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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-27-2022, 07:10 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 16,688
Posted By texnet
While I have not tried it yet, check out Spray...

While I have not tried it yet, check out Spray Max 2k Clear coat, available at Amazon. Great reviews and several post on YouTube and other places...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-07-2021, 02:47 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,020
Posted By texnet
I replaced our Michelin with Bridgestone tires...

I replaced our Michelin with Bridgestone tires about 2 years ago. They were about $1500 less than Michelin. The ride is great and no sidewall cracking!!! Love the Bridgestones! We purchase from...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-16-2021, 03:06 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,749
Posted By texnet
Some streaming services use the GPS coordinates...

Some streaming services use the GPS coordinates of your router or the use the location where your ISP tells the world were your router is located. We had that problem several years ago with DirecTV...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-08-2021, 03:29 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 13,290
Posted By texnet
About 15 years ago I attached an additional PVC...

About 15 years ago I attached an additional PVC sewer pipe to our septic system here at the house. I use it several times a year, especially if we are on the road and do not dump until we get home! ...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-25-2021, 03:40 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 11,502
Posted By texnet
Bridgestone tires

Our 03 Monaco Dynasty 42ft with tag had Goodyear tires from the factory and they were rivering and a hard ride. I replaced them with Michelin as I had great results with Michelin on our SUV and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-31-2021, 02:50 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 16,600
Posted By texnet
Lee, check into the Escapees RV club,...

Lee, check into the Escapees RV club, https://www.escapees.com/. They have several locations around the US that are COOP locations. You "rent" the slot up front for life and you pay a small monthly...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-30-2020, 02:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,939
Posted By texnet
Paul, If you look at my post you will see what I...

Paul, If you look at my post you will see what I did. I happen to have a lathe to turn down the armature rings and I found some brass in my scrap parts to make some new wipers.

There are NO Parts...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-30-2020, 12:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,939
Posted By texnet
Glad to hear you are back up and working!!!!

Glad to hear you are back up and working!!!!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-05-2020, 02:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,939
Posted By texnet
I do not know anyone that would have these...

I do not know anyone that would have these brushes. I have done heavy research and about the only thing I found was to make them yourself or as suggested before have a motor shop make them. We live...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-05-2020, 12:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,939
Posted By texnet
Yes, I finished it up a few months ago and it is...

Yes, I finished it up a few months ago and it is working 100%!! We tried several types of metal to make the "wipers" and either they were too soft or did not have enough tension. I have a friend...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-31-2019, 10:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,264
Posted By texnet
deputydog... you missed a couple of my post.... ...

deputydog... you missed a couple of my post....


I REPLACED the Michelin's with Bridgestone. I will NEVER run Michelin's on my motor home again UNLESS Michelin finally admits to a problem with...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-31-2019, 10:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,636
Posted By texnet
Most motor homes have a dual outlet for the frig....

Most motor homes have a dual outlet for the frig. If yours does then one outlet is normally for the ice maker and one outlet is for he fridge. Use a volt meter and check and see if one of the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-16-2019, 01:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,264
Posted By texnet
Got mine installed this morning in Amarillo. On...

Got mine installed this morning in Amarillo. On our way to OKC now and ride is as good as the Michelin’s!!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-15-2019, 04:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,264
Posted By texnet
My Michelin's are 8 years old and the cracking is...

My Michelin's are 8 years old and the cracking is small. I had them unmounted and checked about ago and they said their were fine but I do not want to drive in the Texas heat



The big...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-15-2019, 03:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,264
Posted By texnet
The original quote I received from Southern Tire...

The original quote I received from Southern Tire Mart was for $5697.43. This quote was provided through their "quote page" on the website and was provided by the STM location that I had selected...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-15-2019, 08:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,264
Posted By texnet
Jeff, how do they ride compared to Michelin’s?

Jeff, how do they ride compared to Michelin’s?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-13-2019, 09:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,264
Posted By texnet
Jeff, I have browsed IRV2 for the last few weeks...

Jeff, I have browsed IRV2 for the last few weeks as I too have been looking for 8 new tires for our 2003 Dynasty w/tag. It was great to see your post. I have been searching for Michelin and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-28-2019, 05:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,599
Posted By texnet
Most RV parks have gone to Digital Cable so, yes...

