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Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-17-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 271
Posted By kevinbdavis
Older Generator Noise

Hi guys!

I have a 1996 Newmar Gasser.

The generator is a 6500w Onan, and it's fairly reliable, hard start, and overheats and shuts down. I think I need to replace the carb on it.

It's...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-10-2023, 08:59 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,535
Posted By kevinbdavis
Just an update...I did manage to cut the access...

Just an update...I did manage to cut the access hole, which gave me some nice trouble shooting access and also to connect and disconnect the fuel and wiring.

Due to there being a large support...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-07-2023, 08:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,535
Posted By kevinbdavis
Just a follow up and verification: I decided...

Just a follow up and verification:

I decided to cut an access hole in the basement (we have pass through on this coach) to see if I could verify a few things and see what was up with the wiring...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-07-2023, 07:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,535
Posted By kevinbdavis
Mine is a 96 Chassis, Newmar, so I think the...

Mine is a 96 Chassis, Newmar, so I think the wiring should be the same.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2023, 09:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,535
Posted By kevinbdavis
Thank you guys so much! I did swap the horn...

Thank you guys so much!

I did swap the horn and pump relays, so I'm pretty certain the relay isn't the issue, but I'll give the relay jumper a shot, thanks for that! I also will trace some wires...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-03-2023, 03:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,535
Posted By kevinbdavis
1996 Newmar Kountry Aire Gasser Fuel Problem

Hey guys, happy 4th weekend!

I have a 1996 Newmar Kountry Air 460 Gasser.

We had some life stuff happening, so after driving it around 30k miles over 3 years, it sat for almost 2.

I went to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-15-2020, 08:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 871
Posted By kevinbdavis
Well, Black it is then, thanks for all of your...

Well, Black it is then, thanks for all of your feedback and information. I have black seats in both my Jeep and my Shelby Cobra, and they get hot, but they also go topless most of the time. It would...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-15-2020, 08:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 668
Posted By kevinbdavis
I ended up finding a great picture of the full...

I ended up finding a great picture of the full slider mechanism that controls the hot/cold and I was able to replicate the springs and all of that on my original one. I used the faceplate from the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-14-2020, 08:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 871
Posted By kevinbdavis
Black Leather Captain's Chairs - Too Hot?

We're doing a complete renovation on our 22 year old Newmar. I was originally thinking about going with black leather with a gray insert for our captain's chairs, but my wife is concerned that they...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-14-2020, 07:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 668
Posted By kevinbdavis
I did figure out they came from Chrysler...

I did figure out they came from Chrysler Town&Country, Caravan, and Grand Caravan last night. 1992-1994 it seems. Trying to find one that's not destroyed.

These salvage yard guys aren't the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-13-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 668
Posted By kevinbdavis
Did you connect that to the ac unit or just a...

Did you connect that to the ac unit or just a separate pull knob?

My problem is going to be trying to find that control unit, it's discontinued, and I really do need to replace it. I found it...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-13-2020, 06:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 668
Posted By kevinbdavis
For example, is it possible to replace the...

For example, is it possible to replace the sliders with something like this?
...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-13-2020, 05:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 668
Posted By kevinbdavis
Replace Climate Controls 1996

Hey guys!

I have the 1996 in my signature, and this thing has been the bane of my existence. The selector knob that goes to the blend door continues to bind even though I've worked on it several...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-11-2020, 08:13 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,619
Posted By kevinbdavis
Tell me about it! The tag makes a big difference...

Tell me about it! The tag makes a big difference but you definitely have to watch the ass as to not hit crap with it for sure!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-10-2020, 12:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,619
Posted By kevinbdavis
I'm in the same camp on this thing. I could go...

I'm in the same camp on this thing. I could go blow $60-80k and get a pretty nice DPusher that would be less than 10 years old, but all in all, I'm not sure it would be as well built as this Newmar....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-07-2020, 06:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 596
Posted By kevinbdavis
Pocket Door Latch Options

We have a mid-floor plan bathroom with 2 pocket doors, one to the main living area and one to the bedroom.

They have the latches like is shown below, and they suck. :) When we travel, my bride...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-07-2020, 10:10 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,619
Posted By kevinbdavis
This is a great thread, thanks to everyone...

This is a great thread, thanks to everyone commenting with great advice! I have thought of the turbo option, but these 460s already run hot (additional cooling is in my plan already), so I'd be a...
Forum: Vintage RV's 04-05-2020, 07:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 683
Posted By kevinbdavis
Less Expensive Seat Options

We have a 96 Newmar and the seats kind of suck. They are in decent shape, but with the upcoming renovation, I want to go with black seats or gray instead of tan.

