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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-18-2023, 05:01 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,277
Posted By greystroke
I can see you tried everything possible. My...

I can see you tried everything possible. My Motorhome last year would nt start although it was previously running great. No code on the silver leaf. thought it was my lift pump so I installed a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-28-2023, 06:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 469
Posted By greystroke
Been looking up Inverter/chargers on the internet...

Been looking up Inverter/chargers on the internet with transfer switch. Now I understand fully what you said. Wish i had one.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-28-2023, 10:52 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,277
Posted By greystroke
Just tagging in so I can see how he resolves this...

Just tagging in so I can see how he resolves this problem.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-27-2023, 06:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 469
Posted By greystroke
Thanks for the info. I never heard of an...

Thanks for the info. I never heard of an inverter/converter combined before. Sorry I got it wrong. As far as my data collection goes I always like to take data of different combinations before...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-26-2023, 05:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 469
Posted By greystroke
Just a reminder, an inverter changes DC to AC and...

Just a reminder, an inverter changes DC to AC and a converter changes AC DC.
So I assume your having converter problems.


Not sure about your rig but mine has a switching system commonly called...
Forum: Full-Timers 11-26-2023, 10:33 AM
Replies: 229
Views: 16,940
Posted By greystroke
It works great and I have used TFL for since...

It works great and I have used TFL for since inception. You must sign up for Medicare parts A and B. When a Doctor files a claim under Medicare A or B TFL is notified automatically so the only...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-22-2023, 04:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 496
Posted By greystroke
First place to start is to connect a volt meter...

First place to start is to connect a volt meter across the house batteries and then across the chassis batteries on shore power and check to insure that everything is charging on shore power. ...
Forum: Damon 11-20-2023, 10:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 808
Posted By greystroke
Control Panel

One more Pix of the internal block.
Forum: Damon 11-20-2023, 10:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 808
Posted By greystroke
Control Panel

I am a little late joining in. I have taken mine apart but be careful. I had to replace a circuit board inside when a tire blew out and took out my whole system. But when you take the cover off...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-23-2022, 04:16 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 13,886
Posted By greystroke
Anybody still using the RV Plus card from...

Anybody still using the RV Plus card from Pilot/FJ? I haven't had my rig on the road the last few years but it seems to still work with my cars. As far as I know it is still a good program.
Forum: Cummins Engines 04-05-2022, 06:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,000
Posted By greystroke
Would be nice to have the diagnostic codes. I...

Would be nice to have the diagnostic codes. I use the VMSpc where I can watch my temp rise and regulate at 183. I did have overheat problems a few years ago and the prime culprit was the engine...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-04-2022, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 366
Posted By greystroke
Thanks for the info. My second AC won't start up...

Thanks for the info. My second AC won't start up so I will Check the comm connections first.


Just so everyone knows the "telephone wire" mentioned cannot be replaced with telephone wire. The...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-04-2021, 06:22 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 16,819
Posted By greystroke
It gets it's power from the control boxes through...

It gets it's power from the control boxes through the Comm wire.


I am attaching a typical control center that the AC plugs into.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-04-2021, 06:02 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 16,819
Posted By greystroke
The 6 pin connector shown will connect into a...

The 6 pin connector shown will connect into a control box. 2 boxes required. The "phone line" is actually a communication cable wired different than a phone. The "phone wire" is expensive high...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-03-2021, 04:59 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 16,819
Posted By greystroke
Need more info. maybe some Pixs of your problem....

Need more info. maybe some Pixs of your problem. On mine I first replaced the thermostat(10 button) and two control boxes. My ACs just plug in to the control boxes. Each control box communicates...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-26-2021, 08:19 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,370
Posted By greystroke
Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-25-2021, 07:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,370
Posted By greystroke
Good info. If I replace mine I will start by...

Good info. If I replace mine I will start by using the DTNA procedure. Did you have to do anything different? Anything to watch out for?
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-25-2021, 06:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,882
Posted By greystroke
Thanks for the correction. I am used to using a...

