New Isata 5 Series Diesel Class C

[bclemens]

Just an FYI on the 5 series awning. We are using Multi-Plex wiring and we have tried to clean up all the "non-conforming" switches (i.e. switches that do not lend themselves to our multiplex controls". As such the awning control is on the touch screen. I asked and have now been asked..."how do I see my awning going out, if I am standing at the touch screen".

Well, I just confirmed. If you push the "awning out" icon, for one second and let go...it will automatically go all the way out and stop itself at fully extended position. No need to watch it (same for retract). If you hold for more than 1.5 seconds, it goes into manual mode and then you would need a spotter to stop it where you want it.

[jdwky]

Originally Posted by bclemens

Just an FYI on the 5 series awning. We are using Multi-Plex wiring and we have tried to clean up all the "non-conforming" switches (i.e. switches that do not lend themselves to our multiplex controls". As such the awning control is on the touch screen. I asked and have now been asked..."how do I see my awning going out, if I am standing at the touch screen".

Well, I just confirmed. If you push the "awning out" icon, for one second and let go...it will automatically go all the way out and stop itself at fully extended position. No need to watch it (same for retract). If you hold for more than 1.5 seconds, it goes into manual mode and then you would need a spotter to stop it where you want it.

Thanks for the update, will give that a try!

[jdwky]

Originally Posted by bclemens

Response from my engineer.

Depressing master lights, momentarily turns on all the lights that were previously on. Holding it down for about 1.5 to 2 seconds turns on all lights. However, if there is no memory of the previous lights, pressing it won’t do anything. It sounds to me like there is a possible blown class T fuse, or disconnect switch is off, and its being back fed from the ignition charging solenoid, when he cycles ignition.

Soooooo, where should I check? Which fuse panel? What disconnect switch? Any fix if its ignition charging solenoid? thanks

[bclemens]

First step...make sure you're not holding the button too long. Just a quick press will put the lights back on or off. If you press and hold...it turns them ALL on and resets the last know state. Test that first...turn off the lights you want individually. Then press master switch quickly. Then quickly again to turn them back on. If they are all on again...

Easiest spot is to check the battery compartment. Upper, left hand side is a "MASTER" disconnect. Make sure that is on or is it off? I can never remember. I'll go test a unit on the line. If that is on...I'll get you a fuse location.

[tankcj]

Any plans to make a flipped version of the 36DS? There is only one small window on the curbside where your patio is. There are 5 windows on the roadside where my camp neighbors are most likely to be...

[bclemens]

We'll have a 3rd floor plan...just not sure what that will be. Taking recommendations

[tankcj]

1) Dinette and more windows curbside.
2) Option for free standing table and chairs IPO booth.
3) Option for entertainment center IPO overhead bunk.
4) Armrests on the driver and passenger seats.
5) Laramie option.
6) More CCC.

[bclemens]

1) noted
2) We get asked this, but when we offer it, no one buys it. So we stopped designing it. Most people want the seat belts and on freestanding you lose the seatbelts.
3) working on that.
4) Trying to figure something out on that. Silly of Dodge to try and get into the motorhome market without something other than a center console that you would have to climb over. (Silly us for thinking they would have though that through)
5) talk to Dodge. They don't offer Laramie in a Cab Chassis
6) we're around 1100 lbs CCC right now. Whenever we try to take weight out, people tend to complain. Quality is heavy. Our 17 chassis we dropped the 22 gallon tank...so you pick up roughly 136lbs of CCC.

[tankcj]

4) Maybe an option for aftermarket seats?
5) Ram does offer the Laramie in a chassis cab but I just noticed that it's only
in the crew cab. Ok, I'd like to see a crew cab. ...that would really cut
into my CCC.
6) I understand. You're limited by the GVW and features. I'd rather have the
features as long as I can tow the extra weight.

[bclemens]

Towing is not an issue. GCWR leaves us at least 10,000lbs of tow rating. Gotta watch the tongue weight, but that's fair easy to remedy with weight distribution.

[Kenny kustom]

Ram offers the 5500 in a Laramie.


2016 Sabre 36QBOK
2015 Ram 3500 CUMMINS

[bclemens]

Yes, but not in a regular cab. Only a crew cab, chassis cab. They were just out here about two weeks ago. We discussed that very issue.

[Kenny kustom]

Originally Posted by bclemens

Yes, but not in a regular cab. Only a crew cab, chassis cab. They were just out here about two weeks ago. We discussed that very issue.

You're right!
I've only looked at crew.

Could it be built with a crew cab!???
That would have some definite advantages.


2016 Sabre 36QBOK
2015 Ram 3500 CUMMINS

[bclemens]

At this time its not anything we would be looking at. The egress from driver/passenger to the coach portion would be difficult if not impossible for most people.

[dbear]

Host RV used to build a motorhome on the F550, 4x4, crew cab chassis. They replaced the bench seats with 4 captain chairs.

[Kenny kustom]

Originally Posted by dbear

Host RV used to build a motorhome on the F550, 4x4, crew cab chassis. They replaced the bench seats with 4 captain chairs.

That's what I was thinking.

There is a major downside to a motorhome... Kids/infant/toddlers.

There's nowhere safe to put them.
Or adults, for that matter.
Four captains chairs, proper seats, and seat belts.


2016 Sabre 36QBOK
2015 Ram 3500 CUMMINS

[poorbuthappy]

a crew cab with four captain seats would be awesome.

[AdamC]

Any word on when the DB will hit the streets yet? Do you think it will it make it to the Hershey Show?

[bclemens]

Started shipping this month actually. We have one slated for Hershey...

[Rangerdrvr59]

Is there any plans for an outside kitchen