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News & Views from J.D. Sanders RV CenterJuly, 2011
Dell's DeskDell - Dell Sanders, General Manager

As I write this, oil has dropped to $92 a barrel and the President has let loose with part of our strategic oil reserve. So, what does this mean to RVers? Well, in reality, it depends upon where oil prices are tomorrow, next week and next month. But, it is my hope that we will see some measurable relief at both the gas and diesel pumps.

I would like to think that lower prices at the pump will result in more RVers hitting the road this summer; even if the distances are shorter and the campsite stays are longer.

The 4th of July is our most important national holiday. Although most Americans today think of it as a day of celebration and fireworks, I encourage all of you to reflect on what this date really represents: the writing and signing of the Declaration of Independence; a now timeless document that resulted in the Revolutionary War.

Those who signed the Declaration were placing themselves in mortal danger from the appointed Governors of the 13 Colonies and the Brittish Crown.

I wonder how many (if any) of today's American "leaders" would be willing to place themselves in harm's way today as our founding Fathers did then?

If you're hitting the road over the July 4th holiday, drive safely and enjoy your trip. Gainesville has cancelled their Independence Day fireworks display due to an extremely dry Spring. However, with the recent rains, the burn ban in Alachua county has been lifted.

Here's a link to Florida festivals and events you might like to visit: http://festivalsandevents.com/festival.php?state=FL

Stop by to see our RVs, have your RV serviced or just browse the store shelves. The coffee is always fresh and hot.

ServiceMark Desk - Mark Maness, Service Manager

When an RV device or appliance stops working, the first places to check are the circuit breaker and fuse panel boxes. It's easy to see whether a circuit breaker has tripped. If the breaker switch isn't fully at the "on" position then an over current situation has caused it to trip. This may occur when too many appliances are operating on the same circuit at the same time.

 

A fuse offers similar protection. Unlike the circuit breaker, a fuse - which is a metal strip inside a non-conductive material - must be replaced when it "blows."

 

A Good Fuse & a Blown Fuse

 

The fuse on the left has detected too much current (heat), has melted and separated. This cuts power to whatever is operating on this circuit. The fuse on the right is new and intact. 

 

You should learn where all the fuse panels are in you RV, auto and home. Then when something electrical goes wrong, you can check to see if it is a fuse.

 

PartDavids Desk - David Sanders, Parts Manager
If you're towing a travel trailer or fifth wheel trailer you know the importance of your truck or car side mirrors. You also know that factory supplied stock side mirrors may not provide enough side to rear visability. That's why we stock custom towing mirrors that are mounted over your stock mirrors.
  
Vent covers break. Sometimes a limb falls and cracks the lid. Sometimes it is driver error. Anyway, we stock several sizes and brands for your convenience.
  

Custom Towing Mirrors


- FitCustom Towing Mirrors (add-on) over existing mirrors

- Many sizes in stock

 




Starting at: $35.95 each
  
Replacement Vent Covers 

RV Vent Covers

 - Different sizes in stock

 - Different brands in stock

 

 

 

  

 Starting at: $14.88

Sales WayneDesk - Wayne Borecki, Sales Manager
Several new travel trailers and fifth-wheels have been ordered and will arrive over the summer.
  
You can now view incoming new RVs by visiting our website, in the Quick Search box enter the word "incoming" as the Stock Number. Click on the Search button using your mouse. Do NOT use the Enter key.
  
At last count we have 25 pre-owned RVs for your consideration. There a couple of Airstreams, at least one 5th-wheel and a Class B.
  
Come on down and take a look.   
  
J.D. Sanders RV Center
12380 NW US Hwy 441
Alachua, FL 32615
Local: (386) 462-3039
Toll-Free: (800) 541-6439
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Woodall'sCampground Management

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