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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-05-2022, 01:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 881
Posted By kamakalama
Update: Problem Solved

I ran auto-level again which lowered the middle jacks but also leveled the trailer low-left (again) which was the original problem.

So the zero point was set incorrectly when the trailer was...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-04-2022, 11:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 881
Posted By kamakalama
There are no pads. The jacks don't appear to...

There are no pads. The jacks don't appear to have sunk in

There is a lot of weight on the left slide (stove, fridge, etc.) when it was extended, it leaned the rig in that direction a little bit...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-04-2022, 11:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 881
Posted By kamakalama
Its the first time out with this rig. Previous...

Its the first time out with this rig. Previous rvs had only 4 jacks so the middle jack is new for me.

The manual says the middle jacks are used to stabilize only and can't be controlled...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-04-2022, 10:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 881
Posted By kamakalama
Leveling Question

Greetings from Pismo Beach CA. First post on this forum.

My trailer has the LCI Ground Control 3.0 system with 6 jacks.

When opening up the trailer, with the slides closed, I performed auto...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-15-2020, 10:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,651
Posted By kamakalama
My favorite place in the area. Dog friendly on...

My favorite place in the area. Dog friendly on the patio too. Winter every year at Pismo Coast Village. Just left this morning.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-13-2020, 12:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 670
Posted By kamakalama
View/Navion boat towing

I have a light weight 15ft aluminum fishing boat I want to tow and launch with a View 24D.

Does anyone tow a boat with their View?

Looking for comments about how this might work out at the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-24-2019, 01:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 717
Posted By kamakalama
24D shower question

I'm considering a 24D to replace my Ventana. I like the layout. Plenty of storage, acceptable OCCC, excellent counter space, good seating, and a decent refrigerator are all a priority.

I'm...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2019, 05:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By kamakalama
Ordered on Amazon.

Ordered on Amazon.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2019, 03:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By kamakalama
Ordered the Intellitec controller. Newmar no...

Ordered the Intellitec controller. Newmar no longer uses C-Storm. Fingers crossed hoping I can reach behind the panel enough to replace the push-on connector.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2019, 11:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By kamakalama
Agree. Ours failed a couple of years ago. No...

Agree. Ours failed a couple of years ago. No fire on it though. One AC leg failed open at the brushes.

Also agree about a basement smoke detector. Going to add one ASAP.

I got the WPC...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2019, 08:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By kamakalama
The problem appears have been caused by a failed...

The problem appears have been caused by a failed module located next to the water pump called "Water Pump Control (WPC145) (https://www.cstormelectronics.com/products.html)" which takes input from...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2019, 12:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By kamakalama
Thanks for the reply. It was a...

Thanks for the reply.

It was a plastic/bakelite kind of smell. Something was burning for a while to fill the basement with smoke. Unsettling for sure.

I'll call Newmar and see what they...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-19-2019, 08:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By kamakalama
Smoke in the Basement. Tank Monitor?

Has anyone experienced an electrical failure with the tank monitors?

This evening, we noticed a strong burning (electrical) smell in the coach. I checked the basement and found it full of acrid...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-27-2019, 02:37 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,915
Posted By kamakalama
<< Where are you parked? We're in Pismo...

<< Where are you parked?

We're in Pismo Beach CA and not using the heat. Just the electric fireplace overnight.

Thinking I'd do the wire switch over and fix the pump when I get home. Cant...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-27-2019, 11:22 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,915
Posted By kamakalama
Our hot water quit suddenly yesterday. We're 3...

Our hot water quit suddenly yesterday. We're 3 weeks into a 3 month trip. The control panel shows a zone fault in summer loop. It appears the summer loop pump has failed. We took showers today by...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-08-2018, 11:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,528
Posted By kamakalama
Full-wall slide noise ---- Plus Operation of older FWS's

When retracting the FWS, I recently noticed a single sharp knock occurs just as the FWS starts to move in. It then closes normally.

Does anyone else notice this happening or know what might be...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-05-2018, 01:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 752
Posted By kamakalama
>> Anything that can be done to prevent it from...

>> Anything that can be done to prevent it from happening?

