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Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-18-2023, 05:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,224
Posted By Full.Monte
It's most likely vapor lock

I had this exact problem and went through hell figuring it out. What happens is the fuel injection system returns unused gas to the fuel pump reservoir, where it is picked up again and sent to the...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-18-2023, 05:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,166
Posted By Full.Monte
The P32 chassis is famous for having a foot pedal...

The P32 chassis is famous for having a foot pedal that travels too far before braking. It takes a lot of getting used to.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-18-2023, 05:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 793
Posted By Full.Monte
Yes, Floor plan is important. You would be smart...

Yes, Floor plan is important. You would be smart to consider length as well. There are a number of campgrounds that can't accommodate a coach over about 27 ft. in length. As in everything,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-18-2023, 05:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,156
Posted By Full.Monte
I was in Yellowstone and the Tetons recently and...

I was in Yellowstone and the Tetons recently and a can of bear spray was priced at $59!!! I suspect that the expiration date is designed to encourage people to buy more of the stuff earlier than...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 08-14-2023, 09:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,841
Posted By Full.Monte
Check your transmission interlock. It's an...

Check your transmission interlock. It's an electrical device with several pins that mounts on the driver's side of the transmission. It won't allow your vehicle to start unless it's in the correct...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-19-2021, 08:04 AM
Replies: 3
Pace Arrow: Running Lights Fail
Views: 992
Posted By Full.Monte
I'm thinking it has to be a fuse or a loose wire...

I'm thinking it has to be a fuse or a loose wire connection. Sometimes, a burned fuse is hard to see and needs to be tested with a multi-meter. There are also testers that allow you to check fuses...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-19-2021, 07:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,338
Posted By Full.Monte
My older Allegro won't allow me to open the...

My older Allegro won't allow me to open the slides with the engine running. I eventually arrived at the conclusion that this was a way to keep the slide from being opened while driving down the road...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 12-11-2021, 08:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,565
Posted By Full.Monte
Please let us know if you intend to tow the boat...

Please let us know if you intend to tow the boat and travel trailer at the same time. I presume the TT is going to be a hitch-pull model rather than a 5th wheel? Please enlighten us so you might...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-11-2021, 08:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,810
Posted By Full.Monte
Another area to look for a potential solution

If you are running out of ideas, you might want to read my post from a couple years ago on this forum:

Workhorse 8.1 and Stalling...dealing with a real problem

It sounds like you are...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-09-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,567
Posted By Full.Monte
Paul, I don't think that is correct. Split phase...

Paul, I don't think that is correct. Split phase 220 does not have both hot leads 180* out of phase with each other. They are 120 degrees out of phase with each other. How do I know this is true? ...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-20-2021, 05:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,441
Posted By Full.Monte
Hi, Original poster here. I don't...

Hi,

Original poster here. I don't winterize, as I park it in a heated garage. What I want to know is what each of those drain lines does. Thanks!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-19-2021, 03:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 445
Posted By Full.Monte
I don't know if this would help, but after all...

I don't know if this would help, but after all these years of struggling with getting latches to work, I discovered that if you push on the bay lid near the bottom, the latches open much easier. I...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-19-2021, 03:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,441
Posted By Full.Monte
Tiffin water drain lines question

Hi,

I've been away from IRV2 for awhile. I have a question about water drain lines. In the photo (hopefully attached), there are three drain lines. I think the one on the right is the fresh...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-11-2020, 07:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,379
Posted By Full.Monte
I offer the following as a way to keep the bikes...

I offer the following as a way to keep the bikes down low and still use the toy hauler. I tow my Jeep with one of these, with the bikes on the top hitch mount. Works great!
...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-06-2020, 08:13 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,210
Posted By Full.Monte
Protect-a-tow has worked well for us as well.

Protect-a-tow has worked well for us as well.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-06-2020, 08:08 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,487
Posted By Full.Monte
What's a penny fuel filter? Do you mean...

What's a penny fuel filter? Do you mean generator fuel filter? If so, you may have run the fuel level down to where the fuel line couldn't pick up fuel any more. They design them that way so you...
Forum: Spartan Motorhome Chassis Forum 05-27-2020, 06:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 631
Posted By Full.Monte
You could set a trap for the mouse. Standard...

