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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-22-2024, 05:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 686
Posted By MD-Keith
Teachdocs - You mention finding the Sanicon...

Teachdocs - You mention finding the Sanicon re-settable fuse. Mine has been dead for awhile. Where did you find the fuse? I've located the breaker for Sanicon in the panel behind the power reel on...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-14-2023, 03:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 500
Posted By MD-Keith
Finally got in there with a competent...

Finally got in there with a competent electrician. (1) The fuses for the tray motors are in the upper left corner of the electrical board in the power bay, not on the strip of B breakers as Newmar...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-11-2023, 06:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 500
Posted By MD-Keith
Yes. Motorized storage trays, and power hose...

Yes. Motorized storage trays, and power hose reel are currently inoperable. From what I can tell that's all. Interesting, not much water got in the storage bays, but it was enough to activate both...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-11-2023, 04:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 500
Posted By MD-Keith
Thanks Don. Am I understanding you correctly...

Thanks Don. Am I understanding you correctly that those "B" breakers are re-settable and I don't need to replace ones that have blown?

I'll send my electrician brother in there shortly to see...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-11-2023, 08:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 500
Posted By MD-Keith
Thanks. Due to some back issues, I can't get to...

Thanks. Due to some back issues, I can't get to the board in the power bay, so am planning on enlisting my brother's help. I thought if I could get the parts before he arrives here it would save me...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-11-2023, 08:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 500
Posted By MD-Keith
Power Issues in Storage Bays (Breakers)

During the recent hurricane in Tampa area I took on some water in my storage bays. Not much, but apparently enough to short out the motors on the slide trays of my 2017 Mountain Aire. I called Newmar...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-30-2023, 07:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 267
Posted By MD-Keith
Sometimes turning the battery switch off and then...

Sometimes turning the battery switch off and then on will re-set the light control panels. Might not be the solution, but worth a try.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-16-2022, 10:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,965
Posted By MD-Keith
Did you try the small breaker button on the upper...

Did you try the small breaker button on the upper right side of the inverter?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-10-2022, 07:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,763
Posted By MD-Keith
There is a diagnostic feature on Silverleaf that...

There is a diagnostic feature on Silverleaf that can show error messages. I am not at my coach right now, so can't offer specifics, but someone here can I am sure. Have also found Silverleaf...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-04-2022, 07:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 558
Posted By MD-Keith
To Site Operators. It might be a good idea to...

To Site Operators. It might be a good idea to prepare a Sticky on this topic, which is one of the more frequent issues raised here. It took me a long, long time to learn where the GFCI's are...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-06-2022, 10:07 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,286
Posted By MD-Keith
I have always turned mine off when not needing...

I have always turned mine off when not needing hot water. Any electric heating element has a limited life span, and my thinking was no need to keep it hot when I wasn't using it. Plus, you are...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-19-2022, 09:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,330
Posted By MD-Keith
Final Update. It was the GFCI in the mid-bath...

Final Update. It was the GFCI in the mid-bath medicine cabinet that had tripped. I should know better. I had boats for 15 years and everything on a boat is tied to a GFCI. But put me in a MH and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-10-2022, 08:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,330
Posted By MD-Keith
2017 Mountain Aire. I am not precise on the...

2017 Mountain Aire. I am not precise on the Girard model number, it is one of the dual pitch style with lighting, but since they all work with the same G-Link controller systems I didn't think to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-10-2022, 07:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,330
Posted By MD-Keith
Girard Awning Not Working

Just double checking - having had both my inverter and house batteries replaced, I now find that my patio awning isn't working (either with remote, or at the control panel). Safe to assume that...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-03-2022, 10:06 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,009
Posted By MD-Keith
You might try re-setting the Silverleaf TM102...

You might try re-setting the Silverleaf TM102 module (Features, system diagnostics, page 3). Other with more electrical knowledge will no doubt address the wiring matter.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-23-2022, 05:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,167
Posted By MD-Keith
Well, hopefully final update on this issue. My...

Well, hopefully final update on this issue. My last post was far too optimistic on timing.

The inverter was bad, and has been replaced, but after a long wait due to supply chain issues. It took...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-27-2022, 10:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,546
Posted By MD-Keith
What Clemson said is spot on. My conversion took...

