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Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 06-12-2023, 03:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 194
Posted By castrol
2005 Lexington 27GTS

We just picked this thing up and being no strangers to the whole RV experience, the owner/operator manual is always helpful. Alas this unit doesn’t have one. There’s a couple of switches we can’t...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-28-2018, 03:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 545
Posted By castrol
I'm going to put that on the list of things to...

I'm going to put that on the list of things to do.

Twinboat, I pulled the batteries and shuffled them around thinking the issue was a dead chassis battery. All the terminals are good. That's also...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-27-2018, 10:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 545
Posted By castrol
Yeah, that switch hasn't worked since we bought...

Yeah, that switch hasn't worked since we bought the coach. I'm going to start tracing connections tomorrow I guess.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-27-2018, 08:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 545
Posted By castrol
1997 Signature electrical issue

Where to start. I haven't posted in a while. We haven't done much traveling and what we have done has been pretty uneventful. I did end up with a boost leak which I tracked down but haven't been able...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-10-2016, 09:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,400
Posted By castrol
I'm not having much luck with this thing. The...

I'm not having much luck with this thing. The entire assembly is coming out when I get to my destination tomorrow. There's something wrong with the motor and I haven't had much luck sourcing a new...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-07-2016, 04:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,400
Posted By castrol
Yup. That's the one. Microphor. Thanks!

Yup. That's the one. Microphor. Thanks!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-07-2016, 10:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,400
Posted By castrol
Toilet. Ugh

So how does one go about finding out what kind of toilet they have in their motorhome? Mine has an electric motor actuated flapper that has quit working. I took it all apart, took the motor out and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-01-2016, 09:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 940
Posted By castrol
Here's a video to help out. This totally fixed...

Here's a video to help out. This totally fixed the issue which I admit, was a very odd one.
...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-30-2016, 08:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 940
Posted By castrol
So a coach tech had him remove the panel around...

So a coach tech had him remove the panel around the breaker box. Unplug the connectors that run to the "brain" where the switchover happens between the generator and the shore power. Leave them...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-29-2016, 08:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 940
Posted By castrol
Shore power is good. He's got a Progressive surge...

Shore power is good. He's got a Progressive surge protector on it and it is showing 121 and 123 volts on both sides.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-28-2016, 12:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 940
Posted By castrol
Weird AC 120/generator issue...

Okay here's a question...

2006 Monaco Knight. My folks are having some electrical issues. The main one has me stumped. I got the rest figured out.

The rooftop AC units work fine on generator...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-21-2016, 09:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,451
Posted By castrol
No, we haven't spent much time in the coach since...

No, we haven't spent much time in the coach since we started our new venture. Once we get moved, I'll have a lot more time to spend in it doing various things. Including figuring out this light!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-28-2016, 11:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,451
Posted By castrol
That's next but I was hoping maybe there was a...

That's next but I was hoping maybe there was a switch somewhere I had not found yet...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-28-2016, 09:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,451
Posted By castrol
1997 Monaco Signature

Here's one that has me stumped.

I have one florescent light under the cabinet that is over the table that I can NOT figure out how to operate. There's a switch on it like all the rest, but it...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-12-2016, 12:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,959
Posted By castrol
Mike rules. First time I've seen that video and...

Mike rules. First time I've seen that video and now I'm CERTAIN I can do this project since we have the exact same unit.

Woot.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-28-2016, 08:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 971
Posted By castrol
We're looking at using it as more of a wedding...

We're looking at using it as more of a wedding venue as opposed to an RV park, but since there are already a few spots created (my folks and I both have 40'ers) it wouldn't be too difficult to add a...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-21-2016, 08:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 971
Posted By castrol
A new opportunity

So an opportunity has arisen for us this weekend. Central Louisiana, the possibility to run and operate a location that would be basically a bed and breakfast/wedding venue.

It already has two RV...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-15-2016, 07:58 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,901
Posted By castrol
We spent Friday and Saturday night there. We...

We spent Friday and Saturday night there.

We go over to Bolivar for the Go Topless Day in our Jeep every year. We haven't taken the big bus down there yet. ;)
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-14-2016, 02:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,901
Posted By castrol
https://scontent.fsnc1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt...

https://scontent.fsnc1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/t31.0-8/773735_10153995316695786_6219005443287354538_o.jpg
...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-13-2016, 09:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,901
Posted By castrol
So we ended up NOT risking driving on the beach....

So we ended up NOT risking driving on the beach. Instead we headed about 35 miles east and parked on the Galveston seawall. Best of both worlds.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-11-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,901
Posted By castrol
We're only here for the weekend. I'm only worried...

We're only here for the weekend. I'm only worried about sinking in the sand and having to be towed out. I'll wash it once we are done 😜
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-11-2016, 07:09 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,901
Posted By castrol
Parking on the beach

Has anyone ever parked their motorhome on the beach?

It's very packed and firm but this thing weighs 40,000 lbs. there's no one else parked out there and the local police actually showed us where...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-11-2015, 11:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,837
Posted By castrol
Did you get it from the place up in Spring?

Did you get it from the place up in Spring?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-11-2015, 11:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,766
Posted By castrol
I looked for our coach for so long that I pretty...

I looked for our coach for so long that I pretty much know most of them and can usually figure out what they are before seeing the badging. Haha
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-04-2015, 12:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 891
Posted By castrol
Just replaced the ones on my dad's 06 Knight....

