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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-16-2024, 05:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 456
Posted By Sonic
Plenty of places to discuss Lithium. This isn't...

Plenty of places to discuss Lithium. This isn't one of them :)
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-16-2024, 05:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 456
Posted By Sonic
We rarely boondock, so Lithium is too much time,...

We rarely boondock, so Lithium is too much time, hassle and expense for me (cost of batteries, upgrade/replace inverter, new remote, installation etc). Lead acid is a straightforward DIY swap.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-16-2024, 12:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 456
Posted By Sonic
Perfect. Thanks!

Perfect. Thanks!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-16-2024, 10:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 456
Posted By Sonic
Consensus on replacing house batteries on coaches with older Magnum inverters

Hi
I'm going to replace my eight, 6 volt, house batteries in my 2014 Ventana.
My Magnum MS-2812 inverter manual clearly states to disconnect the positive cables first to avoid the inverter...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-24-2023, 01:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,358
Posted By Sonic
Cosmetics are easy. It's the overall build...

Cosmetics are easy. It's the overall build quality that differentiates a Newmar and their competition from the brands you're considering. I'd consider well-maintained used Newmar's, Tiffins,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-23-2023, 10:19 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 11,761
Posted By Sonic
Even Cummins sets their time interval at 18...

Even Cummins sets their time interval at 18 months, at least for ISL's
https://i.imgur.com/LSbzyp0.png
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-21-2023, 07:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 908
Posted By Sonic
Double check, but I believe R3526144D is the...

Double check, but I believe R3526144D is the latest version of that pump
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-21-2023, 01:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 736
Posted By Sonic
I finally got the stub and collar pieces out....

I finally got the stub and collar pieces out. :banghead:

The ball attached to the mirror head is pretty soft metal and designed to break off when hit, rather than the whole arm being torn off the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2023, 06:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 736
Posted By Sonic
Yes

Yes
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2023, 05:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 736
Posted By Sonic
No threads. It's just two pieces fitted into...

No threads. It's just two pieces fitted into place around the ball on the mirror assembly.
https://i.imgur.com/Atr4YCT.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/JNsM4wu.jpg
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-20-2023, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 736
Posted By Sonic
Need advice on removing broken off external mirror swivel

Hi
Someone broke off my passenger side mirror (and of course didn't leave a note) and I'm trying to install the replacement mirror, but I can't get the broken off swivel piece and the two sleeves...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-14-2023, 11:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,041
Posted By Sonic
Bump. This is a good place for everyone to share...

Bump. This is a good place for everyone to share what Ultraleather line and color they used to replace their peeling factory fabric.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-10-2023, 09:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,334
Posted By Sonic
It’s simple. Weigh at each wheel position and...

It’s simple. Weigh at each wheel position and set the PSI based on the heaviest wheel position for each axle plus 10%.
I had mine weighed via the Escapees Smart Weigh program at one of their parks...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-22-2022, 03:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 960
Posted By Sonic
At 4 years old with evidence of them not being...

At 4 years old with evidence of them not being properly maintained, I would replace them vs. trying to resuscitate them.
For me, the peace of mind of having batteries I can trust when needed is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-07-2022, 01:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 565
Posted By Sonic
I installed mine using the 12 volt panel in the...

I installed mine using the 12 volt panel in the midship bathroom using an open fuse location and ground lug. Easy install and it eliminated the occasional disconnect with the toad sensors.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-22-2022, 11:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,176
Posted By Sonic
Well maintained six year old tires do not likely...

Well maintained six year old tires do not likely need immediate replacement. One option would be to have your tires inspected and if they’re ok, you can afford to wait until your preferred tires...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-15-2022, 08:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,000
Posted By Sonic
You might want to go 10% over the PSI on the...

You might want to go 10% over the PSI on the inflation chart until you get corner weighed. My Ventana is 700 pounds heavier on the Drivers side on the front axle (opposite on the drive axle). Tag...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-15-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,018
Posted By Sonic
Yep. Call or e-mail Freightliner and they’ll...

Yep. Call or e-mail Freightliner and they’ll tell you exactly which coolant they installed at the factory. Testing frequency depends on how much you drive.
When buying used with pre-ELC coolants,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-31-2022, 02:15 PM
Replies: 285
Views: 65,056
Posted By Sonic
Newmar doesn’t exactly use those words :), but I...

