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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-08-2014, 08:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,799
Posted By bigstonebay
When I make solid surface countertops (Corian for...

When I make solid surface countertops (Corian for one) I sand with 120 and up sandpaper. Depending on the shine required all the way up to 2000 grit and then polishing if required. Not the easiest...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-31-2014, 10:21 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 16,364
Posted By bigstonebay
I agree, magic glue remover with plastic razor...

I agree, magic glue remover with plastic razor blades.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-19-2014, 08:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,369
Posted By bigstonebay
We just had a $20,000 (insurance) rodent repair...

We just had a $20,000 (insurance) rodent repair done. It really wasn't much. Cleaned the whole unit great. They chewed some wiring to the inverter and shorted it out. No ceiling, no walls just a bit...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-02-2013, 05:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,411
Posted By bigstonebay
First time user of GS. We were on an uphill grade...

First time user of GS. We were on an uphill grade on I-90 a week ago Friday, had a flat on the tow dolly and did not have a jack, but had a spare. Called GS for help, GS finally called back 2 hours...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-09-2013, 09:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 48,044
Posted By bigstonebay
Todd Take the newmar part number and do a google...

Todd Take the newmar part number and do a google search and you will probably find what vehicle they are off, that's how I found mine. I ordered Anzo headlights, just put them in today and they look...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-28-2013, 09:28 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 48,044
Posted By bigstonebay
They have a gold tinge to them and have tried to...

They have a gold tinge to them and have tried to polish with no luck. We are in the northern climes so they don't get discolored by the sun as bad. I was actually looking for some aftermarket types,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-28-2013, 09:26 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 48,044
Posted By bigstonebay
I forgot how much info 007 has, thank you. I went...

I forgot how much info 007 has, thank you. I went to Newmar, found the part #, did a search and found they are from a 2002 Honda Civic sedan.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-28-2013, 09:06 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 48,044
Posted By bigstonebay
https://www.irv2.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=...

https://www.irv2.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24090&cat=500...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-28-2013, 08:44 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 48,044
Posted By bigstonebay
Page not found

Page not found
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-28-2013, 08:05 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 48,044
Posted By bigstonebay
Does anyone know what headlights are in a 2006...

Does anyone know what headlights are in a 2006 Ventana? I cannot find them by the number.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-28-2013, 07:31 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,585
Posted By bigstonebay
We had reservations about renewing our membership...

We had reservations about renewing our membership last year but decided to and also to attend the Gillette rally, give it one more try. We are very glad we did. As Canadians, we have very few...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-30-2013, 09:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,691
Posted By bigstonebay
I didn't put this on here to instill fear into...

I didn't put this on here to instill fear into anyone, I just put it up to remind everyone to be careful and do all that they can to prevent such an accident, even if it costs a bit more. In the end...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-27-2013, 07:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,691
Posted By bigstonebay
If I find more info I will post it. Drove past...

If I find more info I will post it. Drove past the site yesterday (in a car) on the way to Ontario. They were a long way from the nearest fire hall and it would have been volunteer fireman. Probably...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-26-2013, 09:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,691
Posted By bigstonebay
Another fire

LETS BE REAL CAREFUL OUT THERE


Motorhome Fire Near Falcon Lake

Written by Sawyer Klassen on Saturday, 25 May 2013 ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-08-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,783
Posted By bigstonebay
2006 ventana. Glad you like it. Far fewer...

2006 ventana. Glad you like it. Far fewer headaches. I had to rebuild the complete overhead cabinet. I also used real cherry wood to do it.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-08-2013, 10:27 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 11,999
Posted By bigstonebay
We did have a failure of the first Norcold...

We did have a failure of the first Norcold recall, it did shut off at the wrong time. Had the second one ordered but never put it in. Went with an Amish unit instead(quite a bit heavier). Not that...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-08-2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,783
Posted By bigstonebay
Thanks Lori. I forgot how easy that was to...

