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Hello all,
 I've had my 91 Newell a little over a year and I agree Newell's are constructed very well. But when they have issues, even their small issues can be bigger than most issues other coaches have.  I've been fortunate to have owned a 93 and 94 Monaco, 98 Foretravel and Country Coach as well as 88 Elite, which I still own, so I'm no stranger to RV's. But this Newell is testing me. I currently have an electrical issue that is a head scratcher.  I'll move this to the electrical thread so as not to get off topic here. 
But I have lurked here on and off for the past year and have enjoyed and learned a few things by reading the different posts.

Good Morning fellow Gurus,

Barb and I have decided to change direct, i.e. alter our "life-style".  For the past 4 years we have traveled  the western U.S.  fulltime in our Newell.  We found a great rv community (SoCal) to spend our winters and have not traveled as much this past year.  Time to sell our Newell "home" and get something we can park on our lot (most likely a 5th wheel) and just use a Class C  to do shorter outings and summer trips.
  
I have read many of the previous posts discussing the pros and cons of private vs consignment sales. Many valid points both ways.  I have always followed the "For Sale" ads on the various web sites....just because.  Now that we have made a decision to sell, I find myself on the fence.  Naturally, I want the most for my coach but realize a private sale is more work.  I doubt a trade-in will net me more.

My questions: 
1.   How much is realistic to expect if I sell myself?  (what are normal consignment fees)  
2.   For those who have used the consignment  route - What are the things to look for / watch out for in 
      a consignment contract?

Thanks for any insight / experiences  that the gurus can offer.

i went out into the shop and the door wouldnt open.  the air pressure was all the way down.  then i heard the compressor try to start.  i felt it and it was very hot.  the head pressure either isnt releasing enough or the compressor is struggling.  

oh well, i needed something to do..

tom

Not that I needed any more inducement on my OCD tendencies relative to coach steering, BUT I just drove a rental 26 ft box truck for almost 3000 miles. I drove it empty and completely at it's max GVW, and the steering was relatively precise. No wandering, no slop, and no trouble to run side by side with other trucks. The truck was not new, it had 200K miles on it. 

Now the engine was a dog, and it rode awful, but the steering was sweet. I don't see semi drivers fidgeting with the wheel either. 

So, that makes me wonder. What is different about a motorhome or bus. I've had three, and none had the steering this truck had. 

Straight axle and leaf springs in the front, with a TRW steering box. 


If you have any insight will you share it with me.

Spotted 8/6/16 northbound on I 75 just north of Gainesville. One relatively new blue bottom and cream top (gorgeous coach) and one brown toned mid 2000's traveling in tandem. 

I was driving a yeller Penske truck so naturally they didn't flash their lights in recognition.

http://www.rvt.com/Newell-Double-Slide-1...1-UX111223

$99,000 at Panterra 365 front tires, all tires 2015, batteries 2014, 220K miles, 2000 'smiley' front cap, mid bath.

We are very happy with our 1565... The service has been outstanding and the quality is beyond awesome....we live in Canada

$229,000, two slide, bath and a half, mid entry with Bode Air Operated Entry Door and roof airs. Detroit Diesel Series 60, 500 HP with Allison 6 speed World Transmission. 103K miles, 365 front tire upgrade, stacked washer/dryer, dish drawer, upgraded TV's and upholstery. Properly maintained by Newell and Newell referred contractors. Located in Indio, California.

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I have changed all the air bags on #390.Firestone# W01-358-9447.I have five that could be used as spares in case of failure on the road.New bags may or may not be available when you need them most.Let me know if you are interested.

We're located just west of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.  We have water and electric hook ups on site and inside our shop.  If you are out and need a place to stop or a place to work on the unit while on the road let us know.  The only drawback is we live on a rock road one mile off Highway 30. If you go slow everything stays pretty clean.

We also do a little pheasant hunting and dove hunting if interested. 

Stay Safe,
Roy and Cari...