I never had a problem with the FWS before this. I (almost) always run the slide out while still aired up and after checking the gaps. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-04-2018, 11:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 752
Posted By kamakalama
FWS alignment shot

Our FWS is two or three inches out of alignment front to back. I was lucky to get it closed enough to go on the road.

I think it happened one night when I hit the slide control switch when trying...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-10-2018, 08:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 683
Posted By kamakalama
>> Have you checked the electric drive motors...

>> Have you checked the electric drive motors mounting bolts?

Checked them a couple of days ago. All were tight except the bedroom.

Last fall, I installed locktite and Nord-Lock washers. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-10-2018, 06:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 683
Posted By kamakalama
FWS acting badly

Apologies if this has been covered before...

Our FWS has been ok up until now. I always run the slide out after checking the gaps and before dumping the air. Today, while closing up, it started...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-10-2018, 11:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 870
Posted By kamakalama
I raised the jacks and checked the doors. The...

I raised the jacks and checked the doors. The coach rests low to the front and driver-side. At this point there is no door bind.

I leveled the driver side leaving the front low. Still no bind...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-10-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 870
Posted By kamakalama
I used auto-level. I'll raise the jacks...

I used auto-level.

I'll raise the jacks and start over doing it manually.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-10-2018, 09:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 870
Posted By kamakalama
Basement Doors Bind

We've been parked for about a month and discovered two of our curb-side basement doors are badly binding at the top on the header. (The one for the pull-out and the one behind it) No issue on the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-08-2017, 03:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 675
Posted By kamakalama
Wall Mounting

I want to mount a bracket for a Dyson vacuum on the wall in the closet. Can anyone suggest what hardware to use?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-04-2017, 08:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 925
Posted By kamakalama
Does anyone have a part number/source for an...

Does anyone have a part number/source for an Accuride stabilizer like the one below?

I checked the tire shop that last worked on the coach and they were clueless.

184726
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-03-2017, 09:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 925
Posted By kamakalama
I have one of those stabilizers missing. Can a...

I have one of those stabilizers missing. Can a new one be installed with the wheel on?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-13-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,520
Posted By kamakalama
I just got a great rate from National General via...

I just got a great rate from National General via Good Sam. I'm in Washington State. Switched from Nationwide.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-12-2017, 05:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,566
Posted By kamakalama
Our keypad is dead. Lucky to have keys in my...

Our keypad is dead. Lucky to have keys in my pocket. Spent several hours troubleshooting door contacts, fuses, wiring, etc. No luck. Maybe a bad controller. Don't trust it so not going to bother...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-24-2017, 05:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,734
Posted By kamakalama
We were at a park in Portland OR for a few days. ...

We were at a park in Portland OR for a few days. The shower valve developed a leak (a separate story of its own).

I turned off the water at the park outlet and removed the leaky valve leaving the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2017, 09:24 PM
Replies: 919
Views: 260,672
Posted By kamakalama
On our 2014 unit, the kitchen slide motor can be...

On our 2014 unit, the kitchen slide motor can be accessed from the first basement compartment behind the front wheel.

From that bay, looking up and to the left, following along the drive shaft,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2017, 06:25 PM
Replies: 919
Views: 260,672
Posted By kamakalama
Buly, OverDo, Thanks for the suggestions. That...

Buly, OverDo, Thanks for the suggestions. That solved the problem. Loosening the bolts alone didn't help. When I moved the slide out a bit, the motor could be moved just enough to start the bolts...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-14-2017, 08:20 PM
Replies: 919
Views: 260,672
Posted By kamakalama
Mine are all 3/8" (9/16" wrench) except for the...

Mine are all 3/8" (9/16" wrench) except for the bedroom which is 5/16"

The issue mentioned in the post is on the kitchen slide.

Good suggestion thanks, to tap the bracket but access to the area...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-14-2017, 06:25 PM
Replies: 919
Views: 260,672
Posted By kamakalama
Started the Loctite fix with Nordlock washers...

Started the Loctite fix with Nordlock washers today. It didn't take long to have a problem....

Working on the kitchen slide, no problem with the 2 lower bolts. In and out in minutes. No problem...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-14-2017, 03:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,361
Posted By kamakalama
I’ve used this solution for several years. ...

