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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-25-2021, 02:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,410
Posted By bigdad1970
Any Monacoers still hanging around LaPosa South? ...

Any Monacoers still hanging around LaPosa South?

We are a little late to the party but we'd be willing to swing through there later this week if enough Monacoers are still around.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-21-2020, 08:45 PM
Replies: 3,267
Views: 457,159
Posted By bigdad1970
I just moved my sim from the Mobley to the...

I just moved my sim from the Mobley to the Netgear Nighthawk a couple days ago. The sim wasn't locked, I've never had the "No Time Out" change, and my firmware never updated to VM 6200V1.0.3 it's...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-15-2020, 09:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,861
Posted By bigdad1970
After reading this I went and tried to login at...

After reading this I went and tried to login at AT&T (it's been awhile since I logged in) and I got the same message about them sending the code to the Mobley. I can't access it either but luckily...
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-17-2020, 07:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,952
Posted By bigdad1970
Awesome info! Thanks for posting all this!

Awesome info! Thanks for posting all this!
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-06-2020, 03:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,952
Posted By bigdad1970
Glad you found the part numbers! While I don't...

Glad you found the part numbers! While I don't need the part numbers yet, it's only a matter of time. I appreciate having a place to find the part numbers when something goes wrong. Good luck!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-02-2020, 04:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,199
Posted By bigdad1970
I thought the same thing and have it sealed up...

I thought the same thing and have it sealed up tight.





That's sounds like a bad first drive home with it. What model dryer did you get? (Model # could help someone else down the road)...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-01-2020, 10:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,992
Posted By bigdad1970
I just did half of the lower section while...

I just did half of the lower section while hunting for a small leak a month or so ago. On my 97 Signature the screws were 1 1/2" flat head.

I also drilled some pilot holes and added another...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-01-2020, 10:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,199
Posted By bigdad1970
Update: Thanks for all the suggestions! ...

Update:

Thanks for all the suggestions!

Napa was unable to source the threaded nipple. I also tried a few different truck repair/parts places and no luck there either.


I cut up the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-23-2020, 08:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,199
Posted By bigdad1970
Air Dryer Service on 1997 Signature

I decided it was time to change the Pure Air Plus filter. Not sure when the last time it was changed by previous owner. That was the hardest filter I've ever taken off, mangled it up pretty good...
Forum: Full-Timers 03-17-2019, 08:26 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,061
Posted By bigdad1970
Yes, my wife and I are in our thirties (no kids)...

Yes, my wife and I are in our thirties (no kids) and are traveling full time. We are currently in Benson, AZ and will be here for another couple weeks before slowly starting to head north.

We go...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-25-2019, 09:57 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,231
Posted By bigdad1970
Here is a picture to show you how my OTR is...

Here is a picture to show you how my OTR is mounted and I can hold the indoor antenna right up to the ceiling (inside RV) below the OTR antenna and it still works great. No oscillation issues at...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-25-2019, 09:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,810
Posted By bigdad1970
I couldn't find a make for it on the inside...

I couldn't find a make for it on the inside control panel. Next time I'm up on the roof I will try and see if there is a name on it. I haven't seen any like it, I'm sure someone probably still...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-23-2019, 08:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,810
Posted By bigdad1970
The tv antenna has a motor that makes it go up...

The tv antenna has a motor that makes it go up and down and it can also turn in order to find a tv signal. There is control panel inside the RV.



I used stainless steel hose clamps to mount...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-22-2019, 02:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,810
Posted By bigdad1970
We purchased the Weboost 4G-X OTR to use with the...

We purchased the Weboost 4G-X OTR to use with the Mobley and have been satisfied with it. The difficult part was figuring out which antenna. I didn't want to mess with the directional antenna so I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-22-2019, 01:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 874
Posted By bigdad1970
I added a toggle switch to the jacks down alarm....

I added a toggle switch to the jacks down alarm. That way I can turn it on and off when needed. I got tired of listening to that thing, it's really loud. But don't forget to turn it back on when...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-19-2018, 06:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 734
Posted By bigdad1970
I chose the Blue Ox package and in my opinion,...

