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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-11-2022, 05:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,173
Posted By flamebuster
Monaco started putting the wiring plug in for...

Monaco started putting the wiring plug in for trailer controller in their wiring harness.. I spent a long time looking thru that colossal mess of wires under the dash. Thank goodness for the access...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-20-2021, 09:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,222
Posted By flamebuster
I just reread your post and see you fulltime. The...

I just reread your post and see you fulltime. The at home supply volume is ridiculously large that they like patients to keep on hand. I think working with a dialysis center can help with that volume...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-20-2021, 08:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,222
Posted By flamebuster
My wife started PD 5mths. ago. We have a coffee...

My wife started PD 5mths. ago. We have a coffee table that has storage area inside that we store the bags inside it and one of the lower bedroom closet's. We can easily store 19 days worth including...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-12-2021, 02:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,932
Posted By flamebuster
On my Diplomat I had a similar issue 2 years ago,...

On my Diplomat I had a similar issue 2 years ago, I lost the rear ac. and wall plug in's were surging power.. In my case it was the main neutral wire was loose. That is the same wire that goes thru...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-07-2021, 09:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,981
Posted By flamebuster
I too enlarged the holes and just for extra...

I too enlarged the holes and just for extra cleaning I added as many holes as I could . I think it was originally 3-4 holes and is now around 7 seemed to help a lot. and has been at least clog...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-07-2021, 08:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,150
Posted By flamebuster
I never thought to look up the part # under NOK,...

I never thought to look up the part # under NOK, instead I spent hours looking up the Freudenberg name:banghead: Thanks for the information I really appreciate the help...Doug
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-06-2021, 08:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 699
Posted By flamebuster
Are you able to access from both sides of the...

Are you able to access from both sides of the motorhome? On my 07 Diplomat I have a lot more room on curb side, I have no latch so I have to remove 2 screws that hold the door closed..
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-06-2021, 05:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,150
Posted By flamebuster
Replacing front wheel bearings.. need some help.

I have on 07 monaco diplomat. and I am replacing the bearings and brake shoes..
Bearings are the normal Timken brand and shoes are the Bendix. Everything seemed easy enough until I checked into...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-30-2021, 01:00 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,079
Posted By flamebuster
Myron, is it possible the round rubber type is...

Myron, is it possible the round rubber type is for the wheel hub caps? Just curious because that is the type I received when I lost my front my front wheel center caps (except mine were the Monaco...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-08-2021, 02:16 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,082
Posted By flamebuster
Timjet, I had a similar issue with my rv. last...

Timjet, I had a similar issue with my rv. last summer and found the problem to be the neutral wires in the main breaker panel.. the main neutral wire that supplys the panel from the transfer switch...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-26-2021, 03:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,567
Posted By flamebuster
I don't see a rv listed in your signature, but if...

I don't see a rv listed in your signature, but if it is a Holiday Rambler or Monaco with the 8 bag air suspension and you are getting pushed around a lot you might want to check with Mike Hughes at...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-20-2021, 04:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,680
Posted By flamebuster
I have never seen a air filter plumbed this way....

I have never seen a air filter plumbed this way. Normally the air intake is on the side and the clean air going to the engine exits the filter in the center. Did the mfg. route the plumbing wrong...
Forum: Expandables, Hybrids, & Lightweights Discussion 01-07-2021, 10:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 15,923
Posted By flamebuster
All I could find was a 2009 you tube video of a...

All I could find was a 2009 you tube video of a Takena Curve made by Chalet Rv in Albany Ore. further searching shows it was/is a small struggling co. that has had several owners, around 2014 the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-07-2021, 09:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 609
Posted By flamebuster
I was taught a long time ago (40yrs +) to check...

I was taught a long time ago (40yrs +) to check my mirrors and gauges every 9 sec. so I just include scanning the voyager in the routine.
When I am pulling a long hill I pause the screen on...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-04-2021, 09:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,380
Posted By flamebuster
When checking the inside of the transfer switch,...

When checking the inside of the transfer switch, if all is good the screws holding each wire will be tight and it will all be clean and shiny, wire colors will be clean and bright along with the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-27-2020, 01:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,961
Posted By flamebuster
Rory that solenoid looks to be in the front bay...

