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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-01-2022, 11:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 334
Posted By JeepTJ5
In my coach there is a separate air dump solenoid...

In my coach there is a separate air dump solenoid for front and rear. Mine are mounted in the rear near the radiator. When you operate the dump switch check to see that both solenoids are...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-25-2021, 08:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,865
Posted By JeepTJ5
On my 2005, the sensor for the dash gauge is...

On my 2005, the sensor for the dash gauge is behind the alternator and closer to the center of the engine. That's why the service guy found the wires. The sensor is round and threaded into a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-21-2021, 09:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 633
Posted By JeepTJ5
Check the ground connection in the front. In my...

Check the ground connection in the front. In my coach, the ground connection to the frame was a threaded stud welded to the metal tubes that make up the front area (i.e. the firewall area) They are...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-29-2021, 09:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 656
Posted By JeepTJ5
I have an ISB (300) and the pump they called a...

I have an ISB (300) and the pump they called a transfer pump was not functioning. They replaced it and the engine now runs as before. The pump was not leaking, it just didn't work anymore.(The pump...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-26-2021, 08:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 656
Posted By JeepTJ5
It has been confirmed that Roadmaster did not put...

It has been confirmed that Roadmaster did not put in a fuel strainer. I have had the problem diagnosed and it appears the lift pump is not working. A new one will be installed today and I HOPE I...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-24-2021, 07:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 656
Posted By JeepTJ5
Fuel Strainer on Roadmastter RR4R Chassis?

Does anyone know if the Roadmaster RR4R chassis has a "hidden" fuel strainer between the fuel tank and the first fuel filter? My coach has lost power, and I changed the fuel filters with no joy. I...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-19-2021, 09:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 540
Posted By JeepTJ5
Well this is embarrassing. I was on the phone...

Well this is embarrassing. I was on the phone with the shop this morning and I come to find out they were talking about the A/C compressor not the air compressor. That's why he told me it wasn't a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-18-2021, 09:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 540
Posted By JeepTJ5
Jim: Thanks, I found the compressor. ...

Jim:
Thanks, I found the compressor.

You are right, the site is very confusing. I had a login a long time ago, but when I tried to use it, I couldn't get in. Finally I just made a new acct....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-17-2021, 08:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 540
Posted By JeepTJ5
Thanks to all who replied. My build...

Thanks to all who replied.



My build sheet only lists the engine, not the compressor. I went to Quickserve and using my engine serial number nothing comes up for the compressor. (Actually 3...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-16-2021, 02:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 540
Posted By JeepTJ5
HR Neptune Air Compressor Info needed

I have a 2005 Holiday Rambler Neptune (same as Monaco Cayman) and the engine driven air compressor has gone out. (Actually leaking oil) (Cummins ISB-300 Engine) Service place has not been able to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-08-2021, 10:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,546
Posted By JeepTJ5
I am sorry to say I don't know how the wire is...

I am sorry to say I don't know how the wire is routed, I couldn't trace it in my coach. What I did was route the new wire through the trough on the passenger side of the coach above the ceiling.* I...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-30-2021, 08:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By JeepTJ5
Thank you all for your replies. Looks like the...

Thank you all for your replies. Looks like the TST gets the most votes. I really appreciate you all taking your time to reply. Such a great community. Be safe and have fun. Don
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-29-2021, 07:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By JeepTJ5
Tire Pressure Monitoring Suggestions

I am looking for a recommendation on a GOOD TPMS system. I need a system that supports 10 tire monitors - 6 on coach and 4 on trailer and a readable color monitor. (not a phone system.) I have...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-09-2020, 08:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,139
Posted By JeepTJ5
I just replaced my light and I had to lengthen...

I just replaced my light and I had to lengthen the wire, so I had to trace it. In my coach it runs from the driver's side tail light cluster diagonally up to the hole for the light. You can see in...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-20-2020, 10:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 549
Posted By JeepTJ5
On my coach, a 2005, the air dump solenoids are...

On my coach, a 2005, the air dump solenoids are located just inside the rear engine doors on the passenger side of the area. If I recall correctly, they are mounted to the radiator/charge air cooler...
Forum: Boondocking 07-10-2020, 04:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,402
Posted By JeepTJ5
Thanks to everyone who replied. There's such a...

Thanks to everyone who replied. There's such a wealth of information among us IRV2 members!


My best to all.


