Alliance Coach

Alliance Coach
RV Sales & Service
May 2014
For A Better RV Experience
Georg ia Location
F lorida L ocation
(229) 559-1555
5355 Mill Store Rd Lake Park, Ga
31636
(352) 330-3800
4505 Monaco Way Wildwood, Fl
34785
Welcome to the Family
We would like to congratulate everyone
enjoying a new acquired RV from
Alliance Coach-we wish them endless
miles of fun and adventure!
Wildwood
BIGELOW—Port Orange, FL
2013 Holiday Rambler Endeavor
McDONOUGH—The Villages, FL
2014 Monaco Monarch
PHILLIPS—Newnan, GA
2013 Holiday Rambler Ambassador
PIGNATARO—Hudson, FL
2013 Holiday Rambler Ambassador
DALEY—Orlando, FL
2014 Thor Palazzo
DYMERSKI—Citra, FL
2014 Monaco Monarch
GIANNINI—Fruitland Park, FL
2004 Monaco Windsor
SIRUM—Okeechobee, FL
2007 Country Coach Intrigue
PAEZ—Ocala, FL
2011 Rockwood Windjammer
DIAMOND—Alva, FL
2013 Holiday Rambler, Alumalite
ELLIS—Ocala, FL
2007 Monaco Knight
DAVIS—Ocala, FL
2010 Keystone Passport
Dutchmen Aerolite
GOULD—The Villages, FL
2013 Forest River Sunseeker
RUSSO—Ocala, FL
2013 Pleasure Way Pursuit
SMITH—The Villages, FL
2014 Forest River Rockwood
FOSTER—Oxford, FL
2003 Coachmen Freedom
CASTELLO—The Villages, FL
2014 Monaco Monarch
SANDERS—Brook, IN
2008 Beaver Marquis
HOWELL—Groveland, FL 2008
Lake Park
SCHNEIDER—Live Oak, FL
2013 Jayco Jay Flight
HILL—Lake City, FL
2010 Rockwood Ultra Lite
CURTIS—Live Oak, FL
2003 Forest River Cedar Creek
KLECKER—Gilbert, SC
2004 Monaco Dynasty
HOLTON—Sylvester, GA
2013 Holiday Rambler
LANE—Perry, FL
2013 R-Vision Trail Sport
KELLY—Gainesville, FL
2014 Rockwood Ultra Lite
SHULTZ—Warner Robins, GA
2014 Holiday Rambler Endeavor
What Our Customers Are Saying
About Alliance Coach
We cannot tell you what an honor
and pleasure it is to know that we
have repeat customers who think
enough of Alliance Coach to
recommend us to their friends.
Our Facebook friends, Roger and
Arlene Del Turco, had some very
encouraging words that we had to
share. “…I feel like I am wanted
at Alliance Coach. My dear
friend Ed Cowan is just a gem and
pleasure to call my friend. I really
like it when we walk in the door
and we are greeted like old
friends….I get positive vibrations
when I am there…The folks there
take pride in doing a great job.”
Here at Alliance Coach we strive at making our customers happy, first
and foremost. Let us know if there is anything you would like to see in
the newsletter. If you would like to have an article in the newsletter,
pictures, birthdays, a new business or any other announcements, please let
us know. We would love to read about your stories.
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“For A Better Rv Service”
Dear Alliance Coach Family,
Hope everyone is doing well. Now that the cold seems to be behind us, we can finally enjoy some of the
beautiful weather that is approaching us. It certainly feels good to be putting the air conditioning on and
turning the furnaces off. As I sit here writing this at the last Monday of April we are experiencing the first
slow down after a very busy season here in Wildwood. If you were in during this season you saw many
changes taken place, from more organization in the scheduling to the manicuring of the property.
In Wildwood we have moved the sales inventory onto the lot, facing highway 44. This has drawn a
tremendous increase in our traffic since so many people have told us they did not know we were here. In
parts we have Chris Mantor to join our staff who brings much experience in the parts world and is now
organizing and upgrading the retail store. We are constantly trying to improve our service department to
make it smoother each year.
In Lake Park things are progressing very well. We now have our inventory in place and sales have taken
off. Each month we are trying to improve the service side and it has shown since each month we are
increasing.
We built a 35-seat presentation room in the shop to use for seminars and tech training. Ed Cowen is
preparing to start his training this summer to help more techs in getting their certifications and adds
additional lines to our long list of items we are a warranty center for.
