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RE: Slide Out Questions
We have just passed 6 yrs. of ownership of our 2008 coach. I've two instances where the slides (3 hydraulic) would not work. The problem was the vibration from driving caused the computer board to become disconnected. Pushing the connectors back together fixed the problem. Our 'one' electric slide on the driver's side in the bedroom has never had an issue.
Just recently, I had to have one slide adjusted as it didn't come back in correctly. The service center said that one particular slide needs adjusting once a year (the one behind the driver). I don't remember seeing anything about it needed anything in the manual.
Otherwise, the few times I've had issues wouldn't steer me away from a slide unit. It really opens up the space.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/25/13 09:24pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: New Tires
I verified my tire prices today with Michelin... (295/80r/22.5)... $639.00 plus FET of $41.00= $680.00 per tire plus installation and sales tax.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/24/13 05:27pm |
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RE: Cost for 4 corner weighing ?
I paid $10 at a local large moving company (Burgess, I think?). They let me weigh each corner with the tag axle on the scale and with it off. So, I had a 'six' corner weigh-in! LOL! Totally, we weighed 40,029 lbs.
I would like to try again as it's been 4 or more years ago.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/24/13 02:54pm |
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RE: Mystery switches & window blinds
As stated by others, our docking lights will work anytime with or without the ignition on. We have two spot lights on each side of the coach and two in the back for connecting/disconnecting the tow vehicle in the dark.
Our docking light system also works with our "See Vision" system that utilize our existing 'turn-signal' cameras and the rear camera. If I hear something go bump in the night, I can hit the docking lights and see around the coach without exiting as we have a monitor in the bedroom. We also have a camera where a rear view mirror would be located so I can toggle the camera choice to see in the living area too.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/24/13 11:53am |
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RE: Cummins ISL400 runs and quits... questions
The large relay can run very hot to the touch. Mine draws 1.5 amps so is like having a 20 watt bulb running. The contacts inside are notorious for failing. I am on my third relay in five years. I am beginning to believe the relay should be changed out like a fuel filter as part of regular maintenance.
YC 1, just for future reference since we have similar coaches, where is this 'Big Boy' relay? I will want to keep an eye on it as we have had no problem in 6 yrs. of ownership.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/23/13 11:07pm |
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RE: need new deep cycle batteries for class a
Joe, I'm in Palm Springs mostly and my batteries were 7 yrs. old and working fine. I felt that it was time to replace them as 7 yrs. is reasonable and I didn't want to push the envelope. Also, I was tired of the sulfating of the wet cell batteries and went with AGM's. this time.
The plates on my wet cell batteries were never exposed as I checked them religiously. Now, I'm virtually maintenance free.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/23/13 11:00pm |
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RE: New Tires
Dutch, we are just completing a train trip on the 'Canadian' from Niagara Falls to Vancouver.... then Amtrak to Seattle, LA, then Palm Springs where I will have my tires put on the coach next week (coach is in storage).
We went right through Mississauga on the hwy going from Toronto to Niagara to catch the tour (saw the two buildings.... Marilyn and Joe).
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/23/13 10:32pm |
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RE: Alfa See Ya
I'm not saying anything good or bad about Alpha Coaches as I've never owned one. I've read a lot here and on other threads about them so you can too!
A couple of minor things is that their rear lights are too low. I've seen some that have added additional lights above to be seen over the tow vehicle. Another thing that Alpha's don't have are flush fitting cargo doors. The Alpha's that I've seen have rounded edges and very 'compartmentalized' with framing around each door which is not a smooth look.
But, I would prefer a coach manufacturer that is still in business. There are so many other choices of coaches that are 10-12 yrs. old that ARE still in business with factory support/parts (Newmar, Monaco, Beaver, Safari, Holiday Rambler, Thor, Damon, Fleetwood, American Coach, Tiffin, Winnebago, Itasca, Coachman)....... I know some of these are from the same manufacturer but they are still supported even though they don't make that brand name.
Good luck on what ever you decide.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/22/13 04:33pm |
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RE: New Tires
Replacing my Michelins and was wondering which tire is better the Bridgestone or Goodyear? Michelins are 235/80r 22.5g while the Bridgestone is 245/75r 22.5g. The Goodyear tire is 2415/75r 22.5g. Everything pretty much matches up and was wondering which is the better tire over all. I can get both for less than the Michelins and can get both right now that are less than 3 months old.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
PeoriaKen, if you are a member of FMCA, they have a Michelin program for buying Michelin tires. I ordered mine about 3 weeks ago and will get them next week (8). I will be charged for mounting and stems at the service center as that's that their website says. FMCA will bill me for the tires. I have 295/80R/22.5.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/22/13 04:04pm |
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RE: BATTERIESFOR HOUSE
Backroads, I just replaced my 8 wet cell batteries with 8 AGM's. Although my 7 yr. old wet cell batteries were OK (probably nearing the end of their life), I got tired of the sulfating (white stuff) which caused the battery trays to rust.
