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Old 10-01-2012, 05:36 AM   #21
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481 1/10/2002 8:46:58 PM 1/12/2002 Patricia Barrett Fishergrl2@aol.com 1978 Newell purchase I am considering purchase of a 78 Newell. The price seems right at 44,000. Interior is very appealing for my needs. Is this a good price? As aged as it is, am I to be expecting great deals of upgrading? I have yet to get many details, very fresh into the deal. I would greatly appreciate input.T5 Cummins, power steering , 5 speed Allison auto, are these good? Sure sounds appealing!
Any advice, please call, all info welcome 847-587-4545, ask for Patti I love the thought of becoming part of this Newell FAMILY
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482 1/15/2002 7:36:41 PM 1/18/2002 Ann Haynes jdh1214@msn.com Replacing curtains Does anyone know how or where I can get new curtains for a 1970 Newell Coach?? We just bought it and I really don't like the print and the previous owners smoked so I would like to replace them.
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483 1/17/2002 7:57:30 PM 1/18/2002 BUZZ WAID EWAID@AOL.COM graphics I AM PREPARING TO RE PAINT MY 91 COACH WITH AN ALL AMERICAN DESIGN RED WHITE AND BLUE . I NEED A GRAPHICS DESIGNER TO HELP ME WITH THIS PROJECT . CAN SOMEONE POINT ME IN THE CORECT DIRECTION. THANKS BUZZ WAID "GOD BLESS AMERICA"
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484 1/18/2002 7:40:55 AM 1/18/2002 TechTalk Staff TechTalk@newellcoach.com Replacing curtains There are no "standard" drapes for Newells. All of the drapery was made to the particular windows and floorplan of each coach, and in the material selected by the customer. To replace drapes, the coach can be brought to the factory or, if this is not convenient, customer drapes can be obtained from any source who fabricates custom drapes for homes.
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485 1/22/2002 12:25:25 AM 1/27/2002 DENNIS HOGGE hogair1@yahoo.com ANTI-LOCK BRAKES? I JUST DID MY 1ST PANIC STOP IN MY 78 NEWELL! DIDN'T WORK. 100 FT. OF FRONT TIRE SKID MARKS. [NO CRASH] CAN I GET AN ANTI-SKID FOR AIR BRAKES?
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486 1/24/2002 6:13:28 PM 1/27/2002 1978 Newell purchase We own a '78, but it has a Detroit engine, so I can't speak to the value of the one you are looking at. I think that the engine made quite a difference in the construction of those models. We bought ours 7 years ago at $67.5K. We have put a lot into it, but we remain happy with our investment. It is comfortable, and is built solidly enough that you can remodel and upgrade without throwing your money down the drain.
I would definitely have the major items, such as the engine and transmission checked out. Take a look too at the amount of rust in the underneath compartments and under the coach. Our coaches sometimes have a problem with the aluminum skin reacting to the steel frame below floor level and at front and back. You end up with rusted steel frame or pitting and holes in the skin. If you find any of that, it's probably worth having a truck or bus body shop check it out. The Newell factory will eventually fix ours when we are ready.
It is probably best to try hard to be objective in adding up how much will have to be replaced in the first couple of years, but it is best to do so. That way you are going into it with your eyes open.
For all of that caution, we are very happy with our coach. When we take it to the factory, we hear a lot from the older guys about how well they built them in those days, just as they do today.
Bottom line, once you have a sense for costs to get it the way you want it, and you have heard about the pluses and minuses of that engine (call Newell at 1-888-3Newell), you will probably be able to make a good decision. I think you will find the factory service guys willing to give you a good assessment.
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487 1/27/2002 8:55:31 AM 1/27/2002 Dick Quirk quirkrjiii@cs.com Cruise Control for a 78 The cruise control for my '78 (38.5ft, 6V92TA) has never worked since we bought the coach in '95. Anyone know how we can get it repaired?
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488 1/27/2002 9:06:18 AM 1/27/2002 Dick Quirk quirkrjiii@cs.com '78 Newell Fuel Tank Leaking My fuel tank has begun seeping diesel, apparently at the weld seams holding the mounting plates on the tank itself. Those mounting plates are L shaped, and flare out, providing a hole for bolting the tank to the frame of the coach. There is also considerable rust on the bottom of the tank, so I am assuming the tank needs replacement. We live in the DC area. The seep is probably less than a cup over a month long period as the Coach sits still. Don't know what we are losing while traveling. Recommendations for repair or replacement?
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490 1/30/2002 1:48:22 PM 2/2/2002 Vick Nelson VICKNELSON@AOL.COM graphics BUZZ, I JUST HAD MY 90 MODEL REPAINTED BY COLE ENTERPRISES IN DALLAS. PAUL DAVIS AT MR OLIVERS IN PRINCETON TX TOOK CARE OF THE DETAILS. WE REPLACED THE FRONT MOULDING TO LOOK LIKE THE 2000 MODEL. COLE SENT ME COMPUTERIZED DRAWINGS BEFORE WE GOT STARTED. THEY DID A FANTASTIC JOB. WE JUST WENT TO NEW BRAUNFELS TX AND THE PEOPLE NEXT TO US AT THE RV PARK THOUGHT OUR COACH WAS NEW. IT LOOKS THAT GOOD. CALL PAUL DAVIS AT MR OLIVERS HIS NUMBER IS 972-562-8008.
