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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-29-2016, 07:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,171
Posted By Flyerpicker
hey gang, I did some homework, and tore into...

hey gang,

I did some homework, and tore into the mechanism. The motor does not turn. I removed it from the slide out and it still didn't turn. so I tore into the gear box and discovered one silly...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-24-2016, 06:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,171
Posted By Flyerpicker
Bedroom Slide out stops

2005 Dutch Star DP: Curbside bedroom slide out- The button activates the aural warning, 5 seconds pass and the motor engages. The slide moves out about 6 inches terribly slow, then quits. Press the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-06-2016, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,291
Posted By Flyerpicker
RS3000 Xantrex settings

Polling the brains: Looking for some ballpark values to make sure my RS3000 system is set properly, especially for automatic gen start, charging rate, battery bank, etc. Specifically:

Question 1....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-02-2016, 04:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,115
Posted By Flyerpicker
Hi Dan, I tend to agree with you, for all...

Hi Dan,

I tend to agree with you, for all the reasons you mention. The ONLY thing about the entire system that is non-normal is the low reading on the rear tank. It fills, burps, responds to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-01-2016, 06:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,115
Posted By Flyerpicker
To all that posted: THANK YOU! I certainly have...

To all that posted: THANK YOU! I certainly have enough information to research, test, analyze and repair the problem.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-28-2015, 05:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,115
Posted By Flyerpicker
Air Pressures

Requesting expert advice: 2005 DSDP air gauges read 125 rear, 75 front. It's been like this for 3 years/12000 miles. Never an issue, good air service. I always assumed it was just a defective gauge,...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-06-2015, 11:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 809
Posted By Flyerpicker
Wiring Diagrams

Couldn't wait to share this: (please excuse if this is posted elsewhere)

Today I discovered the Mother Lode-Ground Zero-Holy Grail and Master library of wiring diagrams for entertainment systems...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-30-2015, 06:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,428
Posted By Flyerpicker
Thanks waroland. That may be my solution. I...

Thanks waroland. That may be my solution. I don't wanna feed 50 ft of hdmi for sure.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-28-2015, 12:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,428
Posted By Flyerpicker
Good news here...the seller of the Genesis GT-3.0...

Good news here...the seller of the Genesis GT-3.0 receiver will take it back, I just pay shipping. $12 error, and some egg on my face.

Now-- after hours of study on this, and other websites-- I...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-27-2015, 07:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,089
Posted By Flyerpicker
Hi JD.., I appreciate your response, which was a...

Hi JD.., I appreciate your response, which was a refreshing bucket of ice water on my head. You were sort of the voice of reason LOL. I will say to your multiple remote issues...yesterday, my stepson...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-27-2015, 05:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,089
Posted By Flyerpicker
I certainly appreciate the comments. One minor...

I certainly appreciate the comments. One minor point is that my Genesis does have an HDMI Output, but no input.

All that being said, Have I got a deal for you on a Genesis! head, wiring...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-25-2015, 06:53 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,792
Posted By Flyerpicker
Voice of experience here....I plugged my Newmar...

Voice of experience here....I plugged my Newmar DP into a 30 amp/220 volt circuit, BECAUSE a decal in the power compartment said "110/220". So I assumed the internal power logic would figure it all...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-25-2015, 06:50 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,792
Posted By Flyerpicker
Voice of experience here....I plugged my Newmar...

Voice of experience here....I plugged my Newmar DP into a 30 amp/220 volt circuit, BECAUSE a decal in the power compartment said "110/220". So I assumed the internal power logic would figure it all...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-25-2015, 07:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,428
Posted By Flyerpicker
Entertainment system upgrade

I just purchased a Genesis Technology GT-3.0 (aka Concertone xd800), which is a wall-mounted digital entertainment amplifier that EVERYTHING entertainment-related connects to.

This component will...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-22-2014, 08:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 965
Posted By Flyerpicker
Power distribution

Hi Newmarbies!

I wanted to take a minute to share an interesting occurrence. I have a 2005 Dutch Star DP. After a long cold winter, we brought her out to get ready for summer stuff. Only a couple...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-22-2014, 08:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,975
Posted By Flyerpicker
Not sure who the vendor was--- the best price on...

Not sure who the vendor was--- the best price on the part was thru Amazon. But it came quickly and installed in a 30 minutes or so. Problem solved.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-18-2014, 06:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,975
Posted By Flyerpicker
Thanx everyone. Problem solved. Some of my...

Thanx everyone. Problem solved. Some of my discoveries: the manual's troubleshooting section is poorly worded; I did the obligatory pounding, checked BOTH fuses. Lastly I connected 2 wires to my lawn...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-13-2014, 07:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,975
Posted By Flyerpicker
SCS/Frigette entry steps stuck in retracted position

hi all...

my '05 Dutch star has the SCS/Frigette electric steps. They have worked just fine since I purchased 1.5 years ago. Today out of the blue, they will not extend. Checked the switch and the...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-08-2013, 06:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 14,333
Posted By Flyerpicker
POL Fitting: an industry standard: Petroleum,...

POL Fitting: an industry standard: Petroleum, Oil, Lubricants.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-16-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,306
Posted By Flyerpicker
i had this happen...but i lucked out. I tightened...

i had this happen...but i lucked out. I tightened up all the nuts and bolts associated with the mechanism, and it repaired it. So you might try that first. I also might add that i laid myself down...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-16-2013, 09:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,961
Posted By Flyerpicker
Ive had this event happen twice. You are correct...

