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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-28-2022, 07:20 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 11,915
Posted By MJFZ
Happens to us after every tow. I assume it’s tire...

Happens to us after every tow. I assume it’s tire rubber dust kicked up onto the exhaust system of our toad burning off.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-24-2022, 06:35 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,119
Posted By MJFZ
I just had to empty 25 gallons out of my fresh...

I just had to empty 25 gallons out of my fresh water tank. I removed the water filter canister to allow the tank to vent.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-24-2022, 10:25 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,347
Posted By MJFZ
Valor TPMS

I know issues with the Valor TPMS have been discussed before during the last few years. I had my 2021 Newmar in for service at the Gaffney Service Center this past October. I reported issues with...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-16-2021, 08:55 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,122
Posted By MJFZ
I too am in Northern Virginia and will head south...

I too am in Northern Virginia and will head south after Christmas. I am winterizing later this week. Better (and cheaper) for me to be safe then have some plumbing freeze and break.

Mike
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-02-2021, 07:59 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,450
Posted By MJFZ
About the same as last years November 1st price...

About the same as last years November 1st price increase. Units with firm orders submitted and accepted by Newmar prior to November 1st are delivered at the ordered price. Some manufacturers pass...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-21-2021, 07:03 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 29,309
Posted By MJFZ
Congratulations!!

Congratulations!!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-25-2021, 11:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,923
Posted By MJFZ
X2 on Marcell. Has worked great for several years.

X2 on Marcell. Has worked great for several years.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-18-2021, 11:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,339
Posted By MJFZ
I have been having my coach serviced at Gaffney...

I have been having my coach serviced at Gaffney since 2012. I typically make my appointments 6 months out for fall service. With only 6 service bays and sales of Freightliner based motorhomes...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-13-2021, 04:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,662
Posted By MJFZ
If the change in pitch of the sound is the result...

If the change in pitch of the sound is the result of speed change, then I agree with others most likely a bearing, u joint, or ring and pinion. Some rotational mass is squealing. However, if the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-18-2021, 07:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,068
Posted By MJFZ
This is exactly what happened to me. The GFCI...

This is exactly what happened to me. The GFCI tripped and 5 days later my batteries where depleted. Now I use a Marcell to monitor power, temperature, and humidity in the coach. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-13-2021, 07:50 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,841
Posted By MJFZ
Jacjetlag, We will see you there at Nappanee....

Jacjetlag,
We will see you there at Nappanee. Our FPU is also scheduled to start on May 3rd.

Mike
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-11-2021, 04:17 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,983
Posted By MJFZ
I don’t think so. It’s purpose is to allow...

I don’t think so. It’s purpose is to allow infinite adjustability ( indexing) of the shaft. Over torque limits are electrically controlled by the slide controller based on amperage.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-11-2021, 03:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 988
Posted By MJFZ
On top of the unit check to make sure the cap is...

On top of the unit check to make sure the cap is securely on as well as the overflow tube. I had the hose clamp loosen on the over flow tube and cause a leak. What is the level of fluid in your...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-02-2021, 03:32 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,841
Posted By MJFZ
You should call service about your FPU date. I...

You should call service about your FPU date. I received a call from them a month ago to set the date and our coach isn’t in production until later this month.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-04-2021, 11:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 804
Posted By MJFZ
Factory Pick Up

Factory Pick Up
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-29-2020, 07:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,305
Posted By MJFZ
Happy Birthday [emoji512]

Happy Birthday [emoji512]
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-17-2020, 03:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,590
Posted By MJFZ
I agree, especially where it’s located.

I agree, especially where it’s located.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-05-2020, 03:28 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 39,762
Posted By MJFZ
Sccafire when did you order your Ventana?

Sccafire when did you order your Ventana?
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-27-2019, 05:20 PM
Replies: 919
Views: 260,620
Posted By MJFZ
Hi Rondi, From start to finish, I had about...

