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Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 03-20-2021, 07:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,243
Posted By rphcampers
Thanks, Pete! My husband and I are both Purdue...

Thanks, Pete! My husband and I are both Purdue Pharmacy grads -- class of 2000. Although Matt can no longer can claim the RPh part -- he gave that up a few years ago.

My family of 4 is...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 03-20-2021, 07:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,243
Posted By rphcampers
Thank you, all! We did decide that we can take a...

Thank you, all! We did decide that we can take a few more days, but I know we won't be able to see everything in our time-frame. Someday we will be retired and be able to be on the road for months,...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 03-12-2021, 12:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,243
Posted By rphcampers
Grand Canyon and Utah from Indiana

We are planning a desert southwest trip from Indiana for this summer. We are limited on time, so trying to fit as much as we can into 2 weeks. I anticipate taking 4 days to get to Flagstaff,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-04-2017, 09:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,839
Posted By rphcampers
I'm ambitious, but not crazy :) I'm just helping...

I'm ambitious, but not crazy :) I'm just helping the truck shop source parts. Once I find it, they'll bolt it on.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-04-2017, 09:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,839
Posted By rphcampers
I was backing up to a trailer, using the steering...

I was backing up to a trailer, using the steering heavily while moving very slow. This worked the system hard. Suddenly, my steering became very tight. From this point on, the coach steering jams,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-04-2017, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,839
Posted By rphcampers
2001 Monaco Signature steering gearbox

I am trying to find a replacement TRW ross steering gearbox for my 2001 Monaco Signature. I was able to find a "casting number" of TAS652288 on the side of the old steering box next to the word...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-31-2017, 05:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 628
Posted By rphcampers
I changed the screw on canister filter for the...

I changed the screw on canister filter for the hydraulics in 2012. It's the one located on the chassis near the reservoir. Are there other hydraulic fluid filters in the system that I need to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-31-2017, 05:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 628
Posted By rphcampers
The reservoir is full. Filter was changed in...

The reservoir is full. Filter was changed in 2012. I'm wondering if the high pressure in the system from turning the wheel while almost stationary caused some valve in the system to fail?
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-31-2017, 12:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 628
Posted By rphcampers
Intermittant Power Steering 2001 Signature

We have started experiencing some power steering issues in our 2001 Monaco Signature.

Power steering was operating normally. While backing RV to hitch on boat, the steering was being turned...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-21-2015, 01:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
Problem solved.

I installed a diode in the ignition sense wire to the alternator (yellow wire). The diode was oriented so power could flow from the ignition to the alternator (needed to turn on the voltage...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-10-2015, 07:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
So... the ignition wire is not necessary for...

So... the ignition wire is not necessary for proper operation of the Delco alternator? I will try unhooking it. Thanks!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-10-2015, 06:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
Thanks a bunch for the info! Did the diode need...

Thanks a bunch for the info! Did the diode need a certain amp rating? I will try that next.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-05-2015, 10:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
That's what I was afraid of. There were 3 wires...

That's what I was afraid of. There were 3 wires in addition to the charge wire. There was a sense wire, an ignition wire, and a "relay" wire. So, you think the alternator is sending power down the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-05-2015, 07:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
I probably should have mentioned that this...

I probably should have mentioned that this problem did not appear until I changed my alternator. I replaced a Leece Neville with a Delco. The new alternator works great. But... Since doing the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-04-2015, 08:34 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
Is your rig a Signature? If so, Where was the...

Is your rig a Signature? If so, Where was the solenoid and relay located? Thanks.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-03-2015, 05:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
The rear switch has no effect. The only way to...

The rear switch has no effect. The only way to shut it down is by throwing the 2 battery cut off switches. I'll continue to try out those Bosch relays. I have some extras to move about. Thanks...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-03-2015, 05:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
I have a low current box on the left of the...

I have a low current box on the left of the engine compartment. It contains 1 silver solenoid which I believe is for the starter. It also has a bunch of little black square Bosch relays, as well as...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-03-2015, 01:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
One of the Bosch 87 or 87a relays?

