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I'm a newbie here and I'm having a real hard time figuring out what's wrong with my generator.  The typical "it starts fine on the start switch, but won't stay running?  I've tried to read all the threads I've found on here for the last 2 days and I've learned a lot. 
Here's my situation.  Then genset engine starts and runs on the start switch, but when I let go it stops.  I can manually hold the fuel stop solenoid forward and it keeps running and shows output on the on the 110v. meters inside the coach.  There is nothing showing up on the 220v. meters.  The cooling fan does not kick on.  I removed the solenoid to see if I could test it and it has 3 wires coming out of it, but only 2 are in the plug.  The third wire is separate and was not hooked up to anything.  It appears somebody has at some time tried to do some "backyard engineering" and has added some wiring and a relay in the wiring going to the plug.  Oh yeah, the generator is a Martin 17.5 unit with a Yanmar engine 4TN84TE.  The wires coming out of the solenoid are: 1 white, 1 black and the one not hooked to anything is red/blue.  I don't see how it could operate 2 functions with only 2 wires hooked up.  I thought it needed a "pull coil" and a "hold" coil.  I just bought this unit and have no knowledge if the generator has ever worked in this configuration.  The previous owner is deceased and his surviving spouse knew nothing about the coach.
I keep reading about the fire extinguisher (FE) circuit that can keep the hold from working, but I can't find a FE or any related wiring (I probably just don't know where to look).  On my generator monitor panel the FE charged light is lit and green.
I've owned several motor coaches but this is my first Newell and after my 400 mile trip home after the purchase I know know why I've always wanted a Newell, even though I previously owned a Prevost H3.  It did suck not having the genset running, but luckily the temp was perfect.....not too hot, not too cold so it was a great drive.
Any help appreciated.
Mike M.
near St. Louis

Has anyone replaced there muffler? On my 2001 someone has hit something dose not seem to be leaking but the dent is driving me crazy.

I had a neutral line from the power company (Duke Power) break at the power pole evidently over the weekend while I was out of town, it took out my refrigerator compressor, and the microwave/convection oven, and some of my stereo speakers don't sound as good as they did, with 2 not working and the others scratchy, so far, I've checked most everything else, and so far so good. I have a friend coming this week to check out the fridge, but not sure what to do about the Micro/Convection oven? It's a 1996 model coach, with a Sharp Carousel Smart & Easy Convection oven. Not sure if it can be repaired, or has to be replaced. 
The surge also took out my office printer.  
Pretty bummed out, was trying to get ready for our month long summer vacation, now this.

Gang,

Since the rally announcement thread has gotten pretty long I thought I would start a new thread to help everyone here find out what is going on onsite.

First of all....WELCOME!!!  I think this rally should be one of the biggest yet....and although we don't plan very much, we always find a lot to do.  

Please make an effort to introduce yourselves to each other and don't hesitate to post to this thread any ideas for get-togethers and show and tells.  

When you arrive please tell us what lot you are in.  (The lot numbering is kinda weird so find the number from the attached map).

   

Bill Johnson - Lot 220 (Two dogs...Roro and making his first rally appearance...Maddux)  Feel free to stop by anytime.

We are in Jackson California. As we're leaving the RV park I noticed I have low air pressure. Now the brakes seem to be set coach won't move. Does anyone know of any easy checks or fixes I should check as I wait for help? This is a 1974 Newell with the 1160 cat Allison Transmission.

SCS a/c control board professionally rebuilt. From 1997 Newell basement a/c. Listed in parts for sale section

SCS air conditioner control board professionally reconditioned. From 1997 Newell basement a/c. $500.00

Hello All,

The first major purchase my wife (Lisa) and I made after getting married 38+ years ago was a travel trailer, followed soon by a Winnebago motorhome.  We have been motorhome owners for over 35 years with everything from a Fleetwood Tioga Class C to a BlueBird LXi 450.  Currently we are still working and hoping to retire, or at least semi-retire in the coming months.  We have a 2017 Haulmark Status 45DB motorcoach, but miss the class A room and are thinking about a change again.  I have determined that it will be a used (due to budget) Newell, Provost conversion or possibly a Foretravel IH45.  Leaning heavy towards the Newell due to the reputation of lasting "forever".

I have been lurking on the Gurus site for a couple of years and really enjoy learning about the coaches.  We will probably be looking for something less than 15 years old - Lisa likes 4 slides and a lot of room - but I am mechanical and love to find ways to fix things and make them better.  I think this site is one of the best.

I look forward to chatting with you all and hope to make it to a Not a Rally Rally some day in the coming year or two.

Thank you,

Dan Child
2017 Haulmark Motorcoach
2014 RZR XP1000

Trying to get my leveling system working . I start coach build air press air 2 times and coach levels I shut coach off when 110 compressor comes on the front of the coach raises up the only way to stop compressor is to shut off leveling system

Don't bust on me for the detail, Rhonda is a planner by education, profession, and nature. The phone numbers are for the RV parks, they may be helpful to you in planning a trip in the future. If you are in the area, by all means let us know and we can get together. 



Richard & Rhonda Canadian Rocky Mountain Trip

 
May 2 - 3                    Drive 215 miles to Tallahassee, Florida
                                    Tallahassee RV Park                                     (850)878-7641
May 4 - 12                  Drive 237 miles to Gulf Shores, Ala – Newell Non Rally
                                    Bella Terra of Gulf Shores                            (866)417-2416
May 13 – 14               Drive 331 mi to Oxford, Ala – Cheaha Mt (High pt in Ala)
Camping World Campground                  (256)241-2295
May 15 - 16                Drive 133 miles to Chattanooga, TN
                                    Holiday Travel Park                                      (706)891-9766








May 24 – June 3        Drive 143 miles to Chattanooga, TN
                                    Holiday Travel Park                                      (706)891-9766
June 4 - 5                   Drive 231 miles to Cave City, KY – Mammoth Cave NP                                                             Cave Country RV                                         (270)773-4678
June 6 – 7                   Drive 344 miles to East Saint Lewis, Ill - Saint Lewis Arch                                                             Casino Queen (Site 602)                              (800)777-0777


June 9 - 14                 Drive 247 miles to Rochester, MN - Mayo Clinic