RVers display the colors with this fiver flag pole holder

I don’t know the RVers who own this rig, because they were never home when I went by to meet them, but this innovative flag pole holder clearly deserves a story. This project requires some welding, but the end result is worth it. The flag pole holder fits neatly under the king pin held in place with a tripod 5th wheel stabilizer. The holder allows the flagpole to extend well beyond the nose of the 5er and elevates the pole off the ground for good visibility. This RVer used heavy duty materials for the construction of the base. The flagpole sleeve mast holder is held to the frame with large hose clamps that can be removed for easier storage. Like this RVer, I too enjoy flying the United States Flag over my RV. A big salute to all you patriotic RVers out there - Jim Twamley, Professor of RVing

Fleetwood RV launches new fifth wheel line

Fleetwood Enterprises' RV Group has announced the launch of its brand-new 2009 Terry LX fifth wheel product line. "Even in this challenging market, the demand for a competitive fifth wheel product is still very prevalent," said Paul Eskritt, president of Fleetwood's RV Group.

During its 2008 National Dealer Meeting, Fleetwood unveiled a new style of pin box design, which allows a short-bed vehicle to make a 90-degree turn when towing and docking. Fleetwood added this design as an option in response to dealer feedback and as an alternative to competitive fifth wheel products that are limited to an 88-degree turning radius.

The 2009 Terry LX is built using five-sided aluminum construction with a steel truss ceiling and radius roof transition. It features aluminum wheels and 50 amp electrical service, which are both standard on all models.

Inside, the 2009 Terry LX features "Mission-Style" cabinets and drawers equipped with contemporary hardware and hidden hinges to add to the residential appeal. Other interior highlights such as solid-surface countertops in the galley and bathroom, halogen ceiling lights with accent lighting throughout, 6'6" bedroom ceiling height, marbleized shower, walk-in closet, and bedroom fireplace.
 
The 2009 Terry LX has a full assortment of leading fifth wheel floor plans ranging in length from 33' 2" to 39' 4", and MSRPs starting around $46,000.

RV fifth wheel maker Teton Homes calling it quits

Although no formal announcement has yet been made, as of today it appears that luxury trailer maker Teton Homes of Casper, Wyo., is about to shut its doors after 41 years in the RV business. A number of Teton Homes owners have reported that company officials told them the business is no longer operating.

The customer comments are in line with a statement by a Teton Homes employee who answered the phone Monday and said the company is going out of business, and warranties on all Teton Homes products are void. "Teton Homes is done," the employee said.

Robert Plants, a Michigan resident who lives in his Teton Homes RV full time, provided the Casper Star-Tribune with an e-mail he said was from senior Teton Homes employee Nick Keller. The e-mail said the business is having financial troubles. "I'm sorry to inform you that Teton Homes is in bank foreclosure," Keller said, according to the e-mail that Plants provided.

Bob Berry, a South Dakota resident who lives in his Teton Homes RV full time, said Keller told him in a telephone conversation that all of Teton Homes' assets had been frozen by a lending company, and Teton is no longer able to send out parts by mail.

Berry said he repeatedly called Teton Homes last week to order parts for his 2005 Teton Homes fifth-wheel. The phone usually went unanswered, Berry said, but an employee who took one of his calls said the service department had shut down.

SOURCE: Casper Star Tribune

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