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Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-11-2021, 03:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 372
Posted By cry42
The small panel appears to be, as previously...

The small panel appears to be, as previously noted, the older Winn Fuel Filter (Green color) and is the first filter, the 2nd fuel filter is located on the Cummins upper block.


Replaced my Winn...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-11-2021, 03:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 285
Posted By cry42
Onan Radiator

This is the tag, on my Onan 7500.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-11-2020, 05:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 628
Posted By cry42
Thank you for the input, the shop is pulling it...

Thank you for the input, the shop is pulling it apart and will check the ram and barrel to see if there is some kind of issue. Well post the final outcome.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-09-2020, 07:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 628
Posted By cry42
RVA Jack Update Went thru RVA suggested...

RVA Jack Update


Went thru RVA suggested clearing of air in lines, no change.

Removed hydraulic line from jack and still would not come all the way up.

Jack could be "forced" up with a bit...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-03-2020, 06:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 806
Posted By cry42
Pretty certain you 97 is a mechanical Cummins,...

Pretty certain you 97 is a mechanical Cummins, mine is.



1. Mechanical fuel pump on passenger side, below the fuel filter, easy to replace and fairly low cost.


2. If you have the old Winn...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-26-2020, 08:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 234
Posted By cry42
We have a 97, Dynasty Duke, 38 foot. ...

We have a 97, Dynasty Duke, 38 foot.


Maybe your 98 is very similar ?


1. Fresh Water tank fill is only via the one water connection in Wet Bay.
2. Fresh water will come out overflow pipe on...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-26-2020, 07:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 628
Posted By cry42
RVA Jack Question

Hello:
Had left rear RVA Jack leaking and hydraulic shop resealed it. Reinstalled on the coach and it went down perfectly well. But would not retract ! Tried RVA suggestion of clearing any air in...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-24-2020, 06:46 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 7,784
Posted By cry42
Have been following this discussion, nice work...

Have been following this discussion, nice work fellows. The "mystery sensor" is exactly like on in my 97 Dynasty. On our coach, it is THERMOSTAT that controls an electric fan, behind the grill on the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-23-2020, 07:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 330
Posted By cry42
Just to close this post out. Found my missing...

Just to close this post out.
Found my missing PacBrake wire and reconnected all is good. The TK-1 Relay on the Monaco Drawing is part of the Midland Grau ABS Brake Controller, it supplies 12VDC to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-23-2020, 07:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 217
Posted By cry42
Exactly as Old Guy said, have the same setup on...

Exactly as Old Guy said, have the same setup on my 97 Dynasty, it does work if placed in "manual" on the thermostat, otherwise have never heard it come on.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-13-2020, 02:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 491
Posted By cry42
Had the same problem, after trying every...

Had the same problem, after trying every suggestion on IRV2, had the hydraulic cylinder rebuilt, problem solved, has never drifted out a bit afterward, 97 Dynasty.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-07-2020, 07:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 387
Posted By cry42
Hmmm wood louvered door is screwed on, should...

Hmmm wood louvered door is screwed on, should almost fall off then screws are removed. Unless your is different from what we have. Good luck.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-07-2020, 07:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 689
Posted By cry42
97 Dynasty, fortunately the Onan 7500 is on a...

97 Dynasty, fortunately the Onan 7500 is on a hydraulic powered slide out. Recently completed full service including the temperature sender. The 7500 only holds a gallon of coolant. If the fan belt...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-30-2020, 07:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 349
Posted By cry42
Thanks to all who responded to my post. ...

Thanks to all who responded to my post.


And a special "thank you" to my friend, 8thDegree, he found the VIM.



Located directly under the Allison Shift Pad on the left hand console.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-28-2020, 08:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 349
Posted By cry42
Jim: I have only one pass through bay, did find...

Jim:
I have only one pass through bay, did find the ABS Controller attached to the ceiling. Still have not found the VIM.
Thanks for the reply.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-24-2020, 02:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 538
Posted By cry42
Most likely the Onan Diesel has a 12VDC Fuel Shut...

Most likely the Onan Diesel has a 12VDC Fuel Shut Off Valve, my Onan Kubota will shut down sometimes when starting the engine, it is running. Start battery voltage drops low enough momentarily to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-20-2020, 07:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 655
Posted By cry42
My generator slide cylinder did not have a...

