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Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 01-19-2015, 07:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,416
Posted By jillie
We got rid of our 34' Class A last spring and...

We got rid of our 34' Class A last spring and bought a 22' RoadTrek. We drove it to Florida last fall, camping and visiting friends along the way. In Florida until spring, it is our only...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-22-2014, 06:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,385
Posted By jillie
Good suggestion. Thanks.

Good suggestion. Thanks.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-21-2014, 01:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,385
Posted By jillie
Cabinet latches

We're having an issue with cabinet latches that keep breaking. Yeah, we broke a couple when we first got our RT when we pulled the cabinet doors open before unlocking them, but I think we've got the...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-11-2014, 09:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,253
Posted By jillie
When we bought our CS Adventurous this spring, we...

When we bought our CS Adventurous this spring, we were told the two options were an Onan propane generator or an engine-mounted generator/alternator. When I mentioned an engine-mounted generator to...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 05-16-2014, 07:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,696
Posted By jillie
This is what we're looking at for our BlueTEC...

This is what we're looking at for our BlueTEC RoadTrek. We hadn't kept up on new fuel regulations so this came as a surprise to us. Our bad.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-06-2014, 07:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,048
Posted By jillie
My post is just a cautionary tale; things can...

My post is just a cautionary tale; things can change in a very short period of time.

The underpass was not usable when we had the Class A, but when we downsized to a Class B, we thought we were...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 05-05-2014, 03:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,122
Posted By jillie
Canada is one of our future destinations. We...

Canada is one of our future destinations. We have friends in Newfoundland that have asked us to visit. They make it sound very tempting!

We're waiting for the rain to stop before we get out for...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-29-2014, 07:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,048
Posted By jillie
Close. Very close. :sad:

Close. Very close. :sad:
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-29-2014, 07:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,048
Posted By jillie
We were told to look for 18-wheelers also and it...

We were told to look for 18-wheelers also and it works in real time, but using satellite maps is iffy at best. Many of those maps are years old. We came home this spring to find a road under the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-28-2014, 06:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,048
Posted By jillie
Years ago we ordered a new car. It was being...

Years ago we ordered a new car. It was being delivered by truck which usually passed under a railroad bridge. Unfortunately, the road under the bridge had been repaved since the last time the truck...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-28-2014, 08:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,212
Posted By jillie
It's been a few years but we stayed at Fishing...

It's been a few years but we stayed at Fishing Bridge CG. Full hook-ups. Close to the store and, best of all, step out your door in the morning and be right in the middle of things.

At that time...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 04-28-2014, 08:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,696
Posted By jillie
Found this link which answers some questions but...

Found this link which answers some questions but you need to dig to get to the info for most states.
Alternative Fuels Data Center: All Laws and Incentives Sorted by Regulation...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 04-28-2014, 08:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,696
Posted By jillie
Well, that leaves us out on a limb. Surely there...

Well, that leaves us out on a limb. Surely there will be a work-around. MB is doing a lot of advertising of their new BlueTEC cars. Those cars also need no greater than B5 diesel. But if B5 is...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 04-28-2014, 08:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,696
Posted By jillie
Called the fuel distributer that is close to us...

Called the fuel distributer that is close to us and learned that their ULSD is B2 as required by the state of Pennsylvania. Hmmmmmm. That got me to thinking. After some internet research, I...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 04-27-2014, 09:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,373
Posted By jillie
We bought off the lot. Didn't have time to wait...

We bought off the lot. Didn't have time to wait for a factory order.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 04-27-2014, 08:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,696
Posted By jillie
When driving the Class A, I never paid much...

When driving the Class A, I never paid much attention to the type of diesel available. Just got in line with the big guys. I remember when ULSD started to be sold. Guess I just stopped looking at...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 04-27-2014, 06:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,696
Posted By jillie
Looking for diesel fuel

We just purchased a RoadTrek diesel in Florida this spring. Driving it home back north we had some difficulty finding diesel that was B5 or less. Truck stops were B20. Even some name brand gas...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 04-27-2014, 06:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,373
Posted By jillie
We just bought a RoadTrek on the Sprinter...

We just bought a RoadTrek on the Sprinter chassis. The rear sofa can be made into a king bed or two twin beds. It's easy to do with the electric control for the sofa.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 03-12-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,878
Posted By jillie
The Roadtrek brochure we picked up this winter...

The Roadtrek brochure we picked up this winter gives this info for a new 170-Versatile.
Front single bed length - left, right . . . 58", 74"
Front single bed width . . . 22" (maximum)
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-17-2014, 08:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By jillie
Haven't seen that movie in years. Must find a...

Haven't seen that movie in years. Must find a copy to watch to see what I remind you of. :-)
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-17-2014, 03:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,916
Posted By jillie
Excellent photos to show the difference. Our...

Excellent photos to show the difference. Our scourge this winter is stink bugs. Four months from home and we're still finding them flying around the lights at night.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-17-2014, 03:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By jillie
I love Tex-Mex, the spicier, the better, but...

I love Tex-Mex, the spicier, the better, but hubby is more Pennsylvania Dutch. Guess he could sleep by himself tonight! ;-)
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-17-2014, 03:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By jillie
I come from a long line of car, truck, and John...

I come from a long line of car, truck, and John Deere mechanics. Have heard they were some of the best in Oklahoma but maybe that was just family bragging.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-17-2014, 02:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,916
Posted By jillie
If you ever get stink bugs inside, you'll know...

