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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-03-2024, 04:48 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,399
Posted By BillW1
Check List = Wise Move

I have a checklist for making sure I pack and load everything in the RV before we leave home. I've never used a checklist for departing a campsite. Having said that I know I'm not getting any...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-12-2024, 08:03 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,130
Posted By BillW1
I have the central vac in my 2019 New Aire. It...

I have the central vac in my 2019 New Aire. It is above the cord reel in the basement. You can also hook the hose in outside to clean the storage under the couch. Hose could be just a little...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-31-2024, 09:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,308
Posted By BillW1
Same Thing

I had the same thing with the bathroom wall in my New Aire where the pocket door goes. The paneling bowed out in the middle and came loose by the door to the bedroom. I think what is happening is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-08-2024, 12:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 609
Posted By BillW1
I wondered what that was for as well. I've been...

I wondered what that was for as well. I've been using it to store messy stuff like jugs of oasis fluid, quart of ATF for HWH system, spray bottles of window cleaner, etc. Anything that would make a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-11-2023, 01:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 442
Posted By BillW1
I have a 2019 New Aire 3343 and there is a...

I have a 2019 New Aire 3343 and there is a breaker in the closet of the bedroom. It is not in the grey box, it is in a little box of breakers nearer the door of the closet. It is really a tiny...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-11-2023, 01:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,922
Posted By BillW1
Shortly after I got my NADP I took the main...

Shortly after I got my NADP I took the main DirecTV box out of the house, put up the factory satelite dish on the New Aire and plugged the box in. Just wanted to see what would happen. What...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-21-2023, 04:06 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,716
Posted By BillW1
I have a telescoping ladder that will work as an...

I have a telescoping ladder that will work as an A-Frame or a straight ladder. I keep an old rubber backed rug under the bed. Using the ladder as an A-Frame I climb up and drape the rug over the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-06-2023, 07:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 375
Posted By BillW1
Samsung Refrigerator

I have a Samsung refrigerator in my New Aire as well. I haven't heard the sound you talk about but obviously the ice maker makes some sounds as it makes ice. There is a switch on the lighted panel...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-06-2023, 07:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 441
Posted By BillW1
That is exactly how mine works. It is the same...

That is exactly how mine works. It is the same for both armrests on the driver and the passenger seats.


Bill
2019 New Aire 3343
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-06-2023, 07:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 300
Posted By BillW1
Adjusting the Pedals

That's weird. On my 2019 New Aire the switch to adjust the pedals is the first switch to the right of the steering wheel. It's right underneath the radio next to the switch for the driver's visor....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-31-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,401
Posted By BillW1
Sanicon Shower

I feel your pain. A mouse apparently got to my Sanicon hose on my last trip. At the end of the trip I was dumping the black tank first of course. Turned on the Sanicon and the hose erupted like a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-31-2023, 05:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,401
Posted By BillW1
SaniCon ByPass

Yes it is. There are two outlets with separate valves. One goes through the Sanicon, the other one is a normal outlet like you would have if you didn't have Sanicon. Use which ever one you want....
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-10-2023, 06:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,279
Posted By BillW1
Intermittent Steps

I had a similar problem with my steps. When they worked they worked great. When they quit working they refused to retract. Then just as suddenly as they stopped working they would start again. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-10-2023, 06:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 325
Posted By BillW1
Nice Job

Thanks. That's a really nice writeup. Love the pictures. They really help.


Bill
2019 New Aire 3343
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-10-2023, 06:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,530
Posted By BillW1
I'm surprised nobody has mentioned the National...

I'm surprised nobody has mentioned the National New York Central Railroad Museum in Elkhart.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_New_York_Central_Railroad_Museum...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-10-2023, 06:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 589
Posted By BillW1
We bought our New Aire (new) from NIRVC in...

We bought our New Aire (new) from NIRVC in Lawrenceville. While I was there picking it up I noticed a dent in one of the storage cabinet doors. The body shop at NIRVC took the door off while I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-02-2023, 07:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 325
Posted By BillW1
I'll have to follow this and see what people say....

