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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-11-2023, 03:43 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,315
Posted By MJoyce
We're even further away from Camping... we cook...

We're even further away from Camping... we cook inside, for the most part, but we usually watch TV.

We do hike with our puppy most days, so we do get out.
Forum: New Member Check-In 04-16-2023, 06:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 359
Posted By MJoyce
Welcome to RVing. We travel with our adult...

Welcome to RVing.

We travel with our adult autistic son on the longer trips. These nice diesel pushers fit two really well. But, It's amazing how small they get with a third adult.

Can't do...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-16-2022, 09:12 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 12,674
Posted By MJoyce
Alaska caravan canceled this year, so I guess...

Alaska caravan canceled this year, so I guess we're going shorter. Would have gone, however. Bummer.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-26-2022, 08:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 872
Posted By MJoyce
Could be a dry p trap. Make sure each one has...

Could be a dry p trap. Make sure each one has water in it, including the washing machine. We had some stink until we added water to the washing machine trap.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-05-2022, 04:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,055
Posted By MJoyce
We bought our 2020 DS4369 at Steinbring. The...

We bought our 2020 DS4369 at Steinbring. The other two reputable dealers we looked at were Mount Comfort and Midway in Grand Rapids. Spec'd it out at Steinbring and got pricing from the other two....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-31-2021, 08:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,071
Posted By MJoyce
The instructions we got say move the slides "on...

The instructions we got say move the slides "on the bags". In other words, extend slides while aired up, then drop the jacks. To depart, retract the jacks, air up the system, then bring in the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-08-2021, 06:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,430
Posted By MJoyce
X2 on selling your old rv yourself. Steinbring...

X2 on selling your old rv yourself. Steinbring said they could only give us $40K, we sold it for $60K. Used Rv Trader before covid. Probably easier now.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-19-2021, 09:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 634
Posted By MJoyce
One of the factors with the slides in is whether...

One of the factors with the slides in is whether you get a televator. It constricts the aisle. We were very concerned about our golden. It works with the dog and TV, but just barely.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-18-2021, 08:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,124
Posted By MJoyce
King Aire requires extra certification. Not many...

King Aire requires extra certification. Not many places sell them. Of course not many can afford them!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-22-2021, 08:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By MJoyce
We have the lock and have never used it. The...

We have the lock and have never used it. The door has stayed closed.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-22-2021, 04:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,897
Posted By MJoyce
I probably have the same unit. Haven't used it...

I probably have the same unit. Haven't used it for a few months. From a poor memory, there is a separate volume setting. We were able to quiet it down.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-11-2021, 06:39 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,277
Posted By MJoyce
Year one, I didn't want to add the complexity of...

Year one, I didn't want to add the complexity of towing. Trip to Bar Harbor - used the island explorer shuttle. They also accept dogs! Went to Colorado Springs and rented a car. Year two, got a toad,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-18-2021, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,920
Posted By MJoyce
Steps are tied to chassis batteries.

Steps are tied to chassis batteries.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-14-2021, 02:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,130
Posted By MJoyce
My nav radio starts when I push the knob and hold...

My nav radio starts when I push the knob and hold it for a moment.

I have the freightliner and their manual has the digital screen and lots of shots with configuration settings. I imagine Spartan...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-07-2020, 08:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,397
Posted By MJoyce
Had a slow flush with one of our toilets. I...

Had a slow flush with one of our toilets. I believe it was excessive use of tp. It cleared up without intervention.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-02-2020, 06:48 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 11,056
Posted By MJoyce
At delivery, I was told 6.3 mpg. This has proven...

At delivery, I was told 6.3 mpg. This has proven to be correct. I asked if it would improve after engine break-in. He said there is no engine break-in, but there is a chassis break-in. It should go...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-16-2020, 04:19 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 12,461
Posted By MJoyce
When taking delivery, I asked the same question....

When taking delivery, I asked the same question. The answer was a 17' Little Giant ladder. It's on my Christmas list.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-07-2020, 05:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,337
Posted By MJoyce
If you're worried about the mountains, get a...

If you're worried about the mountains, get a shorter DS. Same engine, less weight. Still great coaches.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-27-2020, 12:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 764
Posted By MJoyce
PM me. If you decide you need one, I have a hi/lo...

PM me. If you decide you need one, I have a hi/lo that I no longer need. It was used to tow a CRV.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-03-2020, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3,752
Views: 1,345,766
Posted By MJoyce
Same as Woodosgood

Also staying at Indigo Bluffs. Leaving tomorrow. Agree with all of the above comments.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-10-2020, 08:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 991
Posted By MJoyce
Took delivery two months ago. One thing I was...

Took delivery two months ago. One thing I was told was that I should change the battery absorption rate from 80% to 60% if charging through a 20 amp circuit for storage.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-22-2020, 04:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,798
Posted By MJoyce
Just got our 2020 DSDP. Similar thoughts to...

Just got our 2020 DSDP. Similar thoughts to comments above. Did get the FL chassis, however. One annoying thing is that the miles 'til empty is based on a 100 gal tank, not the 150 we have. Hope...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 07-18-2020, 06:12 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 17,318
Posted By MJoyce
The jetpack works well until I use up the 15 gig...

The jetpack works well until I use up the 15 gig in my plan. Then it slows down to a crawl. It amazing how quick 15 gig can go...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-11-2020, 12:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,479
Posted By MJoyce
The tank is original equipment and is standard...

The tank is original equipment and is standard for all DSDPs of 43 feet. It's a Freightliner product.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-10-2020, 11:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,479
Posted By MJoyce
Distance 'til empty

Please direct me to the right thread if this has already been covered...

