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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-11-2020, 07:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 978
Posted By Motowood100
Best of luck with Freightliner...

Best of luck with Freightliner...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-09-2019, 08:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,123
Posted By Motowood100
This is a great one year report! Glad you are...

This is a great one year report! Glad you are enjoying your rig
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-28-2019, 07:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,013
Posted By Motowood100
This is all great information. We are planning a...

This is all great information. We are planning a trip up that way in the Fall and will be watching this thread.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-01-2018, 09:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,398
Posted By Motowood100
Ours turns on by itself sometimes when you shut...

Ours turns on by itself sometimes when you shut the door.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-14-2018, 07:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 995
Posted By Motowood100
I’ve had problems with every Whirlpool appliance...

I’ve had problems with every Whirlpool appliance in my coach. Freezer, ice maker, water dispenser, washer, dryer and convection oven. Just had the induction cooktop replaced under extended warranty. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-16-2018, 07:20 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,163
Posted By Motowood100
We are at 9,000 average the past 2 years

We are at 9,000 average the past 2 years
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-15-2018, 07:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 729
Posted By Motowood100
We had this recall done and did not notice any...

We had this recall done and did not notice any difference in ride. It gave me peace of mind more than anything. We love our 4018 and believe it is a great deal for the money.
Good luck!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-14-2018, 08:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,035
Posted By Motowood100
Ours smells of diesel as well. It has since the...

Ours smells of diesel as well. It has since the day we picked it up.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-12-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,566
Posted By Motowood100
Ours failed this summer. We hide a key now and...

Ours failed this summer. We hide a key now and won't trust it again.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-30-2017, 11:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,494
Posted By Motowood100
Update - I just got home with my coach and am...

Update - I just got home with my coach and am very pleased with Freightliner in Ft. Worth.
The tech discovered the fan drive motor output seal leaking during his inspection. They replaced the fan...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-29-2017, 08:58 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,494
Posted By Motowood100
I will find out more tomorrow when I pick it up. ...

I will find out more tomorrow when I pick it up. It's at Premier Truck Freightliner in Ft. Worth. They have been great so far.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-29-2017, 08:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,494
Posted By Motowood100
I will know more after I pick it up in the...

I will know more after I pick it up in the morning. I was told the fan was leaking a little fluid and that an overheating/failure was close to happening. Will update tomorrow
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-29-2017, 09:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,494
Posted By Motowood100
My 2016 DSDP 4018 is at Freightliner having the...

My 2016 DSDP 4018 is at Freightliner having the fan replaced now. It was in for 15,000 mile service and some recalls when they discovered the fan problem. So glad they checked it.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-29-2017, 09:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,045
Posted By Motowood100
I had this issue after driving in heavy rain this...

I had this issue after driving in heavy rain this summer. Dealer drilled holes somewhere in underbelly to let the water drain.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-14-2017, 07:33 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,928
Posted By Motowood100
We love our Jeep!

We love our Jeep!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-07-2017, 08:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,359
Posted By Motowood100
I absolutely love the one we have. 2016 DSDP...

I absolutely love the one we have. 2016 DSDP 4018 is more than I could ever hope for or need. I feel a little silly calling it camping!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-05-2017, 06:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 15,970
Posted By Motowood100
Update on my NIRVC extended warranty deductible...

Update on my NIRVC extended warranty deductible issue. Brett Davis and Tadd Jenkins from NIRVC both contacted me after seeing this forum. They refunded the $100 deductible I paid and apologized for...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-01-2017, 06:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 15,970
Posted By Motowood100
NIRVC told me they would waive the $100...

NIRVC told me they would waive the $100 deductible if I had repairs done with them when I bought the policy. Guess what...that agreement was forgotten about within 6 months and nobody there knew...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-28-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 15,970
Posted By Motowood100
We have this exact warranty. It's just like...

We have this exact warranty. It's just like insurance...you are gambling if you don't have it but hope you don't need it. We have only had our warranty for 6 months and it has saved us about $1,410...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-15-2017, 09:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,924
Posted By Motowood100
We have had several problems with our Whirlpool...

We have had several problems with our Whirlpool refrigerator including the frozen water slide in the rear of the freezer, 2 ice maker replacements, water dispenser and ice maker intermittently...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-11-2017, 06:42 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,625
Posted By Motowood100
If you're talking about the inside of the coach...

If you're talking about the inside of the coach our temp probe is on the inner wall by the half bath. There is another one in the bedroom on an inner wall.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-05-2017, 07:43 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,040
Posted By Motowood100
I just replaced mine in the remote and they were...

I just replaced mine in the remote and they were AAA
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-04-2017, 08:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,588
Posted By Motowood100
We were in a situation last weekend where we knew...

We were in a situation last weekend where we knew a storm was coming before we arrived at the campsite. Instead of deploying the FWS on air, I put the jacks down first and checked the reveal. The...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-22-2017, 02:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 923
Posted By Motowood100
I had the same problem and it was a bad solenoid....