One of the Bosch 87 or 87a relays?
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-03-2015, 01:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
Is it one of the Bosch 87 or 87a relays? I have...

Is it one of the Bosch 87 or 87a relays? I have a box in the upper right of the engine compartment. It has 2 switches... One for front rear, the other for start. I did not see any other relay.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-03-2015, 11:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,069
Posted By rphcampers
Monaco Signature won't shut off.

Hello. I have an 01 Signature with a Cummins ISM 500. When I turn the ignition off, the engine will not shut down. I think the ignition switch is working because accessories turn off with the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-20-2015, 09:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,267
Posted By rphcampers
Monaco Signature battery disconnect master switch

Hello. Does anyone know the part number for the two battery disconnect switches located in the battery box of an 01 Monaco Signature? I have seen several options listed online and I want to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-20-2015, 08:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,794
Posted By rphcampers
I checked the sense wire and its voltage...

I checked the sense wire and its voltage corresponds to the batt bank. I also checked the voltage isolator and the center terminal is hot... ie it's cooked. Any suggestions on what brand of...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-19-2015, 09:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,794
Posted By rphcampers
Thanks. This is the first time this has ever...

Thanks. This is the first time this has ever happened. The over voltage event correlated to the microwave being started. This was after 8+ hours on the road with several ac loads on the inverter. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-18-2015, 08:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,794
Posted By rphcampers
My coach has a Leese Neville 200amp alternator. ...

My coach has a Leese Neville 200amp alternator. It is not original... the date on it is 2006. I will try checking the three poles on the isolator for volts. I replaced the isolator a few years...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-18-2015, 12:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,794
Posted By rphcampers
alternator voltage problem

Hello. We have an 01 Monaco Signature with a Cummins ISM 500 engine. On the final leg of a 2000 mi round trip we had a charging issue. We had been running the tv, the fridge, lights, etc off the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-29-2015, 08:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,453
Posted By rphcampers
Common problem...

This sounds like a common issue. Puzzling to me that Monaco would wire the bulb then put a QC stamp on it when it doesn't light. My smart wheel is not backlit. I contacted Monaco tech support and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-29-2015, 08:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,162
Posted By rphcampers
FIXED!

Northwest RV Supply had a fuel gauge. Swapped it out... problem solved! Thanks for the help everyone!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-29-2015, 08:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By rphcampers
FIXED!

Thanks for the help everyone! I fixed it! It was a bad ground. Our camping season is saved! My rig is quite the educator on what can go wrong on a motor home. Hopefully "school" is out for the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-28-2015, 06:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By rphcampers
There are no issues with the chassis batts, just...

There are no issues with the chassis batts, just the house. So likely it's where the house batts grounding strap attaches to the frame? Another "new feature" this season is that the fuel gauge now...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-27-2015, 11:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By rphcampers
I've had this Sig for several years. It sat in...

I've had this Sig for several years. It sat in storage for a year. I replaced the batteries when I got it out this spring. I've double checked the wiring on the batts . Very confused as the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-27-2015, 11:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By rphcampers
One end of the tester is on the batt negative,...

One end of the tester is on the batt negative, the other on the frame. With a meter, it shows as much as 3 to 4 volts on the frame. You think it could be as simple as a bad ground from the house...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-27-2015, 07:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By rphcampers
The house batts are putting a pos charge on the...

The house batts are putting a pos charge on the frame... Not hooked to shore power
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-27-2015, 03:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By rphcampers
There seems to be a charge on the frame. If I...

There seems to be a charge on the frame. If I connect my tester between the frame and neg on the house batts it beeps.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-27-2015, 03:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By rphcampers
reversed polarity

My house batteries appear to be wired correctly, but the polarity at my inverter is reversed. Also, in the high voltage box at the rear of the coach, there is no power on the house side. Chassis...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-20-2015, 08:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,453
Posted By rphcampers
Cruise control dash light

Hello. The dash indicator light for my cruise control on my 2001 Monaco Signature has never worked. The cruise operates as it should in all other respects. Any ideas as to what might be the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-17-2015, 06:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,162
Posted By rphcampers
Suggestions on where to get a fuel gauge?