I chose the Blue Ox package and in my opinion, it's very easy to connect and disconnect.



For more details about the install visit the blog down below in my signature.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-16-2018, 08:21 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 11,473
Posted By bigdad1970
We were looking at what was available and ended...

We were looking at what was available and ended up with a 09 Honda Fit. It has turned out to be a great tow vehicle, it's very versatile and great gas mileage.

I was trying to stick to a budget...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-25-2018, 06:24 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 13,630
Posted By bigdad1970
We gave up on park wifi, it's only good when no...

We gave up on park wifi, it's only good when no one is in the park. We managed to pick up an unlimited AT&T plan with the Mobley back when they were available. But the Mobley doesn't pick up a very...
Forum: Northwest Region 10-23-2018, 09:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,223
Posted By bigdad1970
Wow! Good work. I unfortunately had an...

Wow! Good work. I unfortunately had an unexpected family event in Eastern WA. So, I had to quickly get back to WA, we were in Moab when I got the call. What was the route you took? Down through...
Forum: Northwest Region 10-23-2018, 09:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,223
Posted By bigdad1970
Nope, not a misprint.

Nope, not a misprint.
Forum: Northwest Region 09-30-2018, 02:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,223
Posted By bigdad1970
The wife and I (we're in our 30's) left Eastern...

The wife and I (we're in our 30's) left Eastern WA at the beginning of Sept. and have been playing around in Montana since (currently just outside Dillon). We have about another week here before...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-30-2017, 11:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 965
Posted By bigdad1970
That was the first place I looked but it doesn't...

That was the first place I looked but it doesn't adjust there. My solution was to bore out the hole to give it some adjustment but I thought someone might have a better way I'm not thinking of....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-29-2017, 11:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 965
Posted By bigdad1970
Bus Style Cargo Door Adjustment

I need to adjust the one of the cargo doors (bus style) on our 97 Signature. Does anyone have a diagram or know of the best way to adjust them? I not getting a good seal between the door and the...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 07-18-2017, 05:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,185
Posted By bigdad1970
That interior looks great, I really like the...

That interior looks great, I really like the floor. Congrats on the new rig!!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-16-2017, 08:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 860
Posted By bigdad1970
Maybe for the Jacks Down Alarm, I think a number...

Maybe for the Jacks Down Alarm, I think a number of people have put in a toggle switch to silence it. Ours has a toggle switch.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-13-2017, 11:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 804
Posted By bigdad1970
What did you think of the East Penn 8D's? I...

What did you think of the East Penn 8D's? I might be able to get some Carquest NG8D's which I believe are the same thing as East Penn 8d's for a couple hundred $ cheaper (each) than the Lifeline's. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-11-2017, 09:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,476
Posted By bigdad1970
I tried posting these yesterday but was...

I tried posting these yesterday but was unsuccessful, fortunately everything is working well today. Here is a diagram I found. Hope it helps.


...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-10-2017, 04:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 804
Posted By bigdad1970
Lifeline 8D AGM Replacement and Price

I have 5 Lifeline 8D AGM batteries and it's time to replace them. I'm not in a rush but would like to get some before the end of the year. I've read in a few different threads that others have...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-20-2017, 06:12 PM
Replies: 3,267
Views: 457,159
Posted By bigdad1970
Is AT&T releasing more Mobley's? I picked...

Is AT&T releasing more Mobley's?

I picked one up for myself a while ago and recently tried it at my brothers house out in the middle of no where (where I store my RV) and was able to get 6-8 MB...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-27-2017, 09:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,197
Posted By bigdad1970
Our manual says 200 gallons for our 97 Signature.

Our manual says 200 gallons for our 97 Signature.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-25-2017, 08:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,621
Posted By bigdad1970
I picked up a 97 Signature last fall and it came...

