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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-30-2017, 09:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,130
Posted By Tobias7000
We have a 2015. Solid coach. Just a few recalls...

We have a 2015. Solid coach. Just a few recalls but all easily done. Ten or so on rv trader when I recently looked.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-30-2017, 12:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,203
Posted By Tobias7000
My brother had a loss of power issue on a 2006...

My brother had a loss of power issue on a 2006 CAT driven coach. Mechanics found two blown fuel injectors and bad HUEI pump. He made it home on 4 cylinders somehow.
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-29-2017, 11:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,146
Posted By Tobias7000
Wow. Now that was the answer to my curious...

Wow. Now that was the answer to my curious question. I thought it may have been engine vibrations. After seeing posts about engine fires I'm keeping an out in the engine compartment and looking at...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-29-2017, 12:23 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,719
Posted By Tobias7000
Wish I could add them to my coach. I have air...

Wish I could add them to my coach. I have air conditioned floors in the winter [emoji39]
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-29-2017, 12:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,146
Posted By Tobias7000
Yes. Agree. I am calmly inquiring to see if...

Yes. Agree. I am calmly inquiring to see if others find this solution slightly hard to believe in. Speaking of the hose length, at least that could have been longer?!
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-28-2017, 11:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,146
Posted By Tobias7000
Makes sense Skip426. I see the other fuel lines...

Makes sense Skip426. I see the other fuel lines with brackets to hold them firm. But, I have a hard time trusting that little piece of rubber to dampen vibration. I wonder if Cummings would mind...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-28-2017, 11:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,736
Posted By Tobias7000
I've noticed a very nonlinear readout as I...

I've noticed a very nonlinear readout as I travel. The fuel gauge can hover around the half tank mark for seemingly twice as long as it takes to go from full down to the 3/4 full mark. Thus I never...
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-28-2017, 11:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,146
Posted By Tobias7000
So that is what I thought at first too. Yet,...

So that is what I thought at first too. Yet, the fuel line is not close enough to any other piece of metal close by. Further thoughts?
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-28-2017, 08:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,146
Posted By Tobias7000
How does this prevent a fire?

A while back a safety note resulted in this piece of rubber hose placed on fuel lines 1 and 6. How does this prevent a fuel leak?
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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-13-2017, 11:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,139
Posted By Tobias7000
I asked Newmar why my DSDP did not come with...

I asked Newmar why my DSDP did not come with surge protection. They answered that they leave that choice up to the customer.

I have the same question for water regulators. Why are those not...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-07-2017, 07:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 971
Posted By Tobias7000
We decided to skip the complicated work for now...

We decided to skip the complicated work for now and use a portable Bose Soundlink Revolve. Sounds great in or outside of the coach.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-07-2017, 07:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,790
Posted By Tobias7000
Even wine works ... red or white.

Even wine works ... red or white.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-05-2017, 12:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,790
Posted By Tobias7000
Yes, cooktop only for us in our 2015 DSDP. We...

Yes, cooktop only for us in our 2015 DSDP. We prefer it. That tank will last us five years before we have to refill it.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-04-2017, 01:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 982
Posted By Tobias7000
Did you order heated floors? Wish I did.

Did you order heated floors? Wish I did.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-04-2017, 01:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,485
Posted By Tobias7000
Interesting that I don't see this issue on my...

Interesting that I don't see this issue on my 2015. It has the short factory extension. Is it just a matter of time? I don't understand the root cause. Great write up Dutch Star Don!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-04-2017, 01:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 450
Posted By Tobias7000
Just the type that I'm looking for. Will call...

Just the type that I'm looking for. Will call him tomorrow.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-03-2017, 09:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 450
Posted By Tobias7000
Thank you both very much.

Thank you both very much.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-02-2017, 09:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 450
Posted By Tobias7000
Know a trusted mobile tech in Portland, OR?

