Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
05-06-2023, 09:26 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,658
I carry one Lectric e-bike on the front of my...
I carry one Lectric e-bike on the front of my Ram3500. I tried putting a cover over the bike until I noticed about a 20˚F rise in coolant temperature. Once I took the cover off the engine ran at...
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Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires
12-17-2021, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 56
Views: 18,999
So, here's the latest on MY quest for...
So, here's the latest on MY quest for replacements for my recalled Sailuns. Apparently, NHTSA jumped the gun and sent out the recall notice before Sailun and TBS (their U.S. distributor) had a chance...
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Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires
12-12-2021, 11:49 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 18,999
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Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires
12-11-2021, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 18,999
Apparently, this week was a little early to...
Apparently, this week was a little early to attempt a Sailun tire replacement. I went to my local Les Schwab and they told me they could order a new set of Sailuns (or similar tire) which I would pay...
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Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires
12-09-2021, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 56
Views: 18,999
I first tried calling the number listed for...
I first tried calling the number listed for Sailun. They said to call my dealer. I bought them at Simpletire so I called them. They say that I need to call Sailun! So, I tried Sailun again. Now they...
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Forum: North America MOC / Western Region
11-05-2021, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 72
Views: 20,260
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
09-25-2021, 06:25 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 10,279
Sorry if I wasn't clear. I'm looking for the...
Sorry if I wasn't clear. I'm looking for the CONVERTER, not the inverter. Our old Montana 3280RL had the converter located alongside the distribution panel. Not our 305RL, and I can't seem to find it...
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
09-25-2021, 03:19 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 10,279
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
09-02-2021, 03:54 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 14,978
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
08-31-2021, 09:59 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,287
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
08-04-2021, 09:16 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 7,445
After doing some more research I found this...
After doing some more research I found this earlier post from kendotmontanaclub:
Probably not a big deal for most campers, but I discovered today that the specs for freshwater holding tank on 2019...
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Forum: MOC Rig Registry Discussions
07-30-2021, 10:12 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 646
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
07-24-2021, 10:29 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 7,445
Ron & Terrie:
Since I wanted to know how much...
Ron & Terrie:
Since I wanted to know how much water I had when using the pump, instead of using the drain at the rear end of the rig, I used the pump drain at the convenience center. When the pump...
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
07-24-2021, 08:51 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 7,445
Ron & Terrie: thanks for all the info! It's...
Ron & Terrie: thanks for all the info! It's really helpful. But I'm still confused. If my rig's stated capacity is 64 gallons, and, if I subtract 12 gallons for the hot water heater and, let's say 2...
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
07-24-2021, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 7,445
No, I didn't raise the front jacks — we were...
No, I didn't raise the front jacks — we were completely level when I measured the capacity. So, my question is: in order have access to ALL the water in the tank, do I need to raise the front end? If...
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
07-24-2021, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 7,445
Fresh water capacity
According to the specs, our 2017 Montana High Country 305RL should have a fresh water capacity of 64 gallons. After running out of water much sooner that we anticipated, we filled the tank and then...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
07-17-2021, 10:37 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,076
Because we typically boondock rather than camp...
Because we typically boondock rather than camp with hook-ups, we use a Mr. Heater as our primary heater (we rarely use the furnace). I've added a quick-connect propane fitting T-ed in to the stove...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
05-22-2021, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 713
Water management system
We've just purchased a "new to us" 2017 Montana 305RL. It has the pictured water management system. We have 2 questions:
1. The instructions say to "remove the gravity fill cap" when power filling...
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Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires
05-11-2021, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 635
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Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires
05-11-2021, 04:24 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 635
Spare tire rim
We just purchased a 2017 Montana 305rl. The first thing we're planning to do is replace the current "China bombs" with Sailuns (we've taken our previous Montana twice from Seattle to Cabo San Lucas...
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
05-09-2021, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 883
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
05-08-2021, 07:16 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 883
Furrion back-up camera issue
We just purchased a used 2017 Montana 305RL which has an (apparently) factory-installed Furrion back-up camera. We can't seem to get power to the camera. Is there a switch or breaker located...
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
10-13-2016, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,404
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
10-12-2016, 12:51 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,404
Thanks! I'm planning on replacing all 4 sets of...
Thanks! I'm planning on replacing all 4 sets of springs since, if one failed, I'm concerned about the life expectancy of the others. I'll check out the rating on the axle and may upgrade from 4 to 4...
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
10-12-2016, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,404
leaf springs and axles
I was surprised to look under my 3280rl and see that one of the leaf springs had totally broken and was dangling from its mounting bolt!
I'm trying (without much success) to determine what...
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