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Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-06-2019, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 458
Posted By StevieG
Slide-jack system issue

I have a Lippert 8 bank 3 point 2 slides hydraulic system in my 2009 Monaco Diplomat. The system controls my 3 jacks and 2 front slides. The rear slides have electric motors and are unaffected. The...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-12-2018, 06:56 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,636
Posted By StevieG
Do you have an idea as to how many folks have...

Do you have an idea as to how many folks have signed up for the rally at this poi This?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-10-2018, 05:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 680
Posted By StevieG
Is the picture quality better using the RCA...

Is the picture quality better using the RCA jacks, an HDMI to coax converter, or are they the same?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-10-2018, 04:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 680
Posted By StevieG
Dish Walley receiver with cable wired Coach

Looking for the best way to install a dish CarryOut G2+ with a Walley receiver in a coach that is wired with cable (no HDMI). The only outputs on the satellite receiver are an HDMI and RCA jacks.
...
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-08-2018, 03:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 820
Posted By StevieG
Fuel Water/Separator Micron Tolerances

Hi all, it’s been a while since I posted on this site and hope I don’t ruffle any feathers... I looked in the archives before posting this, as I’m sure this is one of those beaten to death topics......
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-09-2018, 07:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,182
Posted By StevieG
Are those DIY jobs or do I have to have a chassis...

Are those DIY jobs or do I have to have a chassis shop do that work? Also, About how much $$$ would that be in parts? Thanks!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-06-2018, 12:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,182
Posted By StevieG
Looking to purchase a 2011 Cayman 40 PBQ

I read in an older thread on this site that they only have 4 airbags and have a rough ride. I read in the Monaco brochure from 2011 that they have 8. This coach has the RR8R chassis. Maybe that was...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-19-2018, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 929
Posted By StevieG
Looking at a 2011 Aspire and want opinions

Hi, I have a 2006 Monaco Knight 38 PDQ that I’m trading in on a 2011 Entegra Aspire 42 DL. My Knight is like New and has 18k miles. The Entegra has 48k miles. The deal is my Monaco plus $66k. My...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-22-2017, 06:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 845
Posted By StevieG
I have the Ready Brake Elite set up and am...

I have the Ready Brake Elite set up and am actually going in the opposite direction this year. I'm keeping the tow bar, but am changing from the surge brake cable to the Brake Buddy Vantage Select...
Forum: New Member Check-In 03-26-2017, 07:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 535
Posted By StevieG
Welcome! We are from A small town near...

Welcome! We are from A small town near Poughkeepsie!
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-19-2017, 03:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,016
Posted By StevieG
You have to remove the two tow hooks altogether....

You have to remove the two tow hooks altogether. I beleive the poster meant the bracket goes under the location where the hooks were and through the same slot.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-04-2017, 05:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,016
Posted By StevieG
I think the 1986 is the older version and the...

I think the 1986 is the older version and the bx2409 is the current base plate. Curious... How much did Camping World charge and did you have the light setup and breakaway installed as well? What are...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-02-2017, 07:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,016
Posted By StevieG
I have a 2016 Ram 1500 quad cab. I think the Blue...

I have a 2016 Ram 1500 quad cab. I think the Blue Ox baseplate setup is the same for all 1500s. I just put one on my 1500 a few weeks ago and created a thread on how it went. I used diodes for the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-27-2017, 07:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,466
Posted By StevieG
Meguire's cleaner wax.

Meguire's cleaner wax.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-21-2017, 08:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,783
Posted By StevieG
Pic of our Discovery and H3

Pic of our Discovery and H3
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-21-2017, 07:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,783
Posted By StevieG
The Demco base plate is super easy to install on...

The Demco base plate is super easy to install on the H3. You take off the 2 front D rings and replace them with the 2 base plates. 4 bolts, no drilling, cutting, or any mods needed. Running the cable...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-21-2017, 07:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,783
Posted By StevieG
I towed it with a 39 ft. 2003 Fleetwood Discovery...