Hi all,

We are looking for a trusted mobile tech in the Portland, OR area. We are now out of warranty but have a service contract.

Need some help with our HWH leveling jack system. Did not...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-28-2017, 12:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 782
Posted By Tobias7000
Nope. I think my day shade idea may not pass the...

Nope. I think my day shade idea may not pass the test. We shall see how much airflow and bugs we get. Testing this August.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-24-2017, 12:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 767
Posted By Tobias7000
Found this informative FAQ. ...

Found this informative FAQ. https://www.marinestore.com/faq-teak. Can't speak personally for the product however.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-24-2017, 12:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 767
Posted By Tobias7000
Teak is resilient. I let it be. It is a...

Teak is resilient. I let it be. It is a naturally oily wood and thus difficult to "treat" with coatings in general. Teak is at home in a wet environment in my opinion.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-22-2017, 12:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 782
Posted By Tobias7000
Bedroom air flow hack for egress window

I know there are multiple threads on the emergency egress window in the bedroom for Dutch Stars. One is more than 696 days old. So I'll post an updated handy solution we just completed.

Our...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-19-2017, 11:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,248
Posted By Tobias7000
Same problem! The difference: it is usually...

Same problem!

The difference: it is usually our left rear jack. But recently the right rear jack came up on its own as well.

Then, I started to noticed the jack that came up tended to be the...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-18-2017, 10:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 801
Posted By Tobias7000
Meant to say Highway 12, not 29.

Meant to say Highway 12, not 29.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-17-2017, 09:12 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 11,504
Posted By Tobias7000
In my case, I could not figure out why the...

In my case, I could not figure out why the subwoofer would not consistently work. I stumbled onto the various sound options on the receiver and apparently, I only get the subwoofer to work in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-16-2017, 10:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,548
Posted By Tobias7000
Here is another thread with more photos ...

Here is another thread with more photos

Looking for 2015 Dutch Star Owner that has a ShadePro Dash Cover

https://www.irv2.com/forums/showthread.php?t=312207
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-16-2017, 07:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,937
Posted By Tobias7000
X3 ... then after we dock, and the evening cools...

X3 ... then after we dock, and the evening cools down, we open up a few bay doors to let the chassis area get some cool air circulation. Gets warm below in our coach and can make it harder to cool...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-12-2017, 11:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 801
Posted By Tobias7000
Highway 12 Salt Lake City to Grand Staircase Escalante?

FYI, hwy 29 newly re-paved. Here's an image from hogs back portion.168537
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-09-2017, 12:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,689
Posted By Tobias7000
This last year we had a few winter trips. ...

This last year we had a few winter trips. Perhaps more than half. Over the filter life, I'd not think more than half. We did do a trip through Grants pass in between snow storms.

Regarding...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-09-2017, 01:17 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,689
Posted By Tobias7000
Air Filter Change Out

Wow! Good observation Jerry. I did not catch that. Yes, that dirt is on the turbo side. Any comments? Is that normal? Remember, the odd thing for me was the crystalline like rocks on the intake...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-09-2017, 01:11 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,689
Posted By Tobias7000
Air Filter Change Out

Sounds like new clamps are on my "to order" list for next filter change. This is a 2015 rig so not much rust yet. I did coat the threads with Boeing T-9 hoping it would make next replacement easier....
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-08-2017, 02:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,689
Posted By Tobias7000
Just finished air filter swap out

Just changed out the filter after my trip to Utah. Could be I could have gone another year or so even though it was dirty and change indicator getting close to the red mark. You can see the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-02-2017, 10:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,479
Posted By Tobias7000
Oasis exhausts into patio

Anyone try a Genturi? Camco 44461 Gen-Turi Generator Exhaust Venting System https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BUU5XG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_gxBwzbMHHN56T

I had a muffler shop create an adapter for my...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-21-2017, 11:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,720
Posted By Tobias7000
Part # in last photo. 62891-001. It does not...

