[cmillsap]

Great information, Gentlemen. I do appreciate it. Glad to hear Newell uses an "active" tag.  Thanks for confirming that 2 slide Newells are scarce in the '05 and newer vintage. I had gathered that and realize that 3 slides is probably the minimum and that's ok.  How functional is a 4 slide Newell with the slides retracted?

Regarding the single 3000w inverter/charger, removing the A/Cs does take a load off it, but still keeping 6 8D charged up is a pretty demanding load. Also, I do know that there is a 35A alternator to charge the chassis batteries which is idle when not traveling. I presume (maybe incorrectly) that the inverter/charger is also tasked with keeping the chassis batteries charged?  

Would anyone care to comment on the serviceability, care and maintenance of a flat floor slide as compared to a "regular" slide that excludes floor movement? I guess I'm asking if the complexity of a flat floor slide room substantially increases failure rates.

Yea, I kinda figured a Newell could tow more than 5000#s. The example coach I showed earlier with the 5k hitch is probably an oddity, it doesn't have a washer or dryer either, so go figure, probably built for someone's specific needs.

One more question and I'll stop pestering you all. Generally speaking, what items on a Newell (various vintages) do you find to be the most problematic as regards maintenance and repair.

Thanks again,


Chuck