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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-23-2020, 04:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,561
Posted By Sidewinder4
Would not go without. The convection oven makes...

Would not go without. The convection oven makes any event like family gatherings ect.. just like home. I have had the GE Advantium for four years now and makes a real difference in our every outing....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-20-2020, 04:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,442
Posted By Sidewinder4
I was going to do the same thing, order a spare. ...

I was going to do the same thing, order a spare. The problem is you have a spare, but your warranty starts even though your HVAC sits on a shelf. So I changed an older AC with new and have a two...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-21-2020, 05:26 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 82,383
Posted By Sidewinder4
Same here with 2012 Dutch Star. Two windows and a...

Same here with 2012 Dutch Star. Two windows and a Thousand dollars later is where I stand.
An earlier op also stated furniture fabric, well agsin for me, that will also take thousands of dollars to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-21-2020, 05:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,770
Posted By Sidewinder4
Same experience with price and vendor. I to put...

Same experience with price and vendor. I to put the shocks on my front end and am very pleased with the difference.
Some on this site, advised me, that new shocks could not fix my issue, well I am...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-05-2020, 04:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,736
Posted By Sidewinder4
For my situation only, like you, my transfer...

For my situation only, like you, my transfer switch one day was louder. I took the pro-active and replaced myself. Took lots of pictures for wiring, an hour later maybe 90 minutes later, change out...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-17-2020, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 720
Posted By Sidewinder4
Mike, Progressive is where I saved the thousand...

Mike,
Progressive is where I saved the thousand I posted in orginal post, also zero cost windshield and vanishing deductible. Also took highest coverage for liability and uninsured that Progressive...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-17-2020, 01:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 720
Posted By Sidewinder4
RV Insurance again

Just got renewal notice from National General. In two years rate has increased $1000.00.
As a three year customer, I had an accident in Atlanta where a pickup with towed trailer scraped drivers side...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 03-18-2020, 05:30 AM
Replies: 293
Views: 51,828
Posted By Sidewinder4
On our reservation cancellation from government...

On our reservation cancellation from government recreation and from two different Army Corps campgrounds, both emails stated to meet government guidelines of Corona Virus; campgrounds would be closed...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 03-17-2020, 04:51 PM
Replies: 293
Views: 51,828
Posted By Sidewinder4
Army Corps Campgrounds

West Point Georgia/Alabama area all Corps facilities closed for now thru May doe to virus concerns.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-29-2020, 06:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,324
Posted By Sidewinder4
Newmar quoted me $900.00 a couple of years ago...

Newmar quoted me $900.00 a couple of years ago for carpet replacement in my 43 foot Dutch Star.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-29-2020, 06:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 670
Posted By Sidewinder4
Done with FEDEX, I was in a weekly food program...

Done with FEDEX, I was in a weekly food program for fresh meals with a guaranteed delivery on Tuesday.
Long story short, I had to give up a great time saver due to very rarely was the so called...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-23-2020, 07:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,687
Posted By Sidewinder4
Great question, level the coach first on...

Great question, level the coach first on hydraulic system, shore up with 4X4 timber and jack stands. I then use floor jack to lift one side just enough to get tire off the ground.

Since 90 percent...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-23-2020, 05:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,687
Posted By Sidewinder4
Let me know what you think, you will be...

Let me know what you think, you will be pleasantly surprized at the huge difference.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-22-2020, 06:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,687
Posted By Sidewinder4
Yes to your question, need a three foot or bigger...

Yes to your question, need a three foot or bigger pry bar. I put a 4 X 4 next to the side of tire
and used the pry bar to make a lever of sorts for take off and put on. I am almost 63 and the job is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2020, 04:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,687
Posted By Sidewinder4
450 plus was quoted for Freightliner lugs.

450 plus was quoted for Freightliner lugs.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2020, 01:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,687
Posted By Sidewinder4
There were smaller versions of the tool. Was one...

