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Forum: Boon-docking 03-20-2024, 04:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 629
Posted By Mikelff
You can raise the jacks depending on how many...

You can raise the jacks depending on how many holes you have left in the mount. If you go up more than a couple inches, I would advise using blocks under the feet to prevent an out of stroke error...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 02-28-2024, 04:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,268
Posted By Mikelff
I bought an extended warranty, otherwise known as...

I bought an extended warranty, otherwise known as an extended service plan, When I bought my used 5er, I was new to the fifth wheel world, so I bought my warranty on an unusual discount from the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 02-19-2024, 11:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,412
Posted By Mikelff
Look to see what is EXCLUDED from coverage,...

Look to see what is EXCLUDED from coverage, Specifically. Read it carefully.
Check on labor rate covered. Most plans state the labor rate maximum they will pay. You have to cover the rest plus...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 02-14-2024, 03:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 838
Posted By Mikelff
If you intend to keep your RV for any length of...

If you intend to keep your RV for any length of time, start a replacement fund for that Thomas Payne garbage. It WILL start to flake apart that fake leather. No way to fix it unless you cover it with...
Forum: Maintenance 02-04-2024, 10:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,270
Posted By Mikelff
The pealing faux leather seems to happen to most...

The pealing faux leather seems to happen to most people that have it after about 3 years, often sooner than that. Obviously, I had it happen to us. After pricing replacement furniture of similar...
Forum: New Member Introductions 01-22-2024, 10:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,129
Posted By Mikelff
Congrats on your new rig. You must have bought it...

Congrats on your new rig. You must have bought it from Lazy Days if they wouldn’t allow an independent inspection. If it becomes a deal breaker, they sometimes will let one in but they fight it big...
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 01-18-2024, 10:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,133
Posted By Mikelff
You are probably through the freeze by now but in...

You are probably through the freeze by now but in the future I would fill your fresh tank, drain your hose and put it in your pass through. Turn on your tank heaters and get some drinking water from...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-10-2024, 10:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,426
Posted By Mikelff
My Monty is plumbed and vented for washer and...

My Monty is plumbed and vented for washer and dryer but would never buy one. We rarely boondock and our trips are 10-16 days and mostly in rv park with laundry facilities. We usually have a “laundry...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-07-2024, 01:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,109
Posted By Mikelff
Use some copper wool (steel wool will...

Use some copper wool (steel wool will rust)(without any soap in it) to fill in any gaps or where they might try to chew through. You can also wrap some around any wires or hydraulic lines they might...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 12-13-2023, 02:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,398
Posted By Mikelff
It’s just an oil change. I wouldn’t worry about...

It’s just an oil change. I wouldn’t worry about it. If you use a local dealer of your truck brand when your oil change is due, wherever you are, you should be fine. I am a bit surprised you are not...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 12-13-2023, 02:13 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,772
Posted By Mikelff
I did not see what tire load rating your current...

I did not see what tire load rating your current tires were. E, F, or G? That makes a big difference. I have a 2018 High Country that came with E rated tires. I had a de lamination that very...
Forum: Navigation 11-08-2023, 08:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,611
Posted By Mikelff
Drove the I-220 and its not much better than...

Drove the I-220 and its not much better than I-20, though I-20 is absolutely horrible. You will need to turn on your hazard flashers and go slow. Most of the interstate roads in Louisiana are bad.but...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-08-2023, 06:01 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,423
Posted By Mikelff
I bought a used from a dealer 2018 Mony High...

I bought a used from a dealer 2018 Mony High Country, mfg in October of 2017, for the floor plan. Bunk house for our kids and the grand kids. I bought out of state and the dealer fixed everything...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-13-2023, 05:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,286
Posted By Mikelff
dlowtey, you will need at least 4” of clearance...

dlowtey, you will need at least 4” of clearance for the Sumo Springs. You will most likely have to move your gas line. Typically it is moved and anchored to the inside edge of the frame rail which...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 09-30-2023, 07:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,286
Posted By Mikelff
You may need to move your gas line an inch or two...

You may need to move your gas line an inch or two to make room for the sumo springs. They move the gas line to the inside edge of the frame. My dealer has done several installs moving that gas line...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 09-17-2023, 04:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,855
Posted By Mikelff
Sorry to hear about all the problems and glad to...

Sorry to hear about all the problems and glad to hear the pup will be ok. I have a 2018 High Country bunk house with some of your same issues but not as many. My living room slide moulding also came...
Forum: It's a Dirty Job but Someone has to do it! 09-17-2023, 01:48 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,649
Posted By Mikelff
I have posted about this product before. Unique...

I have posted about this product before. Unique brand “Digest It” is a microbial black tank treatment that literally eats poo and breaks down toilet paper. It will also break down any poo pyramid. It...
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-13-2023, 02:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,206
Posted By Mikelff
Short answer is yes, replace any lap sealant that...

Short answer is yes, replace any lap sealant that has any cracks or if you think there is any chance of a water leak. Clean the old sealant thoroughly and reseal. There are all kinds of u-tube videos...
Forum: Repairs & Service 08-16-2023, 04:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,332
Posted By Mikelff
From what my rv dealer tells me residential...

From what my rv dealer tells me residential fridges pull about 5-8 amps. How long they run between cycles would only be a guess on my part.
Forum: Repairs & Service 08-16-2023, 03:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,332
Posted By Mikelff
I would call JC Refrigeration on this. I believe...

I would call JC Refrigeration on this. I believe it is about a 6 amp draw when the compressor is running ( I have one compressor), which cycles when at temp. I don't boondock much but when I do, I...
Forum: Repairs & Service 08-16-2023, 01:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,332
Posted By Mikelff
I would recommend you NOT go with a residential...

I would recommend you NOT go with a residential fridge. The JC Refrigeration cooling unit keeps your same refrigerator box so no trying to find something to fit your current space. It is built far...
Forum: Repairs & Service 08-16-2023, 01:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,332
Posted By Mikelff
I have had the JC Refrigeration 12v unit for a...

I have had the JC Refrigeration 12v unit for a few years. Yes, it eliminates the propane. You just cap it off in fridge compartment. No longer needed. Keeps my fridge at 35-37 and my freezer at -19. ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 08-16-2023, 01:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,956
Posted By Mikelff
Sounds like you are talking about porpoising, not...

Sounds like you are talking about porpoising, not chucking. Chucking is horizontal movement and porpoising is vertical, up and down. As far as chucking, about the only thing that might help a little...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-14-2023, 10:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,653
Posted By Mikelff
I used Chucks method. Works great. I think the...

I used Chucks method. Works great. I think the sheet will be more rigid with more support. Its a tried and proven method. The roll just seems like maybe a softer material with less support. Adhesive...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 08-14-2023, 12:06 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,380
Posted By Mikelff
I run a 15k BTU AC unit that has a soft start...

I run a 15k BTU AC unit that has a soft start with a 2500watt inverter generator using a 20 amp extension cord with no issues. If you want to run two A/C units, you will need two 2500 watt inverter...
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