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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-29-2022, 02:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 477
Posted By big piggy
Angry No engine or gen start

@2002 Newmar Mountain aire. Workhorse chassis 8.1. Have owned since new 65000 miles plus. Never had starting problem before. always keep battery full of water. always had 12 3 charge in both batt....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-09-2021, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 683
Posted By big piggy
Sink drain problems

Sink drain problems : When run bathroom sink, you hear a gurgle sound coming from the kitchen sink. Also if run kitchen sink water will build up (double sink) in the other side. Replaced air valve in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-31-2020, 01:25 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 17,598
Posted By big piggy
spare tire

when we had our 2002 newmar gas coach built, had the manufacture build tire carrier under coach. We carry a mounted tire in it. We had a left rear outer tire blow out. Glad we had the spare. When...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-13-2020, 02:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,072
Posted By big piggy
i HAD SAME PROBLEM MANY YEARS AGO WITH OUR...

i HAD SAME PROBLEM MANY YEARS AGO WITH OUR WORKHORSE W-22 LOOSING AIR FROM OUR EXTENSION VALVE ON THE INNER REAR TIRES. WE FOUND A SOLID METAL VALVE THAT WENT FROM THE INNER WHEEL THRU THE OUTER...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-11-2020, 02:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 862
Posted By big piggy
I think you should contact a newmar dealer for...

I think you should contact a newmar dealer for the handle and if they can't help you , you might have to wait for newmar parts reopens
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-18-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,304
Posted By big piggy
We signed up on the morning of the 8th. We have...

We signed up on the morning of the 8th. We have been going every year since 2002 to the Newmar Tampa rv show & rally. Always great to see old friends & Hope to make some new ones. I know as always...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-19-2018, 11:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,068
Posted By big piggy
R&R 2003 front tv Dutch Star

I Have looked on this site & others U-Tube for directions to remove the wood front face to get to the tv so i can remove. So far I have not been able to get instructions or pictures in removing the...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-13-2018, 12:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,036
Posted By big piggy
E-Z drain plug

Thinking about installing the e-z drain plug. Wondering if anyone has had experience with it. I don't know anybody that has or had one.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-21-2018, 01:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,710
Posted By big piggy
a/c compressor bypass parts

I WANT TO THANK EVERY ONE THAT OFFERED PARTS FOR THIS SOLUTION .
i NOW BELIEVE THESE NUMBERS WILL BE ALL THAT I NEED.
big piggy
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-18-2018, 02:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,710
Posted By big piggy
a/c compressor bypass parts

We own 2002 workhorse w22. Have 62000 miles we are now on our 3rd belt. I'm replacing the a/c compressor because pulley wobble & compressor clutch problem + leaking compressor. I understand there is...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 01-23-2018, 06:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,427
Posted By big piggy
Did install the sumo bump stop after original...

Did install the sumo bump stop after original became shot. have better ride now , they have worked great.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-19-2017, 02:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,991
Posted By big piggy
banks air ram kit

I installed awhile back after doing the exhaust system from Banks. I feel there is I difference. Much less restriction of air to the engine . I do not have more noise on acceleration than before...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-14-2017, 02:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,643
Posted By big piggy
I did not do the work myself , had a friend do...

I did not do the work myself , had a friend do it. ( always good to have a friend when you
do these type of projects ) I believe bruceh gave you a good description on how to install
those units....
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-12-2017, 03:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,643
Posted By big piggy
No they are mounted to bottom of frame rail &...

No they are mounted to bottom of frame rail & hang down touching the long spring.
Look under your unit , you will see the same type of accordion looking material. the
SumoSpring is black, not the...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-12-2017, 10:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 585
Posted By big piggy
BFlinn81 : guess i did not tell all. forgot the...

BFlinn81 : guess i did not tell all. forgot the compressor keeps working, but it wont fill
the air tank to 140 lbs as it used to do. Like you i feel the pressure switch might be at
fault. This...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-12-2017, 09:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,643
Posted By big piggy
vettnuts : sorry i guess i should have stated...

vettnuts : sorry i guess i should have stated differently. Quote from the workhorse gas
motor home chassis guide. The deflection of the main springs is slowed and controlled
by an auxiliary...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-11-2017, 12:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,643
Posted By big piggy
One of the better modifications we have done. Old...

