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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-08-2017, 09:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 848
Posted By BT-III
My understanding is that you need to raise the...

My understanding is that you need to raise the tag axle in two conditions.

1. Sharp corner so that your tires don't attempt to slid out of their rim;

2. When backing. You don't want a...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-31-2017, 10:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 900
Posted By BT-III
Samsung RF18 in a 2003 Dynasty Regent

Anyone has installed a Samsung RF18HFENBSR in a 2003 Monaco Dynasty Regent?

The Regent has only two slides with the galley/living room one being the narrow type with no side windows? The fridge is...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-31-2017, 09:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 846
Posted By BT-III
Unconfortable J-couch out.

Did the same as Vera & Ken.

The Aqua-Hot heat exchange was not an issue since it is located under the hide-a-bed sofa located on the driver side opposite from the J-Couch.

Louis
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-29-2016, 09:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 718
Posted By BT-III
Slide out roller

Broken slide out roller. Help!

I was casually extending the living room slide, lost in my thoughts, then BANG! I rushed outside to look for the origin of the noise and there it was: the roller...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-12-2016, 09:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,809
Posted By BT-III
I ran into the same problem once. The cause was...

I ran into the same problem once. The cause was the heat sensor that had gone bad. Same as mentiond by BOATDOCTOR here above.

In my case the mechanic was able to remove and replace the sensor...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-21-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,897
Posted By BT-III
Mystery explained!

Hi everyone,

Today was D-Day.

I finally replaced the defective solenoid and all systems are now energized and doing their job.

I wish to warmly thank everyone here who helped and guided me...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-18-2016, 09:22 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,897
Posted By BT-III
Thanks. I will install it as time and...

Thanks.

I will install it as time and weather permit. Will keep you posted.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-16-2016, 01:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,897
Posted By BT-III
Is this the right part?

Hi,

Received the part today.

The part I received has for number 70-111224 from White-Rodgers whereas the original one that must be replaced has a 'dash 5' at the end of the number....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-12-2016, 08:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,897
Posted By BT-III
Bingo!

Yesterday, I ran a makeshift cable between the two large lugs of the solenoid with the DW sitting in the driver's seat. She turned the ignition switch ON and BINGO! all systems wake-up.

I have...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-28-2015, 08:49 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,897
Posted By BT-III
Making some progress

Allow me to clarify.

I am surprised of the CLICK since one connector shows no power. I thought that one would be dead silent. I know that under normal operation they do CLICK.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-28-2015, 08:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,897
Posted By BT-III
Making some progress

Hello,

Believe that I am making some progress.

With the help of a test light, I was able to determine that I have power on both large connectors of the top solenoid whereas there is power only...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-24-2015, 02:10 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,897
Posted By BT-III
Solenoids

Thanks to Jim, Mike and Van.

I have two of those located in the Front Electrical Panel. They are White Rodgers W 70-111224-5 COIL 12VDC CONT.

They are mounted sideways, with one 'top' in the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-23-2015, 01:48 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,897
Posted By BT-III
Problem persist

Thanks to all for your wise advises.

I could not conduct all the tests that were suggested here as I do not possess a voltage or an amps meter nor would I know how to use it. I did however what...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-17-2015, 09:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,897
Posted By BT-III
Electric problem: a real mystery

Hi everyone,

My coach has for years an intermittent electric problem that lately became permanent. At this time, the problem translates into the loss of several dash features and controls...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-19-2015, 10:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 892
Posted By BT-III
The Empress Casino in Joliet has an RV Park. ...

The Empress Casino in Joliet has an RV Park. Nice, quit and safe. That was the closest I could find from downtown Chicago.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-22-2014, 10:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,319
Posted By BT-III
An update

Thank you all for your comments/suggestions/help.

The technician who came to my rescue did a by-pass of the solenoid for the battery cut-off (salesman switch), That recovered the power to the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-20-2014, 10:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,319
Posted By BT-III
Electrical problem or what?

I need all the help I can get to resolve this one.

