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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-15-2024, 02:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,134
Posted By RAWKDW10
Towing equinox

I do not recall reading anything about disconnecting the battery. We installed a battery maintainer via the coach and never had a problem.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-13-2024, 01:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,134
Posted By RAWKDW10
Tow equinox

We tow a 2023 equinox behind a bay star 3014 and you would not know it was there.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-11-2023, 09:05 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,488
Posted By RAWKDW10
Bay star

The hit our investment account took from the sale of the unit, precludes any MH for the future. We will still travel but via car instead of MH. Glad to hear that the liquid springs matched all the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-10-2023, 02:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,488
Posted By RAWKDW10
2023 bay star 3014 experience

We took delivery of our Bay Star at the NIRVC center in Vegas. Only a few items showed up during our PDI. Our complaint was the time it took to fix/replace some of the items (5 to 6 months). All...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-14-2023, 04:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 505
Posted By RAWKDW10
Selling 2023 bay star 3014

After long hours of conversation between my wife and I, we decided to sell our Bay Star. Great coach and I am sure the next owner will enjoy traveling in it.
[Mod Edit]. After a short wait we are...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-08-2023, 05:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 498
Posted By RAWKDW10
Equipment failure

We took delivery of our 2023 newmar Bay Star 3014 on 11/17/22. There were a few items on the PDI most of which have been repaired. The question I have is if you have had issues with your new Bay...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-17-2023, 09:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 284
Posted By RAWKDW10
Fresh water sensor

I have the coach stored and repairs done by NIRVC in Phoenix. They are going to check on that for me.

Thanks

Alan
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-16-2023, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 284
Posted By RAWKDW10
Fresh water tank sensors

We had a failure on our fresh tank sensor (recorded 10% when tank was full)
Has anyone else had that happen?
2023 Bay Star model 3014

Alan
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-23-2023, 09:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 938
Posted By RAWKDW10
Phoenix-kc

During the 90's I drove from Phoenix to Lee Summit every year. Some time I would go thru Kansas and other years thru Ok. then North. One route was all interstate and mind numbing. The other thru...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-19-2023, 09:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,144
Posted By RAWKDW10
Battery disconnect switch

This has been going on since the 1st of December, 2022. When I took it to NIRVC in Phoenix the first of January 2023 for storage, this was on the list from the PDI (the switch was not on the PDI). ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-18-2023, 08:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,144
Posted By RAWKDW10
Battery disconnect switch

I have a 2023 Bay Star 3014 and we can not get the battery disconnect switch to turn off. The suggestion by a tech did not work. My question to the group is how do you suggest I turn off the switch...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-12-2023, 09:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 285
Posted By RAWKDW10
Passenger shade

We took delivery of our new 2023 Bay Star model 3014 on 11/17/22. During the PDI they discovered that the passenger side shade would not retract. I understand that the service center at NIRVC in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-24-2023, 03:16 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,549
Posted By RAWKDW10
Brake system tow vehicle

I have ordered the installation of a Blue Ox tow system for my 2023 equinox behind a Newmar Baystar. The question is what braking system is best? Brake buddy or an internal electric system to avoid...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-30-2023, 08:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,902
Posted By RAWKDW10
Door latch

I guess we get to join the crowd. We took delivery of a 2023 Bay Star 3014 Nov 17, 2022. On our way home from Las Vegas, we could not get the door to unlock. Stopped at NIRVC in Phx and they took...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-24-2023, 11:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,181
Posted By RAWKDW10
Blue ox towing system 2023 chevy equinox

I have talked with a distributor for the blue ox system who will not install this system on a 2023 chevy equinox. They would not give me a reason. Have any of you had this problem or heard what the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-01-2022, 04:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 284
Posted By RAWKDW10
Door lock

According to the tech at NIRVC in Surprise, AZ, this was the first door lock problem he had seen on a Newmar. You could lock the door from the inside but not open it with a key on the outside nor...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-12-2022, 09:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,000
Posted By RAWKDW10
Portable heater bedroom bay star

We are going to take ownership of a new Bay Star 3014 next week and travel to see our daughter. The question is that I have read some comments concerning heat in the bedroom. Where my daughter...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-05-2022, 07:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 995
Posted By RAWKDW10
liquid springs installer

Living in Arizona means a 4000 mile trip to the factory. I estimate this would be a 15 day $2500+ trip. What I am trying to do now is have Newmar drive the coach to Liquid Springs, then hire...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-03-2022, 08:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 995
Posted By RAWKDW10
Liquid springs installer

I plan on installing the 4 pt liquid springs system on my 2023 Bay Star. Mr Wall at liquid springs recommended a dealer in Phoenix (Ultimate Collision & RV) and another one in Tucson (Don't have the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-07-2022, 02:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,888
Posted By RAWKDW10
Liquid springs

We have ordered a 2023 Bay Star. From our research we have determined that the Ford F53 chassis is not the best for ride and handling. The question we are asking has anyone installed the liquid...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-06-2022, 03:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 410
Posted By RAWKDW10
Bay star

We have ordered a 3014 2023 Bay Star, and I am interested in comments from current owners of 2021 thru 2022 Bay Stars any floor plan, relative to the F53 chassis ride and the new V8 performance. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-05-2022, 10:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 846
Posted By RAWKDW10
Factory pickup

We ordered our coach from NIRVC in Las Vegas.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-29-2022, 05:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 846
Posted By RAWKDW10
Have not received confirmation and date. ...

