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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-14-2024, 06:08 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,942
Posted By judgebobk
Coachnet is better.

No. Go with Coach Net. Much better option.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-14-2024, 06:08 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,942
Posted By judgebobk
No. Go with Coach Net. Much better optiin.

No. Go with Coach Net. Much better optiin.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-25-2024, 10:48 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,650
Posted By judgebobk
You're paying for the time so what's the harm?

You're paying for the time so what's the harm?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-25-2024, 10:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,650
Posted By judgebobk
My third coach from Newmar in 12 years and I've...

My third coach from Newmar in 12 years and I've seen their quality and service deteriorate.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-25-2024, 05:00 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,650
Posted By judgebobk
The question is as stupid as the new NO Weapons...

The question is as stupid as the new NO Weapons allowed signs on the door. Talking freely with the ser ice tech is a great asset to both. Some of us can add detail to their analysis of a problem....
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 02-11-2024, 06:59 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,259
Posted By judgebobk
We do it all the time. Long drive but not...

We do it all the time. Long drive but not difficult. Just don't stay in El Paso and travel thru it mid morning or mid afternoon.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-26-2023, 08:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,194
Posted By judgebobk
Just had in done at Newmar in December. 3 hrs at...

Just had in done at Newmar in December. 3 hrs at $175hr to analyze and replace and $525 for the motor. The gears break on them. 2019 DSDP 4369.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-26-2023, 08:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,194
Posted By judgebobk
I just had it done in December at the factory. 3...

I just had it done in December at the factory. 3 hrs to replace at $175hr and the motor was $525.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-16-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By judgebobk
Duane Miller thank you. You are correct. The...

Duane Miller thank you. You are correct. The camber changes in the deflated position.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-15-2023, 06:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By judgebobk
All steps followed and steering wheel free moving.

All steps followed and steering wheel free moving.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-14-2023, 03:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By judgebobk
Question Flat towing my 2021 yukon denali with air ride burning outside edge of front tires-HE

I'm flat towing my 2021 yukon denali with air ride. Front end aligned and camber checked. Can anyone tell me why the outside of the front tires are worn down after only a few thousand miles? Drivers...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-27-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 507
Posted By judgebobk
Testing final charge antifreeze on spartan

Does anyone know when the antifreeze on the spartan chassis have to be changed? Is there a tester for the final charge antifreeze?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-03-2023, 04:55 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,072
Posted By judgebobk
No quality in Newmar

I'm on my third Newmar coach first a Ventana and them a 2016 Dutch Star now a 2019 Dutch Star. Each coach has been worst than the last. The 2019 we have now has been at the factory 4 times and going...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-29-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 306
Posted By judgebobk
Thanks. Great idea.

Thanks. Great idea.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-29-2023, 02:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 306
Posted By judgebobk
Sealevel guage panel location inside

I have a 2019 DSDP 4369 and I want to place second sealevel guage inside. Has anyone done it and where to place the second panel? I've had it with Newmar's tank guages that never read correctly.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-05-2023, 02:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 348
Posted By judgebobk
007 passed.

Great knowledgeable guy. Sad to hear.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-05-2023, 12:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 321
Posted By judgebobk
Keyless entry 2019 DSDP

Anyone know where tge keyless entry module is? Actuators work but keyfob doesnt.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-23-2023, 11:50 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,537
Posted By judgebobk
I never buy there.

I never buy there.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-13-2023, 07:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,212
Posted By judgebobk
Had this happen twice on our 2016 DSDP. I put in...

Had this happen twice on our 2016 DSDP. I put in a switch for the window on the driver's side. The switch is in the bay below the window. At least I can get in if it happens again.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-22-2023, 02:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,937
Posted By judgebobk
I use Blink. It's cheaper and works well. 3...

I use Blink. It's cheaper and works well. 3 cameras in my 43ft DSDP monitors temperature and watches the dog and alerts if a break in.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-14-2023, 10:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,848
Posted By judgebobk
I don't have bad luck. I have badly built...

I don't have bad luck. I have badly built coaches. I know and talk to dozens of owners each year. I also have a group with 250 DS owners and the have all had problems so if I want to project it's not...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-14-2023, 04:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,848
Posted By judgebobk
There is no build quality.

This is our third Newmar Coach. We had a 2014 Ventana a 2016 Dutch Star and currently a 2019 Dutch Star 4369. Each coach has be worse than the last with multiple quality issues. The 2019 being even...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-14-2023, 04:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,330
Posted By judgebobk
I dump my air and back out to give me clearance...

I dump my air and back out to give me clearance for the garage and always have brakes. Hold the manual dump while you pull in.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-16-2022, 05:28 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,380
Posted By judgebobk
Servicing the Oasis is simple and takes about 45...

Servicing the Oasis is simple and takes about 45 minutes. You all sound impressed with appearances rather than the substance of what is being done which is not much.
If your not a heavy user of...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-04-2022, 09:57 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,380
Posted By judgebobk
I'm on my third Newmar coach. One Ventana and two...

I'm on my third Newmar coach. One Ventana and two Dutch Stars. Total of over 100,000 miles of travel. I have service at Freightliner dealer. Oil and fluids check everything with filter $500....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-29-2022, 06:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,727
Posted By judgebobk
SEAFLO 42-Series Water Pressure Diaphragm Pump...

