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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-06-2023, 09:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,646
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 12-17-2021, 06:41 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 18,978
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 12-12-2021, 11:49 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 18,978
Posted By thegumbos
Yes, they're S637's and ARE covered by the recall.

Yes, they're S637's and ARE covered by the recall.
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 12-11-2021, 10:03 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 18,978
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 12-09-2021, 03:43 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 18,978
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: North America MOC / Western Region 11-05-2021, 10:19 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 20,232
Posted By thegumbos
Name: Kurt, Nancy and Tula Arrival Date: Jan 18...

Name: Kurt, Nancy and Tula
Arrival Date: Jan 18
Departure Date: Jan 25
MOC name & number: the gumbos 17166
First Quartzsite Rally: No
Do you want to be inside or outside the circle? Outside
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 09-25-2021, 06:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,242
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 09-25-2021, 03:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,242
Posted By thegumbos
I, too, am having a problem trying to locate the...

I, too, am having a problem trying to locate the converter on our 2017 305RL High Country. I've looked behind the distribution panel, behind the walls in the basement and under the stairs. No luck!...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 09-02-2021, 03:54 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,911
Posted By thegumbos
This is what we did with our control panel door....

This is what we did with our control panel door. Since we seem to access a lot of the breakers and controls all the time, we didn't want to have to keep opening the door. So, we cut a hole in the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-31-2021, 09:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,286
Posted By thegumbos
We had a problem with ours recently and was able...

We had a problem with ours recently and was able to repair them after getting replacement parts from Ascot Industries.

https://ascotent.com/pages/single-roller-shade-installation

They're very...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-04-2021, 09:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,411
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: MOC Rig Registry Discussions 07-30-2021, 10:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 646
Posted By thegumbos
Gumbo :: 2017 Keystone Montana High Country 305RL

Gumbo :: 2017 Keystone Montana High Country 305RL (2021-07-31 04:12:43)
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-24-2021, 10:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,411
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-24-2021, 08:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,411
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-24-2021, 05:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,411
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-24-2021, 03:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,411
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-17-2021, 10:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,075
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-22-2021, 08:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 712
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 05-11-2021, 04:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 630
Posted By thegumbos
Spare tire rim

Thanks, you guys!!!
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 05-11-2021, 04:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 630
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-09-2021, 02:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 881
Posted By thegumbos
Thanks, that worked!!

Thanks, that worked!!
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-08-2021, 07:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 881
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 10-13-2016, 11:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,401
Posted By thegumbos
Thanks, everyone! Steve confirmed what I thought...

Thanks, everyone! Steve confirmed what I thought I'd order. I just need to remove one of the existing springs to measure the unloaded length.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 10-12-2016, 12:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,401
Posted By thegumbos
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...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 10-12-2016, 11:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,401
Posted By thegumbos
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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