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Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 10-30-2020, 11:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,271
Posted By cavalryman
Remco Call

I got a call back from Remco today, Sales Manager Zach. He explained that he talked to his tech (Trever) and said that after he looked at the defective pump he could understand how Trever came to...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 10-29-2020, 07:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,271
Posted By cavalryman
Great Customer Service

My original reply to this post was made at about 6:05 PM. Within an hour I received a private message response from Bill Rowell, President of RV Upgrades.com. He acknowledged the poor customer...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 10-29-2020, 04:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,271
Posted By cavalryman
Bad Pump

So I purchased this pump in May 2020. I installed it in my coach mid May. On Oct 6 I discovered a leak coming from the housing. It had a very small crack which was spraying water.

I live in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-10-2019, 03:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 556
Posted By cavalryman
My wife got her Class B in Pa a couple years ago....

My wife got her Class B in Pa a couple years ago. The permit was easy, just go in apply for it, no test.

The driving test is another story. You basically have to do a CDL test. Pretrip walk...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-10-2019, 07:57 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 515
Posted By cavalryman
Great Alignment Shop

I would like to give a recommendation to an alignment shop I used Knoxville TN. During a recent trip I discovered uneven wear on my front tires. The inside edge was worn pretty bad. I was in...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-08-2019, 06:52 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,880
Posted By cavalryman
2015 F 150 quad cab "long bed". Easy shifting...

2015 F 150 quad cab "long bed". Easy shifting transfer case into neutral and no need to unhook battery. Push button start so we don't have to leave the keys in it.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-04-2019, 08:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,363
Posted By cavalryman
I'm not sure I can post a good video here but if...

I'm not sure I can post a good video here but if you go to You Tube and type in Amerideck you'll see a bunch of videos of different set ups.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-04-2019, 07:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,363
Posted By cavalryman
Fire Up The Can AM weighs around 1000...

Fire Up

The Can AM weighs around 1000 lbs. The lift system is around 700 lbs in two pieces, the removable deck and the hydraulic arm with frame. The deck comes off easily with two pins. I...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-03-2019, 06:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,363
Posted By cavalryman
F150 toad with Spyder

Here are a few pics of my new to me toad set up with my Can AM Spyder in the back. I used an Amerideck loading system which allows ground level loading then hydraulically lifted into the bed of the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-27-2019, 09:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,096
Posted By cavalryman
I also have AFO now in it's third vehicle. ...

I also have AFO now in it's third vehicle. Currently in a 2015 F150 and it behaves the same way as OP. Previously was in a 2015 Expedition and also did the same thing. First vehicle was a 2009...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-27-2019, 08:58 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 24,711
Posted By cavalryman
TPMS saved me at least one tire last year. ...

TPMS saved me at least one tire last year. Several hours into a trip we stopped at a rest area. Headed south again and within a short time the alarm went off showing inside rear tire pressure...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-01-2018, 07:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,110
Posted By cavalryman
I usually do my own maintenance but now have the...

I usually do my own maintenance but now have the Aquahot serviced by a professional. He has the special tools to check things like fuel pressure to the unit. He can also adjust air intake. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-30-2018, 08:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,110
Posted By cavalryman
Mine used to smoke also when I first got it. ...

Mine used to smoke also when I first got it. Probably due to lack of maintenance from the previous owner. Gave it a tune up ( new fuel filter, new nozzle and cleaned combustion chamber) and it ran...
Forum: Cummins Engines 05-21-2018, 09:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,364
Posted By cavalryman
I trust the info from the Aladdin more than the...

I trust the info from the Aladdin more than the gauges. My Imperial does the same with the oil pressure and temp gauge. The digital readout seems more accurate than the dial needle.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-11-2018, 07:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 935
Posted By cavalryman
My 05 Imperial also has a sanicon system which...

My 05 Imperial also has a sanicon system which did not work when I first got it. Ultimately discovered a small circuit breaker in the engine bay electrical panel needed reset. It was not marked in...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-01-2018, 07:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 923
Posted By cavalryman
I have the same thing in my Imperial. I believe...

