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Forum: Cummins Engines 09-11-2020, 11:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 836
Posted By Billythedog
Sorry, I sent my reply to the forum, not directly...

Sorry, I sent my reply to the forum, not directly to you. It was the Service Engine not the Check Engine??? I have driven it since and it will come on for a short period of time then turn of for...
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-29-2020, 08:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 836
Posted By Billythedog
It was the "Service Engine" light.

It was the "Service Engine" light.
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-26-2020, 04:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 836
Posted By Billythedog
Service Engine Light

I had intermittent Service Engine light on, took it to my Cummins certified shop, had all service work completed i.e. oil change, fuel filters etc. Mechanic said light remained on, recommended...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-14-2019, 12:31 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 22,001
Posted By Billythedog
Going on 75 YO and no plans to slow down. Drive...

Going on 75 YO and no plans to slow down. Drive a 39' Dutch Star with tow; usually route big cities on Sundays for reduced traffic and less stress!
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-08-2019, 11:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 954
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks, our current plan includes staying at...

Thanks, our current plan includes staying at Lemon Cove for Sequoia NP and Kings Canyon NP traveling to Oakhurst for Yosemite; which would have us traveling 49 towards 50 and Lake Tahoe. We will...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-08-2019, 11:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 954
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks Bob, the information provided is very...

Thanks Bob, the information provided is very helpful particularly the route recommendations. The most challenging aspect of RV travel is not knowing which roads are accommodating of MHs.
Wish you...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-04-2019, 08:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 954
Posted By Billythedog
Mid March CA Travel Sierra Nevadas

We plan to travel up the west side of the Sierra Nevada range visiting the Sequoia, King Canyon and Yosemite NP to Lake Tahoe. Does anyone have experience traveling that area in March; also...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-08-2015, 06:57 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,720
Posted By Billythedog
GPS Recommendations

Hi, we are about to purchase our first GPS device. We are looking at the Garmin, Magellan or Tom Tom. Any and all experiences with recommendations appreciated!

Thanks and safe travels!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-06-2014, 07:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,056
Posted By Billythedog
all sounds great! Thanks for some great tips!

all sounds great! Thanks for some great tips!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-12-2014, 09:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,056
Posted By Billythedog
2015 Discover Texas Tour

We are planning a trip to Texas this coming winter (Feb. - Apr.), our 2015 Discover Texas tour. We will be driving a 39' Newmar DSDP with towed vehicle. We are from MN and will be driving S (of...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-31-2014, 06:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,190
Posted By Billythedog
Full Body Paint

CDI, Forest City IA, indicated approx. $12,000 for our 39'
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-25-2014, 05:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,190
Posted By Billythedog
Best RV Paint Upgrade Services

We are on the tail end of our inaugural 2 month trip with our 2001 Newmar DSDP. We enjoyed the trip immensely and are now willing to invest in a body paint upgrade. We are seeking professional,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-03-2014, 11:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,143
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks! Lots of reading to do!

Thanks! Lots of reading to do!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-03-2014, 10:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,143
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks for the former thread link! I found just...

Thanks for the former thread link! I found just what I'd like with what "MuddyPaws" did. Will run this by the other half today! thank you both for your thoughts- really appreciate it!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-03-2014, 09:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,143
Posted By Billythedog
Can you change the tv mounting?

Hi! We have a Dutch Star class a with the tv mounted in a large box on the windshield. Like many people we hit our heads on it every so often and once is enough. I would like to take the box off and...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-17-2013, 09:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,092
Posted By Billythedog
Port Kimberling Marina and Resort

We stayed there in late October. Park is nice with roomy sites. It was very quiet as well! Highly recommend.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-08-2013, 08:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,741
Posted By Billythedog
Where to stop Vicksburg or Natchez MS??

We are beginning a two month southeast US tour, leaving from Hot Springs AR on or about February 2, 2014. Our first stop is scheduled to be either Vicksburg or Natchez MS then on to New Orleans. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-08-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,915
Posted By Billythedog
Nick, it is a fuel additive (both diesel and gas)...