Part # in last photo. 62891-001. It does not look easy but I'll give it a shot.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-21-2017, 09:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,720
Posted By Tobias7000
And here is a nice link to a DIY blog for...

And here is a nice link to a DIY blog for replacing a filter like the one in the photos above.

Diesel Pusher Maintenance - Air Filter Change - JdFinley.com...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-21-2017, 08:17 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,720
Posted By Tobias7000
Mine just arrived from Freightliner In South...

Mine just arrived from Freightliner In South Carolina. Fast shipping. 165968165969165970
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-18-2017, 08:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,720
Posted By Tobias7000
Tried Speedco this year for the annual...

Tried Speedco this year for the annual maintenance. Unfortunately, not all Speedcos are the same. They did not have an air filter nor were they interested in ordering one for me. Seems the one in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-18-2017, 07:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,078
Posted By Tobias7000
We found this stuff all over our coach. Under...

We found this stuff all over our coach. Under the televator, in the water storage tank area, etc. Just like house construction... leave the junk behind and move on if not in sight. We asked the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-18-2017, 12:56 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,327
Posted By Tobias7000
Agreed. One point to add: I did leave gaps in...

Agreed. One point to add: I did leave gaps in the tape so water could drain.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-18-2017, 12:42 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,327
Posted By Tobias7000
2017 Dutch Star 4369 - Radiator Shroud Broken

My educated guess: the plastic panel is a rock guard to protect radiator fins. So unless the radiator is being replaced, the panel should be just as permanent. Guess I'm "stuck with the decision"...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-17-2017, 09:51 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,327
Posted By Tobias7000
LK23, Thankyou! Here is an image of the tape. ...

LK23, Thankyou! Here is an image of the tape. It is super tough... much like Eternabond but I think different stuff. One peels off the red plastic and once this stuff sticks, it seems to form a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-17-2017, 05:07 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,327
Posted By Tobias7000
Turns out nothing is broken. Only the double...

Turns out nothing is broken. Only the double sided tape has come loose. I cleaned the shroud and radiator frame with a damp cloth and reapplied about 7x more tape than they used originally. This...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-15-2017, 11:35 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,327
Posted By Tobias7000
Noticed mine vibrating loose the other day. Will...

Noticed mine vibrating loose the other day. Will see how I can repair before completely broken. Fresh tape and drill a new hole for a bolt, washers, and nut?
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 05-29-2017, 06:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 801
Posted By Tobias7000
Thank you skigramp and Busskipper!

Thank you skigramp and Busskipper!
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 05-27-2017, 11:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 801
Posted By Tobias7000
Highway 12 Salt Lake City to Grand Staircase Escalante?

Hello,
Anyone drive a 45' Class A with a toad on Hwy 12 through Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument? Good Sam Trip Planner indicates no problems. It is usually good at pointing out low...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-14-2017, 11:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,046
Posted By Tobias7000
Does any other manufacturer let a buyer do this? ...

Does any other manufacturer let a buyer do this? Says a lot for the intention for quality. Thanks for sharing!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-14-2017, 11:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 855
Posted By Tobias7000
I let the first layer of dirt protect the the...

I let the first layer of dirt protect the the area from the second layer of dirt [emoji12]
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-14-2017, 11:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 747
Posted By Tobias7000
Rainwater in driver & passenger window tracks

I covered the gap with black duct tape just to test. It worked. No more water leaks inside the coach in the forward part of the track. That duct tape remains there today! Gorilla brand if I recall...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-17-2017, 11:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 662
Posted By Tobias7000
I always set manually to HP or furnace. For some...

I always set manually to HP or furnace. For some reason zone 3 will say aquahot. Works the same as furnace as far as I can tell. No problems with fixed 32 degree indication.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-20-2017, 01:10 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,007
Posted By Tobias7000
Locked out again 2016 dutch star

What exactly happens with the latch mechanism?
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