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Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-08-2021, 09:08 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,212
Posted By UncleJamie
My recommendation is when pulling off the road...

My recommendation is when pulling off the road for a stop, or in this case a traffic shutdown, is to let the engine idle for about a minute to allow the turbo to cool down, then shut the engine off....
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-02-2021, 12:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,187
Posted By UncleJamie
Is this for the 10000 or the 12500?

Is this for the 10000 or the 12500?
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-26-2021, 12:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,212
Posted By UncleJamie
Just my 2cents on idling. After purchasing our...

Just my 2cents on idling. After purchasing our Anthem back in 2016, I called Spartan and talked to a tech about a list of questions I had come up with after studying and researching the different...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-28-2021, 04:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,504
Posted By UncleJamie
That’s a beautiful coach! Congrats and welcome to...

That’s a beautiful coach! Congrats and welcome to the Entegra family. Hopefully she brings you many miles/smiles and all the adventure you can stand. :dance:

I also wanted to thank you for your...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-28-2021, 04:01 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,195
Posted By UncleJamie
I just never get tired of seeing pictures of...

I just never get tired of seeing pictures of these beautiful machines! Thanks for sharing, congratulations and welcome to the family. Hope she brings you all the fun adventure you can handle. :dance:
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-21-2021, 05:46 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Hello to my Entegra Family! It’s been a...

Hello to my Entegra Family!

It’s been a while since I’ve hung around the forum because it gives me the adventure/Rv bug. As some of you may remember my son Connor who was in the 5th grade in 2016...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-21-2021, 05:10 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 17,420
Posted By UncleJamie
Interesting read, and nice to know the outcome...

Interesting read, and nice to know the outcome (with the plastic cap).

2 thoughts on this..
A few years ago I contacted thetford to inquire about the “flushable brand wipes” because my DW likes...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2020, 05:06 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,034
Posted By UncleJamie
My experience

I thought I’d give you my experience from owning 2 diesel pushers, with and without a tag.

My first rv was a 2005 sports coach encore. 39 foot class a diesel pusher on a freightliner chassis with...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-02-2020, 05:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,067
Posted By UncleJamie
Congratulations Chuck!!! Hope she surpasses your...

Congratulations Chuck!!! Hope she surpasses your expectations and then some!:dance:
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-19-2020, 06:27 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,421
Posted By UncleJamie
Pulled in a travel center for fuel one time, and...

Pulled in a travel center for fuel one time, and as i got out, a passer by said, “is Leonardo DiCaprio in there?”
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-17-2020, 10:43 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
That would be pretty great if our itineraries...

That would be pretty great if our itineraries were to match up at some point. Haven't made any reservations yet, but when I do, I'll reach out.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-16-2020, 05:23 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Thank you!!!!!

Thank you!!!!!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-16-2020, 04:55 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Thank you!!! Yes, I am so thankful my little man...

Thank you!!! Yes, I am so thankful my little man is still here, although, he's not so little anymore. He's a freshman this year, and stands 6 feet tall. I can honestly say that without my faith, and...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-16-2020, 04:47 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Thank you so much!!! Yes, God is good. Being 6...

Thank you so much!!! Yes, God is good. Being 6 foot 4 and an athlete my whole life, I have prided myself on my toughness. When my son fell ill and at times we were on the verge of losing him, I...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-16-2020, 04:32 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Thank you!!! Yes, the hugs are a regular thing...

Thank you!!! Yes, the hugs are a regular thing around here. My little man and I have quite a bond. And adventure is calling, and we are planning a 5000 mile 6 week trip for this summer. Planning on...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-16-2020, 04:18 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Thank you Herb!!! Yes, Connor is my new hero.....

Thank you Herb!!! Yes, Connor is my new hero.. other than starting to cry when he heard the doctors say he only had 2 months to live, and that the first round of chemo was so strong that he probably...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-16-2020, 04:10 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Thank you!!!

Thank you!!!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-16-2020, 04:09 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Thank you Chuck! It has been a grind, as cancer...