Most RV parks have gone to Digital Cable so, yes you will need to replace the TVs or install a converter box.


I have replaced the original DVD/Surround player twice in our 03 Dynasty. The first...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-23-2019, 07:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,939
Posted By texnet
I have begun taking it apart. The brass nuts do...

I have begun taking it apart. The brass nuts do need to be removed and the stainless bolt hods the mounting plate to the reel.


Thanks for the info!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-23-2019, 06:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,939
Posted By texnet
I have the reel out of the motor home. One side,...

I have the reel out of the motor home. One side, the electrical feed to the coach has 4 brass bolts/studs and a stainless bolt in the center of the reel. The other other side, the gear drive side...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-23-2019, 06:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,939
Posted By texnet
Shoreline Reel CC50D Repair

We have a 2003 Monaco Dynasty 42' w/tag. Last week our electrical reel developed a problem of not passing voltage on one leg of the 50 amp line. I have fully checked out the system and both legs...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-20-2018, 03:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 665
Posted By texnet
Problem solved. Mud dauber deposited his/her mud...

Problem solved. Mud dauber deposited his/her mud in the exhaust port, which is now gone and the coach can be lowered!!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-19-2018, 09:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 665
Posted By texnet
Yes, I have the HWH air ONLY system and yes I am...

Yes, I have the HWH air ONLY system and yes I am using the panel to raise/lower. We have had this coach for 8 years and this is the first problem I have had with the air leveling system.

Travel...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-18-2018, 08:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 665
Posted By texnet
03 Dynasty Countess III Front Air Bags will not deflate

Early afternoon I went out to the coach and raised the coach up to a higher level with the Air Bags as I had planned on changing the fuel filters and checking a few other items out. I have done this...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-17-2018, 10:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,345
Posted By texnet
Normally a MH AC compressor is nothing special,...

Normally a MH AC compressor is nothing special, call Summit Racing, I bet they can fix you up.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-17-2018, 09:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,632
Posted By texnet
IMHO, I believe the small 2" tall antenna on the...

IMHO, I believe the small 2" tall antenna on the Drivers side is actually the Cell Antenna, the vertical antenna on the passenger's side is the CB antenna. Both of those should be terminated on the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-17-2018, 07:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,668
Posted By texnet
Oreilly's carries a large oil container for...

Oreilly's carries a large oil container for changing your oil. Not sure how many qts/gallons but I have seen one in the local store.
Forum: Cummins Engines 06-12-2018, 11:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,462
Posted By texnet
There are lots of threads that have been posted...

There are lots of threads that have been posted on this subject. Some have taken a peanut butter jar, cut a hole in the lid for the slobber tube, punched some holes in the top to allow it to breath...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-09-2018, 09:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,489
Posted By texnet
Our Dynasty has a hose reel and i\the valve is on...

Our Dynasty has a hose reel and i\the valve is on top of it, but not sure about your Cayman.

However, I have a temporary solution for you until you find where the check valve is.

Go to Home...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-07-2018, 11:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 970
Posted By texnet
Our coach came with a accumulator. When it...

Our coach came with a accumulator. When it sprung a leak and would not hold pressure we had surges in water pressure, so I can only assume that adding one would help!
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-25-2017, 05:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,249
Posted By texnet
A lot of folks purchase a new rig thinking they...

A lot of folks purchase a new rig thinking they are going to do a lot of traveling then for family reasons or the hassle of driving/maintaining the rig they back off and only take a few short trips. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-17-2017, 07:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,039
Posted By texnet
I have not yet found a roller and bracket setup...

I have not yet found a roller and bracket setup for the coach so I fabricated a temporary setup to get me by until I find the original parts or I fabricate a more permanent setup. I cut down a 4"x4"...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-12-2017, 01:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,039
Posted By texnet
Thanks to Twomed...

Thanks to Twomed (https://www.irv2.com/forums/members/twomed-40990.html) we are on the path to a repair.

Twomed (https://www.irv2.com/forums/members/twomed-40990.html) texted me photos of the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-10-2017, 08:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,039
Posted By texnet
Thanks, but no rollers that I can see, this is an...

