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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-06-2022, 06:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,892
Posted By Tigerfan1
I had a similar problem when we were in...

I had a similar problem when we were in Shipshewana, Indiana. It was really hot outside and the driver’s side rear jack wouldn’t completely retract. I called Stuart’s Repair Service in Elkhart and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-15-2022, 07:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 514
Posted By Tigerfan1
I changed the sink in our last coach which was a...

I changed the sink in our last coach which was a 2004 DS. There were four clamps holding the sink in place from the underside of the sink. Once those are removed I used a putty knife to gently pry on...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-23-2022, 09:46 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,120
Posted By Tigerfan1
I understand what your are saying about the cost...

I understand what your are saying about the cost but another consideration is corrosion in the battery bay. The original wet cell batteries in my coach made a mess out of my battery tray and corroded...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-23-2022, 09:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 817
Posted By Tigerfan1
On my 2016 DS with Flexsteel recliners I had one...

On my 2016 DS with Flexsteel recliners I had one recovered. If you flip the recliner over and lift the skirt in the back you will see / feel black clips on the bottom of recliner back that need to be...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-24-2022, 01:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 447
Posted By Tigerfan1
Yes. Thought he was doing the coach batteries....

Yes. Thought he was doing the coach batteries. Didn’t read his post very well.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-22-2022, 04:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 447
Posted By Tigerfan1
Disconnect the positive cable from the inverter...

Disconnect the positive cable from the inverter to the batteries first to prevent damage to your Magnum inverter. Use something like a old section of rubber hose taped on the end of the positive...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-07-2022, 05:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 339
Posted By Tigerfan1
Check the circuit breakers on the front of the...

Check the circuit breakers on the front of the generator to make sure they are in the on position.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-16-2022, 01:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,213
Posted By Tigerfan1
Add a biocide to your fuel to prevent algae from...

Add a biocide to your fuel to prevent algae from growing in your tank and clogging your fuel filters. I would also add a fuel stabilizer.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-11-2022, 06:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 926
Posted By Tigerfan1
I use Turtle Wax liquid rust remover and polish....

I use Turtle Wax liquid rust remover and polish. Will remove the rust but not the pits. Rust will eventually return. Looks good for a couple months. A permanent solution would be to replace it with...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-15-2022, 06:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 453
Posted By Tigerfan1
Well I searched this site ( which I should have...

Well I searched this site ( which I should have done before I asked this question) and found that this particular dometic toilet has a bolt spacing of 7 1/2 inches instead of the standard 5 1/2...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-15-2022, 05:38 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,639
Posted By Tigerfan1
Mobile Rv truck mechanic changed mine two years...

Mobile Rv truck mechanic changed mine two years ago for $120. He was in our park doing an oil change. Came over when he finished the oil change. Took about 30 minutes.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-15-2022, 05:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 453
Posted By Tigerfan1
Dometic toilet seat

I need to replace the toilet seat on our Dometic 8700 series master flush toilet. Has anyone found a different brand replacement seat that would fit.?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-24-2022, 01:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 452
Posted By Tigerfan1
Under-slide led lights.

My kitchen and bedroom under-slide led lights don’t work. Sometimes the bedroom slide lights come on but the kitchen ones never work. Not sure if they ever worked correctly as I have never used them...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-12-2022, 08:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,682
Posted By Tigerfan1
Nice of you to help Justin.

Nice of you to help Justin.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-09-2022, 08:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 415
Posted By Tigerfan1
Thanks guys. You were all right on. Popped the...

Thanks guys. You were all right on. Popped the breaker on the inverter. Now I can have my coffee. Thanks for the help.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-09-2022, 08:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 415
Posted By Tigerfan1
Lost power

We had a couple electric heaters going, the electric stove and turned on the coffee pot and everything went dead. I realize now we had too much stuff turned on even though we are on 50 amp. I am sure...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-21-2022, 09:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,233
Posted By Tigerfan1
Good information and write up as always.

Good information and write up as always.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-20-2022, 09:19 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,597
Posted By Tigerfan1
The answer to your question why would you carry a...

The answer to your question why would you carry a compressor is that on board compressor maxes out at 130 psi, my front tires require 125 psi. Takes forever for the onboard to top off the tires,...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-10-2022, 09:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,138
Posted By Tigerfan1
Not knowing your current draw when you are...

Not knowing your current draw when you are boondocking, make sure that your auto generator start is set properly. This will provide a back up until you become familiar with how much battery draw you...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-05-2022, 09:07 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,620
Posted By Tigerfan1
I removed all the bolts and applied blue loctite....

I removed all the bolts and applied blue loctite. I also used bright pink finger nail polish and applied this to each bolt (witness marks). Now I just do a visual inspection and can tell if the bolts...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-03-2022, 03:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 608
Posted By Tigerfan1
I had some engine work done at the Cummins shop...

I had some engine work done at the Cummins shop in Ocala. Speed sensor went bad. They did good work but pricey.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-02-2022, 11:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 838
Posted By Tigerfan1
Fairly straightforward to remove and install on...

Fairly straightforward to remove and install on new tow vehicle. My original AF One is on its third vehicle. There are several you tube videos that may help.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-31-2021, 08:58 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,751
Posted By Tigerfan1
One way to check if the weep holes are the...

One way to check if the weep holes are the problem is to temporarily cover them with electrical tape and take a test drive.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-27-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 431
Posted By Tigerfan1
Sometimes they use pull strings to release the...

Sometimes they use pull strings to release the locking mechanism.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-18-2021, 08:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 639
Posted By Tigerfan1
If you are on a Freightliner Chassis your...

