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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-23-2018, 03:33 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 10,532
Posted By Blackjack
I put 120,000 miles on my 1993 DP. It was a good...

I put 120,000 miles on my 1993 DP. It was a good ride on a Spartan chassis. I decided we could get by with a gasser and opted for what I feel is a high end gas coach. We bought a slightly used Newmar...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-29-2018, 08:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,901
Posted By Blackjack
I think as you get more seat time you start to...

I think as you get more seat time you start to get a little more in touch with how the motor is working. I have the 5 star tune along with the 2016 6 speed tranny. I do not routinely use the tow/haul...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-27-2018, 01:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,846
Posted By Blackjack
I did The CHF with the Helwig extension links. I...

I did The CHF with the Helwig extension links. I also added the safety steer and a Helwig additional rear anti- sway bar. I spent about 1300.00 on these items and I would do it again. I also added...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-23-2018, 01:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 15,363
Posted By Blackjack
I think much of the No 4 down ( on automatics )...

I think much of the No 4 down ( on automatics ) is because of the new transmission designs. They need a lot of lube on those 8 and 9 speeds.
I just completed a long search for a 4 down toad and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-04-2018, 10:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 731
Posted By Blackjack
The 5 star tune is holding a gear that is...

The 5 star tune is holding a gear that is applying more braking force on the down slope. 5000 rpms not too bad for the V-10. you can always shift in and out of tow haul with a simple button press....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-21-2017, 07:29 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,567
Posted By Blackjack
I have a couple of hundred thousand miles driving...

I have a couple of hundred thousand miles driving class A's. Most of those miles came in my old DP. Some of the confidence in driving one comes from seat time and experiencing different road...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-19-2017, 11:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,437
Posted By Blackjack
we Installed a Oak floor in our previous class A...

we Installed a Oak floor in our previous class A DP. It looked great and rode well for 80,000 miles. I think that flooring was too heavy but at the time it was the one that fit the bill for us....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-17-2017, 02:42 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,576
Posted By Blackjack
I have not had a problem yet on our 6500 Onan but...

I have not had a problem yet on our 6500 Onan but I also have the energy Management with power shed.
On a slightly different note the tech that took us through our PDI really encouraged us to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-17-2017, 02:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,554
Posted By Blackjack
I honestly think the Fuel economy has gone...

I honestly think the Fuel economy has gone backwards instead of forwards. My 1993 DP had the cumin's c motor and I got a constant 10.5 towing my little HHR and as much as 11.5 when not towing. I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-15-2017, 12:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,149
Posted By Blackjack
I have had GS membership as well as their Road...

I have had GS membership as well as their Road side and I have been dissapointed in both. They will fill your mailbox with junk and advertising.
I imagine the extended warranty will put you in their...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-15-2017, 08:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,149
Posted By Blackjack
congratulation on your upcoming move. As you...

congratulation on your upcoming move. As you stated you are buying a new coach so the drivetrain warranty should cover you on those components.
That leaves the coach and other components to insure...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-14-2017, 12:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,530
Posted By Blackjack
OK so because my curiosoty was getting the better...

OK so because my curiosoty was getting the better of me I called Customer service at Newmar and recieved instruction about deploying the FWS and the Bedroom slide.
I was told that the critical part...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-14-2017, 12:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,530
Posted By Blackjack
You can read the slide out statement on Newgle....

You can read the slide out statement on Newgle. It does say for FWS and does not address the bedroom slide. So we are supposed to extend the FWS then level ten extend the bedroom That would seem to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-14-2017, 08:38 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,530
Posted By Blackjack
I went back to the Newmar owners page ( Newgle)...

I went back to the Newmar owners page ( Newgle) In the slideout topic cat. It clearly states to deploy slides then level with jacks. I do not know if that makes sense to me but As the coach maker I...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-13-2017, 10:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,081
Posted By Blackjack
I installed the Hellwig rear sway bar, Safety...

I installed the Hellwig rear sway bar, Safety steer and the CHF I also had a front end alignment the shop that did my alignment did the CHF for me while it was on the alignment machine at no...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-12-2017, 03:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,530
Posted By Blackjack
So a couple of different answers here. We were...

So a couple of different answers here. We were told when doing our PDI that we should level 1st and then extend the slide. Now that I have heard a conflicting statement I will call that customer...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-12-2017, 03:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 695
Posted By Blackjack
X2 Can you isolate what the leaking line is...