Thanks Lori. I forgot how easy that was to up-load pics.
While I was at it I upgraded the TV to get rid of that huge, head bumping box, and allow for a continuous blind across the front. MCD was...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-07-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,783
Posted By bigstonebay
Here's what we did.Sorry I just have to figure...

Here's what we did.Sorry I just have to figure out how to put pics on here. Hope to get back soon. If anyone can help please respond.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-07-2012, 09:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,827
Posted By bigstonebay
8 members 27 guests

8 members 27 guests
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-26-2012, 10:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,827
Posted By bigstonebay
8 members, 25 guests. Saturday morning, were...

8 members, 25 guests. Saturday morning, were going the wrong way. C'mon quests join. You won't regret it and will be able to get your specific questions answered.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-22-2012, 08:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,827
Posted By bigstonebay
Always double the guests.....members 11 guests...

Always double the guests.....members 11 guests 22. C'mon join IRV2
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-18-2012, 06:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,827
Posted By bigstonebay
Welcome PDR John, glad you decided to join....

Welcome PDR John, glad you decided to join. Today's count 5 members and 10 guests. Still double the guests. What are you waiting for? Join! This is a great place for information.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-15-2012, 09:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,237
Posted By bigstonebay
I agree but this is not a car and the passenger...

I agree but this is not a car and the passenger side has the same light and it is controlled by a switch in the wall, so I naturally just looked for a switch somewhere but never considered it to be...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-15-2012, 09:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,827
Posted By bigstonebay
C'mon Guests....join

I just looked at the stats at the bottom and we have 12 members and 26 guests viewing this page. So this is an open invitation to all those guests to join IRV2. It doesn't cost anything and you will...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-15-2012, 09:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,237
Posted By bigstonebay
It took me a year to figure that one out too, and...

It took me a year to figure that one out too, and I found it just by chance. I thought the same as Paul but didn't ask here.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-03-2012, 08:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,614
Posted By bigstonebay
I have used Ready Brute towbar for about 2 years...

I have used Ready Brute towbar for about 2 years and have had no problem at all. We have an 08 Saturn Vue and have pulled about 10K, never had a problem with toad brakes heating up. The toad brakes...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-03-2012, 08:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,911
Posted By bigstonebay
Mine is for the satellite wiring. I know, I have...

Mine is for the satellite wiring. I know, I have had it off.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-30-2012, 08:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,327
Posted By bigstonebay
mistake

mistake
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-30-2012, 08:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,327
Posted By bigstonebay
Picker product info shows a moisture drain hole...

Picker product info shows a moisture drain hole in between the prongs, however Newmar chose to mount the relays prongs up, which negates the drain.

Yes ours were that way too
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-30-2012, 06:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,327
Posted By bigstonebay
I thought there must be another set of relays. 5...

I thought there must be another set of relays. 5 didn't seem like enough. Glad you found them. Our were in the tv bay as well. I found the Newmar lady behind the switches when I changed all the front...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-29-2012, 08:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,327
Posted By bigstonebay
How many slides do you have?

How many slides do you have?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-29-2012, 04:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,327
Posted By bigstonebay
teamwally I have been using the auto ones for...

teamwally
I have been using the auto ones for the past year and have had no problems. When I was looking for the Picker ones, I was told they were no longer around. Newmar may have some in stock...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-29-2012, 12:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,090
Posted By bigstonebay
It's too late. I thought about it but we have...

It's too late. I thought about it but we have never had a cooling issue with the old unit and the fans hardly came on. Newmar does a very good job of baffles and metal at the top. After seeing...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-29-2012, 11:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,090
Posted By bigstonebay
Had it plugged in overnite and it is cooooold...

Had it plugged in overnite and it is cooooold today. 36.5 in the fridge and 10.8 in the freezer and this is set on 4 on the control. Seems to work great.
The biggest pleasure for me was seeing the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-28-2012, 06:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,090
Posted By bigstonebay
It's done and running. About 5 1/2 hours to...

