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  First Tow Vehicle

Posted by: jdkskyking
04-07-2019, 06:20 AM
Forum: General
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Good Morning,

Kristi and I have been running silent for a several weeks as we had been working with Newell to trade our two coaches in on one they had for sale, #744. Newell has been addressing a few items on 744, we’ll post pics when we get it home. 

One of the things I can report on was installing RoadKing Shocks all around. I did get a chance to drive it after the install... all I can say is fabulous!! Well worth the investment.

Last week Kristi and I started talking about what tow vehicle we’d look for. I wanted versatility and thought a Jeep Wrangler would be fun. To my surprise she agreed. We looked around town and of course on the Internet. I stumbled across a one owner 2014 Sport with 41500 miles. It had just came in so I contacted the dealer. After a few text exchanges I made a fair offer. 

Last Thursday I jumped in my 2002 C5 Corvette, drove to Tulsa, and was back home before dinner with our new tow Jeep... I will miss the Corvette but I’m sure the Jeep will provide us with more adventure for manny years to come... and of course I can zip around town in it.... Most importantly... Kristi Love’s it!

I’m going with the M&G brake system on the Jeep and the Demco Excali-Bar II tow bar setup. Jeep makes a wiring harness that hooks directly into the Jeep’s electrical system and operates the taillights. I also ordered new taillights with amber turn signals to match the Newell. 

Any advice on towing is always welcomed... this will be our first time. 

Can’t wait to get 744 home and move forward. 

Take care, JK 

   

   

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  Overhead console door strut spring shock

Posted by: pairodice
04-07-2019, 04:52 AM
Forum: Interior Things
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Anyone know the part number or cross-reference for the small (I think they are 90 lbs) springs that hold up the upper overhead console doors across the front of the coach?  The number I have is from Austin Hardware (1-800-821-3520) AVSE400V-PS90 30 0974 
I’ll call them if I have to but was hoping to get it from Amazon...
Length extended: 11.5”
length collapsed: approx. 7.5” (not sure where the collapsed measurement is taken)
Length of stroke: approx. 4.75”
I think from the numbers that this is a 90 lbs spring... or PS90 may refer to the end pieces...
Orr and Orr had the following which is close: https://truck-hardware.orrorr.com/item/g.../h-9501-90

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Thumbs Down Air bags for 2004 coach 689

Posted by: ron skeen
04-06-2019, 06:55 PM
Forum: Suspension/Tires/Wheels
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1 air bag got hole. I need to replace all 8 along with ride height valves.  need part number for 2 front which are Firestone, 4 drive which are Goodyear, 2 tag which are Firestone and suggestion on where to purchase. I think they are all what came on the coach #689 a 2004. I have got a track day next weekend and need to get fixed by this Thursday if possible. Thanks for your help

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  Braking issue?

Posted by: Brad Townsend
04-06-2019, 04:01 PM
Forum: Help, I need help ASAP
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I am currently at Walmart in Amarillo Texas. Just today noticed a pulsing in the braking at a slow speed around 30 mph when coming off the highway. My brakes have always been in great shape and work ok at high speeds. The only different thing done in the last couple days is I spray lubed the what I believe are the control arm bushings because they were squeaking. One other thing to add is i have always had a hammer like sound come from the right front wheel area. This has been checked out extensively by 3 different places over the years even removing the shock and taking it for a ride, still same noise. I now wonder if by lubing the bushing if perhaps that could have somehow quickened the control arm bushing problem if in-fact there may be a problem there. Just guessing at this point. I don't remember anyone looking at the control arm bushings but they may have. The noise is a concerning noise but seeing as no one has been able to find the problem I figure I wouldn't worry about it. So There is my challenge for our trip back to New England. Tomorrow we will be stopping in Miami Ok for the pm so could have Newell look at it Monday.

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  aquahot results

Posted by: encantotom
04-06-2019, 01:42 PM
Forum: Heating Systems
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we have never stayed where it was cold and run the aquahot for extended periods of time for heating.  

we are in cove fort, utah serving as missionaries for our church until october of this year.  if any of you travel on I-15 in southern utah, stop by and see us.  the fort is about a mile off of the freeway and sees 80,000 visitors each year.  

we have had the coach here for a week now.  several nites it has been in the 25 degree range.  we kept the aquahot on electric and the aquahot temp would get down into the 190 degree range, but still keep the coach warm and toasty.  when we get up, the temp is over 200 and soon around 220's.  no problem taking showers without putting it into diesel mode.  

very happy on how well it is working.  more snow coming this week and mid 20's temps.  

i did a full aquahot service before we left arizona, but not sure i will need to use it much in diesel mode other than to fire it up once a month or so.  

thanks for all the advice from rudy.  

tom

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  Front leak

Posted by: truman
04-06-2019, 12:12 PM
Forum: Air Operated Systems and Leaks
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Upon leveling my coach I heard a leak coming from the front left side near tire
The whole coach slowly drops
Would you think it's a connection that goes to all the bags..or ????

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  Desk

Posted by: Keith Jordan
04-05-2019, 05:10 PM
Forum: Parts Swap/Giveaway/Sell
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I have a desk that I can bring to the rally if anyone is interested

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  Latches for the cabinets (power cable, radiator side door)

Posted by: DK on the road
04-05-2019, 01:11 PM
Forum: Exterior
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Does anyone have a lead on where to buy replacement latches for the radiator/power cable door, engine battery door etc?

One arm is broken and its just pot metal.  So I stole one from a "2" latch door and installed it on the radiator door for now.

My internet searches are coming up with a variety that do not match the original ones. I have the type where your thumb goes on the key hole and the release pops for the arm to lift away on the back side

   

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  Oil refill less than manual says

Posted by: DK on the road
04-05-2019, 12:59 PM
Forum: Generators
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I have a 15KW PowerTech genset with 1008 hrs.  I've clocked 100 hrs since last owners Oil change. I took out 5.5 quarts and reinstalled 5.5 with a filter change.  The Manual calls for 8.5 quarts with a filter change.  I just got off the phone with PowerTech support and they tell me that All Newells ended up with 5.5 quart oil pans. 

Has anyone had a longevity problem with their PowerTech Gen set ?

I like my Oil & filter changes at 100 hrs.  So with clean oil, air and fuel, I should get 15,000 to 20,000 hrs shouldn't I ?


Being a gear head, I kinda want the 8.5 quart system, but PowerTech says a larger oil pan isn't available for a Newell install.

Thoughts .....?

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  Step cover supply pressure

Posted by: smquandt
04-05-2019, 12:24 PM
Forum: Air Operated Systems and Leaks
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Any hint where I can find the regulator for the step cover?  Need to up the pressure, will not close or open without an assist.

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