I towed it with a 39 ft. 2003 Fleetwood Discovery with a 330 Cat and then briefly with a 38 ft. Monaco Knight with a 330 Cummins. I towed with a Ready Brute Elite tow bar. My H3 had aggressive 35"...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-21-2017, 05:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,783
Posted By StevieG
I towed a 2008 H3 for 3 years. What can I tell...

I towed a 2008 H3 for 3 years. What can I tell you?
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-14-2017, 07:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,016
Posted By StevieG
I have a last update to this thread so as to...

I have a last update to this thread so as to bring my questions to an end and hopefully help somebody else that will have this same question in the future.

Prior to today, I installed the Blue Ox...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-05-2017, 01:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,900
Posted By StevieG
Mavric, what brand monitor and cameras? Did you...

Mavric, what brand monitor and cameras? Did you have a 3 camera set up before? I'm about to replace my current 3 camera Weldex b/w set up with a Weldex color setup and was told i could use the cables...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-02-2017, 07:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,654
Posted By StevieG
Unless you can bring the engine up to temp, which...

Unless you can bring the engine up to temp, which means a nice long ride, you're better letting you coach hibranate for the winter. You should run the genny under a load once a month if possible as...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-02-2017, 01:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,929
Posted By StevieG
Nice Truck! :thumb:

Nice Truck!

:thumb:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-01-2017, 05:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,929
Posted By StevieG
4 pages on the effectiveness or ineffectiveness...

4 pages on the effectiveness or ineffectiveness of deer whistles... What could anybody say at this point that hasn't been already said... And who cares? :laugh::laugh::laugh:
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-01-2017, 05:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,016
Posted By StevieG
I checked out the set up and it seems pretty...

I checked out the set up and it seems pretty similar except your running wires down each side of the truck separately. I plan on doing the job tomorrow. Doing the diodes, brake away for the brake...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-01-2017, 05:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,016
Posted By StevieG
First, there are two harnesses. You want to work...

First, there are two harnesses. You want to work with the top harness. Strip away the tape. There should be 3 wires in there You'll need a test light. The black wire is the ground. Leave it alone....
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-01-2017, 07:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,016
Posted By StevieG
Xboater, did your brake lights come on with the...

Xboater, did your brake lights come on with the engine off before you put the diodes in?

Just trying to see if I really need the relay, or can pull a fuse (brake light fuse) every time I tow,...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-01-2017, 07:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,016
Posted By StevieG
I spoke to Etrailer yesterday and they...

I spoke to Etrailer yesterday and they recommended the brake light relay.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-31-2017, 08:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,016
Posted By StevieG
Next question... I'm going to use the Brake Buddy...

Next question... I'm going to use the Brake Buddy for my braking system this time around. My last set up was the Ready Brute Elite cable and wasn't real impressed... the Brake Buddy came with the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-30-2017, 11:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,016
Posted By StevieG
Diode Set up in brand new 2016 Ram 1500

In my last toad, I did the bulb and socket setup up. Didn't really like the set up. So I want to try the diode set up this time. I read several of the previous diode threads posts in here and...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-05-2017, 06:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 840
Posted By StevieG
We stayed at the Association Island CG.

We stayed at the Association Island CG.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-28-2016, 08:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 856
Posted By StevieG
Anyone tow a Ram 1500 with a Ready Brute Elit

I recently purchased a 2016 Ram 1500 4x4 Express Quad cab and plan to tow it with a Ready Brute Elite tow bar that I already own. I just purchased a Blue Ox BX2409 base plate, which are two separate...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-19-2016, 07:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 945
Posted By StevieG
I see this is your first post... Welcome! This is...

I see this is your first post... Welcome! This is a subject that gets a lot of discussion in here... If you do a search of the IRV2 thread files at the top of the page, you'll find a LOT of threads...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-08-2016, 09:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,570
Posted By StevieG
Okay, I have an update for anyone in the future...

Okay, I have an update for anyone in the future that may be researching this issue. First... I have a Klauber slide motor model K01285M150N. It is electric only, no hydraulics. This morning I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-07-2016, 07:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,075
Posted By StevieG
We went with Tough Top. They were reasonable and...

