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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-23-2023, 01:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 432
Posted By CharlieM
Hella fog lights

I have a burned out bulb in my hella fog lights and cannot find the way to change the bulb. 2001 Mountainaire on W22.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-23-2021, 06:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 381
Posted By CharlieM
Well, there actually is no way to access the...

Well, there actually is no way to access the inside screws. How crazy is that. I used a trim pry to open the gap far enough to access the bulbs and changed it out successfully. Evidently the lens...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-17-2021, 12:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 381
Posted By CharlieM
Tail light removal mystery.

Hey all; I have a 2001 Mountainaire gasser. The right turn signal is burned out. I can find the two screws on the exterior but there seems to be two more on the other side. I can find no way to...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-25-2016, 03:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 683
Posted By CharlieM
Hopkins TPMS and Valve Extensions

Ok, bought 6 new Goodyears and put them on the MH. Only has to sell a couple of the kids to pay that off. Put a Hopkins TPMS on..sort of. The install of the sensors was quick with one exception....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-15-2016, 04:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 825
Posted By CharlieM
I was also given Cummins Atlantic in Kenly as a...

I was also given Cummins Atlantic in Kenly as a first pick. I had the brake recall done there several years ago so I may go back to them.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-15-2016, 03:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 825
Posted By CharlieM
Outside of the fronts was starting to cup and...

Outside of the fronts was starting to cup and wear down. I replaced the tires for age though not for the wear. I suspect that the camber is off or they are a bit toe out. It drove fine though. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-15-2016, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 825
Posted By CharlieM
Front End Alignment W22

Anyone know of a shop near New Bern, NC that will do front end work, specifically an alignment on a W22. I had six new tires put on but the shop wasn't setup to do the alignment (no bays big...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-26-2015, 07:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,910
Posted By CharlieM
Thanks, I will give that a shot.

Thanks, I will give that a shot.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-25-2015, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,910
Posted By CharlieM
Phoenix. Can you give me any numbers on the...

Phoenix. Can you give me any numbers on the O-rings? Seems that would be way easier than changing out the lines and way cheaper. OBTW went to Ultra and they were no help short of a replacement...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-19-2015, 09:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,384
Posted By CharlieM
Texas Tom, if you think you need to then do it or...

Texas Tom, if you think you need to then do it or it will pester you till you do. The only issue is that when I was up in the wheel well I saw more stuff to "take a look at". Been doing this since...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-18-2015, 11:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,384
Posted By CharlieM
Update. Got all the plugs and wires changed out...

Update. Got all the plugs and wires changed out over the weekend. Tried all the above mentioned ways of removing the boots. Finally, I just got an old boot puller, two handed grip, twisted the...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-12-2015, 10:13 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,759
Posted By CharlieM
If it was bearing of any kind it would have set...

If it was bearing of any kind it would have set up a racket that would be hard to miss. Low oil pressure sets off an alarm or puts the rig into "Get Home". The normal reason to pull the valve cover...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-07-2015, 09:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,581
Posted By CharlieM
I bought the fan at Advance Auto. The motor was...

I bought the fan at Advance Auto. The motor was an exact fit and by using the new fan and motor in the old frame I have a working model. One note is that my electrical fittings were not the same...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-05-2015, 09:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,384
Posted By CharlieM
I am about to do the same to my 2001 Mountainaire...

I am about to do the same to my 2001 Mountainaire on a W22. My question is about the shields. Do they come off with the wire? Do you grasp the shield or the boot? I still have the original plugs...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-04-2015, 07:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By CharlieM
Scare Lights

If you find one let us know. I intend to convert to all LED a piece at a time.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-04-2015, 06:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,581
Posted By CharlieM
O'Reillys

Thanks. We have a new O'Reillys in town so I will check with them. Is it a straight swap, or did you have to made some "adjustments"? I will have to make some adjustments/repairs to the old frame...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-02-2015, 09:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,581
Posted By CharlieM
Fan

I did try that site and no luck. Part two, there is no set screw on the unit. I pulled it this afternoon and there is an elliptical shaft with a screw on the top and no set screw that can be...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-02-2015, 12:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,581
Posted By CharlieM
W22 with 8.1L AC condenser fan

I have a 2001 W22 one of the cooling fans for the A/C condenser in the front of the engine compartment is starting to fail (gets hot and when not running is resistant to turning). I am looking for a...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-30-2015, 09:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 902
Posted By CharlieM
M&D, If you ever have a doubt about ANY filter,...

