Northern Wholesale Supply

2012 RV Super Show

Posted on: December 23rd, 2011

It’s Showtime!

I know it is sometimes hard to get overly excited about the RV industry on a freezing cold January day but this is one of the most exciting times of year for us at Northern Wholesale Supply. It’s SHOWTIME! Once again, Northern Wholesale Supply RV Super Show will be held at the world class Event and Convention Center at Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Red Wing, MN. This year’s SUPER SHOW will include over 100 dedicated RV and Trailer industry manufacturers featuring the latest new products, store displays, sales and merchandising techniques and service information. Plus the best pricing of the year!

To learn more about our 25^th Annual Supershow please click the informational PDF files below:

If you are already a dealer of ours please contact your sales representative immediately (space & time is running out) if you are interested in attending. If you are not yet a customer of ours – first off all why aren’t you? Secondly, I’m sure you want to know more about how you can get invited to this yearly RV industry extravaganza let us know – we would love to make you part of the Northern Wholesale family.

Happy Selling,

Dan Harris

dan@northernwholesale.com

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EXT3000

Posted on: November 3rd, 2011

Power Up to Your Dependable, Long Lasting RV Power Solution

EXT3000 Series

MODELS

EXT3000 Inverter Generator

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2800 Watts Maximum, 2600 Watts Continuous Output
Capable of handling the power demands of most RVs along with air conditioning units. Features both 20 amp and 30 amp receptacles.

EXT3000P Parallel Ready Inverter Generator

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2800 Watts Maximum, 2600 Watts Continuous Output. Parallel Ready
Team up two EXT3000P inverter generators using the optional Parallel Kit to power the largest of RVs. Contains a 20 amp duplex receptacle.

EXT3000P Parallel Kit

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Boost your power! Combining two EXT3000P provides up to 5000 Watts of peak power with 4600 Watts of continuous power.
Features both 20 amp and 30 amp receptacles. Generators and Parallel Kit sold separately.

FEATURES

Highest power to weight ratio on the market, weighing only 70 lbs.
Energy-efficient on demand power delivery
Pull-out handle and wheels for easy transport
10-hour run time with variable throttle
Compact size of 21″l x 22″h x 12″w
Includes: 12 Volt charger, 2 keys and tool kit
One Year Parts and Labor Warranty

STARTING FEATURES

Electric key turn
High Output Capacitor Discharge Ignition
Back up pull cord

POWER MODES

Economy – lighter loads
Full Power – heavier loads

APPROVALS

EPA 2012 compliant
California C.A.R.B. compliant
Campground approved

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Type: 4-stroke, OHV, 1-cylinder
Displacement: 150CC
Compression Ratio: 9.2
Engine Speed: 5000RPM (ECO switch off)
Cooling System: Forced air cooling
Ignition System: Capacitor Discharge
Oil Capacity: .87 quarts
Fuel Tank Capacity : 1.9 gallons
Spark Plug: A6RTC
Noise Rating: 58 Db

Need some additional information?

Download a Sales Brochure

PreSales & Information from Extreme Max
651-357-1861
www.extrememax.com

Technical Support from Extreme Max
877-407-1457
service@extrememax.com

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Advertising Opportunities

Posted on: September 7th, 2011

Believe me when I tell you we know how busy you are this time of year – we are too. It is hard enough to find time to eat lunch on these crazy summer days let alone think about advertising and marketing for next year. That is why we have made it simple and pain-free to take advantage of two easy but valuable parts department marketing opportunities for 2012.

2012 RV/MH Parts & Accessories Catalogs (retail)

Our first and most popular advertising tool is our parts catalog. Our full color catalog contains of over 800 pages of top quality Recreational Vehicle (RV) and Mobile Home (MH) products from industry-leading manufacturer’s including A&E, Dometic, Norcold, Reese, Tekonsha, Thetford, Winegard, and many more!

