona Red Rock Country, Montezuma’s Castle National Monument,

Tuzigoot National Monument, Verde Canyon Railroad and others

March 15-20, 2020Distant Drums RV Resort

Campe Verde, Arizona


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) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 375.00 Full Rally (One person) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 275.00 Each Additional Guest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 100.00

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: [email protected] Arriving early or staying late? Please contact: Distant Drums RV Resort 583 West Middle Verde Road Camp Verde, AZ 86322 (877) 577-5507 or (928) 554-8000 www.ddrvresort.comFor the latest information, please visit www.dieselrvclub.org

Valley Rally Diesel RV Club RallyDistant Drums RV Resort - Camp Verde, Arizona

March 15 through 20, 2020

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 March 2, 2020.

Vally RallyRegistration


Meeting called to order by President Rod Kenly at 4 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Rod Kenly and Invocation by Ken Carpenter.

Introduction of Chapter Officers: Rod Kenly, President; Ken Carpenter, Treasurer/National Director; Lou Ann Alvarez, VP Rally Coordinator. First Time Attendees were recognized. This is the club’s 15th year and was presented a 15th Year Certificate at the FMCA rally in Perry, GA in March 2019.

The purpose of the annual business meeting is to modify Club Bylaws and Standing Rules, elect officers for those terms expiring this year, and elect a Nominating Committee.

OLD BUSINESS:The minutes of the July 2018 Business Meeting in Love-land, CO, posted in the club newsletter and on the club’s website, and at this meeting for review, were approved.

OFFICER REPORTS:• VP Rally Coordinator: The Rally at the Brickyard

(March 3 – 8, 2019) had 45 attendees (23 coaches) with six “First Timers”. The Rally on the Range August 4 – 9, 2019 with 14 coaches and 27 attendees with two “First Timers”.

With the Spring 2020 FMCA rally in Tucson, AZ, the DRVC rally will be held at Distant Drums RV Resort, Camp Verde, AZ. Dates to be announced. Ron and Happy Treml have volunteered to be Rally Masters. Looking for Co-Rally Masters at this time. Summer 2020 FMCA rally is planned for Syracuse, NY.

• Treasurer: The report on the findings of the 2018 Audit Committee are posted on the wall. The club converted credit card payments from Paypal to Affinipay, a Wild Apricot affiliate. Current Fund Bal-ance: $59,248.

• Membership: As of 7/10/2019 there are 580 total members with 517 Active and 48 Renewal Overdue. One of the steps taken in 2019 to address member-ship decline was the creation of 1st Year Free Mem-bership open to all FMCA New Members with 300 New Members through 7/10/2019 vs 38 last year.

Referrals were from a wide variety of sources: email, FMCA, RV Dealers, Facebook, other FMCA Clubs.

• Technical Forum: Approximately 1,760,938 page views for the first six months of 2019 vs 1,811,222 for all of 2018 with Forum membership up 7.5% over 2018.Top boards were: e.g. Yahoo Archive, Cool-ing and Fuel Systems, and Engine Diagnostics. Top Topics by Replies: e.g. Most Economical Cruising Speed and Computer Chip for better mileage.

NEW BUSINESS: • Election of 2018 – 2020 Officers: Due

to the failure to elect a Nominating Committee, at the 2017 Business Meeting, the Board of Directors served as that committee.

• The following candidates for office are offered to the membership: Byron Songer, VP Publishing; Rod Kenly, Alternate National Director; Ken Carpenter, Treasurer.

All three candidates were elected.

• The Nominating Committee was not successful in identifying candidates for: Senior Vice President, VP Technical, and Assistant Treasurer. Nominations were asked for from the floor. Senior Vice President (one year term); VP Technical (one year term), Assis-tant Treasurer (one year term).

Donald “Dee” Blocker volunteered to fill the office of Senior Vice President and was elected.

• Election of 2019 – 2020 Nominating Committee:

Nominations were requested from the floor and the following individuals were elected: Douglas Savenchenko, John Koenig, and Rod Kenly. The chap-ter offices that will need candidates are: President, VP Rally Coordinator, VP Technical, Secretary, and National Director.

There not being any other new business from the floor, the meeting was adjourned at 5:05 p.m.

Respectfully submitted

Judith N. Jackson, Secretary

Business Meeting MinutesMonday, August 5, 2019 • Miles City KOA • Miles City, Montana


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I want to share why I joined the Diesel RV Club and what I’ve gotten out of my first year of membership. As a bit of background, I previously always had diesel pickupa and fifth wheel trailers. I thought I was well-informed. But, when I stepped into our motorhome, I quickly discovered it presented a whole new level of complexity, power, size, and dimension of maintenance.

I joined FMCA as a resource to help us navigate the “full time RV lifestyle” we were embarking on. No sooner did I join than a complete barrage of ancillary club invitations came along. The one that stood out to me was the Diesel RV Club because that was a resource I could put my head around for helping me understand my new rig.

We participated in our first club rally. During the techni-cal sessions I was taken aback by learning all the things I didn’t even know I needed to know about. More impor-tantly I learned about the resources available to members from the forum and other resources. I now have a better understanding of where I need to focus my time and in what areas I need to concentrate in learning even more. I also have a broader view of the resources available to me.

The long-time club members couldn’t have been more wel-coming of the “newbies” my wife and I are. The rally wasn’t only about learning and sharing what we know about our coaches but about getting to know new friends. I treasure the new friends I made and look forward to future rallies.

By the way, our first rally was at Americus, Georgia in March of this year. The second rally we attended was the one just held at Miles City, Montana. As you can see, my wife and I are “all in.”

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® 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 rallies.

® Enjoy fun and fellowship through the Club’s full-color newsletters and at 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 friend-ships, learn more about motorhoming, swap coach modification and maintenance informa-tion, and visit interesting places while creating lasting memories.


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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 remodeling. Luxury Coach Service is at 1750 E. Interstate 30 in Rockwall, TX 75087. Phone (972) 771-6200..www.luxurycoachservice.com

Oregon Motorcoach Center — Oregon Motorcoach Center offers a 10% discount on parts. Oregon Motorcoach Center specializes in RV restoration, renovation, custom van conversions, repairs and maintenance. Located at 29417 Airport Rd, Eugene, OR 97402. Phone: 541-762-1505www.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

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

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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

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

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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

Mobileye 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

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.

Proteng Distribution, Inc — offers a 10% discount on revolutionary fire suppression parts that protect motorhome systems and passengers from unnecessary harm due to fire and from the systems in place that were supposed to protect them. Proteng devices are designed to protect machinery, engines, computer systems, electronic equipment, and other high-value assets. They require no maintenance and function automatically. 561-716-8364. proteng.com

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 ServicesOverland 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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