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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-18-2022, 04:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,868
Posted By akeyzoo
No. Do not buy this Chestr. IMHO one should...

No. Do not buy this Chestr. IMHO one should only be considering coaches of this era if you are very mechanically inclined and eager to do repairs yourself. You will not save money otherwise,...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-30-2019, 09:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 773
Posted By akeyzoo
MrWzrd, Good idea, will begin my investigation...

MrWzrd,
Good idea, will begin my investigation there. What confuses me is that the two lights dont light up simultaneously (left and right), perhaps as you said a current leak into ground on left...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-27-2019, 09:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 773
Posted By akeyzoo
2005 Revolution Brake Light Issue

Folks,
Have a 2005 Rev, Spartan chassis. About 4 years ago I replaced all tail light/indicator bulbs with LED, works well.


Recently, I have had an issue with one of my brake lights, drivers...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 06-05-2017, 03:15 PM
Replies: 7
American Coach: American Coach Revolution
Views: 1,226
Posted By akeyzoo
My brake control wiring was under the steering...

My brake control wiring was under the steering wheel on the left (window) side. Remove the panel with the footwell. That said, mine was Spartan chassis, and I don't think a 2016 is Spartan...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 06-05-2017, 03:11 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,828
Posted By akeyzoo
For completeness (and 2 stroker knows), I had...

For completeness (and 2 stroker knows), I had this same issue (high oil pressure on cold startup) 2 years ago and had pump replaced to have the improved bypass valve which solved my problem. I...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 06-05-2017, 10:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,589
Posted By akeyzoo
I have the same engine and called CAT, they said...

I have the same engine and called CAT, they said 34.5 quarts. I did that. Boy did I "lubricate" the paint on my toad pickup!!! That was with a slobber tube catch can. A quart or so of oil in...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 06-05-2017, 10:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,420
Posted By akeyzoo
Cost me a helluva lot more than $2,500 that...

Cost me a helluva lot more than $2,500 that Firedoc paid!!! Honestly, not sure what Firedoc had done, not the same job. When the pump is bad, the injectors should be replaced (they have metal in...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 06-02-2017, 10:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,834
Posted By akeyzoo
Captjake1, Interestingly my coach isn't too...

Captjake1,
Interestingly my coach isn't too different than yours I don't think, and I often tow a full size silverado (~6,000 lbs). My exhaust brake is pretty darned effective for me. ...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 06-02-2017, 08:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,420
Posted By akeyzoo
C9 and MP-8 Tuner

What are folks' general thoughts on the MP-8 tuner and CAT C9's. Worth it? Objective would be power, fuel economy a plus but not necessary. I am used to chipping pickup trucks, and their it was...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-25-2016, 02:31 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 12,668
Posted By akeyzoo
That claim required me to know my serial number...

That claim required me to know my serial number if I recall. Since I threw mine in the trash, I no longer know the norcold serial number.

Am I mistaken?
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-25-2016, 10:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,281
Posted By akeyzoo
I know I don't have an eagle, but on my AC there...

I know I don't have an eagle, but on my AC there are some fuses (like the ones for the steps) located near my inverter in the box that holds the solenoid for the disconnect and such. Forget what...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-25-2016, 10:24 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 12,668
Posted By akeyzoo
Sadly your new fridge will be a norcold. Some...

Sadly your new fridge will be a norcold. Some solace, but not much.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-25-2016, 09:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,168
Posted By akeyzoo
Radiator clogged due to poor service by PO?!?! ...

Radiator clogged due to poor service by PO?!?! I have never looked at my genny radiator, nor has Onan indicated I should. Am I missing something? Am I someone else's future bad PO? :)

Chris
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-25-2016, 09:47 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 49,058
Posted By akeyzoo
250 is WWWAAAAAYYYY to hot. Not a little hot,...

250 is WWWAAAAAYYYY to hot. Not a little hot, 30 degrees too hot. As others have said, irreperable damage may have been done if your gauge is accurate. I would NOT hire a mechanic to install a...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 08-04-2016, 09:34 AM
Replies: 2,404
Views: 1,644,934
Posted By akeyzoo
Holding Samsung Fridge closed

Better than velcro:

I took 4 aluminum L shaped pieces and riveted them together to form channels on the top on bottom. The top fits under the french doors and bottom fits over the freezer door. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-28-2016, 05:41 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 21,065
Posted By akeyzoo
Double thumbs up for beer!

