Hood Latch, 2021 Baystar

[dJohn]

Hey all, does anyone with a 2021 Baystar have trouble getting the hood to unlatch. To open the hood is a 2 person job, as the latch does open but the hood will not "pop" to the open position and stays in the safety latch position. It is a pain.

 

[Old Bubblehead]

This is a historical issue with BS and CS rigs, our 2019 was hard as well. always felt like cable was one pull away from snapping.

 

[Rich W.]

you can add Ventana to the list. Mine anyway. I did some clearance and adjustments but Im still considering a modified release spring design so it pops out nicely.

 

[SherryB]

My Ventana is also in this group, at least that it will unlatch but won't stay that way once you release the handle... I cut an appropriately length pool noodle, slicing it down one side (as done on pieces for slide out corners) and holding the lever out as far as I can I slide the noodle onto the handle. Holds it out so then I can lift the hood.

 

[dJohn]

This is a historical issue with BS and CS rigs, our 2019 was hard as well. always felt like cable was one pull away from snapping.

Thanks for the reply. I have been in contact with the Newmar Baystar rep, and they do have a repair. He has sent me the fix but I will leave it up to the service guys when I take the MH in in the spring. Have a good one.

 

[Joe Hogan]

As stated above, this is a long time issue. You can adjust the bump stops out to a point where they put pressure on the engine cover and hold the cover away from the latch assembly. A few turns is usually sufficient.

 

[Joe Hogan]

I have been in contact with the Newmar Baystar rep, and they do have a repair. He has sent me the fix but I will leave it up to the service guys when I take the MH in in the spring. Have a good one.

I'd be very interested in seeing the Newmar Fix.

 

[dJohn]

I'd be very interested in seeing the Newmar Fix.

Hi, I will try to remember and try to post some pics when it gets done. I too am very interested to see this fix. MH is not going in till mid April, stay tuned.

 

[dJohn]

Hi, I will try to remember and try to post some pics when it gets done. I too am very interested to see this fix. MH is not going in till mid April, stay tuned.

Hey all, got the hood latch on the Baystar fixed up, it works so much better now. The dealership did the mod, Newmar supplied the instructions and some new parts.

 

[AbdRahim]

I found a simple solution. Don't pull continuously. Simple give it one hard short yank. Voila. Opens easy.

 

[dJohn]

I found a simple solution. Don't pull continuously. Simple give it one hard short yank. Voila. Opens easy.

I tried everything, it would open but if someone was not outside to hold it, it would relatch in the safety latch position. Seems to work good now though, lets hope it lasts.

 

[AbdRahim]

Hey all, got the hood latch on the Baystar fixed up, it works so much better now. The dealership did the mod, Newmar supplied the instructions and some new parts.

What exactly was the fix?

 

[dJohn]

I will post some pics, not sure they will help. Latch is upgraded and looks more robust.

 

[Marina]

2022 Bay Star 3014. I had the same problem, could'nt pull and release the cable with two hands!. I'm a pretty strong woman but this was ridiculous. Then on my last try the cable came out and ended on the drivers seat with me!. Luckily I was taking the coach to a local rv tech, in Idaho Falls. He was great and fixed to issue. He adjusted the cable connections and spring and now its as it should be, easy one hand release. I'm so happy. He said however installed it didn't make any adjustments in the slack. If ever you need a tech guy for anything, Steve is your man, Snake River RV & Hitch, 208 529 5325

 

[dJohn]

2022 Bay Star 3014. I had the same problem, could'nt pull and release the cable with two hands!. I'm a pretty strong woman but this was ridiculous. Then on my last try the cable came out and ended on the drivers seat with me!. Luckily I was taking the coach to a local rv tech, in Idaho Falls. He was great and fixed to issue. He adjusted the cable connections and spring and now its as it should be, easy one hand release. I'm so happy. He said however installed it didn't make any adjustments in the slack. If ever you need a tech guy for anything, Steve is your man, Snake River RV & Hitch, 208 529 5325

Hi, same problem, except my cable never came out. Found out it is common on some Newmar's. Got ahold of Steve at Newmar and he sent me instructions and pictures on how it would look when fixed. The guys a Bucars did the repair, free, and it has worked like a real hood release since. Enjoy the rest of the summer.

 

[Togin]

dJohn
would you be able to post this pictures? I have a Baystar 3014, my latch does work, but boy oh boy it is difficult to open

thanks

 

[dJohn]

Hey Togin, I would contact Steve Moser at Newmar, 866-379-0612, and ask him about the fix they have. Have him send the fix to your dealer and get them to fix it next time you take the 3014 in. I have pictures but they are not very good. I will try to post them in another reply.

 

[dJohn]

Hey Togin, I have attactched the repair pics, hope you can open them.