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  1. deaton

    No power L2

    Had a similar situation at a park last weekend. No power on L2 and ok on L1. Progressive EMS showed both legs good. switched to generator an had power on both legs. When generator was off, inverter was drawing down batteries but would not go into charge mode. called Magnum tech support...
  2. deaton

    Much better day at the office!

    The complexity of Silverleaf and it’s overall interface with the coach is the main reason we opted to buy another Dutch Star this year rather than move up to a 40’ MA.
  3. deaton

    Central Vac - Have one? Use it?

    Ok, so we picked up the new coach in March and today I finally got around to trying out the central vac. We had this feature in our previous two coaches and I hardly ever used it because I found dragging the hose around to be a hassle. But I discovered today that this new one has an on/off...
  4. deaton

    Question What office stuff do you keep in your RV?

    I travel with my Dell Technical Work Station notebook (gift from my employer at retirement last January), an HP 400 Laserjet (not color, my color one is too big for the coach), and a ScanSnap digital scanner. This all goes into the computer workstation desk next to the dinette. The DW doesn’t...
  5. deaton

    Newmar 2021 Dutch Star

    The Xite system is an “option in” item. Yep, if you have one, it’s a self inflicted wound. And it’s not cheap at $2,415 MSRP. You can get a better unit in several other brands for a lot less dough. And the newer DS coaches with the dash-top hatch makes it easy to swap out the unit. All...
  7. deaton

    Question What is your prediction about the rest of 2020?

    As we come out of this mess, there might be a reluctance by folks to travel in planes and stay in hotels. That said, does anyone think that might lead to more demand for RV’s to avoid public transit? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  8. deaton

    Question What is your prediction about the rest of 2020?

    I thought you were in a buying shut-down. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  9. deaton

    Recall NHTSA Recall ID Number : 20V171

    Refers to a “DTNA chassis”. What does that mean? Never mind. Figured it out. Daimler Trucks of North America, aka Freightliner. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  10. deaton

    2021 Newmar Predictions

    @Neal So your 2027 Essex is still a possibility, but looks like it may ride on a Spartan.
  11. deaton

    Question Newmar high line only on Spartan, why?

    FWIW, this $4,620 is exactly the same as the upcharge for the DSDP 4081 in 2020. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  13. deaton

    Question Newmar high line only on Spartan, why?

    From an engineering and production planning point of view, it is far cheaper and easier to have one option. Its easier to provide support after the sale as well. For many years, Spartan had the whole line. It was 2011 when FL came on the scene and took the Ventana and Dutch Star business and...
  14. deaton

    Table between recliners

    Pictures? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  15. deaton

    New Coach Pics

    I’m also 6’4” and my goto sink in the 4018 was also the kitchen. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  16. deaton

    Question Mountain Aire Cummins ISX?

    The same block that is now the X-15 605 was previously the 650. I think Cummins “fix” for the piston issue was to down-rate the engine. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  17. deaton

    San Antonio or Austin?

    There are several nice parks in the Texas Hill Country. We like Buckhorn RV Resort near Kerrville (Mooney factory, James Avery HQ), Fredericksburg RV in Fredericksburg (Texas Wine Trail and Museum of the Pacific War), and Sky Ranch in Bandera (Cowboy Capitol). If you are in Bandera on Wednesday...
  19. deaton

    Question Mountain Aire Cummins ISX?

    When I was attending Spartan Academy, the question was asked about the possibility of seeing an X-15 in a 40 or 43 foot coach. The answer was “no, it wouldn’t fit”. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  20. deaton

    New Coach Pics

    @FLSteve The only serious difference between the 4018 and 4081 floor plans is in the two baths. In the case of the half bath, squaring the toilet against the side wall makes it more accessible and frees up space. The sink is small and they will not allow you to change it out, but I have found...
  21. deaton

    Summary of Differences - 2017 DS 4018 versus 2020 DS 4081

    Yep, that wood-look tile seems to be very popular. I trust your FPU went well. We had some issues with our Delivery. NIRVC did a great job, but the coach had to make two stops at Cummins before delivery and the windshield had to be replaced. We’re just glad our dealer caught all the issues so...
  22. deaton

    Outdoor lock on egress door and exterior system to open driver's side window

    Since 2017, we have had the Newmar escape door on most of the DP units. And I’ve seen several posts about folks getting locked out of their coach for a variety of reasons including failed locks. One solution that has been put forth is to wire up a switch for the drivers side electric window so...
  23. deaton

    Summary of Differences - 2017 DS 4018 versus 2020 DS 4081

    Recently we sold our 2017 DS 4018 and ordered a new 2020 DS 4081. Many of our friends have asked us why we would sell a relatively new coach just to buy another of the same type. To address this question, I compiled a list of, initially, about 50 items that were new or improved on the 2020...
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