I could recolor these but the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-05-2020, 06:27 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,619
Posted By kevinbdavis
Thanks all for the info and great...

Thanks all for the info and great recommendations!

If I were to do it, I’d probably pull the engine, gauges, steering column and maybe the seats from an Escalade or Denali. 6.2l with 4l80e...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-04-2020, 02:33 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,619
Posted By kevinbdavis
Want to keep my 96 gasser - power options?

I’m starting a Reno on my 96 Newmar, starting with the interior, then exterior.

I like the coach and I’m going to keep it, but as usual, it’s pretty gutless and we live in the mountains.

I’m...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-31-2020, 02:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,761
Posted By kevinbdavis
Yeah, sorry, I was being lazy with my...

Yeah, sorry, I was being lazy with my sender/sensor words, I know the difference.

Even all the way down, the steering wheel's angle is not comfortable for me for some reason. I typically drive a...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-31-2020, 12:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,761
Posted By kevinbdavis
Wow, that's exactly the info I needed, thank you!...

Wow, that's exactly the info I needed, thank you! Everything looks pretty easy to get to, I just need to trace the oil pressure sensor location, but that should be easy too. I probably also need to...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-31-2020, 08:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,761
Posted By kevinbdavis
Awesome, thanks for the info! I have the obdii...

Awesome, thanks for the info! I have the obdii port, so that's a duh moment for me, but thanks for the reminder. Worst case, I suppose I can just add senders manually for the various gauges if I need...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-31-2020, 07:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,761
Posted By kevinbdavis
Replacing Gauge Cluster - 1996 F53

Hey guys!

I'm embarking a renovation of my 1996 Newmar which is on an F53 chassis.

I hate the steering wheel (angle mostly) and also want to bring the entire cockpit up to a more modern look as...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-03-2019, 09:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 752
Posted By kevinbdavis
I received a quote from Bradd and Hall Inc for...

I received a quote from Bradd and Hall Inc for new seat skins for these chairs. They are about $675 each shipped. So, it's about 1/2 the cost of new chairs, and you get brand new leather and foam....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2019, 02:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 752
Posted By kevinbdavis
Restuffing Captain's Chairs

My 23 year old Captain's chairs have seen better days.

The leather is actually pretty decent, and I'm going to do a color change anyway with colorbond, so that will make them look nice again that...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-30-2019, 02:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,065
Posted By kevinbdavis
I interpreted that to mean both, as in together...

I interpreted that to mean both, as in together vs. each.

I'm checking to see what my local glass guy will charge me for labor to put it in. Way cheaper than a drive to Newmar. ;->

KD
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-30-2019, 09:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,065
Posted By kevinbdavis
Just for archival/search if someone else needs...

Just for archival/search if someone else needs this info. This is directly from Newmar:

The driver side windshield is part number 27536. The passenger side is part number 27535. Both will run you...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-30-2019, 08:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,065
Posted By kevinbdavis
Wow! My glass coverage has been subpar. Once I...

Wow! My glass coverage has been subpar. Once I get these fixed, I'm switching over I think.

$4000 is a heck of a lot of money! I have this kit I found for pro glass repair guys, have yet to try...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-29-2019, 07:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,065
Posted By kevinbdavis
Thank you! I've installed automotive windshields...

Thank you! I've installed automotive windshields multiple times (we build custom cars and 4x4s), so I'm pretty sure I can do it myself. The current one is leaking, so once I get it out, I'm guessing...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-29-2019, 06:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,065
Posted By kevinbdavis
Thanks, I'm also emailing the parts department at...

Thanks, I'm also emailing the parts department at Newmar. I don't know if they'll ship but we can't really drive to Newmar.

KD
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-29-2019, 05:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,065
Posted By kevinbdavis
Source for 1996 Kountry Aire Windshield

We had a close encounter with a rock the size of a golf ball around 2 years ago. It hit down low on the left of the driver and made a big break, which then of course spread. My view isn't obstructed,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-29-2019, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 687
Posted By kevinbdavis
Source for mid-90s windshields

Moved to newmar group
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-29-2019, 09:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,776
Posted By kevinbdavis
Thanks everyone for the info, I'm actually...

