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Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-20-2020, 04:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,737
Posted By gmpartsvet
Camping for Cubs Game

I've been a lifelong resident of Chicago and the northwest suburbs for 70 years. Fish Lake Beach is an ok campground, mostly seasonal sites. There is also a Yogi Bear in New Caledonia, Wi. The...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-30-2019, 07:44 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,279
Posted By gmpartsvet
I did purchase the annual license on their new...

I did purchase the annual license on their new copilot app with RV configuration and that's the one I'm having trouble with. I too am looking at the Garmin 770 or 780. One poster was in touch with...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-27-2019, 08:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,527
Posted By gmpartsvet
Lifetime maps?

The RV 780 doesn't have the "LM" in the model number. Does anyone know if it features free lifetime maps?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-25-2019, 10:13 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,279
Posted By gmpartsvet
Worst GPS ever!

I've been using copilot for years and needed to upgrade to their new copilot for rv. It has gotten worse every day. It will not show nor report any of my selected poi's except some in Illinois for...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-28-2019, 06:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 303
Posted By gmpartsvet
2013 Ventana wiring issues

I've been wrestling with a few electrical problems for a couple years now. One is that the voltage is always low, about 12.6v on the chassis batteries while the house batteries are ok, about 13.6....
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-12-2019, 04:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,077
Posted By gmpartsvet
Any General Motors dealer parts department will...

Any General Motors dealer parts department will stock part# 88861206. It is a 1oz bottle of fluorescent dye used to find leaks for engine oil, power steering fluid, ATF, and fuel. Pour it into your...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-19-2018, 04:32 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 15,295
Posted By gmpartsvet
2019 Info

I see when you click on the sticky for the 2018 coach links then on the link for the 2018 floor plans and build sheets you get all the 2019 build sheets, floorplans, pricing, and options.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-15-2017, 03:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,812
Posted By gmpartsvet
We were in the area 2 weeks ago taking a tour of...

We were in the area 2 weeks ago taking a tour of another brand and decided to take the Newmar tour again since we were there hoping to see some 2018's we are considering. We were disappointed...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-13-2017, 04:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,011
Posted By gmpartsvet
I believe my model came with a manifold heater...

I believe my model came with a manifold heater rather than glow plugs, and since the icon is lit before I connect the batteries or put the key in the ignition I have to think it is something...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-13-2017, 04:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,011
Posted By gmpartsvet
Thanks, I'll check that out. I wonder if that...

Thanks, I'll check that out. I wonder if that would be under a special policy since I'm out of the 3-year warranty.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-13-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,011
Posted By gmpartsvet
Wait to start icon lit

Our motorhome is a 2014 isb on a freightliner xcr chassis. We have never driven it at temps below 40 degrees or so. Last week before I put the key in the ignition or even turned the chassis batteries...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-18-2017, 04:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,138
Posted By gmpartsvet
On my previous 2006 Suncruiser there were...

On my previous 2006 Suncruiser there were opposing front slides and no locks. When driving in a strong crosswind from the left, the top of the curbside slide was moving out 6". I cut a 2x4 to wedge...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-30-2017, 02:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 833
Posted By gmpartsvet
Thanks for the replies. That's how I thought the...

Thanks for the replies. That's how I thought the AH operated. As far as the tv across from the couch and midship tv goes I will figure out when and if we purchase this coach. I currently have a...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-29-2017, 04:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 833
Posted By gmpartsvet
38M Questions

We're trying to decide between an Aspire 38M and a Newmar Dutch Star. We currently own a Newmar Ventana so I am familiar with the way the Newmar systems work, but have questions on how Entegra does...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-09-2017, 02:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,139
Posted By gmpartsvet
We had purchased the RM ipad app and with no...

We had purchased the RM ipad app and with no updates for a few years now have decided to put away the ipad and mount the android tablet that has copilot loaded on it and relearn that one. The RM has...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-24-2017, 05:25 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,383
Posted By gmpartsvet
I'd like to read the dealer agreement that had to...

