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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-31-2024, 03:47 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,345
Posted By JimWW
your criteria is certainly a very limiting...

your criteria is certainly a very limiting factor. Personally, I wanted a tag axle, pre DEF/DPF engine and a Roadmaster Series S chassis. I also wanted 38 to 40 feet but found them to be really...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-12-2024, 03:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 973
Posted By JimWW
I have always wanted something like the "fox and...

I have always wanted something like the "fox and hound" you mention. If I was going to get one, do you have one that is decent you can recommend for use on an RV with the multiple strands of wire,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-12-2024, 02:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,940
Posted By JimWW
I would read your manual before adding an...

I would read your manual before adding an additives to it. I was surprised to find that most were not recommended. The biocide (sp) is critical if you don't use it often and turn over the fuel...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-12-2024, 03:55 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,293
Posted By JimWW
That was my thought as well. My hydraulic tank...

That was my thought as well. My hydraulic tank is aluminum and coolant is plastic and looks like that. I suspect someone put coolant in the wrong tank. If that is the case... I'd run it some with...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-10-2024, 03:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 707
Posted By JimWW
If my solar display inside the coach says I'm...

If my solar display inside the coach says I'm getting 8amps what does that mean? I've heard somewhere you multiple the amps by 12 volts to get watts, so that would be 48 watts? Does it make sense...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-07-2024, 02:51 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,293
Posted By JimWW
I just completed all the service on my new to me...

I just completed all the service on my new to me coach. Its 20 years old and no idea how old the fluid was so I replaced the "hydraulic" fluid which is III transmission fluid. It is a mess if you...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-22-2024, 03:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,830
Posted By JimWW
Like several others have said... to few miles on...

Like several others have said... to few miles on a diesel was not a selling point to me. Sitting and not moving is terrible for bearings and seals. It really sounds like you are concerned with the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-22-2024, 03:10 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,194
Posted By JimWW
The had to haves for me... Semi monocoque...

The had to haves for me...
Semi monocoque chassis
side radiator
tag axle
no DEF or Soot cooker
AquaHot

Didn't know it until I had it... 500 hp engine. I could still live with a 400 hp coach,...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-01-2024, 02:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,074
Posted By JimWW
I also like the Greenbrier Campground... someone...

I also like the Greenbrier Campground... someone else already posted the website. Of course I'm a little jaded... my family settled the Greenbrier area back in the early 1800's. The campground is...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-30-2024, 05:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,684
Posted By JimWW
Tim Hancock from youtube fame... I loved...

Tim Hancock from youtube fame... I loved watching your videos on that RV repair!!! Thanks for the entertainment.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-09-2024, 02:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,978
Posted By JimWW
Like others have said... what length and number...

Like others have said... what length and number of slides are two critical factors in the value.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-31-2023, 02:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,508
Posted By JimWW
I am partial to the Monaco and Holiday Rambler...

I am partial to the Monaco and Holiday Rambler coaches (Dynasty, Executive, Signature, Navigator) as that is what I've owned and know. As many have said, pre emission engines would be preferred. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-24-2023, 05:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,633
Posted By JimWW
Is there a budget ball park for your purchase? ...

Is there a budget ball park for your purchase? How experienced / willing are you in doing maintenance and repairs? An older well maintained coach can be far superior to some of the newer ones. ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-24-2023, 05:46 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,022
Posted By JimWW
I think for the most part your question has been...

I think for the most part your question has been answered... it depends. LOL. The one thing I'll add is I had driven several Dynasty's with the 400 hp Cummins and it was more than adequate for a 40...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-12-2023, 03:15 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,385
Posted By JimWW
That certainly matches this threads name of...

That certainly matches this threads name of "Monaco's in the WILD"
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-30-2023, 03:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,761
Posted By JimWW
This was a concern of mine as I am still planning...

This was a concern of mine as I am still planning on taking another trip or two in my RV this year and didn't want to drain the lines/tank. I bought a Switchbot temp sensor that connects to wifi. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-21-2023, 02:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,075
Posted By JimWW
I would much rather have a high mileage coach...