I’ve used this solution for several years.

https://outsideourbubble.com/secure-private-rv-wi-fi-and-making-a-better-park-connection-for-under-100/

Inexpensive and works very well
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-13-2017, 09:54 AM
Replies: 919
Views: 260,672
Posted By kamakalama
I'm ready to do the blue Loctite on our 2014...

I'm ready to do the blue Loctite on our 2014 after having to tighten the bolts a few times. They were all loose the first time I checked. I'll be using Nordlock washers as well.

I'm paranoid...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-27-2017, 06:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,063
Posted By kamakalama
Fixed the paneling and trim today. Thanks to...

Fixed the paneling and trim today. Thanks to all for the inputs about how to proceed.

For the trim, in both cases it was too long and jammed into the floor causing it to buckle. I used a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-22-2017, 11:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,063
Posted By kamakalama
Haven't got to it yet. Interesting that 2 units...

Haven't got to it yet. Interesting that 2 units share the exact same problem...

I was thinking about using some 3m double sided tape or construction adhesive as suggested here.

I'll post...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-16-2017, 09:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,164
Posted By kamakalama
My cord reel failed the same way last year. I...

My cord reel failed the same way last year. I contacted Glendenning directly and they took care of it.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-11-2017, 02:30 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 14,352
Posted By kamakalama
2011 crv

2011 crv
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-11-2017, 01:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,063
Posted By kamakalama
Don't know what it could be ... :confused: ...

Don't know what it could be ... :confused:

Haven't had any leaks or floods. Always stored under cover. Affected areas are interior walls in center of the coach.

Seems to be associated with...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-11-2017, 10:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,063
Posted By kamakalama
Loose Paneling / Trim

I have loose corner trims in several places and one interior wall where the paneling has separated from the framing and bowed out. (its the wall shown in the first photo)

It looks like the parts...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-25-2017, 10:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,201
Posted By kamakalama
Tried bypassing the door contacts today but still...

Tried bypassing the door contacts today but still no joy. Sent an email to Tri-Mark asking for suggestions. Thinking bad relay contact in controller.

In Summary:

-- The doorbell does work
...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-24-2017, 09:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,201
Posted By kamakalama
Checked the 'keyless entry' circuit at the fuse...

Checked the 'keyless entry' circuit at the fuse for 12 volts. Checks good. The controller has 12volts.


I previously bypassed the door contacts but still didn't work. I'm going to try it again...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-24-2017, 06:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,201
Posted By kamakalama
Checked the fuses today. All are good. When...

Checked the fuses today. All are good. When checking them, a red LED goes on when a fuse is removed. On F17 however (the one for "keyless entry") the red LED does not go on when the fuse is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-07-2017, 11:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,627
Posted By kamakalama
We ordered our Advantium with outside venting. ...

We ordered our Advantium with outside venting. Photo shows the vent. Wind entering the vent while driving rattles the oven damper causing a bit of noise
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-03-2017, 10:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,201
Posted By kamakalama
Thanks for the suggestion. I'll check the fuse...

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll check the fuse next time I get to the coach.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-03-2017, 02:23 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,984
Posted By kamakalama
Pismo Coast Village. Pismo Beach CA. Great...

Pismo Coast Village. Pismo Beach CA. Great lay-back beach town.

PCV is right on the beach just north of Oceano Dunes State Park where you can drive the beach or the dunes.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-02-2017, 10:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,201
Posted By kamakalama
Keyless Entry Quit Working

My Trimark keyless entry quit working.

I bypassed the door contacts and applied 12 volts on the coach side to successfully actuate the lock solenoid but the solenoid will not respond to the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-14-2017, 09:38 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,969
Posted By kamakalama
@Gamechanger, Please elaborate on this. What is...

@Gamechanger, Please elaborate on this. What is the plumbing arrangement of the coolant lines that makes this possible? Is there a diagram somewhere?

I had a zone pump go out last year. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-24-2017, 04:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 736
Posted By kamakalama
How to remove hub caps

How do I remove the front and rear hub caps on Freightliner without scratching or gouging up the wheels?
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