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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-29-2014, 02:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,292
Posted By lwc1
We called a Sherman Williams (commercial) store...

We called a Sherman Williams (commercial) store and they were able to pull the paint codes up for our unit --- 2004 Cayman. If you don't have the paint codes for your coach but have a Sherman...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-19-2013, 04:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,558
Posted By lwc1
Thanks to each of you guys, I appreciate the...

Thanks to each of you guys, I appreciate the feedback very much. Like many of you I kinda fingured the guy overheated his engine but didn't want to admit it. Again, many thanks to all of you. :)
...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-15-2013, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,558
Posted By lwc1
Engine trouble

I was told by another Monaco owner that I could expect engine trouble (head warping) at about 50 K miles; I now have 32 K on my 2004 Cayman. Have any of you experienced this kind of trouble with a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-11-2013, 03:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,182
Posted By lwc1
Like RickO I'd guess a 100 gallon fuel tank. You...

Like RickO I'd guess a 100 gallon fuel tank. You can look the specs up on the internet for that model and see if any info is listed. If you decide to just head for a truck stop be prepared for...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-14-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,364
Posted By lwc1
It got split on the left side and just kept...

It got split on the left side and just kept getting worse. This sort of thing doesn't happen often but I ran into a bit of bad luck.
Thanks for the note Don.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-14-2013, 01:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,364
Posted By lwc1
Many thanks for the responses guys, very much...

Many thanks for the responses guys, very much appreciated. I agree mud flaps are a necessity and so I'll be replacing my old ones soon.

Best to all of you
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-13-2013, 04:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,364
Posted By lwc1
Large mud flap

Hey Guys; can anyone tell me where to purchase the large mud flap that is at the rear of motorhomes? Mine of course would be hard black rubber with a silver plate saying MONACO on it. I've been told...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-10-2012, 10:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,779
Posted By lwc1
This is what I did and for the last several...

This is what I did and for the last several months there hasn't been any squeal at all. This isn't to say all squeals can be cured with belt lube but it sure worked for me.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-06-2012, 03:32 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 23,853
Posted By lwc1
Thanks for the help guys, if I can find a delete...

Thanks for the help guys, if I can find a delete kit I think that's the way I'll go. If they're illegal I'll be 90 before they catch up with me and by then....... :whistling:
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-06-2012, 03:15 PM
Replies: 1,048
Views: 817,761
Posted By lwc1
Like deSanford said ; I'm [I](... in eastern...

Like deSanford said ; I'm [I](... in eastern Virginia; Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA...) looking forward to the next journey but my ole chariot (motorhome) is sick, :sad: however help is hopefully on...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-02-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 23,853
Posted By lwc1
I hear ya but what's the big difference between...

I hear ya but what's the big difference between the Dodge 5.9's and the Cummins ISB 300's, not much from what I hear. This being the case I could use the Dodge boys delete kits for my EGR, mpg and hp...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-02-2012, 10:31 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 23,853
Posted By lwc1
Bob, I'd agree with you but I'm still waiting for...

Bob, I'd agree with you but I'm still waiting for some kind of reply to the original question.... other than the help the first guys gave. As for clean air, etc yes I like it but would rather hash...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-31-2012, 11:52 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 23,853
Posted By lwc1
EGR Delete Kit

This thread may have come up before, if so I apologize but did not find it. Has anyone found and installed an EGR Delete kit for an ISB 300 Cummins engine? My EGR valve is going bad and I understand...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-20-2012, 05:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 948
Posted By lwc1
Installation of digital thermostat

Has anyone installed a digital thermostat, i.e. as the ones seen in truck cabs with blue readout (usually reading -50 F +/- degrees) on Ice Road Truckers? If so where did you find the best place for...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-23-2012, 06:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 695
Posted By lwc1
I just had new tires put on my MH three months...

I just had new tires put on my MH three months ago and went with beads and am very satisfied. I had a fellow put the tires on here at my house and he said beads was the best way to go in his opinion....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-13-2012, 03:17 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,497
Posted By lwc1
Amen brother! :thumb:

Amen brother! :thumb:
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-07-2012, 09:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,439
Posted By lwc1
Tire balancing

Hi guys,

Can some of you give me some pointers on what you consider to be the best way to balance your motorhome tires, i.e. spin balance, water balance or sand balance. I've heard some truckers...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-04-2012, 02:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,375
Posted By lwc1
Gene, lots of good info in the thread Ed...

