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Old 05-03-2010, 11:07 PM   #1
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Connie and I are about to start this summer trip. Soon we should be heading west (to Reno) then further west and north. We just need to dodge all the oil spills, earthquakes, floods, volcanos, fires and illegals on the way. We hope to cross paths with many other Newells.
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Old 05-03-2010, 11:20 PM   #2
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Matt and Connie,

I don't know you, but I can still wish you a safe trip and hope you keep us updated through the newellclassic site as your trip progresses. Have a wonderful time. It's a great country. Russ
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Old 05-04-2010, 12:34 AM   #3
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hi matt,

stop by mesa and see us? it isnt too hot yet.

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Old 05-04-2010, 12:51 AM   #4
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at least Arizona is Sand, hopefully Connie isn't collecting that now.
see you in Indio?
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Old 05-04-2010, 01:36 PM   #5
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Matt and Connie....looking forward to following your new adventures!
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Old 05-05-2010, 12:17 AM   #6
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You are welcome in Fort Worth
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Old 05-05-2010, 02:21 AM   #7
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Hey Matt,

Is the coach still in Reno?

I've heard that Northern California, Oregon, and Washington state is beautiful. I always wanted to see the Oregon coast.

Maybe next year!

Have a blast and don't worry about hurricanes, earthquakes, fires, oil spills, and anything else.

Keep us updated.
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Old 05-08-2010, 01:40 AM   #8
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Thanks to all! We hope to leave next Sunday or Monday if all goes well.
We should be in the Reno area for about a week then head out.
Happy Trails to Everyone!!!
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Old 05-08-2010, 03:40 AM   #9
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Enjoy your trip! Cindy and I are heading to north Alabama next week to her niece's college grad. and then spending a week at Desoto State Park. We'll take another couple week trip later this summer, can't go longer just yet. Need to get her to quit work first! Hey, why aren't you following Tuga to Alaska? We may go next year or the following. Enjoy.
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Old 05-09-2010, 03:01 AM   #10
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Matt i will let you know where we are maybe hookup somewhere
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Old 05-10-2010, 08:48 PM   #12
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Just got back from Yuma. When we left the Cabin it was 45 degrees and 95-98 degrees in Yuma! We just got home and it is about 47 degrees up here, what a difference. I do not want to see the Desert again until October.
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Old 06-24-2010, 03:14 AM   #13
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Default End of another great trip

Today we returned to Reno and the end of another short 1600 mile trip. But it sure was fun, exciting, and most important safe....
to return again in a few short weeks,

Thank you NEWELL
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Old 06-07-2010, 02:11 AM   #14
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howdy all,havn't posted for some time, to busy learning,fixing and enjoying our new coach. We have ended up in Ruidoso NM for the next few months then on to the factory for somework. The problems we have had relate to poor maintainence from the last owner, example, 120v compressor was making lots of noise, vibrating the coach, I found all four nuts mikssing on the hold down legs,you need fingers like ET to replace them but it can be done, could go on for an hour but won't. It's to early to compare Newell to our ex bluebird, I'll keep posting on this as time goes on, I do find many of the systems are very much alike, Newell does ride better, Bluebird was a school bus not a road bus.
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Old 06-07-2010, 04:38 AM   #15
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Thanks for the post Lee. Since several of us looked at Bluebirds prior to purchasing Newells, we are interested in your comparisons. I have several friends with Birds and they are nice coaches. You are correct in that many of the systems are very similar within the same general time frame.

Glad you got the compressor legs strapped back down. Vibrations can be frustrating for most folks and Newell owners are more finicky than most folks.

Steve, glad you are back in cooler weather. As Clarke and Elaine can attest, it is warm already in Austin, especially here by the lake. It was in the 90's today (both temperature and humidity). Just remember that Yuma is dry heat so it doesn't bother you (yeah, right).
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Old 06-10-2010, 04:10 AM   #16
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Matt

We have spent time in Chanler Az with my sister after the Nascar race, then to Sedona, on to Las Vegas for a wedding, man was it hot. After we talked we will meet up with you guys in the next week, need to take the bulldog back to the house. Will leave the Newell in Wa. leave for Alaska the 27th, then will catch up again.
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We have spent time in Chanler Az with my sister after the Nascar race, then to Sedona, on to Las Vegas for a wedding, man was it hot. After we talked we will meet up with you guys in the next week, need to take the bulldog back to the house. Will leave the Newell in Wa. leave for Alaska the 27th, then will catch up again.
Another story! You offered to rent us your spot in Indio which you never owned.....When we took you up on the offer... You said you sold it that week. Can It BE?
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Here we go again,,,, This was suggested, but not taken to seriously, BurningMan event in Reno,,,,, anyone ever attempted this in a coach? Dusty, Dusty, Windy, Hot, and did I say Dusty?
Kinda a bucket list thing maybe?
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I feel for both of you. I just am not ready for the heat of the desert.
Funny story .. I went to work the next day after returning from Yuma, my windshield was dirty so I hit the washer....it froze! I had to pull over and wait for the defroster to work. I still choose this over that heat, dry or not. (it is 45 right now ha-ha)
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Me too, Steve.....I prefer cold to heat.
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