I have the same thing in my Imperial. I believe it is a speaker for the OnStar system. I never used it so I'm not sure.

Mike
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-15-2017, 08:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,384
Posted By cavalryman
We almost bought a MH with a salvage title a...

We almost bought a MH with a salvage title a couple years ago. The deal breaker was that we could not get insurance on it other than liability. We tried 4 companies, and all would not insure it...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-06-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,257
Posted By cavalryman
While in Goshen for the maintenance session last...

While in Goshen for the maintenance session last year I traveled up to Bontragers RV parts just into Michigan. I found a set of new wiper arms for my 05 Imperial for $20.00 each. The new arms fixed...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 10-28-2017, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,087
Posted By cavalryman
I attached a 50' X 5/8 garden hose to the end of...

I attached a 50' X 5/8 garden hose to the end of my Sani-Con hose and pump to my septic. Slight down hill but no clogs yet. Been doing it for over a year.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-28-2017, 08:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,192
Posted By cavalryman
After hooking up and checking everything I first...

After hooking up and checking everything I first pull out slowly while listening to everything. I once didn't get my Jeep's transfer case in neutral all the way and as I began to move the tires...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-28-2017, 08:14 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 8,102
Posted By cavalryman
38 degrees and -2 all the time!

38 degrees and -2 all the time!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-07-2017, 07:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,483
Posted By cavalryman
We were there a couple months ago with our 42'...

We were there a couple months ago with our 42' pulling a Jeep. No problem driving it into the park to the visitor center. They have a dump station nearby too. I don't think the campground in the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-18-2017, 08:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,964
Posted By cavalryman
I just replaced mine with a Samsung RF 18. It...

I just replaced mine with a Samsung RF 18. It fit through the door of my 2005 Imperial just barely. Plan "B" was to take out the drivers window if the door didn't work. Windshield would have been...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-16-2017, 07:36 PM
Replies: 1,304
Views: 128,922
Posted By cavalryman
Retired Pa State Police Mounted Unit member.

Retired Pa State Police Mounted Unit member.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-13-2017, 09:38 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,862
Posted By cavalryman
Joe, It can be set at 34, 36, 38, 40, 42 or 44.

Joe, It can be set at 34, 36, 38, 40, 42 or 44.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-13-2017, 08:28 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,862
Posted By cavalryman
Joe, That's just what it was set at when I put...

Joe, That's just what it was set at when I put it in and what they (Samsung) recommend. I assume it will go lower. I'll check it out and let you know.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-13-2017, 08:07 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,862
Posted By cavalryman
Joe, We struggled with our Norcold ever since we...

Joe, We struggled with our Norcold ever since we bough the MH 2 years ago. Some days it seemed to work fine keeping temperatures in the safe zones. Other days the temp would rise into the not safe...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-23-2017, 06:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,549
Posted By cavalryman
Bob- yes the water pump and water manifold are...

Bob- yes the water pump and water manifold are both in the same bay as the inverter and transfer switch. I am the third owner but I am sure it came that way from the factory. I never really gave it...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-22-2017, 07:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 764
Posted By cavalryman
If you blow air back up through the line you can...

If you blow air back up through the line you can probably unclog it.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-22-2017, 07:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,549
Posted By cavalryman
FYI- Could've been a disaster

So today I pulled into a RV park after 2 days on the road boondocking. I hooked up the water line and turned it on. I started to hear water running (barely over the sound of the Sani-Con draining)....
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-14-2017, 11:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 764
Posted By cavalryman
Thanks for the info guys!

Thanks for the info guys!
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-14-2017, 08:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 764
Posted By cavalryman
Question On American Eagle Coaches

I looked at an American Eagle by Fleetwood coach yesterday. Are all American Eagles made by Fleetwood? I thought American Eagle was its own brand. I'm a little confused.

Thanks for any help
...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-02-2017, 08:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
I replaced the two cutoff switches today. Pretty...

