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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-27-2024, 08:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 309
Posted By 10 fan
Don't forget to move the neutral to the inverter...

Don't forget to move the neutral to the inverter neutral buss.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-27-2024, 08:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 630
Posted By 10 fan
Where is the part located?

Where is the part located?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-22-2024, 10:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,443
Posted By 10 fan
When the slide is out look under and you will see...

When the slide is out look under and you will see two places where the electric extends and retracts when the slide goes in and out. That's how they get it in the wall. The one closest to your fridge...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-30-2024, 08:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 329
Posted By 10 fan
Sounds like you need to bleed the system of air....

Sounds like you need to bleed the system of air. Contact the mfg for the procedure. Probably a 2 person job. Have extra fluid so you don't have to stop in the middle. If it was empty you most likely...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-30-2024, 08:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,704
Posted By 10 fan
Have you checked the voltage with a meter (120v...

Have you checked the voltage with a meter (120v recpt)? If you don't have a meter, plug something else in and see if it works. You didn't say what happens when connected to 120v only.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-28-2024, 10:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,079
Posted By 10 fan
I bought the Remco ARV and it surged very bad,...

I bought the Remco ARV and it surged very bad, non stop unless you turn on more faucets. Remco said to remove all the water restrictors and turn on another faucet. Quit working after 3 months and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-05-2024, 10:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 787
Posted By 10 fan
I have AutoSocks and have used them once for a...

I have AutoSocks and have used them once for a short distance. They are very easy to put on and off, the storage bag unfolds to neal on so you don't get your knee's wet. I went up a pretty steep...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-02-2024, 10:19 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,775
Posted By 10 fan
First off I am a expert at nothing but being an...

First off I am a expert at nothing but being an electrician from 17 and recently retiring from IBEW I have a lot of experience. Paul65K is correct.

Someone else stated the phases are 120deg...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-02-2024, 09:40 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,775
Posted By 10 fan
When asking for the conduit as a special from...

When asking for the conduit as a special from half bath to the bay below many get denied like me. They said they only run horizonal because of the slides. I responded to the engineer that it is a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-02-2024, 08:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 677
Posted By 10 fan
If you have a clamp on multimeter you can turn on...

If you have a clamp on multimeter you can turn on several inverter loads and see which one feeds the inverter. Or if you have a non contact temp probe you can check the temp of both and then turn on...
Forum: Going Green 08-26-2023, 11:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,055
Posted By 10 fan
When I ordered my coach I wasn't sure what I was...

When I ordered my coach I wasn't sure what I was going to do (solar) so I ordered 2 solar preps. I decided on 2 strings of 6 panels in series, one on each solar prep wires and 2 Magnum PT-100's. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-26-2023, 10:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 457
Posted By 10 fan
Is the ignition in the correct position for a...

Is the ignition in the correct position for a 2021? My 2018 had to be in the off position until I changed it.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-26-2023, 10:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 289
Posted By 10 fan
Mine did the same thing. I took it off and...

Mine did the same thing. I took it off and hammered the rivet tight again. It's been 3 years and is still tight.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-14-2023, 09:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 707
Posted By 10 fan
Here's the link where I first posted the info....

Here's the link where I first posted the info. The hard part is removing the ATS and drilling out the rivets. It's not a hard job, just takes a little time. Take pictures and notes as you disconnect...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-18-2023, 08:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,399
Posted By 10 fan
I had one go out 3 years ago and it was...

I had one go out 3 years ago and it was discontinued by Dometic even though they still sell the same a/c unit. I found them here for $3.60 each with a $20 minimum. I bought 6....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-14-2023, 09:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 658
Posted By 10 fan
With the drivers side slide out mine never airs...

With the drivers side slide out mine never airs up on that side until I put the slide in. With that amount of weight that far from center I think it's normal.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-07-2023, 10:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 416
Posted By 10 fan
Thumbs up Oil Drain Valve

4 years ago I bought the EZ Oil Drain Valve, it would stick out to far and be the lowest part of the coach so I decided not to install it. It was 1/8" shorter than the Fumoto drain valve. I saw the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-02-2023, 09:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By 10 fan
If you have or can borrow an inspection camera...

