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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-14-2024, 05:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,675
Posted By sourdough
In my experience it's very rare that whoever is...

In my experience it's very rare that whoever is wiring that distribution box has any idea of load. They connect wires and "label" them even if it's illegible. Any owner is well served by inspecting...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-13-2024, 01:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,675
Posted By sourdough
OP it sounds like you lost one leg of your 50A...

OP it sounds like you lost one leg of your 50A service. An EMS, something everyone should have, will tell you that. Also look at your breakers and see if both A/Cs are on the same side of the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-12-2024, 07:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,675
Posted By sourdough
You're plugged into 50A service? Why/how are you...

You're plugged into 50A service? Why/how are you running off the inverter/batteries?
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-12-2024, 07:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,675
Posted By sourdough
If it's running while on the inverter, which uses...

If it's running while on the inverter, which uses the same wiring as when you aren't using it, the junction box isn't the problem.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-12-2024, 05:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,675
Posted By sourdough
What kind of fridge? If it's a res fridge...

What kind of fridge? If it's a res fridge everything you mentioned is 120vac. As mentioned there is probably a junction box under there that could be the source of your problem. It transitions the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-12-2024, 05:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,923
Posted By sourdough
Hopefully it IS real La Z Boy furniture and it...

Hopefully it IS real La Z Boy furniture and it comes with the warranty. The lifetime warranty and their in house furniture repair was a deal maker for us. Paying $2400 ea for 2 recliners (top grain...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-12-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,385
Posted By sourdough
I fabricate supports from aluminum metal strips. ...

I fabricate supports from aluminum metal strips. Form them to attach to the bottom of the floor and the bottom of the J wrap. There are probably some OE pieces of metal fashioned (very roughly) to...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-12-2024, 04:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,838
Posted By sourdough
Jake have you gone into the MicroAir and set it...

Jake have you gone into the MicroAir and set it to show the actual temp?
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-05-2023, 09:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,454
Posted By sourdough
I've seen the bottoms of slides covered in...

I've seen the bottoms of slides covered in multiple materials. Sounds like you have some with darco (woven plastic material) and another solid type material (I've seen it, tapped it and touched it...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 08-05-2023, 09:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,652
Posted By sourdough
That's a good mod that one needs to do it adding...

That's a good mod that one needs to do it adding "stuff" on the back of the RV blocking the tail lights....that is illegal.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-05-2023, 09:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,443
Posted By sourdough
You lost 120vac while you were gone. No AC = no...

You lost 120vac while you were gone. No AC = no converter = no battery charging = dead batteries. Dead batteries = no control functions for A/C, fridge or power for lights. Sounds like your...
Forum: Maintenance 04-26-2023, 10:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,229
Posted By sourdough
I use 303 as well. Baby powder is OK but we sit...

I use 303 as well. Baby powder is OK but we sit for extended periods at times and I like the UV protection and rejuvenation aspects of 303.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-26-2023, 10:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,821
Posted By sourdough
^^^^This.

^^^^This.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-21-2023, 07:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,029
Posted By sourdough
OP this is late but I just saw this, sorry. I've...

OP this is late but I just saw this, sorry. I've had the same thing happen. Fortunately I saw the J wrap pulling out and about the first 5' or so pulling back in the wind (driver side). I caught...
Forum: On the Road Again 04-20-2023, 08:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,271
Posted By sourdough
As of April 3 it was as bad, or worse, than it's...

As of April 3 it was as bad, or worse, than it's ever been.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 04-20-2023, 07:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,450
Posted By sourdough
To just confirm, you can do what you are...

To just confirm, you can do what you are inquiring about with an extension cord. You didn't mention the length or the gauge of wire that you intend to use. A 14ga. cord "can" carry 15A but if it is...
Forum: On the Road Again 04-20-2023, 07:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,271
Posted By sourdough
I've made both routes many, many times. Had a...

I've made both routes many, many times. Had a vacation home in Cloudcroft NM (hwy 82) for 25 years. I've traveled both and always used 82 to get where you want to go (travel to Abilene all the time...
Forum: Repairs & Service 04-17-2023, 06:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,621
Posted By sourdough
I had a gray tank replaced on the last trailer. ...

I had a gray tank replaced on the last trailer. It developed a hole in the top and leaked when nearing full. I had the dealer replace it and the cost was $3200. Way more than I thought it should...
Forum: Full Timing in your Montana 04-16-2023, 08:55 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 25,059
Posted By sourdough
There are some differences between the MHC and...

There are some differences between the MHC and the Montana. I opted for the MHC for reasons particular to me but went through both models and many other brands.

The basic Montana has bling the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-16-2023, 03:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,260
Posted By sourdough
Congrats on getting the new, undamaged rig with...

Congrats on getting the new, undamaged rig with no hassle! Hopefully it is just like you wanted. Be sure and go through that PDI with them as was suggested. The best and easiest way to get any...
Forum: Maintenance 04-11-2023, 11:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,154
Posted By sourdough
I believe the link in post 1 referenced a comment...

I believe the link in post 1 referenced a comment I made about 303. I have used ICE and still do occasionally. The 303 is primarily to protect the decals on the trailer (and all other vinyl/rubber...
Forum: Insurance 04-11-2023, 10:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,810
Posted By sourdough
OP don't know if you found a solution or not but...

OP don't know if you found a solution or not but noted you mentioned you had Geico on your car. I have Geico as well on my vehicles and they carry my RV insurance as well. Have you contacted them? ...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-11-2023, 10:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,260
Posted By sourdough
I would pass and have them get a new undamaged...

I would pass and have them get a new undamaged unit - that's what you paid for. If you let them repair it you are then the owner of a damaged trailer repaired with just how much expertise? You have...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-11-2023, 10:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,207
Posted By sourdough
There should be information on the strut on the...

There should be information on the strut on the side. If it has been working well go with the same pound rating, if not you can raise or lower the resistance but do so with both struts. Measure the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 01-07-2023, 09:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,816
Posted By sourdough
I would be very leery of paying an RV "inspector"...

I would be very leery of paying an RV "inspector" unless I knew him, someone who knew him or something. I know of one (personally) that knows some stuff and doesn't know even more stuff. As has...
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