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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-05-2023, 09:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 946
Posted By jmfixitman
Heres an update, doubtful the two problems were...

Heres an update, doubtful the two problems were related, but don't seem to be at this time.

So I was able to determine the Aquahot electric element issue was due to a failed relay on the EMS power...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-04-2023, 08:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,597
Posted By jmfixitman
So did you find oil in your coolant reservoir or...

So did you find oil in your coolant reservoir or we're you just leaking it from the cac?
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-24-2023, 12:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,410
Posted By jmfixitman
Awesome thank you!

Awesome thank you!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-11-2023, 10:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 946
Posted By jmfixitman
Archer you are correct, there is no other source...

Archer you are correct, there is no other source of AC power, and yes obviously I have been troubleshooting with a voltmeter prior to posting... I was hoping someone had a similar issue with a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-09-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 946
Posted By jmfixitman
Thanks for that info! After resetting the...

Thanks for that info! After resetting the inverter again today I turned off all breakers before adding shore power. When the inverter breaker is turned on with all the other breakers and GFCI off,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-09-2023, 10:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,410
Posted By jmfixitman
3D STL File

Anyone have the weep hole cover STL file for 3D printing they could send me?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-09-2023, 08:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 946
Posted By jmfixitman
Nothing I didn't reconnect. I had disconnected...

Nothing I didn't reconnect. I had disconnected the relay and AC feed to see if it was back feeding into the AC and no change. I'm not sure if the drive home made the lack of AC power to the aqua...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-09-2023, 08:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 946
Posted By jmfixitman
Yes, and as soon as AC power hits the fault...

Yes, and as soon as AC power hits the fault covers back.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-08-2023, 06:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 946
Posted By jmfixitman
Inverter AC Backflow Fault

Has anyone had this before (see pic)? I feel like I have seen something posted about this, but I can't find it.

I have a 2009 Monaco with a Magnum Energy ME2012 inverter, and all was well until...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-05-2023, 06:40 AM
Replies: 359
Views: 72,670
Posted By jmfixitman
We have the 2022 GCL Summit and love it. Its our...

We have the 2022 GCL Summit and love it. Its our daily driver and road trip vehicle when we're not using the motorhome. Its super comfortable and has great features. The only think lacking is the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-08-2023, 08:19 AM
Replies: 664
Views: 135,140
Posted By jmfixitman
At mentioned definetely use a high amp USB port,...

At mentioned definetely use a high amp USB port, especially if you have the high brightness enabled. Also make sure your charging cord is heavy duty/fast charge capable.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-29-2023, 04:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 930
Posted By jmfixitman
Thanks for all the info and videos! Mines a...

Thanks for all the info and videos! Mines a 10kw, and unfortunately it did not have the access door. So I had to remove two bolts for the filter mounting bracket to be removed first, to get enough...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-27-2023, 10:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 930
Posted By jmfixitman
My 09 Camelot generator works like Lowflyer...

My 09 Camelot generator works like Lowflyer mentioned above.

On another note, has anyone changed the fuel filter on their diesel generator? I was changing mines oil and I think I found it in the...
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-27-2023, 11:31 AM
Replies: 9
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Views: 906
Posted By jmfixitman
Great ABS information here. When I...

Great ABS information here.

When I purchased my 09 Camelot I noticed that the tag axle ABS cable was wrapped around the driveshaft. First thought was it must have been disconnected (for some...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-25-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,276
Posted By jmfixitman
Yes, it says set to 45 PSI, and considers 55 or...

Yes, it says set to 45 PSI, and considers 55 or above high water pressure...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-25-2023, 10:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,276
Posted By jmfixitman
Yes, new shower fixture, but I left the...

Yes, new shower fixture, but I left the restrictor in thinking that would help when using low pressure... I will be removing that!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-24-2023, 05:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,276
Posted By jmfixitman
"Safe" water pressure?

Ok, I hate 45-50 PSI water pressure... my shower sucks with it. I've cranked my regulator up to just under 55 PSI and no problems thus far.

Now my bus has standard 1/2 household PEX piping in it,...
Forum: Cummins Engines 02-15-2023, 10:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,999
Posted By jmfixitman
Cummins did not. As I mentioned no outward signs...

