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Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-27-2022, 07:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,039
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks so much for sharing. I have the exact same...

Thanks so much for sharing. I have the exact same problem with one of my jacks. I have been wiping the cylinder with transmission fluid and it is working but knowing one day it will fail. I know a...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-26-2021, 05:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,079
Posted By Heli_fixer
I just had the same issue on my 2011 28' Cambria....

I just had the same issue on my 2011 28' Cambria. It was the relay in that compartment. Replaced the relay and all good now.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-21-2021, 02:43 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 26,756
Posted By Heli_fixer
I got all the way to the end and still no...

I got all the way to the end and still no outcome. 😒
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-03-2021, 05:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 356
Posted By Heli_fixer
2011 Itasca Cambria 28 questions

hello all,

New to me mh. I have several questions to ask the good people of this forum.

The chassis speaker beside the right hand cabinet looking forward isn't working. I put in a new chassis...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-16-2021, 06:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,062
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks Ron. Great explanation.

Thanks Ron. Great explanation.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-15-2021, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,062
Posted By Heli_fixer
That's exactly why we are looking at this brand....

That's exactly why we are looking at this brand. Good to hear from an owner that this is true.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-15-2021, 04:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,062
Posted By Heli_fixer
Great to hear you love it after downsizing. It is...

Great to hear you love it after downsizing. It is a concern of ours. Nice to hear the b+ drives better than the c
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-15-2021, 04:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,062
Posted By Heli_fixer
That's exactly what we want to do, but with this...

That's exactly what we want to do, but with this whole Covid thing and being up here in Canada, we can't get down to the USA where most of the rv's are. That's why I am posting to see some comments....
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-15-2021, 04:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,062
Posted By Heli_fixer
Ya, Pleasure Way have really nice rv's, but...

Ya, Pleasure Way have really nice rv's, but nothing that fit our needs, and a little out of our price range
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-15-2021, 10:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,062
Posted By Heli_fixer
Advice on Class B+ purchase

Hello all,

Previously owned a 2009 Newmar Ventana and we are now in the market for a class b+ (class c without the upper overhang).
We are presently looking at around a 2010-2013 years and are...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-13-2018, 03:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,516
Posted By Heli_fixer
Electric slide motor brake issue

Hi all,
I own a 2009 Newmar Ventana with 4 electric slides.
The problem I am having is the forward drivers side slide will not move...go in or out. I have bypassed the controller and put 12 volt...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-17-2018, 08:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,379
Posted By Heli_fixer
Forgot the pics. 203151203152203153

Forgot the pics. 203151203152203153
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-17-2018, 08:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,379
Posted By Heli_fixer
Just installed the Koni shocks on the front axle....

Just installed the Koni shocks on the front axle. Not too bad to install...large breaker bar or air tools to break the nuts free. Hardware was not rusted at all. I'll comment once we try it out on...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-28-2018, 10:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,379
Posted By Heli_fixer
I just ordered a pair of Koni's from Summit...

I just ordered a pair of Koni's from Summit Racing for $200.00 each. I was at a Newmar dealer yesterday and they didn't even know what Koni shocks were. Not much help. Maybe purchase what you need...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-26-2018, 09:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,379
Posted By Heli_fixer
+1 on that

+1 on that
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-23-2018, 07:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,379
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks all. You guys are the best.

Thanks all. You guys are the best.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-21-2018, 08:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,379
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks all. I hear that the Dutch Stars are one...

Thanks all. I hear that the Dutch Stars are one of the best riding coaches out there though. I will take all suggestions and run with them.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-21-2018, 08:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,379
Posted By Heli_fixer
The shocks helped that much? I will definitely...

The shocks helped that much? I will definitely look into that. Seems like a pretty easy change out.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-21-2018, 08:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,379
Posted By Heli_fixer
As for the tire pressures, I have tried to go...

As for the tire pressures, I have tried to go lower to 100 psi front and 90 rear. A little better but nothing great. And what are corner weights???
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-21-2018, 06:29 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,379
Posted By Heli_fixer
Rough Roads

We are currently heading back north from Texas and found some rough roads today between Nashville and Louisville while driving our 2009 Newmar Ventana. I can't say our ride was ever really smooth (we...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-14-2017, 07:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,019
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks Isaac-1. We booked at the KOA yesterday...

Thanks Isaac-1. We booked at the KOA yesterday for a couple nights stay in November then leaving the RV there til January.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-08-2017, 06:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,019
Posted By Heli_fixer
Awesome. I knew I came to the right place for...

Awesome. I knew I came to the right place for this info.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-08-2017, 06:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,019
Posted By Heli_fixer
Best solution for short term storage of motor home

Hi all,

My wife and I are retiring December 31st this year and would like to take our MH south before the winter weather hits. Our final destination is Texas but we do not have enough time off to...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-03-2017, 05:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,923
Posted By Heli_fixer
I would love to hear some thoughts on this. We...

I would love to hear some thoughts on this. We are also planning on going to this same area in January.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-31-2017, 09:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,494
Posted By Heli_fixer
I just imported a 2009 Newmar Ventana into...

I just imported a 2009 Newmar Ventana into Ontario in January. Nothing on the coach needed to be modified. Had to get clearance letter from both Newmar and Spartan. Only issue with mine was the stair...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-28-2017, 08:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,443
Posted By Heli_fixer
And done. Thanks for the gentle nudge to get this...

