Looking at a Kountry Star DP, Opinions?

[pequeajim]

I am seriously considering a 2005 Newmar Kountry Star 3910 39' DP. The MH has a 330hp Diesel and a Spartan chassis. It looks really claen, but I won't know this until I see it in person.

I Know that Newmar has a solid rep for diesel pushers, but want to ask your advice for what to look for in the MH. The dealer is "asking" $99k for it, but I will settle with them for less.

I think the Spartan chassis is a pretty good one also. This is the same combo that Travel Supreme used in their MHs.

Any advice? Thoughts?

[Sully2]

pequeajim wrote:
Which is the better engine during that time, cummins, or CAT?

That time or any time....Cummins!

[sailor_lou]

pequeajim wrote:
Which is the better engine during that time, cummins, or CAT?

As stated above, either one is fine if properly maintained so maintenance records are important. Good luck.

Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy

[John_S_]

Either engine is fine.

[pequeajim]

Which is the better engine during that time, cummins, or CAT?

[sailor_lou]

Newmar makes a good MOHO and Spartan is a good chassis. However, in that time frame Spartan was having issues with ball joint boots prematurely failing (rubber boots seem to rot away). Easy thing to check and if replacement is necessary, negotiate it in the price.

Also, as you identified all Travel Supreme's were supplied with a Spartan chassis, some with Cummins and some with CAT engines.

Lou
05 Travel Supreme Envoy
Spartan MM, CAT C7 350hp