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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-16-2023, 07:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 478
Posted By drdonny
It was the cable as you mentioned. It had...

It was the cable as you mentioned. It had actually sheered off. Had to get a Mobile RV Tech. I kept trying to figure how to get plastic casing off. I did not think about unbolting latch attached to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2023, 02:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 478
Posted By drdonny
I do not.

I do not.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2023, 09:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 478
Posted By drdonny
Baggage Door Won't Open

This is bay next to pegboard so no access. It is 1/2 bay that backs up to oasis. Looking for suggestions.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-05-2023, 09:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 712
Posted By drdonny
I was actually on way to your NIRVC Nashville...

I was actually on way to your NIRVC Nashville Sunday when this occurred . That is what I suspected, but Colorado stated techs want to discuss more in-depth with Newmar. I am there for water bay...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-05-2023, 06:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 712
Posted By drdonny
House batteries not charging while driving

I was driving and XITE Screen and camera screen went dead. When stopped to research Silverleaf was also dead. Unplugged TM 102 with no results. As soon as I plugged into shore power everything was...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-15-2023, 06:48 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,321
Posted By drdonny
Wishing you and Junelle much success and that ...

Wishing you and Junelle much success and that God will continue to bless your business and family. As previously mentioned fire pits and maybe a hot tub.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-01-2023, 05:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,849
Posted By drdonny
My fuse was blown. Noticed the same leaking down...

My fuse was blown. Noticed the same leaking down after a few days. I use air leveling 80% of the time as much as a week at a time
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-23-2023, 11:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,044
Posted By drdonny
This happened first time within 10 miles after...

This happened first time within 10 miles after replacement.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-23-2023, 09:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,044
Posted By drdonny
Def gauge on dash showing red

Def head was replaced 60 days ago. Twice Def Guage on Digital Dash changes from normal blue color showing full to a red color showing full. Took if to shop yesterday no codes were seen. This has...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-26-2022, 03:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,379
Posted By drdonny
Thanks

Thanks
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-25-2022, 05:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,379
Posted By drdonny
Is length important? Do you weld the flat bar...

Is length important? Do you weld the flat bar so it is fixed where it cannot slide backwards on d ring?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-23-2022, 07:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,379
Posted By drdonny
I did not see your previous post on how you made...

I did not see your previous post on how you made it. Thanks for the picture and how you welded it. Thanks
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-22-2022, 08:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,379
Posted By drdonny
Would you entertain making some of these to sale...

Would you entertain making some of these to sale at a cost for your time, materials and shipping.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-09-2022, 04:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,857
Posted By drdonny
They replaced sensor is what mechanic told me. He...

They replaced sensor is what mechanic told me. He show me the part which was a coiled stainless steel ring little over a foot long that was in tank. Thanks for your interest and help.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-03-2022, 05:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,857
Posted By drdonny
Will do

Will do
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-02-2022, 07:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,857
Posted By drdonny
It goes through Spartan not Cummins and they...

It goes through Spartan not Cummins and they would not authorize it. Believe me I tried.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-02-2022, 07:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,857
Posted By drdonny
My issue was a def head issue. Was told they only...

My issue was a def head issue. Was told they only replace sensor now and not whole unit. They said it would be a generation 8 sensor. Covered under warranty and 3 hours labor allowance. I was...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-02-2022, 06:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,038
Posted By drdonny
Mims towing in Clanton , Al near Birmingham towed...

Mims towing in Clanton , Al near Birmingham towed me with no damage and even moved to center of road to miss possible tree branches several times. . Would highly recommend if ever in the area. Did...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-02-2022, 06:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,019
Posted By drdonny
Steve and his crew are good friends to know.

Steve and his crew are good friends to know.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-30-2022, 12:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,038
Posted By drdonny
Thanks my friend. Will keep you posted with what...

Thanks my friend. Will keep you posted with what caused the problem
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-30-2022, 12:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,038
Posted By drdonny
[QUOTE=Archer2;6369493]DrDonny, sorry that you...

[QUOTE=Archer2;6369493]DrDonny, sorry that you have to tow but here is a link to a 3 page about towing coaches with some useful links to how to do it safely, good luck...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-29-2022, 10:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,038
Posted By drdonny
Towing Newmar London Aire

Do to def problems will need to be towed. Does generator exhaust or other things a problem. I know axel will need to be removed. Any other suggestions or precautions. Had no luck finding a mobile...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-25-2022, 05:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,857
Posted By drdonny
Thanks for all your help. I have gone to 0 now...

Thanks for all your help. I have gone to 0 now and have a stop engine light just cranking engine at my home. Spartan does not want to send a mobile tech, but have me towed to a Cummins Facility. I am...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-25-2022, 07:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,857
Posted By drdonny
Is it safe to drive with audible alarm going off?...

Is it safe to drive with audible alarm going off? Does it get louder when it is getting closer to shut down?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-21-2022, 10:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,857
Posted By drdonny
Thanks for your help. I hope to make it to...

Thanks for your help. I hope to make it to Cummins next Monday about 30 miles. Have already driven about 25 miles. I was told by Spartan and Cummins the same thing last week. Definitely has not...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-21-2022, 09:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,857
Posted By drdonny
This code came up a week ago and was told by...