Thank you Chuck! It has been a grind, as cancer doesn't take a day off, but the kindness from others (((((like the wonderful letter you sent my son with such an encouraging message))))) is such a...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-15-2020, 07:08 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Connor is doing great and my deepest THANKS!

..........................UPDATE ON MY SON CONNOR............................


I have been hoping and praying with every bit of my being for the past 3 1/2 years to be able to say my son is doing...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-03-2019, 04:08 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 24,416
Posted By UncleJamie
Interesting debate

I've enjoyed reading thru this thread. Let me say first that I have much respect for Newmars, and heavily considered them when I upgraded in 2016. At the end of the day, the thing that benefits us as...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-02-2018, 08:19 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 10,916
Posted By UncleJamie
Boy, this thread took an interesting turn??? ...

Boy, this thread took an interesting turn???

Thanks to Chuck :bow: for the time and effort that will benefit many, including myself, and the other drivers on the road who will clearly know my...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-02-2018, 02:15 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,922
Posted By UncleJamie
Congrats chuck!

Congratulations to you and Karen. That is a beautiful coach, and hopefully she gives you safe and trouble free adventures!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-05-2018, 04:41 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,176
Posted By UncleJamie
Just a thought.. If you treat the chairs...

Just a thought..

If you treat the chairs with scotch guard or similar product you may save some expense.

Congrats on your new coach. She's a beauty Gary.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-08-2018, 09:33 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 11,574
Posted By UncleJamie
Thanks again!

Thanks again!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-07-2018, 10:51 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 11,574
Posted By UncleJamie
Chuck, did you find the same plugs the factory...

Chuck, did you find the same plugs the factory uses?

Thanks for the link!
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-01-2018, 06:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,600
Posted By UncleJamie
Lisa, I understand that you are going...

Lisa,

I understand that you are going without a tow vehicle for now. However if in the future you change your mind, I can tell you what I do when purchasing our vehicles we set up for towing..
...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-01-2018, 05:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,306
Posted By UncleJamie
Dave, It's worth noting that if you go with...

Dave,

It's worth noting that if you go with an 'add on' system, is the issue of chassis warranty. At the time I installed an Air Force One system on our coach, it was the only brake system on the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-01-2018, 05:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,934
Posted By UncleJamie
There is a 10 amp fuse (the red one marked '10')...

There is a 10 amp fuse (the red one marked '10') usually located close to the battery that powers the system that can be pulled if you don't have a spare key. Good idea to locate that fuse before you...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-01-2018, 03:58 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,482
Posted By UncleJamie
This is good news, and just makes sense. We've...

This is good news, and just makes sense. We've been considering setting up our king ranch as a toad. :thumb::dance::thumb:
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-23-2018, 10:56 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,123
Posted By UncleJamie
Praying for peace, strength, and healing, for Jay...

Praying for peace, strength, and healing, for Jay and the entire family. Praying for guidance of the medical team. - Lord, hear our prayer - Amen
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-13-2018, 08:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,002
Posted By UncleJamie
I think you will be surprised (((with some...

I think you will be surprised (((with some practice))) how maneuverable the 38 footer can be.

Something else to consider is drivability. Our 39 footer was on a Freightliner chassis. Vehicle...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-13-2018, 08:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,002
Posted By UncleJamie
Our first Rv (diesel pusher) was a 39 footer. Had...

Our first Rv (diesel pusher) was a 39 footer. Had it for 7 years and put about 70 k miles on it. Never was turned away from a state or national park, even Yellowstone (bridge bay) for 2 weeks...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-13-2018, 11:24 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,237
Posted By UncleJamie
A big congrats to you. I know you have been...

A big congrats to you. I know you have been looking for a long time to make the switch to Entegra, and we are glad to have you. :dance: Now the fun begins. Enjoy!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-09-2018, 05:14 PM
Replies: 342
Views: 41,171
Posted By UncleJamie
That's not a bad idea. I'll dig into it when I...

That's not a bad idea. I'll dig into it when I can devote some time to knocking it out. I'm hoping to incorporate the reflective lights Entegra put on and add the blinkers back, but your suggestion...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-09-2018, 04:16 PM
Replies: 342
Views: 41,171
Posted By UncleJamie
A big thank you to all who have contributed to...