Nick, it is a fuel additive (both diesel and gas) that claims to increase mpg, reduce carbon emissions and engine wear ??? More info is available at www.fueltour.com (https://www.fueltour.com) .
...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-04-2013, 08:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,915
Posted By Billythedog
XP3 Fuel Treatment

Does anyone out there have any experience, comments on XP3 fuel treatment. It claims to do a lot but need testimonies.

Thanks. Ron :rolleyes:
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-04-2013, 08:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,672
Posted By Billythedog
Diesel Additives

Thanks to all for the extensive feedback and discussion on fuel additives and moisture in the fuel. As I am storing my MH for 3 months in Arkansas, I filled the tank and added Howes Diesel Treatment...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-24-2013, 08:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,672
Posted By Billythedog
Sea Foam

A suggestion was made to use Sea Foam when storing our 01 DSDP, 330 Cummins (for approximately 3 months).

Thoughts or advice?

Thanks! :confused:

Ron
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-13-2013, 07:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 717
Posted By Billythedog
Arkansas Storage

Being a newbie this is the first winter we are experiencing and we live in No. Minnesota, where it does get cool and sometime with snow! Our plan is to, next week, drive our 01 DSDP to Arkansas and...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-05-2013, 08:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,891
Posted By Billythedog
Bronson Area RV Parks

Thanks for the great response and input on RV Parks in the Branson Area. The choice is difficult as there appears to be many nice parks. Has anyone had experience with the Waters Edge on Table Rock,...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-01-2013, 07:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,891
Posted By Billythedog
Branson MO RV parks

I am heading down (from Northern MN) to Branson MO in late Oct. Any suggestions on best RV parks? Not soo good RV parks??

Thanks!

Ron:wavey:
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-01-2013, 07:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,384
Posted By Billythedog
Recommendations for toad tail lights

We are setting up our 2004 Chev Tahoe to be towed behind our 2001 DSDP. Are there any recommendations on the best wiring / lighting system I've read about several options including splicing into...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-29-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 753
Posted By Billythedog
Temporary RV Storage MO or AR /Travel ideas

We live in northern MN and wish to move our MH (38' DSDP) south (below the historic snow line) sometime in mid October. We would then pick it up in mid January for a 8 week tour of the SE (New...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-28-2013, 09:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,549
Posted By Billythedog
Battery Charging

Hi, as a new DSDP (01) owner I am continually learning what and how to take care of it (which is a lot). Question: we use the MH on an intermittent basis, i.e. a week on the road, two weeks at home...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-08-2013, 01:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 930
Posted By Billythedog
Changing Black Water Valves

I have had a small leak in my black water valve, so I attempted to replace it with a new valve. It leaked as well; my guess is that the rubber gasket did not seat properly so I removed it, wiped it...
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-08-2013, 10:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,885
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks for that tip! I will be checking the...

Thanks for that tip! I will be checking the filters this weekend (the MH is in a park 140 miles from where I live) and will bring several filters and some Biobar. Does the ambient temperature have...
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-05-2013, 12:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,885
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks for the tip. Do you know what additive is...

Thanks for the tip. Do you know what additive is recommended?
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-01-2013, 08:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,885
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks to all; I now have an expanded list of...

Thanks to all; I now have an expanded list of engine checks to monitor. I also have the manuals to review.

Happy trails to all!
Forum: Cummins Engines 06-19-2013, 08:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,885
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks to all .... I thnk I have discovered my...

Thanks to all .... I thnk I have discovered my problem i.e. I was running the tranny fluid a little warm, probably in the area of 180 to 190 F. Today I monitored the temp and kept it at or below 175...
Forum: Cummins Engines 06-19-2013, 07:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,885
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks Mark, I've monitored the temp gauges and...

