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Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-06-2023, 07:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,261
Posted By Oldboots1950
Ours came with a windshield and both doorglass...

Ours came with a windshield and both doorglass panels.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-26-2022, 05:16 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 15,129
Posted By Oldboots1950
My 12.5 kw genset was doing as described. Took it...

My 12.5 kw genset was doing as described. Took it to Cummins. Two weeks in the shop and $3k later, it was doing the same thing.
I personally installed a new fuel filter and no more problem.
Wish I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-07-2022, 08:12 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 36,971
Posted By Oldboots1950
After the recall was performed my indicator...

After the recall was performed my indicator changed to a yellow outline of a engine. I just wait for it to go out and I haven't had any problems.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-24-2022, 10:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 792
Posted By Oldboots1950
Playmaker

I would suggest ordering a new Wally with remote from Amazon. Last one I bought was less than $90.00.
The Wally was built for the RV market and can better tolerate the temperature differences and...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 01-09-2022, 09:53 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 19,102
Posted By Oldboots1950
I would walk. We did and 8 pm that night we got...

I would walk. We did and 8 pm that night we got a call from the dealer sucking it up.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-31-2021, 10:54 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,626
Posted By Oldboots1950
The heading states United States Towing Laws.

The heading states United States Towing Laws.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-31-2021, 06:49 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,072
Posted By Oldboots1950
I will deal with it if a problem arises. No...

I will deal with it if a problem arises. No reason to run a onboard parts house.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-31-2021, 10:53 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,626
Posted By Oldboots1950
Brake required for towed vehicles by state /...

Brake required for towed vehicles by state / towed vehicle weight.


UNITED STATES TOWING LAWS

0 lbs

* Kansas

* North Dakota
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-28-2021, 03:03 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,626
Posted By Oldboots1950
You answered your question yourself.

You answered your question yourself.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-13-2021, 06:01 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 36,971
Posted By Oldboots1950
I had the dash update done. No problems. Some...

I had the dash update done. No problems. Some of the alarms have a new sound. Overall very pleased as there were some other improvements with the update.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-16-2021, 03:36 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,777
Posted By Oldboots1950
Propane has 96,400 BTUs per gallon. Check your...

Propane has 96,400 BTUs per gallon.
Check your appliances to see how many BTUs they burn per hour.
Keep in mind your refrigerator will not require a constant load unless you are constantly opening...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-10-2021, 06:05 AM
Replies: 611
Views: 92,827
Posted By Oldboots1950
Thank you for sharing NHTSA Letter

QUOTE=NCRog;5878541]I finally bit the bullet, drained out my aged DEF and refilled with 15 gallons of new, fresh stuff. The strong ammonia smell when I opened the cap was the final straw.

On my...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-05-2021, 02:50 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 16,265
Posted By Oldboots1950
After you turn 70 people are not going to be...

After you turn 70 people are not going to be looking.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-10-2021, 03:48 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,578
Posted By Oldboots1950
I have a 3 foot hose to make my connections more...

I have a 3 foot hose to make my connections more accessible to add filters, softner and regulator.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-10-2021, 06:56 AM
Replies: 611
Views: 92,827
Posted By Oldboots1950
Took my 2019 MADP 4551 into Freightliner on a...

Took my 2019 MADP 4551 into Freightliner on a Sunday. The ordered the part on Sunday and called Monday afternoon that the part was in. They installed on Wednesday.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-07-2021, 04:33 AM
Replies: 611
Views: 92,827
Posted By Oldboots1950
FL DEF head failure

I noted before in this thread we had a DEF head failure.
We took the coach in and thevissue was verified by FL on Sunday The part was ordered on Sunday and arrived the next day. Due to scheduling...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-01-2021, 09:24 AM
Replies: 611
Views: 92,827
Posted By Oldboots1950
How do you know you have a GEN 7 sensor? Is this...

