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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-28-2020, 04:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 705
Posted By Jas415-1942
Air pressure warning 'beeper' stays on

Crank it up, beeper goes off, pressure gets above 100, and up to 120 and climbing, and beeper is still on. Everything works normal, except for the beeper and the pressure seems to keep going up. I...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-10-2019, 06:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,113
Posted By Jas415-1942
ac drip

If there is a drip rail, why can't a person capture the actual downfall in a tube down the inside of the wall? A color matched small 3/8"id tube? Maybe one on each side. I have no idea how to go...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 04-18-2019, 07:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,634
Posted By Jas415-1942
detecting

All newer machines have a "pin Point' function, where you press the button then go back and forth over a target in the ground and by moving the coil back and forth in pin point, it till give you the...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 03-20-2019, 05:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,634
Posted By Jas415-1942
A ggod tip for finding spots is to take a look at...

A ggod tip for finding spots is to take a look at the nearest county or city to see if it requires 'permits' to demolish a home or building. Those 'sold' permits are public information and in many...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-09-2019, 08:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,987
Posted By Jas415-1942
Propane tank

Just thinking about that a bit and I think I would go to a RV place and check out the RV's there to see what their tanks look like. Seems odd that a manufacturer would design a unique tank, vs buy...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-24-2019, 06:08 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,343
Posted By Jas415-1942
GVWR and towing license

If the GVWR of his tow vehicle is over 12000 lbs and his 5th wheel is over 14000 (combined GVWR is over 26,000 lbs), he needs a Class A non commercial in many states.

Towing vehicle GVWR is...
Forum: Just Conversation 02-22-2019, 06:53 AM
Replies: 828
Views: 70,106
Posted By Jas415-1942
ev

I see a lot of comments about charging/re-charging, power, inconvenience, convenience, etc.. Those comments are similar to the comments, both praising, and derogatory regarding every major invention...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-21-2019, 03:29 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 15,376
Posted By Jas415-1942
free market

A free market works as long as everything is pretty much equal. Walmart has bankrupted and closed thousands of US businesses with their volume buying. Mom and Pop stores cannot stay in business...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-14-2019, 06:44 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 18,139
Posted By Jas415-1942
"Seniors"

First if it wasnt for us seniors having a 'significant other', either long or short term, all you whippersnappers would not be here!
Second, some states, Texas for one, requires a non commercial...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 02-12-2019, 06:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,985
Posted By Jas415-1942
coin shooting

If you dug the nails at the beach you are on the right path. On the beaches the fingers sort of contract and rings suddenly become loose and get lost! Gold is odd in it has a different tone and...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 02-12-2019, 06:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,621
Posted By Jas415-1942
panning

Also, lots of 'online' 'gold dirt' sellers. They are mostly concentrates from a sluice or dry wash. I am sure they are 'salted' but you get a bag or can of 'dirt' for a price, it has a quantity of...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 02-11-2019, 04:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,621
Posted By Jas415-1942
Ck out GPAA. Lots of claims and most have gold...

Ck out GPAA. Lots of claims and most have gold to some degree. Many have RV spots on or near.
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 02-11-2019, 04:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,985
Posted By Jas415-1942
Just detecting coins and not really looking for...

Just detecting coins and not really looking for relics. There are 'clad stabbers' who get a lot of modern coins, post '64, and there are 'coin shooters' and both are the same.

Quarters, halves,...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 02-11-2019, 04:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,985
Posted By Jas415-1942
metal detecting

Been detecting for about 25 years now, hard at it since 2002 and retiring. Lots of things to remember when starting in the hobby.
1. Whatever machine you get LEARN it! make yourself a test...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 02-08-2019, 06:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,634
Posted By Jas415-1942
Metal detecting

I have been doing that for the past 25 years. I retired in 2002 from the FAA and over the past 6 years have dug over 40,000 coins, over 1,000 silver coins (all dimes, quarters and haves made before...
Forum: Just Conversation 02-08-2019, 06:03 PM
Replies: 828
Views: 70,106
Posted By Jas415-1942
EV

