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Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-23-2024, 09:13 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 9,540
Posted By Deerhunter
Toads

Selecting a toad is dependent on what you will use to tow it with.
We have a 2003 Dutch Star with a Cat diesel. We have been towing our 2002 Chevy Silverado truck (full size & 4x4) for at...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-09-2024, 10:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 296
Posted By Deerhunter
Gas pedal settings

Reference:
2003 Newmar Dutch Star
Cat engine 3126 E
Question: what are the low & high computer settings for the accelerator pedal?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-28-2023, 04:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,390
Posted By Deerhunter
Thanks Richard. I have a Cat engine guy coming...

Thanks Richard.
I have a Cat engine guy coming by Wednesday.
He said he will be bringing his computer and necessary equipment to locate the problem & make repairs & or parts replacement.
But...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-28-2023, 03:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,390
Posted By Deerhunter
Follow up from this mornings test. I...

Follow up from this mornings test.
I waiting until the engine was cold & started it up. I hit the gas pedal & nothing happen. I waited about 3 or 4 minutes and the gas pedal worked fine. I let...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-28-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,390
Posted By Deerhunter
Good morning Richard, Thank you for reply. I...

Good morning Richard,
Thank you for reply. I performed the suggested test as you stated. Turned the key off & waited a couple of minutes, then started the engine. I pushed fown on the accelerator...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-25-2023, 04:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,390
Posted By Deerhunter
Solo Rv Guy, Thank you for responding. The...

Solo Rv Guy,
Thank you for responding.
The plug set is polarized & the wire
colors matched.
We have been getting a lot of rain so I've been limited on time spent on the issue.
Im going to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-23-2023, 07:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,390
Posted By Deerhunter
No display like that in mine. I shared the...

No display like that in mine.
I shared the schematics on my large tv this morning so I could follow the wiring. It was easier viewing but didnt find the connection I was looking for.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-23-2023, 11:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,390
Posted By Deerhunter
Thanks Skip. Im working my thru the schematics

Thanks Skip.
Im working my thru the schematics
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-22-2023, 01:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,390
Posted By Deerhunter
TPS

After reading Skips message, I decided to follow the TPS harness. After getting my body twisted, rolled, & turned to aching positions, I dug thru all the harnesses and found the one that connected to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-22-2023, 05:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,390
Posted By Deerhunter
The new (pot) will replace the old one. "Thank...

The new (pot) will replace the old one.
"Thank you very much" for the quick response.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-21-2023, 09:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,390
Posted By Deerhunter
Electrical question

2003 Newmar DS - Freightliner Chassis - Cat engine. Electrical question & concern
I'm replacing the potentiometer mounted on the gas pedal. It is a 3 wire Cat part.
My question is: ...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-13-2023, 02:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 551
Posted By Deerhunter
Hi Jeff On the engine starter solenoid there...

Hi Jeff
On the engine starter solenoid there are 4 connections.
On the left is a small wire which i believe is from the ignition.
In the center there are 2 larger connectors (maybe one from the...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 12-01-2023, 11:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 551
Posted By Deerhunter
Electrical schematic needed

Hi everyone,
I'm in the need for a wiring schematic of the starter solenoid with battery, ground, & ignition hookups.
I have a 2003 Newmar Dutch Star freightliner chassis, & a Cat diesel 3126,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-20-2023, 07:12 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,781
Posted By Deerhunter
If you're a MC rider & planning on visiting NE Tn...

If you're a MC rider & planning on visiting NE Tn or NW North Carolina, you will enjoy riding the twisties on the many two lane roads that wind through the Blue Ridge & Appalachian mountains.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-19-2023, 06:50 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,781
Posted By Deerhunter
Unless your MC is a Honda Gold Wing (600+ lbs) or...

Unless your MC is a Honda Gold Wing (600+ lbs) or a trike, I would suggest a steel MC carrier for the back of the Jeep & tow the jeep behind your MH. If you have bicycles too, put a bicycle rack on...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-14-2023, 11:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,633
Posted By Deerhunter
Hi Skip Just wanted to give you an uodate and...