I replaced the two cutoff switches today. Pretty straightforward except for a minor brainfart. Did the chassis switch first no problem, tested it, all good. Did the coach switch, tested it...not...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-02-2017, 06:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
The "Salesman Switch" is the battery cut off...

The "Salesman Switch" is the battery cut off switch in the second picture. It is next to the front door so you can turn off all (most) 12vt power as you leave the coach. The other picture is the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-01-2017, 02:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
Okay, the saga continues..... The generator has...

Okay, the saga continues..... The generator has been starting fine ever since the one evening that it didn't work. Same as before.

But for the past week while hooked up at a campground I was...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-22-2017, 06:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
Twinboat- I didn't forget about this. Just got...

Twinboat- I didn't forget about this. Just got busy with a job, probably won't get to this till next week.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-20-2017, 10:19 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
I'll check it later today. Thanks for your help!

I'll check it later today. Thanks for your help!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-20-2017, 08:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
Twinboat- Here are two pictures of my battery...

Twinboat- Here are two pictures of my battery control parts. Both are located in the engine compartment. One with the big relay is in a separate box.

I have a test meter and can check voltage,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-19-2017, 06:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
Rubicon and Twinboat- I am also having trouble...

Rubicon and Twinboat- I am also having trouble with coach batteries charging while driving. Sometimes it seems they are charging according to the inverter panel, the battery charge will go from say...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-18-2017, 06:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
Okay, this morning I began the repair on the...

Okay, this morning I began the repair on the generator.

The first thing I did was disconnect the control cable from the inverter/auto start at the generator. I remember seeing a maintenance guy...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-17-2017, 05:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
Oldguy- I do hear clicking...not sure if its fuel...

Oldguy- I do hear clicking...not sure if its fuel pump. I though it was a preheat cycle??? I could be wrong.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-17-2017, 05:19 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
We made it our campground where will now have...

We made it our campground where will now have hook ups. I will tear into it tomorrow. Ill check the connectors and fuses. Is the starter on the right side (passenger)? Everything is so damn tight...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-17-2017, 07:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By cavalryman
Generator No Start

Last night we pulled into a campground to stay in their dry camping area. No hook up sites were available. Went to start generator to top off batteries and the generator would not start. It does...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-18-2017, 07:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,245
Posted By cavalryman
When I removed mine last year I had to take off a...

When I removed mine last year I had to take off a bathroom door to get it out. While fixing the problem I found the large concrete weights inside the machine. Taking the top weight off for the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-30-2016, 03:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,563
Posted By cavalryman
Chris, That's an exact twin to my MH. I bought...

Chris, That's an exact twin to my MH. I bought mine in July 2015 from a private seller. Price is in the ball park of what mine was listed for. (got if for less)

Mine had 17,000ish miles and now...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-22-2016, 07:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 874
Posted By cavalryman
Yes, My 2005 Imperial does the same thing. The...

Yes, My 2005 Imperial does the same thing. The owners manual says that is the normal operation. Kinda makes sense though....when you take your foot off the accelerator the MH doesn't know if you...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-18-2016, 08:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,433
Posted By cavalryman
After I punch in the 5 digit access code, I then...

After I punch in the 5 digit access code, I then push the 1/2 button to open just the entry door. The 3/4 button opens all doors including the cargo doors. The 5/6 button opens just the curb side...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-18-2016, 05:59 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,433
Posted By cavalryman
Keyless Entry Solved

I have owned my 2005 Imperial for over a year now. I've been able to figure out most problems with the help of this forum, but one issue had me stumped.......until today. Keyless Entry!

I could...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-14-2016, 08:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,260
Posted By cavalryman
Paul, I had a chance to look at this today but...

Paul, I had a chance to look at this today but still not sure how to proceed. It appears I do not have a BIRD system. It looks like I have an IRD, see attached photo.


In researching other...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-14-2016, 06:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,036
Posted By cavalryman
I used Lloyd Degerald while at a maintenance...

I used Lloyd Degerald while at a maintenance session in Indiana. Not sure where he will be next week but seemed like a very knowledgeable guy. He replaced a low fluid sensor on mine while at a...
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