Thanks Mark, I've monitored the temp gauges and nothing is our of the ordinary; I'll check the overflow tank as you mentioned. I check the oil daily and all is ok there??? It does appear to be a...
Forum: Cummins Engines 06-18-2013, 09:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,885
Posted By Billythedog
Intermittent Red "Stop" warning light

I have recently purchased a01 DSDP, 330 Cummins engine; concern, driving from Seattle to MN (currently in Medora ND), today, the red "Stop" light come on several times as we were going up mountain...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-04-2013, 08:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,677
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks, I appreciate your input. Ron

Thanks, I appreciate your input.

Ron
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-02-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,677
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks Charlie, will do. We are in the hunt for...

Thanks Charlie, will do. We are in the hunt for authorized Spartan repair shops.

Have a great day!

Ron, Karen and Billy the Dog (leader of the pack)
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-02-2013, 07:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,677
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks Dave, I am not in possession of the MH...

Thanks Dave, I am not in possession of the MH yet, will be picking it up on June 10th in Pasco WA and driving it to Seattle then to Grand Rapids MN. The former owner has reportedly placed the rod...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-02-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,677
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks Steve, you are correct the rod is on the...

Thanks Steve, you are correct the rod is on the left rear. It appears that they are rubber ended and secured by a hose clamp. A recommendation was made to have the rubber replaced, of which I will...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-01-2013, 08:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,677
Posted By Billythedog
Rear Air Bag Adj Rod 2001 DSDP Spartan Chassis?

We have just purchased a 01 DSDP with a Spartan chassis. The former owner indicated that he did have a problem with the rear air bag adjusting rod (I am not certain of the technical...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-10-2013, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 643
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks Rick, we will do a bit more research. I...

Thanks Rick, we will do a bit more research. I had not heard of Coach Net so thanks a bunch for the tip!

Ron
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-10-2013, 11:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 643
Posted By Billythedog
New MH Owners Need Advice

We are new Newmar Dutchstar owners and ready to hit the road. First trip will be from Pasco WA to Seattle to MN (Grand Rapids) in mid June. We are considering purchasing Good Sam Road service Plan...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-09-2013, 11:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,196
Posted By Billythedog
tahoe towing

We have recently purchase a DutchStar with a 330 Cummins with Blue Ox tow bar; we have a 2004 Tahoe; is it possible and safe to tow the Tahoe with the engine we have?

Apologize for butting in on...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-01-2013, 01:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,336
Posted By Billythedog
Thank you! We have heard that the Jeeps are great...

Thank you! We have heard that the Jeeps are great for towing - we looked at some many years ago- over 10- and thought they were not that comfortable inside- have they gotten better over the years?...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-01-2013, 09:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,336
Posted By Billythedog
towable suv

I know this has probably been talked about ad nausem, but hoping to narrow down the discussion a little by asking is there an suv large enough to tow a 3000 lb boat itself but small enough to be...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-07-2013, 03:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 786
Posted By Billythedog
Thanks JC2, we did get a reasonable quote from...

Thanks JC2, we did get a reasonable quote from Blue Sky; we are in the process of our first MH purchase a 2001 DSDP. The current owner has a Good Sam extended service plan which is transferable at...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-07-2013, 01:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 786
Posted By Billythedog
Question Insurance Coverage Continued ...

Thanks to all that have responded to my earlier inquiry on Motorhome insurance; VERY helpful! New question:

Has anyone had experience with Blue Sky RV Insurance (Twin Peaks Agency, Fort...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-06-2013, 05:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,491
Posted By Billythedog
Rv Insurance

We are in the process of purchasing a used Newmar Dutch Star, are there any recommendations on Insurance Companies, and/or, extended service agreements?

Thanks!!!!!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-28-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,331
Posted By Billythedog
Replacing Furniture (recliner or sofa)

We are looking at purchasing a 2001 Newmar Dutch Star and may replace the chair with a recliner or second sofa. The door is on the front passenger side. I was informed that most furniture can be...
Forum: New Member Check-In 03-25-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 546
Posted By Billythedog
Aspiring RVers from the Northwoods (MN)

We are presently in the process of purchasing a 2001 Newmar Dutch Star (our first attempt at participating in the wonderous RV world) and will be looking for all sorts of input; i.e. where to go,...
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