Gene, lots of good info in the thread Ed mentions. I had trouble with my heater but unfortunately it was beyond repair so my RV work station got a new one for about $200 and installed it. If I can...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-03-2012, 07:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,776
Posted By lwc1
Many thanks guys for the help, I do appreciate it...

Many thanks guys for the help, I do appreciate it a lot. I've been running my diesel generator but obviously no where near long enough. I'll start getting more time running tomorrow, again I...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-01-2012, 11:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,776
Posted By lwc1
Generator run time

This may have come up before but I couldn't find it so... does anyone know how long a generator in a motorhome should be run a month. i.e. you're not using it on a regular basis so need to start it...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-28-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 563,912
Posted By lwc1
If you’re in the Virginia Beach, VA area (S.E....

If you’re in the Virginia Beach, VA area (S.E. corner of VA) and need some professional work done try Eric's RV. Personally I've never run across someone as dedicated as Eric is to helping people and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-13-2012, 06:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,994
Posted By lwc1
Can't help you with the pictures Kevin but...

Can't help you with the pictures Kevin but welcome to the group and congrats on that new coach. As the weather starts to warm up I'm sure you'll be enjoying it more and more.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-27-2011, 07:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,469
Posted By lwc1
Michael: I installed a Firestix on the side of...

Michael: I installed a Firestix on the side of my coach following the instructions supplied by the manufacturer and have no leaks along with outstanding performance. You will get better performance...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-04-2011, 07:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 935
Posted By lwc1
Hello Harriette and welcome to the forum. Sadly...

Hello Harriette and welcome to the forum. Sadly your repairman might be right, he may have to do some digging into things to figure out what's wrong, i.e. a bad later leak. Best get into it before so...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-13-2011, 06:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,109
Posted By lwc1
I've never come across that problem either even...

I've never come across that problem either even though my coach is a different model and year ('04 Cayman). I have to agree with 'cunningjamjr' as I've had had the problem of fuel coming out the the...
Forum: Cummins Engines 10-13-2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,789
Posted By lwc1
My limitations on diesels is definitely higher...

My limitations on diesels is definitely higher than on gas engines and believe me, I know them. I've got a good diesel mechanic I take my MH to and will continue to do so, even when I become more...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-13-2011, 05:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,385
Posted By lwc1
Good to hear the reports on Bridgestone tires and...

Good to hear the reports on Bridgestone tires and even better to see I'm wrong on where the truck tires are made. I had heard years ago that all the Bridgestone's were made in Japan, I see I was...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-12-2011, 09:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,385
Posted By lwc1
Been about 12 yrs but I put Bridgestones on a...

Been about 12 yrs but I put Bridgestones on a Southwind I owned. Tires performed very well with absolutely no trouble at all in the years I owned them. My current MH is a 2004 Monaco Cayman with...
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-26-2011, 06:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,789
Posted By lwc1
Thanks Skip426, good advice for sure!

Thanks Skip426, good advice for sure!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-24-2011, 01:43 PM
Replies: 1,048
Views: 817,761
Posted By lwc1
Add us to the list. We're in SE Virginia (VA...

Add us to the list. We're in SE Virginia (VA Beach area).
Hope to see some of you in Quartzsite in January, it'll be our first time there.
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-22-2011, 09:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,789
Posted By lwc1
Thanks Gary, I'll take your advice and check into...

Thanks Gary, I'll take your advice and check into what Roadmaster has to offer.
Forum: Cummins Engines 09-19-2011, 07:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,789
Posted By lwc1
Question on Cummins manuals

I'm sure this has been asked before but.... if one wants to buy a diesel manual on Cummins that will not only help them at home working on their engine but also learning how to work on it as you go,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-19-2011, 08:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,739
Posted By lwc1
Final update

Here's a final update on what happened with my motorhome. First, many thanks to all who helped me out along the way, I do appreciate your input.

Seems the motorhome had been sitting for about a...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-14-2011, 10:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,310
Posted By lwc1
You asked about using Kool Seal, many use it and...