Thanks everyone for the info, I'm actually surprised that Newmar wasn't listed more, which is food for thought. As we start looking, I'll definitely keep all of these on the list.

We keep going...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-27-2019, 02:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,776
Posted By kevinbdavis
Class A DP Brands for Early 2000's

We currently have a 1996 Newmar gasser. It's just not enough for us with towing our jeep and all of our hills. As expected (we knew it would come) we want to upgrade to a DP.

BUT, we're going to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-21-2019, 10:09 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 507
Posted By kevinbdavis
F53 Steering Wheel

I freakin' hate the position of the steering wheel in my MH. It's a Newmar 1996, with the F53 chassis.

For the most part, the main issue is when I drive other vehicles, I like the tilt down...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-21-2019, 08:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 845
Posted By kevinbdavis
Definitely noted on the altitude. My house is at...

Definitely noted on the altitude. My house is at 4500 feet, and we usually only go up from here, so we suffer the effects quite a lot!

Thanks for the links and the bed in procedure, I'll check...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-21-2019, 08:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 845
Posted By kevinbdavis
If it's a significant hill grade without a wide...

If it's a significant hill grade without a wide open exit, I definitely keep it under 30.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-21-2019, 08:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 845
Posted By kevinbdavis
So you're saying the $3300 is well worth it?

So you're saying the $3300 is well worth it?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-21-2019, 08:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 845
Posted By kevinbdavis
All great info, thank you! I would guess you're...

All great info, thank you! I would guess you're very close to our set up.

I will look into a 2nd cooler, and I'm also adding electric fans. I've even considered a 2nd radiator to keep everything...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-20-2019, 09:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 845
Posted By kevinbdavis
Yes it is! We tow a trail Jeep so we are at about...

Yes it is! We tow a trail Jeep so we are at about 22,000-22500lbs fully loaded.

So you think the Ford oem rotors are sufficient? The drilled and slotted are $550 or so full kit.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-20-2019, 09:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 845
Posted By kevinbdavis
Thanks, I agree with you! I usually brake...

Thanks, I agree with you!

I usually brake pretty hard to get under 25mph, then downshift. Unless I know it’s coming earlier and I can slow down without brakes.

I am planning to add an electric...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-20-2019, 04:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 845
Posted By kevinbdavis
Brake Upgrades and Gear Vendors

Hi there!

We have a 1996 Newmar with the 460.

We live in Montana, and basically spend 90% of our time up and down the Western Rockies.

On a trip home yesterday from South Lake Tahoe (Rubicon...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-03-2017, 09:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,096
Posted By kevinbdavis
We are looking at the 4369, but also with a...

We are looking at the 4369, but also with a Dishwasher, so this is welcomed advice. We will be doing about 1/2 time in this, so I'd hate to give up substantial storage for more knee room. I'm no...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-02-2017, 08:28 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,447
Posted By kevinbdavis
Do You Use Your Outdoor Entertainment Center

I've always considered these kind of one of those "Annoy your neighbors" upgrades, but as we look to configure our new coach, they seem to be standard.

I'm curious, do you use yours much? I can...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-01-2017, 08:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,096
Posted By kevinbdavis
Great ideas! This gives me a lot to go on as I...

Great ideas! This gives me a lot to go on as I spec it out.

I wonder if Newmar would build out the desk area in a different configuration for you? Something to check into.

Steele: Noise...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-31-2016, 12:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,096
Posted By kevinbdavis
Best Dinette Option for Working from the Road

We are currently planning for our 2017 Dutch Star, and one of the things I'm still not sure about is the dinette area.

There seem to be a bunch of options for that area, so I figured it would be...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-09-2016, 08:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 694
Posted By kevinbdavis
Thank you all, seems like some solid leads! I'm...

Thank you all, seems like some solid leads! I'm hopeful that everything isn't filled up. We're supposed to go shoot a YouTube channel show, but the production schedule isn't finalized yet. Makes it a...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-09-2016, 03:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 694
Posted By kevinbdavis
Non 55+ Campgrounds Near Phoenix

We need to spend some time over the Winter in PHX, and I am having a heck of a time finding a campground that isn't 55+ and also not just a low end mobile home park.

Any recommendations? We don't...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-03-2016, 10:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,545
Posted By kevinbdavis
Now comes the hard part...choosing the right...

Now comes the hard part...choosing the right model! The Mountain Aires are awesome, but holy upgrade price...$200k MSRP starting difference over the DS.

You do get an extra 6000 lbs of GVCW with...
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