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Posted By twojayhawks

I feel the same way. Had Freightliner chose OAT...

I feel the same way. Had Freightliner chose OAT for my chassis back in 2014 that would have been preferred. But since they didn't, changing to OAT is not worth it for me. I did change from SCA to...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-22-2024, 11:47 AM

Replies: 16

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Posted By twojayhawks

That's what I use as well. If you are like most...

That's what I use as well. If you are like most RVers you will not be taxing your coolant enough to ever need to add anything.

04-22-2024, 08:32 AM

Replies: 5

Seat covers?

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Posted By twojayhawks

If you seek the same fit your captains chairs...

If you seek the same fit your captains chairs came with you want to find out what brand of chair. Mine are Villa International so I had to go to them. That option is pricey at about $750 each & you...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-22-2024, 08:15 AM

Replies: 16

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Posted By twojayhawks

Along that same thought; I know a guy that drains...

Along that same thought; I know a guy that drains a gallon every year & replaces with new just to keep from ever having to add any additive. I check mine regularly & have never had to add any anyway.

Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing

04-22-2024, 07:42 AM

Replies: 26

toad 65 mph speed limit

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Posted By twojayhawks

Add me to the 65 camp as well. As long as there...

Add me to the 65 camp as well. As long as there is a passing lane to go around me I don't give a rip what other motorists think. I've had toads that were limited to 65 mph before & exceeded that...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-22-2024, 07:33 AM

Replies: 16

Views: 435

Posted By twojayhawks

I replaced my SCA coolant in my 2015 maybe 5...

I replaced my SCA coolant in my 2015 maybe 5 years ago & I know I didn't break any lines loose. I just used lowest petcock & I believe I recovered 10ish gallons of the supposedly 11 gallons. I...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-22-2024, 07:01 AM

Replies: 12

Plugging Coach into a 50amp house stove plug

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Posted By twojayhawks

Hi Paul First I want to point out your coach...

Hi Paul
First I want to point out your coach doesn't "need" 50 amp. It's wired for 50 amp but you can plug into less (30, 20, 15 amp). It just depends on what you plan to use. You can actually...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-18-2024, 08:30 AM

Replies: 14

Michelin VS Toyo

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Posted By twojayhawks

I've had both Toyo & Michelin, and both performed...

I've had both Toyo & Michelin, and both performed well. You can't go wrong with either. I just replaced my 10 year old Michelins with Michelin because I plan to run these ten years also.

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-17-2024, 01:10 PM

Replies: 7

Storage Question For 2017 DS 4369

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Posted By twojayhawks

30 amp for storage is an enviable set up for...

30 amp for storage is an enviable set up for most. It's absolutely enough for storage & can be suffice for actually camping. With 30 amp you can absolutely run a roof AC, have fridge on, certainly...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-17-2024, 09:07 AM

Replies: 8

Need refrigerator removal advice

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Posted By twojayhawks

I'll probably take a beating for saying this,...

I'll probably take a beating for saying this, since you are 70 & female I assume you will be hiring this project out right? My door opening is almost 29" but because of the front door partially...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-15-2024, 01:00 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 855

Posted By twojayhawks

My apologies I just realized I never answered...

My apologies I just realized I never answered your question. Yes there are 4 bolts to remove and the wire connectors to separate to remove chair from pedestal.

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-15-2024, 12:51 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 855

Posted By twojayhawks

I received my covers in late February 2024. I...

I received my covers in late February 2024. I worked with Mike Ramirez, 562-404-8111 (ext107), mike@villainternational.com . I can tell ya they absolutely do make replacement covers. If they made...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-14-2024, 10:46 AM

Replies: 18

Views: 855

Posted By twojayhawks

I'm a fan as well. The sofa in the pic above is...

I'm a fan as well. The sofa in the pic above is from Bradd & Hall.

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-13-2024, 02:19 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 855

Posted By twojayhawks

My covers came from Villa International. Only...

My covers came from Villa International. Only place I found that a OE replacement was available. If you have Flexsteel I have read there are more options. Regardless of what you have you start the...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-13-2024, 10:56 AM

Replies: 18

Views: 855

Posted By twojayhawks

Just a question, is there anything wrong with the...

