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J R Consumer Resources is a consumer group dedicated to helping RV buyers like you find quality recreational vehicles at affordable prices. We are like Consumer Reports for the automobile industry. We have NO Hidden Agendas. We receive NO commissions or advertising kickbacks. We have not accepted any payments to promote one company over another.

We can assure you that all of the information contained in these guides is based on independent research, countless interviews and is from an objective point of view. Our company is a consumer based organization and we have not been hired by the RV industry to promote their products or lifestyle.

   

   

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RV Manufacturer Ratings 2006-2010

Unbiased RV ratings and reviews on over 64 different manufacturers in North America. If you're just starting your search for the perfect motorhome, fifth wheel, toy hauler or travel trailer, our "RV Comparison Guides" are a must read! With over six years of research and countless interviews, you will learn how the recreational vehicle manufacturers compare to each other in the areas of: quality construction, customer satisfaction, resale value and price.

You can spend months or years researching your RV options or you can read our best-selling Rating Guides and know who's who in the industry in a matter of hours. Don't waste your time driving from one RV dealer to the next only to hear the salesperson say, "This manufacturer builds the best units". Get the facts with unbiased ratings from a consumer group with no ties or connections to the RV industry!


   


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Individual RV Ratings Report

Have you narrowed your search down to a particular RV model or two? Would you like to know how it rates in the areas of: Quality, Performance, Payload, Reliability, Customer Satisfaction & Resale Value?

The information contained in each Individual RV Rating Report is the result of data collected from a number of sources including; RV organizations, N.A.D.A Guides, interviews with RV manufacturers and consumer satisfaction surveys. Our Individual RV Rating Reports are meant to be a guide to help you understand how a particular RV model performs.

Each report will help you select the right RV model at below retail prices. Get the facts and save time and money!

   

 

How to Purchase a RV & Save Thousands:

It is a fact that at least 80% of RV buyers pay too much for their unit. By following our tips and suggestions in this amazing resource you will save thousands of dollars.
Whether you are buying a new or used RV all prices are negotiable. Remember to bargain up from the wholesale value or dealer’s invoice of the RV model you’re interested in and not down from the asking price.

Our 10-page E-book will show you how to determine your dealer’s invoice by using our simple formulas. This information is critical and a must read if you plan to get the best deal possible.

Our E-book, (PDF) can be downloaded to your computer in a matter of seconds. Save the file to your computer and start learning how you can virtually save thousands on your next RV purchase. Learn more ...

   

   

RV Extended Warranties - How to Select the Best Warranty and Save Thousands!

RV extended warranties are a great way to protect your investment. Did you know that many buyers pay thousands more than they should for this protection? Don’t let this happen to you! Our E-book will explain the pros and cons of extended warranty policies and how to secure the best deal with the most coverage.

Get the facts about RV extended warranties, save thousands and secure the right policy for your particular situation. Our 8-page E-book will show you how to determine which warranty is right for you at the best possible price. If you're considering a warranty you need this info!

   

   

RV Appraisal Service

If you're about to buy, sell, or trade an RV be sure you have the wholesale and retail pricing. Having the dealers cost or wholesale pricing is crucial to negotiating the best deal possible.

Having a written appraisal is also important when trying to sell your RV. Knowing the wholesale value will help you determine a fair retail price. We are your Independent Resource for obtaining RV values for Recreational Vehicles, model years from 1975 to 2009. Learn more.

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TOP 100 RV Dealers 2009

Each year we provide an annual list of the Top-100 dealers we believe offer exceptional service in overall business operations and customer service. Our list features dealers that have a solid reputation within their community and industry.

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FREE GUIDE - Learn How to Spot a Well-Built RV

A common mistake with most new RV buyers is that the floor plan is the most important aspect in their RV purchase. It is estimated that over 90% of new RV buyers focus more on floor plans than anything else.

In contrast, most experienced or educated RV buyers focus on the chassis or frame, drive train, engine, suspension and exterior construction when selecting a particular RV model.