Thanks for the correction. I am used to using a word link so I don't type it too much.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-24-2021, 06:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,882
Posted By greystroke
You might try quickservecummins.com and get a...

You might try quickservecummins.com and get a sign in. They should have all your sensor locations in a diagram. I have an older ISb and mine are located on the passenger side(DP) toward the rear of...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-24-2021, 05:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,370
Posted By greystroke
Great info. Just checked my PN on DTNA connect. ...

Great info. Just checked my PN on DTNA connect. It is 90557221 which is equal to Firestone ..9586.


Would like to know more about installation. DTNA has a replacement procedure but would like...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-31-2021, 06:53 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 16,819
Posted By greystroke
I think you can put heater strip in the ACs also.

I think you can put heater strip in the ACs also.
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-31-2021, 10:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 982
Posted By greystroke
Also if you have an ISB275 checking lift pump...

Also if you have an ISB275 checking lift pump pressure is a no brainer.
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-31-2021, 10:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 982
Posted By greystroke
Had a problem years ago where my acceleration was...

Had a problem years ago where my acceleration was slow to none. It ended up being my crankshaft sensor. It is very easy to get to from the bottom of the engine. It also threw a code for my VMSpc...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-31-2021, 06:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 375
Posted By greystroke
Thanks, leather seats are great. Its my interior...

Thanks, leather seats are great. Its my interior trim I would like to restore. May try the product you mentioned.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-30-2021, 09:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 375
Posted By greystroke
Thanks I will look into SEM.

Thanks I will look into SEM.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-30-2021, 07:46 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 16,819
Posted By greystroke
We use to travel to Kansas every summer. Most of...

We use to travel to Kansas every summer. Most of the time we were ok with running the back one during the daily driving plus the front dash air. Then when we stopped at night we would run the front...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-30-2021, 07:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 375
Posted By greystroke
Thanks, never heard that one before. Never would...

Thanks, never heard that one before. Never would have thought about that.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-30-2021, 05:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 375
Posted By greystroke
Faded interior Vinyl

Does any one know what to do with yellowed interior vinyl. I thought I might paint it but not sure what product would do the best job. Any ideas?
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-30-2021, 04:59 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 16,819
Posted By greystroke
When I replaced mine the new unit would not work...

When I replaced mine the new unit would not work with old control boards but I knew this beforehand since I asked a Dometic tech. To upgrade to 10 butttion I had to replace both control boxes. The...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-30-2021, 03:23 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 16,819
Posted By greystroke
Had two penguin units, non heat pump, and...

Had two penguin units, non heat pump, and replaced the front penguin with a new Dometic. I replace both control boxes and upgraded to the 10 button thermostat. My buy another new unit to replace...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-30-2021, 03:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,459
Posted By greystroke
I have replaced at least 4 springs and one...

I have replaced at least 4 springs and one actuator. I bought a bunch of clothes pins. Lowered jacks and insert the pins equally. Retracted jacks and removed springs. For install I gently put...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 10-16-2021, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,224
Posted By greystroke
Since you live in Florida it should be on your...

Since you live in Florida it should be on your drivers license. If not update it. See if you can get a VA ID card.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-13-2021, 12:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,806
Posted By greystroke
Don't know anything about your tranny but I found...

Don't know anything about your tranny but I found a manual that might be useful in my Allison files. It has Diagnostics. Unfortunately the forum only allows a 3m pdf file. So it you need it it is...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-12-2021, 05:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 630
Posted By greystroke
Not sure. I have the 98 Brochure and they...

Not sure. I have the 98 Brochure and they describe the construction and layers of the walls and roof but not too good on the the floor. I didn't invent "Floating" I got that from one of the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-11-2021, 09:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 630
Posted By greystroke
I think that is what I did. Also the roller on...

