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I would call O'Reily Auto parts or Napa Auto parts and let them know you are looking for two starting batteries for your 500/600 Cummins, that's all I did, batteries have been in there 4 years now, have a trickle charger on them at all times when not in use keeping them a little excited so they do not start to discharge. Wayne 1999 Signature Caesar

I have a Camp chief tent stove with a stainless Water tank that I use for remote/backpacking hunting,fishing,winter camping and Portable Sauna, I am not sure this would be something to use in the coach, it is very portable including the chimney, I think so many things could go wrong.I would think the entire floor ,walls, ceiling would have to be constructed with hardy board. Insulated chimney. Exterior roof? I have seen lots of trailers with stove pipes coming out of them but I think they are moved couple times in their life time. Send pictures if this project is successful Wayne 1999 Signature Caesar

I guess I am to blame for this whole conversation, I should have put it in the correct category . Why I was asking and thought the conversation would have went more towards, "Do I really need another coach" "wants vs needs" came I really afford a top of the line rig! Well a 350K coach would cost Approx. 500k Cnd, the insurance would be approximately $ 900.00 on every 100k, buying something 20 years old for that kind of money and having to do a possible updates, new learning curve, How long will I be able to drive Many questions in regards to buying another rig. I really appreciated the comments Gary and everyone else made. Wayne 1999 Monaco Signature Caesar

Gary I really appreciate your response. Northern Ontario winter has been very kind to us this year , no complaints considering what is going on around the world. Marathon coach, best of the best ! We have been entertaining the Idea of a Marathon and or other Prevost conversions , we have had some talks back and forth with Marathon (Oregon) in regards to many used coaches in their inventory, so in saying that listening to someone like yourself with the knowledge and experience helps me (everyone reading) to make logical decisions. A friend of mine owned my coach for 14 years prior to me purchasing it 4 years ago. Going with plan B, it has never been out in the sun unless it is on the road, 100k miles, going to spend 50k on end to end, updating/repairing little things and call it a day. I know the coach pretty much end to end. Thanks again Gary Wayne 1999 Monaco Signature Caesar

Gary 2 questions if you don't mind, yes I would be interested in seeing pictures of ramps,question 2, why from Provost to Monaco if you don't mind me asking Happy Saturday Wayne 1999 Monaco signature Caesar

Morning Reminder! Trained and qualified technicians to crawl under coaches! Especially if there are Air problems Safety first Wayne 1999 Monaco signature Caesar

Well spoken Merry Christmas to all, God Bless looking forward to crossing the border soon, Ironman Tempe Arizona 11/21/21. Wayne 1999 Signature Caesar

Happy Thanksgiving Stay safe down there! (South) Wayne 1999 Monaco signature Caesar

David is correct, my electric system for the Aqua Hot will not keep up when the temp drops below 30/36 degrees, I have to use the diesel. Nice rig! Wayne 1999 signature

Frank's pictures are fantastic! Pulled my trays out this spring and if you would have seen them you would have said get the torches ! I used the rust remover, pressure washer,used the proper steps for applying POR - 15 (brushed it on) after everything was dry I started to lubricate the slides on the trays for a week or so before I put the batteries back in. Looks like brand new! The hard finish with the POR - 15 is amazing. I also have the Duracell Batteries , will be four years coming up and have added distilled water twice. Coach is always plugged in. Wayne 1999 signature

I agree,if my air bags showed cracks and wear like that I would do the same.thanks for sharing the contact in Florida. Thanks everyone well done. Have a great weekend Wayne 1999 signature

Air ride suspension, fantastic ride! I am a little late to post but I was thinking about what has been said while I was traveling. I have driven logging trucks in Northern Canada and you could imagine the conditions and the large amount of weight that we are able to carry in - 40 temperature, air ride tractor and Trailer, very seldom blowing an air bag and when it does happen just change the one bag. So my question is why change ALL the bags on the coach? If you have the means too and I do appreciate the preventive maintenance concept. Is there something I am missing, Air Bags can go for a very long time, I asked our client (logging,construction,mining) certified safety inspection shop, they do all my general service, have them go underneath and tell them to find something wrong, I have asked about airbags and they say everything looks good, enjoy! Beautiful coach! Thanks Wayne 1999 signature

Jug higher than the pump/port usually works the best if I am understanding what your saying, tight line and on the pump/port should work Wayne 1999 signature

If you have front disk brakes ,on each of the Caliper's (each front wheel) and you shine a light in through the rim you will see two small hole's on each end of the caliper. Spray some Anti rust (Free) is what I use ,do not spray on the disk or pads holes only, on my 99 the right side front is part of the parking brake which will stick if not maintained. I lubricate those slides on the caliper couple times a year. Wayne 1999 Monaco signature

Fuses right at the unit all checked with meter?

Excellent explanation! Imagine trying to take apart the two panes of glass in your house, cleaning them and put them back together, I had a window/door installation business, once the seal is compromised off to the dump or give away for a green house

Eric I would read through all the other posts carefully and then make my decision,that's what I did Months back and then made the decision to go with coach glass, will never have to take the window out again unless it is smashed out.I do not need the original window anymore, I do not travel with my coach in extreme temperature's, that why mine leaked, traveled from pan handle /Yuma Arizona to Canada - 23 Celsius / - 10 f No problem staying in it overnight with generator/ aqua hot and engine heat on but those days are over. Older / Wiser Wayne Monaco signature Caesar

I just Ordered entry door glass for my 2000 signature from RV Glass Solutions by coach glass, I believe they are in the original Monaco plant in Coburg Oregon, $ 420.00 included template, cutting and shipping Grand Portage Minnesota, going to pick it up and install once the borders RE open, Very happy with the professional customer service. Wayne 2000 signature Caesar

If you have Mobile coverage I have used a few apps. on my phone and or tablet "Trucker Path" and or "GSP navigation" have never been steered me wrong, of course old school with a map to confirm before departing. Wayne

Sandy Great comments, thank you for the coaching ! No pun intended, we made the decision to leave the coach at our rental home in Twin cities until we actually go on vacation ,may not be this year but time will tell. great forum, appreciate the comments Wayne

Thank you Sandy If you could imagine we are living 6 hours North of Twin Cities now, we are relocating to Twin cities, just want a spot to leave the coach out of the snow and salt so we can have the odd weekend getaway, we are both tri athletes and need our cycle /Run fix often other than indoor training.I see Kansas has many bike trails , I been looking at some of the long term sites, will be hit and miss unless someone knows of a good spot where it can be left unattended. Really appreciate your help Once we get back to normal and whatever that would look like it will be left in Texas and aircraft to travel. Thanks Sandy

Looking for a spot to park for 6 months or so, somewhere 6/7 hours south of Twin Cities Minnesota, would be travelling from twin cites and staying a week a month in the coach just to get away from work and maybe a bit warmer. Any help be appreciated. Wayne

I wish I had an American passport! Someday soon I hope

It is a silly question but sometimes we miss the obvious, sure someone did not fill the main tank of the aqua hot and fill the overflow tank as well when it was cold?!?heating it up will boil it out somewhere! Let us know the verdict so we can share Thanks

When my Aqua hot is off and cold the overflow clear jug is low, when it is hot the jug is full but never over flows,when I serviced it last fall I just filled the aqua hot to the top ,put the rad cap on and that's it.I had a zone relay RE placed by Rudy Legett in Livingston TX, he is a great guy and gives great advise - 713 818 3234 Hope this helps