My generator slide cylinder did not have a shuttle valve, appears the electric pump holds pressure on the cylinder once retracted. Just know, after a year of trying every suggestion, rebuilding the...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 08-18-2020, 06:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 349
Posted By cry42
Where is it located ?

Looking for the Vehicle Interface Module (VIM) in a 1997, Monaco, Dynasty, 38 foot. Any suggestions on where to look will be appreciated. Thanks !
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-31-2020, 03:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 242
Posted By cry42
Unfortunately, this is a mechanical Cummins and...

Unfortunately, this is a mechanical Cummins and no way to use a ScanGauge, sure wish there was. Thanks for the suggestion.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-30-2020, 06:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 648
Posted By cry42
My genny slide constantly creeped out, had the...

My genny slide constantly creeped out, had the hydraulic cylinder rebuilt and new hoses at local shop for $160, working perfectly since.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-30-2020, 06:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 242
Posted By cry42
Thanks to all who replied, will check the...

Thanks to all who replied, will check the alternator connection and grounds, which I suspect may be the issue. Tach worked perfectly today !
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-30-2020, 06:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 655
Posted By cry42
Gen Slide Hydraulic Cylinder

My generator slide would not stay closed, constantly drifted out. Had the cylinder rebuilt and has worked perfectly ever since, $160 bucks with new hoses at a local hydraulic hose/repair shop.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-27-2020, 03:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 242
Posted By cry42
97 Dynasty Tachometer

97 Dynasty, mechanical C8.3 Cummins. Tachometer is erratic (jumpy) at idle and today at idle reading 2000 RPM. Where does engine RPM come from ? Thanks for any advice.
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-25-2020, 06:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,803
Posted By cry42
Much appreciate when someone CLOSES their request...

Much appreciate when someone CLOSES their request for assistance with the OUTCOME and what was found, sure helps to know that important information.
Thank You !
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-25-2020, 04:38 PM
Replies: 199
Views: 546,359
Posted By cry42
Carpenter Buss Sales RV Service

If this is inappropriate, moderators please delete, felt it might be of value to Monaco owners.

Carpenter Bus Sales, Elm Mott, TX, just north of Waco, TX on I-35, is now offering RV service, very...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-16-2020, 09:00 AM
Replies: 1,234
Views: 220,217
Posted By cry42
I agree, if there is a moderator, please close...

I agree, if there is a moderator, please close this discussion. I enjoy the TSD card and like everyone else, you can make a choice to use it or not. No other company stepped up to serve the RV diesel...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-11-2020, 06:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 946
Posted By cry42
Whack on the motor, one brush most likely were...

Whack on the motor, one brush most likely were not touching the armature, jarred it loose . When I changed my motor, took the old one apart and found the issue. Cleaned up brush holder, added a bit...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-10-2020, 06:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 798
Posted By cry42
It is possible to temporarily BYPASS the air...

It is possible to temporarily BYPASS the air dryer should it fail on the road, with a simple Filter Bypass, see photo. Travel Safe.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-10-2020, 06:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 261
Posted By cry42
Those little buttons in the 4 button thermostat...

Those little buttons in the 4 button thermostat can be rebuilt, by replacing the internal parts. Mine is working well after the transplant, it is a little tedious, but quite do-able. Good luck.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-05-2020, 07:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 443
Posted By cry42
Agreed, the box needs to be a tad larger. And...

Agreed, the box needs to be a tad larger.
And the Remote Display Box needs a redesign, IMO, put the mounting holes in the back side, instead of each side, would look better, just my opinion. But it...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-04-2020, 04:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,256
Posted By cry42
As I understand, the PPV Valve provides air...

As I understand, the PPV Valve provides air pressure protection to insure that the air brakes always have adequate pressure tofunction normally. This is a normally closed pressure sensing valve which...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-04-2020, 04:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 443
Posted By cry42
Happy you found the loose wire! Appreciate the...

Happy you found the loose wire! Appreciate the sore ribs, installed our protector a couple of months back. Added remote display in Water Bay so I can watch it while hooking up and a second remote...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-05-2020, 07:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 654
Posted By cry42
English Color and Supply has a number of outlets...

English Color and Supply has a number of outlets around the country and had no trouble mixing my color code using Diamant (?) Paint.
Forum: Cummins Engines 05-30-2020, 09:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 745
Posted By cry42
Jim OK on the Air Throttle, was curious,...

