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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-20-2022, 03:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,758
Posted By ScottNelson
We went on a one week tour a few years ago...

We went on a one week tour a few years ago without our motorhome. Breakfast (at McDonal's): $10; lunch: $20; dinner: $40 to $80; hotel room: $100 to $150 a night.

So it cost us $1500 for a week...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-13-2022, 07:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,459
Posted By ScottNelson
Hydraulic Pump Identification Help Needed

That's super inexpensive! Congrats!

Do know which part of it was leaking?
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-08-2022, 02:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,459
Posted By ScottNelson
Hydraulic Pump Idenfication

Thanks for the tips guys!

In the meantime after a real scavenger hunt around the internets, I found the pump.

It’s a LuK Fahrzeug-Hydraulik # LF73C or LH2112813

Luk Fahrzeug-Hydraulik GmbH &...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-07-2022, 03:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,459
Posted By ScottNelson
Thank you Jim! It could be the compressor. ...

Thank you Jim!

It could be the compressor. I will ask Cummins about this… Is that something that could break down after 20 years?

I’m trying to do as much preventative maintenance on this...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-06-2022, 01:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,459
Posted By ScottNelson
Hydraulic Pump Confusion

I found this photo of the pump that Rev Group says was installed on our coach.

So it seems the smaller part on the right is the hydraulic pump for the power steering.

So what is the part on the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-06-2022, 11:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,459
Posted By ScottNelson
Hydraulic Pump Identification Help Needed

Rev Group gives the part number as : 10108581

And the "Legacy part number" for it on their site is: 01805417

Price is $828.52

But there's no photo of it on their site, which makes me...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-06-2022, 11:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,459
Posted By ScottNelson
Hydraulic Pump Identification Help Needed

Sorry, here are the photos...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-06-2022, 07:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,459
Posted By ScottNelson
Hydraulic Pump Identification Help Needed

Hi Guys & Gals,

We have a 2002 Monaco Diplomat 38PST and the Hydraulic Pump seems to be leaking quite badly. We're thinking about replacing it, having this one rebuilt, and then keeping it as a...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-04-2022, 04:13 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,660
Posted By ScottNelson
We fried our alternator as well...

Li batteries will take almost as much power as you can give them. So yeah, a standard alternator will destroy itself trying to supply the amperage Li batteries will demand of it...

We got a...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 10-31-2021, 03:45 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 23,317
Posted By ScottNelson
Might be that your rig is a bit busy?

Might be that your rig is a bit busy?
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-02-2021, 09:54 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 12,140
Posted By ScottNelson
We have had fantastic service from B & B Auto...

We have had fantastic service from B & B Auto Electric in Hutchinson, KS. (+1 (620) 669-0477, autoelectric@bbhydraulics.com, ask for Shelby!)

He rebuilt a used Prestolite Leece Neville (Model:...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-14-2021, 07:21 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 16,168
Posted By ScottNelson
Titles! We need titles!

Can we know the titles of said books??

Thank you for a great bunch of laughter!

Scott
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-30-2021, 12:43 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 16,405
Posted By ScottNelson
GPS Tracker

After reading about your nightmare and doing some research, besides a lock they would need a grinder to cut, it seems like getting notified of movement would also be very handy. So we bought an...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-20-2021, 09:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 24,910
Posted By ScottNelson
Hi All, Just in case, like me, you read this...

Hi All,

Just in case, like me, you read this whole thread, I thought I would add my research to the topic.

Ours is a 2002 Monaco Diplomat 38PST, Roadmaster RM8H Raised Rail Chassis, with the 8...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-10-2021, 02:36 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 16,405
Posted By ScottNelson
Maybe not great for use in campgrounds... but...

Maybe not great for use in campgrounds... but this would probably scare them off!

https://www.independent.ie/videos/life/video-this-shotgun-bike-alarm-is-the-ultimate-theft-deterrent-34724328.html
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-09-2021, 07:26 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 16,405
Posted By ScottNelson
Hi j7ols, I'm so sorry you experienced this....

