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Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-24-2020, 10:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,031
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Sorry, should have been addressed to Smoky RV....

Sorry, should have been addressed to Smoky RV. Looking for more info on RV wrap vs Painting of end caps.
Thanks
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-23-2020, 02:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,031
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Smoket RV , Did you do the prep and install of...

Smoket RV ,
Did you do the prep and install of the vinyl wrap yourself? Did you wrap only the front cap . The price to do that sounds great compared to paint. Even if you do the paint yourself. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-28-2020, 09:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 852
Posted By AdmiralRVr
I have been using heavy rubber Horse mats from...

I have been using heavy rubber Horse mats from Rural King.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-21-2020, 08:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,726
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Not sure about longest run. Best guess would be...

Not sure about longest run. Best guess would be rear toilet never an issue. The Cracked not poped out windshield I believe was from being parked on a very sandy and not even close to level surface. I...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-20-2020, 03:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,726
Posted By AdmiralRVr
My coach is 2006 Diplomat DST. Have had no issued...

My coach is 2006 Diplomat DST. Have had no issued with drains.
I have had both 3 point and 4 point leveling. Can't say one is better than the other. Never had a issue with windshiels breaking until...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-04-2020, 05:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 404
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Check to see if that model has auxillary...

Check to see if that model has auxillary braking(exhaust Brake). Some models did not. Overall a nice coach. Check on this site for Vesta and Trip owners . They have a lot of Info.

Don T.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-04-2020, 08:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,735
Posted By AdmiralRVr
We moved our remote sensor from the side wall to...

We moved our remote sensor from the side wall to the cieling right in front of the front AC unit it helped but not perfect. Side wall placement was always hot and AC running all the time in high...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-04-2020, 08:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 724
Posted By AdmiralRVr
I have a 2006 Diplomat 40 DST and love it. Its...

I have a 2006 Diplomat 40 DST and love it. Its been a great coach.
You just need to check it out or pay for an inspection by a professional. Mileage is not an issue. Try to get any maintenance...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-03-2020, 06:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,309
Posted By AdmiralRVr
yes.

yes.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-02-2020, 03:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,309
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Sorry I should have posted my coach info. ...

Sorry I should have posted my coach info.

2006 Monaco Diplomat DST
Don T.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-02-2020, 03:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,309
Posted By AdmiralRVr
No hidden traps Very easy repair. Just be careful...

No hidden traps Very easy repair. Just be careful when moving wires around.
Find the article on IRV2 written bt Bob Nodine. This info will give you all the information you need to trouble shoot and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-16-2020, 02:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,235
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Open it up and take a look . Your not out...

Open it up and take a look . Your not out anything especially if your thinking to buy another unit. Might find a reasonable DIY repair.

Good luck
2006 Diplomat
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-16-2020, 02:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,561
Posted By AdmiralRVr
We have a 2006 Diplomat and love it. Just check...

We have a 2006 Diplomat and love it. Just check it out get all the service info you can. You most likely should plan on complete service and possibly tires and batteries.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-25-2019, 12:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,078
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Viair 450 RV for me . Have had mine for 5 or 6...

Viair 450 RV for me . Have had mine for 5 or 6 years. Small and very reliable.

DonT.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-25-2019, 12:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 854
Posted By AdmiralRVr
I cary a ladder and use it to get on to the...

I cary a ladder and use it to get on to the attached ladder. I leave the extension at home in the garage. The ladder we keep in the RV has many more uses than the extension for the rear ladder for...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-02-2019, 11:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By AdmiralRVr
On my 06 Diplomat the marker lights and some dash...

On my 06 Diplomat the marker lights and some dash lights always flash as you described when I turn the battery on and/or when using the key fob.



Admirial RVr

Don T.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-15-2019, 11:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,042
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Hope you solved your electrical problem. Kind of...

Hope you solved your electrical problem. Kind of late viewing your post. Just curious if you tried running thr genny to see if everything worked. This will tell you if the transfer switch is ok or...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-29-2019, 08:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 814
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Mine is located on drivers side. Remove cover at...

Mine is located on drivers side. Remove cover at rear of coach that partially covers the recovery tank. Look down low. I needed a flash light. Easy access from there no need to go under coach.
2006...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-18-2019, 10:15 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 12,584
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Custome, either Foretravel or Newell. Don T.

Custome, either Foretravel or Newell.

Don T.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-16-2019, 02:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,082
Posted By AdmiralRVr
door adjustment

Just finished adjusting my door linkage today on 2006 Monaco Diplomat. Follow the link above and you will have no problem. Works perfect. I only had to loosen the primary door panel not remove it. Me...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-12-2019, 08:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,283
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Start out by checking your Norcold saftey recall...

Start out by checking your Norcold saftey recall switch. If flashing red light is on could be whre you start.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-27-2019, 03:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,337
Posted By AdmiralRVr
My 2006 Diplomat does not light up.

My 2006 Diplomat does not light up.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-23-2019, 06:56 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,553
Posted By AdmiralRVr
X3 on JC Refrigeration 120V conversion. Love it!...

X3 on JC Refrigeration 120V conversion. Love it! Runs about 1-2 amp draw.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-22-2019, 11:15 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 16,423
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Made my own as many others have . Got my pipe...

Made my own as many others have . Got my pipe from Lowes and the metal pipe from Midas in there scrap pile . They were very helpful and done the bending for me. I then welded 3 straps for the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-06-2019, 07:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,495
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Yes , contact JC Refrigeration. I Changed over to...