Hi Skip
Just wanted to give you an uodate and "thank you" for all your help.
We put a new Delco alternator in & hook it up as you suggested. It didnt show a charge rate at the batteries. Then...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-07-2023, 03:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,633
Posted By Deerhunter
When I decided to use the gen set my batteries...

When I decided to use the gen set my batteries were too low for me to start it. I wish i had thought of that earlier.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-07-2023, 10:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,633
Posted By Deerhunter
Hi Skip, Thanks for all your patience & help. ...

Hi Skip,
Thanks for all your patience & help.
The old alternator had 4 wires just like the photo you sent.I purchased DelcoRemy 24si &
had a road warrior install it. He left right after I paid...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-01-2023, 06:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,633
Posted By Deerhunter
I wished I did have pictures. The only one I took...

I wished I did have pictures. The only one I took was the info tag so I could pick up a replacement at the auto parts store.
Thank you for your help & support.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-30-2023, 08:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,633
Posted By Deerhunter
I dont know if you have access to alternator...

I dont know if you have access to alternator wiring for the 2003 Dutch Star with the Cat engine, but here is the alternator ID.
Leese Neville
Model A0012824LC
160 AMPS
14 VOLTS
I certainly...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-30-2023, 08:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,633
Posted By Deerhunter
I put the wrong # for the Delco Alternator. Its...

I put the wrong # for the Delco Alternator. Its a 24si 160amps.
The original Leese Neville had a 5 wire system.
Reference your photo of your alternator, where does the two wires in the center go...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-23-2023, 06:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,633
Posted By Deerhunter
Voltage regulator replacement

I need help with wiring a new Delco Remy alternator which replaces my 5 wire Leece Neville Alternator.
Has anyone replaced their Leece Neville 14 volt alternator & wired in a Delco Remy model 2451...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-13-2022, 03:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,586
Posted By Deerhunter
Try Christmas RV Park on Rt 50 SW of Titusville.

Try Christmas RV Park on Rt 50 SW of Titusville.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-31-2021, 10:30 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 17,525
Posted By Deerhunter
You have a box full of toys, Doc. Congratulations!

You have a box full of toys, Doc. Congratulations!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-31-2021, 09:43 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 17,525
Posted By Deerhunter
Our Dutch Star is named "Dusty"

In 2008 leaving our campsite north of Jackson hole, WY, we were driving north to Yellowstone National Park. As we approach the entrance we found out the road was under construction for the next 13...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-01-2018, 01:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By Deerhunter
UPDATE 1st. I accessed the filter thru the...

UPDATE
1st.
I accessed the filter thru the floor in the closet. I disconnected the hose on the air filter that goes to the turbo first, using extreme care to prevent dirt & debrix' from getting in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-31-2018, 04:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By Deerhunter
I called Freightliner Parts in Orlando, gave them...

I called Freightliner Parts in Orlando, gave them the last 7 of my Vin. They shipped the part to a dealer near me the same day.
I just need to know where i should disconnect the hoses to get the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-31-2018, 01:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By Deerhunter
Air Filter Replacement

2003 DSDP cat engine, Freightliner chassis
What is the best and/or easiest way to change the air filter?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-04-2018, 12:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 452
Posted By Deerhunter
Fuel capacity

I have an 03 DSDP Cat engine & Freightliner chassis.
I'm unable to find the fuel tank capacity in the owners manual. Anyone know how many gallons the fuel tank holds?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2018, 12:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 660
Posted By Deerhunter
Just check the MH and that looks like it. Looks...

Just check the MH and that looks like it. Looks to be 12" long and I believe I can get that loose with a strap wrench from underneath.
Just by chance there wasn't a part number accompany that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2018, 11:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 660
Posted By Deerhunter
Cat 3126E. 2003 DS Freighliner chassis

Im trying to locate the water separator or 2nd fuel filter mounting point.
The primary spin on fuel filter is located on passenger side, on engine side of rear compartment which is the battery bay....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-30-2017, 08:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,379
Posted By Deerhunter
Wow! Beautiful. Im going to do the same with my...