Lastly as Wildwood is a preferred collision center for many insurance companies, we are working hard to
get our Lake Park location up to speed in our collision department. Both locations will be handled under
the guidance of Victor Gonzalez who has many years in this business and perfection is his only way.
To our newest local friends we are here for you, and for our traveling friends who have left Florida and
heading all over the country drive safe, enjoy and see you next season.
Truly Yours,
Alan Shapiro
President
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Happy Mother’s Day
Things My Mother Taught Me
By: Bert Christensen
1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE. “If you’re going to
kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning.”
2. My mother taught me RELIGION. “You better pray that will come out of the carpet.”
3. My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL. “If you don’t straighten up, I’m going to knock you into the
middle of next week!”
4. My mother taught me about LOGIC. “Because I said so, that’s why.”
5. My mother taught me MORE LOGIC. “If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you’re not going
to the store with me.”
6. My mother taught me FORESIGHT. “Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you’re in an
accident.”
7. My mother taught me IRONY. “Keep crying and I’ll give you something to cry about.”
8. My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS. “Shut your mouth and eat your supper.”
9. My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM. “Will you look at that dirt on the back of your neck!”
10. My mother taught me about STAMINA. “You’ll sit there until all that spinach is gone.”
11. My mother taught me about WEATHER. “Your room looks as if a tornado went through it.”
12. My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY. “If I told you once, I’ve told you a million times. Don’t
exaggerate!”
13. My mother taught me the CIRCLE OF LIFE. “I brought you into this world, and I can take you out.”
14. My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION. “Stop acting like your father!”
15. My mother taught me about ENVY. “There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don’t
have wonderful parents like you do.”
16. My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION. “Just wait until we get home.”
17. My mother taught me about RECEIVING. “You’re going to get it when you get home!”
18. My mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE. “If you don’t stop crossing your eyes, they are going to
freeze that way.”
19. My mother taught me HUMOR. “When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don’t come running to me.”
20. My mother taught me HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT. “If you don’t eat your vegetables, you’ll never
grow up.”
21. My mother taught me GENETICS. “You’re just like your father.”
22. My mother taught me about my ROOTS. “Shut that door behind you. Do you think you were born in a
barn?”
23. My mother taught me ESP. “Put your sweater on; don’t you think I know when you’re cold?”
24. My mother taught me WISDOM. “When you get to be my age, you’ll understand.”
25. And my favorite: my mother taught me about JUSTICE. “One day you’ll have
kids, and I hope they turn out just like you!”
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Our One-Of-A-Kind Collision Center in Wildwood, Florida
Alliance Coach of Wildwood has a collision center like no other in the industry. Yes, our paint and body
team does all the things other shops can do and they do it well. But where they stand out is in
fabrication. On a recent walk through the body shop, Victor Gonzalez, our Paint & Body Manager,
detailed what makes Alliance Coach truly unique. It is the ability to make a part if we need it!
Think about it, how many RV manufacturers are no longer in business? If you wreck your RV and need
a part that literally doesn’t exist, what do you do? Come to Wildwood and see Victor. His team has the
tools, technology, and most important, the skill to manufacture parts to perfectly match your RV. That
fender destroyed by a blown tire can be replicated in our shop; they make a mold to match the other side
and use it to form the part. And it’s not only fiberglass, they can do metal work just as well. If your bay
doors are damaged they can make new aluminum doors.
They also do sidewalls. Right now there’s a beautiful 2008 Monaco Signature in the shop. It had a water
leak that de-laminated the sidewall and there is no other solution than to remove the entire sidewall and
replace it. But even that isn’t too big a challenge for our team, it’s repaired and in the booth for a
perfectly matched paint job. It is truly amazing to see what these guys can do!
Roof replacement is another area in which Victor’s team of professionals excels. No matter how well you
take care of it, a rubber roof will deteriorate over time. It will dry out, crack, and leak. When that
happens, come see Victor. His team can replace the entire roof. And we know weather isn’t the only
thing that’s hard on an RV roof—trees and shrubbery can get pretty aggressive if you get too close. A
confrontation between a tree limb and a rubber roof can leave serious damage to your RV. You can trust
our Wildwood shop to restore it to “like new” condition.