Hi j7ols,

I'm so sorry you experienced this. This is an actual re-occurring nightmare I have periodically... So I'm very sorry to hear you are having to live through it.

I custom built my...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-09-2021, 05:07 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 16,405
Posted By ScottNelson
I can tell you two ways: One: A cheap bike...

I can tell you two ways:

One: A cheap bike can kill you! Like if the handlebars break off while you're riding it... (Which has happened to me on a Schwinn "MTB".)

Second: A $5000 bike is way...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-25-2020, 06:25 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,802
Posted By ScottNelson
I would definitely recommend installing an auto...

I would definitely recommend installing an auto alarm with a start interrupter in your next rig. Hot-wiring a motorhome is easier than almost anything else on the road these days since most cars...
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-02-2020, 06:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,610
Posted By ScottNelson
Hi LandSailors, You're welcome! But no,...

Hi LandSailors,

You're welcome!

But no, the supply line does not have any wires. It's just coincidentally behind those wires in the photo... (Those wires are for the fuel gage sender.)

I...
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 05-02-2020, 12:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,610
Posted By ScottNelson
Diesel Fuel Tank Hose Connections for a Generator on a 2002 Roadmaster

Hi,

I couldn't find this info anywhere when I needed it so I thought I would share it here.

We have a 2002 Monaco Diplomat RV, Roadmaster Chassis, 38PST Model

It had an LPG generator which...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-06-2020, 03:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 808
Posted By ScottNelson
2002 Diplomat Radiator Leaking

Hi Reka!

Our rad is leaking quite badly... Can you tell me where you were able to buy a new one?

Thanks!!!

Scott
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-24-2019, 02:01 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 17,810
Posted By ScottNelson
Our Experience

We installed two 300Ah LiPo batteries from Victron. (Great company!) It was a sizable investment. But they are 'smart', so with the free app, we can see exactly what's going on with them via...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-23-2019, 05:32 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 17,107
Posted By ScottNelson
So sorry I wasted your precious time. Oh,...

So sorry I wasted your precious time.

Oh, and thanks for making me feel bad.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-22-2019, 05:08 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 17,107
Posted By ScottNelson
30 years ago my uncle told my parents, “To own a...

30 years ago my uncle told my parents, “To own a motorhome you must be a mechanic.”

Every day I think about how right he was....

I'm just hoping that someday everything that could possibly...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 04-11-2019, 04:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,771
Posted By ScottNelson
I found 12v DC Switches for Apple HomeKit

I finally found a source for modules that allow you to control 12v DC lights, pumps, or whatever you want (up to 1750 Watts) using Apple's HomeKit home automation app.

No need for AC power! ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-18-2018, 06:31 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,136
Posted By ScottNelson
Slide Sliding Out while Driving (Slide Creep)

We’ve had trouble with our electric kitchen slide ever since we moved into our 2002 Monaco Diplomat two years ago. Basically it moves on its own - which isn’t great when you’re driving down the road...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-29-2018, 12:05 PM
Replies: 1,790
Views: 1,580,320
Posted By ScottNelson
Alarm Power

Last year we replaced our lead-acid house batteries with some expensive Lithium batteries. (Victron 300Ah. They're awesome!)

But this meant adding a lot of safety features to make sure they...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-29-2018, 02:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,339
Posted By ScottNelson
Good advice!! Thanks! So do you think we...

Good advice!! Thanks!

So do you think we should just replace the suction line completely? Or try and find the obstruction? Do these hoses fail that easily/soon?
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-29-2018, 01:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,339
Posted By ScottNelson
Thanks! Yes, I had planned to do that. Sadly...

Thanks! Yes, I had planned to do that. Sadly the label on ours was unreadable! I've looked at about 1500 photos of the things online. Hopefully I found the right one!!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-19-2018, 07:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,339
Posted By ScottNelson
Great tip about the filters!

Thanks, RobRoy!

Great tip about the filters. I will definitely get one of those.

Sadly, the damage to the compressor was external... (See the photo.)

We were trying to check for an...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-18-2018, 03:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,339
Posted By ScottNelson
We need the same one I think!

