Pete’s RV Lifestyle Consultant Randy Murray provides step-by-step instruction for leveling a camper.  The 5-minute video covers all the basics including gauging slideout clearance, front-to-back & left-to-right leveling, and proper use of stabilizer jacks.

For his demonstration, Randy uses a Keystone Cougar Xlite 28RBS travel trailer.  However, his recommendations are applicable to pop-ups, expandable trailers and other tow-behinds.  Leveling a fifth wheel is essentially the same, but it uses landing gear jacks, and not a tongue jack to complete the job.

This How to Level Your Camper video on the Pete’s RV YouTube Channel is highly recommended for all RV owners for proper care of their unit.

Here are a few key takeaways from Randy’s demonstration:

• Evaluate campsite first for levelest footing and park accordingly
• Open slideouts before leveling left-to-right
  
• Use arm’s length to gauge appropriate clearance before opening slideouts
• A wheel leveler and chock ensures secure left-to-right leveling
• Adjust front-to-back leveling with the tongue jack (or the landing gear on a fifth wheel)
• Do not use stabilizer jacks to level a camper
• Lowering stabilizer jacks is a snap with a power driver and socket

All of the accessories used in the RV leveling video are available for purchase at the Pete’s RV Parts Store:

Stick-On Levels	Tri-Leveler	Wheel Chock	Power Tongue Jack

Feel free to contact Pete’s RV with further questions regarding leveling techniques, parts and accessories.

Cougar from Keystone RV Company leading the mid-profile fifth wheel class year after year is no fluke.  It is the result of a brand knowing how to build a winner!  Extreme attention is paid to Cougar’s construction, look and camp-ability.

From being zero degree tested for an extended camping season to the convenience and comfort of a queen-sized air mattress bed with built-in pump, the production team at Cougar thinks of everything.  Check out more of the award-winning features that come standard in most Cougar models!

Pete’s RV Center is a North American leader in Cougar fifth wheel sales. In addition to the tremendous standard options, we up the ante and outfit most models from the Pete’s RV Cougar fifth wheel inventory with a 15,000 BTU air conditioner, aluminum rims, and air sleeper sofa.  Now that’s something to sink your claws into!

A clear leader for more than a decade, Outback’s unofficial endorsement is the legions of owners loyal to the Outback name.  They’re happy to tell anybody that their family Outback offers more comfort and functionality than any other lightweight travel trailer in its class!

With recent innovations such as a molded fiberglass nose cap, vaulted ceilings and upgraded furniture, Outback further separates itself from the competition.  Couple these and many more features with Outback’s signature combination of solid ash interior doors, walnut and hazelnut cabinetry, and you’re home away from home may just be called, “home”.

The proof is in the quality of construction and ingenuity this Keystone RV Company brand puts into each and every floorplan.

To help showcase Outback’s excellence, Pete’s RV Lifestyle Consultant Chad Shepard hosts a two-part video on Outback Travel Trailer Features (using an Outback 298RE for his demo) with resident expert Randy Murray. Both segments are available on the Pete’s RV YouTube Channel.

Chad and Randy highlight many of the following Outback Travel Trailer features and options:

• Deluxe walnut and ash cabinetry
• King U-shape dinette, with 42” slide out drawer (most models)
• 36” flush floor slides
• Pre-drilled and screwed cabinetry
• Residential air bed sleeper sofa with storage drawer
• Pleated shades
• Vaulted ceiling
• 2 Full length wardrobes
• Recessed cubby storage w/110 volt 
  outlets
• Molded fiberglass front cap
• LED Hitch lights
• Angled Stabilizer Jacks

Other notable options that come standard in most of the Outback floorplans we carry at Pete’s RV:

In addition to complete features and specifications on all available Outback floorplans at PetesRV.com, be sure to take a look at Keystone RV’s equally impressive Outback Sydney Fifth Wheels!

North America’s number one selling fifth wheel for more than a decade, Montana believes the right inspiration leads you to achieve greatness whether you are vacationing, adventuring or just relaxing. See and you shall believe that Montana fifth wheels truly enable you to achieve all three–in luxurious fashion!  From their beautiful exterior lines and graphics to interior designs that floor all who enter, it’s no surprise why Montana Fifth Wheels continue to reign over the competition!

The proof is in the quality of construction and ingenuity this Keystone RV Company brand puts into each and every floorplan.

To help showcase Montana’s excellence, Pete’s RV Lifestyle Consultant Chad Shepard hosts a two-part video on Montana Fifth Wheel Features (using a Montana 3400RL for his demo) with resident expert Joe Vartuli. Both segments are available on the Pete’s RV YouTube Channel.

Chad and Joe highlight many of the following Montana Fifth Wheel features and options:

• Hickory cabinet doors and drawers
• Hickory stiles, end panels and crown molding
• Two high back recliners
• 35,000 BTU furnace with auto ignition and high capacity
  in-floor ducting
• Arctic Insulation Package
• Radiant technology roof, slide-out roof and front cap insulation
  (R-38 total)
• Arched stamped steel roof rafters
• Welded, aluminum framed walls, floors and slide-outs
• Extended Grab Handle
• High back desk chair with fold over step ladder
• Electric Fireplace
  
• Central vacuum
• Residential fixtures and accents
  

Other notable options that come standard in most of the Montana floorplans we carry at Pete’s RV:

In addition to complete features and specifications on all available Montana floorplans at PetesRV.com, be sure to take a look at Keystone RV’s equally impressive Montana High Country Fifth Wheels and Mountaineer Fifth Wheels!