I'll have to follow this and see what people say. I thought that the valves for the feet and the slides were all there together by the hydraulic pump. Hopefully somebody knows and we'll both learn...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-12-2023, 04:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,737
Posted By BillW1
I don't use the awnings very often but when I do...

I don't use the awnings very often but when I do I have to remember to plug them in first. Since I've read other posts about awnings extending on their own I just leave mine unpluged. The plugs are...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-02-2023, 06:58 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,149
Posted By BillW1
One Long Duct

You are correct. There is one long duct from the front all the way back to the bedroom. Both A/C units pump cold air into it. Air being air, it tries to come out the closest hole which is in the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-29-2023, 07:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,880
Posted By BillW1
Checked Recalls

Since you suggested it I just checked from the link you provided. Said there are no active recalls for my coach for anything but thanks for prompting me to look.


Bill
2019 New Aire 3343
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-28-2023, 07:15 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,149
Posted By BillW1
2019 New Aire 3343

I have a 2019 New Aire 3343 with the recliners. It has the washer & dryer but we rarely use it. You will wish it had more power but you'll learn to live with it. With the comfort steer you can...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-28-2023, 06:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,880
Posted By BillW1
Hit Brakes for No Reason

One time I have had a "Joker" come in front of me and it hit the brakes faster than I could. Unfortunately two times I have been driving down the interstate with no vehicles in front of me and it...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-06-2023, 05:28 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 11,666
Posted By BillW1
I think it is safer for everyone if most of the...

I think it is safer for everyone if most of the traffic is going the same speed. When you get people in a hurry trying to pass slower vehicles they are tempted to take unnnecessary chances. I try...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-31-2023, 08:34 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,345
Posted By BillW1
Low bridges can be scary. I recently traveled a...

Low bridges can be scary. I recently traveled a road under a railroad bridge. As you drive up the road the railroad bridge is level with you but the road has a big dip in it to go under the bridge....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-31-2023, 08:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 406
Posted By BillW1
I have a solar panel that came on the roof of my...

I have a solar panel that came on the roof of my New Aire. it is pretty small so it is probably like the 5 watt one discussed here. Even with the power shut off at the salesman switch and the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-25-2023, 07:11 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,258
Posted By BillW1
Pressure Sensor Explaination

Actually I thought it was pretty good. I have a much better understanding now.

Thank you for taking the time to put that together.


One of the great things about this forum is the vast...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-24-2023, 07:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,258
Posted By BillW1
What is Pressure Sensor for

This is really interesting to me. I had no idea that waste tanks had a pressure sensor in them. Didn't think there was any pressure in the waste tanks to sense. Now I'm curious.


What does the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-24-2023, 07:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 295
Posted By BillW1
Power Steering Line Blowout

When my New Aire was about a month old I went to Lake Erie to camp in East Harbor State Park. I was at the water tap filling the tank before going to my site with the engine idling. The front...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-24-2023, 07:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,653
Posted By BillW1
Slide Topper Replacement

I got the same email yesterday. I read about it and they say they cut the top of the slide that sticks up off and put some sort of an L shaped piece where the edge they cut off used to be. Not sure...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-31-2023, 10:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 475
Posted By BillW1
I talked to RiverPark yesterday. I told them all...

I talked to RiverPark yesterday. I told them all the troubleshooting steps I had taken.
1. unpluged the camera module power for 5 minutes.
2. switched the front and rear camera wires...the front...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-29-2023, 06:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 358
Posted By BillW1
When my coach is plugged in both sets of...

When my coach is plugged in both sets of batteries are kept charged. I'm not sure about the voltage that Skip426 is talking about. I haven't had a problem where it stopped charging either set of...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-29-2023, 06:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 475
Posted By BillW1
Thanks. I'll give that a shot. I tried it...

Thanks. I'll give that a shot. I tried it before but didn't wait like they told you to do. I'm hoping it works. If it doesn't work I am going to be calling RiverPark on Tuesday.