Along with some of the best collision specialists in the industry we have great painters who can perfectly
match the paint no matter what the size of the job or how many colors are needed. Matching color is an
art and a science and our experienced team are masters of their trade. With an eye for excellent
paintwork and state-of-the-art equipment they’ll give your RV a flawless showroom finish.
To find out what our paint and collision team can do for you, come to Wildwood and ask for Victor. He
will work with you and your insurance company to make the process as stress-free as possible get you
back on the road and having fun.
Shown are samples of damaged fiberglass panel and custom made replacement. (pictured from left to
right) Shown is the ’08 Signature with the sidewall removed and the new sidewall installed and in the
paint booth.
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Do you have these in your coach?
Safety Devices Every RVer Must Have
Typically there are four devices in your RV specifically designed for your safety, they are:
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Propane Detector
CO Detector
Let’s discuss each one:
Your fire extinguisher is located near the main entrance door. READ THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS!!!!! Know how to use it and what type of fires it can be used on. DO NOT test the
extinguisher by partially discharging it, internal pressure will escape and it will need to be replaced. An
often overlooked consideration for a fire extinguisher in an RV is that road vibration will cause the
powder inside to compact and may cause it to malfunction. You should invert your extinguisher
monthly to keep the powder from compacting.
Your smoke detector is very similar to the one you have in your home. Statistics show that most fire
casualties are not caused by direct flame, but by less visible smoke. They typically take a standard 9V DC
battery and will not operate without a battery installed. Smoke detectors should be tested at least weekly
when the RV is in use, prior to each trip and when taking your RV out of storage. A typical smoke alarm
will beep once a minute when the battery is getting low.
Your propane detector is required safety equipment in your RV. The propane detector is also sensitive to
other fumes such as hair spray (which may contain butane as a propellant) and sulfated batteries (which
can smell like rotten eggs). Propane is heavier than air and generally will settle to the lowest point. The
concentrated gas can exist for an extended period of time prior to reaching the propane detector to alert
you of an issue. If you smell propane it is critical that you get out of your RV and turn off the propane
cylinder.
Your CO detector is required safety equipment for every RV that has an internal combustion engine or
was built for one. If your RV has a generator or is set up for one, whether a generator has been installed
or not, you must have a CO detector. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is colorless, odorless, and tasteless. Even
low levels of CO poisoning have been known to cause brain damage and damage to vital organs. It is
ALWAYS advised to evacuate the motorhome of your CO detector activates. Better to be safe than
sorry. Once out of your RV, shut off all sources of CO, such as propane appliances, the engine,
generator, etc. Open vents and windows to ventilate the RV. Determine the source of the alarm and
have the problems corrected before resuming operation. Be especially aware of your neighbors running
generators while at tail-gaiting events, races or rallies as their generator exhaust may be running into your
RV through an open window or vent.
As always, have fun and safe travels.
Ed Cowan
[email protected]
Technical Advisor
Master Certified RVIA/RVDA Technician
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Parts Store
Featured Unit
2014 Rockwood Signature 5th
Wheel
MSRP: $48,426.75
Internet Sale Price: $45,995.00
May Special with in-store coupon:
General Specifications
Pure Power Blue 32 oz. Now Only $7.99/Regular Price $12.69
Pure Power Blue – Clean and Green starts with Blue
Chemical Free – Completely Biodegradable – Ultimate Performer
As the summer months approach, make sure your holding tank
treatment is proven to perform under high temperatures. Pure Power
Blue RV holding tank treatment is a biological formula developed to
perform without fail under any temperature condition. A highly
concentrated “bio-active” product, Pure Power Blue camper holding
tank treatment will quickly and effectively break down waste, toilet
paper, grease and soap scum in both gray and black tanks.
With its proprietary BioBlastPlus™ odor control technology, Pure
Power Blue is the only holding tank treatment available today that can
offer all natural, all temperature, instant and continuous odor control
in both black and gray tanks. BioBlastPlus™ has been scientifically
proven to instantly control odors, even in high heat conditions over
120°. Pure Power Blue outperforms all other biological and enzyme
holding tank treatments. Clean, green formula is 100% chemical-free
and biodegradable.
