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So,

  After a massive hunt and shipping nightmares to get the correct airbags out to the coach and finding someone to replace the two front ones. I am now informed that #423 does NOT have the DANA IFS, but rather the older solid front axle with disc brakes AND ABS. So I have the wrong airbags to replace and I need 4 instead of 2. Ain't THAT a kick in the pants. Every source I had, including Newell, shows it as having IFS! Live and learn.

So the new question is what do I have and what the replacement part numbers are for each axle.

I BELIEVE I have Firestone W01-358-9447 (Goodyear 1R11-066) for the STEER Axle

I Think I have the same on the DRIVE axle

No Idea what is on the TAG

I will be able to do this kind of thing much easier when i am physically at the Coach, but working remotely it's a real P.I.T.A.

If you have any info, I would be appreciative!

I have recently bought a 2009 Newell and have been getting work done on it at Newell HQ.  I have been using all 4 air conditioners which have been working even in the triple digits temp currently.  All at once, I noticed that the air 3 and 4 in the bedroom were still blowing but not cold anymore.

So I have checked the breakers and they are on and I cycled them and no change.  They still blow are but not very cold at all.  I have tried the generator to see if there was a power issue and there was no change.  I have disconnected and reconnected power and cycled all of the air multiple times to see if there was any change and nothing.

I am wondering what it could be since it was not just 1 unit losing cooling but 2 at the same time.  Is there some other breaker or fuse that might cause the compressors to not kick on but the blower motor would still continue?

Thanks if you can help.

2009 Newell P2000i

So when I purchased the Newell the seller had a bag in the engine compartment with some septic hoses and attachments inside.  The bag was somewhat like a tarp material.  I drove it home about 1000 miles with it.  I kind thought it was not the best idea but trusted him and his judgement.  Well, I left out a month ago for an adventure.  I made it 10 miles and the engine lights came on and I looked and the temps were climbing.  It shut itself off like it was supposed to do.  I was lucky enough to have a small area off the interstate to pull off.  I didn't have to use the "override' function.  I went to investigate and found the bad got caught in the engine cooling fan!!  It took out 3-4 blades and luckily did no damage to the radiator.  Hindsight, it was a bad idea to keep anything, much less anything not secure back there.  Not blaming the previous owner, he must have driven smoother than I and had no problems.  I must have hit the right bump and did the Dukes of Hazzard routine...without the cool horn.

The next part of the story...trying to figure out the replacement cooling fan.  These are not a "general" item.  I called Newell and they referred us to their engine supplier.  He said they just install what Newell sends them and he would try to find out.  He was a nice guy but we never heard from him again.  We called several 18 wheeler places, Napa, etc.  We had friend that brought one.  We installed it and I cranked and my friend said it looked good.  It had a little smaller diameter and 7 blades instead of 9.  We continued our trip and were driving at night.  The temps were a little higher than before but we were in Texas.  Once I made it to the destination, I continued the process of trying to find the exact replacement.  I contacted the Detroit Diesel approved shop that overhauled the engine a few years back. They sold off their service part of the business but thought they may have some paper records.  I emailed him the info and he was to get back a few days latter.  Never heard from him either.  I called many different places and finally came across 4 State Trucks.  Their service and price was excellent.  I ordered a new one based on dimensions and measurements, etc.  It arrived and I installed it (after removing the air filter, oil servicing remote handle, upper shroud, etc).  I then asked someone else to start it for me.  Then I realized it was turning in the wrong direction.  SO, I removed it and was able to return it.  Then I realized the 8V92 takes a counter-clockwise fan.  This is not easy to find.  I contacted Morgan at Newell again he he wasnt sure and sent a picture of one that looked close.  I traveled in person to a few 18 wheeler stores and finally the 4 State Truck Store customer support recommended www.kit-masters.com.  They are not cheap but they are good with their customer service.  There are some specific and exact measurements that need to be taken (like 2 versus 2.05 inch pilot hole).  I  just installed another one last night, it is missing a 7/8 inch spacer/block.  It has been an interesting time searching for a cooling fan.  While it was removed, I did clean the radiator from the inside.  Lesson learned, make sure to use a caliper to check the measurements and maybe even try to get a part number of the existing one (they normally wear off quickly).  When you give kit masters the measurements, they generate the correct part number and when you order, they custom make one for you.

We looked at a Newell yesterday at a used RV Dealer and he told us that Newell's are not good coaches to own for full time RV'ers that want to move around and see America because of the high cost of repairing them, especially the air system that runs so many parts of the coach.  He told us stories of people that he knows that have paid $30,000 to $60,000 on repairs just so they could trade them in, any input would be appreciated.

When is a Newell considered a “classic”?  Model year or age?

We have placed a retainer on a 1999 Newell #521 in Sun Valley, CA, and were looking for someone that could do an inspection on the coach for us.  If there is someone that could help with that or if you know  of someone that might be able to help, please let me know.  Although we have owned Motorhomes for over 35 years, this is our first Newell.

I just finished replacing the front shocks, a couple air bags and brake shoes on the front of my classic. The shocks were still the factory originals, spray foam covered and all, Gabriel S2607B. Gabriel lists 85702 as a standard replacement. I was looking for something a little better. I believe the Koni replacement should have been 90-2434, but I got conflicting information about that model still being in production. I found Gabriel offered an adjustable gas shock SLX 89412 that seemed to be correct. In comparing the shocks these are the specifications I found.



The Gabriel is adjustable and the rebound is supposed to be the firm setting. I installed them at the extra firm setting. First 400 miles have been great, but those factory originals were pretty tired anyway. They did settle the front down and I think a pair on the back would really help too.

Gurus,

I'm looking for Avery experienced mechanic  for routine maintenance and any issues one may have. I'm in Northern California and would love to see if anyone can make a referral.

Thanks

I wanted to add a sliding tray to one of my storage trays for my new grill. I started looking on line and found out they were pretty expensive,  so I decided to make my own. I bought a set of 36" Austin Hardware (500 lb) drawer slides on facebook market place for 50.00 awesome price) and enlisted the help of a friend. 
We started pulling together some scrap steel he had laying around. We started off with some 3" x 1/4' angle iron, which was probably overkill but it is what was available and free. We welded some cross members to make sure we stayed square and welded the drawer slides to the angle iron. We then welded up a base frame using 1 1/4" x 1/8" angle iron (44" to tal length), so it actually hangs over the back side of the drawer sides but it will give me more room to get things closer when the slide is pulled all the way out. taped off the slides and painted all the metal and then added a 3/4" sheet of plywood, (which I had already carpeted) to the base frame. Lastly I added some saddles to keep the grill from sliding around . I have included pictures of most of the steps. It works great and looks pretty good too.
                                                   

Anyone have a Xantrex Link 2000 remote panel? I have the basic one installed in the coach at the moment and would like to be able to get a bit more detail than what it offers and still fit in the same cutout as the Basic one.

Also, I have no idea what the difference between the 2000 and 2000R is.

I will be replacing the entire system with a pure sine wave version when I do my solar install, but until then...

Anyone?

Thank you!