The Revcon Motorhome
The Revcon motorhome dates back to 1968, when a man named John Hall conceived the idea of a low-profile, front-drive coach with a lightweight aluminum monocoque body. This was not entirely a coincidence since John was the stepson of Wally Byam of Airstream Trailer fame.
Production started in Fountain Valley, CA, with the 1972 model using the Oldsmobile Toronado 455 engine and drive system. By the end of the 1970s, however, Olds had downgraded their drive systems, which were no longer suitable for motorhome use, so Revcon designed their own front-wheel drive system using the Chevrolet 454 engine. They also redesigned the nose of the coach at this time to the beautiful streamlined shape that was in use with minor variations until the end of production in 1989.
It’s not hard to imagine the impact these coaches had 20 and 30 years ago when they were so far ahead of all the competition that they still do not look outdated in today’s world.
Our Next Event
83rd FMCA Convention
March 22 – 24, 2010 in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Couldn’t make it to Bowling Green? Maybe Albuquerque would be a little closer for you to attend. Check back at a future date for dates and location of the Revconeers’ Pre-Convention Rally, prior to the Convention. For information about the Convention, information can be found in Family Motor Coach magazine later this year or at www.fmca.com.
If you’re interested in attending this event, contact the wagonmaster.