Rory that solenoid looks to be in the front bay below the driver, I believe it is powered by the salesman switch or the ignition key switch there is a 5 amp fuse in the rear curb side box that powers...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-27-2020, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 544
Posted By flamebuster
Yes seals are replaceable. Looking on the...

Yes seals are replaceable. Looking on the powerGear website shows kits as discontinued, but a simple call will be the best place to start for parts.
The springs are internal (inside the leg). At...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-16-2020, 09:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,095
Posted By flamebuster
As Twinboat said, ran into this with the older...

As Twinboat said, ran into this with the older pickups we use have. It was simpler to just replace the wiper motor unit then mess with the worn out parts.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-12-2020, 10:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,034
Posted By flamebuster
I ordered 2 Blizzard 15K heat pumps from a local...

I ordered 2 Blizzard 15K heat pumps from a local dealer and one arrived in 3 days and the second took 3 weeks. Their supplier from Portland Ore. is large and has as much clout for parts as the...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-12-2020, 10:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,651
Posted By flamebuster
Years ago I owned a Everest 5er and had a leaf...

Years ago I owned a Everest 5er and had a leaf spring break on I-5 in Springfield Ore on the freeway on ramp New Years Day. This is where motorhomes and trailers are built. The only help I could get...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-05-2020, 08:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,250
Posted By flamebuster
Try switching outlets with the dryer, I have seen...

Try switching outlets with the dryer, I have seen one side of the outlets go dead before. Or at least test the voltage at the outlet..
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-30-2020, 07:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,317
Posted By flamebuster
Your welcome, glad I could finally help...

Your welcome, glad I could finally help someone....:thumb:
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-28-2020, 09:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,317
Posted By flamebuster
on my 07 Diplomat it is on the drivers side...

on my 07 Diplomat it is on the drivers side behind the side radiator for the vehicle ac. radiator. The air dryer is in the same place. the cover and radiator take a special round key but needle nose...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-26-2020, 11:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 688
Posted By flamebuster
X-2

X-2
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-26-2020, 11:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,934
Posted By flamebuster
Ok slap me silly...:facepalm: After I looked thru...

Ok slap me silly...:facepalm: After I looked thru my records the sending units are VDO. German made, the original sending unit installed by Monaco is part# VDO 323-086, it is a 400 deg. unit.. I...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-25-2020, 06:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,934
Posted By flamebuster
https://www.irv2.com/forums/f125/temperature-sende...

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f125/temperature-sender-267331.html Here is a link to a discussion on the sending unit location you are looking for post #4 is a photo of the sending unit in the large...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-25-2020, 06:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,934
Posted By flamebuster
The reason the gauge hardly moves is because...

The reason the gauge hardly moves is because Monaco uses a sending unit that reads as high as 450 degrees. The reason for this is because it is the only sending unit made that is flush with the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-19-2020, 05:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,236
Posted By flamebuster
Thanks for posting, I have needed this type of...

Thanks for posting, I have needed this type of latch for a looooong time...:thumb:
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-18-2020, 01:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 687
Posted By flamebuster
I always followed the old rule of 4" down and 4"...

I always followed the old rule of 4" down and 4" to the right at 20'.. I have never had any issues with this adjustment for 40 years..jmho..
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-18-2020, 01:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,403
Posted By flamebuster
On my 07 Diplomat there are no drain valves on...

On my 07 Diplomat there are no drain valves on the tanks. Monaco plumbed them to the front passenger side by the generator and the rear passenger side where I check the oil levels.. Check your owners...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-02-2020, 08:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,433
Posted By flamebuster
Most air lines are actually flexible hoses. I...

Most air lines are actually flexible hoses. I would do as previously suggested and replace the lines with new hoses. Just make sure they are fastened securely along the frame rail so they will not...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-03-2020, 11:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,090
Posted By flamebuster
Mike, now you got me wondering, I thought all the...

Mike, now you got me wondering, I thought all the components were Aladdin I would have to say they will have to call and ask if they service the other components. There is such a long list that is...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-03-2020, 02:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,090
Posted By flamebuster
Aladin is now carried and serviced by ASA...

Aladin is now carried and serviced by ASA electronics out of Elkhart Ind. tech support and customer service phone is # 877 845 8750 . I used them 3 years ago to service my monitor and they were...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-02-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 567
Posted By flamebuster
Engine must always be off. When checking the oil...

