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Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 05-10-2022, 10:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,106
Posted By Gavin721
Black Series HQ15 2022

Just picked up our HQ15. Headed down to Cody Wy for the weekend. Decided to run up chief Joseph hwy to test the gladiator. Passed with flying colors. I am adding some air bags to stiffen the back...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-10-2021, 10:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 426
Posted By Gavin721
HVAC thermostat controls?

Hello everyone, I have a 2006 Beaver Monterey. I've had some difficulties over the past winter/summer with my rear 5 button comfort control thermostat. The 15k BTU AC/Heatpump works fine, it's a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-07-2019, 07:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 377
Posted By Gavin721
Perfect! Thank you very much. It wasn't attached...

Perfect! Thank you very much. It wasn't attached as you see it, the corrosion weakened the copper end that was bolted on and when the slide tray extended it broke> i just have it taped up and out of...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-07-2019, 03:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 377
Posted By Gavin721
2006 Beaver Monteray Lungana 4 slide wiring question

So over the course of a few months I neglected to tend to the house batteries and as I begin to remove/clean up things I found a small wire corroded thru and no longer attached to the house...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-24-2018, 11:14 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,661
Posted By Gavin721
I think they are all lemons you just got enjoy...

I think they are all lemons you just got enjoy the ride and make lemonade as you go!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-23-2018, 03:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,926
Posted By Gavin721
2006 Beaver. $4200 for 4 years 40k miles. AC died...

2006 Beaver. $4200 for 4 years 40k miles. AC died 50 days in. $2100 covered. Seven months later, engine issues, ended up the Cat C9 tossed a valve, $28k for a rebuild resleeve, new turbo, I paid,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-04-2018, 04:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 837
Posted By Gavin721
I would never deny that insurance companies make...

I would never deny that insurance companies make money, it’s the rule of large numbers. Take $100 from 500,000 people, pay out a number less than the premiums taken. That’s how insurance work....
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-31-2018, 11:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 734
Posted By Gavin721
That’s what I was hoping it was. I can live...

That’s what I was hoping it was. I can live without the light but for codes maybe worth replacing. Thank you for the info!
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-31-2018, 09:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 734
Posted By Gavin721
Onan 8k remote start switch.. no LED

So I’ve run the gen set regularly each month and used it over the last year. Complete maintenance last year and oil/air filters every 150 hours. Recently took a 10 trip and zero issues. Home now and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-28-2018, 01:26 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 29,700
Posted By Gavin721
I agree 99% of the time... however I'm proof that...

I agree 99% of the time... however I'm proof that on a 12 year old coach, my $4,500 warranty paid in spades. The Cat C9 dropped a valve and trashed the engine. Nearly $24k later, of which I spent...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-28-2018, 01:19 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 29,700
Posted By Gavin721
Thumbs up I have to agree with those in the used camp. I am...

I have to agree with those in the used camp. I am now 14 months into owning my 2006 Beaver Monterey and while I have spent some time and money updating it... I paid under 80k and love it! Sure it...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-28-2018, 12:46 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,050
Posted By Gavin721
I'm not a full timer, still working and have to...

I'm not a full timer, still working and have to agree with A Traveler on this one. While I have not had to change the oil/air on my 8k Onan on the road I have the spare stuff to do it. When dealing...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-02-2018, 11:43 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 59,429
Posted By Gavin721
Great looking coach! I had to search some...

Great looking coach! I had to search some Bluebird's to check out the interiors, very nice! I debated how old to go when I bought my 2006 Beaver (love it) but at the time couldn't find anything pre...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-18-2018, 01:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,828
Posted By Gavin721
Very true, OP didn't mention new or used. I...

Very true, OP didn't mention new or used. I should have stated "if buying a used DP"... gas and/or new would defiantly have been a different situation.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-18-2018, 01:16 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 12,583
Posted By Gavin721
If I won the lottery... something i NEVER think...

If I won the lottery... something i NEVER think about lol... seriously, I am going to win tonight, I have the Powerball ticket! :)

I think if I won 20M+ Net after taxes... I could bring myself to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-18-2018, 07:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,483
Posted By Gavin721
@andy29847..Thank you for the tip!! Wobble gone,...

@andy29847..Thank you for the tip!! Wobble gone, yay!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-17-2018, 07:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,828
Posted By Gavin721
I’d invest the 6k if not adding a warranty. I...

I’d invest the 6k if not adding a warranty. I just lived thru a $23,800 engine repair on the $4,500 extended warranty one year after buying a used motor home. I was never the guy buying those but...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 07-16-2018, 01:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,009
Posted By Gavin721
Don't beat yourself up over 1 injector missing. I...

Don't beat yourself up over 1 injector missing. I had a #1 valve basically shatter and kill 4 cylinders, kill 4 injectors, damage the other 2 on my Cat C9. I drove it to and from a couple shops, in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-16-2018, 01:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,563
Posted By Gavin721
After our first year with an RV, which is my 2006...

After our first year with an RV, which is my 2006 (Monaco) Beaver Monterey, we love it! It's on the 8 bag Roadmaster chassis and when looking for a RV/Motorhome I first knew I wanted a driver. Wasn't...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-13-2018, 10:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,483
Posted By Gavin721
Oh! Nice. Thanks for the tip. I found a company...

