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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-12-2022, 11:37 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 7,540
Posted By Spikester
2020 DS on Freightliner chassis, the TPMS has not...

2020 DS on Freightliner chassis, the TPMS has not worked correctly since the coach was new. They worked on it at the mother ship to no avail, have had Freightliner work on it twice to no avail. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-12-2022, 11:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,271
Posted By Spikester
One thing to note is the voltage readings shown...

One thing to note is the voltage readings shown are not the actual terminal voltage of your batteries. Both of those readings are lower than the actual voltage, they tap off each circuit downstream...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-27-2020, 03:51 PM
Replies: 4,575
Views: 1,571,546
Posted By Spikester
Still here at Camp Newmar, suffering from the...

Still here at Camp Newmar, suffering from the dreaded "Waiting for parts syndrome", Monday morning there were 50 coaches at the camp, down to about 25 after the afternoon migration from the service...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-25-2020, 04:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,515
Posted By Spikester
We are also planning to be at "The Gathering in...

We are also planning to be at "The Gathering in the Desert" this year unless it is cancelled due to COVID problems.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-25-2020, 04:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,106
Posted By Spikester
A lot of variables to answer, depends on engine...

A lot of variables to answer, depends on engine model, your driving habits, how much you idle your coach, the level of EPA specs your emissions system is etc. I had a 2008 Ventana with just the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-25-2020, 04:01 PM
Replies: 4,575
Views: 1,571,546
Posted By Spikester
Oooops, sorry about that, guess I tried to make...

Oooops, sorry about that, guess I tried to make it to easy, beside 3:00PM is to hard to type, write. When someone says 3 o'clock to me my mind say morning or afternoon? 1500 is easy 3 in the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-24-2020, 03:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,129
Posted By Spikester
If you put any kind of cover on your rear bath...

If you put any kind of cover on your rear bath fantastic fan/vent, depending on the type cover you use you could be up to 13'6". That is what my 2020 DS 3736 is with the Dometic Ultra Breeze vent...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-24-2020, 03:09 PM
Replies: 4,575
Views: 1,571,546
Posted By Spikester
Arrived at service center around 1500 on 23rd,...

Arrived at service center around 1500 on 23rd, probably 10 open sites, snagged one but by early evening it was pretty full. First day of service completed today, what an impressive facility the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-21-2020, 07:46 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,515
Posted By Spikester
I saw an article last week that said the...

I saw an article last week that said the Quartzite RV and Vacation show is currently a go, AZ has approved the COVID related stuff that the Show Promotor has submitted. But as we are experiencing...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-21-2020, 07:38 PM
Replies: 3,756
Views: 1,348,411
Posted By Spikester
South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa, currently at...

South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa, currently at Waterloo/Lost Island Waterpark KOA, nice park, big spaces with a lot of elbow room. Huge KOA that is superbly laid out. I am impressed.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-21-2020, 07:25 PM
Replies: 4,575
Views: 1,571,546
Posted By Spikester
2 days out from the service center (Waterloo...

2 days out from the service center (Waterloo Iowa), will have been a long (2300+ mile trip) will be in on Sunday afternoon, coming in from the south up 31, didn't want to have anything to do with the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-30-2020, 12:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,209
Posted By Spikester
Reply to all: It is not the Tow Truck Air Line...

Reply to all:
It is not the Tow Truck Air Line connection so the brakes can be released and the coach aired up when it is broke down, or the air fitting for tools, or for adding air to your tires. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-29-2020, 05:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,209
Posted By Spikester
Help to Identify What This is for?

2020 Dutch Star 3736, Freightliner Chassis. What is the item shown in the pictures for, it is in the Gen area, below the oasis filter, above the windshield washer reservoir. Has a Schrader valve...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-27-2020, 08:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 625
Posted By Spikester
2020 DS Would Not Start

The unthinkable happened, 2 weeks ago our 4 month old 2020 DS 3736 (5092 miles) would not start when I went to get it ready to take it in for service the next day. Engine cranked but would not...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-24-2020, 09:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,266
Posted By Spikester
Been using an OTG double since 2008, very...

Been using an OTG double since 2008, very satisfied, would definitely buy again if I needed one, several of my friends have been impressed by it and have also bought one and are pleased, regen it...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-22-2020, 12:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,043
Posted By Spikester
Without a doubt I used all that were accessible,...

