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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-18-2023, 04:07 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 12,864
Posted By timekeeper
I decided to do the doors on my 2022 NA 3543 that...

I decided to do the doors on my 2022 NA 3543 that were hardest to shut even after adjustment . The doors I did were the wet bay, first forward door on passenger side and the door behind the passenger...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-13-2023, 05:35 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,624
Posted By timekeeper
On our traded 2018 3343 we had this happen once...

On our traded 2018 3343 we had this happen once while in our storage bay at home…no damage 👍 We then started our unplug ritual ( bay in front of pass rear wheel).
On our 3543 2022 plugs are in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-08-2023, 05:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,316
Posted By timekeeper
We have owned a 2018 NA 3343 till we traded it...

We have owned a 2018 NA 3343 till we traded it for our 2022 3543….have towed our Alumna open car trailer (1400lbs. )with our BMW X3 (4400lbs.) with both motor homes .
The 3543 is a dream …I can now...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-26-2023, 04:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,170
Posted By timekeeper
Ron is the best…plain and simple….been RVing for...

Ron is the best…plain and simple….been RVing for 35 years had many companies …he is easy and through..
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 06-28-2023, 06:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 326
Posted By timekeeper
Directions to Nappanee

Quick question please for my trip to Nappanee next week.
Coming from the East on Interstate 80/90, does someone have a favorite exit to go south into Nappanee.
Google is showing State Rt 15 south...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-23-2023, 07:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 390
Posted By timekeeper
Back flow preventers

I noticed on my 2022 NA there is now back flow preventers on the spigots in the wet bay.
Every time I finish rinsing a tank after dumping it using the spigot as the supply rinse water…when I turn it...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-29-2023, 07:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,715
Posted By timekeeper
WRONG You can go to regular cruise control set...

WRONG
You can go to regular cruise control set up in dash controls … every time you start up but mobileye 🤷
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-29-2023, 07:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 587
Posted By timekeeper
Shout Out to North Trails

I know everyone has there personal view of Newmar dealers and there service but I’m here to tell you my experiences with North Trails.
History first….
Purchased my first New Aire ( 2018 3343 ) ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-06-2022, 03:40 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,282
Posted By timekeeper
I was going to stay out of this but as I read all...

I was going to stay out of this but as I read all of the posts above I had to jump in.
Going to Gaffney has been a routine for our coaches since we have owned a Freightliner chassis ....3 coaches...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-14-2022, 06:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,006
Posted By timekeeper
New Purchase Issue.

Looking for advice…I went to see my new 2022 New Aire 3543 today for the first time.
It had been at the dealers that had lost power during the recent SW FL hurricane for over one week.
The AC...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-22-2022, 05:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,028
Posted By timekeeper
Hello Art, I have to say you have always been...

Hello Art,
I have to say you have always been there for any problem associated with Silverleaf on my 3343.
There has been some bumpy issues but overall I don't know what I would have done with out...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-13-2022, 06:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,028
Posted By timekeeper
I appreciate your response and insights. My...

I appreciate your response and insights. My history with my 2018 3343 makes me a bit paranoid of a faulty solenoid.
Originally no one knew what was happening when my water pump would go on randomly....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-09-2022, 09:18 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,574
Posted By timekeeper
I am in the Northeast….there are hardly any...

I am in the Northeast….there are hardly any Spartan dealers around here…just that alone has swayed me…I’m about to take delivery of my third Freightliner chassis…no issues.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-09-2022, 08:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,028
Posted By timekeeper
I was told by Newmar today that they no longer...

I was told by Newmar today that they no longer use the offending White Rodgers solenoid in the current New Aire.
The info I received from Silverleaf was the opposite..:banghead:
Oh well…when I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-09-2022, 08:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 618
Posted By timekeeper
Thanks for your advice…I get the idea of needing...

Thanks for your advice…I get the idea of needing to weigh the RV loaded…I’ve been there and done that previously…was just trying to get some experienced history on what others of the same model had...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-08-2022, 04:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 618
Posted By timekeeper
New Aire 2022 Tire Preasures

Could those owners of a 2022 New Aire on a Freightliner chassis share their tire PSI setting that have worked for them.
On my current 2018 NA I weighed it out and researched the tire manufacturers...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-08-2022, 04:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,028
Posted By timekeeper
New Aire 2022 Bridge Solenoid Problems

I have a 2018 NA 3343…..I am about to pickup my new 3543 NA in October.
The issue with the White Rodger original charge bridge in my current DP for those of us that bought the early NAs was...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-26-2022, 06:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 469
Posted By timekeeper
Wade made my bra on my New Aire. There offices...

