Table of Contents

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Construction Techniques & Methods
What matters most?
What components of a motorhome constitute the chassis?
Travel trailer frames what to look for
Gas or Diesel which is better?
Exterior wall construction - What to look for
Types of fiberglass siding
Which is better - fiberglass or aluminum siding for travel trailers?
Interior finish
Insulation materials - Which is best?
What to look for in quality windows
What to look for in a quality roof

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Customer Satisfaction
Online Resources
Interviews with existing RV owners
RV discussion forums

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Dealer Ratings
Interviews with RV dealers (new and used)

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Resale Values
Depreciation chart
New versus used
RV appraisal service

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Rating Charts & Parameters
RV manufacturer rating chart (sample chart)
Rating definitions
Best selling RV models rating chart (sample chart)

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Class A Motor Homes (Diesel & Gas)
RV Manufacturer Rating Chart Class A Diesel Motor Homes
Best Selling RV Models Rating Chart Class A Diesel Motor Homes
RV Manufacturer Rating Chart Class A Gas Motor Homes
Best Selling RV Models Rating Chart Class A Gas Motor Homes

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Class C Motor Homes (Diesel & Gas)
RV Manufacturer Rating Chart Class C Motor Homes
Best Selling RV Models Rating Chart Class A Motor Homes

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Fifth Wheels & Toy Haulers
RV Manufacturer Rating Chart Fifth Wheels
Best Selling RV Models Rating Chart Fifth Wheels

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Travel Trailers
RV Manufacturer Rating Chart Travel Trailers
Best Selling RV Models Rating Chart Travel Trailers

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RV Manufacturer Articles
2008-2009 RV manufacturers featured in book
Company background and history
U.S. Regions Company is strongest
Principle target customer
List of popular model(s)
Average MSRP of popular models
Editorial staff comments
RV manufacturer articles listed in alphabetical order

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What is A Fair Discount?
Additional RV online resources
10 tips for selling your RV
Sell your RV online
RV appraisal service
Discussion forums
Popular RV magazines
Industry related RV websites

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Conclusion

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RV Manufacturers Contact Information

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