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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-17-2024, 07:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 275
Posted By 13charlie
So my 22 engine exhaust rusted up too. Newmar...

So my 22 engine exhaust rusted up too. Newmar said not theirs contact spartan. If it is a Frieghtliner chassis you can get the new exhaust tip through Newmar.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-18-2023, 06:10 PM
Replies: 3,756
Views: 1,348,433
Posted By 13charlie
Malibu RV Resort

Not much of a resort, but a clean place with great views. A little spendy for what you get but it is across the street from the beach.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-28-2022, 11:46 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,935
Posted By 13charlie
Desert Hot Springs is a nice place to visit, but...

Desert Hot Springs is a nice place to visit, but many of the residents are CROOKS. This is well known in the area. These crooks are aware people are passing through so they just drive through and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-28-2022, 11:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 713
Posted By 13charlie
I found a few of the connections were loose and...

I found a few of the connections were loose and worked intermittently. Once and snugged the fittings up it all worked like new again.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-16-2019, 06:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,596
Posted By 13charlie
Surge Guard-The stock unit that came in the...

Surge Guard-The stock unit that came in the Motorhome new. I replaced it with a surge guard but with with an actual surge guard in the transfer switch.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-15-2019, 12:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,596
Posted By 13charlie
Thank you for your advice. You were on the money!

Thank you for your advice. You were on the money!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-15-2019, 11:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,596
Posted By 13charlie
Disposition

Well it was in fact the Automatic Transfer Switch that went bad. I was able to have a new one installed by Johnson RV Repair in Billings Montana today for a very fair price. He is actually out of...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2019, 12:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,596
Posted By 13charlie
Thank you

I would like to Thank everyone for the replies. It confirmed to me that ATS was bad. Once repaired I will update you. I will also let you know how Mobil RV Mechanic did. He seems to be a very nice...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2019, 12:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,596
Posted By 13charlie
I thought of that! Well I found a replacement,...

I thought of that! Well I found a replacement, different brand in Billings Montana. Found a Mobil RV Mechanic and going to meet him Monday and he is going to install. The ATS is a different brand but...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2019, 11:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,596
Posted By 13charlie
Yes

Yes
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2019, 09:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,596
Posted By 13charlie
Transfer Switch Gone Bad

Well 1500 miles from home and hooked up to shore power and all is good.
Then no shore power. Did the usual checking and found a loose wire in the Transfer Switch. Tightened and still no power into...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-04-2019, 10:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,157
Posted By 13charlie
Have fun and enjoy your new coach. I was nervous...

Have fun and enjoy your new coach. I was nervous too when after reading all of the posts. I discovered knowledge is power... lol When something comes up at least you have an idea where to start,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-16-2019, 05:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 786
Posted By 13charlie
Led's in bathroom solved

Thanks everyone,

Took the switch off and sure enough one of the wires came disconnected. Thanks to all for the help.

Tony
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-29-2018, 07:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 786
Posted By 13charlie
LED's In Bathroom Out

Good evening,

I went on a small trip and found the LED's in the bathroom are not working. Everything else in the entire coach is working. I believe there are three of them on the ceiling. The...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-29-2018, 12:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 870
Posted By 13charlie
Another issue

All my doors work except for the battery compartment. I can hear it click but doesn’t lock or unlock. If it is inappropriate to ask on someone else’s thread let me know. Not trying to offend anyone....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-21-2018, 12:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,156
Posted By 13charlie
I did the exact same thing, from toy hauler to...

I did the exact same thing, from toy hauler to 2017 Ventana. I don’t do my own oil changes/filters except for the generato. The comfort Drive assists with amount of steering you have to input in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-06-2018, 09:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 917
Posted By 13charlie
11,000 miles no issues so far. Knock on wood!

11,000 miles no issues so far. Knock on wood!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-03-2018, 02:05 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 54,871
Posted By 13charlie
E My wife insisted on them after hearing...

E

My wife insisted on them after hearing some stories. I believe I pal about 1500.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-16-2018, 07:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,333
Posted By 13charlie
It sure would have been nice for any length of...

It sure would have been nice for any length of stay. I asked for three days to start with. I will move south closer to Portland on Monday. I’m sure they will have spots open during the week. Your...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-15-2018, 11:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,333
Posted By 13charlie
Thanks to all for the help and hospitality! ...

Thanks to all for the help and hospitality! Found a spot in Woodland Washington.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-14-2018, 10:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,636
Posted By 13charlie
I don't know how to fix it, but I appreciate your...

I don't know how to fix it, but I appreciate your post. I never thought about that happening. Glad everyone is safe.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-14-2018, 03:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,333
Posted By 13charlie
Thank you,I called they have turned into a long...

Thank you,I called they have turned into a long term park now.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-14-2018, 03:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,333
Posted By 13charlie
Thank you. I tried believe it or not they are...

Thank you. I tried believe it or not they are full too. I am surprised at the amount of RV’s on the road already.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-14-2018, 11:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,333
Posted By 13charlie
Portland Area RV Spot Needed

Are there any parks near Portland Oregon with an open spot through Monday. Up here from California as father is being transferred from Corvallis to Portland today for surgery. I found a spot for one...
Forum: Just Conversation 06-01-2018, 01:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,791
Posted By 13charlie
I would like to say Joe is the first one to...

I would like to say Joe is the first one to welcome me to the forum. I appreciate what he does as it made me feel like I knew someone. I don’t post much, but read the forum daily. Sometimes for...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-24-2018, 10:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,736
Posted By 13charlie
Let us know how it goes. I’m headed to Whidbey...