Thanks, but no rollers that I can see, this is an above the floor slide.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-10-2017, 03:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 617
Posted By texnet
I purchased the ION units several years ago for...

I purchased the ION units several years ago for our low profile Dometic units and love the quality and thickness. Sorry, I do not remember the part # of the shrouds
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-10-2017, 12:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,039
Posted By texnet
03 Monaco Dynasty Countess III bedroom slide

We arrived at a campground just outside San Angelo, Tx yesterday and the passenger side bedroom slide would not extend. It tries and the top starts out but the bottom attempts to move but only for a...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-27-2017, 06:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 903
Posted By texnet
LED's are polarized, Blubs are not. Check your...

LED's are polarized, Blubs are not. Check your socket to determine which is positive and which is negative. I had to reverse the wiring on 2 of my outside lights as they were wired backwards from...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-19-2017, 06:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 749
Posted By texnet
Check the roof and all seams that have been...

Check the roof and all seams that have been chalked. Water takes the path of least resistance. The leak could be just about anywhere. We once had a very small, almost pin hole, in a travel trailer...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-03-2017, 06:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 628
Posted By texnet
You might check with Rodney Leach, he is a close...

You might check with Rodney Leach, he is a close neighbor.

https://www.facebook.com/Mobile-RV-Service-370061063019625/

Home - Mobile RV Service (https://www.mobilervservice.org/)
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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-26-2017, 06:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,259
Posted By texnet
Welcome to the Dynasty "club"!! All RVs use...

Welcome to the Dynasty "club"!!

All RVs use the same sewer hose connections but yours may need the 45 that you speak of. We have a 03 Dynasty Countess III and I am fairly sure they have the same...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-19-2017, 10:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 855
Posted By texnet
Our coach has 2 regular style dining room chairs...

Our coach has 2 regular style dining room chairs that are located at the dining room table top and through 50,000 miles of driving in the past few years we have never had an issue with the chairs...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-19-2017, 10:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,187
Posted By texnet
Here is what I did 5 years ago this month :-) ...

Here is what I did 5 years ago this month :-)

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f115/03-dynasty-center-tv-console-modifications-115558.html
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-19-2017, 10:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,250
Posted By texnet
Walter, I suspect those two breakers are...

Walter,

I suspect those two breakers are weak. Replace them and I bet the tripping problem goes away.

We have a 03 Dynasty Countess III so a little different floor plan but could be close to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-19-2017, 09:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,709
Posted By texnet
Our 03 Dynasty has a factory installed solar...

Our 03 Dynasty has a factory installed solar panel and controller. The controller is an R7 model and is located behind one of the cabinet doors above the entrance door. That same area has the 110v...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-29-2017, 08:27 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,044
Posted By texnet
When you turn on the ignition switch to the on...

When you turn on the ignition switch to the on position, not start, do the dash idiot lights come on? If not, check the top solenoid in the front run compartment. I know the top one controls the...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 09-10-2016, 09:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,158
Posted By texnet
I would take enough oil and filters to do one oil...

I would take enough oil and filters to do one oil change on your coach and generator, plus a set of all belts, some fuses and a windshield repair kit!

I hope your caravan is not leaving before the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-10-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,738
Posted By texnet
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&so...

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&ved=0ahUKEwjf_YT0r4bPAhVMNz4KHbKTAtQQFggcMAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww2.dometic.com%2F3e4dfd53-84bb-4915-9038-a303f2dfff4c.fodoc&usg=AFQjCNHZ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-03-2016, 02:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 944
Posted By texnet
If you are replacing what is called by some, the...

If you are replacing what is called by some, the "salesmen disconnect" then my advise is to bypass it. I replaced ours when we first purchased the coach then it failed a few years later while on the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-31-2016, 06:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,055
Posted By texnet
Have you checked the price of plating lately? ...

Have you checked the price of plating lately? The EPA rules have driven up the price of plating where it makes it more costly than purchasing new or having it built!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-31-2016, 06:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,351
Posted By texnet
We took a Christmas trip last year with 3...

We took a Christmas trip last year with 3 grandkids, daughter and SIL. The youngest granddaughter was just a little over 1 year old. I mounted to heavy tie down anchors like you use for a...
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