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I do not know if this information has been previously posted, did not find in “seach.” I do not know if Monaco used a belt driven hydraulic pump which supplied the power steering and cooling fan(s). The hydraulic pump on my 97 Dynasty is shaft driven from the Engine Air Compressor. This pump originally made by Sauer Sundtrand, sold to Danfoss, sold to Webster and QCC was the last manufacturer. Information from the Foretravel Owenrs (Foreforums) indicate the hydraulic pump part number 41188 are no longer available from any source. The last manufacturer of this pump, QCC is considering making another production run of this pump. If this pump effects you, please contact Simone Morris, Senior Product Sales Engineer, 708-887-6282| simone@qccorp.com to support QCC’s decision to move forward on new pumps.

Maybe the best bet for a Drive Shaft is an RV Salvage Yard, for your year and model. Check Colaw Salvage in Missouri. Best of luck.

On 97 Dynasty, mechanical, Cummins, C8.3, there is only three things that will turn on the Check Engine light; Low Air Pressure, Low Oil Pressure or High Water Temperature. See attached drawing. Sorry could not figure out how to attach the drawing.

Hi Matt; Drop me an email at CRY42@Windstream.Net, happy to share information with you.

97 Dynasty, drifting genny slide. Separate motor/pump for the genny hydraulic ram, no shuttle valve. Tried every suggested trick to resolve. Finally pulled the hydraulic ram and had seals replaced, along with new hoses and has never drifted again.

Happy to share information on the Air Throttle Conversion, please send me an email to cry42 at Windstrem dot Net.

Best independently owned shop in your area is Ducks Garage in Benton, Arkansas. I would give them a call and see what they have to say. Really good folks and RV friendly. Telephone : 501-778-2886. Best of luck getting back on the road.

So regretful for your loss ! These critters certainly have a way of getting into your heart and having to let them go, is always a difficult time. Cadi and I send our condolences.

Stephen, not for sure why, but cannot send you a message, please email me at: cry42 at windstream dot net. Thanks Charles

This applies only to mechanically injected Cummins, C8.3 engines equipped with the King Control Bracket Kit to facilitate change over to an Air Throttle are once again available to replace the King Control if failed or failing. Contact me by Private Message on Monacoers if interested. Thanks.

Hi Joe I sent you an email via the Monacoers system. Charles

Hi David: I responded to your email and sent the information on the Bracket Kit. Regards, Charles

Might try AM Equipment, they have been helpful to me in the past.

Hello: " If I understood your question, the D-2 Governor is what controls the start and stop of the Air Compressor by monitoring air pressure in the front tank. Most likely located near the engine driven Air Compressor. A very common leak point on the front air tank is the Pressure Protection Valves (PPV) recently replaced all three of mine due to two leaking. Attached is a generic drawing of a typical air system.

My 97 Dynasty, Pac Brake has a "muffler" if that is the part under question, see attached, Item #3 for Part Number. L1015.pdf

97 Dynasty, has hinged door on passenger side, screwed down, eary to remove screw and open door exposing tanks. After opening door, looks just like Rocketman's photo posted earlier. Used existing wiring from tanks to interior panel. Replaced old analog voltmeter with digital voltmeter while updating to Sea-Level.

Read Head Steering in Auburn,WA or Chaulks Truck in Houston, TX rebuilds most any steering boxes, both have good reputations.

On 97 Dynasty, there is a pathway between the frame rails. At the rear bulkhead, where all wiring cables and fuel lines exit, there is plate attached. The plate has an exit area filled with foam. I used a metal snake to punch through the foam from the rear side and attached a pull line to pull through needed wires to add an EGT. When I upgraded the rear camera and monitor, used existing wiring and made up adapters from old connectors to new type required.

Have run Toyo M170 for five years no problems. M154, All Position, Weight Single tire 7160 pounds, Tread depth 22/32 inch M170, Steer tire, Weight Single tire 7160 pounds, Tread depth 19/32 inch M144, Steer tire, Weight Single tire 7860 pounds, Tread depth 19/32 inch Travel safe.

I carry these Axle Caps--just in case and my opinion, both axles must be pulled. http://axlecap.net/index.html

Had a friend who recently was towed, same battle. Wrecker refused to pull drive shaft, but after much discussion agreed to pull one axle, which does not work, still spins the differential, finally agreed to pull both axles, telling the owner it was not necessary to do anything. Agree, you have to disconnect or pull both axles on an Allison transmission.

You can pull both axles and use Axle Caps to prevent oil leaking out. Some prefer the axles over the driveshaft as few mark the drive shaft for proper re-install. If you see new trucks being piggy backed down the highway, you may observe simple cardboard covers in place and axles tied on the frame. Preferably we do not have to towed as first choice. Just a thought. Travel safe.

Ten more Air Throttle Bracket Kits are now available. Air Cylinder (1), Throttle Cable (3), TPS Bracket (2), Throttle Cable Clevis (5), Throttle Lever (4), Springs (6) and Botls (7&8). For Cummins, mechanical, C8.3 engines to replace King Control Throttle.

The first ten (10) Air Throttle Conversion Kits have been sold. Feedback on the base kit has been positive, thanks to all. Currently getting bids from machine shop for ten more sets. Unfortunately prices keep going up, especially for steel parts. As a reminder, this is for mechanical Cummins diesels only. Anyone interest in information, feel free to contact me. Best wishes and Travel safe.

97 Dynasty Those relays act as Transfer Switches between Shore Power and Inverter Power. Three are 120VAC relays and one is a 12 VDC Relay. When on Shore Power the three relays are activated and pass 120VAC into the coach, with NO shore power, the relays are de-activated and connect to the Inverter. On my coach, the 12 VDC relay switches 120VAC between the Microwave and 120VAC Hot Water Heater. You cannot run both at the same time, if running Microwave, must have Inverter running to operate the Hot Water Heater. Simple drawing attached.