Tom, Right or wrong here is how I do it.  When moving I use /m and when 
parked I use /the area I'm in such as /5 or /7.   Anyway that is my three 
cents worth.
Ed K7UC
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "T Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Thursday, March 20, 2008 8:37 AM
Subject: question about propper call sign designator when making HF contacts 
in RV


> Hi, all.
>
> To some, the answer to the following question may seem obvious, but based 
> on
> some questions and responses I got while on my extended RV road trip last
> Summer, the answer may not be so clear.
>
> What is the proper designator that I should be using with my call sign 
> when
> traveling in the RV?
>
> Originally, I had thought "mobile" or / M would be the best, since the RV 
> is
> a vehicle, and whether stationary or moving, I'm using my mobile set-up.
>
> However, while some agree with that designation, others have not, 
> suggesting
> that when I'm stationary, as in being camped somewhere, I should use
> "portable" or /p as my designator.
>
> Still others have said I need use no special designator at all.
>
> I just happened to think of this question this morning, and would be
> interested in anyone's thoughts.
>
> Thanks as always, and 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ
>
>