M&D,
If you ever have a doubt about ANY filter, change it. The costs are small and the reward can be major. Problem is that if you do manage to save yourself you will never know..:-)
On the other...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-30-2015, 09:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By CharlieM
Update. Thanks Spk64. I ordered the light from...

Update. Thanks Spk64. I ordered the light from Superbright LED and it works like a champ and looks great. I was a bit disappointed in the workmanship by Newmar in putting in the original fixture,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-05-2015, 08:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By CharlieM
Porch Light

Thanks Spk64, I will give that a shot. I like the LED conversion better than an OEM replacement.
Forum: Vintage RV's 04-03-2015, 03:12 PM
Replies: 676
Views: 139,101
Posted By CharlieM
Tuck wash

The truck wash places have a pretty severe degreaser in their wash foam. If you ask they can switch to the milder wash and they will flush out the sprayers before putting in the RV. I had a guy at...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-03-2015, 02:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By CharlieM
The "no switch" may work. Mine is actually made...

The "no switch" may work. Mine is actually made of steel and was originally chrome. The metal oxidized from the back due to a small leak at the top of the frame. The socket is also corroded but I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-03-2015, 12:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,666
Posted By CharlieM
Patio Light

I have a 2001 MACA 3758 with the rectangle shaped patio light to the left of the door. I am looking for a replacement for that light as it has some significant corrosion issues. Any suggestions?
Forum: Vintage RV's 04-03-2015, 09:43 AM
Replies: 676
Views: 139,101
Posted By CharlieM
Update

Update, it is April of 15 and my rear cap is starting to show some signs of the finish breaking down. As soon as the pollen here in eastern NC stops I will re-prep and refinish with a couple of...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 01-06-2015, 10:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,190
Posted By CharlieM
Found some

I did manage to find some camshaft sensors. In my search I found them from $150+ to $50 for the same sensor. I bought two just to have a spare on hand. From a couple of PMs I gather that they last...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-12-2014, 12:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,190
Posted By CharlieM
Seems that P0342 is the CAMSHAFT Position Sensor...

Seems that P0342 is the CAMSHAFT Position Sensor and not the Crankshaft. Does anyone have any information on this one? I pulled it and got the numbers for my 2001 W-22 8.1L and found that this...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-12-2014, 11:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,530
Posted By CharlieM
Terry735001, Prophetic. I just had the DTC...

Terry735001,
Prophetic. I just had the DTC light come on with a P0342 code. That's the low power malfunction for the CamShaft Position Sensor. I have a 2001 Newmar with the 8.1. I have been...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-05-2014, 10:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,190
Posted By CharlieM
I was searching for crankshaft position sensor...

I was searching for crankshaft position sensor failure when I came across your post. I had a recent similar experience when 2001 Newmar on a W22 trying to merge at an on-ramp. Skipping, missing,...
Forum: Vintage RV's 05-28-2014, 12:31 PM
Replies: 676
Views: 139,101
Posted By CharlieM
My Zep High Gloss looks as good as when I put it...

My Zep High Gloss looks as good as when I put it on. It will be two years in July. Keeping my fingers crossed. I didn't use the High Traffic because a friend who does commercial floors told me...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-01-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,930
Posted By CharlieM
You were right

I got on the roof this weekend since the weather was supposed to be dry all weekend. Removed the cover and then removed the base, which crumbled as I took it off. The insulation that I could see...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-18-2013, 12:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,930
Posted By CharlieM
That may very well be the case. The vent may be...

That may very well be the case. The vent may be set back over the top of the fridge by several inches. I will definitely look when I get back on the roof. I am definitely going to install fan(s)...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-17-2013, 05:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,930
Posted By CharlieM
I'' Check

Thanks for the quick replies.

It definitely does not look like that. I will remove the base and see if I can move it. I am waiting for a new base and Lap Seal since the base that is now mounted...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-16-2013, 12:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,930
Posted By CharlieM
Refrigerator roof vent blocked?