This code came up a week ago and was told by Spartan it would be OK to drive Would not be a problem unless real cold weather. Take it to Cummins if it did not clear in the next 5 or 6 times cranking...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-21-2022, 08:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,857
Posted By drdonny
Spartan Cummins Code

Anyone seen this
Audible Engine Alarm
5246 16-Data above normal MS Aftertreatment SCR Operator Inducement Severity
2020 London Aire
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-31-2022, 08:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 718
Posted By drdonny
The Valid on 2020 London Aire only has low and...

The Valid on 2020 London Aire only has low and high. It is different from Hadley
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-13-2022, 06:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 737
Posted By drdonny
Had the same mysterious piece found on my 2020...

Had the same mysterious piece found on my 2020 London Aire. No one new what is was on delivery so it was tossed. So far no problems.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-13-2022, 05:49 AM
Replies: 321
Views: 49,532
Posted By drdonny
Unfortunately I did not save the tire . I did...

Unfortunately I did not save the tire . I did send some pictures to Chuck. Cudos to Bobby Dowdle for locating me a tire. He is always helping people on the forum or very available with his time on...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-12-2022, 10:25 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 49,532
Posted By drdonny
I had a blowout today on I65 in Kentucky and the...

I had a blowout today on I65 in Kentucky and the Rettroband’s performed with very little pull on steering wheel. No damage to coach and we were safe and sound. They were worth their weight in gold
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-07-2022, 07:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,505
Posted By drdonny
Try resetting the 2 breakers on the passenger...

Try resetting the 2 breakers on the passenger side where your cranking batteries are
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-12-2022, 01:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,175
Posted By drdonny
] On my 20 London Aire I emailed...

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On my 20 London Aire I emailed about paint issues and also chassis rail water intrusion into peg board bay when driving in rain from drive tire to have documented since warranty . He...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-06-2022, 05:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
I do not suspect fuel was stolen.I think the...

I do not suspect fuel was stolen.I think the Silverleaf History will help solve the mystery when I go to Newmar in August. I think coach was plugged in , but AC was not on. Then after temperatures...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-05-2022, 07:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
I did and when turned generator off I could...

I did and when turned generator off I could restart AC’s
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-29-2022, 09:44 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
I believe that is what happened. I had dropped...

I believe that is what happened. I had dropped off for service and I they plugged it in, but did not turn AC on. Silverleaf showed the generator kicked on about 2 hours after plugged in.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-28-2022, 06:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,011
Posted By drdonny
Bobby is a big help on the forum and unselfish...

Bobby is a big help on the forum and unselfish with his time.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-28-2022, 03:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
Would it come on if plugged in? Is Silverleaf...

Would it come on if plugged in? Is Silverleaf smart enough to turn AC on if not set to Cool.
Thanks DCG
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-21-2022, 08:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
You are not reading the information correctly or...

You are not reading the information correctly or the entire posts. It was running when I arrived to picked it up. You are assuming the fuel tank was full which it was not and assuming that generator...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-20-2022, 07:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
History in Silverleaf showed plugged in around...

History in Silverleaf showed plugged in around 10AM and generator came on 1 hour later. Wondering if they did not turn AC on when plugged in and when inside temperatures got high it came on.. I will...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-20-2022, 12:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
I have been taught that my whole life. I have...

I have been taught that my whole life. I have owned over 5 motorhomes in 20years (Bluebirds and Newmars) I respectfully disagree. Fuel gauge on Spartan dash said low fuel and bottom quarter of gauge...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-20-2022, 12:02 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
Generator was running when I arrived to pick up...

Generator was running when I arrived to pick up Saturday night after leaving for service. After looking at Silverleaf history it came on around 11 Thursday morning. I used wrong word when I said...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-20-2022, 05:15 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
That was what I have always heard, but the fuel...

That was what I have always heard, but the fuel gauge was red and said low fuel. I put 141 gallons in a 150 gallon tank.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-19-2022, 06:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
I left it at NIRVC for service. When I got there...

I left it at NIRVC for service. When I got there last night the generator had been running for a while evidently. I only had enough fuel to drive 60miles. The surge protector at the pole showed...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-19-2022, 11:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
I am not there to know what is before hand Set...

I am not there to know what is before hand Set to start at 11.8 V top off 13V run time 60 minutes AC was running with generator running
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-19-2022, 11:32 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,893
Posted By drdonny
Generator is coming on when plugged into 50 amp service

Generator is starting when plugged in to 50 amp service. just burned 500 dollars of diesel. Any ideas where to look for the cause? 2020 London Aire
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-08-2022, 05:39 AM
Replies: 374
Views: 52,320
Posted By drdonny
Exciting day for sure. I think I saw where you...

Exciting day for sure. I think I saw where you are going to Hoots this year. Looking forward to to seeing you and your new Mountain Aire.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-04-2022, 05:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 547
Posted By drdonny
I would feel the same way for sure and don’t...

I would feel the same way for sure and don’t blame you. I have read to have generator on or be plugged in with engine running to make,sure voltage does not drop so it has another power to lift slide...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-16-2022, 07:30 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,185
Posted By drdonny
Good eye on tennis ball

Good eye on tennis ball
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-15-2022, 04:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,185
Posted By drdonny
Is there any concern with entry of varmits when...

Is there any concern with entry of varmits when not in use and bay door is
shut since it is now an enlarged opening?
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