Hi Rondi,

From start to finish, I had about 90 minutes in inspecting and tightening my two electric slides. That included 30 minutes of scratching my head while I thought about what to do next.
...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-26-2019, 05:40 PM
Replies: 919
Views: 260,620
Posted By MJFZ
Today I finally got around to checking the slide...

Today I finally got around to checking the slide motors (3) fastener torque on our 2016 4369 DSDP. We did factory pickup when new and discussed this issue at that time. I was assured by our Newmar...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-30-2019, 12:20 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,845
Posted By MJFZ
I had a Blue Ox bought new in 1998. Always...

I had a Blue Ox bought new in 1998. Always worked great. I rebuilt it in 2011. Last year, I bought a new Avail tow bar from Blue Ox and received a discount for shipping my old tow bar back.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-28-2019, 07:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,312
Posted By MJFZ
Very nice!! Great story.

Very nice!! Great story.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-04-2019, 05:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 659
Posted By MJFZ
To wake up CD, turn your wheel from center to...

To wake up CD, turn your wheel from center to full lock left or right and then full lock the opposite direction and then back to center. Occasionally, a second lock to lock turn is necessary.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-03-2018, 04:23 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,126
Posted By MJFZ
Bob Johnson’s in North Carolina has been owned by...

Bob Johnson’s in North Carolina has been owned by CW for a few years. CW bought McGeorges RV in Ashland, VA last year. Both are Newmar dealers.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-14-2018, 05:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,127
Posted By MJFZ
Remember the 43’ Dutch Star’s have the 10KW...

Remember the 43’ Dutch Star’s have the 10KW generators and those have a maintenance panel on the drives side of the coach and require you to pull the generator out on the rollers.

Mike
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-26-2017, 06:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,132
Posted By MJFZ
We owned a 2012 Dutch Star 3734 and now a 2016...

We owned a 2012 Dutch Star 3734 and now a 2016 Dutch Star 4369. The 3734 had better acceleration than does our 4369-- being significantly lighter and having less tire rolling resistance (no tag...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-09-2017, 04:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,476
Posted By MJFZ
Us too.

Us too.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-05-2017, 02:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,993
Posted By MJFZ
Love it when a plan comes together.

Congratulations!!! Finally. Welcome to the ranks of Newmar owners.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-03-2017, 04:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,323
Posted By MJFZ
Its been my experience that when a jack...

Its been my experience that when a jack retraction slows, cleaning the rams and oil seal with WD40 helps. I have been known to use a couple cotton swabs to make sure the oil seal is really clean. I...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-03-2017, 02:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,040
Posted By MJFZ
This is a well known and long known Freightliner...

This is a well known and long known Freightliner issue. My 2012 Dutch Star and now 2016 Dutch Star had this issue. The good news is now there is a fix without making your own shield, but it does...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-02-2017, 01:18 PM
Replies: 2,207
Views: 314,830
Posted By MJFZ
Thank you!!

Hi Hoots,
Suzan and I would like to thank everyone for a wonderful week in Marion, NC. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and seeing Hoots we know and meeting new Hoots. This was our second Hoots...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-24-2017, 07:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,758
Posted By MJFZ
Tom Johnson has a Bushwood LADP on display here...

Tom Johnson has a Bushwood LADP on display here at the Hoots Rally. It is a beautiful coach!! I see most everyone stops and tours this coach.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-17-2017, 10:42 AM
Replies: 2,207
Views: 314,830
Posted By MJFZ
Just loaded the coach up and will be headed...

Just loaded the coach up and will be headed towards Marion in the morning. We will stop Monday night at a campground in Fort Chiswell, Va and into TJ's Tuesday morning.

Mike
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-15-2017, 02:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,680
Posted By MJFZ
Recall FL741-A

I just received Recall notice FL741-A for XCR Chassis manufactured between 11/27/2012 and 2/23/2016. Recall states:

"on certain vehicles a battery cable mounting bracket may have been...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-09-2017, 06:18 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 14,350
Posted By MJFZ
2012 Jeep Liberty

2012 Jeep Liberty
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-06-2017, 10:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,125
Posted By MJFZ
I suggest you get the six digit Newmar Coach...