Wade made my bra on my New Aire.
There offices are at the Lazy Day complex in the Tampa area.
813-626-8697…talk to “Kat”
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-25-2022, 08:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,870
Posted By timekeeper
I am 5'8" and a 28" inseam....while driving my...

I am 5'8" and a 28" inseam....while driving my 2018 NA I place the seat all the way forward..almost and the adjustable petals all the way back (towards the rear)...have not had a problem. Are you...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-25-2022, 08:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 908
Posted By timekeeper
Driving a Class A MH Around Atlanta

Hello All
Any help with your experience with driving a 37ft MH and Toad around Atlanta GA.
Coming from FL, Naples ...headed to Talona Ridge RV Resort East Ellijay, GA
Is it worth hitting Int.85...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-20-2022, 07:00 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 544
Posted By timekeeper
Newmar Dealer Raising Price on Special Order

I have had a coach on order since March and it recently came in to the dealer.
Received a phone call from my salesman who said the MSRP had gone up and I needed to give them more $$$$.
Yes, I had a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-21-2022, 04:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,155
Posted By timekeeper
What is my biggest concern is not the actual...

What is my biggest concern is not the actual driving differences…it is the relationship with Freightliner I have had for over 2O years driving there chassis’s.
As a home base in the Northeast there...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-20-2022, 04:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,155
Posted By timekeeper
Spartan vs Freightliner New Aire

Original owner of my 2018 -3343 New Aire.
I’m about to sign up for a 2022 3543 on my first Spartan chassis.
I have had several Freightliner chassis’s and have had a good relationship with Gaffney...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-30-2021, 02:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 944
Posted By timekeeper
I agree Overland is very good....I would add to...

I agree Overland is very good....I would add to the recommendations FCIS Insurance Co., Josh Pagel...they also specialize in RVs and are super 800-331-1520....you won't be disappointed with either....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-13-2021, 03:22 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,445
Posted By timekeeper
Correction: was told to check with jacks down NOT...

Correction: was told to check with jacks down NOT up.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-12-2021, 07:00 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,445
Posted By timekeeper
Be careful on checking the hydraulic fluid as...

Be careful on checking the hydraulic fluid as described above and it the manual.
I have a 2018 3343 and did as described to check the fluid level as above.
When everything was done and I put the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-29-2021, 04:27 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,709
Posted By timekeeper
Billboard

Thanks to everyone who responded to my questions…I sincerely appreciate your experience and advice.
I think I’m going to leave it off for now…I do fell it might of been to low but as stated above...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-27-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,709
Posted By timekeeper
Destroyed My Newmar Billboard Rock Guard Today

Today heading south in Virginia on 95 I totally destroyed my Newmar Rock Guard, details are boring.
The question I have for everyone is there anyone that has eliminated this piece for now and how...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-22-2021, 04:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,015
Posted By timekeeper
Thanks Bob…that’s exactly what I was looking to...

Thanks Bob…that’s exactly what I was looking to find out.
I appreciate your time needed to explain it.
Safe travels…
Marty
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-21-2021, 07:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,015
Posted By timekeeper
I have ordered new original replacements for my...

I have ordered new original replacements for my bad front and rear camera.
Was looking for someone who has done this and can give me some pointers on removing the originals. Thanks
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-20-2021, 10:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,015
Posted By timekeeper
New Aire Cameras install

Has anybody installed some factory replacement caress on your New Aire?
I have some bad ones and will need to replace them and would like to know how to do it?
Tried searching but keep coming up...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-21-2021, 08:50 AM
Replies: 611
Views: 91,977
Posted By timekeeper
Cummins Software Upgrade

I have a 2018 New Aire and because of the fuel rail recall I called Cummins the other day and was told it did not effect my unit. I was also told that there was another campaign that did effect my...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-21-2021, 08:51 AM
Replies: 611
Views: 91,977
Posted By timekeeper
My unofficial survey is by no means a pass for...

My unofficial survey is by no means a pass for what is happening out there....just a statement to what I found.

