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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-03-2023, 08:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,417
Posted By bydnar
In my VentanaLE 4037, I ran forward from the...

In my VentanaLE 4037, I ran forward from the electronics cabinet (above steering wheel) and then left to the "A" pillar on the left side of the windshield. Removing the A pillar cover, the cable was...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-18-2022, 08:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,915
Posted By bydnar
The owners manual states to disconnect the...

The owners manual states to disconnect the negative cable for your safety. The Roadmaster is designed for install on the positive cable. During install, disconnect the negative cable first and tuck...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-07-2021, 08:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,902
Posted By bydnar
OK, Coordinates from a previous year N33°...

OK, Coordinates from a previous year

N33° 35' 01.3" W114° 13' 40.7"
...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-06-2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,902
Posted By bydnar
Newmar Kountry Klub Konnection

For your information here is a link:

https://newmarkountryklub.com/location/quartzsite-az/
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-30-2021, 09:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,422
Posted By bydnar
This is the trick I use to manually trigger a...

This is the trick I use to manually trigger a cycle for filling the icemaker. One thing he did not point out is that SOME models the icemaker power is disconnected with the door open. So, with the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-18-2021, 06:06 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
This may be of interest to you. I do not use or...

This may be of interest to you. I do not use or endorse this item. I'm just throwing it out there. Follow at your own risk.
...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-02-2021, 06:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,047
Posted By bydnar
I have both the hub and tablet plugged into power...

I have both the hub and tablet plugged into power whenever it is in use. I do not have the problem you're describing.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-01-2021, 06:14 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,047
Posted By bydnar
I found that not only WIFI can interrupt the hub...

I found that not only WIFI can interrupt the hub connection, but simple wireless devices, too. In my case, I found that a simple wireless thermometer was the culprit. I also had to provide a space...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-17-2021, 05:56 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,360
Posted By bydnar
There are plenty of opportunities for breakage....

There are plenty of opportunities for breakage. You do not need to supplement the natural occurrence of breaking things.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-03-2021, 05:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,020
Posted By bydnar
I was on the bleeding edge of technology, meaning...

I was on the bleeding edge of technology, meaning that I was one of the first adopters of Tire Patrol. Early on, yes there were issues. Customer service was first and phenomenal. They took care of...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-03-2021, 05:49 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
This would be fine, as long as you're using a...

This would be fine, as long as you're using a waterproof switch and connections. The switch that is supplied via Roadmaster is not.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-24-2021, 05:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,151
Posted By bydnar
Agreed. This is the way to go. Negative...

Agreed. This is the way to go.

Negative cable first has always been taught. It's a safety thing. if you have a conductive tool on the positive post, anything connected to ground can cause big...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-27-2021, 06:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,949
Posted By bydnar
The instructions for disconnecting the negative...

The instructions for disconnecting the negative cable is for your own safety. If using conductive tools and working on the negative terminal, the chances of grounding out the battery are slimmer than...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-23-2021, 09:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,967
Posted By bydnar
The reason the manual instructs to disconnect the...

The reason the manual instructs to disconnect the negative, is for safety. If you're fooling around a battery with metal tools, connecting the positive to any other metal surface that is grounded to...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 05-09-2021, 09:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By bydnar
There are numerous stories about undocumented...

There are numerous stories about undocumented filters hidden up and out of sight. My recommendation is to physically trace the fuel lines to and from the tank to assure that nothing has been missed....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-09-2021, 09:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,462
Posted By bydnar
I've been using this system, which I like a lot....

I've been using this system, which I like a lot. A 5 second visual scan and I can determine if water is needed. If so, attach a watering bottle to the port on the cell that requires filling and...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-07-2021, 06:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,002
Posted By bydnar
Regarding the disconnect procedure, you are...

Regarding the disconnect procedure, you are correct. The parking brake is electric and therefore not available with battery disconnected. Yet another error in the manual.