What Clemson said is spot on. My conversion took months, and three different service visits. It can be a nightmare. Find someone that knows what they are doing and pay them to do it. You will not...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-19-2022, 12:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,167
Posted By MD-Keith
Same problem exists at my home spot shore power,...

Same problem exists at my home spot shore power, and at the dealer, so that's likely not the problem. Inverter should have shipped yesterday, so I am hoping the install will take place mid-week. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-19-2022, 09:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,167
Posted By MD-Keith
Exactly. That is what I was told.

Exactly. That is what I was told.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-19-2022, 09:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,167
Posted By MD-Keith
Turbo/Mark I'm in way above my head here,...

Turbo/Mark

I'm in way above my head here, but I'll take a shot. If there is confusion it may well be I am mis-stating a few things I do not fully understand.

From what I am told (by Newmar and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-19-2022, 07:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,167
Posted By MD-Keith
Inverter Gone Bad

Hopefully at the end of a series of electrical gremlins and problems that have plagued my 2017 Mountain Aire for almost 4 months now. 2 Chassis and 8 House batteries now replaced, Charge Bridge...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-10-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 793
Posted By MD-Keith
There are different GFCI's that power the 3...

There are different GFCI's that power the 3 sections. Depending on your model some are in the mid-toilet room, and the rear toilet room.

Welcome to the forum. FYI, always a good idea to list...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-06-2022, 11:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 716
Posted By MD-Keith
Thanks Twinboat. Turns out one of the issues was...

Thanks Twinboat. Turns out one of the issues was the dreaded TM102 module. After re-set we are showing proper voltage to both house and chassis batteries, so that is improvement but the chassis...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-04-2022, 03:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 716
Posted By MD-Keith
Thanks all. I suspected that was the issue. ...

Thanks all. I suspected that was the issue. Will now get about replacing the chassis batteries first, and then move to the house batteries once I see if they can take a charge.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-03-2022, 09:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,060
Posted By MD-Keith
Actually, if you bend your existing metal hook up...

Actually, if you bend your existing metal hook up close to 90degrees you can slip it over the middle of the handle onto the metal shaft and engage both sides.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-03-2022, 07:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 716
Posted By MD-Keith
Battery Issues - House not charging, Chassis Weak

Let me see if I can lay this Electrical problem out – stating from the outset that I am not one of those people who understands electricity. Mountain Aire 2017 coach.

1. Two years ago my charging...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-03-2021, 08:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,515
Posted By MD-Keith
I was specifically told (in person) by Matt...

I was specifically told (in person) by Matt Miller in 2018 that all Newmar dealers were required to perform warranty work whether or not they sold the vehicle. I asked because at the time I was...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-04-2021, 03:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,032
Posted By MD-Keith
Thanks Cliff. Most of the negative reviews come...

Thanks Cliff. Most of the negative reviews come from folks who believed they were promised a sale, which is pretty clearly not what NRV says. There are some decent reviews around, but there is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-04-2021, 10:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,032
Posted By MD-Keith
National Vehicle RV Sales

Has anyone here used National Vehicle to assist in the sale of their RV? For an upfront fee ($700) they promise to list your RV on most of the popular sales sites, screen incoming calls/offers, and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-25-2021, 07:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 376
Posted By MD-Keith
Can also be the charge bridge solenoid. Fairly...

Can also be the charge bridge solenoid. Fairly common problem with Newmars (and I suspect other coaches that use the same part). Mine went bad and the chassis batteries went totally dead in a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-29-2021, 09:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,490
Posted By MD-Keith
Quoted from above: "We opted not to have a...

Quoted from above: "We opted not to have a dishwasher and got two large drawers instead. I don’t know where we would store pots, pans and cooking utensils if we had a dishwasher; available kitchen...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-13-2021, 07:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,058
Posted By MD-Keith
Thanks for the assorted wisdom. I will get about...

Thanks for the assorted wisdom. I will get about finalizing the details and have it up on RV Trader shortly.

From my very first post asking for help ten years ago, to this, which will likely be...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-09-2021, 08:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,058
Posted By MD-Keith
Used Newmar Market

I am starting the process of preparing my 2017 Mountain Aire for sale. We've done pretty much all we set out to do, and it's an expensive item to be sitting largely unused. As I move through this I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-03-2020, 07:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,186
Posted By MD-Keith
If it is not too late, take a good look at going...

