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Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-11-2024, 03:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,554
Posted By chuckie0204
possible solution!!!

We had this on ours. Just added fluid to the reservoir tank and it quit. Dealer wanted to replace all kinds of parts. Just a low fluid warning.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-01-2024, 06:09 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,639
Posted By chuckie0204
Power company has to see permits and inspections...

Power company has to see permits and inspections before they will put in a two way meter. Also if the power grid goes down, the solar doesn't work. it automatically stops the feed back. Your 1000...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-16-2022, 05:40 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,368
Posted By chuckie0204
Bought a new 2020 Baystar and had the same...

Bought a new 2020 Baystar and had the same problem within the first year. Contacted Newmar and they told me that there was a bad run of fabric for Flexsteel and they had many complaints about this. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-29-2022, 09:42 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 17,123
Posted By chuckie0204
Another good tire that I got for my Monaco MH was...

Another good tire that I got for my Monaco MH was sumo's. Like toyo's they are a good tire and don't cost as much as Michelin. I had a lot of problems with Michelin side wall blow out. Even though...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-08-2022, 04:04 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,830
Posted By chuckie0204
I use Firestick where ever I go. I have been...

I use Firestick where ever I go. I have been able to run off the campground wi-fi most of the time. At home I have xfinity and can get that on my Firestick. It ran me about $30 and has its own...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-04-2022, 03:28 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,607
Posted By chuckie0204
Our place in Frostproof is maintained by the POA...

Our place in Frostproof is maintained by the POA (property owners assoc.). The monthly fee is about $140. This provides lawn service (cut and edge), Trash removal, cable TV, and maintenance for the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-03-2022, 03:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,607
Posted By chuckie0204
RV Lot in Frostproof Florida

We are in a park in Frostproof Florida where you own your property and can park there as long as you want. Has water, sewer, electric, and cable. Great park with a lot of activities during the...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-14-2022, 09:13 AM
Replies: 320
Views: 28,266
Posted By chuckie0204
We have never been energy independent.

We have never been energy independent.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-26-2020, 04:31 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,362
Posted By chuckie0204
It's a diesel leak. Had the same thing happen on...

It's a diesel leak. Had the same thing happen on my first DP. It turned out that there was a pin hole leak in one of the injectors and it was spraying fuel all over the back of the rig and covered...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-23-2019, 03:23 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 14,511
Posted By chuckie0204
32A Vacationer

50 amp. and dual air. and it can be yours. Shown on RVONLINE.com It is a 2018.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-22-2019, 03:23 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 17,104
Posted By chuckie0204
I have sumos on the front and back of mine. The...

I have sumos on the front and back of mine. The fronts were easy to put on. The back you have to drill holes for. It took me all the better part of a day to do. Greatly improved the ride. As for...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-30-2019, 04:04 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 18,338
Posted By chuckie0204
It would be cheaper to buy an existing RV lot...

It would be cheaper to buy an existing RV lot than to try and develop one. RV lots than you can buy (with a deed to property) are not getting any cheaper and they are few and far between. Big...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-29-2019, 03:53 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 18,338
Posted By chuckie0204
Our park has a storage facility in the back that...

Our park has a storage facility in the back that you can store you rv, boat, utility trailer or what ever you need to store. It runs $10 a month. When you have a park where the people own the...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-27-2019, 03:54 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 18,338
Posted By chuckie0204
Yes. This is can be enforced by the board on...

Yes. This is can be enforced by the board on incoming units. And it can be wavered if the unit is in good shape and not falling apart. All lots and units in our park are kept to the highest...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-25-2019, 04:28 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 18,338
Posted By chuckie0204
I like the fact that the RV lot that I bought(and...

I like the fact that the RV lot that I bought(and have a deed to) is always there when I want it. I love the park that we are in as they have so many activities during the season you should never...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-07-2019, 10:10 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 24,269
Posted By chuckie0204
There are always those people out there that are...

There are always those people out there that are looking to make a profit off of someone else. We had one in our park and we just bought them out and they left. Our park is owned by the people and is...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-04-2019, 12:24 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 24,269
Posted By chuckie0204
For about the first ten years we owned a RV lot...

For about the first ten years we owned a RV lot at Lily Lake in Frostproof Fl. Based there for the winters and traveled in the summer. Yes there are HOA fees of which are about $135 a month and foe...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-01-2019, 05:30 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 20,894
Posted By chuckie0204
Took our couch out as it was awful to sit on. We...

Took our couch out as it was awful to sit on. We have a 2018 Vacationer XE by HR. Replaces it with Lazy boy theater seating with electric recline and headrests and also in the console. Regular size...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-17-2019, 03:53 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 17,136
Posted By chuckie0204
I have owned a lot in a park in Frostproof Fla....

I have owned a lot in a park in Frostproof Fla. and loved it. It has a mixture if RV sites, Park Models, and manufactured homes. RV sites sell fast. Start at about $45K. HOA fees are about $135 a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-29-2019, 09:16 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,971
Posted By chuckie0204
I use to have the same problem with my Monaco. ...

I use to have the same problem with my Monaco. Finally found an additional GFI in the bedroom at the end of the dresser in front of the window. Couldn't see it without getting on my knees and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-25-2019, 04:30 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 18,431
Posted By chuckie0204
We have a Splendide 2100 vented model and it...

