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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-21-2023, 06:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,083
Posted By stich
We've had out 98 Executive for 20 years and see...

We've had out 98 Executive for 20 years and see no desire to buy another coach. This one has been a dream. We have made some cosmetic changes in that time but the coach has been mostly trouble free....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-04-2022, 03:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 958
Posted By stich
Try HD density foam from upholstery shop and have...

Try HD density foam from upholstery shop and have it covered. Can even add a length of strap that can be pulled up out of the way when needed. Light weight but should work fine for foot rest
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-02-2022, 05:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,307
Posted By stich
Thanks again. I’ll try that when we get back home

Thanks again. I’ll try that when we get back home
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-01-2022, 09:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,307
Posted By stich
Air Dumping So Slow

I get tired of holding the switch to dump my air on my 98 Executive. It takes several minutes to dump. I’ve gotten to the point of just leveling without dumping. Is there a problem with my air dump...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-13-2015, 09:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,455
Posted By stich
Ditto on the button. Just replaced mine a week...

Ditto on the button. Just replaced mine a week ago. thing was toast. Oh, and my chime in my '98 is above the kitchen table in the overhead cabinet. Glad you fixed yours. I love the sound of that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-03-2015, 09:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,758
Posted By stich
We loved our old Raven, other than wanting the...

We loved our old Raven, other than wanting the diesel, we probably would have kept it. Haven't seen or heard of another one since we sold ours. I believe they were an upper end gas coach in their...
Forum: New Member Check-In 11-03-2015, 08:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 736
Posted By stich
Welcome from a fellow Exec owner. I've had very...

Welcome from a fellow Exec owner. I've had very few issues on mine for the past 11 years that I've owned it. Strong runner and still looks good. You'll love it.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-17-2015, 10:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,240
Posted By stich
Exact same thing happened to me TWICE! First was...

Exact same thing happened to me TWICE! First was for a used Trace inverter panel. I know with their inventory that they had to have at least one of them. Nope is all they said. Second time was for a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-02-2015, 08:22 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 14,519
Posted By stich
I was in Utah a few months back where the limit...

I was in Utah a few months back where the limit was 80. I had no problem doing 65 through there and neither did anyone else in my weight class. I did have a few MH's pass me doing 80 and believe me,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-01-2015, 08:36 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 14,519
Posted By stich
Another one in the 62 club. Yes with a 450hp rig,...

Another one in the 62 club. Yes with a 450hp rig, it will go much faster. I just like the sweet spot and less tension at 62. Sometimes I'm a rebel and will pump it up to 63 but I don't stay there...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-30-2015, 09:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,275
Posted By stich
Larry, my coach was 6 years old when I bought it...

Larry, my coach was 6 years old when I bought it so I can't say if PO moved the connector to this location and where it came from. That being said, mine actually is attached to the left side cabinet...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-24-2015, 08:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,275
Posted By stich
My connection was under or near the drivers seat....

My connection was under or near the drivers seat. I think it was by the left wall. 98 Exec.
Forum: Cummins Engines 08-15-2015, 04:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,382
Posted By stich
My 98 Executive did the exact same thing. Went on...

My 98 Executive did the exact same thing. Went on vacation for two weeks and half way through, it started running about like yours, 220 or a little less. After we got home I made appointment for the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-21-2015, 05:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,802
Posted By stich
Mike, I think I understand the way you wired...

Mike, I think I understand the way you wired yours and I like your solution. That being said, Why not just turn down the controller so that it barely activates the trailer brakes? I use my Jake brake...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-21-2015, 08:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,130
Posted By stich
I'd like to know what the cost was to convert...

I'd like to know what the cost was to convert yours, if you don't mind.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-19-2015, 08:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,802
Posted By stich
Please post your results as my I've been wanting...

Please post your results as my I've been wanting to do this on my '98 Exec and have the same system as you do. Not sure how to do this either.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-17-2015, 08:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,513
Posted By stich
Yes, I believe I have/had the same problem in my...

