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Posted By slemnah

Slide controllers

Can anyone tell me where the slide controllers are for this motorhome? I have a Monaco so I can't help him. He needs to check for power but I can't tell him where they are. Also, can someone post a...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-28-2021, 10:02 PM

Replies: 16

Views: 1,472

Posted By slemnah

He bought the coach, the slides went in, he drove...

He bought the coach, the slides went in, he drove it 90 miles and got home and now the slides aren't working

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-28-2021, 02:03 PM

Replies: 16

Views: 1,472

Posted By slemnah

Yes and yes....

Yes and yes....

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-28-2021, 01:23 PM

Replies: 16

Views: 1,472

Posted By slemnah

None of the slides move!

I am trying to help someone with their 2006 Dutch Star 4320 they just purchased yesterday. Hey can't open any of his slides. He pushes the button and nothing happens. He has the manual locks on the...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

03-28-2021, 01:22 PM

Replies: 19

Slide out Issue

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Posted By slemnah

None of the 4 Slides move

I am trying to help someone with their 2006 Dutch Star 4320 they just purchased yesterday. Hey can't open any of his slides. He pushes the button and nothing happens. He has the manual locks on the...

Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum

02-20-2021, 08:33 AM

Replies: 74

Monaco vs Holiday Rambler?

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Posted By slemnah

Please do not rely on the TPMS alone for tire...

Please do not rely on the TPMS alone for tire failure indication. There are many factors that can cause a catastrophic failure. You just spent a bunch of time finding the right Motorhome. Don’t...

Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum

12-22-2020, 06:44 AM

Replies: 24

Data Link Troubleshooting

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Posted By slemnah

Yes, that would be my thought.

Yes, that would be my thought.

Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum

12-21-2020, 09:04 PM

Replies: 24

Data Link Troubleshooting

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Posted By slemnah

I think before condemning the ecm you should find...

I think before condemning the ecm you should find a wiring diagram and see what else is on that data line. You may have another module taking it down. I would find all the modules and disconnect...

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

12-09-2020, 06:19 AM

Replies: 6

Question about ECM updates

Views: 941

Posted By slemnah

If you had a previous printout of the eco...

If you had a previous printout of the eco parameters you could request the updated printout and simply compare the two. You can also request from CAT the original Dino printout when the engine was...

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

11-29-2020, 08:45 AM

Replies: 4

What oil filter number Cat C13?

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Posted By slemnah

I always use CAT filters for oil, coolant,...

I always use CAT filters for oil, coolant, fuel..... this is not a place to skimp. When I worked for Shell Oil I did a comparison of brand name oil filters and found that most aftermarket filters use...

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

11-27-2020, 07:38 PM

Replies: 11

Breather

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Posted By slemnah

Where did you get the parts listing like this?

Where did you get the parts listing like this?

11-25-2020, 06:46 AM

Replies: 11

Air Bag Replacement-2002 Signature

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Posted By slemnah

I went to Harbor Freight and I bought this mini...

I went to Harbor Freight and I bought this mini 1/2” impact. I installed a flexible air line coupling on it and used a 1/2” impact universal to remove the nuts. Worked great! Make sure that they...

11-16-2020, 03:26 AM

Replies: 11

Air Bag Replacement-2002 Signature

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Posted By slemnah

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308215

11-16-2020, 03:22 AM

Replies: 11

Air Bag Replacement-2002 Signature

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Posted By slemnah

First of all you have a roadmaster R10 or S...

First of all you have a roadmaster R10 or S Series chassis. Freightliner had nothing to do with it so they won’t have a lot of experience with it. Replacing the airbags is pretty straight forward...

Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum

11-07-2020, 07:55 AM

Replies: 22

2001 Monaco Signature

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Posted By slemnah

Go the the Monaco Facebook page and talk to Al...

Go the the Monaco Facebook page and talk to Al Cravens. He just went through replacing an a/c unit.

Previous Owner 2007 Monaco Signature VIN 1RF17561171044275

10-15-2020, 06:26 AM

Replies: 3

Monaco Dynasty overheating problem

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Posted By slemnah

I am curious, if you have a wax valve controlling...

