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Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-04-2023, 04:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,094
Posted By Granite17
2024 GMC Canyon Flat tow

Anyone towing the new GMC Canyon AT4? It is flat towable, but not seeing a base plate offered. Appreciate if anyone has set this vehicle up yet.
The 2024 is a re-design, so different from a 2023...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-02-2023, 02:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,857
Posted By Granite17
Your following the manual to flat tow is correct,...

Your following the manual to flat tow is correct, however it does not sound like your base plate installer did a rear light diode install. For your lights to work, you’ll need this installed. ...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-31-2023, 07:52 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,976
Posted By Granite17
That’s what I use exactly on my 2021 Tahoe. Have...

That’s what I use exactly on my 2021 Tahoe. Have towed it about 40,000 miles, works great and easy. Never had an issue.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-31-2023, 07:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,526
Posted By Granite17
Personally I would avoid a coach that has sat for...

Personally I would avoid a coach that has sat for a year and a half without anything operating. I would buy either another unit or used before one that has sat that long.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-24-2023, 10:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 228
Posted By Granite17
I will check that, thanks!

I will check that, thanks!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-24-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,501
Posted By Granite17
It does not. The only way you have the...

It does not.

The only way you have the protection of the water bay heater coming on is to have the Oasis on.
Either electric elements or burner.

On my 2022 LA I set the Oasis screen ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-24-2023, 09:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 228
Posted By Granite17
Water pump occasionally continues to run?

I have noticed several times in the past couple weeks that my water pump continues to run after everything is off.
A quick touch of the on/off button on any of the Silverleaf panels corrects it...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-22-2023, 05:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 592
Posted By Granite17
I tow a 2021 Tahoe, same setup as the High...

I tow a 2021 Tahoe, same setup as the High Country. Follow your owners
manual, make yourself a cheat sheet to follow EVERY time and always have someone verify wheels are rolling before taking off....
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-22-2023, 05:02 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,947
Posted By Granite17
That’s interesting, I tow a 2021 Chevy Tahoe...

That’s interesting, I tow a 2021 Chevy Tahoe (towed 45,000 miles to date) and it has an electronic transmission, however Chevy actually has you disconnect the battery.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-16-2023, 05:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,832
Posted By Granite17
Winterizing your coaches water lines will...

Winterizing your coaches water lines will automatically take care this. Your Oasis unit is self contained and has no water in it, just Century fluid.
Winterizing hot and cold water lines is all...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-14-2023, 10:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 414
Posted By Granite17
HWH - Moscow, Iowa Service Center

I wanted to give a shout out to the service I received this week at HWH
in Moscow, Iowa.
I had a couple bent rails on my hydraulic steps, (self inflicted) and gave them a call from the Newmar...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-12-2023, 05:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 807
Posted By Granite17
All recent MA, LA, Essex and King are on Spartan...

All recent MA, LA, Essex and King are on Spartan chassis. Freightliner is not an option.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-30-2023, 04:33 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,738
Posted By Granite17
Keep fighting it, Ford denies initially and...

Keep fighting it, Ford denies initially and passes the blame to you!
I have a friend with a 2022 and exactly the same thing happened. Dealership blamed customer for ruining the transmission, Ford...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-30-2023, 12:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,083
Posted By Granite17
They may not be able to furnish “scientific...

They may not be able to furnish “scientific data”, but just ask the thousands of Magna Shade customers and all will tell you, the product does what it says it will do.

Never heard a person that...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-30-2023, 12:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,184
Posted By Granite17
Try Glens Tire in Nappanee, In. They handle...

Try Glens Tire in Nappanee, In.
They handle all replacements for Newmar, which is a couple blocks down the road.
See if they can ship for you.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-28-2023, 06:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,391
Posted By Granite17
Newmar, Entegra and Tiffin all build great...

Newmar, Entegra and Tiffin all build great coaches, but coming out of a King Aire I think you will be disappointed with a Dutch Star.
Your King had a 605 hp, a DS will only have a 450hp. Your...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-25-2023, 09:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,934
Posted By Granite17
I second using NIRVC to sell your coach on...