I'd like to read the dealer agreement that had to be signed with Newmar concerning warranty service. Also, I do believe Newmar will pull a franchise from a dealer. I purchased mine from a dealer...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-20-2016, 04:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,013
Posted By gmpartsvet
Factory Mods

We're just beginning to shop for a new coach and the Aspire is catching our eye. How accommodating is Entegra to making modifications to the standard build such as adding/deleting TV's, switching...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-31-2016, 01:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,426
Posted By gmpartsvet
The 40AP does not have an extra 1/2 bath. It is...

The 40AP does not have an extra 1/2 bath. It is identical to the 37AP except for the extra storage between the bedroom and closet.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-28-2016, 07:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,038
Posted By gmpartsvet
Thanks all for the suggestions. I'll have some...

Thanks all for the suggestions. I'll have some time in a couple weeks to check connections as I believe that is the problem. I sure wish I could get hold of an electrical schematic though.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-24-2016, 09:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,038
Posted By gmpartsvet
11.2 volts coming from where?

We have a 2013 Ventana 3634 purchased new. Twice the dash has rebooted going down the interstate losing all gauges and power. Whenever I start the coach even when the chassis batteries read above...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-24-2016, 08:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,909
Posted By gmpartsvet
We've had our 2013 Ventana 3 years, 12,000 mi,...

We've had our 2013 Ventana 3 years, 12,000 mi, and about 15 trips. It's been at Freightliner 7 times due to check engine lights, dash rebooting twice while going down interstate losing all gauges...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-07-2016, 04:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 976
Posted By gmpartsvet
Dutch Star 3736

Some Dutch Star 3736 models were ordered by some of you with 2 recliners in place of the driver-side sofa. Were you able to modify the love seat area with a fold-out sleeper-sofa so there would be...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-30-2015, 10:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,225
Posted By gmpartsvet
We have both Copilot and Rand Mcnally on our wifi...

We have both Copilot and Rand Mcnally on our wifi only iPad and use a bad elf for Bluetooth GPS. They are both good apps. I prefer the RM because it seems easier to pan in and out and switch views,...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-10-2015, 07:05 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 32,887
Posted By gmpartsvet
Second time dash rebooted while driving

Ours is a 2013 Ventana but built on a 2014 chassis. Yesterday while cruising around 67mph on level ground the cruise disengaged, all gauges froze where they were, and the info center began to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-28-2015, 04:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,047
Posted By gmpartsvet
On our 2013 ventana, hd wiring, ground sat option...

On our 2013 ventana, hd wiring, ground sat option wiring, blu Ray, everything you are asking for was included except the hd runs between the two av cabinets. The only run between the two cabinets...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 05-06-2015, 07:53 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,237
Posted By gmpartsvet
We've used both S&T and Delorme. They were both...

We've used both S&T and Delorme. They were both good products. After S&T sent me on some wild rides we switched to Delorme. It's been a few years since we used it but from what I remember, Delorme...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 03-12-2015, 03:33 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,237
Posted By gmpartsvet
BobGed- I used copilot on my laptop about...

BobGed-

I used copilot on my laptop about 10 years ago for a few years and really liked the product. Then the outdated maps messed me up a few times so I bounced from S&T and Delorme on the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-04-2015, 09:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,735
Posted By gmpartsvet
We have been using the iPad app for 2 years...

We have been using the iPad app for 2 years without any of the issues described above. It's a wifi only iPad 2 with a bad elf bluetooth connection. Over the years I've used copilot, Microsoft...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-02-2015, 07:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,146
Posted By gmpartsvet
I'm looking forward to attending Monday and...

I'm looking forward to attending Monday and Tuesday next week.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-20-2014, 09:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,236
Posted By gmpartsvet
After our water goes through the iron filter and...

After our water goes through the iron filter and softener, what is lefts is 1500 ppm of total dissolved solids. I checked out a deionizer like the Costco unit but the manufacter told me that while...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-05-2014, 07:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,954
Posted By gmpartsvet
Makes me want to trade in my 3634.

Makes me want to trade in my 3634.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-02-2014, 06:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 804
Posted By gmpartsvet
If you have the wifi only version of the ipad 2...

If you have the wifi only version of the ipad 2 like I do you need a device to furnish GPS. Bad elf makes a couple I have used.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-01-2014, 11:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,436
Posted By gmpartsvet
We've used it for 2 years and it's worked well...

