Serious question

[Michael Day]

> I like the late 80's Newell's very much they are nice.
> Too bad they went to the 2000 series and FRP sides.
>
> Kurt Horvath
> 95 PT42
> 10AC

I have seen this said before on this forum that the 2000 series
(1990-current) have FRP sides. This is not true. Newell to this day
continues to use aluminum roofs and side walls as they always have.
Only the front and rear caps are a composite material to accommodate
the compound curves. My 1992 has rivets. For the past several years,
Newell has used an adhesive to attach the aluminum panels to the
aluminum frame so there are no exposed rivets.

I looked at Prevost, Newell and Bluebirds when I purchased my coach
about 3 years ago. There are significant differences and significant
similarities between the three. They are all top quality coaches. I
learn a lot from lurking here, especially regarding engine and
transmission issues.

Michael Day
1992 Newell 2000 8V92