Wow! Beautiful. Im going to do the same with my 03 Dutchstar. Looking at your photos has made up my mind which way to go. Thanks.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-18-2017, 01:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
UPDATE: PROBLEM SOLVED! With numerous comments...

UPDATE: PROBLEM SOLVED!
With numerous comments & suggestions from Freightliner & Newmar, I've check every fuse in the coach without resolving the problem.
With suggestions from a couple of Newmar...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-07-2017, 04:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
No not yet. Waiting on Freightliner to reply.

No not yet. Waiting on Freightliner to reply.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-07-2017, 09:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
Good to have another plan. Thanks Don.

Good to have another plan.
Thanks Don.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-07-2017, 05:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
Thanks for the reply. I have started a thorough...

Thanks for the reply.
I have started a thorough search of the coach.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-05-2017, 10:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
Hooked up the test lights to the coach's trailer...

Hooked up the test lights to the coach's trailer connector.
Checked to see if all lights worked on the coach first and they did.
Checked running lights and signal lights on tester. They were fine....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-05-2017, 07:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
Thank you. There is a fuse there. Never knew...

Thank you. There is a fuse there. Never knew what it protected. Ill check that one out.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-04-2017, 07:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
On my coach the 7 pin connector wiring tees off...

On my coach the 7 pin connector wiring tees off the wiring going to the LH & RH tail/signal/brake lights.
Freightliner has requested my vin # to further assist me. Hopefully I will get photos or...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-04-2017, 08:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
Etrailer.com is a great place to do business...

Etrailer.com is a great place to do business with. Ive bought from them for years. Plenty of helpful advice on their website too.
And I did install diodes just for the reason you mention....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-02-2017, 08:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
Hi Don Somehow i missed the first paragraph of...

Hi Don
Somehow i missed the first paragraph of your response relative to a fuse panel inside the battery bay.
Thats one area i havent check and would be a convenient place to.put it.
Thank you....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-02-2017, 08:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
Thanks Siggy. Ive checked my area on pass side...

Thanks Siggy. Ive checked my area on pass side aft of rear wheel and the drivers side aft of rear wheel with nothing there relative to turn or brske lights.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-02-2017, 03:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
Good points that you have mentioned. Everything...

Good points that you have mentioned.
Everything on the coach works. Ive checked all electrical areas for fuses and all im finding is a brake relay and running light fuse in the Freightliner fuse...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-02-2017, 01:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,968
Posted By Deerhunter
No Brake Lights to Towed vehicle

Ref: 2003 DSDP Freightliner Chassis/ Cat engine.

My question is:
Where are the fuse locations for the left & right turn/brake lights?

My problem is:
Signal lights work, running lights work,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-11-2014, 02:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,727
Posted By Deerhunter
Thanks Gary

Thanks Gary
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-11-2014, 01:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,727
Posted By Deerhunter
I clicked on both of the com net links and my...

I clicked on both of the com net links and my anti virus classified both as dangerous sites containing viruses.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-11-2014, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,240
Posted By Deerhunter
Wiring Schematic

Does anyone know where I can obtain a copy of the wiring schematics or diagram for an 03 Newmar DSDP?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-11-2014, 08:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,095
Posted By Deerhunter
Thank you all for your comments. I also noticed...

Thank you all for your comments. I also noticed that when this small wire harness was not connected everything on the dash instruments worked except the volts.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-10-2014, 05:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,095
Posted By Deerhunter
Additional wire on chassis batteries

I have an 03 DSDP. When changing the chassis batteries I notice a 2 wire harness that connected directly to the battery. Believing this was from the solar panel, I didn't hook it back to the battery....
Forum: New Member Check-In 09-18-2014, 07:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 516
Posted By Deerhunter
Welcome to IRV2 John & Bridget. Lots of good info...

Welcome to IRV2 John & Bridget. Lots of good info on this site as well as good tales from many happy campers.
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