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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-26-2023, 03:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 522
Posted By Ssgritton
I have a 3609 with a 1 1/2 bath setup like yours,...

I have a 3609 with a 1 1/2 bath setup like yours, there is a pluming digram in your bag of paper work. I would not think that the shower would drain into the black tank without something to prevent...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-16-2023, 06:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,613
Posted By Ssgritton
Estimate Plate OR GET Description 2023...

Estimate


Plate OR GET
Description 2023 Newmar Baystar 26K F53
VIN
Odometer 0
Estimate # 33822
Service Advisor Brice
Technician NA
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-16-2023, 01:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,613
Posted By Ssgritton
How to fix the F53 ride!!!

Henderson Line Up “When you know the Difference”
I had the pleasure of taking my 2023 3609 Newmar to them and have the doctor diagnose my F53 Motorhome suspension, we all know deep down inside we...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-07-2023, 11:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By Ssgritton
Agree, but when it is posted on the old...

Agree, but when it is posted on the old controller to just put your finger on the panel for 17 to 20 seconds for the old models, I would have figured someone to know the new way in on the 10.1 panel....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-07-2023, 11:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 567
Posted By Ssgritton
Love ours, this is the last year of that floor...

Love ours, this is the last year of that floor plan but we felt it fit us the best. I like how we have the whole wall outside with just the one small slide out. Couple of minor isues resolved by...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-04-2023, 02:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,105
Posted By Ssgritton
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2795336403825807/p...

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2795336403825807/permalink/24123428210589984/
Read this it might help
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-04-2023, 02:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,432
Posted By Ssgritton
My fuse panel for the fridge is in my mid...

My fuse panel for the fridge is in my mid bathroom, I had mine pre wired for solor as an option.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-04-2023, 10:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By Ssgritton
Kevin, thanks for the reply, I know how to add...

Kevin, thanks for the reply, I know how to add the one iteam I need to add and the tanks are calibrated. I hate to have to drive two hours to perform one simple change, I don't think I would benifit...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-03-2023, 12:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By Ssgritton
the Tech had to remove it and install it so i did...

the Tech had to remove it and install it so i did not see him do it but what I can tell is it clips in behind the wall. I think they have a new system for getting into the new panels for service set...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-03-2023, 10:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By Ssgritton
KIB service mode

I have a 2023 Baystar 3609, we had to replace the KIB pannel under warranty, I need to get into service mode to program our tank configuation (the tech did not do it correctly and they are hours away...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-10-2023, 11:53 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,500
Posted By Ssgritton
Tag axle is huge, we have drove 38 ft without one...

Tag axle is huge, we have drove 38 ft without one and my CC 37ft had a tag, what a difference. I wish they made new 37ft with Tags. If you go to 40 you can get that tag back? When you know the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-07-2023, 06:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 592
Posted By Ssgritton
Wow, you mean my coach won't be ready untill May...

Wow, you mean my coach won't be ready untill May and they will charge me to delete something from the order? We do change orders all the time and never charge unless already delivered. They havent...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-07-2023, 05:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 592
Posted By Ssgritton
Newmar Flexibilty in the build?

Is Newmar flexable in changing things in the build, I wanted to upgrade the dimond shield two levels up on a Baystar but no go. Now the only option would be to tell them to leave off the standard...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 03-03-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,379
Posted By Ssgritton
We had a 37 ft Allure 2005 with a tag axle hard...

We had a 37 ft Allure 2005 with a tag axle hard to find but if you do they are a dream to drive. 2005 is when they raised the roof also.

Call Premier in Juction City Oregon ask for Louie the owner...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-03-2023, 12:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,355
Posted By Ssgritton
Thanks for all the locations of your safes, can't...

Thanks for all the locations of your safes, can't wait to meet up with you on the road. LOL sorry I had to.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-10-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 16,173
Posted By Ssgritton
So the benefits of LS is the following: 1....

So the benefits of LS is the following:

1. Better ride down the road
2. Don't get pushed around when trucks go by or wind.
3. Able to lower or raise motor home 3 inches, great for curbs and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-09-2023, 05:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,551
Posted By Ssgritton
LS should help right?