Bill
2019...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-28-2023, 03:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,661
Posted By BillW1
Fifth Wheel Won't Release

I read this thread with great interest because years ago I bought a used 5th wheel. Had the dealer install the hitch in the truck and they hooked up the trailer. I drove, excited to go camping. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-27-2023, 01:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 475
Posted By BillW1
New Aire Rear Camera Frozen

I have a 2019 New Aire. Just fired it up today for the first time in a while and my rear camera is frozen. I have a picture which I can switch between the three rear view angles but the picture...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-22-2023, 06:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 842
Posted By BillW1
They call them lug nut covers and you can get...

They call them lug nut covers and you can get metal or plastic. They have a lot of different ones on Amazon. The ones you get must match the size of your lug nuts The ones for my coach are pointier...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-22-2023, 06:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,724
Posted By BillW1
I wish we could get a straight answer from HWH...

I wish we could get a straight answer from HWH about using WD-40 or Dry Silicone Spray or nothing on the jacks. Obviously enough people have been to HWH and were told not to use WD-40 but on the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-18-2023, 04:19 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,427
Posted By BillW1
Thanks Tom. It is great to hear that he listened...

Thanks Tom. It is great to hear that he listened to you and took notes. That is really positive.

Anyone can run a company, but the good people have the ability to attract and retain top talent...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-02-2023, 03:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,662
Posted By BillW1
When I bought my 2019 New Aire I took the...

When I bought my 2019 New Aire I took the traditional warranty trip to Newmar Factory Service. I had noticed a lot of corrosion in the battery compartment and I pointed this out to my tech. He...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-02-2023, 03:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,671
Posted By BillW1
This is interesting. I have hearing aids but...

This is interesting. I have hearing aids but I've been thinking about upgrading to the kind that will connect to your phone, computer, TV, etc. using Bluetooth. I'll be watching this thread to see...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-27-2023, 08:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,115
Posted By BillW1
Newmar Tech

I have been to Newmar Service before with my 2019 New Aire and Duane was my tech. He is very knowledgeable and great to work with. He taught me a lot about my unit. I was impressed with all the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-20-2022, 04:18 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 17,346
Posted By BillW1
Look Here, Best Part

Thank you for taking the time to research this information. I'm happy to see that my Ohio license is valid for any size/weight of trailer or motorhome. I currently have a motorhome over 26,000 lbs...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-07-2022, 07:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,298
Posted By BillW1
More than screws

I see the screws but did you also find the tape measure? I think I read another post a long time ago where someone found tools left in their coach.


Bill
2019 NADP 3343
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 10-25-2022, 09:07 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,387
Posted By BillW1
You Are Right

You are right. I just read an article about Thor and Airstream and how Thor was formed. I've also read some horror stories about Thor quality in their own brand and spoken to ex-Thor employees who...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 10-24-2022, 01:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,387
Posted By BillW1
New Owners

You are all right. Airstream has quite a reputation for quality and high price. Now that Airstream has been bought by Thor will the new models still have that high quality of the older ones? With...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-03-2022, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 920
Posted By BillW1
A Light in the Darkness

Wow, that's a damn good idea. Makes perfect sense. So simple it sounds stupid, yet it works like a charm!


Bill
2019 NADP 3343
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-03-2022, 10:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,388
Posted By BillW1
That's basically how I do it. I remove the...

That's basically how I do it. I remove the carbon filter. I partly fill the fresh tank with water then disconnect the hose and using a measuring cup I pour the total amount of bleach need (in my...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-29-2022, 10:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,331
Posted By BillW1
Unplugging Awnings

I have never had a problem with my awnings extending/retracting on their own. Even so, after reading about awnings extending by themselves on the bulletin board I leave mine unplugged. I don't use...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-27-2022, 03:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,984
Posted By BillW1
Steps Not Fully Retracting

I had the same problem where the steps would retract but stick out 3 or 4 inches. I lubed them and then worked them a bit by standing there and opening and closing the door. Seemed fine. Camped...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-14-2022, 07:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 556
Posted By BillW1
Blocking the duct

I put a fan on the counter in the bedroom to circulate air too. Both air conditioners are located above the living room. The front one above the front grill, the rear one above the grill by the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-12-2022, 07:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 556
Posted By BillW1
Blocking the duct

In my New Aire the duct goes from the front A/C unit all the way past the second A/C unit to the bedroom. The block that I believe they are talking about is put between the two A/C units. This way...
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