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Forum: RV Systems & Appliances Yesterday, 04:38 PM
Replies: 2
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Posted By deanrd
Ok, now to find that :) Thanx

Ok, now to find that :)


Thanx
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances Yesterday, 02:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 30
Posted By deanrd
nda1402 surface thermistor freezer

Has anyone found the location of the surface mount freezer thermistor? Ohms test shows mine is bad, but I can't find it anywhere without pulling it all apart and we're heading home in a few days. The...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum Yesterday, 09:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 250
Posted By deanrd
Is Samsung 18 what I search for or is this the...

Is Samsung 18 what I search for or is this the size? Depending on age it might not be available.


Thanx Dean
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum Yesterday, 09:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 250
Posted By deanrd
Ok, did an ohms test. Seeing that all 4 are...

Ok, did an ohms test. Seeing that all 4 are supposed to read the same I only checked for comparison. Only one different is the surface sensor in freezer. Can't find it anywhere so it must be hidden...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-23-2024, 10:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 250
Posted By deanrd
I guess I'm confused that the digital temp gauge...

I guess I'm confused that the digital temp gauge reads freezer and fridge temps which correspond to thermometer placed inside both. So if it sees temps accurately wouldn't that tell you they were...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-23-2024, 09:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 250
Posted By deanrd
So if it turns out the surface sensor is bad then...

So if it turns out the surface sensor is bad then snip the tip wont help that. Might be the problem as I appear to be getting more frost that isn't going away. No error codes are displayed either.
...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-23-2024, 07:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 250
Posted By deanrd
Probably should move this post to Appliances. ...

Probably should move this post to Appliances.


Has anyone tried a snip-the-tip thermistor replacement in this model fridge? Don't know if its only intended for air sensor on freezer and fridge or...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-23-2024, 09:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 250
Posted By deanrd
Well fans are mounted wrong direction. While I...

Well fans are mounted wrong direction. While I could reverse them the design would probably work worse. They are still moving air to cool and cycle on and off when hot. So if I find thermistors to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-23-2024, 07:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 250
Posted By deanrd
Not sure how to tell designed direction of fans....

Not sure how to tell designed direction of fans. They might be mounted correct and wired wrong. I'll take a better look and try to get pics :)
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-23-2024, 06:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 250
Posted By deanrd
NDA1402 Domestic freezer problem

This is a Domestic NDA1402 side by side fridge. Last year had a problem with fridge side not getting cold that cleared up after a few days, but this year different. Tried to reply on that post but...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-16-2024, 06:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By deanrd
I'm just wanted to add. He actually disconnected...

I'm just wanted to add. He actually disconnected the negative cable first with no change. The 2nd battery had another ground wire connected so he actually had to disconnect the positive terminal to...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-15-2024, 04:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By deanrd
Well I had him disconnect coach batteries for 10...

Well I had him disconnect coach batteries for 10 minutes or so. Reconnected and mode light was off. Coach started normally. We think he shut it off while he was still in reverse.


Thanx for all...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-11-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By deanrd
Thank you, I'll relay info!

Thank you, I'll relay info!
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-11-2024, 08:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By deanrd
He will be rechecking fuse box to see. I would...

He will be rechecking fuse box to see. I would assume standard keypad. Membrane style. It has the Allison 3000 MH 6spd.


He's hesitant to try to lift section with keypad. There aren't any screws...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-09-2024, 06:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By deanrd
The mode light is now on all the time with key...

The mode light is now on all the time with key off or on. Key on, no display at all and no reaction to key press. It's a Freightliner with 350 Cummins and Allison 6spd.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-07-2024, 05:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 363
Posted By deanrd
2007 Excursion Won't start

My Uncle just drove back from Florida without issue. Parked MH and all was good. Recent snowstorm in NH and they lost power at house so they've been running RV generator, cooking , etc... All seemed...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-29-2024, 08:53 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 124
Posted By deanrd
Excursion 40E Slideout fuse location

Hi All,


I have an issue with a 2007 Excursion 40E. The slideout was working fine and was operating well. Just brought it in, drove 3 hrs to new spot. Leveled, brake on, etc... 2 other slides...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-07-2024, 10:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,388
Posted By deanrd
I thought I had posted an update on this problem,...