Thanks for all the help!

I managed to find the exact same compressor in Italy of all places for €180.

Here's the company's info should anyone need it in the future:

SEA srl
Air...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-07-2018, 07:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,339
Posted By ScottNelson
We need the same one I think!

Hi abarkl!

Did you ever find a source for your compressor?

Thanks in advance!

Best regards,

Scott
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-01-2018, 10:29 AM
Replies: 1,790
Views: 1,580,320
Posted By ScottNelson
Going LED

In our continuing effort to covert all our lighting to LEDs, here are two projects nearing completion.

The first is my solution to replace all our fluorescent tube lighting.

I experimented with...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-21-2018, 01:39 PM
Replies: 1,790
Views: 1,580,320
Posted By ScottNelson
My Exhaust Brake Mod

I posted this once before, but this seems a better thread for it...

I love our Exhaust Brake. And I love Cruise Control.

What I don’t love is having to take my eyes of the road to find the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-18-2018, 11:11 AM
Replies: 1,790
Views: 1,580,320
Posted By ScottNelson
Thanks, Bill. I should note that we use our...

Thanks, Bill.

I should note that we use our iPhone 5c instead of a mifi device because Free.fr in France gives us 100GB of fast data a month for just €20. Can't beat that!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-16-2018, 03:56 PM
Replies: 1,790
Views: 1,580,320
Posted By ScottNelson
Adding Apple HomeKit products to our RV.

Hello Fellow RV'ers,

I've gone a bit crazy lately adding Apple HomeKit products to our RV.

We're are thrilled with the results!

No more climbing over the bed to turn on the engine heater...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-29-2017, 11:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 859
Posted By ScottNelson
We tow a trailer. And we have heavy eBikes. So...

We tow a trailer. And we have heavy eBikes. So we needed a bike rack that would get the bikes out of the way of the radiator doors, and yet not kill us when loading and unloading them.

In the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-21-2017, 07:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,314
Posted By ScottNelson
Hi Richard! I used an ATLAS COPCO / HELLA...

Hi Richard!

I used an ATLAS COPCO / HELLA Headlight Switch I got off eBay.

The relay is a Finder General Purpose Relay, 66 Series, Power, DPDT, 12 VDC, 30 A, Part # 66.82.9.012.0000

Any...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-16-2017, 12:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,314
Posted By ScottNelson
My Exhaust Brake Mod

I love our Exhaust Brake. And I love Cruise Control.

What I don’t love is having to take my eyes of the road to find the right switch to turn the Exhaust Brake off so the Cruise Control will work...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-26-2017, 05:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 7,167
Posted By ScottNelson
Monaco 2002 Diplomat RV Fuses

Hi All!

Here is a compilation of all the fuses and circuit breakers in our Monaco 2002 Diplomat 38PST RV.

I thought this list might also be helpful to someone else someday...

Instruction...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-06-2017, 10:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,682
Posted By ScottNelson
Hi Richard! In think it was a 10A Pump. But...

Hi Richard!

In think it was a 10A Pump. But like I wrote, the panel sticker rating and the manual rating were not the same. But that's probably due to the fact that the panel sticker said that...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-03-2017, 05:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,682
Posted By ScottNelson
Hi Mutt, I just started pulling fuses in our...

Hi Mutt,

I just started pulling fuses in our 2002 Diplomat after replacing our water pump tonight and it's the one labelled “Monitor Panel” (F14.) There was a 10 Amp (Red) Fuse in it, and was it...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-21-2016, 11:38 AM
Replies: 1,048
Views: 817,674
Posted By ScottNelson
Count us in! Scott & Muriel, Paris, France.

Count us in! Scott & Muriel, Paris, France.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-21-2016, 11:30 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,193
Posted By ScottNelson
We have a partially melted Cargo Heat bay heater...

We have a partially melted Cargo Heat bay heater in our 2002 Monaco Diplomat.

Can't get the Therm Tech website to even load... Although they are a sister company of Fuel Cell Safety Systems...
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