Just replaced the ones on my dad's 06 Knight. Ford F-150 headlights. Went ahead and put silver star bulbs in too. Seemed to be a fairly inexpensive upgrade.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-04-2015, 12:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 19,060
Posted By castrol
I had this problem and it was my dryer that had...

I had this problem and it was my dryer that had taken a dump. Dead and clogged. A new dryer installed in the middle of the summer in the middle of the campground got us rolling again.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-03-2015, 08:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,221
Posted By castrol
Good news is two of the three furnace pumps work...

Good news is two of the three furnace pumps work as they should. The one that sounds funny apparently doesn't pump any fluid. Turns out there was a water valve that was in the off position. Turning...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-27-2015, 04:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,221
Posted By castrol
I took th access panel off and started doing some...

I took th access panel off and started doing some investigating. I was getting no burner action until I tapped on the control box. As soon as I tapped the control box the burner and fan fired on.
...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-24-2015, 05:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,221
Posted By castrol
Are there any diagrams on how these things are...

Are there any diagrams on how these things are laid out and how they function? It would be neat to have an idea of all the systems.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-24-2015, 01:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,221
Posted By castrol
Diesel burner works. Heats the water quickly and...

Diesel burner works. Heats the water quickly and well. I don't believe the electric element is working. We also have hot water after traveling so the engine is heating the water in the aqua hot as...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-24-2015, 11:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,221
Posted By castrol
Furnace question

1997 Signature. Aqua Hot heating system.

I'm still working on this thing. Trying to figure it out.

I replaced the bulb in the aqua hot switch to get it working and help me troubleshoot.
...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-06-2015, 06:22 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,747
Posted By castrol
Nicely done!

Nicely done!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-05-2015, 09:39 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,747
Posted By castrol
Or you can do what I did... upgrade to full LED...

Or you can do what I did... upgrade to full LED models. Just a few screws and you go from having an older looking coach to one that looks MUCH more modern.

03 06 Lincoln Navigator LED Tail Lights...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-05-2015, 09:36 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,747
Posted By castrol
For $100 you could just change them all out to a...

For $100 you could just change them all out to a different style "altezza" look light.

For 98 02 Lincoln Navigator Euro Chrome Clear altezza Tail Lights Brake Lamps | eBay...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-05-2015, 09:34 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,747
Posted By castrol
Ah, okay, you want to stay with the "altezza"...

Ah, okay, you want to stay with the "altezza" look then? You can change them out to be a solid red lens if you wish. It doesn't have to look just like that unless you just want to keep that look.
...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-05-2015, 09:02 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,747
Posted By castrol
https://www.carparts.com/details/Replacement/Tail_L...

https://www.carparts.com/details/Replacement/Tail_Light/3312901RUS.html
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-05-2015, 09:01 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,747
Posted By castrol
Oooooooooooooooooooh, you need this? ...

Oooooooooooooooooooh, you need this?

https://www.discountbodyparts.com/catalog/feeds/Lincoln/Navigator/Replacement/Tail%20Light/2002/3312901RUS.html
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-04-2015, 07:57 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,747
Posted By castrol
https://www.discountbodyparts.com/catalog/feeds/Lin...

https://www.discountbodyparts.com/catalog/feeds/Lincoln/Navigator/Replacement/Tail%20Light/2002/3311970LUS.html
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-04-2015, 07:56 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,747
Posted By castrol
You should have no problems at all locating a...

You should have no problems at all locating a 2002 Lincoln Navigator tail light.

1998-02 Lincoln Navigator Tail Light Driver Side - 1ALTL00395 at 1A Auto.com...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-04-2015, 07:53 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,817
Posted By castrol
No luck yet. The wiring goes way up into the...

No luck yet. The wiring goes way up into the front of the coach. I haven't had the time to figure out where it goes yet. I like the idea of jumping the 12v straight to it though. I might try again...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-03-2015, 08:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,449
Posted By castrol
I just removed our screen door. :)

I just removed our screen door. :)
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-02-2015, 02:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 915
Posted By castrol
Man, I really need to get together with some...

Man, I really need to get together with some people who have these things...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-02-2015, 12:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 915
Posted By castrol
https://cdn.irv2.com/forums/attachment.php?attachme...

https://cdn.irv2.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=17045&d=1326404908

I'm fairly sure this is where what I'm missing, goes... those hoses are actually hooked together.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-02-2015, 10:26 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,747
Posted By castrol
Show me a photo of the rear and I'll see if can...

Show me a photo of the rear and I'll see if can help...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-02-2015, 10:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 915
Posted By castrol
Fuel/Water Separator

So it has brought to my attention that my fuel/water separator is not where it should be in my coach. I've recently seen some videos of a similar coach showing me that I'm missing something.

Two...
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-30-2015, 04:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,059
Posted By castrol
I just put a Purolater air dryer on my coach....

I just put a Purolater air dryer on my coach. Recommended filter change is 100,000 miles.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-30-2015, 04:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,947
Posted By castrol
Have it rebuilt.

Have it rebuilt.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-28-2015, 07:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,133
Posted By castrol
I love it too. I've already got an arm's length...

I love it too. I've already got an arm's length list of things I've fixed on our new coach. Easy stuff...small things that when broken, really made it feel like a piece of crap. The list is still...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-27-2015, 07:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,262
Posted By castrol
Enjoy it. It's a small victory, but a victory...

Enjoy it. It's a small victory, but a victory nonetheless. :)
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-27-2015, 07:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,133
Posted By castrol
That sounds fun. I've always thought that could...

That sounds fun. I've always thought that could be a fun thing to do. I'll be following you to see how it goes.
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