If it is not too late, take a good look at going to Dish. Much cheaper, better customer service, and you can turn it off and not pay when you are not using your coach.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-10-2020, 06:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 660
Posted By MD-Keith
I use this one on my Jeep toad from Amazon. ...

I use this one on my Jeep toad from Amazon. Works like a charm. I had a nagging short in the wiring and after a year of chasing the short I gave up and bought the tow bar which ended up being...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-06-2020, 07:16 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 16,002
Posted By MD-Keith
I would get an estimate BEFORE you call your...

I would get an estimate BEFORE you call your insurance company, and I would tell the shop that you are considering paying it out of pocket. Some insurance companies will jack your rates just for...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-11-2020, 11:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 702
Posted By MD-Keith
I have not had work done at NT, but I have used...

I have not had work done at NT, but I have used Lazy Days body work in Tampa with good result. If you have only paint issues, and you are ambitious enough to remove the doors, most any body shop (RV...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-09-2020, 08:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,408
Posted By MD-Keith
I chased an intermittent fault around my Grand...

I chased an intermittent fault around my Grand Cherokee for over a year, bought a new connector, changed out bulbs, did everything my very limited electrical knowledge allowed me to do. Dealer...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-08-2020, 05:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,119
Posted By MD-Keith
Replacement hoses are available on Amazon for $70...

Replacement hoses are available on Amazon for $70 if needed.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=sanicon+hose&ref=nb_sb_noss_2
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-01-2020, 07:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,378
Posted By MD-Keith
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ What he said!

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
What he said!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-30-2020, 06:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,378
Posted By MD-Keith
My main problem was our large silverware drawer. ...

My main problem was our large silverware drawer. After the 3rd replacement, I istalled this from Amazon. So far, it works fine....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-28-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,378
Posted By MD-Keith
You need a small right angle screwdriver. ...

You need a small right angle screwdriver. Available at most home centers and on Amazon. While you are at it, order yourself a dozen or so replacement drawer catches. The ones used by Newmars are...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-26-2020, 07:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,819
Posted By MD-Keith
As you ponder options probably a good idea to...

As you ponder options probably a good idea to call Newmar and see how long it would take to get you in. I dinged up my Mountain Aire two years ago in June and I was told it would be October before I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-13-2020, 06:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,715
Posted By MD-Keith
Stan - I have switched my Traveller from DTV to...

Stan - I have switched my Traveller from DTV to Dish. It is fairly straightforward, and the parts are indeed about $300. Winegard is very helpful in getting this done. Their support is excellent. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-09-2020, 06:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 637
Posted By MD-Keith
Happens frequently. Water can get in under the...

Happens frequently. Water can get in under the slide topper during storms, and sits there when the slide is retracted. If the rig is not level (or when you move it) the water will run down. The...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-01-2020, 06:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,203
Posted By MD-Keith
Jon - if you are very careful I think the arms...

Jon - if you are very careful I think the arms can be re-installed once. I've had two windshields replaced (which generally requires removal of the wiper arms. The first time the wiper arm came...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-30-2020, 06:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,203
Posted By MD-Keith
Be careful when installing. The metal ring which...

Be careful when installing. The metal ring which goes over the spline needs to be torqued down pretty hard because the grooves for the spline are cut into the ring when you tighten them down. Good...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-29-2020, 05:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,487
Posted By MD-Keith
The cheaper plastic ones have also been known to...

The cheaper plastic ones have also been known to leak when you are rinsing your tank. I've replaced mine with the sturdier brass version.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-29-2020, 06:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 898
Posted By MD-Keith
I would definitely NOT call your insurance agent...

I would definitely NOT call your insurance agent until you have made a decision to file a claim. Insurance companies can list even an inquiry as an "incident" even if a claim is not filed. For...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-10-2020, 07:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 810
Posted By MD-Keith
I've had two impact cracks right at the bottom of...

I've had two impact cracks right at the bottom of my windshield, and never heard or saw either of them at the time they happened. It apparently doesn't take much of a rock to crack a windshield.
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