I second using NIRVC to sell your coach on consignment!
I personally can attest that the process was straightforward and easy.
They handled all aspects of the sale from detailing it prior to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-18-2023, 01:04 PM
Replies: 13,633
Views: 2,137,275
Posted By Granite17
DEF Head simulator, just in case!

DEF Head simulator, just in case!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-13-2023, 07:00 AM
Replies: 13,633
Views: 2,137,275
Posted By Granite17
LocknFlate air chuck for my Viair compressor. I...

LocknFlate air chuck for my Viair compressor. I wish I would have found
this great little accessory years ago.
No more down on your knees holding the air nozzle.

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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-12-2023, 06:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 648
Posted By Granite17
All of the breakdowns your experiencing are...

All of the breakdowns your experiencing are pretty small issues that each of us experience with RV ownership. Unfortunately yours all seemed to show up in a relatively short time frame. I wouldn’t...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-04-2023, 07:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 445
Posted By Granite17
Never have had to flip the heat source to get...

Never have had to flip the heat source to get warm air. It does start out cooler until the Oasis warms up, just like the shower water temperature.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-02-2023, 07:59 PM
Replies: 13,633
Views: 2,137,275
Posted By Granite17
Ordered a simulator for the DEF head in case it...

Ordered a simulator for the DEF head in case it goes out.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-02-2023, 07:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 445
Posted By Granite17
I have the same coach and your right, no where...

I have the same coach and your right, no where does it say secondary or primary.
Choose the option to heat that you like. We prefer the Oasis heat vs the heat pumps, but thats just our choice. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-01-2023, 06:30 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,184
Posted By Granite17
Were at Newmar in Nappanee this week and they...

Were at Newmar in Nappanee this week and they replaced our starting batteries on our 2022 LA with NAPA!
I was surprised with NAPA’S being used.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-29-2023, 06:51 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,184
Posted By Granite17
How long do they last? Were at the Newmar...

How long do they last? Were at the Newmar Service Center this week and this morning the coach wouldn’t start for them to take it in [emoji2959]
We used the “boost” switch and it started right up. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-28-2023, 04:23 PM
Replies: 13,633
Views: 2,137,275
Posted By Granite17
Front sway bar for my 2022 London Aire. Spartan...

Front sway bar for my 2022 London Aire. Spartan Charlotte installed.
Have only driven it from Charlotte to Nappanee, but immediately noticed an improvement on the straight line tracking .
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-21-2023, 12:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 772
Posted By Granite17
Would you mind sharing the cost? It’s kinda...

Would you mind sharing the cost?
It’s kinda the brain that controls all and actually was thinking about ordering a spare to have . 2022 LA
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-20-2023, 07:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 772
Posted By Granite17
Check the breaker in the half bath. You have 3,...

Check the breaker in the half bath. You have 3, one for each air unit.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-20-2023, 07:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 674
Posted By Granite17
2022 LA is definitely Villa!

2022 LA is definitely Villa!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-09-2023, 07:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,085
Posted By Granite17
My first thought would be where has the “new”...

My first thought would be where has the “new” 2022 Dutch Star been, that it hasn’t previously been sold?
Was it sitting on a dealer lot for the past year? Has it been sitting do to repair issues?...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-06-2023, 09:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 189
Posted By Granite17
Pull out island magnetic catch

The magnetic catch has started to hang up on our pull out island.
It releases fine, but when closing it is stopping short preventing it from locking.
I have found to lock the island in place,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-30-2023, 10:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 541
Posted By Granite17
I just had one replaced on our 2022 LA. I...

I just had one replaced on our 2022 LA. I ordered the part from Newmar and figured, how difficult can it be?
Once looked into it, you can’t get at it without pulling the tag tire.

Ended up...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-14-2023, 04:24 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 23,769
Posted By Granite17
What symptoms are you experiencing that your...

What symptoms are you experiencing that your unhappy with?
I’ve used a EEZ Tire system past 4 years with zero issues. In fact last summer I had a flat on my rear inner dual, EEZ picked it up way...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-13-2023, 08:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 480
Posted By Granite17
Shouldn’t need to physically unplug but flip the...

Shouldn’t need to physically unplug but flip the breaker it’s on to reset it.
Breaker will usually also control your bedroom and nightstand stand outlets.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-04-2023, 12:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,032
Posted By Granite17
Only loss when selling your coach on consignment...

