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https://youtu.be/K6XkOiMaOuk?si=irglC_vtPr7lp83U

Wow, just wow. I was so shocked and dismayed at watching a video of an RV inspector who up front said she knew nothing about Newells, continue to make a big deal of two solvable issues. Apparently her client declined to finish the deal based upon her findings. Her ignorance totally killed a deal on what appears to be a solid and well cared for coach. 

First the minor water stain and her assertion there could be rot could be assessed in 10 seconds with a sharp pick just below her area of concern. 

Second the loose aluminum trim piece below the door could be reattached in minutes with 3M VHB tape as it was originally. 

This is sad that this coach was misrepresented by this videographer. 

That said, any person considering the purchase of a Newell should understand there is no perfect coach, and some ongoing maintenance is the cost of ownership. 

Arrrrrgh!

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Hello Newell Gurus!

I am helping a friend sell his 2005 Newell coach - Unit 736 - Located in Plainfield IL

Asking Price: $269,222.00

2005 Newell
Coach # 736
VIN: 1N9458X8551011736
Miles: 148,185
Engine Hours: 3,700
Generator Hours: 7,204

This 2005 Newell Coach is a mid-entry with Quad Slides, Quad Canopies, exceptional craftsmanship, spacious living and refined elegances throughout. From family vacations,  backstage concerts and Nascar pit row, this coach has a fun history.  

The current owner purchased this coach in October 2016 with 99,000 miles.  It is our understanding that he is currently the 3rd owner, the previous owners were a Nascar team driver and then a Nascar team manager.  After buying it in October 2016 he used it to take his family on a few vacations around the US. When not in use, she is secured in a climate controlled facility plugged into shore power.  During his ownership this coach has never been driven in the winter or on salty roads.  They have made the tough decision to sell her because they no longer have time to enjoy her.

All service work and Preventative Maintenance has always been completed by Newell in Miami OK..  It's most recent PM visit was in July 2025 at 147,087 miles (less than 1,000 miles ago). The Newell service department has all service history on this coach with PM's going back from June 2018, June 2021 and then again in July 2025.  Newell also has older service records from previous owners.

Full generator power when not plugged into Shore Power, Quad AC units, spacious living room, bedroom and bathroom, full washer/dryer, Air powered door slides, 1 Fridge, 2 Freezers, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stovetop, Kitchen sink with disposal, Aqua Hot water heater, spacious walk in shower, 4 TV's, Direct TV powered auto adjusting Antenna, 4 Awnings and a ton of under bay storage.  This coach comfortably sleeps 6 adults.

Detroit Series 60 Engine
All tires have been recently replaced.
Steer Tires: Replaced @ Newell 07/25 - DOT 0723
Drive Tires: DOT 0723
Steer Tag Axle Tires: DOT 3723
200 Gallon Diesel Tank

This coach will not last long, it's beautiful and ready for the open road!

Feel free reaching out if there are any questions.

Thank you,
Doug

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Posted by: [email protected]
06-09-2026, 01:41 PM
Forum: Parts info
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So I wanted to share feedback on Super Steer Parts.

I ordered a couple of brackets I needed for my sway bar bushings on the Newell. I ordered 2 brackets and unfortunately they only sent 1.

I called them today and first off a person answered the phone, off to a good start. Next I told the lady on the phone that I was missing a part in my order, gave her my order number. She looked it up and immediately started apologizing that somehow they messed up and looks like they only sent out 1.

She then asks me how urgently I need it and says that she can overnight it if I need it right away as it was their mistake. I told her I was not in a rush and to just send it as they did the other part and that would be fine.

So needless to say they get an "A" grade for customer service in my book and I will continue purchasing products from them.

So for those that do not know, they sell alot of things that we use on Newells: Koni Shocks, tie rod ends, bushings.

Much of what they sell is geared toward regular RV's but we should probably keep them in mind when needing some things that may be harder to get. They have tie rod ends for our independent front suspension on the Newells that otherwise would have to be imported. 

Overall just wanted to let folks know about these guys and that they are doing it right.

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Posted by: lrodrigues
06-05-2026, 06:34 AM
Forum: Suspension/Tires/Wheels
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Hey guys,
Pulled this steering rod off our 2004 #684 — it's the one that links the two steering cranks. I have three photos: one under the coach, one close-up of the stamp, and one on the bench.
Only marking on it is 614610A plus a little chevron stamp. No manufacturer logo anywhere that I can find.

Also worth asking — are the ball joint ends rebuildable, or is it a whole rod replacement job?
I'm over in the UK so happy to sort shipping if anyone's got a lead or a spare gathering dust somewhere.
Cheers Lawrence 

Coach - 684

           

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Posted by: [email protected]
06-05-2026, 05:22 AM
Forum: Exterior
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So I just completed repair on one of my bay doors. I went the Richard inspired route and adhered the door with Thixo. 

Anyway here is an advance sneak peek at the video that will be public on Saturday:

https://youtu.be/iEZWo5i1QOI?si=Ffa6n7uCnKJ4w1fe

Please critique if you will as I have all the bay doors to do and anything I can do to improve the process is welcomed.

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Posted by: chadsuv
06-04-2026, 09:44 AM
Forum: Please introduce yourself
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Hello,

New to the group. I purchased coach #485 last weekend in Dallas Texas and drove her to her new home in Columbus Indiana. 900+ comfortable and uneventful miles. 
We stopped for the night at Newell on along the route home and got a look at some of the newer coaches. 
My dad owned a 1983 Newell 37’ many years ago but this is my first coach. The Newell Gurus site has already been invaluable. 
The previous owner was meticulous and the coach needs nothing. 
Planning to polish the aluminum wheels this weekend. 
Here are some pictures of us parked at Newell on our first night of ownership and another tucked away inside her new home in Indiana.

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Posted by: hypoxia
05-31-2026, 05:32 AM
Forum: General
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Yesterday was noteworthy.  I got on the freeway at 8AM and a few miles down the road I smelled coolant.  The temperature was rapidly rising thru 200°.  By the time I got it stopped on the side of the road it was 215°.  An AquaHot 3/4" X 1/2" plastic hose adapter had broken.  I had a spare & 1 1/2 hours later we were on our way again, topped off with water.  

Was notified the refrigerator lights were off & in fact the inverters were not working.  Rather than troubleshooting that, I started the generator & ran it all day.  I called Jimmy at Newell, duh, turned the inverter control ON.  That cured that, who knows why it turned itself off or why it wasn't part of my thought process.

Went to plug into the 50A campsite power & when I raised the lid a bunch of wasps flew out.  One did a flyby and stung me on the tip of my nose on its way.

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Posted by: Jackflash
05-30-2026, 03:27 PM
Forum: Air Operated Systems and Leaks
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Can anyone tell me what this is? It is located on the driver's side end of an air tank running transverse to the coach between the rear wheels.       It was releasing a large amount of air. iIt stopped when I tapped the rod protruding from the end with a hammer.  Does that reset it or do I need to replace it.

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Posted by: chadsuv
05-30-2026, 02:04 PM
Forum: Other Stuff
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I just purchased a Newell in North Texas. I’ll be passing through Miami, OK and was wondering if a reservation was required for overnight parking at the Newell Factory for tonight. I tried calling but the after hours answering services couldn’t answer my question. If not, are any other campsites nearby recommended?

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