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  Inficon Whisper leak detector

Posted by: larryweikartsr
10-09-2023, 05:51 AM
Forum: Parts Swap/Giveaway/Sell
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Used twice and in new condition $100 plus shipping. Cell# 386-679-2312    

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  hitch weight

Posted by: Dan M
10-09-2023, 05:24 AM
Forum: General
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Does anyone know the weight limit on the hitches Newell was installing in 2008 coaches?  (I am not referring to the tow bar)  

Thanks, 
Dan

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  Front end jitters

Posted by: pairodice
10-09-2023, 04:58 AM
Forum: Suspension/Tires/Wheels
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We just had new 365s put on at a local shop and have taken the coach on a 2 hour cruise to Nashville this past weekend.  While droning down the highway at about 60mph it feels like we are hitting bumps about every 10th of a second. Almost like the tire is out of round… it does smooth out sometimes and the tracking is pretty straight.  The shop did manage to steal my EezTire transponders (or whatever the tire mounted air pressure/temp thingies are called) - so I pulled the two from the tags and put them on the front.  The tire pressures were at 115 and 125 but will check the cold this morning to be sure… I have always run them at 100 even and it rode very well and the tires lasted 8 years with no problems (other than having an uneven wear pattern on the outside of the passenger tire).  We are planning a much longer (10 hours) trip next weekend to TX and would like to not ruin the new tires I just had installed… any ideas?  I do probably need to get new tie rod ends but not sure that would cause something like this.

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  Dometic AC air filters

Posted by: Doug Musick
10-07-2023, 12:45 PM
Forum: Air Conditioning
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I've washed the green plastic ac filters a couple of times and each time they stretch slightly and fit a little worse.  They also drop a lot of fibers and make a big mess.  So I started looking for replacement filters that would fit.  I found a few places that will make custom size filters.  I ended up ordering 6 pleated paper filters from Filterbuy.com for 98.20 including S/H.  They can make about any size in 1/8" increments.

I ordered 9.875" x 15.5" x 1" filters.  They fit very snug and I had to crinkle the cardboard frame slightly to get them to fit. I will order slightly smaller next time 9.75" x 15.375" and then use some adhesive backed foam tape on the edges as needed for a tight fit.

The Dometics are made for 7/16" thick filters.  You can't get the paper filters in that thickness.  1" is the thinnest you can get. However if you get a snug fit they will stay in.  I had to remove the two swivel tabs on each Dometic as the shorts bolts holding them on protruded into the filter frame area almost a 1/4" each.

Should you need new filters but don't want paper ones they also make custom sized washable metal ones which are the original 7/16" thickness and will work with the filter tabs.  However you will need to shorten the length dimension by 3/8" or maybe 1/2" to clear bolts which hold the swivel tabs in place.  You will want to leave these tabs in place as they are what will hold the metal filter in place.            

I attached a pic of the old green filter media, the new paper filter and I shot of the Dometic unit where the filter fits.

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  ISO Interior puck lights

Posted by: Jonestead
10-07-2023, 11:38 AM
Forum: Interior Things
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Howdy all,
I have a couple three fixtures that are brittle and need replaced. After much trial and error, I've finally found led bulbs I like but several fixtures need replaced

I've read thru old posts but am having no luck finding currently available parts. Does anyone have any puck light fixtures they are willing to part with, or know of a current supplier or have a suitable fixture that was used to replace the Hafeles that could be recommended?
Thanks in advance for your help

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  New Member

Posted by: cm1009
10-06-2023, 10:33 AM
Forum: Howdy and Welcome to Newell Gurus
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Life is too short, enjoy every minute, right? After years of building business, we are ready to travel! And what better way than in a luxury coach!

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Smile Looking for thoughts on a Newell purchase

Posted by: cm1009
10-06-2023, 10:22 AM
Forum: Howdy and Welcome to Newell Gurus
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Would it be wiser to purchase a 2012-2015 Newell Coach, or a newer 2022 Foretravel? I’m not familiar with maintenance issues that can arise with an older (2012-15) Newell.  Any help would be much appreciated! Thanks!

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  2013 Chevy Avalanche Toad for sale

Posted by: Land Yacht
10-05-2023, 06:52 PM
Forum: Coaches for Sale (Please read the info in the Category description)
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UPDATED POST with Video, Pictures, and new price.

Amazing Toad For Sale - 2013 Chevrolet Black Diamond Series Avalanche

What makes this vehicle so excellent for a toad is…
1. No steering lock, keys in pocket, doors locked
2. Turn knob for 4-wheel drive transfer case to neutral
3. No battery drain, pulled 3 consecutive days truck started easily
4. Air Force One braking system installed. Connect air line between coach and truck
5. Lights - connect cable between coach and truck
6. Baseplate behind bumper, no cutting was required
7. Full Blue Ox tow bar included.
8. Avalanche has covered truck bed for additional storage, roof rack for kayaks

Truck has around 130,000 miles. Exterior good condition, paint chips on front bumper from towing. Interior excellent. New Michelin tires. Drives like new, everything works, loaded. We towed for 3 years, but have downsized to Class B+, and need to downsize tow. Might consider trades. We are currently traveling till around Nov 7, and have not advertised elsewhere but thought I would put out here to see if any interest. Truck is located 20 miles south of Newell in Miami Oklahoma. $21,500 or best offer.

UPDATE:
YouTube Video showing Interior, Exterior, and Towing Process.
https://studio.youtube.com/video/BjvetJym8RM/edit

YouTube Video showing Blue Ox towing attachments.
https://studio.youtube.com/video/T9HC0YSpRms/edit

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  Battery tray won’t come out

Posted by: pamcameron44
10-05-2023, 01:17 PM
Forum: Help, I need help ASAP
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We had new battery trays built 2 years ago, and have had no issues with them at all….once unlocked in front, they have just nicely pulled out. Today…not so.  The right side of each tray seems to try to move, the left side won’t budge.  Any ideas?  My husband was just about to re-fill with distilled water, can’t do so without the trays coming out!  HELP?  We have tried rust melt to see if that’s an issues, still nothing ….  Appreciate any ideas!

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  No more stinky slinky

Posted by: Jack Houpe
10-04-2023, 07:26 AM
Forum: Plumbing and fixtures
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We changed out our toilet to a macerator toilet last winter and love it no more air leaks or stuck valves so since all the waste is macerated might as well pump it though a 1" flat hose, flush it with fresh water and stow the 1" line and quick connect in the bay with the jacks and cribbing.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C716...=UTF8&th=1

I took off the old air operated 3" valve and put a 12V macerator pump in its place to move the black water through the flat line with quick connects, also while I had the panel off I repaired the tank level board and got the gauges to work. Corrosion had eaten the printed circuits off the board so I soldered small wires to make the connection, would have been easier to buy a new board but I like the challenge and doubt they make them anymore.

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