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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-12-2024, 06:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,377
Posted By scottz
They electric system (if that is what she has)...

They electric system (if that is what she has) must work differently than the hydraulic system. My hydraulic middle jacks ground before the rear jacks ground; then all work together to level the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-07-2024, 09:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,303
Posted By scottz
Yes, it does.

Yes, it does.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-06-2024, 11:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,303
Posted By scottz
I used some colored film I got from Home Depot. ...

I used some colored film I got from Home Depot. Makes it look like stained glass and blocks a lot of the sunlight. I pulled down the inside portion and put the film on the inside of the outer layer....
Forum: Navigation 07-26-2024, 12:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,871
Posted By scottz
We will be departing Salt Lake on Sunday; need to...

We will be departing Salt Lake on Sunday; need to pull into Fort Stevens by Tuesday afternoon. Looks like we cannot depend on I-84.

Alternate routes I am looking at; all within a few...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 07-23-2024, 06:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,733
Posted By scottz
No, they worked....for five month. I cannot say...

No, they worked....for five month. I cannot say for certain the power wash wand broke them, but they quit working a few days after that. If I were to change them again, I think I would use the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-23-2024, 04:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,604
Posted By scottz
Thanks for the info; I'll take a look. The...

Thanks for the info; I'll take a look.

The cord on my unit has #6 wire; good for 40-55A at 28-40'. With all the big current items running at the same time (both AC units @ 1500W each and the...
Forum: Navigation 07-23-2024, 03:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,871
Posted By scottz
Jeff, that would be the Willamette River since he...

Jeff, that would be the Willamette River since he is already south of the Columbia on 84; right? I'm making the same trip next week.

Another question: are there any areas for boondocking on 26...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 07-23-2024, 03:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,733
Posted By scottz
But maybe not if you have InCommand; I don't...

But maybe not if you have InCommand; I don't know, do some reasearch.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-23-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,604
Posted By scottz
I think if this was the case, the manufactures of...

I think if this was the case, the manufactures of cord reels, Keystone, and Thor would have been sued out of business long ago. No issues at all with mine.
Forum: It's a Dirty Job but Someone has to do it! 07-23-2024, 01:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,032
Posted By scottz
You can use this service; and probably...

You can use this service; and probably recommended after buying a used unit.

Also recommended if you don't take proper care of your tanks.

I find prevention to be the best policy. Nothing...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 07-23-2024, 12:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,733
Posted By scottz
That looks a lot like my 2017 3160RL On my unit,...

That looks a lot like my 2017 3160RL On my unit, the two tanks mounted lengthwise in the drop-down section are the black tank and the shower gray tank. Black tank on right, gray tank on left. The...
Forum: Navigation 07-20-2024, 12:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,312
Posted By scottz
You might want to consider the traffic you will...

You might want to consider the traffic you will encounter in Yellowstone in July. Not in a hurry; ok. Also, don't forget the park entrance fee. The Jackson route is 60 miles further and you have...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-17-2024, 09:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,240
Posted By scottz
Looks like a 24V panel to me.

Looks like a 24V panel to me.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-17-2024, 11:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,772
Posted By scottz
By using the Quattor, I eliminated three other...

By using the Quattor, I eliminated three other boxes; charger, transfer switch, inverter and freed up some space.
Forum: North America MOC / Western Region 07-14-2024, 08:21 PM
Replies: 14
Sticky: Quartzsite 2025
Views: 2,407
Posted By scottz
As pointed out, pumping service is available. ...

As pointed out, pumping service is available. There will be signs with a phone number. However, it is a little expensive; $50 a couple years ago. Most of us can last 10 or 12 days on the waste...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-14-2024, 07:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,146
Posted By scottz
Glad you figured it out.

Glad you figured it out.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-14-2024, 07:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,146
Posted By scottz
I'd leave the light non-functional before I...

I'd leave the light non-functional before I started cutting holes in the cap.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-14-2024, 07:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,772
Posted By scottz
The main difference is the Quatro has a second AC...

The main difference is the Quatro has a second AC input for a generator; functions as a transfer switch.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-13-2024, 10:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,146
Posted By scottz
Might be time to start considering pulling a new...

Might be time to start considering pulling a new wire. All the wires for the 7-pin run through the battery compartment area; you could pick it up there. Whatever you do is not going to be easy;...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-13-2024, 10:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,604
Posted By scottz
I have the power reel in my 2017; still works...

I have the power reel in my 2017; still works fine. The mounts for my reel are welded in place, not sure how the new units are constructed, but maybe your mounts are not aligned properly.

You...
Forum: North America MOC / Western Region 07-10-2024, 02:27 PM
Replies: 14
Sticky: Quartzsite 2025
Views: 2,407
Posted By scottz
Quartzsite 2025

For planning purposes, the Quartzsite gathering will be held Jan 14-21, 2025. Look for more information a couple months before then.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-10-2024, 11:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,772
Posted By scottz
For those wondering how much stuff you can cram...

For those wondering how much stuff you can cram into the area under the stairs......

I had to relocate the washer drain to do it. And, in case you are wondering why I did not use hardwired Hughes...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-10-2024, 10:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,772
Posted By scottz
It's not shown in the photos, but I also used...

It's not shown in the photos, but I also used heavy duty heat shrink on the MC4 connectors on the roof for better weatherproofing.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-10-2024, 12:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,772
Posted By scottz
While I was on the roof, I also permanently...

While I was on the roof, I also permanently mounted the Starlink antenna; mounted the router and power supply in the basement overhead.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-10-2024, 12:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,772
Posted By scottz
Solar upgrade

A couple months ago I completed my solar upgrade. We have used it several times and everything seems to be working well. We went from 400W of solar to 1720W. Upgraded the batteries from 300AH to...
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