As with every invention or improvement there are many new issues to deal with. I for one like the idea of an electric vehicle, but the 'charging issue' is a real one! Now if all the Exxons,...
Forum: Southwest Region 02-08-2019, 05:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,472
Posted By Jas415-1942
Around Houston

Still stuck in traffic at 610 at the Galleria area.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-30-2019, 06:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 637
Posted By Jas415-1942
Dealer cost???

https://seedealercost.com/recreational-vehicles/browse/manufacturer

Dont know the validity, but it is interesting! Got boats, outboards, recreational vehicle, etc..
Forum: Workkamping & Volunteering 01-20-2019, 04:18 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 20,864
Posted By Jas415-1942
Photo

I think if I were asked for a photo and I felt it was not legal, I would file a complaint with the local EEO state folks and then the feds. Sort of like seeing a burglary taking place. If you...
Forum: Just Conversation 01-03-2019, 07:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,810
Posted By Jas415-1942
Metal detector

The Ace 200/250/300 and up are all really good machines. The Equinox series came on the market last year and they have dominated sales since with all the features at a very reasonable price.
The...
Forum: Just Conversation 01-02-2019, 06:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,810
Posted By Jas415-1942
Metal detector

I have been detecting for over 25 years now, had several brands. Now use the Minelab Equinox 800 and CTX3030. Your choice of the Ace 250 is a good one. Inexpensive and a pretty good machine. As...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-31-2018, 07:08 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,527
Posted By Jas415-1942
tow capacity

In reading some of the material on your coach, but I didnt have the model year, many have the small diesel with an Allison 2100 transmission. Yeah, you could probably tow the Expedition, but the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-31-2018, 06:40 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,427
Posted By Jas415-1942
oil disposal

I take mine to Auto Zone, about 5 blocks away, and they take it free! I have 4 of the round flat covered 5 gallon plastic containers, about 10" high, and they fit under perfectly. Pour spout and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-31-2018, 06:35 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 21,416
Posted By Jas415-1942
traveling thru Houston

AS for driving thru Houston, NEVER EVER try to use 610 West around the Galleria area. Do whatever is needed to avoid it as it is a bumper to bumper, stop and go every day, 24/365 almost all day...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-30-2018, 05:28 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 26,464
Posted By Jas415-1942
Dead on correct! Everyone of us made money and...

Dead on correct! Everyone of us made money and never complained about making 'too much money'! The simple answer is 'do it yourself', shop around, or pay the bill. Shopping around isnt all that...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-29-2018, 03:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,592
Posted By Jas415-1942
fire extinguishers recall

On the subject of fires, all of us have fire extinguishers in the coach and the cars usually, but Kidde has recalled almost every one they ever produced. If you have a 5 or 10 year old extinguisher,...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 11-23-2018, 04:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,308
Posted By Jas415-1942
First Camper trip

Yesterday at our Thanksgiving gathering one of our friends, from Canada, was telling us about his very first camper trip. Bought a new pull behind and he, his wife and another couple decided to try...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-23-2018, 10:24 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 26,464
Posted By Jas415-1942
service costs

I guess I will be q bit different on this, I dont think the overall fee is all that bad! Just parts alone is over $425 online. Good labor is expensive anywhere.

Many of the posters talking...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-18-2018, 06:57 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 23,176
Posted By Jas415-1942
open or closed

I believe that on my 01 Diplomat, there are 3 tanks, potable water, gray and black. To my knowledge they are all sealed and the only interconnection is the ability to put potable water into the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-03-2018, 07:41 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 23,176
Posted By Jas415-1942
wet wipes vs Makeup facial wipes

After 35 years in municipal water and sewer operations, and the advent of 'flushable wipes' we find there are two types, one is not an issue and the other costs millions of dollars a year to clean...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-30-2018, 03:14 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 23,176
Posted By Jas415-1942
Thanks You! Common sense, otherwise we would all...