Here is how it works: 1.You pick from one of the four custom catalog cover photos that best fits your business. 2. Next you send us your business logo and art work which we integrate into the cover design. 3. Finally, you tell us how many you would like us to print. (Simple – right!)

In January 2012 you will have your personalized Retail catalog to give out to your customers. I’ve heard from many dealers that have great success by placing a catalog in every new/used RV sold. Their customer love to flip through their RV “wish-book” on those rainy camping days. These same customers will come into your store with a “shopping” list complete with part numbers – making for a smooth quick transaction. (Effective – right!)

Simply put we want you to use our book in your store. Because of this we are willing to work with you on your quantities and costs of these catalogs. We have created more price levels and greater discounts for your benefit. Please call your salesperson and we will get you into these books at a great price! (Cost efficient – right!)

2012 Customized Flyers

The other advertising opportunity that we have developed at Northern Wholesale Supply is the customized flyers. These flyers are created, customized, and personalized by Northern Wholesale Supply specifically for your business.

Here is how it works:1. Six times a year we develop a flyer showcasing seasonal, new, and innovative products. 2. Next we take your business information and retail pricing and customize the flyer to your specifications. 3. Finally, we can send you the copies to hand out in your store or you can send us your mailing list and we will have them sent directly to your customer. (Super – simple!)

Much like the cost of the catalogs your pricing depends on the quantity your order. So, please give your salesperson a call today to discuss options and pricing on these flyers.

More information

We have created some easy to follow documents to help guide you through the process of setting up your customized catalogs and flyers. Of course please work with your individual salesperson to ensure that all of the information is properly processed.

The first document (our “Media Kit”) is general information and options for both the catalogs and flyers. It can be seen here:

NWS 2012 RV and MH Media Kit.

The other two documents are the actual order forms for both the catalog and flyer programs. These are interactive electronic catalog & flyer forms that you can simply fill out, check boxes, save, and email back as an attachment. Or, if you are a little less tech-savvy you can print them out and fax them in. They can be seen here:

So, there you go. Two great, simple, and cost effective advertising opportunities brought to you by Northern Wholesale Supply. We are working hard to help be your full-service RV parts supplier. If there is anything else we can do please let us know. And, as always, thank you for your business.

Happy Selling, (and marketing)

Dan
Danh@northernwholesale.com

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We’ve got the POWER

Posted on: June 29th, 2011

I’ll be honest; the generator market has been a challenge for all of us at Northern Wholesale Supply. We have some issues with some units in the past and have worked hard to quickly resolve them to make sure both you and your customer are happy. However, with these bumps and bruises we have become smarter in all aspects of the market. We now have a better feel of what people want and how to provide it at a reasonable cost while maintaining quality and efficiency. All of this experience and education has lead to the development of the new Extreme Max Power Digital Inverter Generators! This is the answer to the question – what is the best value in a generator for me and my customer!

Here is a list of some of the features you asked for and how we delivered with these NEW units:

1. You and your customer wanted a compact, lightweight, generator but needed it to have as much power as possible. We did it. The Extreme Max Generator has the highest power to weight ratio on the market.
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- It weighs only 70 lbs and produces 2800 watts (maximum) and a continuous 2600 watts!
- It is a compact size: 21”L x 22H’ x 12”W
- It has a pull-out (luggage style) handle and wheels for easy transport and loading
- Multiple power modes: Economy – light lodes / Full Power – heavier loads
- 10 hour run time with variable throttle
2. You asked for a generator that starts quickly and effortlessly with a turn of a key. We did it.
- Electric key turn
- High output Capacitor Discharge Ignition
- Back up pull cord
3. You asked for the option of being able to hook two (parallel) generators together to produce almost double the power! We did it.
- When you purchase two of the EXT3000P (the P stands for parallel) and the optional Parallel kit you can boost your power! By combining the two you will get 5000 watts maximum and a continuous 4600 watts!
- Note: You cannot parallel the EXT3000 model you must have two of the EXT3000P for this option

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There you have it – All you asked for in a generator and more. We also have included a full 1-year parts & labor warranty from our unparalleled technical service department (1-877-407-1457 or service@extrememax.com ). See below for a full page advertisement that lists all of the engine specifications and other valuable information. Feel free to print this flyer out for a hand-out to all of your customers. Please contact your Northern Wholesale Supply sales representative for any and all questions (including great pricing) on these units.