Having some cooling problems with my NDR1292 Dometic reefer. So I check all the things you can find on the web and everything seems to check out (ohms, volts, resistance etc). Went to the roof to...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-30-2013, 12:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,050
Posted By CharlieM
Trim Moulding

Camping World

Search - trim moulding insert - Camping World...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-30-2013, 12:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,360
Posted By CharlieM
They worked

Got the brackets from Home Depot. Even though they were for a Westinghouse 42" fan, they fit perfectly. Thanks for the link that worked. :thumb:

r/Charlie
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-22-2013, 07:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,360
Posted By CharlieM
Thanks for the link to Home Depot. The closest...

Thanks for the link to Home Depot. The closest one to me is 54 miles but I went to the web site and the measurements appear to be identical to mine so I ordered the set of 5. The blades are for a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-21-2013, 01:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,360
Posted By CharlieM
Broken Ceiling Fan Blade

I have a 2001 MACA 3758. The bedroom ceiling has a 36" white 5 blade ceiling fan. One of the brackets that holds the blade to the fan has broken. I can not find any information on who makes the fan...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-12-2012, 06:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,521
Posted By CharlieM
Do you sometimes get a moment when the air comes...

Do you sometimes get a moment when the air comes out the defroster vents and then switches to the dash vents? This is a clue that you have a vacume leak maybe intermitant but it may be affecting the...
Forum: Vintage RV's 08-12-2012, 06:47 PM
Replies: 676
Views: 139,101
Posted By CharlieM
Yep, five minutes or so is all it takes if you...

Yep, five minutes or so is all it takes if you are doing the thin coats. Looks like you are doing a great job. Saw an add today for a product that is probably the same as JEP and costs 19.95 A...
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-17-2012, 11:53 AM
Replies: 676
Views: 139,101
Posted By CharlieM
With ZEP Wet Look

Here are some pictures of our 2001 Mountainaire with five coats of ZEP Wet look. Pretty impressive if it lasts awhile.
Forum: Vintage RV's 06-27-2012, 08:46 PM
Replies: 676
Views: 139,101
Posted By CharlieM
Wow shine

Just finished the 5th coat on my 2001 Mountainaire. Used the Zep wet look. One of my neighbors who has a Winnie walked over and wanted to know what shop I used to "buff and wax" the MH. Showed him...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-27-2012, 04:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,170
Posted By CharlieM
PH 30 for PH 8873

Is there any reason I can't substitute a Fram PH30 for the PH8873 on the 8.1 in a W22?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-29-2011, 03:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 787
Posted By CharlieM
Service Panel Lights

The sting lights that are in my service panel (where the A/C control, tank monitor, exterior light swithches are) are now down to one light. Does anyone know how to replace these lights?
...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-10-2011, 01:39 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 24,764
Posted By CharlieM
Just got my coach back fro Cummins Atlantic,...

Just got my coach back fro Cummins Atlantic, Kenly NC. They were pros from the Service Writer, Joan, to the Service Rep, Roger. I expected to be in and out in one day, but due to an issue that...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-28-2011, 12:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,293
Posted By CharlieM
My Dometic NDR-1292 is out also. Just searching...

My Dometic NDR-1292 is out also. Just searching the Web leads me to think that these things are notoriously BAD. Mine is a simple fix. I pulled the thermistor and the fridge turned into an icebox....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-28-2011, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,437
Posted By CharlieM
I have a set of G670's on my 2001 Mountainaire. ...

I have a set of G670's on my 2001 Mountainaire. They are in excess of 6 years old and have 21k miles. They show virutually NO wear. I do keep them covered, even on an overnight and have never used...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-26-2011, 07:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 957
Posted By CharlieM
Any of the modern, properly rated, tires will...

Any of the modern, properly rated, tires will work fine. I have a penchant for Good Year on the RV but have for the past 30yrs used Michelin on the dingys. Good Years seem to have a little more...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-26-2011, 11:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 964
Posted By CharlieM
Thanks, that helped a lot. I lost the wide angle...

Thanks, that helped a lot. I lost the wide angle passenger side mirror the same way. Got ready to leave the campsite in the morining, looked at the mirror and GONE. Kinda makes you wonder why they...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-26-2011, 09:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 964
Posted By CharlieM
Lost Panel/Door

I lost the outside refrigerator access door/vent on my 2001 MACA. I would suspect that these are a standard item across many models and manufactures but I can't seem to find out how to get a...
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