As for the AWD vs 2WD, my...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-06-2021, 06:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,002
Posted By bydnar
Response embedded, below:

Response embedded, below:
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-21-2021, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,484
Posted By bydnar
2021 Buick Encore GX (awd)

My memory finally got jogged. There is a slight error in the manual’s procedure.

If the procedure directs you to place the ignition in the “service mode”, or “acc accessory” ignore it. The...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-19-2021, 07:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,005
Posted By bydnar
Me too, exactly my procedure.

Me too, exactly my procedure.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-18-2021, 07:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,484
Posted By bydnar
2021 Buick Encore GX (awd)

Agree with Don. New cars require the brake pedal to be depressed to start AND to shift out of park. It’s a safety thing.

Yes. I own a Trailblazer as evidenced in the earlier referenced thread. I...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-18-2021, 08:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,484
Posted By bydnar
It is my understanding that the Buick GX and the...

It is my understanding that the Buick GX and the Chevy Trailblazer are kissin' cuzins. If so, a lot might be learned here: https://www.irv2.com/forums/f85/2021-chevy-trailblazer-as-a-toad-492949.html
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-15-2021, 06:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 701
Posted By bydnar
Have you pulled out the switch from the mount to...

Have you pulled out the switch from the mount to check to see if was even wired to something? Quite possible they ran out of blanks and put a switch in place instead. Dummer things have happened.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-14-2021, 02:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,213
Posted By bydnar
Qualifier: Mine is a Ventana LE with an Equalizer...

Qualifier: Mine is a Ventana LE with an Equalizer leveling system.

I have found out by mistake how to drive without air bags inflated. On mine, the Equalizer system automates the jack retraction....
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-24-2021, 08:27 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
Thanks for the tip and the link. I was shocked...

Thanks for the tip and the link.
I was shocked that no post covers are provided over the cable ends at the solenoid. Very, very dangerous. I will be putting simple boots over the studs and cables...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-23-2021, 09:14 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
^^^^Post #8^^^^ UPDATE: I've had to remove...

^^^^Post #8^^^^

UPDATE:
I've had to remove this cheap battery disconnect. It has caused me trouble. I've had five times when the power was turned off at very inopportune times. Wiggling the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-07-2021, 08:31 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
Correct

Correct
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-07-2021, 08:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,557
Posted By bydnar
I chose the 25' from www.FlagpoleFarm.com over...

I chose the 25' from www.FlagpoleFarm.com over all the others. All set for flying 2 flags or 1 at half-staff.

Mind the flag etiquette guidelines and sign up for half staff notifications.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-15-2021, 08:45 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
Allow me to break down all these questions and...

Allow me to break down all these questions and offer my opinion. I now have a couple thousand Trailblazer flat towing miles.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-09-2021, 08:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,089
Posted By bydnar
Newmar Ventana LE flat towing

Agreed that you must check on your specific coach for towing and hitch capacities. For example, my LE 4037 has a hitch rating of:
10,000 lbs flat towing
5,000 lbs trailer towing
500 lbs tongue...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-08-2021, 07:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,089
Posted By bydnar
2017 Ventana LE 4037. 18" ground to center of the...

2017 Ventana LE 4037. 18" ground to center of the receiver hitch, aired up.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-16-2021, 08:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,831
Posted By bydnar
An electrical connection is meant to be a...

An electrical connection is meant to be a metal-to-metal contact. The use of dielectric grease is meant to keep the contact free from contaminants like water. Any electrical connection that would...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-11-2021, 07:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,420
Posted By bydnar
2017 VTLE 4037. Mine is centered left/right under...

2017 VTLE 4037. Mine is centered left/right under the headboard. The pump is below the deck, but the hole through the deck was too small for my hand to replug. I had to increase the hole size...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-04-2021, 07:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,367
Posted By bydnar
We’re at Sunrise RV in Apache Junction. A...

We’re at Sunrise RV in Apache Junction. A neighboring city to Mesa. Lots of spaces open due to Covid, apparently. 1403 W. Broadway.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-14-2020, 05:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 531
Posted By bydnar
2021 Chevy Trailblazer AWD only

2021 Chevy Trailblazer AWD only
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-10-2020, 05:32 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,153
Posted By bydnar
Me too. Tested last year and replaced PDM. 2...