Bottom line - What’s underneath your motorhome, trailer or fifth wheel is the most important aspect and should take top priority in your decision process. Focusing on these important features will ultimately determine how satisfied you are with your purchase.

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RV News & Motorhome Articles

Motorhome Manufacturers Predict Upturn - Analysts are projecting a 20-25% increase in motorhome sales in 2010, which will translate into more jobs for Elkhart, Indiana where an estimated two-thirds of the nation’s RVs are manufactured.

Will Building “GREEN” Help the RV Industry? A number of RV experts believe, “Green” is the answer to turning the industry around. For the past couple of years the buzz word has been, Green. It’s more than just improving gas mileage. From fuel economy to fuel cells, solar panels to wind power, green technology is becoming an important force in the RV industry.

Buying a Motorhome? Looking for motorhomes for sale and deciding which one is good for you starts with determining your wants and understanding what your budget is like. How much do you want to spend for a new motorhome?

Fleetwood Motorhome Company debuts 2010 Discovery - The Discovery Class A diesel motorhome was introduced at the RV Industry Association’s 47th Annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky. One of the biggest changes this year to the Discovery coach is the availability of a Spartan Chassis option.

Choosing the Right Fifth Wheel - The best advice I can give to someone who wants to do full-time RVing is to attend an RV show in your area. These are usually held in the late winter or early spring in most large cities.

RV Buyers Looking at Fifth Wheels for Full Time Use - "Fifth Wheels" and "Fifth Wheel Trailers" are all terms that refer to a type of travel trailer. The term refers to a style of trailer with a raised front end which hitches to a truck using a special hitching method.

RV Manufacturers Sees Pent-Up Demand in United States - After facing one of the worst downturns in RV industry many dealers are starting to see a pent-up demand for its products. With lack of financing and an uncertain economic future buyers put off their purchase of an RV.

RV Parks at Full Capacity - Many RV communities or RV parks are full this summer and RV park managers are reporting an increase of 25% compared to last year. So what gives? Why the increase in RV travel when the economy is tanking?

New Travel Trailers PROs & CONs - Are you considering buying a travel trailer? There are so many decisions to make. Do you want a new or used trailer? Is this going to be a cash purchase or financed?

Used Travel Trailers PROs & CONs - Are you considering buying a travel trailer? There are so many decisions to make. Should you get a motor home, 5th wheel, toy hauler or travel trailer? Learn about our RV reviews.

Large Travel Trailers - If you are excited about traveling and are always looking for ways to flee the rat race with your friends and family, then a travel trailer is perfect for you.

Light-Weight Travel Trailers are Turning Some Heads - So you love to travel and are always after fun adventures with your friends and family, then a lightweight travel trailer could be the perfect option for you.

Lower gas prices: Could it help struggling RV industry? - Across the country consumers are enjoying the drop in gas prices during the last few weeks. It was more than four-dollars a gallon this summer, but gas is now around $1.60 in most states.

Economic Melt-Down - Is Now the Time to Buy an RV? - If you’re like most consumers you are on the sidelines waiting to see how Wall Street and Main Street react to this economic melt-down. Will the 700 billion bailout work? How long will it take for...

Diesel or Gas MotorHome? Which is Better? - So you’re considering buying a motor home, Class A or Class C. In this article I will discuss an age old question and one I get asked a lot, should I buy gas or diesel...

Which RV Model is the Best? - Are you planning to purchase a new or used RV? This article will help you determine the best approach for selecting the right RV, (recreational vehicle) for you and your family. The first decision that needs to be made is which type of RV I should buy? This is the most common question asked by buyers...

Consider Renting an RV - Are you considering buying an RV? Let me be more specific, a Class A or C Motorhome? It could be either gas or diesel and they vary in length from 24 to 42 feet. Most RVs today are fully furnished homes with flat-screen TV’s, leather furniture, satellite Internet, king size bed and full size washer and dryer.

