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95 10/16/2000 2:39:29 PM 10/17/2000 Greg Allworth PHlhansen@sierra.net Brakes I have A 1969 newell coach, what type of brakes are on this years model? Is there a master cylinder? where do you put the brake fluid!! Help!!

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96 10/16/2000 5:03:30 PM 10/17/2000 Brian Hunter airgoat@mindspring.com Generator door problem I am having a problem getting my generator door to function. I replaced the air operator valve and it did not solve the problem. I checked air pressure and it's good,120 psi. I called the factory and they told me it could be the telescoping exhaust, hangs up sometimes from lack of use. If it was an air leak in the rams you could probably hear leaking air and there is none so I do not think that is the problem. Any other information would be appreaciated. Brian Hunter Thanks

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97 10/17/2000 10:01:30 AM 10/18/2000 Bill Bouchor wdb@open.org battery merge Our 1983 has the standard coach/starting battery switch, meter, and a three way switch (center off, up merge, down merge). When I move the merge switch from the up to the up or down position (in either coach or starting mode) I get a different meter reading. Any ideas out there why this happens? Is it the merge switch or solenoid or, ?

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98 10/17/2000 3:51:40 PM 10/18/2000 Jody Larriviere Jody@louisianafoods.com Sanitron We experienced similar problems with our 1983 coach.
Our problem was complicated by the fact that the coroded
Sanitron electrodes(which are no longer available from Sanitron)
were leaking from the holding tank. We used 2 1/4inch boat
transom plugs with the brass folding tabs that fold over 90
degrees. We abandonded the Sanitron system, pluged the electrode
holes, and everything is working just fine. This eleminiated
having to remove the holding tank & custom manufacture a
replacement.

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99 10/18/2000 11:58:07 AM 10/18/2000 Gary Reddick greddick@orcasonline.com Chrome Illusion Paint The Chrome Illusion Paint Graphics on the front panel of my coach (#547) is in need of refinishing. Does this paint require a special application process or can any good paint shop do the work? Can you furnish the name of the paint supplier and the color codes to allow me to purcase the paint. I know the paint is not cheap! Any direction you can give regarding the application process will be appreciated.

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100 10/18/2000 12:05:19 PM 10/18/2000 Newell Engineering engineering@newellcoach.com battery merge Unless the batteries are merged, you will get different readings on the engine and house batteries. They are independent, see different loads and have different charge sources. If the merge solenoid is working, the voltages should equalize a short period after merging. If the voltage doesn't equalize, it is a good indication that the merge solenoid has failed. Because these solenoids are mechanical, have a finite life, and are not expensive, we recommend they be changed annually rather than waiting for a failure that might be inconvenient. Later model coaches also have an Echo Charger, a small Heart Interface device wired between the engine and coach batteries, that trickle charges the engine batteries from the house batteries anytime it sees more than a small voltage differential between the two. This is a passive device. It relieves the need to merge the batteries to keep the engine battery charged while the coach is in storage. They can be easily retrofitted and are nominal in cost. You can buy them from Newell parts.

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103 10/18/2000 7:03:51 PM 10/19/2000 otto Burleson otto@spinn.net Generator door problem Hi Brian -- Please check the air pressure on the "supply Side" You may have 120 on Brake side and o on supply side-
This is the gauge on the right side on the panel. Also, with 0 air pressure on the supply side, you can operate the slide door manually. Try bringing up the air pressure on the supply side--- you do not need 120 to make this work.
cordially otto burleson albuquerque nm

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104 10/18/2000 9:58:27 PM 10/19/2000 Dan Solberg ddandman@aol.com What is a 1982 40' coach worth? I am considering purchasing a 1982 40" Newell Coach.
Some specs: 903 Cummins, Turbocharger, Jacobs Brake, 206 gal main fuel, 56 gal Aux fuel, 3 roof air cond., Gas/Elec. refrig, 100 lb. pullout freezer, Zip Dee awnings, Interior redone by Newell 7 years ago, Rear camera, Microwave, Toaster, Ice maker, safe, etc. Good Michelin tires. 90,000 miles. Good condition. Needs some interior updating. Can anyone tell me what it may be worth? Also, are there any characteristics about this model I would like or dislike? Do they start in the winter? How long will they last? Will I have a problem with corrosion of the body? How cold can it be before the water lines freeze with basement heat? Can I get parts? Can I get updates from Newell for the interior? If anyone owns this model or knows about it, I would really appreciate some feedback. Thank you!!!

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105 10/20/2000 7:03:32 AM 10/20/2000 Dave Jordan djordan@lk-oilfield.com Air Bags for 1976 Coach I would like to know if air bags can be installed on a 1976 model to improve the ride. Would it be a expensive major undertaking, or would it not be worth it on a coach this old? The coach was recently had the interior redone, the diesel rebuilt and a new Isuzu generator installed. I am trying to decide if I would be better off to purchase this coach or look for a newer model.

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106 10/20/2000 8:49:25 AM 10/20/2000 Newell Coach sales@newellcoach.com Air Bags for 1976 Coach You should understand some of the challenges. 1) The suspension under a 1976 is totally different than the air bag equipped coaches. Therefore, you would have to modify to chassis to accept a new suspension. This would require largely unpredictable, but certainly significant amount of labor by a skilled fabricator. 2) A complete air bag suspension would be costly, certainly in excess of $10,000 front and rear. 3) Some of the parts have been out of production for several years, so availability may be an issue. 4) When you were successfully finished, from a resale standpoint, you'd still have a 1976. A nice 1976, but a 1976 nevertheless. That having been said, some people do these kind of projects for the fun of it. But it would not be inexpensive, and the investment would not increase the value of the coach nearly as much as it would cost.