Double thumbs up for beer!
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-28-2016, 09:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,217
Posted By akeyzoo
I would presume more necessary on a gas vs diesel...

I would presume more necessary on a gas vs diesel gen set? As above poster said, might as well rig it back in.

Chris
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-28-2016, 09:08 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 49,058
Posted By akeyzoo
I think a well made catch can is the best long...

I think a well made catch can is the best long term solution. Lots of posts and pictures. I used a plastic costco nut container, with many holes on the top and steel wool inside. Key is you do...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-09-2016, 08:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,073
Posted By akeyzoo
Similar to stock. The 3 point belts have the...

Similar to stock. The 3 point belts have the shoulder mounted to the MH chassis, and the two lap belts are mounted to the seat base. The stock rotating base had the two provisions and I...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-08-2016, 08:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,073
Posted By akeyzoo
Mackwrench, The rotating assembly is not part...

Mackwrench,
The rotating assembly is not part of the seat, but rather the base. Aftermarket truck seats often come with a choice of heights for fixed bases. What I did was re-use the base from...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-07-2016, 09:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,073
Posted By akeyzoo
I got this seat: Prime Seating 600L...

I got this seat:

Prime Seating 600L (https://www.seat-specialists.com/products/prime-seating-600l.html)

I love all of the flexibility, adjustment and support it offers. The suspension is also...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-06-2016, 09:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,073
Posted By akeyzoo
Hawk, The vast majority of seats do not come...

Hawk,
The vast majority of seats do not come with a compressor installed. You can easily add an external compressor, but I wanted to avoid the added cost and complexity.

I did get everything...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-22-2016, 11:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,680
Posted By akeyzoo
You have locked in on two completely different...

You have locked in on two completely different models. Decide if you want a DP, and if you do, then search for one. Don't start with a specific one (even if it is on a local lot).

For $109K I...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-18-2016, 09:29 AM
Replies: 313
Views: 87,572
Posted By akeyzoo
Great solution for Revolution

Alrighty,
As I said in an earlier post in this thread, my 2005 Revolution has ford contour headlights that suck - at best. The originals were yellow and pitted so I replaced them with new units...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-25-2016, 05:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 864
Posted By akeyzoo
Bad day at the cabinet shop should equate to...

Bad day at the cabinet shop should equate to saving by you!
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-25-2016, 05:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,116
Posted By akeyzoo
I have a rev like you, your allison panel by yur...

I have a rev like you, your allison panel by yur left elbow has an eco mode button. Honestly, I never bother.

Chris
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-25-2016, 04:57 PM
Replies: 7
American Coach: Air Bags
Views: 8,275
Posted By akeyzoo
My 2005 spartan liberty chassis is in shop now...

My 2005 spartan liberty chassis is in shop now for CAT work and I asked them to put new bags on. They quoted my ~$75 per bag for parts...

Chris
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-22-2016, 03:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,073
Posted By akeyzoo
Mine is a female connector, FYI.

Mine is a female connector, FYI.
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-22-2016, 02:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,073
Posted By akeyzoo
Do you think I would need that if using the quick...

Do you think I would need that if using the quick disconnect port used for towing?

Thanks.

Chris
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-22-2016, 02:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,073
Posted By akeyzoo
I do have an air coupler up front, I presume this...

I do have an air coupler up front, I presume this is to air up the suspension when being towed? I could easily leverage that (even without a tee) with a quick disconnect. If I ever got towed my...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-22-2016, 01:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,073
Posted By akeyzoo
Where should I "tap" into air lines?

Folks,
I have a spartan Liberty (2005 Revolution), and decided to replace my drivers flexsteel seat with a professional truck seat with an air ride. Which air lines should I be tapping into to...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 12-01-2015, 01:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,314
Posted By akeyzoo
As you know 2 Stroker, your high oil pressure on...

As you know 2 Stroker, your high oil pressure on start up is a flaw in your oil pump ;-)

Mine used to do the same, had shop at cat shop for something else and thee tech freaked out when he started...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-08-2015, 09:09 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 41,277
Posted By akeyzoo
That, unfortunately, is a "permanent" solution. ...