Thanks You! Common sense, otherwise we would all be putting valves on our house sewers to keep them closed!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-16-2018, 06:09 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,278
Posted By Jas415-1942
tv mount

Mounting Dream MD2210 Lockable RV TV Wall Mount for Most 17-39 Inch LED, LCD, OLED and Flat Screen TVs on Motor Home Camper Truck Trailer with Swivel/Tilt/Extension Arms up to VESA 200x200mm and 44LBS
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-14-2018, 07:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,278
Posted By Jas415-1942
tv mount

I searched around a bit and found a mount that pulls out, swivels, tilts, and when pushed back in will latch in position with a small cord hanging down about an inch below the TV. Pull the cord and...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-13-2018, 12:36 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 20,523
Posted By Jas415-1942
Oil change

I agree with you! Nowhere on the bill does it say anything about 2 more quarts and $39.95, nor does is say anything about 22 quarts. He got ripped a bit on labor, usually shop labor is about $100...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-16-2018, 08:27 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,922
Posted By Jas415-1942
RV Use

Retired from FAA, 12 years as controller and the rest in management, after 35 years in 2002. Bought the RV, '01 Diplomat, in '04 with 29,000 miles on it. Was planning on following my youngest son...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-25-2018, 12:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,784
Posted By Jas415-1942
Air horns

Well, that was so simple it was silly! Cranked up the rv, got all the air up, shut everything down, opened the hatch below driver side, hit the horn and heard air wizzing out.

Went down and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-23-2018, 06:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,784
Posted By Jas415-1942
air hours

Thanks for all the info, I will take on the task of getting mine working now. They suddenly quit about 2 years ago.
Forum: South Central Region 07-16-2018, 06:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,577
Posted By Jas415-1942
TDL

To me the issue is why did the state do something without finishing it? It isnt complex to create a written and driving test that fits the uniqueness of an rv. The idea that driving an RV 'needs'...
Forum: South Central Region 07-07-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,577
Posted By Jas415-1942
TDL

I reported the stolen/borrowed plates to the local constables office. Also, i read on some areas that in getting the driving test, some sites are requiring the driver to parallel park the...
Forum: South Central Region 06-27-2018, 06:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,577
Posted By Jas415-1942
Texas Licenses

The aggravating part about mine was getting new plates for it a month ago, someone stole/borrowed mine, and they did not ask about the drivers license. I guess they dont have to but I was not aware...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-25-2018, 08:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,060
Posted By Jas415-1942
Toyo

Three weeks ago I had six 255/70/22.5 Toyos installed at the storage lot on our '01 Diplomat. Cana Tire in Houston came out got them all on and was gone in less than two hours. $2374.00 Michelins...
Forum: South Central Region 06-25-2018, 06:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,577
Posted By Jas415-1942
Texas DL

As I read this new law, it is all about the driver getting the required license for a rig above 26000 lbs. I have been driving our coach for 15 years and was told I did not need a cdl or special...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 06-03-2018, 06:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,614
Posted By Jas415-1942
If you do that I suggest as others did, to put a...

If you do that I suggest as others did, to put a 1"x1' frame around the edges for additional support. Pre-drill the holes shallow and if it is going to be permanent, then add some wood glue around...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 06-02-2018, 06:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,052
Posted By Jas415-1942
Testing Magnadyne VCS-6

The video distribution device, a simple push button one that is not powered, may or may not be working. So I used a Klein coax tester on it and it says 'open' on every switch, no matter what...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 05-18-2018, 08:10 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,888
Posted By Jas415-1942
Air Traffic Controller

Go into any branch that will guarantee him a shot at ATC. 3 ro 4 years and he gets out, gets a job with the FAA or many foreign companies needing controllers. The money is stupid for no college! ...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-18-2018, 07:21 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 591,231
Posted By Jas415-1942
Question??

I think the simplest solution is to remove the Ttrac Star and either install a G3 on the roof or a traveler. I think I would have less future issues doing that.

Thanks for the assist.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-18-2018, 05:44 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 591,231
Posted By Jas415-1942
Old question

I can find lots of posts regarding the old Trac Star 360, but the question I need answered I cannot find: Can a person take the Genie system and receiver and hook it up to the old Trac Star and will...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-14-2018, 04:26 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,945
Posted By Jas415-1942
Using Genie in the RV

We have several Genie's in the home and are considering installing the Direct
TV Traveler Slimline SWM on the RV. So, question is, can I just pull the HD receiver from the house and 2 genies,...
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