LS should help right?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-09-2023, 03:27 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 16,173
Posted By Ssgritton
Nice job on your blog

Nice job on your blog
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-09-2023, 10:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,551
Posted By Ssgritton
7.3 engine problems in new Baystars

We have ordered a baystar 3609, I have been reading some posts of people haveing problems with the new engine. For those who have purchased an RV with the new motor hows has it been working for you?...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-09-2023, 08:41 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,572
Posted By Ssgritton
So if you drive 4000 miles a year (snow bird) it...

So if you drive 4000 miles a year (snow bird) it will take 10 years for the problem to come up and you will be out of the 5 year warranty?

I have a Newmar on order so when I get it the first thing...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-04-2023, 08:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 822
Posted By Ssgritton
Thanks, the dealer said he has not seen it in...

Thanks, the dealer said he has not seen it in many years. Great!!!

Looking to order Monday, new Baystar 3609, if anybody nows of any current issues let me know please.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-04-2023, 09:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 822
Posted By Ssgritton
thanks, it looks good and you have dark colors...

thanks, it looks good and you have dark colors also. I'm hoping it's a old issue and it doesnt happen anymore on newer RV's.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-04-2023, 09:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 822
Posted By Ssgritton
Newmar paint checking

I'm looking at purchasing a new Baystar and I have owned a 2005 Country coach that had paint checking in the dark colors. I was wondering if any of you with coaches newer than lets say 2016 have any...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-29-2023, 11:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,690
Posted By Ssgritton
I have written other articles on mice, all of the...

I have written other articles on mice, all of the above work but what finally worked for us was to put a drop light under the coach, take an old AM radio and find a 24 hour talk radio and leave it...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-11-2022, 12:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 470
Posted By Ssgritton
Holiday or Bounder 35gl model - experiences?

It looks like in 2022 and 23 both brands have the same floor plan, I would like to hear about your experience of owning one of these please
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 06-28-2021, 03:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,314
Posted By Ssgritton
So I have a Ram 3500 dullay it does the job, my...

So I have a Ram 3500 dullay it does the job, my yellow sticker says 5600 pounds my Host posts my weight as equiped as 4400 lbs. No police problem there, they don't have a scale with them. Next, I...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 04-02-2021, 01:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,645
Posted By Ssgritton
I like my stable loads upper and lower, I would...

I like my stable loads upper and lower, I would rather ride on springs than a ball filled with air. I have a heavy camper so keeping things on metal is better for me. Less tipping from side to side...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 10-29-2020, 12:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,773
Posted By Ssgritton
I have had both types of campers, they both sway,...

I have had both types of campers, they both sway, we added stable loads and sway bar, that helps a great bit. It's the options you get with a camper that out way the drive.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-19-2020, 12:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 240
Posted By Ssgritton
2003 Monaco La Palma 36PED - Are there any known problems?

My family memeber is looking at purchasing this motor home with a V10, any known issues they should look for besides batteries and tires?
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-23-2020, 05:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 702
Posted By Ssgritton
Boy, do we know about the smoke in Oregon, we...

Boy, do we know about the smoke in Oregon, we live in Salem Oregon, our boat was stuck in the middle of Detriot lake. The town burned to the ground. We just got our boat back. Lots of family lost...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-22-2020, 08:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 702
Posted By Ssgritton
thanks pual65k we used our Elks membership and...

thanks pual65k we used our Elks membership and got a spot, great to be an Elk today!!!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-22-2020, 02:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 702
Posted By Ssgritton
Looking for a nice camping spot for Monterey, Cal.

We will be traveling first week in October, looking for a nice RV park for our camper? Thanks
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 08-11-2020, 05:40 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 25,486
Posted By Ssgritton
To answer your question we have had our Host for...

To answer your question we have had our Host for almost a year and love it. The bathroom door is not flimsy and the camper looks normal when it is closed so no one has direct line of sight, it looks...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 08-10-2020, 01:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,576
Posted By Ssgritton
Posting for a friend

Here is how I load my camper, just put the ball against the side of the camper if the ball moves away adjust the streering if the ball is getting pushed away ajust it back. I hit the pocket everytime...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 06-05-2020, 06:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,271
Posted By Ssgritton
There is not a better web site to help than IRV2,...

