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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-21-2020, 09:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,274
Posted By Leland0311
Test drove a CS and a Tiffin RED at Trans West in...

Test drove a CS and a Tiffin RED at Trans West in Frederick, CO when I was in the market. DP and comfort drive would be nice but couldn't justify the additional cost. I don't travel far from...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-13-2020, 09:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,416
Posted By Leland0311
Tireminder. Must have lucked out with mine. ...

Tireminder. Must have lucked out with mine. 3.5 years, they are 4+/- average, and I'm fine with that. Like someone said, as long as Tireminder shows a possible leak, I'm good. Caps don't...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-10-2019, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,306
Posted By Leland0311
Replaced 8 year old tires on my last 5ver with...

Replaced 8 year old tires on my last 5ver with about 1,000 miles on them. Always covered, off the ground storage. Looked new. Changed at 7 years.


Had a rear tire blow out on a Class C...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-10-2019, 03:13 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 32,688
Posted By Leland0311
Couple years ago I posted the noise was more than...

Couple years ago I posted the noise was more than disconcerting. I had no idea I would need 4-5k RPMs ascending or descending passes/grades.


I know the noise doesn't bother everyone. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-10-2019, 02:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,222
Posted By Leland0311
I have a '17 Canyon Star and tow a Honda CRV. ...

I have a '17 Canyon Star and tow a Honda CRV. The CS has the Ford F53.

I tow without aux braking infrequently. The few passes I've climbed and decended, I have unhitched my CRV.
...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-23-2018, 07:25 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,425
Posted By Leland0311
Do I really need auxiliary braking for my Toad? ...

Do I really need auxiliary braking for my Toad?

Newmar vs. SOB

Is a MT LLC a good way to avoid taxes?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-24-2018, 05:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,433
Posted By Leland0311
1. I haven't checked my bathroom faucets. ...

1. I haven't checked my bathroom faucets. Water flow is fine there. I have cleaned the aerator for the bathroom faucet I use.

2. I'm guessing it's ''code,'' the way residential shower...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-23-2018, 09:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,906
Posted By Leland0311
My thoughts aren't much different than most. ...

My thoughts aren't much different than most. If flashers were on, including toad, hoods up, someone waving, I'd stop and would think they REALLY needed help. Otherwise, I'm not sure. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-23-2018, 08:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,433
Posted By Leland0311
Kitchen faucet slow water flow. Fixed.

Both bathroom faucets had good flow, shower too. Just slow water in the kitchen. Removed new water filter, cleaned faucet aerator, still slow. Pressure was good at the source. Watched...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-06-2018, 06:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,519
Posted By Leland0311
Happened with my '17 CS. Tech told me to call...

Happened with my '17 CS. Tech told me to call customer service. Newmar said the shade needed to be reprogrammed and they sent me a kit, no cost. My shade started working properly again so I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-02-2018, 10:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,739
Posted By Leland0311
Bought from Tom as well in CA. Paid him off...

Bought from Tom as well in CA. Paid him off and he mailed the paperwork to my Montana attorney/LLC agent who registered my Canyon Star. The attorney sent me the tag/plates to my address in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-02-2018, 10:04 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,834
Posted By Leland0311
My wife has had our AT&T account for 20+ years. ...

My wife has had our AT&T account for 20+ years. Unlimited coverage and data has been grandfathered in. When Direct was merged, my monthly bill dropped from $115. to $40.

If she needs...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-30-2018, 10:31 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 20,850
Posted By Leland0311
Where is Fredericksburg? I've been to...

Where is Fredericksburg?

I've been to Transwest in Frederick, Colorado, and know nothing of their service department. Their sales department was the highest out of 5 bids. They weren't...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-26-2018, 03:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,079
Posted By Leland0311
Bought my Canyon Star from Tom Lindstrom RV in...

Bought my Canyon Star from Tom Lindstrom RV in Moorpark, CA (thanks, Tom), did a CPU at the factory 10/2016. Started corresponding with Newmar about a year later about warranty repairs. Waste...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-12-2018, 10:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,757
Posted By Leland0311
I have a Colorado address where I get the Denver...

I have a Colorado address where I get the Denver 5 networks. Part of the year is in SoCal where I get the LA networks. I tell Direct it's my second home. In the past, I call Direct to tell...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-11-2018, 09:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 984
Posted By Leland0311
I was addressing Mr_D, not the OP, and his belief...

