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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-14-2022, 04:43 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 11,459
Posted By clawsonbob
How do you handle loud, rude people at night?

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I just tell her that if she doesn't quiet down, I'm not going to bring her camping with me anymore. :)

Flame suit on



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Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-14-2022, 08:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 942
Posted By clawsonbob
When we first got DS 4369, I didn't look at that...

When we first got DS 4369, I didn't look at that wrench that carefully and presumed it was for the whole house filter in the water bay. After I figured it out, and I realized I didn't have a water...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-11-2022, 08:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 539
Posted By clawsonbob
Word of thanks to Tom Chelbana for help with slide motor bolt issue

I just want to give a quick shout out to Tom, for his prompt response, help, and experience with loose bolts on the slide motors problems so many of us experience. We are on the road for an extended...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-03-2022, 01:56 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,620
Posted By clawsonbob
Following. Thanks Tom for the contributions you...

Following. Thanks Tom for the contributions you post and help you provide.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-13-2022, 02:24 AM
Replies: 331
Views: 500,553
Posted By clawsonbob
Not in northern IL, but in nearby SW MI. This...

Not in northern IL, but in nearby SW MI. This past fall, we had a good experience getting our 15k chassis service done at Freightliner of Kalamazoo. They are also an Oasis dealer and i noticed...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-08-2022, 05:59 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 13,504
Posted By clawsonbob
Post your story on the review section of their...

Post your story on the review section of their FaceBook page. That should get their attention. Id copy and paste it to their Twitter, Instagram, TripAdvisor and Campendium pages as well. You should...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-12-2022, 06:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 793
Posted By clawsonbob
As MD - Keith points out, the The heated floors...

As MD - Keith points out, the The heated floors are powered by several GFI circuits. We have a DS 4369, and when one of our zones went out, I located zone one relay in a metal junction box in the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-12-2022, 05:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 668
Posted By clawsonbob
Front tire wear and tire rotation on TOADs ?

Hi folks. Posting this here in the Newmar group because there is a lot of good experience & wisdom here. We tow a 2018 Ford Edge FWD behind our DS 4369. We have a professionally installed Blue Ox...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-06-2021, 05:14 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,410
Posted By clawsonbob
RudysDad, we bought our DutchStar from NorthTrail...

RudysDad, we bought our DutchStar from NorthTrail and I know their service dept is slammed. I had an appt for 12/6 but am about to cancel it. If you want, I’ll be glad to see if they can give you the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-29-2021, 03:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 800
Posted By clawsonbob
I realize my attempted comedic reply above didn’t...

I realize my attempted comedic reply above didn’t really offer an answer to your question. My apologies. I did intend to add something we actually do. While you could relocate that safe, I doubt it’s...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-29-2021, 03:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 974
Posted By clawsonbob
I agree. The design does not seem to make sense....

I agree. The design does not seem to make sense. Then again, I like to think I’m smart enough to operate a thermostat, but confess to having been baffled a few times by this multi-mode hvac...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-27-2021, 06:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 800
Posted By clawsonbob
That “safe” is a fairly light duty strong box...

That “safe” is a fairly light duty strong box that mostly serves to tell a thief where everything is. We use the closet safe as follows. Throw in some cheap costume jewelry, 4-5 one dollar bills in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-06-2021, 07:55 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,348
Posted By clawsonbob
Following.

Following.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-01-2021, 12:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 403
Posted By clawsonbob
Freightliner OASIS service feedback in Indiana wanted

Anyone have experience with any of the Freightliner service centers in Indiana? Particularly STOOPS OASIS center in New Haven IN, near Ft Wayne?

I’m looking for a full 15 K chassis & Gen ...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 08-31-2021, 03:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,168
Posted By clawsonbob
Freightliner service feedback in Indiana wanted

Anyone have experience with any of the Freightliner service centers in Indiana? I’m looking for a full 15 K chassis service for a tag DutchStarr. I’ve heard mixed, and 2nd hand reviews on Stoops up...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-31-2021, 08:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 591
Posted By clawsonbob
Truck Atlas suggestions ??

What truck atlas do y’all like and why ?

What are most useful features and preferences?

Thanks all !!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-29-2021, 06:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,283
Posted By clawsonbob
I test regularly

I use a digital Refractometer from Amazon. I buy sealed containers from Walmart, I checked date code and get the freshest available, and test both my tank and sealed containers before adding. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-22-2021, 08:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 508
Posted By clawsonbob
Turn a fawcett and water pump on with no external...