I thought I had posted an update on this problem, but not.


Well they found a short. Had to pull radiator to get at it. The harness that controls this runs down between the idler pulley and belt...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-16-2023, 10:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 575
Posted By deanrd
Well we got a heater core. $218+shipping. They...

Well we got a heater core. $218+shipping. They are in Florida now, so they will be installing there. I'll hear how it goes and let you know.


Dean
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-29-2023, 09:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 575
Posted By deanrd
Thanks. Denso might show a part, but they...

Thanks.


Denso might show a part, but they only sell to dealers/distributors and not customers or repair shops.


Maybe get a part number and go from there.


Thanx - Dean
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-28-2023, 06:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 575
Posted By deanrd
Front seats heater core?

Hi All,


My Uncle has a 2007 Fleetwood Excursion which is a DP. He's having an antifreeze smell in front seat area, when running defroster it fogs up windshield and isn't throwing much heat....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-19-2023, 03:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,388
Posted By deanrd
Is it possible to do a dpf delete on this beast?...

Is it possible to do a dpf delete on this beast? And still pass inspection?


Dean
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-18-2023, 04:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,388
Posted By deanrd
OK, time to find a new repair shop. After leaving...

OK, time to find a new repair shop. After leaving it for over a month nothing has changed.. Even after replacing VGT the problem persists. Now my engine temp gauge will stay on cold and then...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-19-2023, 06:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,388
Posted By deanrd
All labeled that way, but who knows these days.

All labeled that way, but who knows these days.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-17-2023, 05:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,388
Posted By deanrd
No codes, they said dpf is good, runs fine. Just...

No codes, they said dpf is good, runs fine. Just the egt light. More to come...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-16-2023, 08:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,388
Posted By deanrd
Well they said my vgt was only opening 22 degs....

Well they said my vgt was only opening 22 degs. Replaced it, not cheap. Drove 15 miles yesterday and high get light again. Back in Monday, grrr
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-16-2023, 08:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 764
Posted By deanrd
No lights on mine until I turned my washer/dryer...

No lights on mine until I turned my washer/dryer circuit breaker back on.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-15-2023, 06:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,388
Posted By deanrd
Well so far they had me replace fuel and air...

Well so far they had me replace fuel and air filters. They've scanned and no codes or any recorded. Took it to Vermont. Roughly 130 miles each way. Came on within 20 miles each way, once again about...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-12-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 128
Posted By deanrd
08 Ambasador tank indicator panel?

My 08 HR Ambassador 40SKQ has a tank indicator panel in hallway and in water/sewer bay. The outside bay panel seems to indicate correctly or as well as they do. The inside hallway panel however just...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-10-2023, 05:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 356
Posted By deanrd
Onan 8HDKAK coolant tank

My 08 HR with 8hdkak onan generator not on a slide needs a new coolant recovery tank. Anyone replaced one have info on difficulty? I'd like to save money, but not sure if I should tackle it.


Tia...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-14-2023, 07:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,388
Posted By deanrd
It usually only idles long enough to get air...

It usually only idles long enough to get air pressure up. Will have that dpf checked.


Thanx!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-13-2023, 08:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,388
Posted By deanrd
Pre Def model regeneration cycle

Hi All,


I have a 2008 HR Ambassador 40SKQ with 360 Cummins. Occasionally, up until now my regeneration cycle would run maybe once every 750 miles or so. I went to Florida the end of March and it...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-12-2023, 05:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 524
Posted By deanrd
Success! I'll attach pics. Hard area for...

Success!


I'll attach pics. Hard area for me to reach, but we gotter dun! Shrinkwrap and all. Hopefully lasts! Now both inside swiches start and stop.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-11-2023, 08:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 524
Posted By deanrd
Well I'm not happy with Amazon. Probably no...

Well I'm not happy with Amazon. Probably no surprise here.


