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07-11-2020, 06:16 AM
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Senior Member
Newmar Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner Spartan Chassis
Join Date: May 2010
Location: McAlester Ok
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Going to Nappanee...”must do” vs. “optional” tasks
What to have done at Nappanee?
We have owned a ‘07 KSDP model 3912 for 5+ years. The odometer is at 89,000 miles, of which we have put 40K on it. The rig is well maintained and have spent lots of money on various upgrades.
I am scheduling a trip to Nappanee this winter for a never ending problem with passenger side, kitchen slide out. Since Nov. it has blown 3 controllers, and a $2k gear motor. And it has never been cycled in an out more than 5 times between each failure.
My question for this group is regarding items on the Newmar, maintenance list. Which ones are “must do” verses “save your money”.
Here are a couple that I am not sure about.
*Torque Suspension 89K miles and no issues why mess with it, if it ain’t broke?
* Check engine support fasteners. same logic
*Weigh and check ride height. I have had it four corner weighted and ride height checked 2or 3 years ago.
*Check alternator, batteries, and starter. New AGM batteries 3 years ago....starter and alternator are working perfectly.
A couple of my “must do”
* Drain and flush the radiator
*Check and lube the side fan system
*Change fluid in differential
*Service air dryer
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and opinions
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2010 Nissan Frontier SE
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07-11-2020, 06:26 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2017
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Your Rig will not get any taller but it will get Heavier with all of your added stuff since last weigh
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07-11-2020, 07:30 AM
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Senior Member
Newmar Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner Spartan Chassis
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Location: McAlester Ok
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Quote:
Originally Posted by W5CI
Your Rig will not get any taller but it will get Heavier with all of your added stuff since last weigh
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Taller? Ride height is the air suspension system and alignment. The height determines the angle of the drive shaft between the engine and the differential. If that angle gets out of tolerance, the U joints will explode. There is a valve and lever system that controls the ride height. My question to the group is once it is checked, will it change?
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2007 Newmar KSDP. 3912
2010 Nissan Frontier SE
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07-11-2020, 01:35 PM
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Newmar Owners Club Tiffin Owners Club Entegra Owners Club
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Location: Fulltiming Since 2011
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Hi - Yes it can change. The rods that link to the height valves can get bent and the bushings can wear. How often you want it checked is up to you. If ride height was checked a few years ago and you don't feel any difference than it's a toss up. I have no idea how far you travel in a year or the types of roads etc. It's not hard to check yourself and the chassis manufacturer has the specs.
Tom
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2022 Anthem 44B
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07-13-2020, 05:42 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Full time rambling
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Here are a couple that I am not sure about.
*Torque Suspension 89K miles and no issues why mess with it, if it ain’t broke?
* Check engine support fasteners. same logic
*Weigh and check ride height. I have had it four corner weighted and ride height checked 2or 3 years ago.
*Check alternator, batteries, and starter. New AGM batteries 3 years ago....starter and alternator are working perfectly.
A couple of my “must do”
* Drain and flush the radiator
*Check and lube the side fan system
*Change fluid in differential
*Service air dryer
Hi,
If you have a Spartan Chassis I would recommend you get all of the above items services by them in Charlotte MI. In addition, have them perform the 44 point inspection for $140.00 and they will make recommendations on air bags, drive shaft maintenance, ball joints, etc. Charlotte is only about 2 hours from Nappanee. We visit Charlotte and Nappanee each year for our 08 Mountain Air.
Each is expert in their particular area.
Joe
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Full timers Radioman, The Nagrivator, & Woofie the Poopless Watchdog
08 Newmar Mountain Aire 4523
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07-14-2020, 06:56 AM
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Senior Member
Newmar Owners Club Spartan Chassis
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Lake Wales, FL (Lake Ashton RV Community)
Posts: 1,036
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Radioman
Here are a couple that I am not sure about.
*Torque Suspension 89K miles and no issues why mess with it, if it ain’t broke?
* Check engine support fasteners. same logic
*Weigh and check ride height. I have had it four corner weighted and ride height checked 2or 3 years ago.
*Check alternator, batteries, and starter. New AGM batteries 3 years ago....starter and alternator are working perfectly.
A couple of my “must do”
* Drain and flush the radiator
*Check and lube the side fan system
*Change fluid in differential
*Service air dryer
Hi,
If you have a Spartan Chassis I would recommend you get all of the above items services by them in Charlotte MI. In addition, have them perform the 44 point inspection for $140.00 and they will make recommendations on air bags, drive shaft maintenance, ball joints, etc. Charlotte is only about 2 hours from Nappanee. We visit Charlotte and Nappanee each year for our 08 Mountain Air.
Each is expert in their particular area.
Joe
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Totally agree!!! Go to Spartan Factory IF you can get an appointment.
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2019 Mountain Aire 4534 and a 2017 Ford Expedition 4x4
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