Fifth Wheel Buying Tips for Savvy RV Buyers - A fifth wheel trailer is a type of unit that is towed by a truck with a special hitch. It provides accommodations for sleeping, bathing, dining and relaxation. A fifth wheel has all the comforts of home...

Light-Weight Travel Trailers are Turning Some Heads - So you love to travel and are always after fun adventures with your friends and family, then a lightweight travel trailer could be the perfect option for you. With a spacious interior and cargo...

Travel Trailers Are Becoming Hot Again - Among the many Recreational Vehicles (RVs), travel trailers are the most popular today, but that has not always been the case. In the last few years motorhomes both gas and diesel were very popular...

RV Reviews - There are a number of buying guides for RV'ers today but none combined buying tips with a fair rating system, until now! To fulfill this need we at J R Consumer Resources Inc. have published an RV comparison guide.

RV Ratings - Are you in the market for a new or used RV? J R Consumer Resources has done all the research for you! Check out our RV Ratings to help in your purchase of your new recreational vehicle.

RV Rentals - If your not ready to buy a recreational vehicle, renting an RV may be the right choice for you. Find out the benefits of renting an Recreational Vehicle as opposed to buying one right now.

Class C Motorhome - Class c motor homes have spacious accommodations and come with a space for a kitchen, bathroom and washroom...

Fifth Wheel - Fifth wheel vehicles are the vehicles that have different compartments between the driving compartment and the home compartment. Fifth-wheel vehicles comprise of a powered car in the front and a trailer attached at the rear...

Motorhome Rental - Motorhome rentals are based on the features which are provided with the motor home. There are classes upon which the rentals of the motorhomes depend...

RV Dealer - Finding the right RV dealerships is one of the most important factors in buying or renting of RV...

RV Guide - When considering the cost of owning an RV, you must include the cost of service, maintenance, repair and refurbishing.

Best RV - A used or “previously loved”, RV can be the best RV for most consumers looking to get the best RV value on the market today.

Travel Trailer - A trailer that is more comfortable, sheltered and protected than a tent and can be towed behind a road vehicle is known as a travel trailer...

Buy a Toy Hauler - Toy haulers are the latest wrinkle in the RV industry, and although in a sense they are another example of American excess, in a very American way, they are a needed accessory for some people.

Buying a Travel Trailer - If you are comfortable pulling a trailer around behind you and you don’t mind unhitching at your destination so that you can tour unencumbered, this might be just the thing for you.

Rent your Personal RV & Make Money - Private RV rental is becoming a popular trend in these tough economic times. Renting your personal RV could cover your monthly RV payments and RV insurance premiums.

Classes of Motor Homes and RVs - RV means Recreational Vehicle. From the moment that name was coined, it has been a work in progress. There are now three almost distinct classes of motorhomes, Class A, Class B, and Class C, and who knows how many classes of towable travel or camping trailers.

Winnebago - Say RV in some circles and the only answer you will get is “Winnebago.” Winnebago Industries of Iowa, USA is surely a major name in the motorhome industry.

Fleetwood - Fleetwood makes several brand names of motorhomes and has lines of products covering the entire gamut of RVs.

Travel Trailers - The term “travel trailer” loosely describes any and all trailers used as a home away from home. The fact that they are trailers means that they are towed, rather than self-propelled.

Fleetwood Rolls out Brand New 2009 Terry LX Fifth Wheel - Fleetwood RV is a major producer of RVs including motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers and toy haulers. Fleetwood RV announced the launch of its brand-new 2009 Terry fifth wheels...

Motorhome Living - Motorhomes have long been a preference for travelers who enjoy the convenience and luxury of hitting the road without leaving the comforts of home behind. However, now, more than ever...

Modular Home - Learn about the modular housing industry and how these homes are made. Choose from over 169 builders that are rated and reviewed in "The Complete Guide to Modular Homes".

Construction Directory - The SeekOn Directory has many resources for construction. List your site today and start getting more traffic and sales!

   
 
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