I cleaned it often with baking soda/water mixture but got tired of messing with it. So, I decided to go with AGM's. These batteries are probably 3 times more than a wet cell but now I won't have sulfating and I don't have to water them. One less thing for me to worry about.
I had the battery trays cleaned and repainted so everything looks new again.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/22/13 09:57am |
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RE: Windshield curtain question (real dumb).. LOL
I like to drive with my driver's window open if the weather is nice. Even though we have velcro tiebacks, the bottom of the curtain will want to go to the screen. So, I have a big rubber-band that I wrap around the bottom of the pleated gathered curtain and it stays put.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/21/13 09:26pm |
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RE: Need your input...........what do you think?
I thought if we ever downsized, that a Sprinter chassis (Winnebago View or similar) would be nice with one slide. I like the floor plan with the full living room AND dinette on the main level but wonder if climbing in the over-cab bed might get tiring. A friend of mine rents one almost every year when we meet in Quartzsite and I'm surprised at how much living room space there is in a 25 ft. coach and it gets great mileage. The tanks are small for boondocking though.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/20/13 10:23pm |
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RE: Transmission Dipstick
Fossilhound, I too could have sworn I saw our transmission dipstick when the coach was new. Then when I went to check it after the first transmission service, there was no dipstick. I had a friend check to see if it was in the tube but he couldn't find it. So, maybe it was never there?
The shop always checks the fluid from the transmission pad. I would like a dipstick though, just haven't gotten around to getting one. After 6 yrs. of ownership, I probably won't, LOL!
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/20/13 05:25pm |
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RE: Cummins ISL400 runs and quits... questions
MarcW, how many miles do you have on your '07 Dynasty?
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/20/13 04:25pm |
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RE: Setting the time on dash radio - 2008 Monaco
The Magnadyne radio can't get radio reception 10 ft. from a big city. We use the 10 CD changer all the time or the single in dash player for a different selection. I have not bought a subscription to Sirius as I just can't pay for radio! Our new Honda came with Sirius for several months but I listen to NPR 99% of the time. Another car we have has lifetime Sirius for free so I keep it on classical Sirius or NPR.
One of these days I'm going to change out that junky Magnadyne with a real radio but it's not at the top of my list until it breaks.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/19/13 06:32am |
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RE: Setting the time on dash radio - 2008 Monaco
I bet it's a Magnadyne (sp?)... I'm not at the motorhome to look at ours but since you haven't gotten a response, I'll make an attempt.
On the right side of the radio, the second button from the bottom (can't think of what the name of the button), you push and hold it until the time flashes. The bottom round button on the left side will set the time, turn it right, it sets the minutes, turn it left, it sets the hour.
I hope this helps.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/18/13 12:47pm |
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RE: Navistar RV is gone.......Hello new owners
Personally, I don't care who owns Monaco, as long as we can get parts and all the good stuff that comes along with it.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/16/13 03:49pm |
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RE: Wheel Hub oil!!
We have bearings on the front so no hub oil. We just need to have them done every 30,000 miles which is coming up at our 60,000 mile service. We DO have hug oil on the rear axle which is checked every 5,000 miles when I have he chassis lubed.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/15/13 10:16pm |
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RE: Tire Replacement
If you have any intention of keeping the tires, I would have them inspected by a heavy duty tire company by taking them off of the rims. That will give you piece of mind if they pass their visual test by looking inside the tire.
Personally, I wouldn't prefer Goodyear's as I had friends have trouble with them but yours are like new. That's why I would have them looked over really good and use them maybe for another year or so.
I have ordered new Michelin's using the FMCA program that should arrive at the end of this month replacing my current Michelin's with 57,700 miles. I'm just leaning on the 'safe' side replacing them at 7 yrs. as my date codes run from the 20th-42nd week of 2006.
Good luck and let us know what you decide.
MM.
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Mr.Mark
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05/11/13 08:20am |
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RE: Thetford Tecma toilet not refilling correctly
Mr. Chuckles, I am totally stumped as I have the same toilet and am very curious to what the answer will be.
I know on 'our' toilets, if you press both electric buttons, it will empty the toilet bowl for travel (which we don't normally do). I'm thinking it has something to do with the switch because your water flow is normal at the sinks/shower.
I wish you luck and will be looking forward to seeing the diagnosis.
Mr.Mark
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Mr.Mark
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05/11/13 07:45am |
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