Ive had this event happen twice. You are correct about the loud bang. OMG! It sounded catastrophic! Anyway, both times it was a result of the foot being "stuck in the mud". And when I pressed STORE...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-06-2013, 06:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,098
Posted By Flyerpicker
Thanks much! I will have my sticks!

Thanks much! I will have my sticks!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-04-2013, 09:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,175
Posted By Flyerpicker
Newmar 2005 DSDP (+ others) STEP COVER

hi Gang...

Here's some info for the Newmar forum, resultant of 2 days of research...

My step cover quit. I heard a motor running, but no movement.

I took it apart and discovered that the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-04-2013, 09:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,794
Posted By Flyerpicker
hi Gang... Here's some info for this forum,...

hi Gang...

Here's some info for this forum, resultant of 2 days of research...

My step cover quit.

I took it apart and discovered that the original Duff-Norton LM-1-100 linear actuator was...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-08-2013, 02:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,359
Posted By Flyerpicker
...with DISASTROUS RESULTS

Here's a short clip I read in another RV forum:

And now you know to NEVER trust an unverified 3-prong receptacle. The 3-prong 220v outlet, which is used primarily for welders and old clothes dryer...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-30-2013, 08:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,300
Posted By Flyerpicker
Not only did you guys answer my question, you...

Not only did you guys answer my question, you encouraged me to read the Hydro Hot book one more time. Last night was an ideal time to learn. Temp went down to 30, I set interior thermostats (both...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-29-2013, 09:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,300
Posted By Flyerpicker
Basement Heat

Hi All,

I have a new-to-us 2005 Dutch Star. It has 2 roof heat pumps which appear to be ducted full length in the ceiling only. It also has a Hydro-Hot system which heats the water and also...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-09-2013, 09:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,365
Posted By Flyerpicker
Campground Search Engine

Hey Folks,

Do you have any suggestions (especially a hyperlink) for an internet search engine that leads you to nice campgrounds especially suited for Class A MH's?

I am really tired of going...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-09-2013, 08:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,098
Posted By Flyerpicker
Thank you so Much!!!

Thank you so Much!!!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-09-2013, 08:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,098
Posted By Flyerpicker
Wow, your post was EXTREMELY helpful. thanks very...

Wow, your post was EXTREMELY helpful. thanks very much!

Jim and Carolyn Allen
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-05-2013, 10:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,098
Posted By Flyerpicker
Hey, thanks to all that have helped us so far....

Hey, thanks to all that have helped us so far. GREAT ideas all! By using your ideas and suggestions, we have modified out trip, inasmuch as we will probably only go as far south as the Carolinas,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-17-2013, 12:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,435
Posted By Flyerpicker
my input won't answer the REPAIR OR REPLACE...

my input won't answer the REPAIR OR REPLACE question, but I can say with certainty that NOT using many RV components is just as hard as wearing them out. My examples:
water pump- cannot be allowed...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-17-2013, 11:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 797
Posted By Flyerpicker
hi Gene, I'll be closely watching replies...

hi Gene,

I'll be closely watching replies to your thread. It's looking for the same info as I am...see Endless Autumn posted 2/17.
Jim Allen
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-17-2013, 11:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,098
Posted By Flyerpicker
Maine to the Gulf Coast "Endless Autumn"

Hi Friends!

We are now planning our first 'major' post-retirement RV trip this fall, in our new-to-us '05 Newmar Dutchstar, pulling our Honda toad.

From Sept 15-ish to Thanksgiving, our...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 07-02-2011, 08:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 18,043
Posted By Flyerpicker
Jay, thanks.. I'll look around next weekend and...

Jay, thanks.. I'll look around next weekend and see what goes on with roof viewers..
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 06-30-2011, 12:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 18,043
Posted By Flyerpicker
Roof Weight Capacity

Hi National Owners!

I have a 99 Tradewinds, 300 Caterpillar. My question is "HOW MUCH WEIGHT WILL THE ROOF HOLD"?

It has a roof ladder. I've been all over the roof doing various repairs. On...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 06-28-2011, 07:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,232
Posted By Flyerpicker
hi all... the problem has been corrected,...

hi all...

the problem has been corrected, fixed it myself! the switch labeled RESET on the front instrument panel.... when i removed the dash panel, i carefully looked at the harness that was...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 04-04-2011, 06:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,232
Posted By Flyerpicker
at least a couple of you are steering me down the...

at least a couple of you are steering me down the correct path. I am convinced the odometer is stuck in Km's. Freightliner consumer guidance/manuals tell me to press the RESET switch momentarily to...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 03-07-2011, 06:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,232
Posted By Flyerpicker
You could be on to something...at least in terms...

You could be on to something...at least in terms of registering miles. But if it had switched to km's it seems the total miles would have about doubled. I'm still lookin for that silver bullet answer...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 03-03-2011, 07:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,232
Posted By Flyerpicker
Unhappy Major odometer error

well boyz and girlz... try this issue on:
1999 national Tradewinds, 300 hp cat, Freighliner chassis, allison tranny, 32000 miles. (+ or -)

Speedometer is exactly correct, verified by GPS and 2...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 12-14-2010, 09:18 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,260
Posted By Flyerpicker
Time Zone

Yahoo Mountains!
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