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Monaco Owner's Forum
07-05-2023, 02:27 PM
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Adding Freon to Dash air
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On my 2008 Diplomat I'm adding every couple...
On my 2008 Diplomat I'm adding every couple years. The service guys check for leaks and say I have none. Not sure what is going on but I may need new service guys.
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Monaco Owner's Forum
06-30-2022, 09:49 AM
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08 Monaco Diplomat 40PDQ Wander
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Audidog
Must have gotten lucky with a tight Sheppard...
Must have gotten lucky with a tight Sheppard steering box. The pivot arm connection technique tells me it is a Sheppard.
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Monaco Owner's Forum
06-29-2022, 08:18 AM
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08 Monaco Diplomat 40PDQ Wander
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Audidog
I have an 08 Monaco Diplomat 40PDQ and installed...
I have an 08 Monaco Diplomat 40PDQ and installed the front and rear Watts Links and rear cross bars and no more wandering down the road. Use to drive just like you describe needing both hands on the...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
01-13-2022, 10:30 AM
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To buy or not to buy 2009 Monaco Diplomat
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I can share our experience with owning a 2008 40...
I can share our experience with owning a 2008 40 PDQ for 7 years and have driven it approximately 35K miles. It has the 400 ISL Cummins engine and not having to deal with DEF fluid is a plus....
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Monaco Owner's Forum
01-13-2022, 09:21 AM
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Toad Vehicle Recommendation
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Audidog
If you need to take kayaks, motorcycles or large...
If you need to take kayaks, motorcycles or large items then consider a pick- up truck for your tow vehicle. Ours is a 2016 Ford F150 4X4 extended cab. It has a 6.5 ft bed and allows for seating of...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
07-13-2021, 06:10 AM
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Alignment and Chassis Inspection by Josam
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Audidog
I'm sure they have the equipment and ability to...
I'm sure they have the equipment and ability to check all axles. I just wanted to share my experience since I just asked for an alignment. I didn't ask for front only or ask to do both axles. If...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
07-12-2021, 12:33 PM
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Ceramic Coating Cost
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Audidog
I have to assume the paint correction part is...
I have to assume the paint correction part is majority of your cost estimate. Have mine in for paint scratches and chip repair and cost is $4200. An estimate to paint my roof edges, you know just...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
07-12-2021, 12:23 PM
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Alignment and Chassis Inspection by Josam
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Alignment and Chassis Inspection by Josam
Every time I mention that I had a front end alignment to my RV friends they ask what did it cost? I though I would provide this thread to share my costs with Josam in Orlando. Had a front axle...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
11-24-2020, 01:08 PM
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Wandering 2+2
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Audidog
I installed the cross bars, rear watts link and...
I installed the cross bars, rear watts link and front watts link a few weeks ago and just completed a camping trip to Fort Clinch which was a 350 mile run. My 08 Diplomat handled much better than...
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Class A Motorhome Discussions
10-04-2020, 09:54 AM
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Motorhome vs travel trailer
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3,332
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Audidog
Mikepdx I notice you have a fatboy and probably...
Mikepdx I notice you have a fatboy and probably have considered toy haulers. I have used TT toy hauler in the past and now use my DP MH and F150 in tow as my toad and HD trike motorcycle trailer. I...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
04-06-2020, 01:49 PM
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3M Film Question
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Audidog
3M Film and adhesive removal process lessons learned
Just finished removing the 3M clear film and adhesive from my 2008 40PDQ. Used heat gun and plastic chisels for the film removal process. Used the heat gun on low and would swipe a small area for...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
05-05-2019, 11:17 AM
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Awning not Working
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Audidog
It's called the Carefree Travel'R awning and I...
It's called the Carefree Travel'R awning and I have the Series 1. Also discovered the same motor on Ebay " New OEM DELCO Power Window Lift Motor 12 tooth Buick Cadillac Chevy Olds Pontiac" is the...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
05-02-2019, 03:39 PM
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Awning not Working
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1,977
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Audidog
I just went through the same problem on my 2008...
I just went through the same problem on my 2008 Monaco 40 PDQ. Ready to break camp and the awning wouldn't retract. After much time spent checking wiring, voltages with my meter, switch operation,...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
05-07-2018, 02:37 PM
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Atwood Water Heater Replacement Success Tips
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Audidog
I replaced it because it quit working on AC...
I replaced it because it quit working on AC power. It wouldn't work on propane as well. I did the easy stuff like flush out tank and check to see if it had power but nothing obvious appeared to be...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
05-06-2018, 11:18 AM
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Atwood Water Heater Replacement Success Tips
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Audidog
I ordered the GC10A-4E. Shop around because I...
I ordered the GC10A-4E. Shop around because I found the prices vary considerably from under $600 to above $900.00.
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Monaco Owner's Forum
05-06-2018, 07:08 AM
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Atwood Water Heater Replacement Success Tips
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Audidog
Atwood Water Heater Replacement Success Tips
Here are some things that I did not find in the YouTube videos or forum discussion searches I encountered in the removal and replacement of my 10 gallon Atwood water heater on my 2008 Diplomat 40...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
11-10-2017, 11:16 AM
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Penguin AC
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1,357
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Audidog
Heard back from Intellitec and the EMS is still...
Heard back from Intellitec and the EMS is still actively supported but the part is out of stock at the moment. They don't like to take back order orders and asked that I get back with them in 2...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
11-09-2017, 08:31 AM
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Penguin AC
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1,357
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Audidog
I did the relay bypass by moving the rear AC CB...
I did the relay bypass by moving the rear AC CB wire to the rear AC direct power line terminal and rear AC now comes on when commanded to do so. I'm thinking of buying the 50A smart EMS upgrade kit...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
11-07-2017, 12:54 PM
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Penguin AC
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1,357
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Audidog
My rear AC unit has quit on my 2008 40 PDQ and my...
My rear AC unit has quit on my 2008 40 PDQ and my troubleshooting has led me to believe it is one of the relays on the power management system board in the rear power panel. Member Nodine mentioned...
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MH-General Discussions & Problems
01-16-2017, 01:11 PM
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Prep for Gravel Parking Area
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Audidog
The prep for gravel as has been said depends on...
The prep for gravel as has been said depends on what your yard base consists of. I just did a 100' X 15' driveway into my yard. I'm in Fl so it is all sand. Removed grass and sand to about 4". ...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
01-13-2017, 06:40 AM
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Tail lights
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1,735
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Audidog
I know this is an old thread but wanted to thank...
I know this is an old thread but wanted to thank this thread for saving me money. 2008 Diplomat taillight $83 to $93 on ebay. 2004 Silverado taillight $37 on ebay. Bought both LH and RH for less...
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Monaco Owner's Forum
12-10-2016, 02:14 PM
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Audidog
Thanks to JohnBoyToo for taking the time to help...
Thanks to JohnBoyToo for taking the time to help me with getting added to the Monaco Owners group.
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Monaco Owner's Forum
12-07-2016, 04:16 AM
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Audidog
Another new membership request...
Whoever is keeping the Monaco Owners Club membership list please add us to the list. We just acquired a 2008 Diplomat 40PDQ and other than a leaky entry door and having to change out the wiper motor...
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