Yes, I believe I have/had the same problem in my '98 Exec. I had elevated temps the whole two weeks that I was on vacation but upon return, I went to drive it to my mechanic and couldn't duplicate...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-17-2015, 08:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,218
Posted By stich
Have you heard of these controllers working...

Have you heard of these controllers working intermittently? I was on vacation last month and the whole trip I had accelerated temsps as if the high speed fan was not coming on. I went to take it down...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-07-2015, 09:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,678
Posted By stich
OK, I believe I have the mystery solved via...

OK, I believe I have the mystery solved via Monaco Coach service man. I called yesterday and he told me that after some complaints about excessive heat in the bedroom, a "dealer" installed fan was...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-04-2015, 06:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,678
Posted By stich
No, not the radiator fans. This is located on the...

No, not the radiator fans. This is located on the other (right) side and has a grill just like the radiator side. It normally comes on like stated above, but I of course only notice it when I step...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-04-2015, 03:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,678
Posted By stich
Right side Fan

I call it an engine exhaust fan but not sure of the proper terminology. Anyway, mine used to be on whenever I shut down for the day. I know it exhausts hot air out of the engine compartment. Last...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-04-2015, 09:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,236
Posted By stich
Three football fields, if the wind is just right....

Three football fields, if the wind is just right. :thumb:
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-03-2015, 01:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,236
Posted By stich
Definitely would have a competent shop do it if...

Definitely would have a competent shop do it if they thought it could be done. I only ask because the newer Monaco's (maybe 2005 and up?) do have a better ratio and have the same RR8 chassis as I do....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-03-2015, 10:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,236
Posted By stich
Increase Turning Radius?

For all you truck chassis specialists out there. Is there a way, short of replacing the entire front end to a newer design, to increase the very poor radius of my 1998 Executive 40'er to larger...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-25-2015, 06:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,110
Posted By stich
I do have the one slide. I just want more.

I do have the one slide. I just want more.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-25-2015, 09:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,110
Posted By stich
What's It Really Worth?

I've decided to downsize my 40' Executive to a comparable 36'er with more slides (Dynasty maybe?). I thought about trading it in to avoid the hassles but not many dealers want a '98 MH and won't give...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-24-2015, 09:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,658
Posted By stich
My tach pulses a regular beat along with the alt...

My tach pulses a regular beat along with the alt fail light and the alt gauge. Has done it for a few years now. I guess it's time for a new alt but hasn't caused me any problems yet. I assume it...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-22-2015, 07:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,726
Posted By stich
I just got back from an 1800 mile trip from No....

I just got back from an 1800 mile trip from No. CA across NV to So. UT and down to Vegas and back to No.CA. I averaged 8.3mpg pulling my enclosed bike trailer. I pulled a LOT of mountain passes and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-14-2015, 07:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,544
Posted By stich
We have a '98 Exec. They are very similar models....

We have a '98 Exec. They are very similar models. I have all manuals too. Is there something specific that I can answer for you? Mine has the M11 450 HP in it. Oh and you will LOVE the power.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-12-2015, 07:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,196
Posted By stich
That doesn't look good. You may be right. A lot...

That doesn't look good. You may be right. A lot of years of use so it may look the same. Definitely will have to do the cleaning routine. Thanks for the visual.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-12-2015, 05:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,196
Posted By stich
Well I did a search on posts about high temps and...

Well I did a search on posts about high temps and found a lot of good suggestions. (Should have done that before I posted) I have an appointment to have it diagnosed but in my mind, I believe that it...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-12-2015, 09:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,196
Posted By stich
Monaco Executive Running A Bit Hot

Just got back from a two week vacation and had a bit of a problem. We've had the MH for over 10 years and it has never gotten past the midway point on the temp gauge before. This trip started out the...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-16-2015, 09:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 717
Posted By stich
Sorry for the hijack but we're going there 1st of...

Sorry for the hijack but we're going there 1st of June too and what are some recommendations for places to stay. Two MHs and each will be pulling small trailers with our bikes in them so side trips...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-06-2015, 08:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,630
Posted By stich
We bought our 1998 Monaco Exec. 11 years ago and...