I am curious, if you have a wax valve controlling the fan what did you unplug? Mine has the wax valve and it doesn’t have any electrical controller for the fan. 2005 Panther C13

Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum

07-24-2020, 02:10 PM

Replies: 7

Views: 969

Posted By slemnah

Before purchasing

I would also take a sample of the oil, the transmission fluid and the hydraulic fluid and send it to a lab like Blackstone Labs. They will do a complete workup on it and tell you if there is an issue...

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

07-21-2020, 11:11 AM

Replies: 24

C13 Cat 525 HP motor, Info please

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Posted By slemnah

I would definitely be looking up any info on the...

I would definitely be looking up any info on the LEE motor you can find. I have the KCB motor which seems to be the good one. 2008 was when CAT was trying to meet the stringent emission standards and...

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

07-12-2020, 08:09 AM

Replies: 19

C-9 alternator

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Posted By slemnah

If you have the Duvac and the battery isolator,...

If you have the Duvac and the battery isolator, check the battery isolator with an ohm meter. The alternator may be fine but the isolator May be bad. Found this out on a friends Motorhome.

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

07-12-2020, 08:06 AM

Replies: 24

C13 Cat 525 HP motor, Info please

Views: 30,604

Posted By slemnah

There was an update for the ecm because a...

There was an update for the ecm because a particular fault would cause the ecm to self destruct. I called CAT and received my original engine spec sheet and the fueling numbers are different now than...

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

07-09-2020, 11:10 PM

Replies: 24

C13 Cat 525 HP motor, Info please

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Posted By slemnah

My C13 has a lifetime average of 5.1 mpg. They...

My C13 has a lifetime average of 5.1 mpg. They are thirsty but I just pulled mountain going up over 5.000 ft in 100 degree heat. The temp got up to a high of 219 degrees but it just pushed me up the...

Is there a list of ECM updates for C12 and C13, showing what the update was for?

11-16-2019, 05:25 AM

Replies: 19

Engine Brake

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Posted By slemnah

Just to be clear, your transmission does not...

Just to be clear, your transmission does not downshift right away to the gear that shows up on your shifter. The transmission is looking at input rpm and chooses the correct gear. My 97 Imperial with...

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

09-17-2019, 11:29 AM

Replies: 17

Do I have a low boost problem?

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Posted By slemnah

Did you set up scan gauge for higher pressure? My...

Did you set up scan gauge for higher pressure? My VMSpc has a low pressure and a high pressure set up. Low pressure set up works as you describe. I run around 42psi when pulling hard on my C13

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

08-22-2019, 05:26 AM

Replies: 15

Views: 4,097

Posted By slemnah

Cat, I have a C13 KCB21422 and I remember years...

Cat, I have a C13 KCB21422 and I remember years ago having mine updated due to an internal Ecm issue that could fry the Ecm. The last time I ran a product status report was 11/15. I have 3411502-00...

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

07-23-2019, 11:50 AM

Replies: 12

Is the Power Steering pump on a C13 available from CAT or is it a Chassis man. part

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Posted By slemnah

I do believe the hydraulic pump on the PTO also...

I do believe the hydraulic pump on the PTO also feeds the ps system.

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

07-23-2019, 11:47 AM

Replies: 8

Crankcase Breather Slobber

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Posted By slemnah

I guess I will have to crawl under mine now and...

I guess I will have to crawl under mine now and look at that oil line. Don’t like the looks of that and don’t want a catastrophic failure.

Is the Power Steering pump on a C13 available from CAT or is it a Chassis man. part

07-21-2019, 09:20 AM

Replies: 60

Failed vertical frame 3" X 3" posts 2005 Signature

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Posted By slemnah

Any pictures?

Any pictures?

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

06-20-2019, 06:41 PM

Replies: 12

Views: 3,611

Posted By slemnah

Call the CAT rv tech line at (877) 777-3126, give...

Call the CAT rv tech line at (877) 777-3126, give them your engine number and ask them the question

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

05-07-2019, 07:48 PM

Replies: 35

Cat filter vs. ???????

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Posted By slemnah

Why does anyone spend a ton of money on a...

Why does anyone spend a ton of money on a Motorhome and then cheap out on filters. Buy what the manufacturer recommends.