That, unfortunately, is a "permanent" solution. in my case I could fix almost all of my windows with elbow grease and a few hundred bucks in supplies.

That said, I saw someone else that replaced...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 09-23-2015, 05:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,340
Posted By akeyzoo
I get black smoke occasionally. One potential...

I get black smoke occasionally. One potential reason to be concerned is a failed HUEI pump, causing injector issues... On my rig, some times when I start it there is some smoke, sometimes there...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 09-23-2015, 05:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,639
Posted By akeyzoo
I mistakenly (obviously!) hit R once when trying...

I mistakenly (obviously!) hit R once when trying to downshift. Allison dropped it into neutral. I pulled to the side, pushed D and was on my way.

Chris
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-23-2015, 09:04 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,844
Posted By akeyzoo
Love it, looks very custom and the coach looks...

Love it, looks very custom and the coach looks like it hasn't spent much time in the sun!

Chris
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2015, 01:02 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,939
Posted By akeyzoo
OP, Back to your original question, is this...

OP,
Back to your original question, is this bad. Yes.

I would not drive this any further than your nearest semi repair facility. I would assume other issues. I would save up before you go.......
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-18-2015, 08:09 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,844
Posted By akeyzoo
It is as if this thread doesn't even exist...

It is as if this thread doesn't even exist without pictures... ;-)

Chris
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-16-2015, 11:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,626
Posted By akeyzoo
I can't find my brake fluid reservoir?!?!?1 ...

I can't find my brake fluid reservoir?!?!?1

;-)
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-16-2015, 11:15 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,844
Posted By akeyzoo
Go for it. Love my 05. Make sure tires aren't...

Go for it. Love my 05.
Make sure tires aren't original, there are DOT date codes.
Have a CAT tech run diagnostics on engine if you can. The C9 has a "weakness" with the HUEI pump, that if it...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 09-16-2015, 10:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,472
Posted By akeyzoo
My C9 will need a new pump and injectors when I...

My C9 will need a new pump and injectors when I have time money. Hasn't stranded me, and tech says it likely wont, but I have a $6K bill awaiting me. I am not alone. Not to say the pump failures...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 09-16-2015, 10:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,897
Posted By akeyzoo
Throw out the previous owners experience, your...

Throw out the previous owners experience, your foot makes the most difference on mileage.

That said, you only have 3 trips worth of experience. Doesn't hurt to have the tech check it out, but...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-16-2015, 10:13 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 41,277
Posted By akeyzoo
Got the new windows in yesterday. Amazing. ...

Got the new windows in yesterday. Amazing. These were entirely new units and were exact.

I now have all of my windows "fixed" except the bathroom (shade always drawn so you could never tell it...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-16-2015, 09:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,345
Posted By akeyzoo
Over a year after replacing my 1200 with a...

Over a year after replacing my 1200 with a Sumsung residential unit I cannot imagine why everyone wouldn't want to do this! Only advantage to 1200 is boondocking, and even that is marginal. I get...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-11-2015, 08:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,057
Posted By akeyzoo
Thanks Don. The other seat I am looking at...

Thanks Don.

The other seat I am looking at is the prime 600l:

Prime Seating 600L...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-08-2015, 06:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,903
Posted By akeyzoo
Starter solenoid? Follow the wires to the...

Starter solenoid? Follow the wires to the starter me thinks. Some kind of solenoid.

-Chris
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-08-2015, 06:04 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 41,277
Posted By akeyzoo
Update on window repair.

Alrighty,
This saga was left off with me repairing the windows on the passenger side of the coach. This weekend was the drivers side.

The drivers side had some extra challenges. Firstly,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-08-2015, 05:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,057
Posted By akeyzoo
Thanks Don. Fitment was pretty...

Thanks Don.

Fitment was pretty straightforward? I can find the guides online, but not the installation guide. Does the seat require 12V power AND air? Is the air unregulated ~120PSI? Reason...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-08-2015, 10:11 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,057
Posted By akeyzoo
Bostrum Wide Ride 2 still good?

I was researching that Bostrum seat and it really does look to have a ton of great features. Swivels, height, multiple lumbar bags, suspension. Only concern I have is the height of the armrests,...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 11-11-2014, 03:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By akeyzoo
Done, ok.

Done, ok.
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