As we (DW and I) were in the process of getting the living room slide IN, it stop half way with a blink of all the ceiling lights that were on at...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-14-2014, 10:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,271
Posted By BT-III
I experienced a similar situation. At a...

I experienced a similar situation.

At a cruising speed of 60 miles per hour, the tack needle would go from 1,800 to zero back to 1,800 in a split of a second. Turn out to be that the TPS,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-11-2014, 08:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,133
Posted By BT-III
I would think it refers to Monaco's Unit...

I would think it refers to Monaco's Unit Identification Number which is a 5 digit code. It's your Coach ID. You should be able to find this number on a specs sheets normally apposed on the interior...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-11-2014, 08:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 901
Posted By BT-III
Great Coach. Congrats and Happy Trails.

Great Coach. Congrats and Happy Trails.
Forum: Roadmaster Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-09-2014, 09:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,371
Posted By BT-III
Agree with all the above. By the way 76,000...

Agree with all the above.

By the way 76,000 is nothing for a Diesel engine. That's good news. On the other hand it means that the coach hasn't move much in the last 9 years. That could be bad...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-06-2014, 09:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,626
Posted By BT-III
Beautiful Coach. I like the entry door position. ...

Beautiful Coach. I like the entry door position.

In those years Monaco knew how to build quality coach. I use to own a Windsor 96 with the 250 Cummins engine. No problem, it took me through the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-04-2014, 10:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,359
Posted By BT-III
The Windsor was introduced in 1995 as the entry...

The Windsor was introduced in 1995 as the entry level in the Diesel group. It ranked just below the Dynasty. Then the Diplomat came out , one layer below the Windsor, followed by the Camelot who's...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-02-2014, 08:56 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 14,823
Posted By BT-III
The best invention after the slice bread. Would...

The best invention after the slice bread. Would not live without it. On the other hand, when it fails (and if it is bound to fail it will) repairs tends to be rather expensive. Been there even...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-16-2014, 04:34 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 7,862
Posted By BT-III
Ted, Don't worry, everything will be all...

Ted,

Don't worry, everything will be all wright. Be positive and sleep well. We are sending you good vibes...

But PLEASE, don't do it again. You are making us all too nervous out here.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-14-2014, 10:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,633
Posted By BT-III
Larry, I had to replace my pedal in 2011. ...

Larry,

I had to replace my pedal in 2011. Even at that time, Monaco was no longer keeping that part in stock. Got it from Kongsberg Automotive Power Product Systems Inc., Hagerstown, MD

Good...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-13-2014, 10:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,670
Posted By BT-III
To my knowledge Monaco does not make any exhaust...

To my knowledge Monaco does not make any exhaust parts. If your engine is Cummins call them.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-13-2014, 10:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 702
Posted By BT-III
Microwave replacement

The DW, who by the way also happens to be the CFO, wants to replace the original Sharp Carousel microwave/convection with a Kitchen Aid KHMC1857BSS ...... that is already purchased.

Now, this will...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-06-2014, 07:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,425
Posted By BT-III
Bravo!

Congratulations and Happy trails!
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-25-2014, 10:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,749
Posted By BT-III
I had the same situation 2 years ago. Do have an...

I had the same situation 2 years ago. Do have an auto start feature but the program was set at off. Plugged to shore power, no AC running, nobody in the coach in fact and the gen starts in the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-25-2014, 10:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,343
Posted By BT-III
If all of the above failed, you might have to...

If all of the above failed, you might have to replace the two brake related air switches or clean their connection for corrosion. The last being simple and at no cost.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-17-2014, 09:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,913
Posted By BT-III
I know that this is beside the point but I could...

I know that this is beside the point but I could not resist to ask: why did you not stick with a Jeep? It is sooooo easy with a Jeep. I too will have to replace my 2004 Grand Cherokee soon.
Forum: Northeast Region 07-17-2014, 09:29 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 20,529
Posted By BT-III
Mid September to mid October many, if not most,...

