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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-26-2024, 09:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 340
Posted By Daryles
We have a Norcold fridge. I discovered the...

We have a Norcold fridge. I discovered the cooling fans in the back were not working. Figured out the thermostat disk on the first cooling fin was not working.
I bought a Digital temperature...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 03-26-2024, 09:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 201
Posted By Daryles
2016 F350 dually 86,000 miles. Last year had...

2016 F350 dually 86,000 miles.
Last year had to change the the torque converter in the transmission. $4,000.
We were told if you tow a lot you should change transmission fluid at half the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-24-2024, 07:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 353
Posted By Daryles
Yes, first trip out I would go to a full hook up...

Yes, first trip out I would go to a full hook up site and dewinterize. You will have water to flush the pipes and sanitize (look it up) the freshwater tank and system. Let it sit overnight then flush...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-21-2024, 02:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 760
Posted By Daryles
It is a sealed unit, however, I have read of...

It is a sealed unit, however, I have read of someone with AC experience putting a saddle Tap on the pipe and successfully recharging the system.
Forum: Navigation 03-19-2024, 04:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 359
Posted By Daryles
We made that trip a few years ago. Stayed at...

We made that trip a few years ago.
Stayed at Ponderosa in Cody. It was tight!!
So much to see here.
Took 120 from Cody to Thermopolis.
There are petroglyphs on the way to Thermopolis. It's a...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-19-2024, 07:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,191
Posted By Daryles
While you are in the air return cavity, close up...

While you are in the air return cavity, close up any gaps in the duct work. If you don't it sucks in hot air from the attic. Use AC foil tape. Clean the surface with alcohol first for good adhesion....
Forum: Additions & Improvements 03-18-2024, 04:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 795
Posted By Daryles
We have an inline water meter we put on the hose....

We have an inline water meter we put on the hose.
From bone dry empty (dewinterizing) it takes about 65 gallons. Freshwater tank, pipes and water heater.
Normally filling the freshwater tank takes...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-17-2024, 10:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 282
Posted By Daryles
Collapsed return air ducts is a common problem on...

Collapsed return air ducts is a common problem on earlier models.
Do a search on
Collapsed air ducts.or
AC duct modification
...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 03-15-2024, 05:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 711
Posted By Daryles
Using (discharging) lithium batteries at or below...

Using (discharging) lithium batteries at or below freezing temperatures is no problem.
However, CHARGING a lithium battery who's internal temperature is at or below freezing will destroy the...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 03-15-2024, 09:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 711
Posted By Daryles
The furnace draws about 12A. How long it will...

The furnace draws about 12A.
How long it will run on batteries depends on the outside temp, the temperature you set on the thermostat and the battery capacity you have.
For example FLA batteries...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 03-15-2024, 08:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,501
Posted By Daryles
Before you consider going to Sailun G rated...

Before you consider going to Sailun G rated tires, you need to make sure your rims are rated for 110psi. G rated tires are inflated to 110ppsi.
Look on the inboard side of your rims for a stamp.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-15-2024, 08:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 355
Posted By Daryles
Older model Dometic heat pumps don't work below...

Older model Dometic heat pumps don't work below 40⁰F. I'm not sure about the new Coleman units.
Forum: Maintenance 03-15-2024, 08:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,052
Posted By Daryles
I like Lucas Red and Tacky grease. I watched a...

I like Lucas Red and Tacky grease.
I watched a YouTube video testing various greases under different harsh conditions and Lucas came out on top every time.
Buy a "Lock & Lube" grease gun fitting....
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 03-15-2024, 07:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 711
Posted By Daryles
Yes, you can use the "Charge Wizard" to boost the...

Yes, you can use the "Charge Wizard" to boost the batteries to almost 100%.
Last summer we spent three months dry camping in the Canadian rockies at Banff and Jasper NP.
The tall trees blocked the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-13-2024, 12:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,464
Posted By Daryles
Some people have plumbed the connections

Some people have plumbed the connections
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-13-2024, 12:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 190
Posted By Daryles
Guessing "ODS" Opposite Door Side? Left side...

Guessing "ODS" Opposite Door Side?
Left side Flood light?
Maybe they drove a staple through the wire when putting the new roof on?
Remove your control panel and pull the wires to your left side...
Forum: Maintenance 03-13-2024, 12:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 358
Posted By Daryles
I also put shut off valves to the washer behind...

I also put shut off valves to the washer behind the basement walls.
Forum: Boon-docking 03-13-2024, 11:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 627
Posted By Daryles
You can raise them up a hole. I believe the...

You can raise them up a hole. I believe the torque is 90 ft lbs (double check).
Torque the bolt head and hold the nut due to the locking washers on the nut side.
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 03-12-2024, 01:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 711
Posted By Daryles
Yes, the removable/upgradable converter is...

Yes, the removable/upgradable converter is integrated into your circuit breaker panel (circled in red) held in by two screws.
Yes there is a "FLA" (flooded lead acid), "Li" (lithium) switch (circled...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-10-2024, 07:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 522
Posted By Daryles
We got this one WAR-LOK TKP-10 5th Wheel...

We got this one

WAR-LOK TKP-10 5th Wheel King Pin Lock, Anti-Theft Trailer, Heavy Duty Steel https://a.co/d/2cKoKdH

5 years old. Very happy with it.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-09-2024, 06:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,246
Posted By Daryles
Pictures. Please keep us posted

Pictures.
Please keep us posted
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 03-08-2024, 06:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 775
Posted By Daryles
Maybe check with Dinosaur Electronics ...

Maybe check with Dinosaur Electronics

https://www.dinosaurelectronics.com/Ignitor_boards.htm
Forum: North America MOC / Western Region 03-08-2024, 06:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 995
Posted By Daryles
We stayed at Meteor Crater (between Winslow and...

We stayed at Meteor Crater (between Winslow and Flagstaff AZ) and toured the area from there.
We drove from Flagstaff to Sedona via route -89A with the truck ONLY. Beautiful scenic route, but don't...
Forum: North America MOC / Western Region 03-07-2024, 06:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 995
Posted By Daryles
Carl posted this recently ...

Carl posted this recently

https://www.montanaowners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=90693
Forum: Maintenance 03-05-2024, 11:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,327
Posted By Daryles
Maybe it's against the wall (bottom corner) under...

Maybe it's against the wall (bottom corner) under the anode hole?
Try curving the camera back and looking where you go in at?
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