Pete’s RV Info Blog Editor’s Note:  We received this very nice recap of the September 2011 Montana Owners Club (MOC) Fall Rally in Elkhart, IN.  If you are not familiar with MOC, I highly recommend checking out their website and becoming a registered member.  Dedicated to Montana, Montana High Country and Mountaineer fifth wheel owners, they have an incredibly active member forum and excellent RV resource sections!

As reported by Rich and Pat Labbe from Westford, MA:

We just attended the last event of the annual 2011 Montana Owners Club (MOC) Fall Rally–the ice cream social–hosted by the wagon masters.  For twenty-nine couples, it was their first national rally. There were ninety-three rigs in attendance–a new MOC record!   The weather brought lots of rain but that didn’t dampen attendee spirits at all.

As usual, Keystone Montana was very involved in the planning and execution of MOC events. They ran a driving school women and once again, no trucks or Montanas were damaged! Three new RVs were hooked up and the women drove, backed-up, hitched and unhitched the fifth wheels.  While the driving school was being held, factory tours were also being conducted.  There was lots of positive feedback on the new Montana 3402RL.

Seminars were held by RV vendors Norcold, Dexter Axel, Lippert, Dometic, Tredit, and MorRyde.  They provided a bunch of information, Rally Specials, and “good will” items.

The last of the raffle prizes were won tonight. Many items were donated by dealers and MOC members. The winner of the Pete’s RV Parts and Accessories Store gift certificate was Bob S. of Holly Springs, NC.

Thanks again to Pete’s RV for your contribution.

It’s no coincidence that year after year, Cougar is named the number one selling fifth wheel in North America.  Heck, it’s now to the point where you could say they are numero uno worldwide!

The proof is in the quality of construction and ingenuity this Keystone RV Company brand puts into each and every floorplan.

To help punch home Cougar’s sterling reputation, Pete’s RV Lifestyle Consultant Chad Shepard hosts a two-part video on Cougar Fifth Wheel Features (using a Cougar 293SAB for his demo). Both segments are available on the Pete’s RV YouTube Channel.

Chad highlights many of the following Cougar Fifth Wheel features:

• One Piece Dyed Front Cap
• Max Turn Technology
• Patented Hitch Vision
• Extended Hitch
• “Certified” Polar Package Plus
• Superior Pass-Through Storage
• Exclusive Cougar Command Center with E-Z Camp Cougar Remote
• 16″ Aluminum Wheels vs. Competitors 15″
• Extended Grab Handle
• Astro-Foil Insulated Floor (Part of the Polar Package Plus)
• Sidewalls with Block Foam
• Complete Entertainment System
• Standard 32″ LCD TV

Other notable features:

In addition to complete features and specifications on all available Cougar floorplans at PetesRV.com, be sure to take a look at Keystone RV’s equally impressive Cougar High Country Fifth Wheels and Cougar X-lite Travel Trailers and Fifth Wheels!

(Pete’s RV Info Blog Editor Note: The following press release was originally distributed by Keystone RV Company. Congratulations to Keystone and the Montana RV Division. We are proud to be selling your exceptional line of fifth wheels!)

GOSHEN, Ind. — For the 10th consecutive year, the Keystone Montana has been named the No. 1 retailing fifth wheel, according to Statistical Surveys, Inc. of Grand Rapids, Mich.

This is an accomplishment no other fifth wheel brand has ever achieved, said Aram Koltookian, Montana group general manager.

In a letter to Keystone, Tom Walworth, president of Statistical Surveys, Inc., wrote, “Statistical Surveys would like to congratulate the Keystone Montana Fifth Wheel for 10 years of maintaining the number one spot based on retail sales for 2010 year end. This is not a feat easily accomplished; we understand that in order to maintain this it is the result of a team effort.”

“The entire Montana team is looking forward to making it 11 straight in 2011,” said Koltookian. “We are grateful to our strong dealer network and loyal customers for Montana’s ongoing success.”

Koltookian said the Montana team is taking further steps to solidify the brand’s leadership, including:

* Introducing the industry’s first arched roof which runs the entire length of the coach and creates additional ceiling height and feeling of openness, especially in the bedroom.
* Giving customers the option of adding the Big Sky Package with full paint exterior to most Montana models.
* Continuing to innovate with new floorplans, like the 3625RE which features a convenient “breakfast bar” in the rear living room and the 3700RL with a full wall hallway/bedroom slide that is prepped for side-by-side washer and dryer.
* Ramping up production in their new plant which is significantly larger than the previous Montana production facility.

About Keystone RV Company

Keystone RV Company is one of the nation’s largest producer of travel trailers and fifth wheels, with manufacturing facilities at its headquarters in Goshen, Ind., and Pendleton, Ore. Keystone is a subsidiary of Thor Industries, Jackson Center, Ohio, the world’s largest manufacturer of recreation vehicles and a major builder of commercial buses.