Engine must always be off. When checking the oil hot you find pulling that long dipstick will pick up a lot of oil from the also long dipstick tube, making it hard to see the true oil level. It helps...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-02-2020, 01:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,145
Posted By flamebuster
For my personal preference I am going to try an...

For my personal preference I am going to try an inner sensor, I have had the tst's for 12 years using both the flow thru and end cap type.. I am tired of constantly changing batteries (every 6-8mths)...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-02-2020, 01:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,315
Posted By flamebuster
That looks really good. Did you use straight Bars...

That looks really good. Did you use straight Bars Keeper or did you dilute it down?.. Looks like it may be faster than those lens cleaner polishes. I have spent hours using to get the same...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2020, 10:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,994
Posted By flamebuster
Kent; All those pics. show a nice looking rv....

Kent; All those pics. show a nice looking rv. Hope it serves you well. Be sure and pop in on the Monaco forum here, lots of great folks that can help you figure out problems if they should pop...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-17-2020, 11:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,994
Posted By flamebuster
Being a fair deal is a personal view. If the...

Being a fair deal is a personal view. If the price is low enough to compensate for all the repairs you will be making and you are happy with the dealers quality of work, go ahead and make the deal.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-23-2020, 08:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,072
Posted By flamebuster
I had a similar problem while parked in West...

I had a similar problem while parked in West Yellowstone during a torrential rain storm. Awning was out and would not retract. I spent an hour in the rain trouble shooting the loss of power. It...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-14-2020, 09:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,600
Posted By flamebuster
We switched our cooktop to a oven unit.. Like...

We switched our cooktop to a oven unit.. Like Gary said I picked a unit with the same dimensions and style of cooktop. Had to order it twice because the first unit had a broken oven door handle due...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-09-2020, 09:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,059
Posted By flamebuster
We use the Davy Crockett, I have to rotate the...

We use the Davy Crockett, I have to rotate the stack horizontal to go in the slide out tray. Fold the legs into the carrying position and store it. It stays put just fine. I store the power cords in...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-05-2020, 05:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,267
Posted By flamebuster
From my own experience the deflectors just bounce...

From my own experience the deflectors just bounce the stones back at the rear of the motor home.. The screen protectors that stretch between the 2 vehicles work but they get extremely dirty and will...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-22-2020, 02:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 554
Posted By flamebuster
Check 1990 Dodge ram van climate control.. They...

Check 1990 Dodge ram van climate control.. They are a match for your unit. Harder to find the fancier chrome push buttons, but they were used for several years in this era..
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-13-2020, 10:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 998
Posted By flamebuster
Thanks for information Nodine and twinboat it is...

Thanks for information Nodine and twinboat it is greatly appreciated...Doug
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-11-2020, 10:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,303
Posted By flamebuster
What he said X2..:whistling: I will add that...

What he said X2..:whistling: I will add that installed options are considerations too..For example mine had a full length 2 way tray in lower bay, solar panel, elec. cord reel, elec hose reel. and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-11-2020, 10:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 998
Posted By flamebuster
Thanks for the replies, I am guessing that my...

Thanks for the replies, I am guessing that my shocks may be very weak. I still don't agree with the quick return design but that is why I am not an engineer... I think I will order at least 1 new...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-10-2020, 11:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,595
Posted By flamebuster
If you install them yourself get a pair of the...

If you install them yourself get a pair of the cheap painter ty-vex coveralls to wear and when you are done you just throw them away..Your washer will thank you........
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-10-2020, 11:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 998
Posted By flamebuster
Shock Operation???

I read lots of posts on replacing the Monroe shocks, but I am still not sure if my shocks are bad.. None of my shocks look bad no dings, no oil leaks, no loose bushings or rattles. I have pulled 2...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-10-2020, 11:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,303
Posted By flamebuster
When we bought our Monaco we debated between it...

When we bought our Monaco we debated between it and a Tiffin on the same lot. Both were 40' the Tiffin had a 350 isc and the Monaco a 400 isl. but the main difference for us was the Monaco had more...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-10-2020, 06:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,009
Posted By flamebuster
Hello Bob; I too made my own Stainless steel...

Hello Bob; I too made my own Stainless steel plates and installed them 14 mths. ago so I am going off vague memory.
I extended my slide all the way out then pulled it back in 3-4 inches that...
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