A big thank you to all who have contributed to this thread. I was one of the unfortunate ones who didn't have a choice on this recal at my AIR a month and a half ago. I'll be looking for a way to get...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-09-2018, 03:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,842
Posted By UncleJamie
Unfortunately I fell in that window where the...

Unfortunately I fell in that window where the factory did not give you a choice.:nonono: They were under the impression that they would be liable if they let you go and something happened. It's...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-09-2018, 03:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,842
Posted By UncleJamie
Just a thought for consideration. We had some...

Just a thought for consideration. We had some problems with our Samsung refrigerator not cooling from time to time. The compressor just started cycling on and off repeatedly, and wasn't cooling. At...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-03-2018, 11:29 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Thank you Don and Maria I am forever...

Thank you Don and Maria

I am forever grateful!!!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-03-2018, 09:09 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Thank you Chuck! Your kindness shines very bright...

Thank you Chuck! Your kindness shines very bright for all who visit this site to clearly see.

Pm sent, and I look forward to that introduction one day.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-03-2018, 07:19 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Oh gosh! The prayers mean more than I can...

Oh gosh! The prayers mean more than I can articulate a 'thank you' for, and yes, a card would touch him. But please know that the prayers are more than I could ever ask for.

Thank you, and I'll...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-03-2018, 10:22 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
Oh Chuck, I'm so sorry to hear about your friends...

Oh Chuck, I'm so sorry to hear about your friends wife. I'll add her, and her family to my prayer list.
I originally started this post a couple of months into my sons treatment because the doctors...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-03-2018, 06:49 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,534
Posted By UncleJamie
I just wanted to update everyone on my son. ...

I just wanted to update everyone on my son.

He has just started his last scheduled phase of treatment of a 3 year treatment plan. The last couple of years have been extremely challenging at...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-03-2018, 05:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,897
Posted By UncleJamie
I need to stop reading this forum.. another...

I need to stop reading this forum.. another thread has me convinced that I need to drop 10 grand on an HWH system. Now the new 19's with the digital dash, totally automated systems, integrated TPMS...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-24-2018, 11:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,551
Posted By UncleJamie
Great googly moogly! Haven't seen this one yet,...

Great googly moogly! Haven't seen this one yet, but one word comes to mind.. no, just (((NO!)))

They are out there, and their vote counts just as much as yours. :blink:
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-24-2018, 11:16 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 9,921
Posted By UncleJamie
Exactly!!! I don't get why these discussions get...

Exactly!!! I don't get why these discussions get so personal. The original poster asked a question, and several people chimed in with their personal experiences. I personally could care less what you...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-22-2018, 07:05 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 9,921
Posted By UncleJamie
Not all tow vehicles are created equal. Our Jeep...

Not all tow vehicles are created equal. Our Jeep Grand Cherokee came equipped with a drive train disconnect switch. Takes me a couple of minutes to hook up the tow bar and cables, then I push a...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-21-2018, 04:28 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,878
Posted By UncleJamie
Our outside fridge is usually stocked with...

Our outside fridge is usually stocked with bottled water and Gatorade for the kids. However, during the holidays we traveled to see family and our (inside) refrigerator malfunctioned. Had power but...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-20-2018, 03:39 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 15,354
Posted By UncleJamie
Exactly! Competition is ultimately good for the...

Exactly! Competition is ultimately good for the consumer.

As far as 2019's being released.. Neither Entegra nor Newmar make their own chassis. They order them from Spartan (and in Newmars case) ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-20-2018, 07:26 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 15,354
Posted By UncleJamie
I misunderstood. My apologies!

I misunderstood. My apologies!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-20-2018, 12:16 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 15,354
Posted By UncleJamie
First let me say that I have much respect for...

First let me say that I have much respect for Newmar. I'm glad that there are plenty of choices out there for all of us to find our "fit".. for me the Entegra stole my heart. BUT, I had narrowed my...
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