If you have or can borrow an inspection camera check the top of the tank to see where it's leaking. I doubt there is a fitting there, probably rubbed a hole in the line. If you can follow the line...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-02-2023, 08:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,849
Posted By 10 fan
Have you changed the set point above the inside...

Have you changed the set point above the inside temp and measured the current draw to see if the compressor does turn off? Last year in Alaska was the first time I set it at 0 and it only got to 4...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-23-2023, 07:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 717
Posted By 10 fan
When shore power is connected check to see if you...

When shore power is connected check to see if you have voltage on both legs at the contactor (follow wires from cable). Then check the output side to see if you have voltage there. If only one leg is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-15-2023, 09:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 351
Posted By 10 fan
On my 2018 the KIB control module is in the...

On my 2018 the KIB control module is in the electrical bay with the cable reel. It's up high on the right side. On the top of the module there are 2 yellow wires, unplug the smaller one. That is the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-03-2023, 08:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 479
Posted By 10 fan
Just noticed my answer didn't post. EZ7B and...

Just noticed my answer didn't post. EZ7B and adaptor A22 (not A22 long)
They fit my 10K perfect.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-29-2023, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,076
Posted By 10 fan
When I ordered mine Bestmaterials.com had the...

When I ordered mine Bestmaterials.com had the best price and very good customer service.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-29-2023, 09:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,076
Posted By 10 fan
You are correct, it does not stich to silicone. I...

You are correct, it does not stich to silicone. I used 4" to cover 1/4" silicone bead and 1 1/2" dicore beads. 6" to cover Newmars 4" eturna bond tape on the front cap and rear raised roof cap. It...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-28-2023, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 479
Posted By 10 fan
If it's the same as an Onan 10K I can get you the...

If it's the same as an Onan 10K I can get you the part # tomorrow. I replaced mine with a Easy Oil Drain Valve. It was 1/8" shorter than the Fumoto valve. Makes it alot easier and cleaner.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-28-2023, 08:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,076
Posted By 10 fan
When Newmar said to check the sealant every 6...

When Newmar said to check the sealant every 6 months, clean and reseal any cracked areas I covered every seam with Eturna Bond tape. It's guaranteed for 15 years. this stuff will last forever and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-11-2023, 08:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,427
Posted By 10 fan
I bought the same Remco and replaced it under...

I bought the same Remco and replaced it under warranty 3 times in the first year. It surges even though it is a variable speed(all 4). Remco said to turn on a second faucet or remove all the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-11-2023, 08:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,914
Posted By 10 fan
I bought an Iceco that has been bouncing around...

I bought an Iceco that has been bouncing around in my Jeep for 3 years. It has the same compressor as the big names with a 5 year warranty. The price was less than half of all the rest. So far it...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-08-2023, 10:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 720
Posted By 10 fan
It's probably in the wet bay. Mine was mounted on...

It's probably in the wet bay. Mine was mounted on the side wall part way up and hidden.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-03-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,378
Posted By 10 fan
10% Off Coupon

Got this yesterday and thought I would pass it on.
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 02-25-2023, 10:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 846
Posted By 10 fan
I went to Alaska last year and brought back a lot...

I went to Alaska last year and brought back a lot of halibut and salmon. I took a vacuum sealer with me which makes it easy, catch filet freeze. I filled the outside fridge freezer and inside...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-25-2023, 08:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 962
Posted By 10 fan
I have auto socks and have used them once. They...

I have auto socks and have used them once. They were easy to put on, take off and store. They weigh nothing and come in a water proof bag that opens to double it's folded size to neal on. I went up...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-18-2023, 11:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 579
Posted By 10 fan
Those are the same ones I buy for the ceiling....