You asked about using Kool Seal, many use it and like it despite the fact as it ages you have to keep painting more and more on. If you have several leaks that keep appearing why you think about...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-08-2011, 11:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,739
Posted By lwc1
Word of "thanks"

Just a word of "thanks" to all of you that have tried to help my wife and me out finding the right wiring diagrams. We feel like we're made a new group of friends, thank you again for stepping up and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-06-2011, 06:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,739
Posted By lwc1
Mike: Check you PM's, I'll send you my email...

Mike: Check you PM's, I'll send you my email address. An '03 should be almost exact or dang close to it. I'd appreciate your help with this.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-06-2011, 03:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,739
Posted By lwc1
Thanks Ronnie, I'll get an email off to Monaco...

Thanks Ronnie, I'll get an email off to Monaco this evening.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-06-2011, 02:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,739
Posted By lwc1
Did you email Parts or where? I sent an email to...

Did you email Parts or where? I sent an email to Monaco but may have emailed the wrong branch within the company. I guess I could phone them but again not sure what dept to ask for.... help please.
...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-06-2011, 06:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,739
Posted By lwc1
Yes I got it George. I sent it to my mechanic and...

Yes I got it George. I sent it to my mechanic and with a little luck it will help him track the electrical info down he needs. Many thanks!

Also.... If anyone has 2004 electrical diagrams please...
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-06-2011, 06:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,664
Posted By lwc1
I'll have to get my mechanic to look the chassis...

I'll have to get my mechanic to look the chassis serial # up and email it to me so give me some time. Do you have access to Roadmaster chassis info, especially electrical diagrams?
Thanks, Larry
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-05-2011, 03:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,664
Posted By lwc1
Wiring diagram

Hi guys,

I'm looking for a wiring diagram for the 2004 Roadmaster Chassis used with the Monaco Cayman. We're having a problem and the wiring diagram would settle this issue for us (mainly my...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-05-2011, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,739
Posted By lwc1
Wiring diagram

We're up a tree trying to get my motorhome running well. The one thing my mechanic needs and can't seem to find is a wiring diagram for a 2004 Monaco Cayman on a Roadmaster Chassis. If anyone out...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-31-2011, 08:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 907
Posted By lwc1
Thanks for your reply Richard and you're...

Thanks for your reply Richard and you're absolutely right about the post, I could have worded it much better and gotten my facts right. I was taking the wording of a friend, who obviously doesn't...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-31-2011, 10:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 907
Posted By lwc1
Locating sensor

I have a 2004 Monaco Cayman and am trying to find the location of the sensor on what I'm told is the secondary water system, I assume for the generator. This sensor would cause the "CHECK ENGINE"...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-12-2011, 11:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,498
Posted By lwc1
Many thanks for the replies!

Many thanks for the replies!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-08-2011, 07:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,163
Posted By lwc1
Everyone here has given you good advise, as far...

Everyone here has given you good advise, as far as I can tell. I slowed down a bit, i.e. instead of running with the cars on the Interstates I stay around 60 to 62 mph and so get about 10.3 towing my...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-06-2011, 11:11 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 63,744
Posted By lwc1
Before I got the Monaco I pulled a Jayco 5th...

Before I got the Monaco I pulled a Jayco 5th wheel trailer and one of the men in charge of part of the service dept at the Jayco factory was asked the same thing... by me. His reply was to to wash...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-06-2011, 10:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,498
Posted By lwc1
New tires for your rig....

This is mainly for anyone living within earshot of VA Beach, VA, where do you buy tires for your motorhome? I know of one place in Norfolk, VA that can get the tires but they are SOB's to deal...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-06-2011, 10:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,346
Posted By lwc1
New tires for Monaco (or any motorhome)

This is mainly for anyone living within earshot of VA Beach, VA, where do you buy tires for your motorhome? I know of one place in Norfolk, VA that can get the tires but they are SOB's to deal with,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-04-2011, 07:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,358
Posted By lwc1
House Batteries (2004 Monaco)

Did the 2004 Monaco Cayman come with 4 - 6 volt house batteries as standard equipment? I need to replace the house batteries and my unit has 4 - 6 volt golf cart type batteries.

Thanks for any...
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