Don
Forum: Boondocking 07-03-2020, 02:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,402
Posted By JeepTJ5
Overnight At Cabela's in Mitchell, Sd.

Has anyone stayed at the Cablea's in Mitchell, SD. recently? I am getting mixed signals as to whether you can overnight there? Any recent stay reports would be appreciated. Thanks!!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-03-2020, 01:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 745
Posted By JeepTJ5
I have to agree with YC1. I have a cheap analog...

I have to agree with YC1. I have a cheap analog plug-in voltmeter I got from CW and it reads really high when my batteries are fully charged and the inverter is on. 130+. Measuring it with a good...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-25-2020, 12:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 366
Posted By JeepTJ5
Monaco/HR with SCS/Frigette Step

I know this topic has been discussed many times on this forum, but I just had to replace my step motor and I got the part from NAPA - shipped to my home for about $50. I got the part number by...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-21-2020, 08:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,043
Posted By JeepTJ5
Check the breakers on your inverter. Normally...

Check the breakers on your inverter. Normally the fridge is powered off of a non-inverted outlet, and the ice maker is powered from the inverter, but on my coach when I got it, they were reversed. ...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-18-2020, 02:57 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 20,080
Posted By JeepTJ5
Moochdocking at my nephew's home in Southern...

Moochdocking at my nephew's home in Southern California. Absolutely beautiful view on top of a hill with a pool and electricity. Just wish they'd invite me more often! ;-) :dance:
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-13-2020, 04:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,620
Posted By JeepTJ5
Paul: While the initial cost of Lithium is much...

Paul: While the initial cost of Lithium is much higher, if you look at the cost over time, all the studies I have seen show the cost of Lithium is much lower. But, of course, there's that sticker...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-13-2020, 09:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,620
Posted By JeepTJ5
To Windsorbill: Glad you asked. My coach just...

To Windsorbill:
Glad you asked. My coach just had a relay to connect the chassis battery and coach batteries together while driving. That won't do for lithium, and yes Battle Born can supply a BIM...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-12-2020, 12:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,620
Posted By JeepTJ5
I have to agree with Vito. While pricey, 4...

I have to agree with Vito. While pricey, 4 golf-cart sized lithium batteries will give twice the usable capacity you now have at less than half the weight of your current batteries - not to mention...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-15-2020, 09:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 976
Posted By JeepTJ5
Gentlemen: Thanks so much for your quick...

Gentlemen:

Thanks so much for your quick replies. Nice to know there's so much help available out there. I did find the replacement part on Veurinks RV web site in Michigan. (findmyrvparts.com)...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-14-2020, 10:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 976
Posted By JeepTJ5
Replace Muffler 2005 HR Neptune

Does anyone have a part number or a source for a replacement part for the muffler in the 2005 Holiday Rambler Neptune. The engine is a Cummins ISB-300. Mine has finally rusted out. Thanks!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-09-2020, 11:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,833
Posted By JeepTJ5
I have the "Trik-L-Start" installed for about 10...

I have the "Trik-L-Start" installed for about 10 years now and it works great. (Max 5 amps) I use solar to charge my batteries mostly, and the Trik-L-Start sips power from the house batteries to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-12-2019, 09:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,602
Posted By JeepTJ5
Check the ground.

I had my lights fail in my 2005 Neptune and found a loose ground lug in the front area. It was actually behind a wiring loom and hard to see. I moved all the looms as much as possible and finally...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-18-2019, 11:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 546
Posted By JeepTJ5
Thanks BR, sounds like a good solution for me.

Thanks BR, sounds like a good solution for me.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-16-2019, 02:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 546
Posted By JeepTJ5
Spring/Summer RV Storage - Chicago

Does anyone have any ideas of where to store a 34 foot Motorhome in the northern suburbs of Chicago? I need to store mine this spring/summer.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-15-2018, 08:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 709
Posted By JeepTJ5
Also, because the FM band is between VHF channels...

Also, because the FM band is between VHF channels 6 and 7 most any TV booster would work, unless it is for UHF only - where many digital TV stations are now. Still there are many VHF TV stations out...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-22-2018, 08:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,557
Posted By JeepTJ5
In all my experience the display will blank out...

In all my experience the display will blank out in 50 amps because the two legs (when connected to 50 amp shore power) are out of phase and cancel - so the reading would be meaningless.* When on...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-01-2018, 09:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 541
Posted By JeepTJ5
Dadej is most likely right. Usually when you...