Thanks for all of the ideas. Monaco tech support said I could test my fuel system by shorting the send wire on the solenoid to the neutral wire. At this point, the gauge should sweep to empty...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-07-2015, 07:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,118
Posted By rphcampers
I found the diagnostic port and trouble code...

I found the diagnostic port and trouble code button for the ABS under the dash, just left of the steering column. When the button is pressed, the ABS light on the dash flashes code. Any ideas where...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-06-2015, 06:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,118
Posted By rphcampers
2001 Monaco Signature ABS light on

Hello. The ABS light stays on in my camper. Brakes seem to work fine otherwise. Any suggestions as to how to trouble shoot, or should I surrender to a shop with diagnostic equipment? Thanks for...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-06-2015, 06:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,162
Posted By rphcampers
2001 Monaco Signature fuel gauge pegs past full.

The fuel gauge in my camper pegs past full. I've read that this could be a ground issue or perhaps a sending unit issue. Does anyone have wiring instructions for the sender or other ideas? Thanks
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-06-2015, 06:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 897
Posted By rphcampers
2001 Monaco Signature ground wire now hot

Upon getting my coach out of storage this spring, I noticed the rear view camera, stereo, trip tek, and nav computer did not work. After more investigation, I've discovered that the ground wires for...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-12-2012, 09:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,631
Posted By rphcampers
Hi Pat One more question. Do you have a...

Hi Pat

One more question. Do you have a small silver device (about the size of 2 packs of cigarettes stacked up) with a switch on it that says ch 3 or ch 4? I have one that was just thrown into...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-12-2012, 09:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,631
Posted By rphcampers
Hi Pat Thanks for the info. Would you mind...

Hi Pat

Thanks for the info. Would you mind sending a pic of that preamp/tuner/cd player unit? I do have the subwoofer/amp under the kitchen sink, but I have not been able to find the other...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-11-2012, 02:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,631
Posted By rphcampers
Bose LS30 receiver location

Hello

I just purchased an 01 Monaco Signature and I'm trying to piece together the bose Lifestyle 30 surround sound system. Do you happen to know where the receiver is? Is it supposed to be...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-10-2012, 12:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,170
Posted By rphcampers
Monaco Signature Stereo Wiring

Hello

Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the in-dash stereo system of an 01 Monaco Signature? The dash stereo carries radio stations as well as audio from the TVs. Some of my components are...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-07-2012, 11:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,736
Posted By rphcampers
The solenoid I purchased to replace my old one is...

The solenoid I purchased to replace my old one is 200 amp continuous, 1000 amp intermittent. The link you sent me is 500 amp continuous and 1500 amp intermittent. Is the solenoid I ordered going to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-07-2012, 11:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,736
Posted By rphcampers
I didn't think of that... maybe the battery banks...

I didn't think of that... maybe the battery banks are still "jumpered" by the boost solenoid stuck in the "on" position. I guess I will know soon... I have ordered a new isolator (200 amp) and boost...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-07-2012, 06:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,736
Posted By rphcampers
I have not tested the house and chassis master...

I have not tested the house and chassis master switches (2 in battery box). There is power to both battery bank poles on the isolator, and the switches are the next thing "down stream," so that's a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-07-2012, 06:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,736
Posted By rphcampers
I followed the link to that Cole Hersee battery...

I followed the link to that Cole Hersee battery isolator (48160) you sent me. My isolator looks like that one, but the label on the side says max alt amps 160. I asked Monaco tech support why the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-06-2012, 03:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,736
Posted By rphcampers
I should also point out... when the house lights...

I should also point out... when the house lights were out I tried plugging the coach into shore power. That didn't help... still no lights. But... I noticed that the green battery maintainer LED...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-06-2012, 03:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,736
Posted By rphcampers
I assume the genset uses 12V chassis power to...

I assume the genset uses 12V chassis power to start. When the power was out in the "house," I started the genset to see if that would help. The genset started with no problem, but still no house...
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