If you are on a Freightliner Chassis your maintenance manual has very specific details of what service needs to be performed at certain mileage/ month intervals. Use that a a reference. Admittedly,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-06-2021, 12:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 533
Posted By Tigerfan1
Sorry, should have more thoroughly read your...

Sorry, should have more thoroughly read your question. I also replaced my chassis batteries. Found Freightliner to have very good prices.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-06-2021, 08:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 533
Posted By Tigerfan1
I replaced eight house batteries and all battery...

I replaced eight house batteries and all battery cables in my 2016 DS. If you do a lot of boondocking, Lifelines are very good but pricey. I used Duracell agm from Sam’s Club. $180 each. Made by East...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-03-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 947
Posted By Tigerfan1
Our driver and passenger seat started peeling so...

Our driver and passenger seat started peeling so we ordered covers from Sheepskin Express. Highly recommend them as they did a great job. Covers fit perfectly. Very good company. They wouldn’t charge...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-02-2021, 07:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,857
Posted By Tigerfan1
One tip would be to remove the screens on the...

One tip would be to remove the screens on the windows behind the televator to access the screws that bolt the tv to the televator. Use the up and down switch for the televator to jockey the tv so the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-01-2021, 06:48 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,485
Posted By Tigerfan1
Same here with the Dura Cell AGM. Good economical...

Same here with the Dura Cell AGM. Good economical choice.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-29-2021, 08:54 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 20,065
Posted By Tigerfan1
When I built my 36 x 48 (too short) pole barn,...

When I built my 36 x 48 (too short) pole barn, the cement guy said he would put in the floor heat tubing in the concrete for $3k. The other expense would be adding a small boiler or hot water...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-27-2021, 08:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,263
Posted By Tigerfan1
Congratulations. I have the same year and color...

Congratulations. I have the same year and color Dutch Star and same tow vehicle. Great coach. Welcome to the Newmar family.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-25-2021, 06:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,743
Posted By Tigerfan1
My wipers have a wide saddle mount. Have tried...

My wipers have a wide saddle mount. Have tried switching to the longest wiper Walmart has but the saddle was too narrow. Did you have that problem and if so what did you do?
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-17-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 903
Posted By Tigerfan1
Our coach is titled to an llc. We have Auto...

Our coach is titled to an llc. We have Auto Owners insurance on the coach and all our cars. Also have used Safeco.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-13-2021, 08:46 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,468
Posted By Tigerfan1
Azpete There seems to be some confusion in...

Azpete

There seems to be some confusion in this thread on the proper method to check the hydraulic fluid level in the reservoir with a coach that has hydraulic jacks and hydraulic slide. Could you...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-12-2021, 05:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 944
Posted By Tigerfan1
Care to share details on how you built your dust...

Care to share details on how you built your dust shroud. Thanks in advance.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-09-2021, 09:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 704
Posted By Tigerfan1
Nice job. Well written explanation of what you...

Nice job. Well written explanation of what you did. Thanks for taking the time to document your work and share with others.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-29-2021, 09:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,753
Posted By Tigerfan1
Sherwin Williams will custom make stain if you...

Sherwin Williams will custom make stain if you take in a door.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-29-2021, 09:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 857
Posted By Tigerfan1
On my 2016 Dutch Star the two rear roof drains...

On my 2016 Dutch Star the two rear roof drains are connected and drain on the passenger side. The duck bill on the driver side is for the screened cavity drain on the rear corner of the coach from...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-17-2021, 02:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,660
Posted By Tigerfan1
X2 on Lambright

X2 on Lambright
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-15-2021, 08:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,988
Posted By Tigerfan1
Lifeline are very good but somewhat pricey. Since...

Lifeline are very good but somewhat pricey. Since I don’t do a lot of boondocking I went with Duracell agm batteries from Sam’s Club. About $175 each and I couldn’t be happier with them. I was glad...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-31-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,615
Posted By Tigerfan1
I think you attached the wrong link.

I think you attached the wrong link.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-21-2021, 08:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,291
Posted By Tigerfan1
Yes it sits on the 5 inch rise with the back of...

Yes it sits on the 5 inch rise with the back of the sleeper sofa against the televator. My friend has a 2018 DS 4369 with the same set up.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-19-2021, 10:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 518
Posted By Tigerfan1
My 2016 Whirlpool was making a strange noise from...

My 2016 Whirlpool was making a strange noise from the fan in the freezer compartment. The noise was from ice build up around the fan. Repairman said I needed a new control board as the fridge wasn’t...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-14-2021, 03:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,336
Posted By Tigerfan1
Toyos. Many members of this forum use them.

Toyos. Many members of this forum use them.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-12-2021, 10:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,369
Posted By Tigerfan1
For your first oil and fuel filter change I would...

For your first oil and fuel filter change I would recommend you call Spartan or Freightliner ( depending which chassis you have) with your chassis vin and purchase a full set of filters. Then write...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-07-2021, 09:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 680
Posted By Tigerfan1
Nice job. I put in shelves also but didn’t think...

Nice job. I put in shelves also but didn’t think about one in the cord reel bay. Good idea.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-20-2021, 08:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,128
Posted By Tigerfan1
Check with Wood Design RV in Nappanee. They do...

Check with Wood Design RV in Nappanee. They do great custom wood work. Highly recommend them.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-08-2021, 07:36 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,545
Posted By Tigerfan1
The most significant piece of BS in this...

The most significant piece of BS in this discussion is your comment about diesel being cheaper now than before the pandemic.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-03-2021, 07:26 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 12,545
Posted By Tigerfan1
Not sure where you are buying fuel but in...

Not sure where you are buying fuel but in Michigan diesel is currently $3.25 a gallon. Bought it for under $2.00 a gallon in December of 2019.
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