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We are bringing our coach to the Newell factory on Sept 2nd to have some work done and want to know what there is to see and do in the area and also if anyone else is going to be there at that time. We are driving from western NC and plan on taking a few days to get there and open for where to go after we leave, thinking of heading out west.

Dario and Andrea Perini
#581 2001 45'8" double slide
2019 Dodge Limited 1500

I guess this is as good a place to post this as any I can find, so here goes...

As we have shared we are in the "research" phase of our purchase and will be doing so within the next 18 months. We've seen coaches advertised in multiple locations, several websites, privately, etc. Once we narrow the search to a couple that would fit the bill and it comes down to finances, what is the accepted protocol in making an offer? What is a generally accepted or anticipated number for an offer...example being if I find the right coach listed at $300k...would an offer of $275k be reasonable? I certainly don't want to offend someone, just wondering how I should approach this. Having purchased several new vehicles over the years, I have a good feel for what is reasonable and what isn't in that arena, but this will be our first purchase like this. 

Gary

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAfcdqi...3Pv_AGIjZQ

Here's a youtube channel you all might enjoy. !!!!

I have a 1997 #443.  Currently we have all 3 breakers turned off for the air conditioning system repairs.  Just noticed the bathroom vanity lights over the mirrows will not turn on using the reastat control, nor will the lights over the sinks that use a on off rocker switch.  All other lights in the bedroom and shower area work.  The 20 amp fuse labeled shower and bath is good as those lights work.  Not able to turn on the breakers at this time, but don't think that should matter as they are labeled for the 3 air conditioners in the bays.

Any ideas??

Interesting time lapse.

https://youtu.be/XO8eHnq7a4g

Nice clear fixed glass window for sale.

350.00

Gurus,

Many of us have mid 90s to early 2000 coaches that have a matrix of 6 rectangular lights tail lights on each side.  Although incandescent versions of the lights are still available…they are not very bright.   LED versions of these lights were available for a long time on ebay…but that is no longer the case.

To solve the problem,  another guru @"dannymarilyn" Danny fabbed up some plates that would allow the use of truck LEDs within the existing bezel. Here is his post.

I decided that I wanted to make an entirely new bezel.   My design goals were to keep the “Newell” look while being a bit more modern.   I wanted to make sure that folks can see my turn signals and I wanted do something so that I can see to back up at night.

I ordered samples from all the truck light vendors as well as a few from firetruck and ambulance vendors.   In the end, I decided that Bargman had the best price / performance.

   

Since the bezel was the same size as the original but the lights were slightly smaller so it gave me an idea.   What if I use the perimeter lights from the 2020 Newell coaches as a backup light?   Well that is exactly what I did.  The trapezoid Whelen Perimeter Light in the pictures below are used on brand new Newells.   They are frightfully expensive…but also terribly cool.

   

Here is the final design for the bezel.  (Of course you can put the yellow and red bulbs where you prefer).

   

So how did I get the bezels made?   I created an Adobe Illustrator file and sent to a place in Reno, Nevada (SendCutSend.com) for laser cutting.   They can supply a variety materials but I choose .125" aluminum.   They cost about $50 per side. 

Richard volunteered to be a guinea pig for the first set.  He painted his to match his coach.   They look great!
   

I elected to get mine powder coated in black to match my coach.
   

Both turned out really well.
Let me know, and I will send you the AI file.   Feel free to modify it to suit your own preferences.

All in all this was a fun project.  Not a cheap one (especially with the backup lights)…but I think it is a good investment for safety.  Richard tells me that folks seem to be much more quick about getting out of his way when he changes lanes.

can anyone tell me what the dia. of the housing is?

I'm working on a project and need this for mock up.


Thanks

Hello, Newbie here obviously LOL

I have been looking to get another Coach, I first started out looking at 2005 to 2008 Prevost either Liberty or Marathon. I then happen to watch several Newell YouTube videos that got me hooked on the look. Newells are amazing coaches the more I learn about them.  looking to get a Newell now and travel and just enjoy life. I would love any feed back in relation to options of Different years i.e. Detroit 60 or cummins and mid entry or front entry. I know everyone here loves their particular coach, just curious what made you pick yours. Thank you to all that respond and looking forward to getting back into the Lifestyle with a Newell now. 

steel

Hey everyone. As my better half Kimberly has said here, we are brand new to the RVing life and the brand new owner of #637. We endured a tropical storm type rain last night and our Newell and our 2 boxer dogs did great. however we did have a couple small leaks. One coming in from the top of the 2nd window back on driver side next to the booth area. There’s a awning that is practically new And fully operational However this rain was coming in horizontally. The second leak was coming from the ceiling in the cupboard next to the kitchen gallery which I think is coming from the fantastic fan. 
My initial question before I go up to inspect it today is is there a preferred product for sealing the roof and is there a preferred product for ceiling around windows? My second question, again before going up to visually inspect The roof and fantastic fan is there a way to make the fantastic fan lids more waterproof in situations like this? I appreciate any input from the group.

Brian