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New Products

  • Carefree's New Spirit FX Awning is Loaded with Features
  • Coil-Rite® Air Helper Springs Introduced by Firestone
  • Travel-Sat Has Done It Again!
  • Tekonsha Introduces Sentinel Brake Control
  • Comb-O-Matic Non Vented Washer/Dryer
  • New Automatic Beverage System
  • Speed Genie Cleans It All From Top to Bottom
  • New One Person Trailer Hitch
  • Weekend Warrior Combines Luxury and Convenience with Garage Space

    Carefree's New Spirit FX Awning is Loaded with Features

    Carefree Awning Pix

    Carefree's Spirit awning has been totally redesigned into the new Spirit FX. Beginning with stylish contoured arm channels, sculpted bracketry and handles, the Spirit FX comes complete with 5 built-in features. Built-in Tie Downs for each end of the awning help hold the awning steady in stiff breezes. Built-in Canopy Clamps help prevent canopy flapping, reduces noise and protects canopy from delamination caused by wind whip. Built-in Awning Hangers for hanging plants, signs or decorations roll up with the awning. Built-in Pull Strap Holder keeps the pull strap in a convenient, out-of-the way place while the awning is extended. Built-in Roller Lite. Only the Spirit FX comes with the Thin-Lite Awning Light built right into the roller. The Spirit FX is available from your distributor. For more info, contact: Carefree of Colorado, 2145 W. 6th Ave., Broomfield, CO 80020. Phone 303-469-3324

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    Coil-Rite® Air Helper Springs Introduced by Firestone

    Coil-Rite Air-Adjus-table Helper Spring Kits for coil spring suspensions have been developed to fit most RV, sport utility, light truck, van, mini-vans and passenger car coil-spring suspensions, rear and/ or front applications from the mid-'60s thru `96 models. Benefits of helper springs include maintaining a level vehicle as well as providing a smoother ride, more effective braking and handling even under heavy loading, adverse road conditions or on rough terrain.

    Each Coil-Rite kit contains everything needed for efficient installation by either professional installers or do-it-yourselfers. No special tools are required.

    These air helper springs convert stock non-adjustable coil springs to air-adjustable, variable-rate springs. The inflatable cylinder is made of durable, elastic polyurethane. When inserted into existing coil springs, the cylinder allows the user to adjust the spring rate by simply adding air. Spring performance can be altered as easily as inflating a tire. Want more information? Contact: Firestone Industrial Products Co., 701 Congressional Blvd., Carmel, IN 46032-5633. Phone 800-247-4337

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    Travel-Sat Has Done It Again!

    Travel-Sat has introduced the Travel-Sat 1.5 fully automatic DDS system. This state-of-the-art antenna features true automatic, one button operation. There is no need for a compass, charts, zip code input or GPS. The simple touch of a button raises the dish, locks on and peaks the satellite signals of DirectTV and USSB in minutes.

    The Travel-Sat 1.5 is a low-profile, face down 18" roof-mount model which allows RVers the ability to enjoy all of their favorite DSS programming currently available and is compatible with both RCA and Sony receivers.

    For information on their complete line of RV antennas, contact: Travel-Sat, P.O. Box 11091, Palm Desert, CA 92255-1091. Phone 800-270-1692

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    Tekonsha Introduces Sentinel Brake Control

    Tekonsha Engineering Co. recently introduced one of the most user-friendly electronic brake controls on the road.

    The new Tekonsha Sentinel is an inertia-activated braking system to assure smooth, safe stops.

    An exclusive bi-colored LED (light emitting diode) leveling system makes this brake control extremely easy to set. An LED power delivery display indicates the amount of current being applied to trailer brakes and glows green when a complete connection to the trailer is made. Operators can use the Sentinel for one to four axles.

    The ergonomic design of the Sentinel allows for contour installation on the dashboard, creating maximum visibility and comfortable reach for the driver. It also offers a large, easily accessible slide lever for manual brake operation. The Sentinel is compatible with virtually every 12-volt, negative ground tow vehicle, both domestic and foreign, and comes with a "no-fault" five year limited warranty.

    For more information contact your distributor or: Tekonsha Engineering Co., 537 N. Church St., Tekonsha, MI 49092. Phone 517-767-4142 , Fax 517-767-4707.