Just bought a 2020 Newmar DSDP with a Freightliner chassis. It has a 150 gal fuel tank. The issue is that the Distance...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-08-2020, 01:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,582
Posted By MJoyce
Pro tip. Thanks Just got one of these.

Pro tip. Thanks

Just got one of these.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-11-2020, 06:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,524
Posted By MJoyce
Just picked up our new DS. During the final...

Just picked up our new DS. During the final inspection the tech said the coach has to be plugged in for storage. 20 amp is fine. Surprised me.

Without, the batteries would be dead in 5 days. Maybe...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-24-2020, 12:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 979
Posted By MJoyce
:popcorn: Interested in the question and...

:popcorn:

Interested in the question and answer.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-23-2020, 01:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,382
Posted By MJoyce
I think international travel is going to be down...

I think international travel is going to be down for a while. Those vacation $$ are going to want to go somewhere. At least some of that disposable income will find its way to motorhomes.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-03-2020, 04:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 892
Posted By MJoyce
The answer is probably no, but can you enter or...

The answer is probably no, but can you enter or exit your driveway at an angle? Having one wheel or tag in the dip could mitigate the issue.
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 04-26-2020, 09:34 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 10,001
Posted By MJoyce
#1. Play golf. IL loosens garden centers and...

#1. Play golf. IL loosens garden centers and golf courses May 1.
#2. Pick up our new RV in MN once Indiana allows factories to reopen. At this rate, no RV until June.:sad:
#3. Go camping!
#4. ...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 04-12-2020, 08:07 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,842
Posted By MJoyce
The experiment of restarting the economy is...

The experiment of restarting the economy is beginning. Let’s pay attention to Tiffin and apply the lessons learned.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-09-2020, 05:38 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 24,942
Posted By MJoyce
From reading this thread, it seems like Newmar...

From reading this thread, it seems like Newmar has two different quality profiles.

I wonder how the factory shutdown will affect my DS? It started down the line on Tuesday March 17 with the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-31-2020, 08:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,016
Posted By MJoyce
I have the Viair as well, but have used the...

I have the Viair as well, but have used the chassis air connection and the Viair hoses to inflate my tires.
Forum: RV Industry Press 03-30-2020, 08:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,966
Posted By MJoyce
My sales person at Steinbring in MN indicates...

My sales person at Steinbring in MN indicates that is not the case. All work stopped at one time, leaving a number of coaches incomplete.

I like your version better.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-29-2020, 11:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,654
Posted By MJoyce
Looking forward to an LCBU. In the meantime...

Looking forward to an LCBU.

In the meantime it's time to fill up when the AC and generator cut out
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-28-2020, 07:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 574
Posted By MJoyce
I wouldn't worry about Denver. Everyone's staying...

I wouldn't worry about Denver. Everyone's staying at home and traffic should be great.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-23-2020, 06:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,345
Posted By MJoyce
My DS just started assembly last week. I wonder...

My DS just started assembly last week. I wonder what they do with rigs in limbo?
Forum: RV Industry Press 03-23-2020, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,966
Posted By MJoyce
My DSDP just started assembly Wednesday last...

My DSDP just started assembly Wednesday last week. Can't be good to be stopped mid-production.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-20-2020, 08:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,120
Posted By MJoyce
How long did the process take? Thanks.

How long did the process take?

Thanks.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-10-2020, 03:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,626
Posted By MJoyce
Just had my Monaco alignment adjusted because of...

Just had my Monaco alignment adjusted because of new tires. Mentioned my next RV. He recommended checking the alignment after 2K to 5K miles. It looks like to perfect time to make it right.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-06-2020, 01:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 972
Posted By MJoyce
I was just at a truck tire/alignment shop and...

I was just at a truck tire/alignment shop and mentioned I was getting a new RV so wouldn't be seeing him for awhile. He advised me to stop by after 2000 miles or so. he said sometimes new units are...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-12-2020, 11:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 907
Posted By MJoyce
I asked for an early May delivery in early...

I asked for an early May delivery in early November last year. Don't have a date.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-12-2020, 11:04 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 15,634
Posted By MJoyce
Just ordered a rig and had to decide whether or...

Just ordered a rig and had to decide whether or not to include the 360 cameras. IMHO driving with the 360 is just too much information. Heck, the side cameras are too much information as well. The...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-08-2020, 09:17 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,379
Posted By MJoyce
Excellent discussion. I'm trying to decide...

Excellent discussion. I'm trying to decide whether to do FPU or Dealer. I live closer to the factory than the dealer. I'm using Steinbring in MN, so 3 hours vs 10 hours. I also understand the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-25-2019, 10:00 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 16,930
Posted By MJoyce
You can tell from my signature that we just...

You can tell from my signature that we just ordered a DS 4369. Reasons:
1. Quality of build
2. Comfort Drive
3. Commitment to safety - the escape door in back, for example
4. the factory is less...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 12-09-2019, 08:38 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 18,479
Posted By MJoyce
I'd like to avoid Chicago, but alas my fate is...

I'd like to avoid Chicago, but alas my fate is sealed by my location.

On the plus side, I think I'm conditioned to bad traffic because I don't mind driving through big cities. I think of it as a...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-02-2019, 09:14 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 44,371
Posted By MJoyce
You guys have given me a lot to think about. I...

You guys have given me a lot to think about. I just ordered a Dutch Star without ACC, but am second guessing that decision. I’m going with a Freightliner chassis, which makes me feel a little better....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-16-2019, 07:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,112
Posted By MJoyce
Dogs and HWH

We are looking at ordering a DS for April delivery. As we were looking at a floor model my DW noticed that while the slides are in, there is about a 2" lip at the edge of the slide. We travel with...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-10-2019, 02:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 889
Posted By MJoyce
X2. Working with him now for a purchase later...

X2. Working with him now for a purchase later this year/early next year.
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