Learn More…

Download the Extreme Max Power Generator Sales Brochure.

Happy Selling,

Dan
Danh@northernwholesale.com

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Education at Northern Wholesale Supply

Posted on: May 16th, 2011

Great Reception at King Controls

Northern Wholesale Supply is serious about RV parts education. We want to be your primary supplier for parts as well as information. This education is done in a few different ways. One way is that we offer multiple (vendor based) training sessions here at Northern Wholesale Supply – primarily during the slower times of the year. Usually, this is an all day event (with lunch provided) where you send your parts and / or service people to get information directly from the source – the vendor.

Plus, the annual Northern Wholesale Supply Super Show held every January (Next years dates: January 11th & 12th 2012) at Treasure Island Casino Red Wing, MN is a wonderful opportunity to gain industry knowledge from the many participating vendors. This is done in two ways. First, with a full day “dealer seminar” – the day before the show – in which some of our most popular vendors offer product and sales training to dealers about their products. Second, you also have the opportunity to visit with each vendor one on one at their particular booth.

Our sales department, also, works hard to stay educated to be able to answer your questions quickly and efficiently. We have a weekly “product” meeting in which we go over new products to the industry and any changes to existing ones. We also quite frequently get visiting vendors to come into Northern and give us hands on demonstrations & training. Finally, occasionally we get to take field trips to visit vendors first hand and learn about their company and the products they offer. Recently we took one of these trips to visit King Controls located in Bloomington, MN.

The first thing you notice when you pull up to the King Controls parking lot is that the south side of the building is full of plastic bubbles that house “testing” satellites dishes. Our tour guide and teacher for the day, Sean O’Neill – King Controls, explained that when they looked for a building to house their operation they had to be sure that it had a clear view of the southern sky (to ensure the best signal for their satellite systems).

The atmosphere at King Control is clean, bright, and fun. We were exposed & educated on a number of products that we are supplying at Northern Wholesale Supply. Sean put on a number of hands on demonstrations to let us see his products in action. One such demonstration was the Jack antenna. Using simply the Jack Antenna, the Surelock signal finder, and a small TV he was able to get a large number of quality picture TV channels for free.

Here is a link to the product information sheet on the Jack & Surelock as well as a product training presentation on free digital TV reception:

The Jack product information

Surelock product information

Simplified Digital TV Reception – product training

A second demonstration Sean put on was for their product called Dome Magic. This product blew me away with its performance. We took a dish outside and sprayed it with a garden hose to simulating rain. The signal immediately dropped from the mid 90% reception down to the 40-60% range. Then we wiped off the dish, sprayed a coat of Dome Magic and repeated the test. To my shock the signal stayed in the high 80’s low 90’s range. If I hadn’t been there and saw it with my own eyes I wouldn’t have believed it. Take it from me Dome Magic works and you should be selling it to everyone with a dish.

Here are our part numbers for Dome Magic:

0112.9779	0112.9782

We continued our education by going over the other items offered by King Controls. We talked of the portable satellites – VuQubes, Roof mount Satellites w/ integrated off-air antenna features– King Dome Air, and finally we were given some insider information on what might be coming down the road in Satellite & off-air technology (sorry can’t spill the beans – top secret!). Here is more information and links on these products as well as general information on King Controls:

Click link to learn about the VuQube – portable satellites:
http://www.kingcontrols.com/vu_qube/vuqube.asp

Click link to learn about the King Dome-Air roof mount satellites:
http://www.kingcontrols.com/king_dome/

Click link for King Controls Web-Site:
http://www.kingcontrols.com/

All of us at Northern Wholesale Supply would like to thank everyone at King Controls for letting us infiltrate their company and giving us a day of training, education and fun. If you have any questions or would like to get pricing on any of the items I have mentioned from King Controls please contact your Northern Wholesale Supply sales representative. Plus, if you are ever going to be in the neighborhood of King Controls (Bloomington, MN) and would like to stop by for a visit let us know and we can see what we can arrange.