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    Comb-O-Matic Non Vented Washer/Dryer

    Richlund Sales is introducing the Comb-O-Matic 6000 Non-Vented combination condensate washer/dryer for 1996. The unit is perfect for tight installations and because of the no dryer vent feature, installation locations are limitless. The washer/dryer combination features a stainless steel tub and drum, five wash cycles, five water temperature selections, a dispenser drawer for bleach, softener and detergent, flush mounted controls and quiet operation. Finished in Euro-white design, the unit measures 33-1/2" tall, 22" deep and 23-1/2" wide. For information on the full line of Comb-O-Matic products, contact: Richlund Sales, 75695 Hwy. 1053, Kentwood, LA 70444. Phone 504-229-4922, Fax 504-229-4956.

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    New Automatic Beverage System

    Trying to pour a beverage from a bottle aboard a moving RV can be difficult and messy. A new beverage dispensing system allows RVers to enjoy 5 of their favorite beverages without ever handling a bottle.

    Sidebar from Thomas Electronics dispenses preset amounts (1/8 oz. to 8 oz.) of 5 different beverages at the touch of a button. The patented system uses the original bottles stored in any safe and secure locations up to 24' from the dispenser. Five high-torque pumps with individual conduit lines move liquid from the bottles to the dispenser spout without intermixing. After dispensing, the pumps automatically siphon liquid back to the bottle to prevent drips or mess.

    The sleek, waterproof dispensing unit is made of high-impact, UV-resistant composite in black or white color. Its back-lit selector buttons are pre-labeled and interchangeable. Two spout options are included: a goose-neck spout for horizontal mounts and a low-profile spout for vertical mounts. The goose-neck is also available in chrome or brass for added elegance. The complete system, which comes with a 2-year limited warranty, is smaller than a shoe box and can be installed in less than an hour. It runs on either AC or DC power and requires no maintenance.

    Want to know more? Contact: Thomas Electronics Corp., 22966 W. Bluemound Rd., Waukesha, WI 53186. Phone 414-521-9451.

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    Speed Genie Cleans It All From Top to Bottom

    A new auto and home cleaning product has been developed that, among its variety of uses and configurations, effectively blasts away damaging agents that collect on vehicle undercarriages. The Speed Genie provides a great way to help clean frame rails, the outside of axles, the inside area of bumpers, shocks, brakes, seals, springs, jacks, levelers, driveshafts and other working parts located underneath the vehicle. It maximizes the cleaning power of typical household water pressure and is ideal for cleaning all types of vehicles, as well as boats and trailers.

    The Speed Genie kit includes the Belly Blaster (top photo), Power Sprayer, Jet Sprayer and Sponge attachments, Wand, Stem, Multi-Function Soap Dispenser, and a quart of heavy duty degreasing soap. Suggested retail is $49.95.

    For more information, contact Speed Genie, 1015 Atlantic Blvd., Suite 282, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233. Phone 904-246-2025; fax 904-249-1490.

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    New One Person Trailer Hitch

    ShurHitch is a bright new devise designed to guarantee one person trailer tongue-to-ball hook-ups. The driver of the tow vehicle simply backs up to the trailer tongue, the vehicle hitch can be positioned anywhere within nine inches from center of trailer tongue - left or right creating a margin of eighteen inches total leeway. ShurHitch will then automatically center the tongue directly above the ball. Made of 3/16" carbon steel coated in white powder paint 4 mills thick.

    Bead welded construction with radius edges throughout make for a lifetime guarantee and safety features that minimize injuries and eliminates damage to bumpers, tailgates, license plates etc. Once the existing ball is removed from the hitch bar, or before it is initially installed, you simply place the ShurHitch on top of the hitch bar and re-attach the trailer ball: installation complete! Suggested retail for the unit is $49.95, and $79.95 for a stainless steel model. For additional information contact RPM Manufacturing, Inc., 9 Westgate Rd., Kenmore, NY 14217. Phone 716-694-9350.

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    Weekend Warrior Combines Luxury and Convenience with Garage Space

    Whoever thinks going away for the weekend means leaving your toys behind is not familiar with Weekend Warrior custom trailers. These self-contained RVs combine spacious living accommodations with storage and hauling facility for ATVs, personal watercraft, motorcycles and snowmobiles. Each model is equipped with a hinged rear wall/loading ramp which enables easy loading and parking. Once a destination has been reached the Weekend Warrior storage facility easily converts back to a full-size RV.

    Weekend Warrior offers a full line of conventional and fifth-wheel trailers, from a "Superlite" 14 foot model to the ultra spacious 43 foot model. A total of twelve different models and three different lines are available. And depending on size, the models can be towed by a mini, half-ton, three quarter ton or heavier truck. Each model offers numerous options and upgrades to uniquely customize the needs of the user, and come equipped with all the amenities of an RV, including deluxe showers, water heaters and fresh water tanks. Retail prices start at $9,850. For more info, contact Weekend Warrior Custom Trailers toll-free at 800-500-9914.

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