You could set a trap for the mouse. Standard mouse trap with peanut butter, or a sticky trap. For non-lethal application, you can use moth balls or Irish Spring soap to repel them.
Forum: Just Conversation 05-14-2020, 07:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,575
Posted By Full.Monte
Hi Old Biscuit, Yes, Zillow and a few others...

Hi Old Biscuit,
Yes, Zillow and a few others can get you to a ballpark valuation, but there are holes in their analysis. For example, they don't include out-buildings, (like my 1800 sq. ft. RV...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-10-2020, 08:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 410
Posted By Full.Monte
What is your question?

What is your question?
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-10-2020, 08:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,097
Posted By Full.Monte
Hi, The grey and black tanks need to have...

Hi,

The grey and black tanks need to have the chemical tablets or liquid that keep the bacteria from growing and smelling bad. The fresh water tank does not get any additive normally. About once...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 04-28-2020, 07:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,887
Posted By Full.Monte
And I thought my DW was paranoid! Yours sounds...

And I thought my DW was paranoid! Yours sounds like a real piece of work!
I get tired of hearing about it on the news and then having it as the main topic of conversation throughout the day. Mail...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-27-2020, 09:52 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 17,053
Posted By Full.Monte
I have one. It worked fine until I disconnected...

I have one. It worked fine until I disconnected it to do some other work under the front end. When I hooked it back up, it caused my MH to drift to the side of the road. There are a couple videos...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 04-02-2020, 07:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,081
Posted By Full.Monte
Your in-tank fuel pump may be giving you...

Your in-tank fuel pump may be giving you problems. Read this thread:
https://www.irv2.com/forums/f22/workhorse-8-1-and-stalling-dealing-with-a-real-problem-222658.html

Is it possible that you...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 04-01-2020, 11:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,199
Posted By Full.Monte
Lube for Garage doors seems to work pretty well,...

Lube for Garage doors seems to work pretty well, too.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-31-2020, 05:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,572
Posted By Full.Monte
Sorry about the error. Here is the link: ...

Sorry about the error. Here is the link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jboJ-A8z75Y

Monte
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-30-2020, 07:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,572
Posted By Full.Monte
How to fix Leaking Windows and delamination

I ran into this very good video on how to do this fix. Haven't ever seen anything like it before.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-29-2020, 09:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,705
Posted By Full.Monte
Yes, I think you got the wrong cord. I did the...

Yes, I think you got the wrong cord. I did the same thing, but returned it. 10 gage wire will not carry the 50A your motorhome needs. I recently changed my rig over from 30A to 50A. Knowing that...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-28-2020, 10:38 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,545
Posted By Full.Monte
I suspect that either your batteries are dead or...

I suspect that either your batteries are dead or the converter isn't working or both. The inverter changes 12v to 120v AC, so I don't know what that might have to do with it. Check your battery...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 03-26-2020, 09:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,856
Posted By Full.Monte
:welcome: Your first post is a doozy! I...

:welcome:

Your first post is a doozy!

I suspect you have a loose ground connection somewhere. The intermittent part is when the ground loses connection due to vibration. Funny thing about...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-23-2020, 07:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,802
Posted By Full.Monte
Yes, I know what you are up against. Remember,...

Yes, I know what you are up against. Remember, you can remove your old panel and replace it with a new panel in the same place. I even had to re-frame the woodwork when I put in the new panel...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-23-2020, 06:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,802
Posted By Full.Monte
You're a smart guy. Yes, this is how I wired my...

You're a smart guy. Yes, this is how I wired my generator. It's nice not to have to buy a new generator when switching from 30A single pole service to 50A double pole service.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-23-2020, 06:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,802
Posted By Full.Monte
I didn't even think about it, but I presume you...

I didn't even think about it, but I presume you are correct. I have only one circuit on the second leg of the 50A service, but it's for a second electric heater.
Because I have two 50A sides to the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-21-2020, 10:00 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,802
Posted By Full.Monte
Just converted my single 30A service panel to 50A...

Just converted my single 30A service panel to 50A double-sided service. It was a bit of a challenge, but it was the right thing to do. The main reason was that with the single 30A service, we...
Forum: New Member Check-In 03-12-2020, 08:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 392
Posted By Full.Monte
:welcome: I think you're going to like it...