I was addressing Mr_D, not the OP, and his belief insuring a MT LLC might be a problem. Obviously, it has been for the OP.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-08-2018, 10:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 984
Posted By Leland0311
LLC name only isn't a problem on title and...

LLC name only isn't a problem on title and registration for me.

A Montana attorney manages the LLC and my Colorado insurance company has no problem insuring both my motorhomes with LLC name...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-31-2018, 05:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 617
Posted By Leland0311
The 14' slide on my CS had that problem. Foam...

The 14' slide on my CS had that problem. Foam came loose in several areas and had it on my list for repairs to be done at the factory.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-22-2018, 02:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,003
Posted By Leland0311
My CS is about as perfect for my needs as...

My CS is about as perfect for my needs as anything out there. No complaints. It's not the quietest or fastest, and that's fine for now.
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 07-17-2018, 08:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,302
Posted By Leland0311
Anyone accepting responsibility for their vices? ...

Anyone accepting responsibility for their vices? Military didn't start anyone on cigarettes.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-17-2018, 08:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 739
Posted By Leland0311
Drove from Denver to factory and towed the toad...

Drove from Denver to factory and towed the toad back home.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-12-2018, 03:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 794
Posted By Leland0311
Sony tuner/CD player went out in my CS on the way...

Sony tuner/CD player went out in my CS on the way to the factory. I priced it at $99. on Ebay. Newmar wanted $210. Factory tech couldn't figure out what the problem was and I passed on...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-10-2018, 12:55 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 20,850
Posted By Leland0311
You must be referring to my post. I never said...

You must be referring to my post. I never said Lindstrom doesn't do warranty work on RVs they sell. They don't do warranty work on RV's they don't sell. When warranty expires on RVs they...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-09-2018, 09:36 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 20,850
Posted By Leland0311
Warranty work is important and a buyer should...

Warranty work is important and a buyer should consider buying from a dealer closer to home, if possible. Tom Lindstrom RV has no service department so I'm SOL on service there.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-08-2018, 09:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,151
Posted By Leland0311
I'm a Californian born and raised. Second best...

I'm a Californian born and raised. Second best State in the country to Colorado.

Anyone thinking it's OK to intentionally break the law and risk legal liability is off center. This group...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-08-2018, 09:24 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 20,850
Posted By Leland0311
Out of 5 bids I sent, Lindstrom RV was in the...

Out of 5 bids I sent, Lindstrom RV was in the middle. If you are local, it makes sense to buy there. WV is a long way from Moorpark, CA. Steinbring or Coachlight would be good choices.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-30-2018, 07:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,468
Posted By Leland0311
Didn't get an aftermarket warranty though I could...

Didn't get an aftermarket warranty though I could have from the dealer I bought from. Lots of research before deciding not to get one. I returned from the factory a month ago with a list of...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-29-2018, 08:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,468
Posted By Leland0311
At 18 months, still love my CS 3710. Test...

At 18 months, still love my CS 3710. Test drove one and a Ventana, along with a Tiffin RED in Colorado at Trans West at the time I was looking. Of the 5 bids I sent out, Trans was the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-28-2018, 08:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,065
Posted By Leland0311
A Newmar dealer tech told me my front shade...

A Newmar dealer tech told me my front shade needed to be reprogrammed. I called Newmar, they sent me something to do the reprogramming. It's still in it's package and I haven't used it. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-24-2018, 09:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,602
Posted By Leland0311
Anyone carrying a spare tire for their Newmar?

Came across a RV blog and the owners have a spare tire carrier attached to their 2'' hitch receiver. This doesn't take away from calling road side assistance. Maybe it's the ease in having a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-11-2018, 10:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,106
Posted By Leland0311
My '17 3710 might have the same set up. I'm...

My '17 3710 might have the same set up. I'm guessing here. The bedroom cables are for DTV and Dish. DTV would be the ''sat 1 roof''. The other, Dish. Don't know why it's set up that...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-04-2018, 10:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,197
Posted By Leland0311
Had the Winegard Travl'r installed at the factory...

Had the Winegard Travl'r installed at the factory when I bought a 2017 CS. It worked with the HR24 I brought from home but upgraded to a DTV Genie. Bring the Genie and 1 Mini from home when...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-05-2018, 09:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,286
Posted By Leland0311
Can a locked exterior door still come open?

I lock all exterior storage doors before driving off. It's part of my walk-around. I'm a long time pilot. I triple check things. I say these words out loud: lock sideways (meaning it's...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-02-2018, 09:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 458
Posted By Leland0311
I understand part of your question but not all. ...

