It was common for Newell to build one or two models with a new feature, then continue to build units without the feature while Newell tested it out. If all went smoothly, their new feature would be incorporated into some or all units after a number of months. That is one reason you can never assume that a specific coach had a certain feature based on the year model or the coach number.
(02-17-2018, 03:18 PM)1996 Newell Coach #416Fulltiming Wrote: [ -> ]Bill, congratulations. To the best of my knowledge you have the first or at most, the second Newell built with IFS. I think I was able to confirm that #414 does have the Ridewell Solid front axle. Still don't have a definitive word on #415.
Thanks! As best as I can tell, my Coach was built in 1995 and was used for the FMCA Show that year. See attached plan drawing.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/my2IwR1lXh1Uel9r2
You are correct Bill. Thanks for posting the plan drawing. Very interesting.