I would much rather have a high mileage coach than one that has sat for a couple years. Diesels like to run. I would also check the wheel bearings/seals as sitting for a long time will allow them...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-14-2023, 07:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,385
Posted By JimWW
2023 Trips to Bristol and Talladega

The interesting thing... I bought this Executive in April and the next week drove it to Talladega. The prior owner texted me a picture of it parked at the race and said one of his friends thought he...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-07-2023, 08:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,797
Posted By JimWW
Crasher, I think you will like the 500 ISM. I...

Crasher, I think you will like the 500 ISM. I cruise at 65-70 and get 6.5 mpg. I've always heard the Detroit is the best, but also that the 500 ISM is second. Congrats on your purchase and happy...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-31-2023, 02:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,065
Posted By JimWW
What you are seeking is a rare bird. That is...

What you are seeking is a rare bird. That is essentially the same specs that I had, except I really prefer more miles as my thought is that a sitting diesel is not a happy diesel. I have purchased...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-15-2023, 04:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 764
Posted By JimWW
Thanks guys. It seemed to work at least some of...

Thanks guys. It seemed to work at least some of the time while at home. I am camping now and while driving up it would give me the chime sound every once in a while, so I added fluid. I hoped that...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-14-2023, 05:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 532
Posted By JimWW
Yes, might be easier to just add some refrigerant...

Yes, might be easier to just add some refrigerant before tearing it down. These are famous for leaks and as someone else said, the compressor will not turn on if its out.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-14-2023, 05:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,550
Posted By JimWW
One thing you might try is to see if the battery...

One thing you might try is to see if the battery is strong enough to start the generator. Certainly does not need as much power to turn over, but is still a good test. If it starts you can run it...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-05-2023, 05:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,449
Posted By JimWW
Crasher.... if you need something mechanical...

Crasher.... if you need something mechanical then check out Merlin's Old School Garage on YT. He is a wealth of knowledge from Model A's to Diesels.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-04-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,449
Posted By JimWW
Ed must not be married. After 40 years with the...

Ed must not be married. After 40 years with the same lady, I don't question why anymore... if she doesn't like something, she doesn't like it. About the only exception was when I bought our...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-04-2023, 11:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 764
Posted By JimWW
another follow up. So, while camping this...

another follow up. So, while camping this weekend, the jacks would not go down at all. Just hear a pump noise. Got home and tried again. It made the same noise but would eventually hear the pump...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-04-2023, 07:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 764
Posted By JimWW
it has worked in the past, but I usually use the...

it has worked in the past, but I usually use the air leveling. The same sounds with auto or manual mode. It makes a sound, but not the usual whine like the pump is pumping. maybe a strange...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-02-2023, 09:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,289
Posted By JimWW
AZPete, I have the air bag HWH system and the...

AZPete, I have the air bag HWH system and the Hydraulic is RVA. The RVA is what I have questions on as it doesn't seem to be working other than making a noise.


I would like to have the HWH info...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-02-2023, 10:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,289
Posted By JimWW
I can hear noise when I push the auto or manual...

I can hear noise when I push the auto or manual buttons on the panel, but no movement of the jacks and no bong sound. Sounds like a fluid issue, not a rely or solenoid issue? More info on the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-02-2023, 10:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 764
Posted By JimWW
no jack movement

I have the optional RVA jacks. When I turn the system on, the panel lights up. When I try to move a jack or hit auto level the pump makes a sound but no movement of any of the jacks. No bong...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-29-2023, 03:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,794
Posted By JimWW
I have driven a 250 hp dynasty and 400 hp...

I have driven a 250 hp dynasty and 400 hp dynasty. I do have to say the 500 hp Executive is really nice. Like you mentioned, it does not even struggle with hills and will easily cruise at 70 or...
Forum: Just Conversation 04-27-2023, 03:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,746
Posted By JimWW
As I think someone else said... just be sure you...

As I think someone else said... just be sure you know the difference between "fees", "doc fees", etc and taxes. Doc fees are just a profit margin for the dealer. I always ask them why they don't...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-30-2022, 03:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,544
Posted By JimWW
Yeppers... I do realize the year limitations of...

Yeppers... I do realize the year limitations of my thought process. I currently have a 1995 model Dynasty and I'm looking to "upgrade" at some point. Really the only reason I'm considering getting...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-29-2022, 05:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,544
Posted By JimWW
I think the poor dead horse has been beaten...