Let us know how it goes. I’m headed to Whidbey Island in June and through Idaho and Montana after that. I’m trying to escape So Cal for the summer.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-23-2018, 06:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,144
Posted By 13charlie
Congratulations! That is a very nice MH! The...

Congratulations! That is a very nice MH! The color is perfect too! Now the fun begins with online ordering... for this and that. We really enjoy our MH, have a little over 9000 miles last year and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-13-2018, 10:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 700
Posted By 13charlie
Sounds like a great find! Enjoy your motorhome,...

Sounds like a great find! Enjoy your motorhome, I’ll bet the issues you have are minor but there will be more It is a “new” 2015 and the bugs will need to be worked out.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-08-2018, 02:39 PM
Replies: 3,756
Views: 1,348,433
Posted By 13charlie
Hurricane, Utah

About 15miles from Zion National Park. Virgin River runs behind the RV Campround. Weather is nice and Happy with my Newmar.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-03-2018, 10:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,780
Posted By 13charlie
We rode the train last September. You will not...

We rode the train last September. You will not see the Grand Canyon from the train. It was an experience, but looking back I would have been better off driving up there and had more freedom. The...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-14-2018, 05:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,638
Posted By 13charlie
I have one and keep it in my pass through storage...

I have one and keep it in my pass through storage compartment. Works great and holds me, 255 lbs. It is nice to have to clean up the motorhome on long trips.:thumb:
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 03-06-2018, 07:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,342
Posted By 13charlie
I had an oil change and lube, paid less than your...

I had an oil change and lube, paid less than your bill and they lowered my air pressure for free. I had to go home and add air as I had them set for a reason. Lol. That was a Freightliner dealer...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-02-2018, 08:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,847
Posted By 13charlie
Now you are talking. Nice place

Now you are talking. Nice place
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-02-2018, 11:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,847
Posted By 13charlie
:thumb:

:thumb:
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-27-2018, 07:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 968
Posted By 13charlie
It really depends on where you want to go and...

It really depends on where you want to go and see. Everything is an hour drive because of traffic. Orange land RV Park is 5 minutes from Disneyland 40 minutes, to Newport Beach and about 40 minutes...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-05-2018, 09:12 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,762
Posted By 13charlie
38 I bought a 26' toy hauler 50 I bought a MH-...

38 I bought a 26' toy hauler
50 I bought a MH- wish I could have afforded it sooner when the kids could have enjoyed it!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-03-2018, 04:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,674
Posted By 13charlie
Yes I had an onan generator (5500) and was told...

Yes I had an onan generator (5500) and was told the same thing.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-30-2018, 05:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,945
Posted By 13charlie
I just purchased the Viair 450P-RV and used it...

I just purchased the Viair 450P-RV and used it today. Worked great and came with all the accessories. I used the curly hose and it all went right back into the bag provided. Works good!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-28-2018, 10:47 PM
Replies: 919
Views: 261,005
Posted By 13charlie
The plastic covers are held on with 4 Philips...

The plastic covers are held on with 4 Philips screws. It really doesn't matter if the slides are in or out as the motor is stationary inside the compartment. If the slides are in there is less head...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-28-2018, 09:54 PM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,314
Posted By 13charlie
Quartzite Show

Went to the show today and my wife bought me the Viair 450P RV air compressor. Should make it easy to add/remove air as necessary. :thumb:
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-28-2018, 09:45 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,756
Posted By 13charlie
Good evening, I drove through Beaumont/White...

Good evening,

I drove through Beaumont/White Water area and it was BLOWING or SUCKING! The Comfort Drive makes a difference!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-28-2018, 09:43 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,786
Posted By 13charlie
Thank you for the post!

Thank you for the post!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-27-2018, 09:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,739
Posted By 13charlie
Same thing just happened with my steps. The...

Same thing just happened with my steps. The "brain" went bad as did the motor. The tech told me it is common to see the motors go, but has not seen both go like this. Good luck.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-27-2018, 09:22 PM
Replies: 919
Views: 261,005
Posted By 13charlie
Thanks to this thread

I took my Newmar in for a few things that went bad ( door awning wouldn't come in, steps would not operate and a few other things). I asked that the slide motor bolts be tightened with loctite. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-25-2018, 12:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,070
Posted By 13charlie
Isn't the century transfer fluid the correct...

Isn't the century transfer fluid the correct fluid? My over flow tank has a tag that states century transfer fluid on it. Same color and same brand as the tag. Did I put the wrong one?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-24-2018, 10:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,070
Posted By 13charlie
I just purchased this from Amazon. I ordered on...

I just purchased this from Amazon. I ordered on Monday night and it was delivered today about 11. About $25 with Ca tax
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-24-2018, 10:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 968
Posted By 13charlie
2017 Ventana towing a Jeep Grand Cherokee and no...

2017 Ventana towing a Jeep Grand Cherokee and no drop down needed. I am at about level. I think the Patriot may sit a little lower so it may be necessary.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-17-2018, 10:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,111
Posted By 13charlie
Sorry, I missed that. Safe travels.

Sorry, I missed that. Safe travels.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-17-2018, 09:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,111
Posted By 13charlie
I think 15north to 215North to 60East which will...

I think 15north to 215North to 60East which will turn into the 10 in Beaumont would be easiest route and quickest route. Of course the best time to travel those routes during the week is between 1000...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-27-2017, 09:40 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,757
Posted By 13charlie
Good luck with the surgery. You won't be down for...

Good luck with the surgery. You won't be down for long, these doctors have "practiced" enough they have it down.
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