How do you know you have a GEN 7 sensor? Is this only applicable to Spartan?
I am on my third Freightliner complete DEF Head Assembly. Freightliner parts people don't know what I am talking about...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-27-2021, 04:32 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 36,971
Posted By Oldboots1950
I picked up my 2019 MADP last night from...

I picked up my 2019 MADP last night from Freightliner Springfield, MO.
They replaced DEF head for the 2nd time, the PCM for the 2nd time and did the dash light recall.
Now my generator fires but...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-27-2021, 03:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,980
Posted By Oldboots1950
Gen 7 DEF head.

I just picked up my 2019 MADP last night from Springfield, MO Freightliner.
I ask if I was getting a gen 7 DEF head. Parts guy said he was not aware of what I was talking about.
Part #234-6080A...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-20-2021, 09:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 352
Posted By Oldboots1950
2019 MADP 4551 Dash update/recall

I have my MADP in the shop for dash recall and to replace the DEF head for the second time. The dash air also stopped working on the way to the dealer. Clutch is not engaging.
Having said all that...
Forum: iRV2 Owners Registry 07-13-2021, 05:24 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 294
Posted By Oldboots1950
2016 Newmar Dutch Star 4081

2016 Newmar Dutch Star 4081 (2021-07-13 11:24:25)
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-13-2021, 05:02 AM
Replies: 611
Views: 92,827
Posted By Oldboots1950
2nd DEF Head in 2 years

2019 MADP 4551 Freightliner Custom Chassis.
Last week my check engine light come on. I took it to Springfield Freightliner in Missouri.
The tech said it is a high temp issue. A new DEF Head is on...
Forum: iRV2 Owners Registry 07-06-2021, 03:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 269
Posted By Oldboots1950
Newmar :: 2019 Mountain Aire 4551

Newmar :: 2019 Mountain Aire 4551 (2021-07-06 21:09:05)
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-06-2021, 02:57 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,419
Posted By Oldboots1950
Do you open the hood to turn the water on or do...

Do you open the hood to turn the water on or do you leave it on?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-22-2021, 03:30 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 92,827
Posted By Oldboots1950
GPS will give you speed

GPS will give you speed
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 06-20-2021, 02:52 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 26,057
Posted By Oldboots1950
I started having slow leaks at 17 years. It took...

I started having slow leaks at 17 years. It took me about a hour each. I changed shocks at the same time. Firestone makes them. I had to remove a front and rear and disassemble to get the part...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-15-2021, 05:00 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,039
Posted By Oldboots1950
DEF head issue

We have a 2019 MADP 4551.
This worked for us.
Every time I shut the coach off (FL) and restart it would go into limp mode. I found if I topped off the DEF tank the coach would fire up and run fine...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-04-2017, 05:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,540
Posted By Oldboots1950
Keys

I just looked at my key numbrmer and it is different.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-04-2017, 05:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,090
Posted By Oldboots1950
Thanks! Good to know.

Thanks! Good to know.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-04-2017, 03:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,492
Posted By Oldboots1950
I jist reinstalled three today that fell off.

I jist reinstalled three today that fell off.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-04-2017, 03:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,090
Posted By Oldboots1950
Holding and water tank sensors

I was under the impression the sensors were internal of the tanks. But while chasing this down today I find mine are external and all three on the passenger side had fell off. I removed the failed...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-02-2017, 12:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,203
Posted By Oldboots1950
Penguin heat pumps

PPL in Texas has 13.5 on sale for $849.00 and 15 on sale for $998.00 until November 3. You will have to get the CCC ll stst and 2 new mounting gaskets.
Both are white. For about $25.00 you can buy...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-01-2017, 11:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 770
Posted By Oldboots1950
Front clearance lights

I just replaced all 5. Three were not working. They are LED and had self-destruct due to age. There is a number on the lense and you can order from Amazon. Manufactured by Grote.
Replaced rears...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-26-2017, 08:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,031
Posted By Oldboots1950
Unfortunately I have deen a design engineer for...