We've used it for 2 years and it's worked well for us. I have used a half dozen for tablets or laptops and I don't think any are perfect.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-30-2014, 02:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,508
Posted By gmpartsvet
Thanks, Dean. That the information I was looking...

Thanks, Dean. That the information I was looking for.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-30-2014, 02:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,855
Posted By gmpartsvet
Here's the update on my slideout problem. ...

Here's the update on my slideout problem.

We drove (150 miles one-way) to the factory in August. They worked on the coach for about 4 hours. The two front slides were only pitched inward less...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-30-2014, 02:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,918
Posted By gmpartsvet
X2 on lack of resources. My last 2 coaches were...

X2 on lack of resources. My last 2 coaches were another brand, and I printed off the complete parts manual (over 300 pages) and electrical schematics (25 pages) that proved invaluable over the years...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-29-2014, 03:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,508
Posted By gmpartsvet
Let me back up a little. I wish to continue...

Let me back up a little. I wish to continue using the Rand McNally app on my ipad. I'm not interested in other apps at the moment, as I have used a half dozen and the RM app has worked the best for...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-21-2014, 03:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,508
Posted By gmpartsvet
Can I use smartphone as GPS antenna?

We have been using the Rand Mcnally ipad app for a couple of years. The ipad is a wifi only model and we purchased a Bad Elf gps that connects to the ipad via bluetooth to supply the gps signal. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-20-2014, 07:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,289
Posted By gmpartsvet
We have a 36' Ventana with 2 15K units. We spent...

We have a 36' Ventana with 2 15K units. We spent 4 days in low 100+ with high humidity and no shade and it did fine.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-14-2014, 09:06 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 31,418
Posted By gmpartsvet
Does anybody know if the 7730 is available in the...

Does anybody know if the 7730 is available in the iPad app version yet?
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-01-2014, 07:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 666
Posted By gmpartsvet
We've been using the freightliner dealer in...

We've been using the freightliner dealer in Palatine on Rand south of Lake Cook.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-27-2014, 11:32 PM
Replies: 4,575
Views: 1,571,227
Posted By gmpartsvet
I'll be there Sunday evening for a Monday...

I'll be there Sunday evening for a Monday appointment to have a slideout repaired.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-28-2014, 09:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,691
Posted By gmpartsvet
It's hard to know what the previous owner did. ...

It's hard to know what the previous owner did. On our 2013 Ventana the cable input is in the white box. The coax leads to the antenna booster by the passenger seat. With the booster off the signal...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-24-2014, 08:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,855
Posted By gmpartsvet
When I plug in at home mine reads 20 amp, which...

When I plug in at home mine reads 20 amp, which is what I am plugged in to.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-22-2014, 08:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,855
Posted By gmpartsvet
I finally had a chance to check the topper...

I finally had a chance to check the topper tension. With the slides out I could easily turn the topper to take the tension off. The top of the slide did not come out any further. My appointment at...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 07-15-2014, 08:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,262
Posted By gmpartsvet
I used the Delorme on my laptop for a few years...

I used the Delorme on my laptop for a few years then switched to the rand mcnally on my ipad because the tablet was easier to mount. I liked the delorme over the other programs I used on the laptop...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-07-2014, 05:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,401
Posted By gmpartsvet
Our Ventana is a year old and all 4 slides have...

Our Ventana is a year old and all 4 slides have the gap you mention at the top. Measured on the outside two slides extend over an inch more on the bottom than the top leaving a gap between the foam...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-29-2014, 09:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,853
Posted By gmpartsvet
We have a 2013 36' Ventana with 2 15k units and...

We have a 2013 36' Ventana with 2 15k units and the extra roof insulation. Last summer we were parked facing south with no shade in 102 degrees and the inside of the coach never went above 80.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-19-2014, 09:12 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 16,411
Posted By gmpartsvet
We just did a 1000 mi trip last week and it...

We just did a 1000 mi trip last week and it worked great. I think it's very user friendly too. We use a wifi only ipad with a bad elf gps and no 3G/4g.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-19-2014, 09:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,855
Posted By gmpartsvet
That's a possibility and I would try adjusting...

That's a possibility and I would try adjusting the toppers first. The right front slide is pitched in 3/4" though and it doesn't have a topper.
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