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

05-07-2019, 07:41 PM

Replies: 6

Cat C-13 Good or ...

Views: 3,595

Posted By slemnah

I have a 2005 Safari Panther with the C13 and I...

I have a 2005 Safari Panther with the C13 and I love it. It pulls beautifully up the mountains, I start at the bottom at around 65 and it the cruise and let the engine take me up the hill. Make sure...

Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum

05-04-2019, 03:08 AM

Replies: 32

Any Beaver motorhome owners?

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Posted By slemnah

I have a 2005 Safari Panther diamond which is...

I have a 2005 Safari Panther diamond which is similar to a beaver coach and I love it. Mine has a cat C13 in it. It glides along The road on the it's 10 airbag frame and is wonderful to drive. The...

05-01-2019, 03:35 AM

Replies: 2

2005 Safari Panther Air bag replacement

Views: 1,481

Posted By slemnah

Unfortunately I don’t have the part numbers with...

Unfortunately I don’t have the part numbers with me now. I used 3/4” in the front and 1/4” on rear. The air lines going to the rear are 1/4” so There wasn’t any fill problem.

04-23-2019, 07:52 PM

Replies: 2

2005 Safari Panther Air bag replacement

Views: 1,481

Posted By slemnah

2005 Safari Panther Air bag replacement

The rear air bags are installed. Harbor freight saved the day with a 20 ton air jack and a very powerful short 1/2” impact. I had the frame blocked with 4x4’s but the from air bag won’t drop out from...

03-14-2019, 10:32 PM

Replies: 149

Black wheels on your class A anyone?

Views: 33,134

Posted By slemnah

238112 this one is parked where I park mine. I...

238112 this one is parked where I park mine. I wouldn’t want a black coach anyways. Skin gets too hot!

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

03-14-2019, 10:02 AM

Replies: 19

CAT engine advice...

Views: 5,545

Posted By slemnah

I believe that you must have a certified CAT...

I believe that you must have a certified CAT dealer run a report on your ecm to see what software is in it. Someone please correct me if I am incorrect

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

03-13-2019, 10:54 PM

Replies: 19

CAT engine advice...

Views: 5,545

Posted By slemnah

C13 ECM Issues

Mine is also a 2005 in a Safari Panther. This was a few years ago so I am fuzzy on the details but I believe that I found the information through Glen on the CAT RV tech line. (877-777-3126) I gave...

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

03-11-2019, 02:45 PM

Replies: 10

Inconsistent Cooling Fan Speed

Views: 3,208

Posted By slemnah

What does the ac have to do with the tstat?

What does the ac have to do with the tstat?

Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum

03-11-2019, 02:43 PM

Replies: 19

CAT engine advice...

Views: 5,545

Posted By slemnah

CAT engine advice...

On my C13 I found out that there was an issue where essentially the ecm could self destruct and there was an update to cure the problem. It didn’t change the parameters but it fixed the issue.

03-03-2019, 07:46 AM

Replies: 27

Can you use chains in CA

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Posted By slemnah

I would never put chains on my Motorhome. Way to...

I would never put chains on my Motorhome. Way to much chance of severe damage if the chains come loose. If it were me I would change my plans.

03-03-2019, 07:44 AM

Replies: 89

Rear vs Side radiator

Views: 17,887

Posted By slemnah

Since I work on my own Motorhome i would never...

Since I work on my own Motorhome i would never own one with a rear radiator. I want to be able to easily reach the engine and do maintenance and repairs. I don’t want to hang upside down to change a...

03-03-2019, 07:38 AM

Replies: 149

Black wheels on your class A anyone?

Views: 33,134

Posted By slemnah

Black wheels on your class A anyone?

A 45’ Thor where I park my Motorhome has the black rims. It looks pretty good! I love the look of my Alcoa rims so I won’t be switching over!

01-25-2019, 09:40 PM

Replies: 118

Coach heaters using diesel fuel

Views: 13,833

Posted By slemnah

I use my Genturi all the time for my aqua hot and...

I use my Genturi all the time for my aqua hot and have never had an issue. In fact I added a 3’ pipe extension so the exhaust is way above my coach so I don’t smell it either.