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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-06-2012, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13,636
Views: 2,139,002
Posted By Jim Stewart
A new Dasmat! Our 2 new Kitties like the taste of...

A new Dasmat! Our 2 new Kitties like the taste of the Dashboard!!!!!!
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-04-2012, 02:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,591
Posted By Jim Stewart
Most often a supply demand issue. It has and...

Most often a supply demand issue. It has and still does take awhile to order one. They are normally building fewer than they can sell especially the Phaeton.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-21-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 17,098
Posted By Jim Stewart
Hello and cograts on the Safari. We have a 2005...

Hello and cograts on the Safari. We have a 2005 Safari Cheetah 38PDQ and have no major problems with it. The Safari was the lower line in the Monaco Family but used the majority of the same...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-18-2012, 05:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,047
Posted By Jim Stewart
You may want to dig further on the owners. MHs of...

You may want to dig further on the owners. MHs of that era were subject to repo. A repo could change hands 2 to 3 times before a final sale. The last person could have bought it and it just wasn't...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-28-2012, 02:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,725
Posted By Jim Stewart
Phone number for parts 1-800-356-0766 #5...

Phone number for parts 1-800-356-0766 #5 (503-656-2280)
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-28-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,725
Posted By Jim Stewart
Mine did that too, called Splendide US and they...

Mine did that too, called Splendide US and they sold me the part directly. Door handle is expensive a Hundred or so and it was easy to replace. Just pay attention to how you take it apart to pu it...
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-05-2012, 06:23 PM
Replies: 533
Views: 183,892
Posted By Jim Stewart
Just a note to point out that the Ford and Chevy...

Just a note to point out that the Ford and Chevy comparison is not in the same ballpark. Monaco owned 50% of Roadmaster and Navistar owned 50% of Roadmaster, Roadmaster made the defective Chassis....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-05-2012, 06:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,977
Posted By Jim Stewart
I have a 2005 Cheetah 38PDQ and we like it. Ditto...

I have a 2005 Cheetah 38PDQ and we like it. Ditto on the trailing arms. Have not had a problem with the Cat Diesel, there have been a few that have had a problem with the fan bearings...
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-31-2011, 10:54 AM
Replies: 533
Views: 183,892
Posted By Jim Stewart
Most often, there is no difference in the ride...

Most often, there is no difference in the ride before the failure. The best way to tell is to perform the inspection yourself or take it to a dealer who has replaced the trailing arms before....
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 06-08-2011, 06:50 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,144
Posted By Jim Stewart
Let's leave the Military pay alone and just have...

Let's leave the Military pay alone and just have the Lobbiests pay their bribes to the military instead of the politicials!
Forum: Just Conversation 04-05-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,646
Posted By Jim Stewart
We had the choice to make several years ago and...

We had the choice to make several years ago and decided on Florida.

No income tax
Reasonable sale tax (6-7.5%)
Reasonable vehicle registration and insurance
Reasonable real estate tax and is...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-29-2011, 05:25 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 12,612
Posted By Jim Stewart
He don't know S..t from Shinola! Butch Wax ...

He don't know S..t from Shinola!

Butch Wax

Razor Strap

Sheenee Man

Baby Moons
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-28-2011, 08:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,470
Posted By Jim Stewart
The reason he is asking $70K for his unit is the...

The reason he is asking $70K for his unit is the Dealer probably offered Him $45-50 on a trade for the Class A. The $70K is way too high from the owner, he could not do anywhere near that well on a...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-28-2011, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,051
Posted By Jim Stewart
In most cases, you can get a decent new Laptop...

In most cases, you can get a decent new Laptop with almost latest technology for the mid $300.00 range. We have two 15.6 inch laptops that we use at home and while traveling.

We use a Virgin...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-28-2011, 07:02 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,015
Posted By Jim Stewart
Here is link for Monacoers! Monacoers :...

Here is link for Monacoers!

Monacoers : Monacoers (https://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Monacoers/)
Forum: Boondocking 03-22-2011, 05:35 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,438
Posted By Jim Stewart
We live in Florida and from our sticks and...

We live in Florida and from our sticks and bricks, the gray water goes to a retention pond and the black goes into the sewer system. This is mandatory in Florida for any new construction.