I understand part of your question but not all. Recently replaced the HDMI connected from my bedroom TV (2017 Canyon Star 3710) to the HDMI outlet in the small upper cabinet left of the TV. A...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-25-2018, 10:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 714
Posted By Leland0311
There was a post about the locks. Seemed like...

There was a post about the locks. Seemed like some use the (manual) lock, some don't. I've stopped locking and no problems. And the bedroom lock required climbing over the bed to reach the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-25-2018, 10:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,538
Posted By Leland0311
On my CS, the booster is duct taped to the upper...

On my CS, the booster is duct taped to the upper portion of the rear, driver side leveler and uses the positive cable connecting to the generator.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-23-2018, 04:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,863
Posted By Leland0311
I bought 2 trantorque bushings from Newmar...

I bought 2 trantorque bushings from Newmar planning to make the adjustment. I've looked at the links, they weren't much help. Spoke with my Tech at my dealer and he advised having it done...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-21-2018, 10:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,863
Posted By Leland0311
This has happened twice on my CS. First at the...

This has happened twice on my CS. First at the factory during pick-up and done by my Tech -- he had locked the front end of the 14', driver side slide, without telling me, while the rear of the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-21-2018, 10:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 641
Posted By Leland0311
My monitor has always shown 2 readings at the...

My monitor has always shown 2 readings at the same time: black tank #1 and black tank #2.

Found a link...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-20-2018, 09:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 641
Posted By Leland0311
''Monitor'' has dropped one of my ''black tank'' read-outs

I have 2 black tanks. #1 and #2. The read-outs usually show ''black tank #1 (empty)'' and ''black tank #2 (1/3, or so), since I only use the #2 tank.

Checked the monitor today and the screen...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-20-2018, 09:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,026
Posted By Leland0311
If pulling fuse #6 doesn't work, I'll be doing...

If pulling fuse #6 doesn't work, I'll be doing the above. Great ideas! Tx.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-20-2018, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,026
Posted By Leland0311
I'll check #6. And you're right about the...

I'll check #6. And you're right about the trick to opening the PDB. It took many attempts and googling to figure the solution out (the tab, or latch) cannot be seen but only felt. I even...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-19-2018, 09:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,026
Posted By Leland0311
No clearance lights or tail lights

Head lights work fine, along with turn signals and brakes. Fuses are OK except for a 5 amp fuse that won't work even with a new fuse. Have yet to check relays but don't know which one. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-06-2017, 02:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,208
Posted By Leland0311
How much wind for toppers and slide?

Every now and then I read about owners putting in their slides when high winds come along. Never sure whether it's the topper they're concerned about, or the slide, and how much wind has given...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-12-2017, 03:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,086
Posted By Leland0311
Sorry for the confusion. Brake hose is for my...

Sorry for the confusion. Brake hose is for my '02 Ford E450 Class C, not my Newmar.

Just tried the local Ford parts dept., who said the flex hoses are $100.00 a piece, and he didn't know what...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-10-2017, 11:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,086
Posted By Leland0311
I'm puzzled that I would have missed low brake...

I'm puzzled that I would have missed low brake fluid in the master cylinder. I either did or it's leaked.

"C" get's little mileage ('02 w/ 55k miles), used f/t 3-4 months, and stored 8-9...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-09-2017, 11:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,086
Posted By Leland0311
Brake hose diameter?

Thinking of replacing the flex brake hoses on my Ford E450. Anyone know the diameter of that hose?

I'm trouble shooting the disappearance of my brake fluid (couldn't find a leak) and...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-04-2017, 11:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,660
Posted By Leland0311
You've probably figured out DTV is not for you. ...

You've probably figured out DTV is not for you. If you don't have service at home, starting/stopping service from your MH (more than twice a year) won't work for DTV. Try Dish. Pay as you...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-03-2017, 01:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,206
Posted By Leland0311
What I've gathered over the years. Legal in...

What I've gathered over the years. Legal in one state, illegal in another. Generally, long guns are legal. Maybe being loaded in some states is illegal -- if found.

I understand the...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 10-02-2017, 11:57 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,603
Posted By Leland0311
Absolutely, positively, respectfully, disagree. ...

Absolutely, positively, respectfully, disagree. Home of the Free? Not even close.

50 years since VN and nothing has changed. Same old do nothing politicians doing nothing. Look...
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