Have not received confirmation and date. Discount was 17%
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-15-2022, 11:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 620
Posted By RAWKDW10
External windshield cover

I looking into buying a external cover for the windshield on a Bay Star. Suggestions?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-13-2022, 04:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 846
Posted By RAWKDW10
Factory pick up Bay Star

I just placed the order for a 2023 Bay Star 3014. I also received an estimate for factory pick up of approximately $6000. I thought I read somewhere that the cost was closer to $10,000. Maybe that...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-11-2022, 02:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,650
Posted By RAWKDW10
Newmar web site

Angie,

Thanks for your kind offer. I believe we have resolved most of our issues. Stephanie was able to verify for us that Warranty work could be done by the Phoenix operation. That was a big...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-10-2022, 05:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,650
Posted By RAWKDW10
Newmar web site

I am sure samples are at the dealer in Las Vegas, but I live in Phoenix. My understanding is that the NIRVC in Phoenix does not sell Newmar products and probably does not have the sample items. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-10-2022, 12:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,650
Posted By RAWKDW10
Newmar web site

I have been trying to purchase a new Motor home via NIRVC and it has been the most frustrating experience I have ever had. Newmar's web site is way out of date relative to floorplans, pricing,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-07-2022, 08:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,171
Posted By RAWKDW10
Bay star sport

Thanks for all your comments. We placed an order for the Bay Star Sport yesterday. Waiting to find out delivery details. In the meantime our sales rep talked about the price increase for all...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-29-2022, 03:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,171
Posted By RAWKDW10
Baystar sport

Thanks for all your comments. My review of both coaches points me in the same direction indicated by your comments. The main issue for me now is the $20,000 difference in price for essentially...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-28-2022, 02:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,171
Posted By RAWKDW10
Baystar sport

We have been looking to buy a new motor home, and our contact at NIRVC suggested we look at the Bay Star Sport. We are comparing this unit to a Winnebago Vista about the same price range.
...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-19-2022, 08:21 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 293
Posted By RAWKDW10
Comparison motorhomes

Looking to replace my 5th wheel with a motorhome. Interested in comments concerning the comparison of the 26t spirit or the 27p Vista. Not sure if the Ford f53 chassis has overcome problems from...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-06-2021, 07:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 544
Posted By RAWKDW10
Used Ventana

We are looking at a used 2018 Ventana model 3709 with 20,000 miles selling for $220,000.
What issues should we be concerned about this model and year? A full inspection along with a copy of the...
Forum: Jayco Owner's Forum 11-05-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 906
Posted By RAWKDW10
Jayco redhawk 26m

We are looking at buying a class C and the current interest is in a Jayco Redhawk 26m. Any comments as to quality and issues would be appreciated. We are also looking at the Odysey Entegra same...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-16-2021, 02:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,357
Posted By RAWKDW10
Smile New Newmar dealer opinion?

I have started conversation with CJ at the Lazy days dealership in Mesa, AZ. They are a new Newmar dealership and I am curious if anyone has had dealings with them and your opinion. I have also...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-14-2021, 09:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 680
Posted By RAWKDW10
Smile Propane tank

I was looking at the brochures for the Dutch Star, Mtn Aire, and London aire and noticed that all of them list a propane tank as part of the floor plan. I assume that this is a typo. If you have...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-19-2020, 09:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 814
Posted By RAWKDW10
recorder dash cam

I assume that the unit overwrites the SD card when full? If you want to save the images, I guess you would transfer the data from the SD card to your computer or other storage unit. Good idea.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-18-2020, 11:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 814
Posted By RAWKDW10
Cameras

Has anyone added the ability to record images off the cameras on the coach? I am thinking of the dash cam concept. Thought it might be nice in case of an accident to have this type of service, same...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-26-2020, 01:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,674
Posted By RAWKDW10
New Aire vs Dutch Star

We are interested in opinions relative to the advantage/disadvantage of the New Aire 35xx versus the Dutch Star 37xx or 40xx relative to build, ride, list of accessories, etc.

We are planning on...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-08-2020, 10:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 482
Posted By RAWKDW10
Thanks for the info. I contacted Ms Miller at...

Thanks for the info. I contacted Ms Miller at NIRVC in Las Vegas and she sent me the data I needed.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-05-2020, 03:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 482
Posted By RAWKDW10
New Aire price list/order form

Interested in locating an order form for the 2021 3500 series new aire.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-25-2020, 05:19 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,831
Posted By RAWKDW10
GARAGE

I also live in Phoenix and have for over 50 years. It does get hot!!. I have been looking into parking my unit with National Indoor RV Center in Surprise. Have not compared the cost of their...
Forum: Full-Timers 10-17-2019, 04:13 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 17,839
Posted By RAWKDW10
Cost benefit

We just completed a 6 wk trip to the East Coast via mini van. In the past we have owned both tt, 5th wheel and class C & A. My wife's comment when we got back home was never again travel by car, but...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-13-2019, 03:41 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,787
Posted By RAWKDW10
What can I haul?

We were in the same position you are when we started our full time life style. I listened to a good friend who recommended a F250 Diesel crew cab with the tow haul mode. Reality was that the truck...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-24-2019, 09:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 800
Posted By RAWKDW10
New Aire 3500 series

Are these coaches going to be offered by newmar this year? If yes, who are the dealers?
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