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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-06-2024, 05:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,544
Posted By maint1
I put the Haier in over 2 years ago and love it....

I put the Haier in over 2 years ago and love it. We don't dry camp much but when we do it runs off the inverter with no problem. It doesn't have an ice maker but we don't miss it. Doors open even...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-05-2024, 11:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 176
Posted By maint1
Regular socket will not work. It has to be very...

Regular socket will not work. It has to be very thin to get to the element
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-05-2024, 10:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 176
Posted By maint1
Water Heater

Does anyone know a a quality socket for removing the electric water heater element.
The ones I have found on line say they are not for rv use. I have one of the stamped steel ones already, but it's...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-14-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 314
Posted By maint1
Roof Cracks

I own a 2002 Windsor and on my latest roof inspection have noticed some very large cracks in the fiber glass. The area covered in white looks fine, but the painted area over the front has some deep...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-21-2023, 08:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 785
Posted By maint1
I replaced mine with a Haier. They are part of GE...

I replaced mine with a Haier. They are part of GE now. Model HRQ16N3BGS
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-09-2023, 05:03 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 14,700
Posted By maint1
The list of automatics that allow you to flat tow...

The list of automatics that allow you to flat tow is getting smaller all the time. Plus we live out west and the list of places to go over dirt and unmaintained roads is long. Kind of serves a dual...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-21-2023, 11:10 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,986
Posted By maint1
Wife and I just spent 15,000 to remodel our 02...

Wife and I just spent 15,000 to remodel our 02 Windsor. I understand more and more people are doing the same. The cabinets and tile work is far superior to what you find in the median priced models...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-03-2023, 09:43 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,724
Posted By maint1
I live in Las Vegas and have gone to Pahrump...

I live in Las Vegas and have gone to Pahrump regularly for years. Have noticed in the last few years more RV parks installing fencing and gates. Where we now stay has 24 hour gate security. Next time...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-07-2022, 03:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 723
Posted By maint1
Got mine at nwrvsupply.com in Eugene, OR. The...

Got mine at nwrvsupply.com in Eugene, OR. The part code on the order was GEN-v8d1. It has 6 pins not 5 like all the others I was looking at. The 5 pin might work because I think the 6th pin was for...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-20-2021, 09:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,961
Posted By maint1
I replaced both of my furnace blower motors by...

I replaced both of my furnace blower motors by removing the outside cover. As mentioned utube has videos showing how. Squirrel cage blower came off easy, but the exhaust blowers never came off. Had...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-18-2021, 11:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 412
Posted By maint1
You will have to do an on line search for any...

You will have to do an on line search for any gold fixture. Gold fixtures used to be the color of choice but they have fallen out of style. Every gold fixture I have had to replace I have found on...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-28-2021, 09:38 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,803
Posted By maint1
You might also look at the Haier model...

You might also look at the Haier model HRQ16N3BGS. It has two doors top amd two doors on the bottom. Makes it easy to open the doors when the slides are in. Doesn't have an ice maker but I was done...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-30-2021, 09:30 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 19,416
Posted By maint1
Have been asked for pictures more than once but...

Have been asked for pictures more than once but never turned away. It kind of irritates me but I'm sure they have their reasons.
Forum: Cummins Engines 01-26-2021, 05:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,849
Posted By maint1
I live out west and believe me, sooner or later...

I live out west and believe me, sooner or later your going to need extra stopping power. I am originally from the midwest and didn't know what mountain driving was like until I moved west. Even some...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-28-2020, 10:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,029
Posted By maint1
Carefree stopped making them years ago. They want...

Carefree stopped making them years ago. They want you to buy a new shade. You would think that with todays technology they would be easy enough to copy but I could not find them. Ended up buying a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-23-2020, 09:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,709
Posted By maint1
Look at quartszitervshow.com

Look at quartszitervshow.com
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-21-2020, 11:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 765
Posted By maint1
Tightening the 3 bolts on top didn't stop the...

Tightening the 3 bolts on top didn't stop the leak. Will go to Cummins on monday and look for a new gasket. Pump seems to be working fine so I'm hoping the gasket takes care of it. will report back...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-20-2020, 11:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 765
Posted By maint1
Fuel Leak

I have the Cummins ISC engine in my Windsor and have dicovered a fuel leak. It seems to be coming from a device that is mounted on the right side of the engine right above the starter. It has hoses...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-20-2020, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 614
Posted By maint1
nwrvparts.com carries them also.

nwrvparts.com carries them also.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-20-2020, 12:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 567
Posted By maint1
Thanks for all the good feedback. Turned out to...

Thanks for all the good feedback. Turned out to be the 5 amp fuse on the slide control board. Working again. Didn't know that board was back there as I rarely have a reason to go into that door.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-19-2020, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,109
Posted By maint1
I have towed my 2020 Wrangler several thousand...

I have towed my 2020 Wrangler several thousand miles already without a problem. I have left it stock so I don't know how they handle once people start to modify them for off road. These vehicles are...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-19-2020, 04:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 567
Posted By maint1
No slides

I have done a search but can't find my exact problem. My motorhome is parked at home with the slides in. I went to do some work on it and extend the one slide but it won't move. Tried the other 2 and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-04-2020, 11:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,733
Posted By maint1
Camping World item 69161

Camping World item 69161
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-04-2020, 10:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 980
Posted By maint1
Happens to all of them with age. It seems...

Happens to all of them with age. It seems Carefree stopped making parts so you have to buy a whole new shade. Don't understand why no one has made the replacement part. Must be a licensing issue....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-24-2020, 03:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 380
Posted By maint1
I got mine at nwrvsupply.com

I got mine at nwrvsupply.com
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-27-2020, 09:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,037
Posted By maint1
Thank you for all the input. The inverter manual...