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491 2/2/2002 11:58:51 AM 2/2/2002 TechTalk Staff TechTalk@newellcoach.com '78 Newell Fuel Tank Leaking A good sheet metal shop should be able to remove and inspect the tank. If the rust is just on the surface, it may be possible to repair simply by rewelding the seams. Otherwise, you may need to have the shop fabricate a new tank.
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492 2/2/2002 12:02:10 PM 2/2/2002 TechTalk Staff TechTalk@newellcoach.com Cruise Control for a 78 Newell stocks replacement cruise control assemblies for coaches of this vintage that can be used if parts are no longer available for the original equipment model installed on your coach. Contact the Newell Service Department at 1-888-963-9355, ext. 237.
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493 2/3/2002 5:11:26 PM 2/3/2002 Rich Farr toptin@aol.com 1979 Newell We need replacements for orig equip electric heaters. Also a troubleshooting schematic for the air leveling system.
Any 1979 Newell experts out there? Thanks in advance.
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494 2/3/2002 5:35:14 PM 2/3/2002 TechTalk Staff TechTalk@newellcoach.com 1979 Newell For information on electric heaters, go on the board back to the thread starting 1/7/01. A
495 2/3/2002 5:44:40 PM 2/4/2002 Rich Farr toptin@aol.com Oil grades We have a 1979 Newell with 6V92DD (non-turbo) with 105K miles. Althought the engine is superb - the oil pressure has always been lower than I would like to see - approx 15 @ idle and 35 at cruise. We use Mobil 40 Wt - 2 Questions -
Would the Del Vac 1 Multivis cause the oil pressure to drop any lower? And, is there anyway to improve the oil pressure?
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496 2/3/2002 8:10:26 PM 2/4/2002 Rudy Briner rbriner@aol.com 8v92 Look in the "Big Truck Trader" you can pick up at local truck stop. In the back will be all kinds of accessories like engines in all stages of use. You can also find complete rebuild kits if you are so inclined.
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497 2/3/2002 8:16:57 PM 2/4/2002 Rudy Briner rbriner@aol.com 1973 Newell Motor Coac h I bought my 1978 with Detroit Diesel over a year ago. I traded up! from a 1997 American Dream. With 5 times the mileage and 5 times the years, it drove better and rattled less. We are all used to frequent repairs, but my friend and road companion in a 2000 HR Endeavor is repairing something all the time the same as I.
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498 2/3/2002 8:18:53 PM 2/4/2002 Rudy Briner rbriner@aol.com My 1970 Newell Motor Choach Call the factory with the serial # and there is probably comeone there who can remember your coach.
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499 2/4/2002 8:51:30 AM 2/4/2002 TechTalk Staff TechTalk@newellcoach.com Oil grades If you prefer a synthetic lube oil, Detroit Diesel recommends a Mobil straight 40 weight synthetic marketed by Mobil under the Mobilguard SHC 1 brand name. We stock it in bulk for use in our service department, but it is also available in gallon containers from Mobil. The same product can be purchased from Detroit Diesel distributors under their own brand name.
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500 2/4/2002 6:28:59 PM 2/9/2002 Rich Farr toptin@aol.com 1978 Newell purchase Dear Pat,
We have recently purchased a 79 Newell 38 1/2 with a Detroit 6V92 (non turbo) and Allison 5 speed. We paid top dollar but it is in exceptional condition. Even so, it surprising what all is needed, just to get it baselined before we venture too far from home. We had previously looked at a 73 with a Cummins 555. Also a 82 with a Cummins 903. After talking to Cummins, we passed on the 555 because they are hard to get parts for. Other owners have also relayed that they are underpowered. The cost of an engine swap is prohibitive - so you want to get one with an engine you can live with. The 903 Cummins has plenty of power and parts are somewhat more available. We went for the 6V92DD. They are more complex and noisy - but seem to be the most popular (from a service standpoint). If in good shape, they will last a long time. Bottom line - we would rather have an older Newell - than a much newer fiberglass coach. They have the potential of being a 'classic' - sort of like a '57 Chevy. They always draw a crowd. Success on your efforts.
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501 2/5/2002 8:30:53 PM 2/9/2002 Jim Weckman jweckman@hutchtel.net Cruise Control for a 78 You can also try King Controls 5100 West 36th Street St. Louis Park, Mn. 55416 {952} 922-6889.
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502 2/9/2002 8:02:50 AM 2/10/2002 DENNIS HOGGE hogair1@yahoo.com '78 Newell Fuel Tank Leaking HELLO, YOU CAN ALSO USE A SLOSHING TANK SEALER. I USE IT ON AIRCRAFT, CALL AIRCRAFT SPRUCE 1 877 477 7823. YOU DO HAVE TO TAKE THE TANK OUT.
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