Dan
Danh@northernwholesale.com

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Northern Wholesale Supply & Mor/ryde

Posted on: April 25th, 2011

Smoothing out the rough spots

Northern Wholesale Supply is proud to announce a new partnership with MOR/ryde International – www.morryde.com. This relationship gives Northern Wholesale Supply the opportunity to supply you with the full line of quality products & accessories from Mor/ryde.

You know the name Mor/ryde from their years of manufacturing high-performance, patented suspension systems for O.E.M. applications, utilizing their unique rubber in shear spring design. They continue to be the primary name when it comes to O.E.M suspension.

Mor/ryde’s success in the O.E.M market has lead to a natural progression to aftermarket. The last three years has seen an aggressive growth by Mor/ryde to expand their offerings and meet the needs of the aftermarket customer. There are four unique areas where they have concentrated their growth:
1. Rubber Pin Box Systems, 2. Suspension Systems, 3. TV mounts, & 4. Sliding Trays.

1. Rubber Pin Box Systems

www.morryde.com/php/products/pinbox/index.php

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The Mor-ryde pin box system is simple, well built, and does was it is suppose to do – makes your tow stress-free. They use a unique rubber shear spring technology that absorbs shock without the worry of air or maintenance.

Here is a picture of the strong rubber shear spring (the shock absorber):

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Click here to see it in action:

www.morryde.com/php/products/suspensions/animations/pin_box.html

When you replace your existing pin box with the shock absorbing Mor-Ryde model you get:

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Please call or contact your Northern Wholesale Supply sales representative for fit & pricing on these pin box systems.

2. Suspension Systems / Running Gear

It’s all about the travel

Whether you want to smooth out a rough ride or upgrade weak or aging parts Mor-ryde has the solution for your running gear needs.

Mor-ryde has two options for upgrading your standard stock equalizer that will improve your customers travel and thusly smoothing out their ride.

Option 1:

3SRE4000 Suspension.pdf

For your customers with larger mid to high end units (5200 to 7000 GAWR) there is the SRE 4000. It simply replaces their stock equalizer with a Mor-Ryde system that has 4” of shock absorbing travel. This increased travel means smoother towing, improved towability and better protection from damaging road shock. Furthermore, the kit comes with one cross-member brace to firm up their stock frame. This kit will ensure a smoother, stabile ride for your customer and a nice sale for your parts and service departments.

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Option 2:

MORryde CRE3000 Flyer.pdf

For your customer with slightly smaller or lighter units (3500 – 7000 GAWR) Mor-Ryde offers the CRE/3000 suspension system. It offers many of the features and advantages of the SRE4000 but at a slightly smaller scale. It offers 3 of suspension travel and a full 2 year warranty.

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Running Gear

In addition to the suspension systems Mor-ryde offers many running gear upgrades. Your customer can upgrade their stock inferior bolts, shackles, shocks, or u-bolts to the heavy duty long lasting Mor-ryde options.

It is no surprise that OEM’s sometimes use the minimum quality products in running gear shackles and bolts to save cost. This can compromise the safety and stability of your customer unit. For peace of mind offer your customers the wet bolt upgrade kit from Mor-ryde.

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www.morryde.com/php/products/aftermarket/wetboltkits.php

Furthermore, Mor-ryde has you covered when you need new u-bolts, shocks, or need to reinforce a less than solid frame. Click on the links below each picture to read about the products offered for their replacement.

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Running Gear By MORryde.pdf

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Running Gear By MORryde.pdf

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Please call or contact your Northern Wholesale Supply sales representative for our part numbers & pricing on these Running Gear Upgrades.