Me too. Tested last year and replaced PDM. 2 letters in 2020. I called my favorite Freightliner center and they do not yet have anything regarding the recall numbers on the new letters. Without the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-30-2020, 05:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 589
Posted By bydnar
As stated in a previous post AND in the owner's...

As stated in a previous post AND in the owner's manual, only an AWD version is flat towable. If you have AWD and are flat towing it does not matter which mode is selected by the switch in the center...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-27-2020, 09:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 579
Posted By bydnar
Go to post 14 here: ...

Go to post 14 here:

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f103/overflowing-siphon-of-fresh-water-tank-has-newmar-fixed-this-483866.html

This is the view behind the pegboard. You can see 2 very important...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-12-2020, 07:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,504
Posted By bydnar
The door switches are magnetic. The switch and...

The door switches are magnetic. The switch and wiring are in the jam (coach sidewall) and the magnet is in the door. During troubleshooting you can use a handheld magnet to test the door switches...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-15-2020, 08:21 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
Do you manually lock doors after disconnecting...

Do you manually lock doors after disconnecting battery? Not understanding your dead battery process because one can use the fob key to manually unlock door.

Ron[/QUOTE]

No I do not lock the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-14-2020, 06:52 AM
Replies: 4,575
Views: 1,571,600
Posted By bydnar
Close, but no cigar. There is cracking of the...

Close, but no cigar. There is cracking of the gelcoat (if there is any) or the base fiberglass (if that's what it is). The cracking emanates from the screws that attach the awning fabric. The fix is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-13-2020, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4,575
Views: 1,571,600
Posted By bydnar
From mothership site 21. Going in tomorrow for...

From mothership site 21. Going in tomorrow for the roof radius fix. Drop it off and come back after they call when finished. Only 60 ish miles to home. 300949
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 09-05-2020, 11:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,222
Posted By bydnar
MapSource. Predecessor to Basecamp. Anyone...

MapSource. Predecessor to Basecamp. Anyone remember? I date back to 2007 with Garmin. I’m using a 3597 now. No reason to replace the old timer. When it fails, I’ll be getting the current RV model.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-03-2020, 07:50 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
You're very welcome. I'm glad I was able to...

You're very welcome. I'm glad I was able to smooth things out for you.

I believe Blue Ox recommends a 10 year life. I wish they would put that in towed miles, but they say years.

They DO have...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-03-2020, 07:12 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
I'm not quite sure on why Chevrolet instructs the...

I'm not quite sure on why Chevrolet instructs the accessory mode. I just tried mine. The trans shifter will not move in acc mode, brake pedal or not.

I usually have the engine running when going...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-02-2020, 08:40 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
Are you depressing the brake pedal when...

Are you depressing the brake pedal when attempting to shift?
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-02-2020, 07:26 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,577
Posted By bydnar
As stated in earlier posts, the baseplate was...

As stated in earlier posts, the baseplate was part of the BlueOx fit program. So, it was setup by BlueOx in Pender Nebraska. The BlueOx baseplate is now on the market for the new Trailblazer. It can...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-11-2020, 07:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 992
Posted By bydnar
I was having a problem with tripping the post...

I was having a problem with tripping the post GFCI at my storage site. Never really got a full understanding of the problem before I went on a trip.

On a trip previous to the GFCI problem, I...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-07-2020, 06:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 643
Posted By bydnar
https://www.dometic.com/en-us/us/products/hygiene-...

https://www.dometic.com/en-us/us/products/hygiene-and-sanitation/sanitation/rv-toilets/dometic-masterflush-8743-_-25430
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 07-12-2020, 07:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 921
Posted By bydnar
Switching between pressure and temperature is as...

Switching between pressure and temperature is as simple as one button push each way. Fortunately, I have not experienced either a slow or rapid leak, but it is supposed to be a feature for both. from...
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