Turn a fawcett and water pump on with no external power, then kill the house battery master switch. This will answer your question. Mine is connected to the house batteries.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-21-2021, 01:11 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,771
Posted By clawsonbob
You would be even more disappointed if you...

You would be even more disappointed if you learned what it actually cost to manufacture. ��
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-17-2021, 09:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,461
Posted By clawsonbob
Years ago we bought an inexpensive air mattress...

Years ago we bought an inexpensive air mattress for the kids to use in the rec room of our home. It was an Intex brand from Walmart with an electric pump built in. I was rather surprised to see the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-15-2021, 06:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,032
Posted By clawsonbob
Newmar window recall

I’m not sure if this is been posted yet or not. Units affected are detailed in the article
...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-12-2021, 06:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 435
Posted By clawsonbob
Water filter plumbing and cartridge questions?

We have the standard 10” whole house water filter in the water bay of our 2015 DS4369. I replace it every 3-6 months (usually 35-50 days/nights of use). We are not full timers. I thought I had (or...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-03-2021, 08:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,157
Posted By clawsonbob
Thanks- that’s exactly what mine turned out to be...

Thanks- that’s exactly what mine turned out to be also. Took me a while to get to that (thanks to Justin- see post above). Was hoping it would be as simple as a relay but fearing a broken connection...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-03-2021, 05:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,157
Posted By clawsonbob
BIG SHOUT OUT to Justin at NIRVC for getting my...

BIG SHOUT OUT to Justin at NIRVC for getting my floor heat back ! I had already realized I needed to test the AC output of the relays, after Justin pointed me to where they were. What I didn’t know,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-03-2021, 04:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,157
Posted By clawsonbob
Justin, thanks again. So I’m back on our DS4369...

Justin, thanks again. So I’m back on our DS4369 and I’ve located three 4” floor heat relay boxes, marked as follows:

Living Room - drivers side basement, as u said

Kitchen - in 1/2 bath vanity...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-03-2021, 08:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,157
Posted By clawsonbob
Thanks Justin- I’m out and about today but will...

Thanks Justin- I’m out and about today but will check that when I get back. I appreciate the reply !!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-03-2021, 05:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,157
Posted By clawsonbob
Front zone tile floor heat not working - any suggestions?

In our 2015 DS 4369, we’ve enjoyed the 3 zone tile floor heat without issue. This last trip, our rear bath and master BR floor heat worked fine, but the forward zone (salon & kitchen) did not. Wall...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-28-2021, 11:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,234
Posted By clawsonbob
I will probably do exactly that - nothing. And I...

I will probably do exactly that - nothing. And I agree with you that the std plastic latch seems woefully under built for the job. But if I were to come across a marine grade, SS or chromed steel...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-27-2021, 02:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,560
Posted By clawsonbob
Sorry if you lost the deal, been there done that,...

Sorry if you lost the deal, been there done that, I know what it’s like. Most dealers will let individual salesman work all leads and prospects and whoever gets money down first usually gets the rig....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-27-2021, 05:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,234
Posted By clawsonbob
Hmmm. I don’t even have a problem but now I want...

Hmmm. I don’t even have a problem but now I want a shiney new latch !!

I may see if I can find one of these marine style ones that’ll work.
...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-25-2021, 06:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 692
Posted By clawsonbob
You have a slide out mobile mechanic??

You have a slide out mobile mechanic?? When I first saw the title of your post, I thought how handy and convenient would this be - a rv tech mounted on a basement slide out��!!

Seriously, call...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-19-2021, 12:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 910
Posted By clawsonbob
Black tank storage question ?? Empty or other ?

Our 2015 DS 4369 gets used monthly or so. I always empty black & gray tanks, do a few black tank rinses & partial fill/drain with the factory rinse system when breaking camp. I then runs some fresh...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-18-2021, 03:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 421
Posted By clawsonbob
PDM maybe ?

What year, make, model? Might be the “PDM” .....

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f103/experienced-the-pdm-issue-this-morning-fixed-540695.html
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-17-2021, 02:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 986
Posted By clawsonbob
Thanks Ted- adding a second is ABSOLUTELY...