It's done and running. About 5 1/2 hours to change it alone. Couple of little quirks but all in all very pleased with the Amish cooling unit. We'll see how it works.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-28-2012, 12:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,090
Posted By bigstonebay
Todays the day. Hour and a half and the old unit...

Todays the day. Hour and a half and the old unit is out. I was totally amazed at the difference between the 2 units. Lunch break and then clean up the fridge and put the new one in. Pictures coming...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-28-2012, 12:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,327
Posted By bigstonebay
I have a 06 Ventana and when I had a problem...

I have a 06 Ventana and when I had a problem Newmar told me to look for a box in the kitchen cabinets. After spending about 2 hrs looking everywhere for this crazy box that I don't have, I too looked...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-28-2012, 11:54 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,912
Posted By bigstonebay
I have to show this to DW. We (I) want to go...

I have to show this to DW. We (I) want to go there in August, only problem DW says she WILL NOT sit in the passenger seat and look down at the ocean. Maybe this will help me convince her to go N to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-27-2012, 08:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,348
Posted By bigstonebay
Times 2

Times 2
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-13-2012, 03:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,090
Posted By bigstonebay
Norcold cooling unit just about gone

Well thanks to 007 and many others on here I finally bit the bullet and ordered the Amish cooling unit from David Force. Great guy to deal with and fast shipping, ordered Tuesday afternoon and it's...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-13-2012, 02:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,847
Posted By bigstonebay
times 2

times 2
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-13-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,638
Posted By bigstonebay
Build a grid system under the plywood that could...

Build a grid system under the plywood that could also be used to divide the cavity so things stay in one place when traveling. This can be built out of 3/8 or 1/2 plywood. The 3/8 plywood you have is...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-09-2012, 07:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,583
Posted By bigstonebay
Just installing MCD shades in the cockpit, power...

Just installing MCD shades in the cockpit, power front (1 piece) and drivers side, manual passenger side. Installation was easy, now just have to wire and finish the pillars. They work really good.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-19-2012, 09:54 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 15,873
Posted By bigstonebay
Just to let you know, 2 weeks have passed and I...

Just to let you know, 2 weeks have passed and I have heard nothing back from ACC, no sample policy, no reply. I will try another email and see what happens.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-09-2012, 07:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,413
Posted By bigstonebay
Thanks 007 I have looked at those but what I am...

Thanks 007 I have looked at those but what I am doing is replacing the cabinets to accommodate a few things.
1 Install a 37" LCD and either move it forward, to prevent banging my head when entering...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-08-2012, 08:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,413
Posted By bigstonebay
Vinyl Ceiling

Has any one had to replace a section of the ceiling? I am in the process of changing the front cabinets to accommodate a flat screen TV but i also want to move the head banging point towards the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-08-2012, 08:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,443
Posted By bigstonebay
Maybe SW TN is the same ........just haven't been...

Maybe SW TN is the same ........just haven't been there yet
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-08-2012, 08:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,443
Posted By bigstonebay
Well I am one of "the folks up north" and , yes I...

Well I am one of "the folks up north" and , yes I do tend to spend more time on this forum at this time of year then others. Although we just came back from a Caribbean cruise 2 weeks...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-05-2012, 11:49 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 15,873
Posted By bigstonebay
I have asked them for a sample policy and about...

I have asked them for a sample policy and about CD. It is an Exclusionary policy. I am trying to include the pdf brochure. Hope it works.

Does this mean that if a belt brakes and goes through the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-05-2012, 11:02 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 15,873
Posted By bigstonebay
RV WARRANTY RV EXTENDED WARRANTY Extended RV...

RV WARRANTY RV EXTENDED WARRANTY Extended RV Warranties RV Warranties RV Warranty Plans Motorhome Warranty Fleetwood RV Warranty Auto F&I Extended Warranties Newmar Coach Warranty Monaco Coach...
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