Thank you for all the input. The inverter manual was one thing that was missing from my folder that came with the motorhome. You just saved me a lot of money.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-26-2020, 02:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,037
Posted By maint1
When I ran the microwave the voltage jumped to...

When I ran the microwave the voltage jumped to 123. When it shut off it dropped back to 100v. I'm guessing that means with no load it's not inverting until it needs to.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-26-2020, 02:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,037
Posted By maint1
No load. Using a Fluke multimeter for my readings

No load. Using a Fluke multimeter for my readings
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-26-2020, 01:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,037
Posted By maint1
All plugs are at 103 volts. I have 12.5DC into...

All plugs are at 103 volts. I have 12.5DC into the inverter and 103volt also at the inverter. this is a Trace model RV2012
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-26-2020, 01:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,037
Posted By maint1
Inverter

Just got done replacing the Norcold with a residential fridg. When I turn on the inverter and check voltage I only get 100v at the outlet with no load. I already know this is not enough to run my new...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-11-2020, 10:35 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,996
Posted By maint1
If you come out west make sure you know how to...

If you come out west make sure you know how to drive in the mountains. We have roads you will only see in this part of the country. Coming down a steep grade is usually the white knuckle part.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-09-2020, 11:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,732
Posted By maint1
I use the Diesel Kleen because my 2002 Cummins...

I use the Diesel Kleen because my 2002 Cummins was built before ultra low sulfur fuels we're required. I'm just trying to make up for the lubricating qualities that are missing in the new low sulfur...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-28-2020, 11:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,462
Posted By maint1
Where did you mount the hard wire unit? Where my...

Where did you mount the hard wire unit? Where my coach is parked I cannot get the bay doors open to look around.
Both of the more expensive units do the same things. You just don't want the basic...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-27-2020, 07:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,462
Posted By maint1
Found an RV dealer selling the progressive units...

Found an RV dealer selling the progressive units for $329 and free shipping. Might just spend the extra money and get a life time warranty.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-26-2020, 10:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,462
Posted By maint1
Surge Protectors

I'm looking to buy a surge protector but have it down to two brands. The Progressive PT50X and the Hughs Watchdog PWD50. Can't find allot on the Watchdog. It does have blue tooth but thats not really...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-24-2020, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 582
Posted By maint1
I don't know what year your coach is but I found...

I don't know what year your coach is but I found mine at nwrvsupply.com
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-28-2020, 09:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,057
Posted By maint1
Fan runs all the time. If it changes speed I...

Fan runs all the time. If it changes speed I can't tell the difference. Going to try to connect the lines together to see if it seems to slow down.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-24-2020, 04:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,057
Posted By maint1
I don't see any solenoid in the hyd. lines of the...

I don't see any solenoid in the hyd. lines of the fan. Changed oil and filters just about a month ago. Getting ready to close everything up and drive it. Thanks for all the input. If Monoco wanted...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-23-2020, 05:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,057
Posted By maint1
I never bench tested the old valve. Might have...

I never bench tested the old valve. Might have spent a lot of money for nothing. It looks to me like it does have restrictors on the oil lines. Engine seems to take a long time to warm in the cold...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-23-2020, 02:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,057
Posted By maint1
Swapped oil lines and the fan still runs as soon...

Swapped oil lines and the fan still runs as soon as I start it.As I remember the line closest to the radiator goes to the fan motor. The outer line goes to the hyd. pump. Please don't tell me I might...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-23-2020, 01:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,057
Posted By maint1
Wax valve

I just got done replacing the wax valve because my fan was running all the time. Topped off fluids but as soon as I started it the fan came on full speed. If I swapped the lines putting them back on...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-10-2020, 09:17 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 332
Posted By maint1
Power Shades

On our most recent trip to Quartzsite one of my front windshield power shades fell down. One of the plastic brackets broke from age and I can't find a replacement. I'm not even sure of the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-31-2019, 11:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 574
Posted By maint1
I live in Vegas and used to cover mine in the...

I live in Vegas and used to cover mine in the summer but not the winter. The winter winds would beat the cover up so bad I figured it wasn't worth it. With the mild winters I just wanted to protect...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-18-2019, 10:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,303
Posted By maint1
Just did it the old fashion way. Got a trailer...

Just did it the old fashion way. Got a trailer wiring harness at Harbor Freight and used my old Diodes from my old toad.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-16-2019, 10:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 797
Posted By maint1
Thanks for the reply but I already ordered. By...

Thanks for the reply but I already ordered. By the time these break again I'll be down sizing
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-16-2019, 09:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 797
Posted By maint1
I think I found the latches I need at Northwest...

I think I found the latches I need at Northwest RV Supply. From the dimensions they sent and pictures they should work. Will know for sure when they get here. Part #060-0900. The hardest part to...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-16-2019, 09:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,303
Posted By maint1
Called Roadmaster and they gave me all the...

Called Roadmaster and they gave me all the information I needed. Have been very satisfied dealing with them. I called Hopkins but they don't make a harness for the newer Jeep's.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-13-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 797
Posted By maint1
Compartment Latch

Broke the nylon catch on my bottom storage door of my 02 Windsor. Anyone know who sells replacements and how to go about replacing the original. The originals are pop riveted in but I figure I can...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-13-2019, 08:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,303
Posted By maint1
2020 Wrangler

Getting my new Wrangler ready to tow and I'm not sure of how to wire the lights. The tail lights are LED and I don't have the color coding for what wire is what. Don't think the MH will blow out the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-28-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,778
Posted By maint1
I stopped by JC Refrigeration last month and they...

I stopped by JC Refrigeration last month and they told me that the 120v ac compressor was the way to go. Would prefer to go 12v dc but I don't want to make a $1000 dollar mistake. Let us know how...
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