X2 Can you isolate what the leaking line is feeding or is it the main line.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-12-2017, 11:07 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 13,784
Posted By Blackjack
yep I am one of those that spent $500 for a dog...

yep I am one of those that spent $500 for a dog and $100,000 to haul him around with us.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-12-2017, 11:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,277
Posted By Blackjack
We have to store the MH at a storage facility so...

We have to store the MH at a storage facility so I have to winterize when the weather dictates. We are leaving for the south after thanksgiving and the temps have dipped into the teens . We...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-11-2017, 11:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,184
Posted By Blackjack
Thats good I now notice the 2012 in the longer...

Thats good I now notice the 2012 in the longer models does indeed have the 20500 GVWR Meaning that fully loaded the coach can weigh 20,500 lbs. Ford makes 18,000 , 20500, 22000 24000 and 26000 lbs...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-11-2017, 08:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,184
Posted By Blackjack
A couple of thoughts. This coach seems to be...

A couple of thoughts. This coach seems to be built on an 18,000 lb chasis if that is true you may also find it on a smaller wheelbase length. I would not be excited about that as the handling can be...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-10-2017, 07:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,377
Posted By Blackjack
do some research on the chassis. Many 2016 model...

do some research on the chassis. Many 2016 model class A's are on 2015 chassis which would not have the 6 speed I have a 2016 coach on a 2016 chassis I have the 6 speed and from what I see there is...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-10-2017, 07:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 924
Posted By Blackjack
I agree with starting by bleeding the hydraulic...

I agree with starting by bleeding the hydraulic system. You mention you had some problem or repair and that could mean that all the air was not purged from the system. I would bleed the system...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-09-2017, 07:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,582
Posted By Blackjack
Much of my choices have revolved around what I am...

Much of my choices have revolved around what I am able to do. When starting out many years ago I was able to do most of the work myself including the engine work. As time goes on I find myself with a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-08-2017, 02:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,044
Posted By Blackjack
We have owned TT and Mh's and have found...

We have owned TT and Mh's and have found significant Differences in the build quality. We owned a Gas 29' Winnebago class A, we owned a DP Airstream 35' MH, a 28' and a 35' forest river TT and now...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-05-2017, 03:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,223
Posted By Blackjack
I will add that eternabond makes an aresol spray...

I will add that eternabond makes an aresol spray that you can apply prior to putting the tape down and after washing and drying the area to tape. I used this on my previous coach as an added step. If...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-05-2017, 05:05 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 9,869
Posted By Blackjack
A nice shotgun I think it comes in 3" and that...

A nice shotgun I think it comes in 3" and that will do the job I think this gun will also cycle the shortys very well for home defense.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-04-2017, 09:01 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 9,869
Posted By Blackjack
In my past life I owned a hunting lodge in...

In my past life I owned a hunting lodge in Montana and was a licensed outfitter. I went on to become a PH and hunted all over the world and booked hunts for clients. Many hunts in Russia for big...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-28-2017, 04:01 PM
Replies: 286
Views: 66,263
Posted By Blackjack
I put the 5 star program in my 2016 3401 Baystar...

I put the 5 star program in my 2016 3401 Baystar coach this is a unit with the 2016 chassis and the 6 speed transmission. This is a very worthwhile mod iMHO and I noticed a very pleasant difference.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-27-2017, 02:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,565
Posted By Blackjack
Heat strip is an option but easy to install. you...

Heat strip is an option but easy to install. you can look to seeif it is installed by removing the cover from the inside and then look to see if the heat element is there IMHO the best electric heat...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 01-08-2015, 04:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,459
Posted By Blackjack
I put Michelin 10 plys on my 150. The michelin...

I put Michelin 10 plys on my 150. The michelin people said that the weight rating on their tire would match the weight rating on the OEM p rated , if I inflated them to 48PSI.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-20-2008, 05:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,557
Posted By Blackjack
Gary, That is really the way Spartan explained...

Gary,
That is really the way Spartan explained it to me, That any system would require the Kit if using their air supply. The little problem I have here is that SMI does not make that clear and in...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-20-2008, 11:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,557
Posted By Blackjack
After much reading and thinking I had decided...

After much reading and thinking I had decided that the AFO would be the braking system for my new HHR. There is much hype on this site about the AFO and in particular how AFO used Spartan and Bendix...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-20-2008, 11:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,557
Posted By Blackjack
After much reading and thinking I had decided...

After much reading and thinking I had decided that the AFO would be the braking system for my new HHR. There is much hype on this site about the AFO and in particular how AFO used Spartan and Bendix...
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