Without a doubt I used all that were accessible, seen to many RV traveling down the road with slide-out creep.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-22-2020, 12:41 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,623
Posted By Spikester
Pull out table with the computer desk dinette vs...

Pull out table with the computer desk dinette vs booth dinette.
Dish pan hands vs dish washer, again more drawer storage.
Propane stove vs all electric, again more drawer storage.
Previous coach...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-18-2020, 01:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,677
Posted By Spikester
I had the same thought, why they do not use...

I had the same thought, why they do not use darker colored magnets to start with unless painting has something to do with the magnet strength.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-13-2020, 01:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,206
Posted By Spikester
So far I have not found, or heard of an app that...

So far I have not found, or heard of an app that works like Loves Connect, have to swipe EFS card at the pump as far as I know.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-11-2020, 08:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 816
Posted By Spikester
We owned a 2008 Ventana 3330 on a Spartan NVS...

We owned a 2008 Ventana 3330 on a Spartan NVS Chassis with an 350HP ISB for 13 years. 350 ISB was plenty of power for the 28K chassis, got great fuel mileage, almost 10 MPG towing 4000 # Nissan...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-07-2020, 12:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,156
Posted By Spikester
Check your upper and lower door catches to make...

Check your upper and lower door catches to make sure the male and female sections are aligned correctly. My lower one was about 1" mis-aligned once aligned it made the travel lock more effective. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-26-2020, 06:46 PM
Replies: 4,575
Views: 1,571,546
Posted By Spikester
We are scheduled for the 24th of Aug, I am sure...

We are scheduled for the 24th of Aug, I am sure they have a process, hopefully by then things will be getting back to some sort of normal so we can get the most out of visit. I am the precautions...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-20-2020, 12:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,754
Posted By Spikester
In the Pacific Northwest, Guaranty RV in Junction...

In the Pacific Northwest, Guaranty RV in Junction City OR is a good bet. Bought 2 Newmars from them, not disappointed. Good service department also. If you have major problems the Guaranty will be...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-12-2020, 07:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,535
Posted By Spikester
We have a 2020 3726 with a RF Mogul DPH42 roof...

We have a 2020 3726 with a RF Mogul DPH42 roof mount, and controller, used existing wiring with 4K Hopper 3 in AV Cabinet in the door side front slide-out and 4K Joey in the bedroom AV cabinet. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-09-2020, 10:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 602
Posted By Spikester
I ran 90 wt synthetic in my 2008 Ventana for 13...

I ran 90 wt synthetic in my 2008 Ventana for 13 years, never a problem, also ran synthetic in my rear differential!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-09-2020, 09:54 PM
Replies: 4,575
Views: 1,571,546
Posted By Spikester
I called on 4 May for a service appointment to...

I called on 4 May for a service appointment to get warranty work accomplished, was able to snag an appointment starting on Aug 24th. This is during the canceled International time frame as the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-10-2020, 04:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 747
Posted By Spikester
Yes we were looking forward to attending...

Yes we were looking forward to attending International this year, will/would also be our first. Hope it still is a go. We have a plan to continue east after the rally is over to visit VA, NC, SC,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-22-2020, 03:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,908
Posted By Spikester
Yaw Howdy!

Yaw Howdy!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-11-2020, 10:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,082
Posted By Spikester
Been a member since 1989 still feel it well worth...

Been a member since 1989 still feel it well worth the annual investment to be a member. All's it takes is to use 1 of the services offered to re-coup the annual membership costs and then some. If...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-11-2020, 10:06 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,277
Posted By Spikester
We will be attending, using common sense while...

We will be attending, using common sense while attending.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-06-2020, 01:14 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 24,972
Posted By Spikester
Have had our 2020 Dutch Star for less than a...

Have had our 2020 Dutch Star for less than a month, a few minor related Newmar issues that we would expect with the coach so far so good. The only major issue is with Freightliner, we keep getting...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-01-2020, 02:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,021
Posted By Spikester
My 2008 Ventana say 7500 miles or annually...

My 2008 Ventana say 7500 miles or annually whichever occurs first, thats I do.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-23-2020, 04:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,072
Posted By Spikester
You'll probably get some responses if you add...