Over a decade in the making, the new Pure Power Blue is truly the
ultimate RV holding tank treatment, featuring:
Unconditional odor control
Complete breakdown of waste and toilet paper
100% non-toxic, biodegradable formula
No formaldehyde or other chemicals
Breaks down any 2-ply household tissue
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Condition: New
Body Style/Category: Fifth Wheel
Floorplan/Model ID: 8289WS
Slideouts: 3
Make: Rockwood
Model: Signature
Weight: 8,081
Location: Wildwood, Florida
Special of the Month
2008 Itasca Ellipse
Our Price: $159,900.00
General Specifications
Condition: Used
Body Style/Category: Class A Diesel
Make: Itasca
Model: Ellipse
Floor Plan/Model ID: 40TD
Slideouts: 2
Mileage: 3,4781
Location: Lake Park, Georgia
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Ebay Store
A) Fleetguard EleMax Fuel Filter (Bin Loc 214C02) -- $20.00
B) Fleetguard Fuel Water Separator (Bin Loc 214C02) -- $15.00
C) Allison Brand Twin Fuel Filter Kit (Bin Loc 214C02) -- $40.00
D) Somfy HiPro Motors (PN F3100474) -- $300.00
E) 16” Rims for Travel Trailer, set of 4 (PN 16630201) -- $450.00
F) NEW Bose Lifestyle 50 Home Theater System (PN 16617416) -- $2,500.00
G) Pipe Insulation, various sizes (BIN 216A01) -- $85.00
H) Theater Seat Recliners (PN BR-001) -- $850.00
I) Set of Used Helmets, sizes Small and XL -- $30.00
J) Assorted Wheel Liners, Hubs, Hub Caps, Etc. – for more information see Parts
Department
K) RV Holding Tank, Approximately 80 Gallons (Ebay Pallette) -- $90.00
L) Sets of Specific Privacy Screens (BIN 213D01) -- $50.00 per set
M) Mor/Ryde Cargo Tray, Black 42” x 90” (PN CT60-4290AP/RACK 4) -$500.00
N) Kwikee Heavy Duty Battery Tray (PN 22901754) -- $130.00
O) Workhorse 6-Lug Brake Rotors (PN S01806712) -- $75.00 per rotor
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Places to Go, Things to Do
Fundraiser at Alliance Coach
Florida Folk Festival,
May 23- 25
At the Stephen Foster Folk Culture
Center State Park, along the banks of the
historic Suwannee River in White
Springs, Florida, folk artists have
gathered together since 1953 for what has been called
“Florida’s Best Cultural Event.” In 2011, the festival was
recognized by the Southeast Tourism Society with the honor
of being a “Top 20 Event” in the southeastern United States.
On April 17 Alliance Coach of Wildwood had a
Cup Cake Contest to raise money for the Todd
Hensley fund. With over 15 different types of
cupcakes to taste, our judges had to work for a
while to get through them all. The winner was
our receptionist, Ashley, pictured below. With
entry fees, cupcake sales and donations,
proceeds came to $450.00. Thanks to everyone
who participated, employees and customers
alike!
Three days of music, dance, stories,
crafts and food ranging from Irish
fiddle tunes to kumquat pie, reflecting
the lives of early immigrants and the
following generations of Floridians. In
jam sessions, demonstrations and workshops you can try
your hand at playing a mandolin, making a pine needle
basket, or even calling a square dance. Shop the wares
offered by traditional and contemporary craftsmen. Stay for
a dinner of real Florida food and a night of music.
Amish Chicken Casserole
Use a rotisserie chicken to get this casserole into the oven and on
the table quickly. Pair it with a side of veggies and you’ll have a
fantastic dinner on the table!
Ingredients
8 oz. medium egg noodles, uncooked
½ cup butter
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups chopped cooked rotisserie chicken
1 (4 oz.) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Cook noodles according to package
directions, drain and set aside. Preheat oven to 350° F. Melt butter
in medium saucepan over low heat; gradually add flour, stirring
until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add
chicken broth and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring
constantly, until mixture is slightly thickened and bubbly. Stir in
salt and pepper, set aside. Combine noodles, chicken and
mushrooms in a large bowl. Stir in sauce. Spoon mixture into
lightly greased baking pan, (9”x13”) and sprinkle with cheese.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
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YES, I’M A SENIOR CITIZEN!
I’m the life of the party…Even if it lasts
until 8 p.m.
I’m very good at opening childproof
caps...with a hammer.
I’m awake many hours before my body
allows me to get up.
I’m smiling all the time because I can’t
hear a thing you’re saying.
I’m sure everything I can’t find is in a
safe, secure place…somewhere.
I’ve found the good thing about
memory loss is that you get to meet
new people every day!