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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-24-2019, 03:07 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 11,930
Posted By WayneLee
Been there, done it. My prior coach to my...

Been there, done it. My prior coach to my current Sunseeker was a 2007 Monaco Holiday Rambler DP, 36', 2006 Cummins ISL 400HP, 1200 ft lbs of torque, disk brakes, 4 slides, etc., etc. (Monaco...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-20-2015, 08:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,408
Posted By WayneLee
If you are going to purchase a Class C, and with...

If you are going to purchase a Class C, and with your towing requirements, you should be looking at manufacturers using Ford's E450 chassis. The E450 uses Ford's V10, has a six speed transmission,...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-13-2015, 08:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,139
Posted By WayneLee
Any resolution to the problem? I am curious...

Any resolution to the problem? I am curious because I just took delivery of a 2016 FR Sunseeker with the E450 chassis, and haven't had a lot of driving time behind the wheel.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-13-2015, 08:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,821
Posted By WayneLee
I have not had my coach out yet for a long drive....

I have not had my coach out yet for a long drive. But just driving it around town it handles better and it feels like its got a lower center of gravity then my class a.

I am going to be taking a...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-10-2015, 10:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,821
Posted By WayneLee
Well, let's see here. They are both owned by...

Well, let's see here. They are both owned by Forest River, so you really have the same company, just two different flavors!

I have just downsized from a Class A DP to the FR Sunseeker Class C. ...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2015, 08:56 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,403
Posted By WayneLee
Ludmilla: I can address two of your concerns. ...

Ludmilla: I can address two of your concerns. If you look around, you will find many Class C's with a 4 door Norcold 1200 just like A's. Also, many Class C's have a regular queen-sized bed with...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-11-2015, 05:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,434
Posted By WayneLee
I just went through the same search as the OP. I...

I just went through the same search as the OP. I was downsizing from a 2007 36' DP Class A. The kids are grown, it's only the two of us, and we didn't need all the space that we had in the A, plus...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-22-2015, 09:24 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,403
Posted By WayneLee
Some meanderings over maintenance costs. The...

Some meanderings over maintenance costs.

The DP engine manufacturers suggest an oil change every year or at 10,000 miles. If you have your annual maintenance done at a dealer, you are looking at...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-20-2015, 11:23 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,403
Posted By WayneLee
SarahW:...

SarahW: (https://www.irv2.com/forums/members/sarahw-76139.html)
The tank sizes in the larger C's are getting close to the A's. For example, with my new Forest River Sunseeker, my gray and black...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-17-2015, 09:45 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,403
Posted By WayneLee
In 3 weeks, my downsize from a diesel Class A to...

In 3 weeks, my downsize from a diesel Class A to a Forest River Class C Sunseeker will be complete. I ordered my C from the factory and it's being painted right now. I traded in my 2007 36' Holiday...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 08-02-2015, 09:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,532
Posted By WayneLee
I have a 3050S on order and expecting delivery in...

I have a 3050S on order and expecting delivery in early September. The 3010 has a single, full wall slide, and I am unsure of the type of drive mechanism Forest River uses. On my previous coach, a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-16-2009, 08:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,262
Posted By WayneLee
I now have an Hummer H3 and, in my opinion, the...

I now have an Hummer H3 and, in my opinion, the best dinghy I have had. Constant 4 wheel drive, lower geared 4 wheel drive for offroad, auto trans, comfortable to drive, great ground clearance,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-04-2009, 10:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,828
Posted By WayneLee
Pusherpilot: Sounds like you belong to Thousand...

Pusherpilot: Sounds like you belong to Thousand Trails? If so, there is a Thousand Trails outside Santa Barbara, Rancho Oso. It's about a 20 minute drive east from Santa Barbara. Older CG located...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-08-2009, 10:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,671
Posted By WayneLee
One place that lists the "4 down" towables is:...

One place that lists the "4 down" towables is: https://www.motorhomemagazine.com/ (https://www.motorhomemagazine.com/)
Scroll down the main page, about half way down on the right side you will find...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-01-2009, 09:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,811
Posted By WayneLee
Ditto FlaSam - my switches are above the drivers...

Ditto FlaSam - my switches are above the drivers seat in the same cabinet that the "video distribution" box is located.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-03-2009, 12:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,334
Posted By WayneLee
Dirk: Sorry about that, bad choice of...