We went with Tough Top. They were reasonable and fit well.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-07-2016, 10:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,570
Posted By StevieG
The case halves have a gasket between and maybe...

The case halves have a gasket between and maybe tightening the bolts on the edge is all you need to do , then keep checking for future leaks.

Since I was in there for something else, I didn't...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-06-2016, 08:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,570
Posted By StevieG
Monaco Slide motor leak

I went into the basement of my 2006 Monaco Knight 38 PDQ today looking for something and found traces of a pink (transmission like) fluid on the topside of a storage container and underside of the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-06-2016, 07:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,100
Posted By StevieG
ATVresearch.com sells the same video products as...

ATVresearch.com sells the same video products as RV Cams only a lot cheaper. Check them out...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-24-2016, 07:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,665
Posted By StevieG
I'll let you know. It may be a while... But I'll...

I'll let you know. It may be a while... But I'll update this thread when I have it installed and used as a toad. Thanks again... Looking forward to the install.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-20-2016, 05:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,665
Posted By StevieG
Walt, I ordered it from the link you sent me on...

Walt, I ordered it from the link you sent me on EBay and going to give it a try... Thanks!
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-20-2016, 03:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,665
Posted By StevieG
Walt, wow! That looks like a great alternative to...

Walt, wow! That looks like a great alternative to the bulb and socket set up that I've spent hours installing... Do you know if it's legal in most or all states to use just the strip for tail lights,...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-09-2016, 06:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,372
Posted By StevieG
Be nice if the OP let us know whether he...

Be nice if the OP let us know whether he purchased a coach on EBay and if so, how it worked out... If not why? Thanks.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-07-2016, 04:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,536
Posted By StevieG
I ran a separate hose from the black tank flush...

I ran a separate hose from the black tank flush valve in the sewer bay directly to the black tank fitting and removed the old hose. There is no possible way anybody is going to get sick as the water...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-05-2016, 05:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,849
Posted By StevieG
This thread interests me as the DW got a job...

This thread interests me as the DW got a job earlier this year with little vacation time. As a result, I found myself getting to campsites after dark and having a little bit of a tough time backing...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-04-2016, 05:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,372
Posted By StevieG
I bought my first coach from a listing on...

I bought my first coach from a listing on Craigslist and my second coach on EBay. For the deal on EBay, I had over 250 pics and a couple of videos and a condition inspection report done prior to...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-04-2016, 05:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,883
Posted By StevieG
I have a Ready Brute Elite tow bar and I believe...

I have a Ready Brute Elite tow bar and I believe the maximum difference in the instructions said 2" to 3" at most. I am actually level. Well... Was level. Just getting a new toad so I'm starting...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-04-2016, 05:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,665
Posted By StevieG
Thank you Bob. The dealer told me I could flat...

Thank you Bob. The dealer told me I could flat tow, but not much more. I used the link you provided and found The answer on pages 722 To page 733. The procedure is exactly the same as my Hummer, with...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-03-2016, 09:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,665
Posted By StevieG
Flat towing 2016 Ram 1500 battery disconnect

After several good years, I'm trading in the Hummer for a brand new Ram 1500. Before I finalized the deal, I made sure I can flat tow it behind my Monaco. This winter my project will be to get it...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-03-2016, 09:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,217
Posted By StevieG
I have a Knight 38 PDQ as well that I recently...

I have a Knight 38 PDQ as well that I recently purchased and started a thread about this less the leveling blocks a couple of weeks ago. As backwards as it sounds, Monaco wants you to put out the...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 10-30-2016, 03:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,256
Posted By StevieG
Allstate was a LOT cheaper with excellent...

Allstate was a LOT cheaper with excellent coverage and a low deductible than anybody else. Period. And I checked around . That's in NY.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-30-2016, 03:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,964
Posted By StevieG
My leveler system works with the key in the "on"...

My leveler system works with the key in the "on" position. Same with the slides. Since it airs up with the engine on, it can't be running. All sorts of buzzing and beeping all going at the same...
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