We bought our 1998 Monaco Exec. 11 years ago and are still happy that we got the upper end MH. Only typical MH issues and love the quality of build.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-06-2015, 08:46 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 30,626
Posted By stich
I have an upholstery shop here in No. CA and...

I have an upholstery shop here in No. CA and there is quite a bit of labor to recover RV seats. Including arm rests and skirting, I would charge around $500 each seat and I really don't make a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-06-2014, 10:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,877
Posted By stich
Thanks. :)

Thanks. :)
Forum: Just Conversation 11-03-2014, 08:42 AM
Replies: 458
Views: 87,399
Posted By stich
Here's my little "Flatty" ...

Here's my little "Flatty"

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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-21-2014, 07:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,877
Posted By stich
Being in the upholstery business, I was able to...

Being in the upholstery business, I was able to make my own bra for the front of the Exec. I really had no choice as the front was severely pitted from previous owners trip to Alaska. This was what...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-21-2014, 06:59 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,660
Posted By stich
We bought our Executive over 10 years ago after...

We bought our Executive over 10 years ago after looking at entry level rigs for the same price. We are so very glad we did. Even though it was 6 years old when we bought it. We have been relatively...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-16-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,332
Posted By stich
Good for you. I did the same. Ran mine in a bay...

Good for you. I did the same. Ran mine in a bay below the bathroom. Hose comes up and into the baseboard next to the heater duct. Bath is more centrally located so hose reaches front to rear easily.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 03-26-2013, 08:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,432
Posted By stich
Wow! What's with you guys and Hwy 88? It's a...

Wow! What's with you guys and Hwy 88? It's a beautiful drive and what do you mean "this time of year? It's spring here right now and if it does rain, the snow levels are usually quite high. Do call...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 02-24-2013, 10:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 712
Posted By stich
Carson City/ Mindon to So. Utah

We are planning a trip for next summer and Google showed us 2 routes to take. First was via 95 and hwy 6 and the other was Hwy 50 which is a little north. Any suggestions for a more scenic/ things to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-05-2013, 09:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,542
Posted By stich
We also got rid of a useless (to us) cabinet and...

We also got rid of a useless (to us) cabinet and had a desk built to specs for our MH. Works out great and has plenty of useful storage.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-11-2012, 02:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,984
Posted By stich
We visited the Redwoods in late Oct and stayed at...

We visited the Redwoods in late Oct and stayed at Redwood River Resorts in Leggett. Nice park and roomy sites. A short drive to the "drive through" redwood tree and LOTS of other sites to see only a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-09-2012, 07:07 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,012
Posted By stich
I second "Radar Love". It's the one I start out...

I second "Radar Love". It's the one I start out with when on the Harley. When we had our ski boat, it was ALWAYS Bad To The Bone immediately after launching.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-27-2012, 09:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,731
Posted By stich
Wow Joe, I thought that I was the only one with a...

Wow Joe, I thought that I was the only one with a problem with my step cover until now. Most of the other posts were about electric covers and I thought that mine was a freak problem. Most of the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-25-2012, 02:40 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,246
Posted By stich
I agree. With my M11 450 hp in my Exec, we pulled...

I agree. With my M11 450 hp in my Exec, we pulled the Grapevine going into LA @ 55. Nice to have that power. Plus going down the other side we got about 200 mpg. LOL
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-22-2012, 09:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,604
Posted By stich
Just meant that I put a large (6"x12"x12") block...

Just meant that I put a large (6"x12"x12") block under the front jack pad before extending it. But in retrospect, I guess that really doesn't take the strain off the front air bags like I said. One...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-21-2012, 04:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,719
Posted By stich
I know you're trying to help in the cleaning part...

I know you're trying to help in the cleaning part but as a professional in the upholstery business for 45 years, PLEASE do NOT use Dawn detergent on any vinyl upholstery. Plain and simple, it works...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-19-2012, 09:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,194
Posted By stich
Right, please feel free to print out post and...

Right, please feel free to print out post and turn upside down. :cool: :laugh:
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