And done. Thanks for the gentle nudge to get this done. 170493
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-27-2017, 11:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,443
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks Jimbo. I just need to trim it back a bit....

Thanks Jimbo. I just need to trim it back a bit. I'm not a real good finishing guy. Maybe today's project.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-26-2017, 04:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,443
Posted By Heli_fixer
I also went with a Kenwood. Sound is far better...

I also went with a Kenwood. Sound is far better than the Eclipse. I just need to replace the speakers with something better. 170252
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-03-2017, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 513
Posted By Heli_fixer
Okay. Thanks for the reply.

Okay. Thanks for the reply.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-02-2017, 09:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 513
Posted By Heli_fixer
Antennas on 2009 Ventana 3936

Can anyone tell me which each antenna is for on my roof? I have to replace the forward left one, but would like to know their functions.
Thanks,
Trevor167243
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-22-2017, 08:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 911
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks again 007. Forgot about those QT's. Most...

Thanks again 007. Forgot about those QT's. Most helpful.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-19-2017, 06:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 911
Posted By Heli_fixer
Good thought. I'll have a look. T

Good thought. I'll have a look. T
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-19-2017, 04:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 911
Posted By Heli_fixer
Cockpit vent/air conditioning blower quit working

Hi All,
In my 2009 Ventana on my last trip today, my vent blower just sudden stopped working while driving home. I checked fuses in the front left side and right aft side just ahead of the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-19-2017, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,183
Posted By Heli_fixer
I have a 2009 Ventana with the same issue on my...

I have a 2009 Ventana with the same issue on my left side camera. I thought it was moisture and took the camera apart as far as I could. No moisture. I compared the lens to the opposite side and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-26-2017, 05:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,851
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks for this tutorial. I just got back...

Thanks for this tutorial.
I just got back interested in putting solar on our 3936 and this is a great start. What make and model of solar panels did you install. I also need to find a route from...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-21-2017, 02:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 640
Posted By Heli_fixer
We thought the same thing but even with the whole...

We thought the same thing but even with the whole column disconnected, the horn still sounds.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-21-2017, 11:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 640
Posted By Heli_fixer
VIP Module

Good day,

I am having problems with my VIP steering wheel. The horn is on constantly. I am trying to locate the VIP module on our 2009 Newmar Ventana. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-29-2017, 07:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,851
Posted By Heli_fixer
Hello jimbo2013...I just recently purchased a...

Hello jimbo2013...I just recently purchased a 2009 Ventana and would love to accomplish this mod. Can you update with more pictures as you progress? Also, if your new batteries are 6 volt, your...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-18-2017, 01:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,758
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks all for the advice I received. I just...

Thanks all for the advice I received. I just found and repaired not just my courtesy/floor lights, but unknown to me, also the aux start switch. After reviewing some of the literature provided to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-14-2017, 10:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,758
Posted By Heli_fixer
I had conversations with Spartan and Newmar. ...

I had conversations with Spartan and Newmar. Neither one can supply the wiring schematics for my coach. Seems crazy.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-13-2017, 03:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,758
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks for the post 007. I will check out that...

Thanks for the post 007. I will check out that inline fuse in a couple of days after the snow stops up here in Canada.
I checked out the links you provided and there is a ton of information...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-05-2017, 11:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,687
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks. Found the switch and chafed wires. This...

Thanks. Found the switch and chafed wires. This is an awesome forum!!!
Cheers. Trevor
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-05-2017, 10:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,687
Posted By Heli_fixer
Door switch for automatic steps

Would anyone know for my 2009 Newmar Ventana, where the switch is located to deployy steps?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-26-2017, 01:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,758
Posted By Heli_fixer
Hey barnegatepic, I checked that fuse and it...

Hey barnegatepic,

I checked that fuse and it was good. With that in mind, I checked power going to my 'boost' switch which is part of that fuse and also found lack of power there. So I guess...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-23-2017, 03:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,758
Posted By Heli_fixer
All good to know. I checked my pictures of the...

All good to know. I checked my pictures of the fuses back in the power cord bay and sure enough, I also have a fuse there marked boost/courtesy light. I'll check that out tomorrow.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-23-2017, 12:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,758
Posted By Heli_fixer
I found the purple/white wire has no power going...

I found the purple/white wire has no power going to courtesy light switch in the cockpit. When I put on another power source, the light work as advertised. Now I have to try and find where that wire...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-22-2017, 06:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,758
Posted By Heli_fixer
I was wondering if that was it. I'll check that...

I was wondering if that was it. I'll check that out tomorrow. Thanks for the input.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-22-2017, 06:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,758
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks for the suggestion Scotty. The first...

Thanks for the suggestion Scotty.
The first issue I have is that the floor lighting in the bathroom/bedroom does not work. I checked for power at the switch in the rear bedroom and did not find...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-22-2017, 05:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,758
Posted By Heli_fixer
Newmar wiring schematics

Hello All,
I have recently purchased a 2009 Newmar Ventana 3936 and have a couple of electrical issues. I have emailed Newmar a couple of times to get wiring schematics from them, with-out success....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-09-2017, 06:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 857
Posted By Heli_fixer
Thanks Stuart. I think you may be correct.

Thanks Stuart. I think you may be correct.
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