Just a question, is there anything wrong with the seats other than the warn covers? I just ordered new covers for my Villa International captains chairs & that's a far site less money than a whole...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-12-2024, 12:27 PM

Replies: 4

slide lock spring stretched

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Posted By twojayhawks

Yes you need to replace that little spring right...

Yes you need to replace that little spring right away. It likely is keeping the paddle from retracting properly & can cause damage. Below is part number for spring. You can try to replace it while...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-12-2024, 07:16 AM

Replies: 59

Views: 6,219

Posted By twojayhawks

Yea I can't dispute what you are saying I just...

Yea I can't dispute what you are saying I just can't get my mind around Newmar sitting on an appliance (or anything)for 23 years.

Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing

04-11-2024, 08:20 AM

Replies: 5

NSA Ready Brute Refurb

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Posted By twojayhawks

You shipped it to Iowa? I thought they were in...

You shipped it to Iowa? I thought they were in Kansas?

04-11-2024, 08:12 AM

Replies: 27

How to jack up motorhome when there is a flat?

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Posted By twojayhawks

I have had full tire replacement as well as a few...

I have had full tire replacement as well as a few tires (always stem related) repaired. Knock wood, it's always been at my own garage. I prefer to use oak blocks that just barely fit under the...

04-09-2024, 10:01 AM

Replies: 5

Class A Remodelling

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Posted By twojayhawks

Yes. Also on mine (Villa International) there...

Yes. Also on mine (Villa International) there was a false kick panel on each side of the dinette at your heels that just pulled straight out with clips. Gave even better access to undo screws. I...

04-09-2024, 07:58 AM

Replies: 5

Class A Remodelling

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Posted By twojayhawks

Just a FYI you can easily remove the dinette...

Just a FYI you can easily remove the dinette yourself. I removed my sofa & dinette booth over the winter. Of course I had a built in table that I left & simply added two new chairs. It is only...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-09-2024, 07:49 AM

Replies: 4

2015 Dutch Star slide issue

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Posted By twojayhawks

Seems like I have seem posts on here where others...

Seems like I have seem posts on here where others have sourced lower priced motors (if all you had was a bad motor) but I haven't seen anyone source the gearbox other than Newmar.

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-05-2024, 07:47 AM

Replies: 59

Views: 6,219

Posted By twojayhawks

Hi Stuart I don't know Brett nor have any...

Hi Stuart
I don't know Brett nor have any experience with NIRVC. I do happen to have my own dealer (Transwest) that I think hung the moon also. All dealers hold a certain amount back for finding...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-04-2024, 01:50 PM

Replies: 59

Views: 6,219

Posted By twojayhawks

Isn't NIRVC is a pretty large Newmar dealer (as...

Isn't NIRVC is a pretty large Newmar dealer (as well as other brands)? I'm trying to understand why they would publish data that shows Newmar (or any brand they sell) having a large number of...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

04-04-2024, 08:23 AM

Replies: 59

Question from Germany about the Norcold double door refrigerator

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Posted By twojayhawks

Where is the data supporting Newmars decline in...

Where is the data supporting Newmars decline in quality? Have you polled all the satisfied owners or are we just using the negative posts on this forum?

Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing

04-03-2024, 07:32 AM

Replies: 34

DIY how hard

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Posted By twojayhawks

I agree with several other posts regarding the...

I agree with several other posts regarding the Wrangler. I found the Wrangler the easiest of all the vehicles I have set up to tow.

Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports

04-02-2024, 07:49 AM

Replies: 9

Looking for a spot - Glenwood Springs CO

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Posted By twojayhawks

YES to this. The Glenwood Springs West KOA is a...

YES to this. The Glenwood Springs West KOA is a gorgeous RV park. We have stayed there several times.

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

04-02-2024, 07:42 AM

Replies: 34

Views: 2,066

Posted By twojayhawks

I agree. We camped with Norcold absorption...

I agree. We camped with Norcold absorption refrigerators for 20 years without issue. I'm a stickler for maintenance. I've has a residential unit for the last 9 years & certainly could never go...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-29-2024, 07:56 AM

Replies: 14

Views: 559

Posted By twojayhawks

Just food for thought; now that you see you can...

