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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-12-2020, 06:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 847
Posted By kab449
Consensus from 3 different dealers is for special...

Consensus from 3 different dealers is for special orders they will have to come from next year’s chassis allocation. They start building the 2022 models in the summer for delivery late summer or...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-10-2020, 06:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 847
Posted By kab449
Just went through a build on a Bay Star 3014 and...

Just went through a build on a Bay Star 3014 and the flooring can be:
1. Bedroom Carpet and Vinyl Sheet Flooring is standard.
2. Vinyl Tile in place of the standard vinyl sheet flooring but...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-06-2020, 04:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,942
Posted By kab449
I entertained moving from a fifth wheel to a...

I entertained moving from a fifth wheel to a Newmar Bay Star. Got prices for my trade at wholesale trade and asked for MSRP Discount price in case I sell my trailer privately. I got a poor trade...
Forum: Full-Timers 06-07-2020, 03:44 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 13,419
Posted By kab449
Splendid Combo works just fine for us. When we...

Splendid Combo works just fine for us. When we leave to sightsee just load it and forget it. It’s done when we come back. We don’t wear formal clothes, just jeans a t shirt. Does the bedding and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-19-2020, 06:29 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 43,916
Posted By kab449
I live in a small town in PA. I just bought the...

I live in a small town in PA. I just bought the house aside of me, tore down the house and built a RV garage on the lot using the existing utilities. I walk out my back door and take about 20 steps...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 12-13-2019, 05:34 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,324
Posted By kab449
At my stage of life, I am always cognizant of the...

At my stage of life, I am always cognizant of the fragility of human life. When my time is up, every box will be checked!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-09-2019, 11:46 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 12,243
Posted By kab449
Precision Circuits Tech Services explained the...

Precision Circuits Tech Services explained the operation to me like this: Charging Source
Alternator with engine running
The small pole on the BMS receives at least a 13.1 volt...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-09-2019, 11:14 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 12,243
Posted By kab449
Sorry I didn't quote the post I was responding to...

Sorry I didn't quote the post I was responding to in my previous post.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-09-2019, 11:04 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 12,243
Posted By kab449
I had the same experience you had with the...

I had the same experience you had with the battery management relay. They only draw power when moving the contacts so they can be at either of the 2 positions. When you replaced the battery or do...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-10-2019, 05:44 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 33,661
Posted By kab449
$40 outside no amenities, central PA

$40 outside no amenities, central PA
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-28-2019, 07:02 AM
Replies: 347
Views: 48,604
Posted By kab449
Many places we camp have no cell service or wifi....

Many places we camp have no cell service or wifi. What do you do then? Read a book?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-27-2019, 07:11 PM
Replies: 347
Views: 48,604
Posted By kab449
We just keep our Dish Subscription and use the...

We just keep our Dish Subscription and use the portable satellite when we can get a clear view. The Dish subscription gives us Dish Anywhere that we can stream using the app on our phone or iPad. ...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 10-22-2019, 05:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,324
Posted By kab449
Your a lot more patient than I ever could be. ...

Your a lot more patient than I ever could be. Good luck on your quest.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-22-2019, 06:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,324
Posted By kab449
Are you a member of the Galleria Facebook Group?....

Are you a member of the Galleria Facebook Group?.
There is lots of discussion there about the virtual shutdown of production of The Galleria due to the lack of Sprinters. Forest River didn’t show...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-26-2019, 05:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,211
Posted By kab449
The ProAir is a unit with its own compressor...

The ProAir is a unit with its own compressor running on 12 volts. It requires the Lithium Battery system which includes a second alternator on the Diesel engine. Driving you can run the AC all the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-02-2019, 01:21 PM
Replies: 403
Views: 67,984
Posted By kab449
We are camping adjacent to a really nice rail...

We are camping adjacent to a really nice rail trail. The trail is flat but the access road to it is steep. Sure nice to twist the throttle and pedal easily up the hill for a 65 year old.
Best...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-21-2019, 06:00 AM
Replies: 403
Views: 67,984
Posted By kab449
I have 2 of the Rad Mini Step Thru Foldables. ...