Newmar doesn’t exactly use those words :), but I reached out to Newmar support last month and they flat out declined to offer any assistance on my 2014 Ventana.
“Newmar management has set...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-27-2022, 10:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 417
Posted By Sonic
If the current setup is working for your use...

If the current setup is working for your use cases, I would stick with it. Unless you have an automatic watering system, switching to AGM would certainly be a plus from a maintenance perspective. ...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-27-2022, 09:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,976
Posted By Sonic
I paid $600 for a level II inspector. He took...

I paid $600 for a level II inspector. He took around 5 hours for an extremely thorough inspection with a 100 page highly detailed report containing over 150 pictures and an action item list of...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-03-2022, 11:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,971
Posted By Sonic
Careful here. The vast majority of diesel engines...

Careful here. The vast majority of diesel engines do NOT use OAT coolants.

Also, there’s no problem running OAT in the generator as long as its not mixed with the older coolant.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-15-2022, 07:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,783
Posted By Sonic
To the OP: there’s nothing crazy whatsoever with...

To the OP: there’s nothing crazy whatsoever with your expectations or assessment. Those units are at a price point that doesn’t allow for better materials or fit and finish, and for a customer that...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-15-2022, 07:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 932
Posted By Sonic
Here’s a good video on roof A/C maintenance with...

Here’s a good video on roof A/C maintenance with advice from the owner of the National RV Training Academy
https://youtu.be/Gbm8hOyZlrU
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-13-2022, 10:28 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,591
Posted By Sonic
I’m assuming that for some people, this slide...

I’m assuming that for some people, this slide motor bolt issue and the various fixes can be intimidating, but simply checking the bolts isn’t difficult, although accessing the bedroom slide motor...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-13-2022, 09:19 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,274
Posted By Sonic
The coach you’re looking for is out there, but of...

The coach you’re looking for is out there, but of course a sellers market makes the search more time consuming. My approach was to use the RV Trader filters to narrow my search, then send a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-12-2021, 07:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,543
Posted By Sonic
It’s not only the inverter that can get damaged...

It’s not only the inverter that can get damaged by disconnecting the negative first, but also anything connected to the network cables like the remote or ags. When the negative cable is removed, the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-12-2021, 07:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 611
Posted By Sonic
Are you sure the wiper arm is seated all the way...

Are you sure the wiper arm is seated all the way down on the spline and the nut is torqued to the proper spec?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-10-2021, 05:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,236
Posted By Sonic
Update: as a temporary fix, I disconnected the 12...

Update: as a temporary fix, I disconnected the 12 volt power from the solenoid and as expected, the air pathway to the air lock has been closed. Problem temporarily resolved.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-10-2021, 06:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,236
Posted By Sonic
No luck so far but putting duct tape over the...

No luck so far but putting duct tape over the contacts did not stop the noise, confirming that it’s the air lock towards the top of the door on the hinge side.
I need to temporarily disconnect that...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-09-2021, 08:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,054
Posted By Sonic
To get the 20 hour rate, divide 460 amp hours by...

To get the 20 hour rate, divide 460 amp hours by 20 = 23 amps.
Charge your batteries to a full charge, let them rest overnight, then perform a rundown test by putting a load of 23 amps on the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-28-2021, 08:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,469
Posted By Sonic
You stated that you “don’t go without electric...

You stated that you “don’t go without electric that much” which for me would immediately rule out the effort and expense of Lithium.
Tom Morton performed an interesting in-depth head-to-head of...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-25-2021, 02:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,236
Posted By Sonic
Thanks. I pulled the contact blocks out of the...

Thanks. I pulled the contact blocks out of the door and the jamb. The connections were all solid, but I tightened up the crimp sleeves just in case. Unfortunately, the problem still exists.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-24-2021, 07:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,236
Posted By Sonic
I haven’t found a solution yet. I cleaned,...

I haven’t found a solution yet. I cleaned, adjusted and lubricated the contacts, checked the wiring, checked the alignment of the four contacts, tried pulling the “door lock” fuse and removing power...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-20-2021, 08:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,236
Posted By Sonic
So I think it’s the air cylinder activated lock...