Mid September to mid October many, if not most, campgrounds are closed for the season!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-14-2014, 10:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,427
Posted By BT-III
Broadrun, Hold-on your manual awning. I...

Broadrun,

Hold-on your manual awning.

I have a Girard 2000 Automatic Lateral Arm Awning and hate-it. More lately since two arms broke last week after a heavy rain fall.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-10-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,860
Posted By BT-III
Girard Awning Parts

Hi,

I have a Girard G-2000 Automatic Lateral Arm Awning System on my Monaco Dynasty 2003. Last week, heavy rain in a short period resulted into two arms broken at the elbow.

Where can get two...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-18-2013, 02:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 951
Posted By BT-III
Some precisions

Thanks to all for your valuable feedback.

I forgot to mention in the original post that all other faucets (kitchen, lavatory, and service bay) do supply the proper hot/cold water mixture,...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-17-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 951
Posted By BT-III
Where did my hot water go?

Here I am again asking for help. This time it has to do with hot water, or lack off, in the shower.

My Aqua-hot provides plenty of hot water either from the electric element or the diesel burner....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-05-2013, 08:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 781
Posted By BT-III
12 volts lights blink

When a couple of ceiling lights are on they blink from time to time.

What could be the cause?
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-12-2013, 09:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,499
Posted By BT-III
Scenic drives, hickes and jeep trail can be a lot...

Scenic drives, hickes and jeep trail can be a lot of fun and will for sure help to develop an appetite.

Pasqual's in downtown Santa Fe is a must for their good food and ambiance.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-11-2013, 10:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,224
Posted By BT-III
Slide-out out of level!

The living room, driver side, slide-out on my Dynasty Regent 2003 is partly sinking.

In or out, the forward end is lower than the rear end. The front part is lower than the rear by about 2...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-25-2013, 09:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,278
Posted By BT-III
One thing I forgot to mention: Roger Berke does...

One thing I forgot to mention: Roger Berke does not ship parts to Canada. Too bad!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-25-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,278
Posted By BT-III
Seems like the motor has gone bad like some of...

Seems like the motor has gone bad like some of you suggested.

New motor will cost $799.99 plus sales tax which is 15% up here plus labor.

Hope this will fix the problem.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-10-2013, 09:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 725
Posted By BT-III
Try Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY.

Try Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-03-2013, 09:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,278
Posted By BT-III
Thank you all, I feel more educated about...

Thank you all,

I feel more educated about what could be the issue(s). I have an appointment with a tech on June 13th. Will keep you all posted.

Regards,
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-01-2013, 10:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,278
Posted By BT-III
Thanks, The electric heating element is...

Thanks,

The electric heating element is working just fine.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-01-2013, 09:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,278
Posted By BT-III
Aqua-Hot quit

Hello,

My unit (AHE-100-02S) worked fine all winter and then suddenly quit as we got home this last spring.

I detected a blown fuse. The first one on the right hand side of the fuse block. ...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-14-2012, 06:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,794
Posted By BT-III
@ bukzin, Don't know at this time. Motor...

@ bukzin,

Don't know at this time. Motor was ordered by my repairmen through Monaco Oregon last Wednesday. Hasn't show-up yet. Long process to clear customs. Will let you know the cost upon...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-08-2012, 04:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,794
Posted By BT-III
Thanks guys, Here's an update. My test was...

Thanks guys,

Here's an update. My test was wrong. There is power going to the wiper motor. The motor is frozen and beyond repair. I am waiting for a new one from Monaco.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-08-2012, 04:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,542
Posted By BT-III
@lestortues, I had a similar problem with...

@lestortues,

I had a similar problem with my Dynasty - Roadmaster Chassis.

While at a Monaco Rally years ago, a Monaco technician slided-out the gen set to access the air release gizmo (sorry...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-03-2012, 09:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,794
Posted By BT-III
Thanks Stretch. Yes, the wipers controls are on...

Thanks Stretch.
Yes, the wipers controls are on the steering wheel...as well as the cruise and the air horn. The cruise respond to the commands! Same for the horn! Can this clockspring not work...
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