Newmar Dutch Star-3126 Cat Electrical Issue

[waybuzd]

I have a 2001 Dutch Star with a 3126 Cat in it. Recently I have had a recurring issue of all the gauges on the dash going dead and the idiot warning lights flashing in a counter-clockwise pattern. There is no change in performance. To reset the dash, I have pulled to a safe location and simply set the air brake which seems to reset everything. It is an intermittent problem. I checked grounds and power supply to the dash fuse block. I really havent had a chance to investigate it much more. Does anyone have any ideas or similar instances of trouble?

Thanks, Gary

[REWahoo]

Waybuzd, I've had issues with erratic readings on my air pressure gauges (bad solder joints in the VDO), but nothing effecting the other gauges or warning lights as you describe. I agree it sounds like a bad ground somewhere and I'd continue looking in that direction.

[waybuzd]

Thanks...I hate electrical problems.

[RV Wizard]

waybuzd, welcome to iRV2.com. We are glad to have you join us here.
If you have not checked the main ground cables, I would suggest you do. Check at the battery bank, frame, transmission and motor. You can always add a new ground as you cannot have too many. After that, make certain the ignition switch connection is good and that you do not have a big heavy wad of keys hanging on the ignition key. Good luck and keep us posted.

[Fred Cooper]

The condition of "the idiot warning lights flashing in a counter-clockwise pattern." is indicative of low voltage. Besides checking grounds, etc as posted above, it might be worthwhile to check alternator output.