:welcome:

I think you're going to like it here on IRV2. From your post, you have a good idea of what people need to see in order to respond to your questions. I like the photos especially. I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-12-2020, 08:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,422
Posted By Full.Monte
When I first read this post, I thought you were...

When I first read this post, I thought you were asking which arm I used to lift the front or rear axle! I use the left arm on the front and the right arm on the rear because I'm right handed!:)
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-10-2020, 07:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,034
Posted By Full.Monte
On my RV, I cannot have the converter and...

On my RV, I cannot have the converter and inverter on at the same time. Try turning off your converter, unplugging in, or turning off the breaker. I bet your inverter will work then.
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 03-10-2020, 07:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,789
Posted By Full.Monte
There are a fair number of people here who trust...

There are a fair number of people here who trust the Progressive Dynamics Brand. Just make sure the charging profile is multi-step, and that the last stage is trickle charge with anti-sulfonization.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-07-2020, 03:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,227
Posted By Full.Monte
A lot depends on your converter, which changes...

A lot depends on your converter, which changes 120v AC to 12v DC. If you are plugged into shore power, the converter will charge your batteries. The newer converters like Progressive Dynamics will...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-05-2020, 03:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 378
Posted By Full.Monte
Hi There, These electrical problems can be...

Hi There,

These electrical problems can be tricky. Sometimes, it's not a problem in the lighting wiring where the slow blinking appears...it can be in another corner of the RV. First, I would...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-03-2020, 12:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,140
Posted By Full.Monte
A lot of questions here. I use a Thule rack on...

A lot of questions here. I use a Thule rack on the RV with the Toad behind it on a Blue Ox tow bar. But I am using 30-speed pedal bikes. Have no problems with the dual trailer hitch. That being...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-02-2020, 08:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,782
Posted By Full.Monte
This Spemco one looks very close. ...

This Spemco one looks very close.

https://spemco.com/1648-009-050-push-to-reset-50-amp-circuit-breaker-7-16-28-bushing-white-button-screw-terminals/

50A vs. the original 55A could likely be...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-01-2020, 09:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,939
Posted By Full.Monte
The propane heater is finicky on our rig. It...

The propane heater is finicky on our rig. It worked when the temp was warm, but not when cold. Replaced the sail switch.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-01-2020, 07:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,939
Posted By Full.Monte
You are smart to consider cold weather camping...

You are smart to consider cold weather camping before you buy. I have gone through this with our Tiffin. It's my experience that there are few motor homes that are true 4-season units. We camped...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-01-2020, 06:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,989
Posted By Full.Monte
You could pick up a circuit tester at Home Depot...

You could pick up a circuit tester at Home Depot or Lowes for $7.95. It has 3 lights on it. You plug it in and it will verify if you have a hot/neutral reverse on the 20A circuit. As stated...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 02-28-2020, 01:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,606
Posted By Full.Monte
I think that the answers to both your questions...

I think that the answers to both your questions is "no", if I understand your post. Truck campers are almost always too small for living. I have had two different ones over 20 years. The bigger...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-17-2020, 10:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,732
Posted By Full.Monte
I have been unimpressed with Tiffin's technical...

I have been unimpressed with Tiffin's technical help. I filled out their online form asking for help on how to remove my freshwater tank. They haven't answered in over a month. I had another...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-17-2020, 09:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,007
Posted By Full.Monte
My Dometic runs on 12v or propane and switches to...

My Dometic runs on 12v or propane and switches to 12v when it's available. It turns on 12v when the ignition is on. I know there are different setups on refrigerators, and they are often a problem...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-09-2020, 09:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 606
Posted By Full.Monte
:welcome: You aren't getting responses...

:welcome:

You aren't getting responses because you ask too many questions in the same post, and you can find answers to several of these questions by using the search function. There are a lot of...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-09-2020, 08:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,548
Posted By Full.Monte
Excellent idea, which I hadn't considered. Thank...

Excellent idea, which I hadn't considered. Thank you very much! At 72, I'm not using my brain as well as I used to!
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-09-2020, 08:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,548
Posted By Full.Monte
I didn't consider that! Will check it out. But...

I didn't consider that! Will check it out. But I'm connecting to the negative terminal of 6V battery 1 to the positive terminal of 6V battery 2, with a battery switch in between mounted on the...
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