I have 2 of the Rad Mini Step Thru Foldables. Excellent construction and great support.
They fit in our Bighorn Fifth Wheel Basement.
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 06-06-2019, 06:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,880
Posted By kab449
Took a year to fix all the problems. It is now...

Took a year to fix all the problems. It is now the coach I expected when I picked it up last April. Hang in there it’s worth it.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-06-2019, 06:36 PM
Replies: 403
Views: 67,984
Posted By kab449
I have the same one for 3 years and over 20,000...

I have the same one for 3 years and over 20,000 miles. It’s great and fits in my fifth wheel basement.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-30-2019, 07:26 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,506
Posted By kab449
Same here!

Same here!
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 05-16-2019, 08:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,439
Posted By kab449
Do you know there is a very active Facebook Group...

Do you know there is a very active Facebook Group for the Coachmen Galleria? If your on Facebook search for the group and ask to be allowed if you are interested.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 02-14-2019, 04:17 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 21,074
Posted By kab449
I have mine (24Q) for almost a year. I don’t...

I have mine (24Q) for almost a year. I don’t have the Lithium Battery Pack either. Just. 330 amp hour AGM and the propane generator. It does have all the other features like Truma Combi, Firefly...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-19-2016, 01:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,217
Posted By kab449
After thinking about this, if your combo was...

After thinking about this, if your combo was factory installed and Tiffin incorporated the paint scheme over the vent, it might pose a problem replacing the outside vent with the paint. I installed...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-19-2016, 07:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,217
Posted By kab449
Told you to remove the vent on the outside. If...

Told you to remove the vent on the outside. If you couldn't use it again they make a nice chrome replacement.


Keith and Brenda
2014 Tiffin 36LA
2015 Ford F-150 Lariat Toad
Maui (Yorkie)...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-15-2016, 11:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,217
Posted By kab449
I installed mine myself. The vent hose will be...

I installed mine myself. The vent hose will be the only problem as the water hoses and electric cord should have enough of slack or can be disconnected.
I would remove the outside angle cap and...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-14-2016, 12:51 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 54,941
Posted By kab449
No seam tape on my coach. Just a 3" wide by 1"...

No seam tape on my coach. Just a 3" wide by 1" thick sealant like another poster. I just cleaned and waxed my roof and went over every inch of it. No separation, splitting, or cracking. 2 years...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-10-2016, 07:44 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 54,941
Posted By kab449
What problems? Best coach I have ever owned. ...

What problems? Best coach I have ever owned. Back to the dealer for 3 small items under warranty 2 years ago and Tiffin replaced the dinette cushions because of inferior material used by the...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-04-2015, 05:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,834
Posted By kab449
You don't have to contribute to TRVN if you so...

You don't have to contribute to TRVN if you so choose. It is not mandatory, but if you own a Tiffin motorhome you will gladly contribute because it will save you a lot of headache and money.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-21-2015, 07:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,903
Posted By kab449
F150: 5300 # Edge: 4100 # Not much...

F150: 5300 #
Edge: 4100 #
Not much difference due to the aluminum body. So much more room and versatility. A Lariat is not a work truck and it rides better than most cars and SUV's.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-21-2015, 07:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,903
Posted By kab449
Any towed vehicle with a compressor type aux...

Any towed vehicle with a compressor type aux brake system will require a charge line from the motorhome. A system that uses the air from a Diesel motorhome and if you don't use one at all will not...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-20-2015, 06:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By kab449
My buddy traded his 36LA for a Tiffin RED. The...

My buddy traded his 36LA for a Tiffin RED. The dealer asked him if he could send a driver to his house 2 weeks before he was taking delivery of the RED to pick up the 36LA. They had it sold without...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-20-2015, 06:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,903
Posted By kab449
I haven't pulled it far yet as I am working on...

I haven't pulled it far yet as I am working on the auxiliary braking system but it doesn't pull much different than the CRV. It weighs 5300 pounds which added to my coach loaded weight is less than...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 09-08-2015, 07:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,642
Posted By kab449
Use auto level first. Then run each jack for a...