You'll probably get some responses if you add the year, model, and floor plan of the coach you are talking about to your post! They're all different I would suspect.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-20-2020, 03:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,055
Posted By Spikester
I am with you imgoin4it! 2020 Dutch Star in a...

I am with you imgoin4it! 2020 Dutch Star in a couple of weeks!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-18-2020, 07:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,055
Posted By Spikester
I have a couple of the OEM jacks not sure of...

I have a couple of the OEM jacks not sure of there part #, both in working order. Also have gears from a couple of the gears boxes and motors. Had to replace my OEM jack system on our 08 Ventana...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-16-2020, 09:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,096
Posted By Spikester
I’m considering buying a smaller 2020 Ventana in...

I’m considering buying a smaller 2020 Ventana in 34’ or 37’. Although we’ll likely take an extended 2 - 3 trip month once or twice a year for a few years we won’t be selling our house and going full...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-14-2020, 08:08 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,816
Posted By Spikester
Oil fuel filter changes slightly more, Air filter...

Oil fuel filter changes slightly more, Air filter even more, things like coolant thermostat changes, belt changes, turbo work, AC Compressor, alternator changes a lot more. Its all about the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-11-2020, 08:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,677
Posted By Spikester
Keep your awnings housed unless you are there to...

Keep your awnings housed unless you are there to babysit them every minute! Other than that it is an enjoyable experience. Was there for the Rolex 24 several years ago, what a hoot!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-07-2020, 08:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,241
Posted By Spikester
Forward. Had coaches with it in both locations,...

Forward. Had coaches with it in both locations, with it forward IMO it is easier to see, than when you have to look to the side to use it. Our DS has it mounted rearward will take some getting use...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-06-2020, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 723
Posted By Spikester
I have 08 Ventana with CD, not adjustable.

I have 08 Ventana with CD, not adjustable.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-02-2020, 05:45 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 21,073
Posted By Spikester
As Bob says last four of your SSAN unless you...

As Bob says last four of your SSAN unless you changed it when you set the card up on-line.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-30-2019, 12:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 987
Posted By Spikester
Didn't mention what year the coach is which would...

Didn't mention what year the coach is which would narrow the scope of users, but I would look on the inside of a kitchen cabinet or Bedroom Clothes cabinet doors, Newmar puts a card with the paint...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-23-2019, 08:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,804
Posted By Spikester
We ordered our 3726 Dutch Star on 29 Sep,...

We ordered our 3726 Dutch Star on 29 Sep, delivery to dealer is early Feb., waiting on firm build start date. Trouble with getting that excellent deal is 2020 37' models are not plentiful on dealer...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-22-2019, 09:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 35,106
Posted By Spikester
Could your LP gas switch got turned off by...

Could your LP gas switch got turned off by mistake if you have one. That would prevent the flow of propane to any propane apparatus in your RV. Do any of your other propane devices work?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-22-2019, 08:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,447
Posted By Spikester
Lot of people put moth balls in different areas...

Lot of people put moth balls in different areas of their coaches. Best way is to eliminate entry points which takes some crawling around. Make sure thier is a screen on dash heater box and when...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-22-2019, 08:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,596
Posted By Spikester
Do you have 120 Volt AC power to the rest of the...

Do you have 120 Volt AC power to the rest of the coach?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-17-2019, 08:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,112
Posted By Spikester
I tow a Nissan Frontier King Cab 4WD PU w/Canopy...

I tow a Nissan Frontier King Cab 4WD PU w/Canopy behind my 2008 Ventana with the ISB 350 engine. It does affect the performance of the coach, the ISB is a bit sluggish, just takes some getting used ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-17-2019, 07:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,191
Posted By Spikester
My 2008 Ventana has hot water heater under the...

My 2008 Ventana has hot water heater under the Kitchen window, never had a fume problem. Been Rv'ing since 1982, never heard of a hot water heater fire, put that doesn't mean it can't happen, but...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-10-2019, 10:01 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 25,578
Posted By Spikester
I carry a Traeger Tailgater with me, but not in...

I carry a Traeger Tailgater with me, but not in the Coach, carry it in the Tow, along with water softener.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-06-2019, 05:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,112
Posted By Spikester
This is a general synopsis of the recent...

This is a general synopsis of the recent Freightliner/Spartan Newmar Corporation relationship. This post is not 100% gospel just my general recollection of what has transpired over the recent years!...
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