Looking at your statement ...if it was my coach I'd be looking at why you are going...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-21-2021, 08:31 AM
Replies: 611
Views: 91,977
Posted By timekeeper
After all of the extensive reading on this post I...

After all of the extensive reading on this post I decided to do my own research on the frequency of these failures as they relate to Freightliner .
Spoke to many Freightliner Oasis dealers both...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-11-2021, 06:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 257
Posted By timekeeper
Gray Tank Probe Troubles

I have a 2018 NA 3343.
I am having trouble with the Gray tank empty monitoring.
The tank itself works great but when it's emptied and flushed it takes the tank sometimes 30 minutes to show empty ??...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-10-2020, 09:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,515
Posted By timekeeper
This gets like an oil thread😂🤣 At our FPU our...

This gets like an oil thread😂🤣
At our FPU our tech advised us “ several times” to extend slides first while the suspension was fully aired up. Our unit has 2 hydraulic slides and one electric...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-10-2020, 09:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,106
Posted By timekeeper
Your really not giving us enough info to answer...

Your really not giving us enough info to answer that question accurately.
I will take a shot.
If you are not winterized and staying with the unit and Ossis on you should not have a problem. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-29-2019, 06:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,503
Posted By timekeeper
Mine is under the sink...track your water feed...

Mine is under the sink...track your water feed line back and I am sure you will find it.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-29-2019, 06:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 753
Posted By timekeeper
It is my understanding they reach a predetermined...

It is my understanding they reach a predetermined temp and stop heating.
Some owners keep them on all the time in severe cold temps in storage ect.
IMO I am 99% sure you did no harm.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-19-2019, 09:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,196
Posted By timekeeper
Try this temperature monitor if u need one. I...

Try this temperature monitor if u need one.
I have several including one in my RV parked in SC.
1/3 the price of the Temp Stick....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-31-2019, 03:01 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 14,148
Posted By timekeeper
The AC switches I am referring to are not air...

The AC switches I am referring to are not air conditioning.
On my Silverleaf panel they are the switches that turn on the hot water heating elements in the Oasis furnace (AC 1 & AC2 ) confusing huh....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-30-2019, 06:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,080
Posted By timekeeper
Having used it several times in very cold...

Having used it several times in very cold temperatures I might suggest the following:
If you are plugged in turn it on 10 hours approximately before starting. This helps the coolant get up to temp...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-30-2019, 06:11 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 14,148
Posted By timekeeper
So is the answer to the initial question...Do I...

So is the answer to the initial question...Do I need to leave my burner on to get heat in the basement if it goes below the snap on temp set or can I just leave the AC’s on and it will trigger the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-30-2019, 03:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 953
Posted By timekeeper
Leaving NA in possible freezing weather

Going to leave my NA plugged in for about 2 months ( November & December ) at Hilton Head Motorcoach Park with out me there.
Can any one recommend the settings on heat etc. I should use?
Should I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-22-2019, 07:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By timekeeper
To get heat that is not out of the conventional...

To get heat that is not out of the conventional dash Freightliner area you will have to turn on the furnace and call for it that way.
AC1& 2 are for hot water only and will not/ should not be used...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-22-2019, 06:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 918
Posted By timekeeper
Have no idea? You could ask Newmar or...

Have no idea?
You could ask Newmar or Silverleaf.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-22-2019, 08:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 918
Posted By timekeeper
This is a known problem by Newmar & Silverleaf. ...

This is a known problem by Newmar & Silverleaf.
Band aid fix:Remove the 2-5amp. Fuses behind the glass / plastic panel in driver side fuse panel. Fuses are labeled # 1 & 2 on the board closest to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-09-2019, 06:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,572
Posted By timekeeper
New Aire new issues.

I don't know if these issues have been covered before on this Forum as I could not find them in a search.

My coach has not been traveled since June, plugged in and left inside with just the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-27-2019, 04:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,086
Posted By timekeeper
[QUOTE=tom chelbana;4924134]To have a room to...

[QUOTE=tom chelbana;4924134]To have a room to meet for the irv2 Newmar forum members you will need to contact the NKK office and ask to have a seminar/gathering room. They will give you a room and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-23-2019, 01:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,086
Posted By timekeeper
We will be at the NKK International Rally...would...

We will be at the NKK International Rally...would enjoy meeting up with other IRV2 participants :thumb:
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