So I think it’s the air cylinder activated lock towards the top of the door making all of the noise while driving. Would pulling the door lock fuse on the circuit board in the bay under the driver’s...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-19-2021, 09:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,097
Posted By Sonic
Once torqued to the Newmar spec with loctite on...

Once torqued to the Newmar spec with loctite on the threads I marked the bolt head and mount with a grease pen to give me a quick visual check for a bolt loosening. I also check for any gap between...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-18-2021, 07:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,236
Posted By Sonic
Thanks. I’ll look for that module and reach out...

Thanks. I’ll look for that module and reach out to Trimark. I don’t know which of the four door contacts is tied to the door lock actuator or where the ground wire terminates, so I have some...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-18-2021, 07:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,962
Posted By Sonic
45 foot coaches towing jeeps, pickups, trailers...

45 foot coaches towing jeeps, pickups, trailers etc. are common in California. You’ll be fine.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-16-2021, 04:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,236
Posted By Sonic
Hmmmm, no joy on today’s drive after cleaning the...

Hmmmm, no joy on today’s drive after cleaning the contacts, removing the sensor blocks to check the connections and adjusting the lowest sensor on the door jamb to be flush with the three above it....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-14-2021, 10:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,236
Posted By Sonic
Thanks for the responses. I just scrubbed the...

Thanks for the responses.
I just scrubbed the 4 contacts on the door and the jamb to a shiny brass and will see how it goes on our next travel day (Saturday).
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-14-2021, 08:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,236
Posted By Sonic
Entry door keeps trying to lock while driving

My entry door has started to make an intermittent really loud sound from the locking mechanism during driving as if it doesn’t think the door is locked and keeps trying to lock it.
Some times is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-11-2021, 01:37 PM
Replies: 3,745
Views: 1,344,086
Posted By Sonic
Old Orchard Beach campground, Maine on a...

Old Orchard Beach campground, Maine on a beautiful early Fall day
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-07-2021, 11:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 858
Posted By Sonic
Nevermind. Straightforward headlight bulb...

Nevermind. Straightforward headlight bulb replacement.
Twist the bulb and wire harness from inside the generator compartment slightly to the left and it pulls straight out, then release the two...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-07-2021, 09:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 858
Posted By Sonic
Can you describe how you removed the bulb? ...

Can you describe how you removed the bulb?
Thanks
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-07-2021, 08:12 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 385
Posted By Sonic
Interior step detached - check your screws

When my wife was leaving the coach yesterday, she stepped onto the interior step which made a loud pop then slid down to an approximate 30 degree angle. Fortunately she caught herself and didn’t...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-05-2021, 06:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,470
Posted By Sonic
As a follow up, I took the straightforward...

As a follow up, I took the straightforward approach suggested by R Wold and reiterated by cdarmco of cleaning the splines on the pivot arm, then reinstalling the wiper arm torquing to 70 foot pounds...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-01-2021, 06:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,470
Posted By Sonic
Thanks. This would certainly the most...

Thanks. This would certainly the most straightforward solution. Yeah, a bit disconcerting when as in your situation my wiper arm was hanging out over the drivers side mirror in a rain storm.
Right,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-01-2021, 06:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,470
Posted By Sonic
Need a temporary fix for a stripped windshield wiper arm

We’re on the road and my drivers side wiper arm is stripped so it’s not gripping the splined pivot arm. I’ve called Newmar, Wiper Technologies, etc and the arms are back ordered at least a month....
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 09-24-2021, 09:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,082
Posted By Sonic
What’s going on with the RV Life iOS app? It...

What’s going on with the RV Life iOS app? It started randomly logging out a week ago, and now the app just crashes upon startup. iPhone & iPads all running the latest iOS 14.8
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-16-2021, 09:52 AM
Replies: 13,633
Views: 2,137,225
Posted By Sonic
I was looking for a sound bar for my outside TV...

I was looking for a sound bar for my outside TV and it struck me that I have Sonos One speakers in my house that sit idle while we’re traveling so I grabbed some 1/4” plywood, speaker grill cloth,...
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