3. TV Mounts

www.morryde.com/php/products/TV_Mounts/index.php

The TV mounts from Mor-ryde were one of the most talked about new items at the Northern Wholesale Supply Supershow. The wide variety of fits, styles, and options make Mor-ryde the answer to the question on where to get your customer’s RV a quality TV mounts for a reasonable cost.

Whether it is a ceiling, wall, slide-out or vertical mount Mor-ryde has a solution for your customers needs. Here are a few examples from the more than 20 different options from Mor-ryde:

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Please call or contact your Northern Wholesale Supply sales representative for our part numbers & pricing on these TV mounts.

4. Slides & Tray

www.morryde.com/php/products/cargo_trays/index.php

Lastly, Mor-ryde has done with sliding trays what you and your customers have requested for years. They have done all the work. No more to buying & cutting lumber and messing with complex time consuming installations. The Mor-ryde sliding tray are fully assembled and come with the finished carpeted flooring included. Thanks Mor-ryde!

Here are some of the sizes and options:

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In addition to these cargo slides above Mor-ryde has models designed to fit your customers – freezers, Batteries, LP tanks, and also carry general purpose Utility Trays.

Please call or contact your Northern Wholesale Supply sales representative for our part numbers & pricing on these Storage sliding trays.

Northern Wholesale Supply looks forward to a long lasting successful relationship with Mor-ryde. Please let your Northern Wholesale Supply sales representative know if you have any questions on any of the products from Mor-ryde.

Dan
Danh@northernwholesale.com

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RV 2011 New Products Flyer!

Posted on: April 8th, 2011

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De-Winterizing

Posted on: April 6th, 2011

It’s coming. The busy season is right around the corner. While you’re planning your Open House this year don’t forget to spring forward your RV parts sales and service. This can be done with a simple shift of product, education, and some organization of some de-winterizing items & ideas.

Remember last fall when you set up your winterizing display? You took the time and effort to gather all of the pertinent products, add some signage, and show your customers how to properly put away their units for the winter. This work, hopefully, led to some parts sales and also some winterizing work for your service department. So, why not do the same for your customers when they take their units out for the spring – de-winterization

There are some products that are more obvious than other when it comes to setting your new section. My first thought when thinking de-winterizing is fresh water. It seems to me that winter is hardest on this area and its parts. Here is a list of items that you might include:

Fresh Water Sanitizers / Tabs / Dewinterizer (page 720 – RV Book)
Water heater items: Anodes / Drain Plugs / Relief Valves / Brushes (733-738 RV book)
Water Pumps (page 676-680 RV book)
Water Filters (page 701-709 RV book)
Water Hoses (page 716-717 RV book)
Service Special sign – Fresh Water (De-Winterize) rinse-out

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portable-water-pump

Another product line that can fit in your new de-winterization section is what I will call spring maintenance items. These are products or services that get your customer unit ready (and looking good) for the road. Here are those types of items:

(These items can be found in our RV book: pages 574-590)

Rubber Roof Cleaner / Protector
Awning Cleaner
Black streak remover
Wash / Wax
Service Special sign – Wheel Bearing Pack / Brake Inspection
Service Special sign – Roof treatment / reseal

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Finally, if you have room in your new section you might consider just a few of the most common “replaceable” parts that tend to break over the winter. You have them already in your store but moving them (or adding them) to a more visible area will help trigger your customer’s memory of things that they may have broken. Here are a few examples:

(These items can be found in our RV book: pages 610-675)

Baggage door clips (noggin savers)
Screen door latch
Door holdbacks
Rain spout gutters
Window crank knobs

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baggage-door-catch
screen-door-latches

When you put all of these items in one central location with the proper signage you have yourself a little “spring” profit center. Plus, it gets people excited for the upcoming year. So, plant the seed now in your customer’s minds and your parts and service sales will flourish – for the whole year. Let all have a great season.