The...
Forum: Pop Up, Tent Trailer and Teardrop Topics 03-20-2011, 08:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,262
Posted By Jim Stewart
What does the current seam look like, if it is a...

What does the current seam look like, if it is a 3 to 4 inch wide tape, it is probably a product called eternabond. If it is, it can be removed by some light heat and scrapping, cleaned and redone...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-20-2011, 08:29 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,015
Posted By Jim Stewart
If you think RV.Net Moderators are a little...

If you think RV.Net Moderators are a little harsh, you should try Monacoers. Those Guys are about as bad as it gets. If you make a statement, true or not, they will jump you and say you are full of...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-20-2011, 08:15 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 13,936
Posted By Jim Stewart
Why hold back, why don't you just tell us how you...

Why hold back, why don't you just tell us how you feel about Cubans!
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-20-2011, 08:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,030
Posted By Jim Stewart
Try putting some food coloring in the water in...

Try putting some food coloring in the water in the drain of the shower and check again. Then try each drain one at a time. This may help you determine if it is a drain. If it is a drain, the drip...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 03-20-2011, 05:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,893
Posted By Jim Stewart
I have a Safari Cheetah and have taken the...

I have a Safari Cheetah and have taken the mirrors off from above the stove and next to the sink. I assume that all the mirrors, mounting and wall surfaces are all the same.

It was fairly easy...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-12-2011, 05:52 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 66,055
Posted By Jim Stewart
Both internal and external fans work for...

Both internal and external fans work for different conditions.

The internal fans circulate air and keep the fins from building up excessive ice during humid conditions and the constant opening...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-06-2011, 01:37 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 13,207
Posted By Jim Stewart
Sounds about right!

Sounds about right!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-02-2011, 09:47 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,734
Posted By Jim Stewart
To answer the original question "Do Dealers think...

To answer the original question "Do Dealers think we are all stupid"?

No, just the ones that drive onto their lots!
Forum: New Member Check-In 03-02-2011, 09:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,334
Posted By Jim Stewart
You could do what a Lady did that we met about 12...

You could do what a Lady did that we met about 12 years ago.

Her and her Husband had retired, sold it all and bought a 5th wheel. About 6 months into the adventure, he suddenly passed away. She...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-28-2011, 05:01 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,351
Posted By Jim Stewart
Most prior (do not know about present) Monaco...

Most prior (do not know about present) Monaco Product Lines had three not four jacks. That is why it is slides, dump air and then level. On a three jack system, if you level then extend the slides,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-25-2011, 09:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,212
Posted By Jim Stewart
Like this idea, I will give this a try too!

Like this idea, I will give this a try too!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-25-2011, 09:01 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 15,237
Posted By Jim Stewart
If you have the cash and don't need it as a...

If you have the cash and don't need it as a cushion and you are not making as much on the money as the interest after tax deductions, then pay cash. If the aforementioned does not apply, finance.
...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 02-24-2011, 08:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 910
Posted By Jim Stewart
We went to leave a site one morning, I started it...

We went to leave a site one morning, I started it up, retracted the jacks, aired it up, took in the slides and started outside the door to help the DW. As I opened the door, I noticed the scenery...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-24-2011, 08:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,341
Posted By Jim Stewart
We too have the Spendide Combo and have found...

We too have the Spendide Combo and have found that if you stop the dry cycle before complete with the clothes still slightly damp, shake them out and hang them up to finish drying, it reduces the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-24-2011, 08:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 18,692
Posted By Jim Stewart
For those that have this problem, or will have,...

For those that have this problem, or will have, there is usually a precursor to the complete failure. It will go out and a reset at the door switch will fix the problem. If you don't want to do it...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-24-2011, 08:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 876
Posted By Jim Stewart
The I-Pad II due out soon should make it a more...

The I-Pad II due out soon should make it a more versatile product!
Forum: Just Conversation 02-21-2011, 07:35 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,594
Posted By Jim Stewart
Our current tax code was designed to control...

Our current tax code was designed to control behavior! The mortgage interest tax credit was meant to spur housing purchases (see where that got us). The deductions for IRAs and tax deferred...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-20-2011, 09:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,044
Posted By Jim Stewart
It's easy to tell the old Guys, there the ones...

It's easy to tell the old Guys, there the ones with the rusty zippers and yellow tennis shoes!
Forum: Just Conversation 02-20-2011, 08:56 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,489
Posted By Jim Stewart
Maybe it would help if the 57% of the American...