I suggest you get the six digit Newmar Coach number for each coach-- Dutch Star's always start with 60. Call Newmar customer service at 1-866-379-0613. Tell them you are considering buying one of...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-23-2017, 07:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,752
Posted By MJFZ
I had thought in a 4 wire 240 volt plug, the only...

I had thought in a 4 wire 240 volt plug, the only current on the ground line will be fault current and the OP had reported it was the ground line on the plug getting hot. All current should only be...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-21-2017, 07:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,053
Posted By MJFZ
I think it's a great idea. I typically call...

I think it's a great idea. I typically call Gaffney to get my Maintenance and spare parts.

Mike
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-21-2017, 02:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,518
Posted By MJFZ
Takes me less than 20 minutes to remove the fuel...

Takes me less than 20 minutes to remove the fuel filters, fill new filters with diesel, remove and replace the heated bowl, and then install new filters. Anytime you remove a painted panel, you...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-19-2017, 03:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,132
Posted By MJFZ
If you take the front cover off the unit, you...

If you take the front cover off the unit, you should be able to see what might be going on. Also, check the hose clamp on the over flow hose in the top of the unit.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-17-2017, 08:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,134
Posted By MJFZ
I posted the following in 2012/2013. I hope it...

I posted the following in 2012/2013. I hope it might help in your situation:

Symptom: On our 2012 DSDP one of our pocket doors would not stay latched when underway. The door would bang open...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-16-2017, 05:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,614
Posted By MJFZ
Amish Acres is a very basic hotel. The staff is...

Amish Acres is a very basic hotel. The staff is friendly, and it is walking distance from Newmar. Just stayed there last week while our coach was in the shop.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-08-2017, 09:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,077
Posted By MJFZ
Sounds like a fun project!! Looking forward to...

Sounds like a fun project!! Looking forward to seeing the final product.

Mike
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-07-2017, 07:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 694
Posted By MJFZ
Our coach is currently in Building 11 with...

Our coach is currently in Building 11 with Leander's team. Leander and his team is why we come to Nappanee to get warranty and service work completed. I certainly appreciate their craftsmanship,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-02-2017, 02:06 PM
Replies: 4,575
Views: 1,570,361
Posted By MJFZ
We too will be heading into Camp Newmar this...

We too will be heading into Camp Newmar this weekend to get a couple warranty items completed next week.

Mike
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-04-2017, 08:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,836
Posted By MJFZ
I have the On The Go mixed bed de-ionizer and use...

I have the On The Go mixed bed de-ionizer and use it for my final rinse. Very happy with the performance. Saves a great deal of time when I wash our motorhome.

Mike
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-19-2017, 03:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,363
Posted By MJFZ
We ordered our 2016 Dutch Star through Albany RV...

We ordered our 2016 Dutch Star through Albany RV (RV One) and did factory pick up. I was very satisfied with the price and terms. The purchase experience was fine and all went well for us. We have...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-07-2017, 02:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,280
Posted By MJFZ
I have asked this same question a year ago during...

I have asked this same question a year ago during our FPU, and was told it was Newmar's policy for cash tips not to be accepted. I was given a hint of alternative way's to show appreciation for a...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-02-2017, 03:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,787
Posted By MJFZ
In 2011/2012 Freightliner had a problem with the...

In 2011/2012 Freightliner had a problem with the gear box having too much lubricant and pumping lube out the vent.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-30-2017, 02:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,025
Posted By MJFZ
This same issue is on my warranty list for my...

This same issue is on my warranty list for my Newmar visit next month. Initially, Newmar sent me to Freightliner thinking my 2016 DSDP had the same multiplex wiper control system as the 2017's....
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