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10-02-2017, 07:23 AM
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Fixing the Doghouse
Discovered that the front of the doghouse on our 3401 Baystar is not screwed down at all. Just "floating" there. I want to attach it more solidly, but wonder if anyone has any specific ideas. Seems like if I just screw it down, it will be hard to find those holes again in the future if removed. Any ideas appreciated, at least I'm not in the doghouse this time!
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Formerly 2005 Winnebago Minnie 31C
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10-02-2017, 07:56 AM
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Winnebago Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner
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How about using some 1/4 inch fender washers and #10 screws. Push down on the doghouse with your knee as you drill the holes and use an awl to find the holes in the future.
Happy Glamping.
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10-02-2017, 02:41 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Unplanned
How about using some 1/4 inch fender washers and #10 screws. Push down on the doghouse with your knee as you drill the holes and use an awl to find the holes in the future.
Happy Glamping.
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After reading your post I decided to do what you suggested. Just finished, it was a piece of cake and one more item off the list. Thanks!
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Formerly 2005 Winnebago Minnie 31C
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10-02-2017, 04:41 PM
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Newmar Owners Club
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I have the same issue and a related metallic rattle at high rpms. Goes away when passenger puts their foot on the front top area of the doghouse. On the punch list at factory apppontment next week. Will report back on the "factory" fix.
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Newmar Canyon Star 3710
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10-03-2017, 09:25 AM
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Newmar Owners Club Ford Super Duty Owner
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Same noise on my 2015 Baystar 3408, please update after service.
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10-04-2017, 07:05 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by gripnrip
Same noise on my 2015 Baystar 3408, please update after service.
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Drilled two holes, inserted two screws, snug as can be!
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Newmar, Baystar 3401 (Lucille) towing 2008 Wrangler 6 speed with Ready Brute Elite bar attached to Blue Ox Baseplate
Formerly 2005 Winnebago Minnie 31C
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10-04-2017, 07:13 AM
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Moderator Emeritus
Nor'easters Club Workhorse Chassis Owner iRV2 No Limits Club
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Welcome to the forum.
In QT's # 3 the BAY STAR section will have many MOD's and fixes for your Newmar.
All the links below in my signature will have info for your Newmar.
Enjoy the forum and safe travels.
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10-04-2017, 05:34 PM
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That's odd my doghouse has a set of angled metal that fit under the forwar section and then the two latches that pivot in on the rear, super snug from the factory wonder why that's missing.
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