I think the poor dead horse has been beaten pretty well on the DPF/DEF... but personally I'd avoid both of them. Anything designed to squirt expensive diesel fuel down the exhaust pipe is...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-20-2022, 03:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,581
Posted By JimWW
Like others, I've had this issue for years too. ...

Like others, I've had this issue for years too. Thanks for the info. Next time I have the dash off, I'll run another ground wire. Jim
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-20-2022, 02:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,464
Posted By JimWW
One thing I would try is if it has the rear...

One thing I would try is if it has the rear start, try using it instead of the one up front. I've found that if the front is bad, you can still turn it to on with the key and start it in the rear. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-26-2022, 02:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,991
Posted By JimWW
I replaced mine this spring with the 320 and it...

I replaced mine this spring with the 320 and it is working well. It has a ceramic bowel but plastic base. It is fine but it is two bolts down versus 4 from the prior one. It appeared that the ones...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 04-19-2022, 02:15 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 16,031
Posted By JimWW
Wow, busy day on the forum. Lots of high and...

Wow, busy day on the forum. Lots of high and mighty opinions too. To avoid this accident the OP could have stayed home? Is that what all of you mean when you say he should have slowed down, tapped...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-10-2022, 03:55 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,877
Posted By JimWW
My only question for you is that you installed...

My only question for you is that you installed the clean out... so you should know the answer. Was the clean out put in to clean the line from the clean out to the street or was it put in to clean...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-07-2022, 04:48 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,016
Posted By JimWW
Bunn

I have not seen anyone suggest the Bunn. I love how quickly it makes a pot of coffee. If you are not plugged in, it can be a considerable power drain, but it will heat in about 5 minutes once you...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-29-2022, 06:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,974
Posted By JimWW
My issue is that all these valves are stuck way...

My issue is that all these valves are stuck way up high on the front firewall. Its a bear to get in to them and I have to bend at an awful angle to reach them. Must have been young men that put...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-29-2022, 05:44 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,397
Posted By JimWW
Glad you got it fixed. If he had contacted E...

Glad you got it fixed. If he had contacted E trailer I would not have gotten to follow this thread with such interest!!! I have a step that works intermittently. It was replaced once about 20...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-17-2022, 04:45 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 8,702
Posted By JimWW
RV Pricing

I'm curious what everyone thinks about RV pricing... It seems that used RV values increased with the Covid Pandemic as it was a way to distance yourself and still move around. However, with fuel...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-09-2022, 03:39 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,734
Posted By JimWW
153 Stars

Now that the weather is warming up and I have a NASCAR race to go to in April, I'll be focusing on this again. I will try cleaning the grounds and making sure they are all tight. That is the most...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-26-2021, 03:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,730
Posted By JimWW
private message

to private message someone, click on their name and you should get a drop down menu and just select private message.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-26-2021, 03:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,377
Posted By JimWW
I changed out my entire unit instead of just the...

I changed out my entire unit instead of just the filter. Pretty much had to because I think it was the original from 1995. No one had ever seen anything like it... some very odd air line...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-26-2021, 03:07 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,827
Posted By JimWW
so glad to hear you got your Alt rebuilt and...

so glad to hear you got your Alt rebuilt and installed. FYI, even though you don't really need it now....I think most generators have a small alternator that charges the chassis battery. Its been...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 10-07-2021, 04:19 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,491
Posted By JimWW
Mark ups

I disagree with people it being ok to mark up a part above retail. Its one thing to be in the business and get parts for wholesale and price them at what the customer would have had to pay. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-28-2021, 03:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,483
Posted By JimWW
Oh Man, so sorry for your first venture ending...

Oh Man, so sorry for your first venture ending like this. I've got a 95 Dynasty too and it hurts to see all that burnt wiring, etc. It is certainly repairable, but will take a detail oriented...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-26-2021, 05:23 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,734
Posted By JimWW
sorry, No idea how the best way to maintain...

sorry, No idea how the best way to maintain during long storage. I have always parked mine in my driveway and used to run an extension cord to it, but I finally wired in a true 50 amp plug for it. ...
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