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GCWR

GCWR: Gross Combination Weight Rating. The maximum allowable weight of the combination of tow vehicle and trailer. It includes the weight of the vehicle, trailer/fifth-wheel or dinghy, cargo, passengers and a full load of fluids (water, propane, fuel, etc.).

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Potable

Potable: A liquid that is suitable for drinking.

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Full Timer

Full Timer: Some one who lives in their RV on a permenant basis.

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Class B RV

Class B RV: A type of RV manufactured by converting a van into a self-contained camper. Usually retains the dimensions of the van, though the roof may be raised to accommodate standing.

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Converter

Converter: Electrical device that can change AC electricity to DC electricity.

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AC

AC: Alternating Current electricity. Used for most household appliances.

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Dump Station

Dump Station: Any approved area where RV waste tanks may be emptied.

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Toad

Toad: (Towed) Vehicle that is towed behind an RV.

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Self-Contained

Self-Contained: An RV capable of supplying all necessary living accommodations including water, heat, sleeping, cooking and waste disposal.

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Boondocking

Boondocking: (Also Self-contained camping). Camping without use of external resources.

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Wannabe

Wannabe: (Want to be) Some one who wants to be a Full Time RVer.

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Generator

Generator: A device used for producing AC electricity. Consisting of a motor and an electrical generator and powered by gasoline, diesel or propane.

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Dingy

Dingy: Vehicle that is towed behind an RV.

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Escapee

Escapee: A member of the Escapee RV Club.

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RVer

RVer: Any person who owns an RV.

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Inverter

Inverter: Electrical device that changes DC electricity to AC Electricity.

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Black Water

Black Water: Waste from the toilet.

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Class C RV

Class C RV: A type of RV manufactured on a cut-away van chassis. Distinguished by the sleeping compartment over the van cab.

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RV

RV: Recreational Vehicle.

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Gray Water

Gray Water: Waste water from sinks and drains, may contain soap and food particles.

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Genset

Genset: See Generator

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Diesel Pusher

Diesel Pusher: A motor home, typically Class A, that is powered by as Diesel Engine mounted in the rear of the RV.

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Fiver

Fiver: See Fifth Wheel.

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DC

DC: Direct Current electricity. Typically generated by vehicle alternators or solar panels. Used to power vehicle accessories.

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Fifth Wheel

Fifth Wheel: A type of RV that is pulled by a pick-up truck using a trailer hitch mounted in the truck bed.

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Workamper

Workamper: Any person who makes a living while camping (or RVing). Work may or may not be at a campsite.

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Class A RV

Class A RV: A type of RV manufactured on a large truck chassis. Distinguishable by the fact that the driving area can be accessed from the living space while standing.

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Shore Power

Shore Power: Electricity taken from a fixed, land based power source.

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GVWR

GVWR: Gross Vehicular Weight Rating. Maximum allowable weight of a trailer, fully loaded with cargo and fluids.

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SKP

SKP: See Escapee

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GAWR

GAWR: Gross Axle Weight Rating - The manufacturer´s rating for the maximum allowable weight that an axle is designed to carry.

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GTWR

GTWR: Gross Trailer Weight Rating. Maximum allowable weight of a trailer, fully loaded with cargo and fluids.

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