Those are the same ones I buy for the ceiling. The hold down is different but look exactly the same. replaced 10 so far with 6 more under the bed.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-18-2023, 11:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 565
Posted By 10 fan
email sent

email sent
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-17-2023, 11:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 565
Posted By 10 fan
Did you mean the generator input was switched...

Did you mean the generator input was switched with the shore power input? If the generator input was switched with the "ats output to the 240v electric panel" the contactor for the generator would...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-16-2023, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 396
Posted By 10 fan
Do they all flicker? Are you on batteries or...

Do they all flicker? Are you on batteries or shore power? I would check the house battery voltage when they flicker.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-08-2023, 08:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,600
Posted By 10 fan
What about North Trails?

What about North Trails?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-07-2023, 09:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,378
Posted By 10 fan
To bad he didn't save it, a lot of good parts. My...

To bad he didn't save it, a lot of good parts. My contactor was closing when it should but only passing one hot and the neutral so I new the control part was working. I thought it was going to be the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-07-2023, 09:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,518
Posted By 10 fan
On my 2018 DS it is controlled by the TSC-100 KIB...

On my 2018 DS it is controlled by the TSC-100 KIB circuit board in the electrical bay (cord reel). When looking in it's up high on the right. It also controls tank level displays and toilet 75%,100%...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-06-2023, 10:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,378
Posted By 10 fan
Sounds like your friends got lucky. The hard part...

Sounds like your friends got lucky. The hard part is removing the transfer switch. The contactors are riveted in place so you need access to the back to drill them out. This is the type of job that...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-31-2023, 09:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,378
Posted By 10 fan
Surge Guard 40350RVC repair

When on shore power only one leg was passing thru the contactor (intermittent). I contacted CHINT in China, they do not make replacement contacts, I figured that was going to be my problem. They put...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-25-2023, 08:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 284
Posted By 10 fan
I have solved several problems with the help of...

I have solved several problems with the help of Walt at KIB (American Technology). He knows his stuff inside and out. Great guy and a lot of help.
800 238-2687 leave a message and he will get back...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-16-2023, 09:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,946
Posted By 10 fan
My DEF head was replaced under the 5 year 50,000...

My DEF head was replaced under the 5 year 50,000 mile emissions warranty. I was past the 3 year 36,000 Cummins warranty on the engine.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-16-2023, 09:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,427
Posted By 10 fan
I can get around the front half but the rear 6...

I can get around the front half but the rear 6 are almost touching each other. I put a knee on the frame to reach the back six to check the T handle. They have never come loose. The outside edge of...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-09-2023, 10:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,427
Posted By 10 fan
I ordered my coach with 2 solar preps so I didn't...

I ordered my coach with 2 solar preps so I didn't have to run any down. I went with 200w bi facial panels. 6 in series to a Magnum PT100 each string. Best I have seen is 121a charging the batteries....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-09-2023, 09:35 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,089
Posted By 10 fan
I would start with checking the voltage at the...

I would start with checking the voltage at the batteries, have your meter on the batteries and someone open the fridge door to start the compressor. If it drops the check the voltage across each...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-07-2023, 10:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,427
Posted By 10 fan
Here's a couple pictures of mine. I have one side...

Here's a couple pictures of mine. I have one side secured with two stainless hinges to the aluminum frame which is bolted to the awning brackets. On the front 6 the center leg is secured with 3m...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-06-2023, 08:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,946
Posted By 10 fan
Shouldn't that be covered under the 5 year 50,000...

Shouldn't that be covered under the 5 year 50,000 mile emissions warranty?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-28-2022, 09:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 779
Posted By 10 fan
Good write up with pictures. Many of us with 2018...

Good write up with pictures. Many of us with 2018 DS had to add fender washers to the bottom of the 8 bolts (in your red circle). Rather than drop them Newmar didn't bother to install them. They dig...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-26-2022, 04:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,312
Posted By 10 fan
When I checked with Newmar they said mine wasn't...

When I checked with Newmar they said mine wasn't but the 2019 was.
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