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2004 Holiday Rambler - Fog light issue
We live in VA and have owned our 04 Scepter for several years. This year, it failed VA safety inspection because according to the inspector (and VA inspection manual), the fog lights must burn through the tail light circuit. Inspector advised that VA state police (who are responsible for inspection stations) are cracking down on this issue for some reason. In its present state, the fog lights can be turned on without the headlights or parking lights being turned on, but the tail lights do not turn on unless the headlight switch is in parking lights or headlights. The part that works correctly is the case whereby if headlights are on and the high beam switch is on, the fog lights must be off. So the fog lights must already be wired through the high beam circuit. What I need is to change the wiring such that if the headlight switch is off and the fog light switch is on, both the fog lights and the tail lights come on. Initial response from Holiday Rambler was that I should buy a DRL kit from them. However, I have never seen DRLs that also light the tail lights, so I think the DRL kit will not solve the problem. If you have encountered this problem and solved it, I'd like to know how you did it. Thanks! Frank1.1KViews0likes3CommentsStereo Upgrade Recommendation - 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter
We own a 2004 Scepter that still has the original Kenwood KDC-5155 stereo system in it (Single DIN head end, connected to an external 6CD changer "box"). I'd like to replace it with a single DIN system that has the following capabilities: At least 5:1 audio (what I have now); AM/FM/HD audio/Sirius XM capable; Bluetooth audio (iPhone 6 compatible); Integrated navigation (truck maps and routing logic, not cars), or at least Nav capable; Capable of connecting to existing rear camera (I'd like to do away with the existing screen in the dash, or re-purpose it to display side-mounted cameras). I'm looking at the Pioneer AVH-X7700BT and AVICU260 or F260 (Nav add-on). Total cost would be about $630. However, this system does not support HD audio, and the specs do not indicate the number of speaker outputs, whether truck maps are supported, etc. Any recommendations are appreciated.1.5KViews0likes4CommentsRe: winegard
I have the Winegard Sensar (replaced the head about a year ago). It worked OK for a while. Now I seem to have problems finding channels again. I checked the coax connector at the head and on the back of my video control selector. One thing that I noticed is that the power indicator lamp on the video selector goes out when the cable from the antenna is connected to the video selector. Does this imply a short in either the head or the cable? I am going to try a different piece of cable this weekend and see if the results are the same.436Views0likes0CommentsRe: Part number for Serpentine Belt
If you have your engine serial number, call Cummins at 1-800-343-7357. They can tell you the current part numbers for the serpentine belt, fuel separator, coolant filter, and oil filter. They probably will not have the AC belt or air filter. If you do not have your engine serial number, call Monaco at 1-877-477-6226. Give them the last 6 digits of your VIN and the can give you the engine serial number. Better yet, ask them to email or fax you the "Recreational Vehicle Data Card" for your coach. It contains a list of all of the major components, manufacturers, model numbers, and serial numbers. Regards, Frank309Views0likes0CommentsRe: Replacing old TV's with new HD mods
I did something similar to the 1x12 solution. I constructed a wooden "box" to fit into the hole previously occupied by the CRT TV. One face of the box is now where the front part of the TV screen used to be. To this face, I fastened a quick release HDTV mount. I also drilled a couple of 2" holes in the box face to route cables to the back of the new TV. The reason why I like the box over a single board is that I was then able to drive several screws into the side of the box (through the outside of the existing cabinetry) to hold the box in place. I think it provides a more secure mount for the TV than a single board.330Views0likes0CommentsRe: Cummins misfire when turbo boost above 10 psi
All - Thanks again for allowing me to benefit from your wisdom and experience. I replaced both fuel filters and the problem appears to be gone. Took it for a test drive, mashed the throttle and the turbo boost went well beyond 30psi without any bucking/misfiring. Regards, Frank757Views0likes0CommentsRe: Cummins misfire when turbo boost above 10 psi
Sorry, one other update on this. I had no "lit" idiot lights (e.g. water in fuel, check engine, etc.). I also checked for stored engine diagnostic codes and there were none. So I'm going to replace the fuel filters first (they are a little less than a year old) and if that does not resolve the issue, I'll check the electrical connectors for the ECM. I too, like to start with the easy and cheap, then work towards the difficult and expensive. :)757Views0likes0CommentsRe: Cummins misfire when turbo boost above 10 psi
Thanks to all for the replies. We managed to make it home. Unfortunately, there's no shops open in No. VA today that have both filters in stock, so I'll have to buy them tomorrow and install tomorrow evening. I'll post an update after I've changed the filters.758Views0likes0CommentsCummins misfire when turbo boost above 10 psi
We own a 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter with the 350HP Cummins turbo engine. The motor home has less than 30K miles on it. While on the road yesterday, I encountered a problem whereby the engine starts misfiring if I increase throttle to the point where the turbo boost goes above 10psi. It runs fine at idle and under light acceleration. It seems that the list of possible causes could include: bad fuel (but why does the problem show only when under boost?) fuel supply problem (clogged line, filter, etc.) air supply problem (clogged filter, turbo problem) ignition problem If you have experienced this problem and have a checklist or diagnostic procedure, I'd appreciate any help. I doubt that I'm going to find a Cummins dealer open today that would be willing to look at it. Thanks in advance. Frank9.6KViews0likes22Comments
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