If you ever get stink bugs inside, you'll know it. And you'll know it for weeks if one gets smashed inside the MH. When smashed, they smell awful. If you plan to catch them in a tissue and throw...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-17-2014, 02:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By jillie
Thoughts on fixing the bathroom fan

I had called FantasticFan and got excellent service. Within 10 days the parts I needed (the lift arm and lift motor) arrived at no charge to me.

Finally we had a few days in a row with clear...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-07-2014, 08:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 825
Posted By jillie
Got the Fan-Tastic fan

Received the parts for the fan yesterday. Read all the instructions this morning.
First question: we have a fan with the rain sensor. Instructions are to unscrew it on top of the fan. What exactly...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-31-2014, 02:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,184
Posted By jillie
Yeah, everything will have to wait until Monday. ...

Yeah, everything will have to wait until Monday. Big weekend coming up.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-31-2014, 09:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,184
Posted By jillie
Reached Sharon B. at Fantastic-Fan today. You...

Reached Sharon B. at Fantastic-Fan today. You were all correct. Best customer service I've had in a long time. 👍 New fan being shipped. Will be here in 5-7 days. Now if our rain will just stop long...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-28-2014, 04:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,184
Posted By jillie
I called them today but got a recording that they...

I called them today but got a recording that they closed beginning yesterday because of the weather. Wonder if I'll have to wait until spring. ;-)
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-27-2014, 05:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,184
Posted By jillie
Free is good!

Free is good!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-27-2014, 10:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,184
Posted By jillie
Took a bit of pulling but I got the connections...

Took a bit of pulling but I got the connections apart. Now to find a replacement part.
Thanks for your quick responses. I can always count on this group!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-27-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,184
Posted By jillie
So the pliers will go on the thinner red areas on...

So the pliers will go on the thinner red areas on each side of the connection and not on the wires themselves? It looks like there's no seam in the red covering.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-27-2014, 09:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,184
Posted By jillie
Fan-Tastic Vent

The bathroom fan is on the blink. I took the knob down and it looks like the gear is stripped. My problem is how to get these connections apart so I can go look for a replacement.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-24-2014, 11:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,088
Posted By jillie
What parts are these?

We had these three parts listed on an older work order for our coach. Anyone know what they are and what they do?

NEW016168
NEW018372
NEW019584
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-13-2014, 07:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,229
Posted By jillie
How do I get to the o-ring!

How do I get to the o-ring!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-13-2014, 07:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,229
Posted By jillie
Here's a photo. I'll go check all those spots...

Here's a photo. I'll go check all those spots tomorrow after our expected showers.

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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-13-2014, 10:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,229
Posted By jillie
Big storm, small drip

We had a big thunderstorm the other night with heavy rain and wind. The next morning I noticed a few drops of water dripping from the handle on the tv antenna inside. I checked the roof today and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-02-2013, 05:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,384
Posted By jillie
:exactly:

:exactly:
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-02-2013, 05:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,808
Posted By jillie
We bought a 2011 Ventana almost three years ago...

We bought a 2011 Ventana almost three years ago and enjoy it very much. This is a high quality product that we're proud to show our friends. The Comfort Drive is a real plus for me. We thought...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-13-2013, 06:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,219
Posted By jillie
Another kitchen idea

Earlier I posted photos of the hooks I added behind the stove. Lately I'd gotten tired of dealing with the dish drainer; it always seemed to be taking up space I needed. My solution: I bought one of...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-11-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,674
Posted By jillie
Called Sleep Comfort today. They're shipping a...

Called Sleep Comfort today. They're shipping a new mattress for $60. As posted here, very nice people to deal with.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-07-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 15,584
Posted By jillie
My sentiments exactly!

My sentiments exactly!
Forum: Canada Region 11-05-2013, 07:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 16,707
Posted By jillie
We start on I-81 in Pennsylvania. Follow it down...

We start on I-81 in Pennsylvania. Follow it down to Exit 300 in Virginia where we pick up I-66. Stay on I-66 to Exit 28 to US 17S. Follow US 17S to I-95S. Take I-295 around Richmond. (Saw a huge...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-05-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,744
Posted By jillie
Good links. The hardest part is deciding what is...

Good links. The hardest part is deciding what is extra on this coach. We're trying to find the price sheet that was in the coach when we bought it.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-05-2013, 08:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,744
Posted By jillie
Selling RV

Hubby and I have decided to settle down and want to sell our Newmar. Before we advertise it, we need to find out what a fair price is. I know a good place for that information has been mentioned on...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-05-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,674
Posted By jillie
Switched the hoses (and the controls) yesterday. ...

Switched the hoses (and the controls) yesterday. My side lost a little air overnight but not as much as before. A call to Sleep Comfort is next.

I mentioned switching the controls because I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-01-2013, 04:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,674
Posted By jillie
Thanks for the directions. I'll try that...

Thanks for the directions. I'll try that tomorrow early. Gotta give myself plenty of time before bedtime in case I mess something up. :o

If switching the hoses doesn't show me where the problem...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-31-2013, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,674
Posted By jillie
Ha! Ha! I just remembered. His side used to...

Ha! Ha! I just remembered. His side used to leak a little bit of air at night but mine didn't. Now it's the opposite. Maybe he beat me to it by switching chambers. :laugh:
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-31-2013, 02:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,674
Posted By jillie
I'll dig through the paperwork to see if I can...

I'll dig through the paperwork to see if I can find the booklet. Maybe I'll just reverse the tubes and let hubby sleep in the hole. :whistling: I hope I will find the directions for disconnecting...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-31-2013, 11:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,674
Posted By jillie
Leaking sleep comfort mattress

My side of the sleep comfort bed has been losing air this fall. I need to pump it up a bit twice a night. :sad: I think I worked something lose in the lines when I pulled the corner of the mattress...
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