Thanks Ted- adding a second is ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!!

Changes battery this am-thanks once again. Will order 2 set of buttons Monday.

If our paths ever cross- I owe you a beverage of choice....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-16-2021, 09:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 986
Posted By clawsonbob
Thanks Ted. I did remove cover and could see the...

Thanks Ted. I did remove cover and could see the edge of the LI battery & ribbon. I will pull carefully on ribbon and replace battery tomorrow.

Thanks !!!!! 👍👍
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-16-2021, 04:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 986
Posted By clawsonbob
MCD shade two button remote battery change?

I have the full MCD day/nite shade package on our 2015 DS 4369.

How do I change the batteries on the two button remote above the master bed by the headboard? I can pry the small trim frame off,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-15-2021, 06:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,992
Posted By clawsonbob
Thanks Larry. Since I started testing my DEF and...

Thanks Larry. Since I started testing my DEF and DEF purchases last year, I guess I was spoiled into thinking it would always be precisely 32.5. But til now it was.
My other thought is when DEF...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-13-2021, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 810
Posted By clawsonbob
Thanks all !! My USB was switched by the factory...

Thanks all !! My USB was switched by the factory radio/Nav, as a couple members mentioned. The more I learn, the less I seem to know.

Thanks all !!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-13-2021, 08:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,992
Posted By clawsonbob
What is the Acceptable DEF Urea % range?

I know it’s supposed to be 32.5% urea content. I bought a DEF refractometer last year, keep it calibrated and fortunately both the contents of my tank and every jug purchased so far has been right...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2021, 07:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,883
Posted By clawsonbob
Haha. Good one !!😊

Haha. Good one !!😊
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-11-2021, 01:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 659
Posted By clawsonbob
Amphibious Motorhomes

Don’t we have enough bad ideas floating around already ?��

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Za63ltkMGGE&feature=youtu.be

...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2021, 12:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,883
Posted By clawsonbob
DEF - Bulk Tank or Shelf ?

Glad we settled this once and for all. What do you say we move on to tire pressure, slide operations, hauling a TOAD with or without brakes and “what’s this little red button by the mirror switch...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2021, 07:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,899
Posted By clawsonbob
Congratulations on your new coach. All the above...

Congratulations on your new coach. All the above tips and pointers are good advice. A 2018 Essex it is quite a machine. I’m going to go out on a limb here, and take a bigger swipe at this question...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-10-2021, 07:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,883
Posted By clawsonbob
Thanks for the overall system diagram above. I...

Thanks for the overall system diagram above. I too am starting to suspect the DEF quality sensor, mandated in 2016. The spike in all DEF system failures certainly seems to include a disproportionate...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-08-2021, 10:37 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,883
Posted By clawsonbob
I was in the same situation as you when we bought...

I was in the same situation as you when we bought our 2015 DS 4369 FL with 9k miles and a full DEF tank. I seem to be using about 1 gal of DEF per 40-50 gal of fuel. You (and Don above) have...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-08-2021, 10:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,966
Posted By clawsonbob
I agree with most of the comments and suggestions...

I agree with most of the comments and suggestions above. As others above stated, i would also be nervous about the long out of support Eplex system. We too were looking at basically the same models...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-07-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 810
Posted By clawsonbob
CZNEDY, Thanks, and I hope you may be pleased to...

CZNEDY, Thanks, and I hope you may be pleased to know we’re on exactly the same page. My layout is a little different, I have a single drawer at the bottom of my dash console and I did remove that to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-07-2021, 02:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 984
Posted By clawsonbob
MathisW-thanks for posting. I had looked into to...

MathisW-thanks for posting. I had looked into to these and wanted water-bay tank gauges in the worst way (for flushing and filling). I tried to get my dealer to install on last visit but they were...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-07-2021, 05:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 810
Posted By clawsonbob
Thanks, I hadn’t considered it might be powered...

Thanks, I hadn’t considered it might be powered by the radio. That could make sense, as that USB apparently serves as input for the Clarian factory radio unit. As I noted above, I don’t believe...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-07-2021, 05:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 810
Posted By clawsonbob
Thanks, I am familiar with that fuse panel and...

Thanks, I am familiar with that fuse panel and it’s the first one I checked. I would estimate I’ve got 30 or so fuses on that panel and while the labeling is fairly small print, I looked it over five...
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