I had the same problem and it was a bad solenoid. They replaced it with another bad solenoid. Third try they got it fixed.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-08-2017, 03:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 625
Posted By Motowood100
We are in the north Texas area and have a JK and...

We are in the north Texas area and have a JK and a side by side. We like Hidden Falls and are always looking for new places to enjoy the "toys".
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-02-2017, 07:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,958
Posted By Motowood100
My FWS doesn't retract while the key is turned on...

My FWS doesn't retract while the key is turned on even if it's not running. The other slides will operate but not the FWS.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-02-2017, 08:24 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,958
Posted By Motowood100
I have changed the way I deploy the full wall...

I have changed the way I deploy the full wall slide recently because my reveal changed after being at the dealer. I have always checked the reveal first and continue to do that. Until recently I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-10-2016, 07:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 570
Posted By Motowood100
Ours doesn't have a switch to turn basement heat...

Ours doesn't have a switch to turn basement heat on/off. When the furnace and burner are on it heats the basement.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-09-2016, 08:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,815
Posted By Motowood100
I had this exact scenario happen yesterday. I...

I had this exact scenario happen yesterday. I wasn't sure what "DEFR " meant but after I changed to furnace it went away. I also was hoping "AUTO" would work to pick furnace if needed but it never...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-09-2016, 08:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,815
Posted By Motowood100
Thanks for the replies. That is exactly what I...

Thanks for the replies. That is exactly what I was looking for.

Dee
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-08-2016, 08:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,815
Posted By Motowood100
We picked up our DS last Feb but haven't really...

We picked up our DS last Feb but haven't really camped in the cold until now. We have been in the 30's all day and have the Oasis on, burner on, ac1 on and furnace on. The furnace is blowing warm...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-19-2016, 07:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 674
Posted By Motowood100
Our seat heater is on/off. Not a 3 position...

Our seat heater is on/off. Not a 3 position switch.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-11-2016, 07:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,299
Posted By Motowood100
Mirrors falling

This just happened! Has anyone else had their big kitchen mirror fall off? It is barely secured by four small strips of tape. Huge mess! Scratched the tile and ruined a rug. Thankfully we we parked...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-02-2016, 08:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,349
Posted By Motowood100
We love our stainless steel large sink. I think...

We love our stainless steel large sink. I think it's much easier to wash the dishes.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-10-2016, 08:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,602
Posted By Motowood100
When I went through my delivery he said the black...

When I went through my delivery he said the black water tank is right behind the peg board so don't drill into it.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-26-2016, 05:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,196
Posted By Motowood100
This leak doesn't make it undriveable . I guess...

This leak doesn't make it undriveable . I guess that answers my question. Thanks for all your input!
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 08-26-2016, 04:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,586
Posted By Motowood100
Very nice!

Very nice!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-26-2016, 04:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,196
Posted By Motowood100
It was the gauge on the right (2). I didn't dump...

It was the gauge on the right (2). I didn't dump air or level. I just pulled up, turned it off and left it aired up.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-26-2016, 02:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,196
Posted By Motowood100
What is normal air loss?

I have a 2016 Dutchstar 4018 purchased new in February. I immediately noticed the air leaking down overnight to around 65psi. The dealer couldn't find the leak and told me to take it to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-18-2016, 09:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 931
Posted By Motowood100
Yes, I meant engine running

Yes, I meant engine running
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-17-2016, 05:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 931
Posted By Motowood100
Ours is a 150 amp and our delivery tech told us...

Ours is a 150 amp and our delivery tech told us to always leave the ignition running while leveling with the jacks or it will blow. The buzzer is annoying but we've not had a problem.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-08-2016, 08:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,577
Posted By Motowood100
We have had our 2016 4018 since February and have...

We have had our 2016 4018 since February and have not heard anything from Newmar about when the fix will be available. We will have it done whenever it's available. It is an amazing coach and we've...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-20-2016, 06:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,733
Posted By Motowood100
This happened to me as well on a 2010 Jeep...

This happened to me as well on a 2010 Jeep Wrangler. It is a $3.00 plastic transfer case bushing. I have an extra now.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-11-2016, 06:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,338
Posted By Motowood100
I just picked up my new Dutchstar from NIRVC in...

I just picked up my new Dutchstar from NIRVC in Lewisville a couple of weeks ago and couldn't be happier with their customer service and attention to detail. They are definitely a full service...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-03-2016, 06:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,620
Posted By Motowood100
Congratulations!!

Congratulations!!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-02-2015, 03:41 PM
Replies: 566
Views: 84,383
Posted By Motowood100
Has anyone talked about the possibility of...

Has anyone talked about the possibility of putting the 17,000 pound axle on the 40 foot models? I know there has been lengthy discussion about putting the 20,000 pound axle on the 43 footers...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-02-2015, 09:22 AM
Replies: 566
Views: 84,383
Posted By Motowood100
I have a DS 4018 on order now and was wondering...

I have a DS 4018 on order now and was wondering which floor plan you are looking at. We are getting the 2 recliners with the Euro dinette.
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