Oh! Nice. Thanks for the tip. I found a company with the bearing ring but he didn't know if it worked with the seat I have. I'll look tonight and let you know if it was a loose bolt. Thanks again for...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-13-2018, 10:19 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 27,842
Posted By Gavin721
I can verify that, although not minor. I just...

I can verify that, although not minor. I just spend $480 for "diagnosis" fee's and another $400 for a PM in Oct 17. Followed by a $23k+ ($21k covered by extended warranty) Cat C9 engine work. I am...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-13-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 27,842
Posted By Gavin721
Rented a Class A gas, then test drove about a...

Rented a Class A gas, then test drove about a dozen, probably 3 gas, the rest DP. Ended up with a 2006 Beaver DP, 40' for well under 100k. I was prepared to spend upwards of 200k on new but found...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-13-2018, 09:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,483
Posted By Gavin721
Thanks! I will reach out to Flexsteel for a base...

Thanks! I will reach out to Flexsteel for a base only. Much better option than a $1k seat that I don't need.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-12-2018, 11:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,483
Posted By Gavin721
Not to hi jack the seat thread, but I have...

Not to hi jack the seat thread, but I have Flexsteel seats in our 2006 Beaver Monterey and have a "wobble" in the driver side. Considered buying a new seat but if you have to transfer the base......
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-12-2018, 11:19 PM
Replies: 1,155
Views: 179,187
Posted By Gavin721
-Newly rebuilt C9... Thank you extended warranty!...

-Newly rebuilt C9... Thank you extended warranty! $23k+ phew...
-New Chasis batteries, soon to replace 4x 6v deep cycle house
-Restrung 3 window shades
-Remove/repair/reinstalled wood trim on...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-12-2018, 11:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,352
Posted By Gavin721
I agree with gen off/plug after. In reverse I...

I agree with gen off/plug after. In reverse I turn off all AC/Fridge etc.. using the Gen, let the gen cool off a min or two before powering it off. Then plug in wait to hear the surge/ems click over,...
Forum: iRV2 Owners Registry 07-12-2018, 11:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 490
Posted By Gavin721
Black Series HQ15 :: 2022 Black Series HQ15

2006 Beaver Montery Laguna IV (2018-07-13 05:06:18)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-31-2018, 10:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,270
Posted By Gavin721
Well thought I would update the ongoing saga of...

Well thought I would update the ongoing saga of my 2006 Beaver Monterey. After two shops, one specializing in Allison Transmissions, one general diesel shop and now finally a Foley Cat dealer I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-03-2017, 06:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,270
Posted By Gavin721
I have a video on my phone, yet they told me when...

I have a video on my phone, yet they told me when they hooked up the diagnostic tool to the transmission no codes were current or stored. I’m takin* it back in and can only hope a more competent...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-02-2017, 08:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,270
Posted By Gavin721
Just had a PM done while it was in so all filters...

Just had a PM done while it was in so all filters have been changed.
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 12-02-2017, 08:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,395
Posted By Gavin721
Thanks cat. I doubt they checked several things I...

Thanks cat. I doubt they checked several things I asked about. I have a new shop I’m going to try as the phone conversation was much more helpful and they are a Cat Dealer. The other shop worked on...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 12-01-2017, 12:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,395
Posted By Gavin721
Cat C9 issues

I posted this in the MH forums but I guess this is the more appropriate section.

So some frustrating series of events and hours of reading, watching video's and searching forums still have me...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-01-2017, 11:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,270
Posted By Gavin721
Ghost in the Machine...

So some frustrating series of events and hours of reading, watching video's and searching forums still have me mystified about some issues I am having with my 2006 Monaco Beaver Monterey. The Cat C9...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-29-2017, 10:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,821
Posted By Gavin721
Assuming (which is dangerous in itself) that you...

Assuming (which is dangerous in itself) that you have the front wheels straight and air pressure is equal, loading etc... ya it’s leaning and imo I would take it back to have it looked at if nothing...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-25-2017, 08:08 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 8,924
Posted By Gavin721
This is why I have air horns. Usually wakes them...

This is why I have air horns. Usually wakes them up and anyone near knows I’m there lol.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-24-2017, 09:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,780
Posted By Gavin721
Satellite and/or WiFi. I think my head is going to explode!

I have limited use with my Dish hopper so won’t comment there but as for Verizon I can say that if you have the unlimited plan they will give you 15gigs of tethered data at LTE speeds... then limit...
Forum: New Member Check-In 07-24-2017, 07:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 466
Posted By Gavin721
Thank you all for the warm welcome! Looking...

Thank you all for the warm welcome! Looking forward to all the conversations and learning, not to mention sharing the fun adventures. Be safe!
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 07-24-2017, 06:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,822
Posted By Gavin721
Thanks For the pic help MTK! Appreciate all...

Thanks For the pic help MTK!

Appreciate all the feedback as well. I picked it up on Saturday the 22nd. We had a crazy storm here in KC that night, 40 MPH blowing rain that gave the coach a nice...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 07-17-2017, 03:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,822
Posted By Gavin721
My new ride! 2006 Monaco Beaver

We had been looking for about 2 years, and more seriously over the past year. Shows, drove from KC to TX to MHSVR and about any dealership within 300 miles of Kansas City. I felt pretty lucky when...
Forum: New Member Check-In 07-17-2017, 03:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 466
Posted By Gavin721
Smile Hello from KC!

Hello all, the wife and I took the plunge and purchased our first Class A MH. I have to say thank you to so many of you that participate here as the advice has been awesome. I've been reading all...
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