Cummins did not. As I mentioned no outward signs of any issues, no oil consumption, starts easy and no smoke out the pipe when starting or while running. Power is good too. It only had 27k miles...
Forum: Cummins Engines 02-14-2023, 10:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,999
Posted By jmfixitman
Which is why I find the firetrucks with this...

Which is why I find the firetrucks with this engine warranty recall very curious... 🤔
Forum: Cummins Engines 02-14-2023, 10:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,999
Posted By jmfixitman
It was filled to full on the dipstick, which is...

It was filled to full on the dipstick, which is over what the manual calls for in quarts (after measuring). I just keep it in the middle now and that seemed to have cured the problem. I added the...
Forum: Cummins Engines 02-13-2023, 08:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,133
Posted By jmfixitman
Any chance you have that Napa belt number?

Any chance you have that Napa belt number?
Forum: Cummins Engines 02-13-2023, 07:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,999
Posted By jmfixitman
Cummins ISL Crankcase Pressure Code/Solution

Hi All, long post but hopefully it will help some.

So after acquiring a used Monaco with a Cummins 425 ISL, that clearly was not mechanically maintained as it should be... I started having a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-13-2023, 09:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,831
Posted By jmfixitman
You need them to run your inverter to power...

You need them to run your inverter to power anything 120v when you're not plugged in. Such as a residential fridge... I only have 4-6v golf cart batteries and that seems to do fine. I'm pretty...
Forum: Cummins Engines 02-04-2023, 08:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,133
Posted By jmfixitman
Good info thank you!

Good info thank you!
Forum: Cummins Engines 02-02-2023, 10:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,133
Posted By jmfixitman
Thanks all, that will be handy if I need to add...

Thanks all, that will be handy if I need to add oil or after an oil change!

And yes, that pully is grooved! I'll also adjust that hose support. :)
Forum: Cummins Engines 02-01-2023, 06:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 701
Posted By jmfixitman
That's why I was wondering where that tube goes...

That's why I was wondering where that tube goes or comes from... I was thinking of venting the crankcase to the atmosphere via a catch can that had a filtered vent. I had thrown a code for crankcase...
Forum: Cummins Engines 02-01-2023, 03:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,133
Posted By jmfixitman
Is this an alternate oil fill location?

Hi All,

So I have a Cummins 425 ISL, and it has the typical oil fill location on top of the valve cover. I also have a cap on the top of the front gear cover... I have attached a pic of it. It...
Forum: Cummins Engines 02-01-2023, 12:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 701
Posted By jmfixitman
Getting what I feel is extra oil on the crankcase...

Getting what I feel is extra oil on the crankcase filter and was thinking of installing a catch can.
Forum: Cummins Engines 01-31-2023, 04:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 701
Posted By jmfixitman
Crankcase Filter/Draft Tube

So I have a 2009 Cummins 425 ISL. Are there any Diesel mechanics out there that can tell me the flow direction of the draft tube attached to the oil separator on the crankcase filter housing in this...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-26-2023, 05:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,317
Posted By jmfixitman
After wrestling with 2 new motors, wiring, etc. I...

After wrestling with 2 new motors, wiring, etc. I put a whole new carefree 21' patio awning package on our bus. New arms, roller, wiring, etc. Also has the Bluetooth module with wind sensor and led...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-24-2023, 10:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 346
Posted By jmfixitman
Ok, here is a link to the file in Dropbox I'm...

Ok, here is a link to the file in Dropbox I'm trying... [emoji1696]

https://www.dropbox.com/s/pzihl4x55jl4op0/2009%20Monaco%20Camelot%20Wiring.zip?dl=0
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-23-2023, 10:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 346
Posted By jmfixitman
JACKPOT! 2009 Camelot wiring schematics

Well while digging through the owners document case that came with my motorhome, I found a CD with all the wiring diagrams! I've been foraging the Internet for the dang diagrams for over a year!......
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-23-2023, 10:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,317
Posted By jmfixitman
I had the same problem, it wasn't the arms or...

I had the same problem, it wasn't the arms or struts. Depending on your model there may be a relay in the passenger console behind the switch panel. It's either that, the external switch if you...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-18-2022, 02:11 PM
Replies: 359
Views: 72,670
Posted By jmfixitman
OK, so questions for those flat towing the GCL,...