I ordered a set of 4 way waterproof connectors on the 5th and was issued a response on the 6th. USPS tracking number awaiting transfer...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-09-2023, 06:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 524
Posted By deanrd
Well I was hoping to post pictures with the...

Well I was hoping to post pictures with the results, but it will have to wait until I replace connector. I ordered a new connector that was supposed to be here yesterday and is now delayed until at...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-03-2023, 09:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 524
Posted By deanrd
08 HR Amb gen wont start from inside but shuts off

Hi All,


My 08 HR Ambassador started this out of the blue. Generator won't start from either inside switch, but will shut off. It does start from switch on generator. I read a bunch of other...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-31-2023, 06:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 785
Posted By deanrd
Excellent idea! I might try that if search isnt...

Excellent idea! I might try that if search isnt eventful.


I have searched local parts and hardware stores without luck.


I tried to delete other post. I'll try again.


Thanx Dean
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-31-2023, 06:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 785
Posted By deanrd
Sorry for the duplicate post. I found...

Sorry for the duplicate post.


I found some close on Amazon. My hardware store and autopart store searches haven't turned up anything. I did get a suggestion to epoxy it. I might try that.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-31-2023, 06:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 785
Posted By deanrd
Thanks! You did better finding it than I...

Thanks!


You did better finding it than I did. I wanted to update model info and couldn't find it. I have no excuse for my failure.


Dean
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-31-2023, 05:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 998
Posted By deanrd
It worked better for me when letting it go to...

It worked better for me when letting it go to 2200-2300 for sure. This kind of info should be in operator manual unless it is and I just missed it.


Sorry to hear about your exhaust leak....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-30-2023, 11:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 785
Posted By deanrd
Here's ya go, sorry for delay! Sidetracked. 7/8"...

Here's ya go, sorry for delay! Sidetracked. 7/8" dia dials.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-30-2023, 06:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 785
Posted By deanrd
I took a picture to do that and forgot, haha. ...

I took a picture to do that and forgot, haha.

I realized I need pictures of the knobs removed also.

I also found out how frustrating it is to post them. My phone doesn't work well with this...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-29-2023, 07:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 998
Posted By deanrd
Well we just traveled from NH to FL via 81 to 77...

Well we just traveled from NH to FL via 81 to 77 in Virginia. Set EB to 45 mph and let it do it's thing. Once it started going up to 2400rpm or so and speed increasing past 50, I would use foot brake...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-27-2023, 05:55 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 14,701
Posted By deanrd
The bird was the culprit. Installed replacement,...

The bird was the culprit. Installed replacement, started engine. Checked voltage and house was at 12.5. waited 5 minutes and now voltage matches chassis! Woohoo!
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-23-2023, 06:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,653
Posted By deanrd
Amazon shows a BMV712 with shunt. Now to figure...

Amazon shows a BMV712 with shunt. Now to figure out how to run a cable from battery compartment behind rear axle to opposite side up front into drivers area.


Thanx - Dean
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-23-2023, 06:11 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 14,701
Posted By deanrd
I believe it is. Dean

I believe it is.


Dean
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-23-2023, 06:04 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 14,701
Posted By deanrd
The voltage was 13.98v with engine running at the...

The voltage was 13.98v with engine running at the bird ignition/chassis terminal wire and the coach terminal wire was 12.6v. I checked the ground for continuity and it was good. Waited a bit, but...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-22-2023, 03:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,653
Posted By deanrd
Looking for simple Battery Monitor for house and chassis.

Hi All,


After a recent issue with low chassis battery and need to use boost switch I'm looking for a simple battery monitor for both house and chassis. My inside panel in hallway only shows...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-22-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 14,701
Posted By deanrd
Thanks to everyone for your input! I did...

Thanks to everyone for your input!


I did some more testing. Jumped Isolator relay and determined that is working well. Same voltage either side. Tested BIRD. Engine running so I had 13.98V to...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-21-2023, 03:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 270
Posted By deanrd
Dometic NDA1402 side/side issue

Hi,


My Dometic NDA1402 fridge is giving me issues with cooling. The freezer will get cold, no problem, but the fridge portion stays warm. For some reason if I can leave it alone, then after 2...
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