Yes , contact JC Refrigeration. I Changed over to thier all electric model last September and have no regrets. Very reliable , low energy consumption and runs cooler than the Norcold ever did. I was...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-25-2019, 09:48 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 20,521
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Love the quote so true. My comfort zone is...

Love the quote so true. My comfort zone is 60-62mph. Coach rides great there and mileage is best there.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-23-2019, 08:01 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,918
Posted By AdmiralRVr
We always dump air first then manually level.

We always dump air first then manually level.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-22-2019, 01:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,284
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Got it. Still good info to help find suppliers...

Got it. Still good info to help find suppliers for hose

Thanks for the heads up
Don T. ( Admirial RVr)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-22-2019, 08:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,935
Posted By AdmiralRVr
yes same as F4 Gary. Rain and high winds bring...

yes same as F4 Gary. Rain and high winds bring them in.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-20-2019, 06:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,895
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Sounds pretty serious. Looking forward to what...

Sounds pretty serious. Looking forward to what you find out.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-20-2019, 06:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,799
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Power Gear hydraulic on my 06 Diplomat

Power Gear hydraulic on my 06 Diplomat
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-20-2019, 05:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,284
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Thanks for the info. Getting ready to start on my...

Thanks for the info. Getting ready to start on my Diplomat.

Thanks,
Don
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-18-2019, 01:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 804
Posted By AdmiralRVr
We have an 2006 Diplomat and the key info is same...

We have an 2006 Diplomat and the key info is same as Bob's above.

Don
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-17-2019, 09:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,330
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Ditto washable foam.

Ditto washable foam.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-17-2019, 09:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,284
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Looking forward to your post with hose info.

Looking forward to your post with hose info.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-17-2019, 09:50 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 27,954
Posted By AdmiralRVr
I made the conversion last September (2018) to...

I made the conversion last September (2018) to the 120V compressor model. Our coach is a 2006 Monaco Diplomat. No regrets works great. We now operate at lower settings than the Norcold cooling unit....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-15-2019, 08:00 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,133
Posted By AdmiralRVr
I think it's a non issue. I personally have...

I think it's a non issue. I personally have bought two Monaco coaches after there Financial issues and had no problems requireing me to go to Monaco for repairs. I am a DIY person first and I do look...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-11-2019, 11:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,899
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Not sure about going to larger tire. Lots of info...

Not sure about going to larger tire. Lots of info on this site to review
My Diplomat is very happy on New Bridgestones.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-25-2019, 09:24 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,872
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Sounds like a lot of work but done the right way....

Sounds like a lot of work but done the right way. I bet your results look really good.
AdmiralRVr
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-23-2019, 03:18 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,872
Posted By AdmiralRVr
So you put a base coat of color then clear coat?...

So you put a base coat of color then clear coat? Are you doing s second coat of clear after buffingit out? I guess that should help even it out a bit. When finished post a picture. Thanks
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-17-2019, 09:18 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,872
Posted By AdmiralRVr
I have not started sanding or preping at all. Not...

I have not started sanding or preping at all. Not real sure of trying this. What part of Florida you in. I'm in Lake Placid , FL
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-16-2019, 09:11 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,872
Posted By AdmiralRVr
How did the paint repair come out using the 2K...

How did the paint repair come out using the 2K clearcoat? I'm considering using it for the end cap clear coat problem above windshield.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-13-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,872
Posted By AdmiralRVr
All the Best Joe and a quick recovery. Been...

All the Best Joe and a quick recovery. Been following this discussion for awhile. I need the paint repair and not sure what to do. Again all the best

Don T.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-10-2019, 06:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 942
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Thanks, barmcd for the Monoco Schematic info. I...

Thanks, barmcd for the Monoco Schematic info. I will keep those close by for future reference as needed.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-07-2019, 10:25 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,140
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Viair for me. Had it for many years. Small and...

Viair for me. Had it for many years. Small and easy to store in basement. Very portable.
Love it
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-13-2018, 11:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,792
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Caught my linkage problem before it locked me...

Caught my linkage problem before it locked me out. Door latch was becoming harder to release as time went on. As suggested above I removed door panels and adjusted linkage until proper release was...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-13-2018, 11:05 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,395
Posted By AdmiralRVr
I have National General thru Good Sam $1900/year...

I have National General thru Good Sam $1900/year with monthly option. 2006 Monaco Diplomat. Just change cars from Geico to State Farm. Now talking to State Farm for my Monaco.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-04-2018, 09:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,707
Posted By AdmiralRVr
Thanks Windecker for the video. I didn't know it...

Thanks Windecker for the video. I didn't know it was that easy to change Gen Brushes. Have not had any major Gen problems.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-03-2018, 02:24 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,878
Posted By AdmiralRVr
As mentioned earlier, Monaco while owned by...

As mentioned earlier, Monaco while owned by Navistar made the "Aero Design" Called Vesta and Holiday version called Trip both were front engine Navistar Diesel. Have read where several claim 13 mpg.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-14-2018, 08:38 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,266
Posted By AdmiralRVr
We went with the JC Refrigeration electric...

We went with the JC Refrigeration electric version several months ago. We love it . It cools quickly and does not run the batteries down. We are in FL and typicaly run on #4 setting with the Norcold...
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