Just food for thought; now that you see you can remove the lower assembly in maybe several minutes, you could remove a healthy one & put it side by side on the bench. The piece is so well...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-28-2024, 02:23 PM

Replies: 14

Views: 559

Posted By twojayhawks

I can simply move the mechanism on mine with my...

I can simply move the mechanism on mine with my finger to clear the bolt for removal. When you remove the bolt the rod will stay as it's still attached to the top piece. After that if you want to...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-28-2024, 02:12 PM

Replies: 14

Views: 559

Posted By twojayhawks

No don't remove the top piece if it is working...

No don't remove the top piece if it is working fine. You ought to be able to move the bottom assembly enough out of the way to undo the head bolt.

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-28-2024, 11:40 AM

Replies: 14

Views: 559

Posted By twojayhawks

One piece. It's quite heavy.

One piece. It's quite heavy.

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-28-2024, 09:26 AM

Replies: 14

Views: 559

Posted By twojayhawks

YES absolutely! Remove the allen head bolt &...

YES absolutely! Remove the allen head bolt & catch the spring & washer. This is the reason to carry a 6" bolt to screw back in as a place holder. If you lift the rod out of its hole (without the...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-28-2024, 09:20 AM

Replies: 14

Views: 559

Posted By twojayhawks

They are both for the top paddle mechanism. One...

They are both for the top paddle mechanism. One small spring & one larger spring. Again, IMO most slide lock problems stem from the springs or bearing. The two springs job is to pull the paddle...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-28-2024, 08:00 AM

Replies: 14

Views: 559

Posted By twojayhawks

Looks like you are on the road? I would say just...

Looks like you are on the road? I would say just remove the whole thing & get by with one slide lock but it sounds like you can't do that. I've dealt with three slide lock snafu/failures to date. ...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-27-2024, 02:05 PM

Replies: 14

Views: 559

Posted By twojayhawks

If you don't mind, why are you removing it? I...

If you don't mind, why are you removing it? I have removed a couple of the bottom mechanism's and after removing the 8 or so self drilling screws it should just lower right out. You'll likely also...

How does the fueling work for Diesel at 18-wheeler fuel stations?

03-26-2024, 07:42 AM

Replies: 10

Views: 661

Posted By twojayhawks

If you are referring to the big chain truck fuel...

If you are referring to the big chain truck fuel stops (Loves, Flying J/Pilot etc) they don't accept regular cc's at the pump. You need a TSD card and/or a FJ card or another. Otherwise you'll need...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-24-2024, 03:24 PM

Replies: 48

Newmar questionnaire

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Posted By twojayhawks

I've been to Nappanee twice for service/warranty...

I've been to Nappanee twice for service/warranty appointments, but I never stayed. I rolled in after dark & we stayed the night in the Newmar CG & left at the crack of dawn next morning in the toad....

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-22-2024, 07:13 AM

Replies: 15

RV Sofa

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Posted By twojayhawks

We just received our new sofa from...

We just received our new sofa from...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-21-2024, 10:03 AM

Replies: 20

What to do when at the factory

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Posted By twojayhawks

Depending on how many days you are there you are...

Depending on how many days you are there you are also not far from University of Notre Dame if seeing that interests you.

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-21-2024, 09:35 AM

Replies: 17

Newmar ceiling lights

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Posted By twojayhawks

Don, No I never knew LED could be replaced. I...

Don,
No I never knew LED could be replaced. I just assumed the fixture was a throw away. How easy is it to open up the fixture to get at the LED?

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-21-2024, 07:02 AM

Replies: 17

Newmar ceiling lights

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Posted By twojayhawks

The lights I posted are a direct replacement for...

The lights I posted are a direct replacement for the Newmar OE lights my 2015 Dutch Star came with. In the last 9 years I've probably replaced half of them & the only way you can tell which ones...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-20-2024, 12:56 PM

Replies: 17

Newmar ceiling lights

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Posted By twojayhawks

If it's the ceiling pucks like I have I buy em...

If it's the ceiling pucks like I have I buy em buy the six pack.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XR85Y7B?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1