Alfa National Rally Update From The Wagonmaster I thought I should give you an update on what has been going on over the past month as we prepare for the 2012 AOC Annual Rally. The Craft Classes Committee has identified six craft classes that will be given during the Rally: Oreo Cookie Magnet, Votive Candle, Picture Frame, Cathedral Window Ornament, Sun Wind Chime, and Lighted Potpourri Jar. The Seminars and Vendors Committee has six seminars set up: Vonis Spencer on the Alfa Electrical Charging System, Alfateers Q&A with Jon and Martin, Ed Burrows for Tech Talk, Diane Czarnowski for a microwave/convection oven class, Kirk Ault from Tolleson, AZ Freightliner on the Freightliner chassis, and Gold Prospecting for RVers with Jean and Will Bass and Dan Gentry. In addition to the Alfateers, they also have lined up Joe Colvin for glass repair (fogged window repair), Diane Czarnowski with microwave cookbooks and DVDs, and Andy the Pin Striper. The Off-Site Activities Committee has identified a dinner theater in the area for us to attend. The Wine and Cheese Committee are preparing to host a wine and cheese social hour by the pool. The Food, and Coffee and Donuts Committees have begun coordinating with the Resort's Catering Service to serve three dinners, the ladies' luncheon, the ice cream social, and the morning coffee and donuts. The Golf Tournament Committee has selected the Mountain Brook Golf Course, across highway 60 from the RV Resort, as the site of the golf tournament. The Raffle and Door Prizes Committee is out buying an assortment of door prizes that will be given away at each of the three dinners, the ice cream social, and raffle prizes that will be given away at the farewell dinner. As is our tradition, each AOC Chapter has been asked to present a gift basket to be given away at the farewell dinner. Jon Goldstein has confirmed that Alfateers will host a "burgers and brats" cookout, will have a team of technicians at the Rally (provided enough attendees sign up for service and/or installations), and will donate a very nice upgrade for your rig as a raffle prize. If you have not registered for the Rally, I encourage you to do so. Registration forms are available on this Group's site in the files area or you can download them from http://www.alfasouthloafers.com. We are receiving registrations daily. So don't be left out. This is your chance to meet and greet Martin, Vonis, Ed, Kirk, and ask your technical questions face-to-face. Vonis tells me that he will have his volt meter with him J Larry and Shirley York 2012 Rally Masters Tampa RV Show This is
a reminder for the Tampa Super Show. January 10--15 2012. We will be
going to the Fair Grounds as a group on the 10th to stage together so we
can be parked together. We have secured the same great site as last
year with 30 amp and an easy walk to the show. We are going to go to Tampa on Monday January 9, 2012 and stay at the Tampa East RV Park. So we can all go together to the fair grounds I will have an assigned time to be at the fair grounds on the 10th if you want to go directly to the Fair Grounds and not spend a night at Tampa East RV park please let us know your plans. The phone number for Tampa East is 888-627-2501 speak to Deann and tell her you are with the Sunrisers and need one night stay. If you are Good Sam's you will get the discount. If you are a member in good standing with Good Sam's Club you can get an extra $5.00 off by going to www.goodsamclub.com/parkcoupon and download a coupon but must be used within sixty days so wait until the time is closer to download the coupon for the Tampa park.The dead line for registrations is Dec. 1st 2011 less than 1 month away!!!!!!!!!!
IIIIf you are planning to join us in Tampa go to the Sunrisers web site sunrisers.org click
on newsletters and open the Oct 2011 news letter. Print pages 19 &
20 these are the 2 reg. forms you need to fill out. The first one is for
the Super Rally mail to address provided on the form with $159.00. This
includes unlimited entrance to the show, all entertainment and your
space and electric.
The
second form is the Sunrisers Tampa Reg. please fill out and sign and
mail to my address provided on the form with $25.00 wagon masters fee.
This pays for coffee and breakfast treats every morning, wagonmasters
dinner, and Sausage & pancake breakfast one morning and lots of
other fun activities.
Your Wagon Masters
Roger & Janice Brooks
954-520-5497
Ken & Joyce Walker
941-209-0436 Battery use in GPS & other electronics powered by 12V plug ins I recently
had my GPS go out of commission and opened the back to see if the
batteries were still good. (it takes 6 AA penlite batteries for back up)
Once I got the back off, I found the batteries were corroded beyond
belief and the white acidic powder was corroding the springs and
terminals. Since the batteries carry a note on the pack that the
manufacturer will repair or replace electronics damaged by leakage, I
called to get directions. I think they will stand behind the guarantee,
but the person did tell me that many electronics that have dual power
sources actually try and recharge the batteries when the unit is plugged
into 12V. The standard battery is not designed to be recharged and this
corrosion is typical of standard batterys that have seen recharging
cycles. Next step is to call Garmin and see why their literature does
not describe this issue.
Auxiliary brake system for your towed vehicle
If you are considering a new auxiliary braking system for your towed vehicle, let me suggest you look at the RVi brake. I purchased one at the Perry show this past spring and I really like it. It is light weight and compact and does not require much power. Mine is running just fine off the power outlet in the rear of my car (have to use an extension cord). Some units draw high amp loads and require a separate outlet hooked directly to the car battery. It is easy to hook up and detach. Look for technical information and details at rvibrake.com. The unit sells for $1250.00 but the owner of the company has offered the Alfa Sunrisers a price of $995 until the end of the year. If you are going to the Tampa show, the company will have a display and I would guess they will be offering a show special price. Call them at 800-815-2159 for more information and if you decide to order, make sure you ask for the Sunrisers discount. |
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posted Nov 20, 2011 11:17 AM by Scott Wilson [ updated Nov 25, 2011 9:13 AM ] |