SEAFLO 42-Series Water Pressure Diaphragm Pump w/Variable Flow For Reduced Cycling - 12V, 3.0GPM, 55PSI

Finally found a quiet one for our 19 DS.
Forum: Just Conversation 10-30-2022, 04:09 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 10,752
Posted By judgebobk
Sorry to hear your story but I have a question....

Sorry to hear your story but I have a question. Why would anyone use a debit card? Seriously! What is the advantage when you can get 2% for using a credit card?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-19-2022, 07:11 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,302
Posted By judgebobk
You mean after three Newmar coaches and over a...

You mean after three Newmar coaches and over a million dollars spent I don't get to cry a little??????
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-18-2022, 04:56 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,302
Posted By judgebobk
Exactly what I've been saying and why we're done...

Exactly what I've been saying and why we're done with Newmar. I spoke to the same dip stick girl. She has no clue what she's talking about.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-16-2022, 12:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 336
Posted By judgebobk
Air force one and 21 Yukon.

Trying to put a tow hitch and air force one braking system on a 2021 Denali Yukon. I'm being told the brake pedal stem is curved and won't accommodate The AFO actuator.
Can anyone advise?
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-14-2022, 04:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 980
Posted By judgebobk
That's 2021 Yukon Denali.

That's 2021 Yukon Denali.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-14-2022, 03:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 980
Posted By judgebobk
Rusty I'm now in the process of hooking up a 31...

Rusty I'm now in the process of hooking up a 31 Yukon Denali. I have an air force one system already and want to put it on the Yukon but I'm being told there is not enough room under the dash and the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-25-2022, 02:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,447
Posted By judgebobk
Used Blue Beacon in El Paso TX. They damaged our...

Used Blue Beacon in El Paso TX. They damaged our new coach which I caught and they denied liability. Their corporate mantra is "Deny Deny Deny". Ok trucks but not good for anyone who cares about the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-04-2022, 09:51 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,239
Posted By judgebobk
If you are in a brand new unit think about...

If you are in a brand new unit think about outgasing from glues and other material.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-05-2022, 03:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,973
Posted By judgebobk
Same thing happened to me. It was the power cord...

Same thing happened to me. It was the power cord reel that was defective. It breaks contact with shore power tripping your generator.
I also had voltage drops on another coach at the shore post in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-18-2022, 01:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,773
Posted By judgebobk
I have a 2021 Yukon also. I was wondering if you...

I have a 2021 Yukon also. I was wondering if you ever found out why the battery has to be disconnected? Wonder how it would affect the Air Force One braking system?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-19-2022, 04:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,171
Posted By judgebobk
We have owned three Newmar Diesels and have to...

We have owned three Newmar Diesels and have to say that each one has been more problematic and lacking in quality than the last.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 04-17-2022, 03:11 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 16,048
Posted By judgebobk
You might be at fault for not letting him merge.

You might be at fault for not letting him merge.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-05-2022, 03:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,266
Posted By judgebobk
Fuel door

Dutch Star Don Is right, Newmar will not repaint the fuel door or the hose compartment door. I tried.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-10-2022, 02:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 515
Posted By judgebobk
The other option is ordering a new door and...

The other option is ordering a new door and surround but paint is an issue. I believe if there is a small pin it fell out and only a spring is left.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-09-2022, 03:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 515
Posted By judgebobk
Drain hose door problem

Anyone have a repair for the hose drain door on a 2019 DSDP? Plastic that holds the door in place broke off. 358736358737
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-06-2022, 03:14 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,036
Posted By judgebobk
Garmin. I've tried them all. Get the garmin rv...

Garmin. I've tried them all. Get the garmin rv unit.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-02-2021, 06:43 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 12,662
Posted By judgebobk
WD 40 is most definitely a lubricant and should...

WD 40 is most definitely a lubricant and should not be used as such. It is a solvent. This is one of the first things I learned in the courses for my FAA engine repair maintenance license.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-15-2021, 04:24 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,950
Posted By judgebobk
Known issue with the material. Just had mine...

Known issue with the material. Just had mine replaced. Newmar should cover the cost.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-15-2021, 04:20 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,897
Posted By judgebobk
I've had three Newmar diesel pushers since 2014...

I've had three Newmar diesel pushers since 2014 and each has been worse than the last. Quality control and cheap parts and fast assembly plague the company.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-30-2021, 04:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,322
Posted By judgebobk
Thanks Don. I wish you would join our Dutch Star...

Thanks Don. I wish you would join our Dutch Star group on MeWe. We could use your input.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-30-2021, 02:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,322
Posted By judgebobk
Chassis Batteries

Can anyone recommend replacement chassis batteries for my 2019 DSDP with Spartan Chassis?
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-30-2021, 02:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 697
Posted By judgebobk
New Chassis Batteries

Can anyone recommend replacement chassis bAtteries for my 2019 DSDP with Spartan Chassis?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-25-2021, 04:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 375
Posted By judgebobk
Dead Chassis Batteries

Leaving for factory Sunday so prepping the coach. Went to start and batteries were dead. The coach is plugged in with inverter off and charger on. I started the coach with the house batteries but...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-16-2021, 07:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,562
Posted By judgebobk
Bad idea. Let the hydraulics run as intended.

Bad idea. Let the hydraulics run as intended.
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