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March Anniversary

We have only one ARV anniversary for the month of March and it is WIN MERRILL. On March 28th of 1994, Win joined the American RV team. This will be his 16th year with us.

Win, we appreciate your dedication and your contributions to our success!!


Employees of the Month

Time sure flies! Yes, another month has passed and we have two new employees of the month for February 2010.

Rick Boven was acknowledged by a couple for being very pleasant and wonderful to work with. Kirk LaCharite was also acknowledge by a customer for his great customer service.

It is awesome that ARV customers are receiving such great service from our employees. Thanks to Rick, Kirk, and the whole American RV team.


NEW Keystone Montana High Country 333BD Fifth Wheel

Keystone RV has come out with a NEW and exciting product called the Montana High Country. High Country’s Helium Technology utilizes advanced materials and manufacturing technology to significantly reduce weight while maintaining all the features, comforts and luxury you expect in a Montana.

Find more information by Clicking Here.


Weight Distribution Hitch Demonstration

Scott Haan with American RV shows Weight Distribution Hitches and the options that are available.


Fifth Wheel Hitch Demonstration

Scott Haan with American RV shows Fifth Wheel Hitches and the options that you have with them. The difference between sliding hitches and rigid.


2010 Spring Tune-Up Specials


$186.95 Travel Trailers & 5th Wheels
$241.95 Motor Homes Class A, C, and Diesels

Tune-up includes:
- Roof inspection.
- LP Gas pressure/leak test.
- Water system flush and pressure test. We will rinse the water system and perform a pressure leak test. (Note: this process does not sanitize your water system).
- Appliance system check: Water heater (clean gas burner tube, adjust and test operation), refrigerator (does not verify the refrigerators ability to cool), furnace & A/C (test system cycle and verify operation,) range (test all stove burners for ability to light, and flame quality), exterior lighting system, set tire pressure to factory specifications, and load test battery.
** To avoid extra charges, all items to be inspected must be accessible. If there are any major repairs, we will call you with an estimate**

Trailer Wheel Bearing Repacks:
Single Axle: $87.95 (plus parts)
Double Axle: $175.95 (plus parts)

*** We clean and inspect each wheel bearing and race assembly by hand. Brakes will be cleaned and adjusted if possible, and if any additional work or parts are needed we will call with an estimate first. ***


February Anniversaries

We have two ARV anniversaries this month and they are:

Joel Bos - February 5th was 14 years

Sue Hayes - February 15th was 11 years

Thank you for your many years of hard work and dedication! Wishing you the best as you celebrate another year with American RV.


ARV Makes it “Big”

American RV’s general manager, Chad Neff was quoted in a few “big” stories this weekend from the Novi show.

Read the article on abcnews.com by Clicking Here

Also, there was an article in the RVBusiness Magazine. You can read the article by Clicking Here


Employees of the Month

Another month has passed and we have two new employees of the month for January 2010.

Katie Brown has been nominated for being pleasant, friendly, and her great customer service.

Ken Roelofs was acknowledged for his efficiency and keeping up.

Way to go Katie and Ken! Say congrats when you see them.


2010 Passport Grand Touring 3050BH Travel Trailer

Check out the NEW 3050 Travel Trailer from Passport (by Keystone RV)