There were smaller versions of the tool. Was one not available for you?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2020, 11:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,687
Posted By Sidewinder4
Coolest tool I've seen in a while for RV

Lug nut removal tool. Since RV lug nuts have 450 pounds of torque or more, I tried removing. I was standing on a breaker bar with a cheater bar, I had at least 6 feet of leverage. Also I weigh 280...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-06-2020, 06:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 947
Posted By Sidewinder4
Thank you for the research homework, muchly...

Thank you for the research homework, muchly appreciated.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-06-2020, 04:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 947
Posted By Sidewinder4
Needed recommendation

End of March have appointment at Newmar for a week.

I would like to change out 74 inch hide-a-bed couch and the two Captains chairs. Want two wall recliners with console between to replace couch....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-27-2020, 04:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,873
Posted By Sidewinder4
My two cents: I have had exactly the same issue a...

My two cents: I have had exactly the same issue a year ago. Opened distribution box where pumps are located and had a small leak. Also compounded the issue was my Zone two pump went out.

So I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-23-2020, 01:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 639
Posted By Sidewinder4
https://m4products.com/

https://m4products.com/
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-23-2020, 04:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 639
Posted By Sidewinder4
M4 leds is my go to place. Go to their web site....

M4 leds is my go to place. Go to their web site. Been using for five years now and am happy.

Amazon at times can be a good deal at times like stated.

Sidewinder
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-15-2020, 04:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 858
Posted By Sidewinder4
Thank you, Probably head to Gaffney down the road...

Thank you, Probably head to Gaffney down the road soon. This issue is more like an itch than something I need to jump on.

Independent Front Suspensions (IFS) and their mechanical quirks are not...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-14-2020, 10:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 858
Posted By Sidewinder4
I have a Freightliner not Spartan. No...

I have a Freightliner not Spartan. No maintenance came from tech at Freightliner. Thanks for the brake information. Also I watched front tires being pulled off two years ago, I would not categorize...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-13-2020, 09:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,017
Posted By Sidewinder4
Great questions. 81,000 miles. Two tires up front...

Great questions. 81,000 miles. Two tires up front are my newest April 2017.
While lubeing RV, noticed a ball joint that showed extreme wear, so I had them all changed out. When I put the steering...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-13-2020, 05:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 858
Posted By Sidewinder4
Brake Information and wheel seals

My understanding only, front wheel seals are no maintenance on front steering axle with my Freightliner XC Chassis with IFS. Whereas my tag has wet bath seals and I check twice a year. Also check...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-13-2020, 05:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,017
Posted By Sidewinder4
Freightliner XC Chassis IFS

First changed ball joints last year at Gaffney, along with front end alignment. Since then I developed a shimmy/vibration on certain road surfaces.

Have 8 year old Sachs shocks now. With the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-14-2019, 08:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,058
Posted By Sidewinder4
Look under your shades by entrance door, close to...

Look under your shades by entrance door, close to ceiling.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-05-2019, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,813
Posted By Sidewinder4
Got this from the FCCC downloaded documents...

Got this from the FCCC downloaded documents website.

Getting to know your Chassis (slide 45 out of 92). Presentation called Fireside chat. This site will not let me down load the PDF.

Best I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-05-2019, 04:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,813
Posted By Sidewinder4
Air system for Freightliner Chassis

Just used this and Freightliner Help line to fix my first air leak. It gives you a visual to understand Techs from help line.268663
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-28-2019, 01:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,166
Posted By Sidewinder4
I will predicate this discussion that: Newmar...

I will predicate this discussion that: Newmar sells the the 4 feet by 8 feet ceiling panels. Do not remember the price. ($275.00 is best guess) Newmar uses Silkaflex to adhere ceiling panels to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-26-2019, 05:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,646
Posted By Sidewinder4
Your post reads for me anyway that heat pumps may...

Your post reads for me anyway that heat pumps may come on. Your furnace mode (also on Auto mode) on your thermostat causes your Oasis system to run heat not heat pumps.
Heat pumps (HP) on thermostat...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-24-2019, 05:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,646
Posted By Sidewinder4
I have never uses the number 1 element as a stand...