Dirk: Sorry about that, bad choice of terminology. :blush: I used the term "autoformer" to describe a system that boosts low and reduces high voltages, plus polarity issues, etc. IMO, the term...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-03-2009, 11:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,334
Posted By WayneLee
Scott: Do you have Progressive's autoformer, or...

Scott: Do you have Progressive's autoformer, or their surge protector? I thought only their autoformer had circuit boards.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-03-2009, 08:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,334
Posted By WayneLee
Personally, I have a lot of electronic equipment...

Personally, I have a lot of electronic equipment on board. With most of today's equipment (plus your AC units), brown outs can cause as much problems as surges. Brown outs are the opposite of...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-13-2009, 08:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,313
Posted By WayneLee
The link works for me?

The link works for me?
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-16-2009, 05:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,291
Posted By WayneLee
This is a well known issue for almost all of...

This is a well known issue for almost all of Monaco's line. Moncaco has issued several service bulletins releated to the problem and they have a "kit" that is suppose to fix it. I had mine done...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-28-2008, 05:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,363
Posted By WayneLee
Ditto motojavaphil's comments about the H3. I've...

Ditto motojavaphil's comments about the H3. I've been towing mine for 3 years now. With my old gasser, I knew I was towing a heavy vehicle. But, with my Endeavor, I don't even know it's there!
...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-04-2008, 08:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,536
Posted By WayneLee
I agree with the posts here. I just want to...

I agree with the posts here. I just want to amplify what they are saying. When you have your coach weighed, make sure it is fully loaded. That is, full fuel tank, full water tank, all your...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-03-2008, 05:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,758
Posted By WayneLee
I believe that KOA runs the RV park at the Circus...

I believe that KOA runs the RV park at the Circus Circus. That's about as close to the strip as you can get! Here's a link (https://www.koa.com/where/nv/28138/) to their site. There are other RV...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-18-2008, 07:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,561
Posted By WayneLee
Well Lukeaa, you are one up on me. My Sanicon...

Well Lukeaa, you are one up on me. My Sanicon never worked from day 1. Finally, after hearing so many positive stories about how the system works, I took it apart. I found a 12" electrical cord...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-29-2008, 05:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,251
Posted By WayneLee
Water flow - always seems too low for me. That's...

Water flow - always seems too low for me. That's why in my last few RV's I have done the following:
(1) Remove all the "restrictors" in the faucets and shower heads. You will be surprised how...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-13-2007, 07:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,803
Posted By WayneLee
When I was having my DataStorm satellite internet...

When I was having my DataStorm satellite internet system transferred to my HR, my installer removed the overhead light fixtures and, using a standard electrician fish tape, routed the wiring across...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-02-2007, 03:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,856
Posted By WayneLee
Lots of discussion about leveling, dumping air,...

Lots of discussion about leveling, dumping air, etc. Here is what I have found.

My manual states, and most everyone agrees, put slides out first, dump air, then level.

But a couple of weeks...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-04-2007, 07:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,720
Posted By WayneLee
Update on my "conversion" (see page 2 of this...

Update on my "conversion" (see page 2 of this thread)...

Finally got the coach back from the dealer. It took a long time to get the 15K unit in. Took it on a weekend trip to check it out and, in...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-13-2007, 02:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,720
Posted By WayneLee
My back A/C went out a month ago and I have it in...

My back A/C went out a month ago and I have it in the shop right now. Instead of just replacing it (under warantee), I opted to pay $600.00 to have the front A/C moved to the back, and a 15K unit...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-23-2007, 12:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,568
Posted By WayneLee
Haven't added an RO unit yet, but I have been...

Haven't added an RO unit yet, but I have been messing around with water softeners. I wanted a unit that would counter the normally hard water that I have found at camp grounds and keep the water...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-19-2007, 02:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 948
Posted By WayneLee
Kragen, Pep Boys, any auto parts store should...

Kragen, Pep Boys, any auto parts store should have hoses and fittings.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-03-2007, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,935
Posted By WayneLee
On my 2007 HR Endeavor, the installer removed the...

On my 2007 HR Endeavor, the installer removed the front overhead light fixture (closest to the windshield) and found the coax wires right there underneath (really "on top") of the light fixture. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-24-2007, 09:27 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,747
Posted By WayneLee
Howard: Now, I don't feel bad about mine. Same...

Howard: Now, I don't feel bad about mine. Same year, same model, same engine, and my gauges read the exact same as yours. Except my fuel gauge reads more! https://irv2.infopop.cc/images/laugh.gif
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-03-2007, 10:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 23,604
Posted By WayneLee
<span class="ev_code_BLUE">I'm a happy camper...