Use auto level first. Then run each jack for a second or two to take more weight off the coach suspension. If the ground is soft use ground pads.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 09-03-2015, 06:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,204
Posted By kab449
I'll address the towing question as others have...

I'll address the towing question as others have adequately addressed the inverter.
Your chassis should have a GCWR of 30,000 lb. If you weigh just the motorhome fully loaded you can subtract the...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-31-2015, 07:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,053
Posted By kab449
Next time you get to your coach turn on the front...

Next time you get to your coach turn on the front AC unit only and go into the bathroom. you will feel air coming out of the vent because there is one long duct from the front to the rear.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-25-2015, 06:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,611
Posted By kab449
The carpeted area the main part of the sofa sits...

The carpeted area the main part of the sofa sits on is higher than the main floor. Mine angles down also when pulled out. The only problem it has caused so far is a 6" tear on the bottom of the...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-18-2015, 06:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,773
Posted By kab449
If going to the Hershey show, you will be able to...

If going to the Hershey show, you will be able to see first hand what you are contemplating buying. Negotiating a good price there will be tough. Colton RV in NY usually reps them. They figure the...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-08-2015, 07:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,082
Posted By kab449
Check the ground wire.

Check the ground wire.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-08-2015, 07:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,688
Posted By kab449
13' 4". Just finished my garage. 22' wide and 50'...

13' 4". Just finished my garage. 22' wide and 50' long and 16' high. 14' X 14' panel overhead door.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-07-2015, 09:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,508
Posted By kab449
The Sumo Spring option is a must in my opinion. ...

The Sumo Spring option is a must in my opinion. Really helps the ride on two lane roads and city driving. The 24000 lb frame is a necessity on this size coach to prevent overloading the axles.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-22-2015, 07:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,470
Posted By kab449
Full Synthetic 5/20 Mobil One. I use a Fram...

Full Synthetic 5/20 Mobil One. I use a Fram filter, can't recall the number. Fumoto Drain valve is great. I attach the drain tube to it to keep the oil from splashing all over the place. Thanks...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-19-2015, 06:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 913
Posted By kab449
I bought my coach from the Wixom, MI location. I...

I bought my coach from the Wixom, MI location. I had a good experience with them. I did purchase my coach new.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-15-2015, 07:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,468
Posted By kab449
Phil, this is my experience before I added the...

Phil, this is my experience before I added the washer/dryer combo:
Front Axle 7900
Rear Axle 14600
Total 22500
These were actual weights with me, 1/2 tank water, full fuel, and...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-14-2015, 07:10 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 10,096
Posted By kab449
I don't proofread as good as you. My computer...

I don't proofread as good as you. My computer doesn't recognize NEWMAR so it autocorrects.
I just don't get anyone posting on an owners forum when they are not an owner. Also, why not post a...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-13-2015, 08:36 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 10,096
Posted By kab449
I looked at many coaches and many different...

I looked at many coaches and many different manufacturers before buying my current coach. It was the floor plan, workmanship, and price that worked for ME! I suggest you do your homework and find...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-04-2015, 06:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,964
Posted By kab449
I see lots of Honda CRV's, but if buying one they...

I see lots of Honda CRV's, but if buying one they have to be 2014 or older. The 2015 models are CVT transmission and not flat towable. I use Demco towing products.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-04-2015, 06:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,164
Posted By kab449
That's why I bought a Tiffin!

That's why I bought a Tiffin!
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-03-2015, 07:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,379
Posted By kab449
I tried without success to edit my above post to...

I tried without success to edit my above post to include a disclaimer.
Here it is: I do not have a business or investor relationship with Super Springs International the maker of Sumo Springs. ...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-03-2015, 06:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,379
Posted By kab449
A Part of the TiffinRVNetwork • Login...

A Part of the TiffinRVNetwork • Login (https://www.tiffinrvnetwork.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=144&t=68461)
Read this thread on TRVN. There was not one Tiffin Owner who had them installed or...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-01-2015, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,379
Posted By kab449
IMHO the best suspension improvement you can make...

IMHO the best suspension improvement you can make on the Ford chassis is the addition of SUMO SPRINGS. Tiffin now offers them as an option after testing. They are a little pricey and the rears are...
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