Only loss when selling your coach on consignment is the consignment fee dealer charges to sell it for you. You set the selling price with data from dealer and have full approval of any offers. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-04-2023, 11:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 494
Posted By Granite17
In 2022 we ordered our LA the day the spec sheet...

In 2022 we ordered our LA the day the spec sheet hit the dealer, that was right at dealer meeting in May.
It was delivered to the dealer 15th of August far ahead of what was expected.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-31-2023, 07:40 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,785
Posted By Granite17
I just pulled the 2023 Colorado owners manual off...

I just pulled the 2023 Colorado owners manual off line and as long as it has the two speed transfer case it is flat towable and manual gives basically the same instructions as out 2019. Negative...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-28-2023, 05:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 645
Posted By Granite17
I have it on our 2022 London Aire and ours does...

I have it on our 2022 London Aire and ours does the same thing. Waking occasionally, adjusting and going back to sleep.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-21-2023, 04:23 PM
Replies: 22,953
Views: 1,834,303
Posted By Granite17
I live in my own little world, but it’s okay they...

I live in my own little world, but it’s okay they know me there!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-10-2023, 09:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 911
Posted By Granite17
I would give Spartan a call and ask how you...

I would give Spartan a call and ask how you adjust. They are extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
I know on my 2022, my dealer adjusted . Wasn’t something I could do myself.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-08-2023, 08:58 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,287
Posted By Granite17
Trust me, It’s a WOW!

Trust me, It’s a WOW!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-08-2023, 08:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,084
Posted By Granite17
Newgel is a great tool and can provide a Coach...

Newgel is a great tool and can provide a Coach owner some in depth product tutorials. For instance on my 2022 LA, Newgel provides very detailed settings information for Silverleaf settings. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-08-2023, 07:54 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,287
Posted By Granite17
Of course it depends on size, you can always call...

Of course it depends on size, you can always call and they will quote you.

Regular priced on mine ran about $90.00 a running foot. If your an AIM Club Lifetime member, 10% off, max of $1,000. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-08-2023, 06:51 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,287
Posted By Granite17
NIRVC Lewisville did our 2022 London Aire the...

NIRVC Lewisville did our 2022 London Aire the week before last.
Finished product is amazing!

It’s a big process if done correctly.
Paint prep was 5 days and the coating application 2...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-07-2023, 08:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 655
Posted By Granite17
Absolutely! Just call your Newmar representative...

Absolutely! Just call your Newmar representative ( contact information was on the driver window when coach was delivered) and ask for the maintenance schedule.
They will send you recommended...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 05-04-2023, 10:06 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,575
Posted By Granite17
Unfortunately the fraud risk is at the pump. ...

Unfortunately the fraud risk is at the pump.
Couple weeks back I got hit with two fraudulent charges totaling $1,300.00. on my TSD card.
Two weeks before I had bought gas at a TA outside...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-03-2023, 04:59 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,453
Posted By Granite17
There’s no doubt we all love our Newmar’s but...

There’s no doubt we all love our Newmar’s but quality control has to be the biggest opportunity to overcome.
When new coaches are experiencing I bet on the average two dozen repair items during...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 05-03-2023, 04:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,239
Posted By Granite17
That’s just plain wrong [emoji2959] On my 2022...

That’s just plain wrong [emoji2959]
On my 2022 manufactured August of 2021, they they were using Gen 7 because of all the Gen 6 failures.
Personally, I wouldn’t accept a Gen 6 and would make them...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-03-2023, 03:59 PM
Replies: 22,953
Views: 1,834,303
Posted By Granite17
A farmer went to the feed store to buy a dozen...

A farmer went to the feed store to buy a dozen bees, upon paying he decided he had better count them.
I only paid for 12 and you’ve given me 13 he told the clerk. In which the clerk replied, Oh...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-02-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,622
Posted By Granite17
I watch NIRVC replace a piece of SS trim on my...

I watch NIRVC replace a piece of SS trim on my coach when it was new.
They used fishing line. By getting behind the trim and using the line as a saw, it zipped right through the foam tape and...
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