One of the better modifications we have done. Old bags were worn out & did not function as when coach was new. YES YOU WILL BE PLEASED !!
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-11-2017, 12:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 585
Posted By big piggy
Air horns only getting 30lbs pressure

I have checked all air lines (no leaks) replaced new compressor thinking it was not coming up to pressure. My only thought at this point it may be the
pressure switch between the compressor to air...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-22-2017, 07:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,231
Posted By big piggy
Back-up camera

i have a 2002 mountan aire gas coach & the back-up camera just
quit working, would love yo to put in wirless unit. Could you let me know how you did it (have monitor in swing down ). Wich unit did...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-22-2017, 06:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 949
Posted By big piggy
Back up camera

After owning this coach since 2002 the back up camera has quit. It is a voyger ( flex vision lcm641cs) which has a drop down screen. What has other owners done to correct my problem. I quess a...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 01-01-2017, 02:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,321
Posted By big piggy
fuel gauge reading

Thanks DriVer for your thoughts on my gauge issue. if it does turn out to be the sending unit in the tank, well I guess I will just keep living with it .
I can always keep using the trip mileage...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-31-2016, 02:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,321
Posted By big piggy
Fuel gauge reading

I have a 2002 workhorse chassis with 60,000 miles, problem is fuel gauge reading. After filling up it reads full, but does not move (gauge) until 200 miles of driving, then it might just move off the...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-17-2016, 12:36 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 15,811
Posted By big piggy
Candoitoo: No I have had no problems from the...

Candoitoo: No I have had no problems from the engine, no burnt wires . it seems that Newmar did not have the heat problems as some other makes had, I think they had better airflow. you might go to...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 09-26-2016, 01:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,838
Posted By big piggy
Dale, sad to see you go, but as you say there is...

Dale, sad to see you go, but as you say there is a time to stop. You have given us all so much & you will be missed. You have kept us all in maintenance & topics.


big piggy (Tom Silbernagel)...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 08-12-2016, 02:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,046
Posted By big piggy
I have had sumitoma tires on our 2002 newmar...

I have had sumitoma tires on our 2002 newmar mountain aire. we had them in service for 8 years, looked good no problem except did not know I had driven 400 miles on a duel outside rear. shop took off...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-27-2016, 01:25 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 15,811
Posted By big piggy
cracked exhaust manifold

I have a 2002 newmar mountain aire 22,000 lb chassis. Installed a banks system installed at approx.20,000 miles & now have 60,000 miles.
Have never had any problem with this system, can say it was...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 09-04-2014, 12:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,221
Posted By big piggy
Purchased from Borg equipment & supply co direct....

Purchased from Borg equipment & supply co direct. Part #s on order 2#VH8509 . 2#VH573E. 2#DLSTB3. Being steel not aluminum the guide rubber (to hold valve from vibration & breaking) don't have...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 08-27-2014, 11:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,221
Posted By big piggy
checking tire pressure inside dual wheel

We have a Newmar, came with flexible inside wheel extenders. These had problems & hard to fill, installed duallyvalve solid valve (not extension) going thru outer wheel. we have steel wheels & they...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-31-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,765
Posted By big piggy
Sure glad i looked at post. Had done the bottom...

Sure glad i looked at post. Had done the bottom shroud some time back, still holding. Looked at the top the other day and had a hole cut in th shroud by the fan,lost one side peice. As stated sloted...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-21-2012, 11:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 886
Posted By big piggy
cat converetor removal

When posting the removal of the convertors (2) was there a running problem. I just had to replace my cat on our chevy HHR which cost $1000.00 + labor on top. I was only thinking of the expense side...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-20-2012, 11:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 886
Posted By big piggy
cat convertor issue

Since not going to Cal. Has anyone done away with convertors. What problems could i be getting onto?
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-16-2012, 01:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,783
Posted By big piggy
I don't know which brand of beads were used but...

I don't know which brand of beads were used but have over 30,000 miles and the ride is smooth smooth.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-17-2011, 01:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,260
Posted By big piggy
windshield rubber mold

Have 2002 newmar mountain air. Live in south florida and getting mold on w/s rubber. I think i have used about every product on the market for mold, I just can't seem to cut the mold spore & clean...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-17-2011, 12:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,190
Posted By big piggy
I have used 303 spray. I do this every 3 momths....

I have used 303 spray. I do this every 3 momths. My mountain air is 2002, gaskets so far are in good shape.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-10-2011, 02:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,585
Posted By big piggy
:):):) Thanks to everyone who posted a thread...

:):):) Thanks to everyone who posted a thread on my step motor search. I did get the one from napa Part # bk655-1395. Voila it works great & guarenteed for life. $58.68. Sure beat $355.00. Thanks...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-08-2011, 03:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,585
Posted By big piggy
Kwikee step motor

Have kwikee 3 step. Step #902508007. motor # 9551. Cant find motor, kwikee does not sell now. can only buy replacement kit # 909770000 at a cost of $355.00. Was told the motor might be from a Ford...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-21-2010, 07:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,112
Posted By big piggy
more questions on recall 51101-c

I have not seen exactly what the brake recal (51101-c) does other than replace calipers & replace 1 qt of brake fluid. Do they lube pins or any other work? :confused:
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 05-12-2010, 02:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,029
Posted By big piggy
have a 2002 newmar mountain aire. I went to It...

have a 2002 newmar mountain aire. I went to It had michelin tires. purchased sumitomo tires, have 20,000 miles on them. have had a better ride & handles much better. went to 255/70R 22.5. Had equal...
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