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Hello everyone. I just joined today after lurking here a few days. I'm in the process of researching my first MotorHome. I've been a fifth wheel guy for about 20 years but now that we are spending 8 months or more on the road I'm thinking a Motorhome may be a better choice. 

We first began looking at 2006-2008 Monacos based on feedback from several folks I met in CGs. Then we researched new or nearly new Integras or Newmars. Really like the Integra but after reading about Newells I thought it may be an option. Now I'm considering a used Newell. We want a rear bedroom and 1.5 baths. 

I found one at Motorhomes of Texas in Nacogoches. I don't know it's number but It's a 2004 with 89K miles and has 2300 hours on the Ginny. At this point I've only seen the pics on line. They have it listed at 279,500. The only thing I really know about Newells is they are very well made and most people think they are on the same tier as Prevost. The new ones are out of my price range so I'm looking for one gently loved. Which brings me to a few questions please. 

1. Does the 2004 above sound like a fair starting price if it's in good condition? New coaches are normally bought at 25%-30% off. Should I expect that on a used coach from a Dealer?
2. On a 12 year old coach other than tires what should I be most concerned about?
3. The 2004 above has a Detroit 60S 500 HP with 89k. How difficult is it to find someone to work on them in smaller cities and where do you take them for repairs other than Miami?
4. Here is the Big Question: I'm not very mechanical inclined, I can change the fluids in my Harley but I would never go in the engine. So after reading here and other places I'm concerned about buying a 10 year old coach of any brand. How big a deal might this be. 
5. So we find ourselves trying to decide between a used Newell or maybe a new Entegra which comes with a 2 year warranty. I'm aware only I can make that decision but I would appreciate hearing from you folks because I expect many of you have been in the same place. 

Thanks all!

Hi all, Mike here from NC. I just joined your forum in an effort to learn about Newells. I'll be posting a few questions as I am looking at a used Newell for my first motor home. Looks like a great bunch of folks here from what I've read so far.

We have spent the winter (up to February so far) in Alabama and have not had too many problems.  The AquaHot system is working admirably and after I get it serviced it will probably work even better.
We have also noticed a few leaks here and there from the lights in the bedroom and galley.  Newell said they are probably from condensation inside the skin of the coach when it is warm inside out COLD outside... Makes sense but has anyone else seen this?

I have just talked to M&G Engineering about installing an air brake system from the Newell to my tow.  I have been using Brake Buddy for years and it is on its last leg.  It takes for ever to pump up and is a pain to connect.  My question is for those with an air brake system of this type, how do you like it?  I know there are other system out there other than M & G and I am planning on using them because they are in Athens, TX which is about two hours from where I live, plus my brother in law has had their system for several years with no problem.  The total price is $1203.89, which is not much more than a new Brake Buddy.  They are on the web if anyone would like to look.

One of our 1991 mirrors had frozen set screws. If Kroil won't loosen it, don't twist so hard as to break an allen wrench off in the set screw!
Just simply drill the set screw out with a 1/4" bit, and then drill the hole with a 5/16" bit and retap the hole with a 3/8 x 16NC tap. Then remember to use
anti-seize on the new set screws. Ramco still sells the mirror bushings, but have upgraded them to aluminum from plastic.

On a newer coach, I'd suggest spraying with a penetrate, then remove and coat set screws with anti-seize before they become too corroded to
be adjusted.

Danny
1991 # 277

Newell has a Prevost Liberty Elegant Lady available.  This coach was traded in on a Newell.  $799,000.

http://www.newellcoach.com/newell-coache...gant-lady/

http://springfield.craigslist.org/rvs/5389342740.html

Price drop of $10,000.  Lists length as 43.5'.  It has to be #405 as that is the only 43' 6" made in 1996.

Quad slide, Bath and a half, C-15 625 HP, ZF 10 speed transmission.  $550,000

http://www.rvonline.com/single-ad.asp?Recnumber=66453

Anybody going to FMCA rally in Perry GA in March 2016?

Can any one help if the CAT C15 Fumoto Valve T205 needs the adapter?
Thanks, in advance, for your assistance.
Sayed