<span class="ev_code_BLUE">I'm a happy camper right now!!!</span> In addition to the Cummins recall, I ask HR Support if my Allison is one of the "new" ones that does not require the 5,000 mile...
Forum: Cummins Engines 06-28-2007, 02:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 23,604
Posted By WayneLee
I am trying to get my dealer off his rear end and...

I am trying to get my dealer off his rear end and find out if I am affected by it. Also, I have sent an email to Monaco with no reply as yet. No word yet and it's almost two weeks since we first...
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 06-28-2007, 02:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,709
Posted By WayneLee
Make it 3 out of 3 (or is it 4 out of 4) - my 07...

Make it 3 out of 3 (or is it 4 out of 4) - my 07 Endeavor only works to the right.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-27-2007, 01:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,361
Posted By WayneLee
Ron... Is that before or after you solve your...

Ron... Is that before or after you solve your cabling problem??
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-27-2007, 01:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,619
Posted By WayneLee
Well, the ice cube trick has worked for me about...

Well, the ice cube trick has worked for me about 80% of the time. Do you have a tank flush connection? I have also heard to use Calgon powdered water softner to clean the tanks and it is suppose to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-27-2007, 07:10 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,361
Posted By WayneLee
Ron: Congratulations on your new DataStorm unit....

Ron: Congratulations on your new DataStorm unit. Now that you are through the initial "sticker shock", you can sit back and enjoy having internet access 24/7. I also noticed that you have joined...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-22-2007, 07:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,589
Posted By WayneLee
Well, to revive this thread and answer a few...

Well, to revive this thread and answer a few questions raised, here are my observations of the EMS and A/C question after taking my Endeavor out for a couple of 3 day weekends.

I was hooked up in...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-09-2007, 02:47 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,040
Posted By WayneLee
Garmin c340 for $289.99 at TigerDirect.com...

Garmin c340 for $289.99 at TigerDirect.com (https://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=2949387&sku=G145-0006%20RB) for a refurbished unit.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-09-2007, 02:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,596
Posted By WayneLee
Ron: Well, if you decide on those $2 LED's, hope...

Ron: Well, if you decide on those $2 LED's, hope you can make it to Tucson in October! There, you will probably see over 100 rigs with them darn blue lights!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-29-2007, 04:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,291
Posted By WayneLee
Globetrotter: I understand your excitement since...

Globetrotter: I understand your excitement since I just made the switch from gas to diesel. But, not knowing which coach, which engine and which transmission, it's hard to answer your questions. ...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 04-29-2007, 05:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,596
Posted By WayneLee
Ron: If you are really interested in the...

Ron: If you are really interested in the DataStorm automatic satellite system that Bill Adams and Bud Burton sell and install, you might be interested in attending the DataStorm Users Rally held Oct...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-26-2007, 08:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,378
Posted By WayneLee
Letsgoagain: Personally, I usually camp outside...

Letsgoagain: Personally, I usually camp outside the park because of better facilities. But, here is a link (https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/camping.htm) to the "official" camping site for...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-19-2007, 10:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,589
Posted By WayneLee
To amplify what SacsTC said: I just...

To amplify what SacsTC said:

I just purchased my HR Endeavor 3 weeks ago, but I have had two different Class A's from Winnebago before. In my prior experience, two A/C's running at the same time...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-14-2007, 09:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,031
Posted By WayneLee
Thanks for the answer and suggestion. I think I...

Thanks for the answer and suggestion. I think I will take your suggestion and run 95 all around.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-14-2007, 06:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,031
Posted By WayneLee
Thanks to all for your replies.. Roland: ...

Thanks to all for your replies..

Roland: Good insight, I do have that same chassis. So, I looked up on the Michelin site the requirements for a 13,000 pound axle and it is right inbetween 105...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-13-2007, 03:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,031
Posted By WayneLee
Yes, it's another "age old" question about tire...

Yes, it's another "age old" question about tire pressure. https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

I just had my new HR Endeavor weighed - I could not get a "4 corner"...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-13-2007, 03:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,031
Posted By WayneLee
Yes, it's another "age old" question about tire...

Yes, it's another "age old" question about tire pressure. https://irv2.infopop.cc/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

I just had my new HR Endeavor weighed - I could not get a "4 corner"...
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