Dadej is most likely right. Usually when you have multiple gauges impacted it is a ground wire problem. Best quick fix (or test), is to find a common ground spot on the dash assembly and route a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-24-2018, 08:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,282
Posted By JeepTJ5
You can also get a free "Pike Pass" so you don't...

You can also get a free "Pike Pass" so you don't have to stop at the toll gates. Probably not necessary if you're only going to use the road once. I travel occasionally on the pike, and it's nice...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-15-2017, 09:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,152
Posted By JeepTJ5
I had the same issue with the current monitor and...

I had the same issue with the current monitor and the correct breakers not being on. They don't tell you anything about it, you just have to figure it out...

The sensor for current is on the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-17-2017, 09:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 769
Posted By JeepTJ5
If the unit has a 50 amp power cord and works...

If the unit has a 50 amp power cord and works properly, then maybe the 30 amp adapter is bad. When running on 30 amp power, both hot legs of the 50 amp cord are connected together, so maybe one leg...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-17-2017, 08:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 785
Posted By JeepTJ5
If you get your transfer switch to work again, I...

If you get your transfer switch to work again, I HIGHLY recommend that you DO NOT transfer under load. If you're on mains power and want to use the generator, turn off all the loads in the coach -...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-18-2017, 02:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 940
Posted By JeepTJ5
Regarding #2 above, Its not a good idea to remove...

Regarding #2 above, Its not a good idea to remove the battery connection from a solar controller without first disconnecting the solar panels. The controller gets its operating power from the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-18-2017, 01:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 718
Posted By JeepTJ5
House Control Panel Meter

The digital Battery Voltage meter in the house control panel has expired in my 2005 Holiday Rambler Neptune. Does anyone know of a direct replacement, or something that will fit in the hole and not...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-07-2016, 12:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,700
Posted By JeepTJ5
I have been using Trik L Start for about 4 years...

I have been using Trik L Start for about 4 years and it works wonderfully. I sit for long periods with nothing but solar and the engine starts every time.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-31-2016, 07:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,115
Posted By JeepTJ5
Make sure you have a good strong 12 volts at the...

Make sure you have a good strong 12 volts at the input to the step controller. Measure from ground on the controller to positive. It could be that the ground from coach to to controller is...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-17-2016, 10:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,041
Posted By JeepTJ5
If the fuses are good, check the ground...

If the fuses are good, check the ground connections behind the dash panel. That's where mine were bad.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-17-2015, 09:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,979
Posted By JeepTJ5
The boost switch operates a solenoid that...

The boost switch operates a solenoid that connects the house batteries in parallel with the chassis batteries. If, when you push the boost switch, you hear the solenoid operate (a pretty good clunk)...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-16-2015, 09:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,923
Posted By JeepTJ5
Really happy for you that it was nothing serious....

Really happy for you that it was nothing serious. Your advice about installing batteries (above) is very good - especially about taking a picture. That's big help in making sure you got everything...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-13-2015, 02:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,923
Posted By JeepTJ5
Check all the wires that lead from the positive...

Check all the wires that lead from the positive terminals of the chassis batteries that DON'T go through the master off switch. See if there are any fuses in-line. There are several circuits that...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-12-2015, 03:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 951
Posted By JeepTJ5
My ice maker water line burst under the refer. I...

My ice maker water line burst under the refer. I bought a new piece of like tubing and pulled the new line in with the old line as the puller. If the old line is gone, try using a fish tape or a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-10-2015, 10:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,895
Posted By JeepTJ5
If, as you say, there is no power either from the...

If, as you say, there is no power either from the mains power or generator, but you do have some 110VAC power from the inverter, then I'd check the main breakers and the wiring to the main breakers. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-07-2015, 09:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,619
Posted By JeepTJ5
You might want to look into the "See-Level"...

You might want to look into the "See-Level" system. I am seriously considering this system for my coach. The tank sensors add on externally, do not penetrate the tanks and are supposed to work very...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-02-2015, 08:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 779
Posted By JeepTJ5
Here is a product I used with great success. It...

Here is a product I used with great success. It is probably no better than what is mentioned above, but it is available at Home Depot, so it can be picked up locally. I'm not a big Home Depot fan,...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-16-2015, 02:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,444
Posted By JeepTJ5
I don't know what happened to your callback, but...

I don't know what happened to your callback, but he called me back within 1 hour of my call. Very pleasant and helpful, and I think he has what I need!
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