Hi Jonesy! Wecome!
If you take a look around and do a lot of reading you will find there are many answers to your questions. You may find these topics helpful and the discussions interesting-
http://www.newellclassic.com/forum/n...if-so-why.html
http://www.newellclassic.com/forum/o...-business.html
http://www.newellclassic.com/forum/i...nderlodge.html
http://www.newellclassic.com/forum/l...nderlodge.html
http://www.newellclassic.com/forum/g...-same-now.html
http://www.newellclassic.com/forum/n...vs-newell.html
What year coach are you looking into? We own a 79 Newell so we wouldn't be able to help you with questions regarding newer coaches. I know others will be glad to help answer your questions.