Unfortunately I have deen a design engineer for the past 42 years and don't compromise on trying to make a silk.purse out of a pigs ear. So I am going back with new materials. The problem with this...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-26-2017, 07:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,031
Posted By Oldboots1950
Yeah, units have already been resealed. Was not...

Yeah, units have already been resealed. Was not the problem.
Top photo with grill housing and register removed.
Bottom photo with grill housing in place. Housing is at least 1" below the duct...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-26-2017, 07:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,031
Posted By Oldboots1950
All I have to do is how to post a photo again.

All I have to do is how to post a photo again.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-26-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,031
Posted By Oldboots1950
This is the very issue I am talking about. I...

This is the very issue I am talking about. I will go out a take a photo and post so hou can see what I am talking about.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-26-2017, 07:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,031
Posted By Oldboots1950
Newmar ceiling panel sagging

There a couple of old threads on this. So I am going to start a new one. I have one panel sagging at this time (one of the 4 footers). It is sagging about two inches below the ducting. Called...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-25-2017, 09:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,744
Posted By Oldboots1950
Do you have photos? I have one panel saging. No...

Do you have photos? I have one panel saging. No apprarance of water. Kind of wondering if cabinet is pulling mine down.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-17-2017, 07:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,603
Posted By Oldboots1950
Listen to 007, he spesks the facts. You CAN...

Listen to 007, he spesks the facts.
You CAN start the engine with the jacks down and the warning buzzer is warning you to not drive off as you are going to cause damage.
Put the key in ACC which...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 07:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,970
Posted By Oldboots1950
I will test that theory next week. My pedals...

I will test that theory next week. My pedals adjust in and out so will move them too.and see if it makes any difference.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 07:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,970
Posted By Oldboots1950
I checked the travel and it is only 3/4" and...

I checked the travel and it is only 3/4" and slack adjuster is 90° to the actuators which my former truck parts supplier said to be properly adjusted. I did test drive it on our paved driveway and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 05:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,970
Posted By Oldboots1950
I already took it to one truck shop and was told...

I already took it to one truck shop and was told my brakes were good to go. They had one motor home in the shop and one sitting outside. So I thought they were comfortable working on MHs. That's...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2017, 09:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,970
Posted By Oldboots1950
It's not the money, it's the direction. Its...

It's not the money, it's the direction. Its knowing where to take or not take it. The dealer we bought it from does not do chassis work and suggested a Petro Truck stop.
We own 5 boats around the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2017, 09:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,970
Posted By Oldboots1950
If you are addressing Oldboots, I am not...

If you are addressing Oldboots, I am not endangering anyone including myself. My coach is in my yard being gone over with a fine tooth comb to put it into top shape before we venture out. Hence me...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2017, 09:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,970
Posted By Oldboots1950
I talked.to the original.owner this past Friday. ...

I talked.to the original.owner this past Friday. He said he is 92 and still driving his new motor home that he traded the Dutch Star for. He said he wishes that he kept the Dutch Star.
Now to my...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2017, 08:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,970
Posted By Oldboots1950
Now would be the time to do it before my wife...

Now would be the time to do it before my wife gets it loaded with missle hazards.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2017, 05:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,970
Posted By Oldboots1950
2003 Dutch Star

I have been concerned about my brakes as well. Today I had my wife push on the pedal as I observed the actuators which are working. My concern is the coach has 105k miles and original shoes and...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2017, 02:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 725
Posted By Oldboots1950
Yes you did. I see you have the Workhorse...

Yes you did. I see you have the Workhorse chassis. Is that a tag axle chassis?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-15-2017, 02:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 725
Posted By Oldboots1950
Yes, says Spartan on everything. I had read post...

Yes, says Spartan on everything. I had read post recommending the Mountain Master chassis by Spartan. My owners manual has sheets on two different chassis and to check Newmar manual to identify...
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