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RV Shows- Tips for attending
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August 31, 2011 - 4:39 pm
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Soon it will be time for PRVCA in Hershey, PA and other RV shows around the country.

What advice, tips or suggestions does anyone have for getting the most out of these shows?

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August 31, 2011 - 4:52 pm
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It depends why you are going?

If you are looking for new ideas or mods for your existing camper, its a great place to see a little bit of everything.
If you are looking for a new camper,  I recommend creating a list of what you are looking for? 

    [li]How many it most sleeps?[/li]
    [li]What weight can you tow?[/li]
    [li]What is your price range?[/li]
    [li]Needs, Wants, Wishes for amenities?[/li]
    [li]Try to narrow down a few models that meet your needs[/li]
    [li]Call a few local dealers so you know if there is really a deal?[/li]

Hopefully you can arrive there with your camper chose narrowed down to 3 or less models and you know the price locally.  Then hopefully you can see them all in person and compare them, choosing the one you like the most.  Now you are ready to deal.

Print out a coupon off their website, if they have one.

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September 1, 2011 - 12:08 pm
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I was just thinking about the Hershey RV show while at lunch.  When is it?  I need to take Lori and start wearing her down about getting a new HTT.  I should have one in about.....3 years  😛

Matt O 2006 Skyline Nomad 27' travel trailer.  Previously owned 1986 Coleman Columbia / 1992 Coleman Senecca / 1989 Born Free Class C RV.

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September 1, 2011 - 12:58 pm
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The dates of the show are September 14-18. We were there a couple of years ago and we plan to go again this year.

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September 1, 2011 - 1:15 pm
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http://www.prvca.org/PRVCAHome.....fault.aspx

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September 2, 2011 - 2:08 am
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Comfy shoes!

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September 2, 2011 - 7:40 am
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I would take notes and pictures. After seeing many different models with different equipment, specifications, prices, options, etc. it is very difficult to remember them all and sort them out when you get home. With pictures at least it will jar some memories of what you saw. Notes are the best along with pictures. Also when they see you take notes they'll take you more seriousely because you're acturally buying, not just window shopping and you might get a deal on the spot. The last RV show I went to (not the Hershey one) I got a good deal on the spot with a lot of freebies but that wasn't the POP I really wanted so I turned it down.

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