We have a Splendide 2100 vented model and it works great. We put a load in if we are going away and when we get back it is washed and dried. The vent is a nice chrome vent on the side above where...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 02-18-2019, 05:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,364
Posted By chuckie0204
Travel from Fla. to Calif. on I 10

Any one travel I 10 in the recent years? I have heard it is one of the worst roads to travel. If this is true, I will need to find a different route. Any suggestions?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-20-2019, 05:48 AM
Replies: 211
Views: 25,903
Posted By chuckie0204
We have put residential ref. in three units in...

We have put residential ref. in three units in our park. We have always removed the driver side window, and sometimes the drivers seat, and brought the unit in that way. We always took the doors off...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-07-2019, 08:08 AM
Replies: 211
Views: 25,903
Posted By chuckie0204
Previous RV frigs. can run on gas but also need...

Previous RV frigs. can run on gas but also need 12 volts to run the electronics. And if you want the ice maker to work you will need 120 volts. I have had several of them and had trouble keeping...
Forum: Just Conversation 01-07-2019, 07:26 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 11,028
Posted By chuckie0204
Don't title in Mich.

I was dumb founded on my first MH 14 years ago when I went to title it in Mich. Cost was over $800 then for one year. Wouldn't do it so I only used temp. plates when we traveled. Temp plate cost...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-07-2018, 05:02 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 20,820
Posted By chuckie0204
Also stay away from General RV. Worst I have...

Also stay away from General RV. Worst I have ever dealt with. Add on when we bought, in service for a month and didn't get 12 things fixed. Just not worth the headaches.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-19-2018, 04:04 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,392
Posted By chuckie0204
Remember the motorhome that opened its blackwater...

Remember the motorhome that opened its blackwater tank valve on a bridge and dumped it all over the people on a tour boat below?
I've been using a water jet macerator pump for years and love it. ...
Forum: Just Conversation 10-12-2018, 04:16 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 11,028
Posted By chuckie0204
That's why I moved fromMich.

Mich. is high on their taxes for plates. They charge you for what the coach cost new. When I moved my coach to Florida, the price per year was $75. Now I do know that you can get a 30 or 60 day...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-08-2018, 05:24 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 37,356
Posted By chuckie0204
I was buying a new RV this spring and General RV...

I was buying a new RV this spring and General RV wanted to give me $31000 for my trade in. Since my RV was being built, I had tome to sell it on my own. Advertised it for $42000 on CL and sold it...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-08-2018, 05:10 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,074
Posted By chuckie0204
I had good sam ins. on all my vehicles(2 cars and...

I had good sam ins. on all my vehicles(2 cars and class A). Someone damaged my car in a parking lot and they didn't want to cover it. They said it looked like it was done with a broom handle. Went...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-21-2017, 06:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,899
Posted By chuckie0204
I had the same thing on my Camelot. My solution...

I had the same thing on my Camelot. My solution was to get an algae killer and treat the tank. Took a couple of treatments but it went back to showing the fuel level. Also keep the tank full when...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-14-2017, 04:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 986
Posted By chuckie0204
Dash Blower

Final chapter... Got the new blower and it was exactly like the old one. The old one had a felt type cushion around so I decided to use a thin double sided tape. This held the motor in place till...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-10-2017, 04:19 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 24,557
Posted By chuckie0204
I got 6 new 22.5 Sumo tires a year ago and after...

I got 6 new 22.5 Sumo tires a year ago and after about 5k mile I am very happy with them. Paid about $2300 for all 6 to include mounting and balancing. Drove on Michelins for many years but had...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-07-2017, 05:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 986
Posted By chuckie0204
Dash Blower

Well I got it out. Took out the tow drawers and their structure in the middle of the dash. Also took out two vents to the right of the drawers which gave me a line of sight to the motor. That made...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-05-2017, 04:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 986
Posted By chuckie0204
Talked to Monaco's new tech service. They said...

Talked to Monaco's new tech service. They said there is two methods. Take the dash completely apart or take the carpet off under the dash on the passenger side and cut the wood panel out to gain...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-04-2017, 06:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 986
Posted By chuckie0204
Dash blower

My dash blower make so much noise that I can't even think. I have an 03 Camelot and wonder if anyone has ever tackled replacing it? It doesn't sound easy.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-26-2016, 06:48 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,413
Posted By chuckie0204
Capital One Venture Card

This is the card I have used since Mar. of this year. It doesn't give cash back but gives me double miles on everything I spend. I can have my campground fees paid for by using the miles...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-02-2016, 04:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,632
Posted By chuckie0204
I just replaced all my tires on my Monaco with...

I just replaced all my tires on my Monaco with Sumitomo 22.5 tires. All 6 including stems and balance and mounting cost me $2100. Japanese tires have a good rating and are made to American...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-20-2016, 06:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,632
Posted By chuckie0204
Looking to replace my cracked Michelins with...

Looking to replace my cracked Michelins with Sumitomo. I have 275/70 22.5. Anyone have any problems with those or recommend something other than Michelins?
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-30-2015, 10:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,511
Posted By chuckie0204
Have you had any experience with Sumitomo Tires???

Have you had any experience with Sumitomo Tires???
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-22-2015, 03:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,692
Posted By chuckie0204
That is the same problem I am having. Even when...

That is the same problem I am having. Even when I manually open the release valve it will not come up. I have cleaned the piston good and oiled it and that has helped to a certain degree. If I use...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-20-2015, 05:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,692
Posted By chuckie0204
I have the same problem with the same side in the...

I have the same problem with the same side in the rear. I have release valves on all jacks. When the release valve was opened, it still did not come up. Had to use a floor jack under it to get it...
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