OK, so questions for those flat towing the GCL, possibly specific to the Summit model. I'm experiencing a couple problems which seem to be tech related. We have been towing ours now for many trips,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-02-2022, 04:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 579
Posted By jmfixitman
I looked for a similar box and I do not have one...

I looked for a similar box and I do not have one that i can see. If I do have one it may be covered by a panel in the basement. Hopefully someone with a similar model can help.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-26-2022, 10:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,738
Posted By jmfixitman
I know this is an old post, but were you ever...

I know this is an old post, but were you ever able to fix the problem? Mine does exactly the same thing too, only a problem when I'm towing and use the engine brake. If I'm not towing a toad I can...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 09-26-2022, 10:16 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,072
Posted By jmfixitman
Well it's hard to say. I followed up and they...

Well it's hard to say. I followed up and they said they didn't change anything.... They thought I was using a VPN which I was not. I stopped using the built in modem but mainly because of...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-21-2022, 08:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 579
Posted By jmfixitman
Well I would check my manual and see if there are...

Well I would check my manual and see if there are any references to those fuses. If you're rig is older maybe it doesn't have ABS and that was a replacement box? I'll look and see if I have one in...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-19-2022, 02:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,204
Posted By jmfixitman
Disregard got it popped it off. Just needed more...

Disregard got it popped it off. Just needed more elbow grease... :blush:
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-19-2022, 11:49 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,204
Posted By jmfixitman
Thats good news! I have one on my 09 Camelot...

Thats good news! I have one on my 09 Camelot that is lightly doing the same, but whats the trick to getting the center hubcap off?? I tried turning it and it wont come off. then used a little...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-19-2022, 11:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 579
Posted By jmfixitman
Does your ABS light come on (self test) when you...

Does your ABS light come on (self test) when you turn on the ignition? If not maybe someone pulled those fuses to hide an error and disable it? Where was that box located on your coach?
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 09-01-2022, 12:09 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,072
Posted By jmfixitman
Big thanks to DocJ for sparking up tech support. ...

Big thanks to DocJ for sparking up tech support. Now my connected devices are much closer to the speeds that the Osprey is getting!!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-30-2022, 11:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,765
Posted By jmfixitman
Radiator/Coolant Stop Leak Products

Ok, I know this is a fiercely debated topic for diesel engines in general. But has anyone successfully used any stop leak products in their DP coolant system?

In my Ford F250 with the 6.4L...
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-30-2022, 06:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 332
Posted By jmfixitman
425 ISL Oil in Coolant

So I have a little bit of oil in my coolant, doesn't seem to be any coolant in the oil... Curious to know of those with this engine how many fixes for that were oil coolers vs head gaskets, or was...
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-30-2022, 06:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,570
Posted By jmfixitman
So ranger what was the end result of your...

So ranger what was the end result of your problem? My 425 ISL has thrown a similar code a couple times as well. Replaced the filter and made sure the drain lines were clear. Hoping for an easy...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 08-27-2022, 11:08 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,072
Posted By jmfixitman
Yes, I have connected it to my homes 5g wifi, and...

Yes, I have connected it to my homes 5g wifi, and I have the Osprey 5g on as well. The odd thing is that my phone or tablet, etc, when connected to my home wifi 5g is super fast (say 650mbps...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-20-2022, 08:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 427
Posted By jmfixitman
Thanks guys!

Thanks guys!
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-19-2022, 07:20 PM
Replies: 359
Views: 72,670
Posted By jmfixitman
Check back through this thread. We have a 2022...

Check back through this thread. We have a 2022 Grand Cherokee L and it tows great. We have the Roadmaster baseplate setup for towing, with the Air force One for braking.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-18-2022, 06:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 427
Posted By jmfixitman
Oil cooler?

Hi all, any mechanics out there that know what this box is? I thought it was the oil cooler, but when googling online I don't see anything like it. The pipe under it comes from my radiator lower...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-15-2022, 07:31 AM
Replies: 359
Views: 72,670
Posted By jmfixitman
I don't think you can compare and reference any...

I don't think you can compare and reference any older Jeep models to the GCL. For many reasons as already mentioned, it's a different animal. We have a 2022 GCL Summit and love it. Used the...
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