I think that is what I did. Also the roller on the slide was not rolling even over the the tiles. Weight distribution was not even. So this time I will take my time to make sure. Fusion is a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-11-2021, 09:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 630
Posted By greystroke
Need to know what you end up doing. My floor was...

Need to know what you end up doing. My floor was wet close to the sink area and I repaired it a couple of times. Each time my tiles cracked after repair. I am going to try again. I bought some...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-06-2021, 11:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,758
Posted By greystroke
Just called TST for support and I think it is...

Just called TST for support and I think it is just wonderful they don't use a Robot menu. Only held for a minute to get my questions answered. I have an older 507 10 sensor system with repeater. ...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-05-2021, 11:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,758
Posted By greystroke
Agree I would like to sees all at once. When an...

Agree I would like to sees all at once. When an alarm occurs by the time I focus on the display it is reading another tire.
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-05-2021, 09:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,444
Posted By greystroke
Don't know the specs on your engine but my ISB...

Don't know the specs on your engine but my ISB high warning light comes on at 213. My normal is 184. My front panel gage is in the normal area at 213. 239 sounds very high.
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-03-2021, 05:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,444
Posted By greystroke
Agree with all the Cleaning suggestions because I...

Agree with all the Cleaning suggestions because I have had problems in the past. If it still overheats change the thermostat. Mine was sticking and it is not hard to change. I use Silverleaf on a...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-03-2021, 05:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,429
Posted By greystroke
Thanks Randy. At least we know that it is not a...

Thanks Randy. At least we know that it is not a short loading down the DC. Others have pointed out possible grounding problems which you apparently checkout. Unusual problem.



Your Specs...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-03-2021, 07:10 AM
Replies: 232
Views: 40,989
Posted By greystroke
oh-oh. I am with Progressive with USAA. Don't...

oh-oh. I am with Progressive with USAA. Don't like what I am hearing.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-02-2021, 04:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,429
Posted By greystroke
Gotcha Understand what you are saying. Now I...

Gotcha Understand what you are saying. Now I reviewed all the clues you have given us an I might have a solution. First lets test it.
Connect the meter to measure the dc volts across J3 and j4...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-30-2021, 05:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,429
Posted By greystroke
Looking at the schematic for the 6182 you see AC...

Looking at the schematic for the 6182 you see AC heater after the PS. This is used instead of the propane on AC. Another thing the manual shows is the propane has an on/off switch in the back of...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-30-2021, 05:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,429
Posted By greystroke
Downloaded a 6182 manual. Looks like what I...

Downloaded a 6182 manual. Looks like what I posted was correct. When on AC the frige operates by electric heater not gas heater so if you are saying the Gas is working while on AC that is a...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-29-2021, 04:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,429
Posted By greystroke
The way my Dometic works is if I select AUTO then...

The way my Dometic works is if I select AUTO then it will run on AC if AC is on. Propane is off. When you turn off the AC then it switches over to 12V and Propane. The propane is ignited by...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 09-29-2021, 04:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,181
Posted By greystroke
The only thing I can suggest is to post the model...

The only thing I can suggest is to post the model number so some of us can download the manual and help you. And maybe someone on the forum has that model and familiar with it. Make sure you are...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-29-2021, 03:50 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 40,989
Posted By greystroke
On my old XC Chassis the Hub Caps use about 3 lg...

On my old XC Chassis the Hub Caps use about 3 lg nuts to hold the Hub caps on. They are 30mm Nuts and I think it would be a lot of trouble sin the two calls I had to make they had to borrow my equip...
Forum: New Member Check-In 09-29-2021, 02:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 310
Posted By greystroke
Lot of info on this forum. You can practically...

Lot of info on this forum. You can practically find anything you want here. Welcome
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-29-2021, 08:08 AM
Replies: 232
Views: 40,989
Posted By greystroke
One thing for sure is I am going to take detailed...

One thing for sure is I am going to take detailed Pixs of my drive shaft area and my back brake area on both sides so I can make sure everything is put back like it was before the tow if I have to...
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