Maybe it would help if the 57% of the American Workforce that pays NO INCOME TAX would just pay something, just a thought DUH! No that's stupid, let's let the top 5% of earners that pay 60% of all...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-12-2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,466
Posted By Jim Stewart
We use the MIFI (Virgin Mobile $40/month, no...

We use the MIFI (Virgin Mobile $40/month, no contract) in our MH and Sticks and Bricks. Have three laptops that travel to both places and keep wireless printers in both places. We use it as a router...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-29-2011, 03:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,165
Posted By Jim Stewart
It may help, the relay is big about 4 inchs tall...

It may help, the relay is big about 4 inchs tall and bell or cylinder shaped. There should be a thick red battery type cable attached on one side and another one going out the other sid. The switch...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-29-2011, 03:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,073
Posted By Jim Stewart
DC is for Direct Current DC LO flashing is low 12...

DC is for Direct Current DC LO flashing is low 12 volt, (often bad or low batteries), DC HI flashing is high 12 volt supply (I do not know most common reason). I have not heard of DC re unless you...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 01-27-2011, 06:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,642
Posted By Jim Stewart
If you have not pulled a trailer with the Van...

If you have not pulled a trailer with the Van before, here are a few tips.

Check your tongue weight. Vans are light in the rear and often need a little more weight on the hitch to prevent...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-11-2011, 06:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,285
Posted By Jim Stewart
I bought large fishing weights and tie-wrapped...

I bought large fishing weights and tie-wrapped them to each grommet. I put the covers over the tire and flip the weights behind the tire. Holds them in the winds, keeps them from flapping and are...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-10-2011, 05:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 23,033
Posted By Jim Stewart
Is it the deadbolt or other lock? It may be...

Is it the deadbolt or other lock? It may be cheaper and safer to drill out the lock and then just replace it.
Forum: Full-Timers 01-10-2011, 04:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,496
Posted By Jim Stewart
We stored 8,000 lbs of "stuff" for 12 years at...

We stored 8,000 lbs of "stuff" for 12 years at $210.83 a month. We fulltimed for 3.5 years and got bored and started another business. We were too busy to bother getting it so there it sat. This past...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-03-2011, 05:41 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 34,590
Posted By Jim Stewart
We have had Dish Network in the sticks and bricks...

We have had Dish Network in the sticks and bricks for awhile, when we travel, I take the receiver and put it in the MH. When I get to a location, I call Dish and change my address so I can get the...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-31-2010, 07:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,537
Posted By Jim Stewart
Diesel is different than gas in a few respects:...

Diesel is different than gas in a few respects: Water and Microbes. The water can condensate in the tank with temperature changes and is most often collected in the fuel water seperator filter. Make...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-12-2010, 06:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,182
Posted By Jim Stewart
I had this problem on a Newmar Mountainaire and...

I had this problem on a Newmar Mountainaire and had to extend the length of the wires for it to work.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-12-2010, 07:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,979
Posted By Jim Stewart
If you are storing for an extended period (6...

If you are storing for an extended period (6 months or more) it can be $40-$60/month. Short term (1 to 5 months) it can run $100-$200/month. If you are only going to be gone a few weeks, probably...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 12-12-2010, 07:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,505
Posted By Jim Stewart
Sounds like you have it covered! If you are more...

Sounds like you have it covered! If you are more than a few days, beware of the condensation on the interior windows due to the difference between outside and inside temps. A light in the utility bay...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-26-2010, 04:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,356
Posted By Jim Stewart
Leaving all cabinet doors under sinks etc. help...

Leaving all cabinet doors under sinks etc. help keep lines from freezing, the inside may be 60 degrees, but at the walls where pipes are inside the cabinets can be well below freezing. Also make sure...
Forum: Damon 11-26-2010, 04:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,456
Posted By Jim Stewart
How many miles. After the belt is replaced if the...

How many miles. After the belt is replaced if the hub wobbles or squals, as stated above, the fan bearing is normally bad. The Cat C7 has a sealed bearing and are they noted for failure at about...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-20-2010, 06:05 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 9,172
Posted By Jim Stewart
Profiling is not wrong, it is the only sensible...

Profiling is not wrong, it is the only sensible answer! Sadly, we have become victims of the ACLU!
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