I picked up a 97 Signature last fall and it came with most of the manuals. I don't know how much overlap there is between the years but I'm sure there is some. It takes awhile to go through all the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-19-2017, 10:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,601
Posted By bigdad1970
I was looking at polyurethane sealants and found...

I was looking at polyurethane sealants and found Sikaflex 227, 3M 4000, and Enviroguard. Sikaflex 227 seems to be a great fit and is the least expensive of the 3. Does anyone have experience with...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-19-2017, 09:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 868
Posted By bigdad1970
I was looking at using sikaflex 227 also. Seems...

I was looking at using sikaflex 227 also. Seems a bit less expensive as the those others. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-19-2017, 05:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,601
Posted By bigdad1970
I was looking at this stuff to caulk in the...

I was looking at this stuff to caulk in the Aluminum edging on the opening of the bay. What came out of their was a little different than normal caulk. Also I believe they used it as a caulk and an...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-19-2017, 08:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,601
Posted By bigdad1970
This is actually what I ended up getting...

This is actually what I ended up getting yesterday, 1/16" stainless sheet. I couldn't find much in stock for aluminum or stainless. A customer had just bought up all the aluminum I wanted and a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-19-2017, 07:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 868
Posted By bigdad1970
Interesting stuff, I'm not sure I need the acid...

Interesting stuff, I'm not sure I need the acid resistance with AGM batteries but it wouldn't hurt to have it. Polyurethane sealant looks like a great product to use for this application. Looks...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-18-2017, 08:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 868
Posted By bigdad1970
What Caulk to use on Front of Battery Compartment Edging?

I have started a project replacing the floor in the battery bay which is here https://www.irv2.com/forums/f115/replacing-floor-in-battery-compartment-335629.html But the question I am asking is...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-17-2017, 09:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,601
Posted By bigdad1970
Sorry, I should have communicated better about...

Sorry, I should have communicated better about what my idea was. The batteries (5 Lifeline 8 D's) will go back on the slide where they were and that surface is flat, so no problems there. I feel...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-16-2017, 11:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,601
Posted By bigdad1970
Replacing Floor in Battery Compartment

I'm beginning to replace the floor in our battery compartment on our 97 Monaco Signature (All Electric). The battery bay is right behind the drivers side front wheel well and I've located where the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-11-2016, 10:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,383
Posted By bigdad1970
I found parts for the microphor here: ...

I found parts for the microphor here:

https://www.sagepayments.net/eftcart/products.asp

Looks like they have a motor but it's not cheap. I found the site going through Mullaney & Associates...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-07-2016, 11:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,383
Posted By bigdad1970
Mine has the Microphor LF-220. Lots of info...

Mine has the Microphor LF-220. Lots of info online about it if you google it. I'm sending you a picture of my Vehicle Data Card to your email, it lists all of my appliance model numbers. Good luck!
Forum: New Member Check-In 08-31-2016, 09:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 400
Posted By bigdad1970
New to us 97 Signature 40'

My wife and I finally found the coach we have been looking for. It's been a year and a half long search. This is our first coach and we plan on going full time in a few years. We need to learn as...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-19-2016, 09:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 804
Posted By bigdad1970
Pre purchase inspection near Marysville, WA???

Does anyone know of a good place for a pre purchase inspection near Marysville, WA? Or maybe a good mobile mechanic around Seattle? I just need a chassis/engine inspection, I can do the house...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-18-2016, 03:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 766
Posted By bigdad1970
I agree that condition is more important but the...

I agree that condition is more important but the seller is going off of nada and adding everything because that's what the last guy did. The person he bought it from said everything was optional on...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-11-2016, 01:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 766
Posted By bigdad1970
97 Signature Options

Does anyone know or have a copy of the features and options on a 97 Signature? It would be nice to know all the features that were standard and which ones were optional. If nothing else does anyone...
Forum: Foretravel Owner's Forum 07-13-2016, 09:09 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 32,840
Posted By bigdad1970
Earlier in the thread you were talking about...

Earlier in the thread you were talking about asking prices compared to nada book value. How much variation did you find with the one you purchased? By the way, that one looks great!!!
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