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107 10/25/2000 7:18:50 PM 10/25/2000 Perry Burney easycarela@aol.com What is a 1982 40' coach worth? I have an 84 40ft. for sale at $97,500. Updated in 96.

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108 10/27/2000 9:27:59 AM 10/27/2000 Newell Service service@newellcoach.com Chrome Illusion Paint Chrome Illusion paint is a two-stage (base coat, clear coat) product. It is a unique paint in that it reflects as different colors viewed from different angles. While the paint is not difficult to apply, your Newell requires a rather large paint booth. Also, typical of two-stage paints, the paint does not have the chip resistance of Newell's standard clear coated single-stage Imron, so it is not surprising that the Chrome Illusion needs a little touch up on the front after a year or two. Off-line, we understand you you might cover the refinished areas with the 3M clear protective shield product to improve the chip resistance. A good idea.

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111 10/28/2000 9:23:03 PM 10/29/2000 Charlie Kokesh charlie@kokesh.com Satellite Data Connection When I travel, there are two satellite-related options that
would be a great plus:

1. In motion TV reception for the kids, and

2. In motion or stationary internet connection

I know that Hughes Electronics has an offering named
DirecPC or DirecDuo for internet connection.

Are there any competing options?

How do I find out exactly what satellite system was installed
in my coach when it was built?

What would it cost to upgrade to one of the newest in motion
systems?
at the factory?

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112 10/29/2000 10:21:13 AM 10/29/2000 Newell Engineering engineering@newellcoach.com Satellite Data Connection 1. So far, we have not seen anyone offer an in-motion system compatible with DirecPc or DirecDuo. This may be because so far, the data stream for these internet connections is only one way by satellite, download, with the upload via a phone line. We expect to see some interesting developments, but it is hard to predict the time frame.

2. The factory installed stationary systems in 1996 were Moto Sat. An in-motion system requires a complete change over of dish and satellite electronics, and would cost approximately $3500 - $4000.

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117 10/30/2000 10:01:23 AM 10/30/2000 Carolynn Von Harten Greg127@ix.netcom.com 1969Newell coach I have a 1969 Newell that is in very good condition.
Ford chassis with a 460 marine engine, interior and exterior condition very good!! Would like to know the value of this year...any info would be helpful. Thanks.

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118 11/3/2000 7:01:07 AM 11/4/2000 Frank Aragona aragona@123.net Oil grades What oil grades do you recommend for the 8V92's and the Yanmar generators? I live near Detroit and drive down to Florida alot.

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121 11/5/2000 9:07:19 AM 11/5/2000 Charles Cravens craminc@juno.com Hot Water in Shower There is plenty of hot water, yet in the shower the tempature must be turned to the extreme and the flow turned to max to get hot water. This started two days ago. Any suggestions?

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123 11/5/2000 10:26:30 AM 11/5/2000 Newell Service service@newellcoach.com Oil grades We recommend a premium synthetic oil, Mobil Delvac 1, for all Newell Detroit Diesel engines; and Kohler, Martin, Onan and Power Tech generators. (These comments also apply to Detroit Diesel private label versions of Delvac 1). Delvac 1 is a multi-viscosity product. While Detroit Diesel generally recommends against multi-viscosity oils in Series 92 engines, this is based upon certain characteristics (technically known as "shear") of conventional mineral base oils not applicable to Delvac 1. In over ten years of using and recommending Delvac 1, we have seen superlative performance from this lubricating oil. Cold weather starting is much better than with straight grade mineral base oils, evaporative losses, and therefore oil consumption, is less, and Delvac 1 withstands higher temperatures and therefore will do a superior job of protecting the engine in overheating situations. Delvac 1 is the gold standard.

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124 11/6/2000 11:45:28 AM 11/6/2000 Newell Service service@newellcoach.com Hot Water in Shower Since around 1990, Newell has installed thermostatically controlled shower valves in new coaches. These valves maintain the set temperature even with variations in water pressure that occur with RV water pumps. Over time, the "thermoelement cartridge" that controls the temperature can fail and require replacement. When your coach was delivered new, the manual for the shower valve was included in a large loose leaf notebook of various component literature. If you can locate this manual, identify the specific cartridge with its part number in the illustrated parts breakdown. Our parts department can order the required cartridge with this information. If you cannot locate the manual, we may be able to order the correct part if you advise us of the brand of the shower valve. It will be either a Arwa Luwa or a Grohe. If you cannot identify the brand of the shower valve, another option is to have our service techs try to identify the brand of the valve from visual inspection when the coach is here.

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127 11/7/2000 6:46:47 PM 11/9/2000 agkcpa agkcpa@hotmail.com Hughes Autoformer - 50 amp I am thinking of installing an Autoformer in my 1983 Newell.

They have two 50-amp models, a 50-amp 120-volt model and 50-amp 240-volt model.

I believe the way my coach is wired is two legs of 50-amp at 120-volt. Is this correct?

I would like this to be a permanent installation inside the electrical compartment. In what order should things be wired (line from shore power, Autoformer, inverter, electrical panel, etc.)? Which model should I get if I want to have the transformer work for all of the 120-volt circuits? Or do I need two? Is there a better alternative?

Thanks for your help,
Art Knapp