I have never uses the number 1 element as a stand alone element. I always use number 2 setting. Having said that, I've always had electric included with stay. Talked with Oasis Techs and they were...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-24-2019, 04:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 770
Posted By Sidewinder4
Only caveat is: do you want to repair at the...

Only caveat is: do you want to repair at the summer or winter rate for labor. Winter rate I believe goes from 1 November to 31 March. Winter rate for labor saves quite a bit of money over summer...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-12-2019, 01:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 979
Posted By Sidewinder4
Oasis must be on. Wet bay register is normally...

Oasis must be on. Wet bay register is normally Zone 4 or Zone 5 depending on setup. I suspect if you have engine preheat, this would determine 4 or 5.

Register will turn on when wet bay is below...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-05-2019, 04:40 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 20,141
Posted By Sidewinder4
As long as you have propane, your technique...

As long as you have propane, your technique works great. Those of us that have electrical only refrigerators have to use other options.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-03-2019, 10:48 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 20,141
Posted By Sidewinder4
I called Magnum years ago. Leaving on does not...

I called Magnum years ago. Leaving on does not hurt at all, at least this way, one less thing to remember.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-23-2019, 10:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 871
Posted By Sidewinder4
Get it to Cummins, I had similar symptoms....

Get it to Cummins, I had similar symptoms. Cummins fixed everything under their five year warranty.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2019, 05:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,022
Posted By Sidewinder4
Also do not forget to clean radiator. Mine is on...

Also do not forget to clean radiator. Mine is on the bottom of generator and gets very dirty with dirt and grime.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-15-2019, 08:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,532
Posted By Sidewinder4
Been doing the same thing, really makes a...

Been doing the same thing, really makes a difference!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-02-2019, 09:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 630
Posted By Sidewinder4
User manual 255555

User manual 255555
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-06-2019, 05:56 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 909
Posted By Sidewinder4
Possible 3" Puck Light repair for eight dollars

At M4 led lights, I found the 12 volt replacement. See attachment.
Saying that, slight mod that takes 5 mins.

1. Remove light from ceiling and cut two power wires.
2. After removal, remove...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-28-2019, 04:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,575
Posted By Sidewinder4
Tech support stated 104 volts and below cause...

Tech support stated 104 volts and below cause PE06 error. I used multimeter all was normal at park power box. Tech stated somehow water must of gotten in surge protector.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-28-2019, 11:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,575
Posted By Sidewinder4
Shout out to Progressive Industries

Have a 50 amp Progressive EMS-PT50C surge protector. Bought in 2015. Issue: from home to campground ran generator, once at campground tried to use surge protector. Kept getting PE 06 error which...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-23-2019, 12:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,221
Posted By Sidewinder4
Did the same thing, called Onan. Stated an error...

Did the same thing, called Onan. Stated an error code on the primary control module, PCM was part of the trouble shooting.
Anyway changed out the PCM, got it on sale for $500.00 or so. Fixed the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-19-2019, 02:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,900
Posted By Sidewinder4
Outrages prices. Manufactures want every dime the...

Outrages prices. Manufactures want every dime the average consumer is willing to pay. I'm 62 and am on some disability. Most everything you brought up minus Airdryer filter I do. I have an extra air...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-12-2019, 10:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,821
Posted By Sidewinder4
Nope, used old one, wasn't three years old.

Nope, used old one, wasn't three years old.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-12-2019, 09:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,821
Posted By Sidewinder4
Backed my pickup with tail gate down, put a...

Backed my pickup with tail gate down, put a ladder in bed to top of RV . Used two ratchet straps after rigging box AC came in with rope. Just ratcheted up ladder. BOX AND HVAC just a little over 100...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-11-2019, 02:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,821
Posted By Sidewinder4
On my forth brother, rear AC started second round...

On my forth brother, rear AC started second round due to I have three. Learned to change out myself now, saves a few dollars. Got to hand it to China once again!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-22-2019, 11:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 602
Posted By Sidewinder4
No, I spoke with Magnum and they said no harm...

No, I spoke with Magnum and they said no harm just to turn it on and leave it alone. Either way no effect on battery charging.
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