There is not a better web site to help than IRV2, I remember being in my camp site in Bend Oregon and my slide would not go in correctly, I was stuck. I called mobil repair and they said it would be...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 06-05-2020, 02:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,346
Posted By Ssgritton
10K also included those and other thngs listed...

10K also included those and other thngs listed above. This was over the life we owned it averaged out.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 06-03-2020, 02:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,346
Posted By Ssgritton
We had the 37ft 470 2005 sunset bay and loved it,...

We had the 37ft 470 2005 sunset bay and loved it, the ride was the best and it could haul 10,000lbs. Things to look at:

Make sure all the heater fans come on when you run the aqua hot, test the...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 05-21-2020, 06:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 16,854
Posted By Ssgritton
Terry Camper, after reading your other posts it...

Terry Camper, after reading your other posts it looks like you own a lance camper? Are you looking to buy a new camper is that the reason you follow other MFG of campers?



If you were to read...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 05-13-2020, 03:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,247
Posted By Ssgritton
Jeep Rubicon, Can AM side by side and my boat

Jeep Rubicon, Can AM side by side and my boat
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 04-27-2020, 04:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 16,854
Posted By Ssgritton
You wanted to know from owners and those top ten...

You wanted to know from owners and those top ten are why I purchased a Host all in one spot.

I know this turned into a one sided responce, most people on this site come from owning larger RV's...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 04-27-2020, 12:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 16,854
Posted By Ssgritton
Here is some good reasons: ...

Here is some good reasons:


https://www.truckcamperadventure.com/top-10-reasons-to-buy-a-host-camper/?fbclid=IwAR16b2Xbfij9LBfqj5xB1N8_ltmzEjq0JtjzXBjhdIYoTI-pnGI0XTlf_iI
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 04-16-2020, 01:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 16,854
Posted By Ssgritton
If you look at both like I did you will know...

If you look at both like I did you will know right away, my dealer had both on the lot so it was easy to go back and fourth. I then toured the factories and liked the way the Host was built (Framed...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-07-2020, 09:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,745
Posted By Ssgritton
https://www.victorpest.com/victor-pestchaser-pro-m...

https://www.victorpest.com/victor-pestchaser-pro-m792


This is the one I have in the camper, it worked great in my DP.

https://www.victorpest.com/victor-pestchaser-pro-m792
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-04-2020, 05:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,745
Posted By Ssgritton
Hey no problem they are just ideas, here is what...

Hey no problem they are just ideas, here is what I know if you do my list of 9 ideas I don't think you will have a mouse problem. I have not had a mouse problem in 12 years and did so before I did...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-04-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,745
Posted By Ssgritton
If you look me up I have a article on this but I...

If you look me up I have a article on this but I will give you what has worked for me the last 12 years, understand that before this I had a mouse problem. Here it goes:

1. Clean all food out and...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 03-12-2020, 10:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,015
Posted By Ssgritton
Ya, what he said.

Ya, what he said.
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 03-05-2020, 06:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,496
Posted By Ssgritton
torqlift stable loads, upper and lower helped my...

torqlift stable loads, upper and lower helped my sway at 1 to 5 miles, the Helwig helps on corners and back roads. I have no airbags all spring engaegd all the time, does pretty well, I lost the push...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 02-24-2020, 05:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,307
Posted By Ssgritton
Also have you looked at Host, we liked the 1172...

Also have you looked at Host, we liked the 1172 also but liked the Host even better.
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 02-24-2020, 04:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,307
Posted By Ssgritton
I have a 2019 3500, I have a Host Mammoth, it...

I have a 2019 3500, I have a Host Mammoth, it works great you will know it's back there. I chose to not order the airbags. I was told when you put the weight on them it bounces from sisde to side. I...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 01-23-2020, 11:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,879
Posted By Ssgritton
I have a 2020 Host Mammoth on a 2019 Ram 3500 DRW...

I have a 2020 Host Mammoth on a 2019 Ram 3500 DRW diesel, I tow a trailer with my jeep, can am or boat. It handels it ok, I moved to flat towing the Jeep to lower the weight. I installed a Helwig...
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