Jim


OK on the Air Throttle, was curious, as my King Control is both Throttle and Cruise.


On my King Control the cable is "pulled" or wound in to increase engine speed and relies on the two...
Forum: Cummins Engines 05-29-2020, 11:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 745
Posted By cry42
Jim I was wondering about your throttle...

Jim


I was wondering about your throttle set up ? Mine is the King 2600 both Throttle and Cruise Control.


The big issue now, Cruise King who was supporting these old boxes is no longer in...
Forum: Cummins Engines 05-28-2020, 02:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 745
Posted By cry42
Have a 97 Dynasty mechanical Cummins with King...

Have a 97 Dynasty mechanical Cummins with King Cruise & Throttle Control. Not exactly sure about your set up, attached is a photo of mine.
Cable from King to Throttle must be straight with no slack....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-28-2020, 02:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 806
Posted By cry42
My 1997 Dynasty is a Cummins C8.3 mechanical...

My 1997 Dynasty is a Cummins C8.3 mechanical engine. Has a mechanical fuel transfer pump bolted on the passenger side of the engine block, just below the Secondary Fuel Filter. Fairly easy to change...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 05-28-2020, 02:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 330
Posted By cry42
PacBrake Exhaust Brake

1997 Dynasty.


Does anyone know where the TK1 ABS Relay Box is located, see attached.


Or if the Foot Switch sends 12 VDC or Ground to the VIM ?


Problem is the wire on the PacBrake Air...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-06-2020, 07:15 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,393
Posted By cry42
A key thing to watch for in a Foretravel is rust...

A key thing to watch for in a Foretravel is rust issues on the lower frame at the front and rear bulkheads. The lower frame work is encapsulated with fiberglass so you cannot see it. Have it...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-05-2020, 08:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 691
Posted By cry42
Been using the Water Miser Caps for over a year,...

Been using the Water Miser Caps for over a year, they seem to work very well.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-05-2020, 07:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 352
Posted By cry42
Thanks to all for your replies. Found these...

Thanks to all for your replies.
Found these Axle Caps at: https://www.axlecap.net/
Pretty reasonably priced.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-03-2020, 04:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 352
Posted By cry42
97 Dynasty Rear Axle

Would anyone happen to know what axle manufacturer, Monaco used on a 1997, Dynasty, 38 Foot. I am trying to purchase some Axle Caps, in case of a tow situation should arise and the supplier is...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-27-2020, 05:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 450
Posted By cry42
97 Dynasty, the valve appears to be a simple ball...

97 Dynasty, the valve appears to be a simple ball type valve.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-19-2019, 07:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 460
Posted By cry42
Thanks ! That is good news, will check that...

Thanks !

That is good news, will check that out.
May come in handy one day.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-17-2019, 08:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 460
Posted By cry42
King Cruise & Throttle Control

Noticed that Cruise King has announced the closing of the company after 16 years.


Steve Boler owner of Cruise King, was the only source I have found for support of the King 2600 Cruise/Throttle...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-23-2019, 06:26 AM
Replies: 1,234
Views: 220,217
Posted By cry42
The TSD Fuel Card is being shared by a reputable...

The TSD Fuel Card is being shared by a reputable company and IMO is a blessing to those RV'ers who burn diesel. If one does not trust TSD or has major concerns about being hacked, simply do not use...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-28-2019, 09:47 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 7,219
Posted By cry42
Stop tinkering ? No do not think so, this old...

Stop tinkering ? No do not think so, this old coach has become my "new" hobby.
Love tinkering with it, learning all I can about it's wiring, plumbing and engine systems. Fix, replace, update, all I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-28-2019, 09:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 650
Posted By cry42
As an owner/operator of two years, some things I...

As an owner/operator of two years, some things I have found or learned, some the hard way.


1. Be sure you have an Electrical Protection Device between the pedestal and your coach cable.
2....
Forum: Foretravel Owner's Forum 10-21-2019, 04:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,568
Posted By cry42
I second the comment about Super Tech, Jason...

I second the comment about Super Tech, Jason Hunt, if ever in the Whitney, TX area, he is the Go To Man !
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-21-2019, 04:34 PM
Replies: 1,234
Views: 220,217
Posted By cry42
Just completed our first trip with the TSD Fuel...

Just completed our first trip with the TSD Fuel Card, savings was $71.03 per their invoice system. Works exactly as advertised. Thank you TSD.
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