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Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 09-13-2021, 05:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,825
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Regarding Andersen hitch.... Since my truck has...

Regarding Andersen hitch....
Since my truck has NO excess hitch weight capacity, I do not haul anything in the box, therefore the footprint is of no concern to me. I believe the structural integrity...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 09-12-2021, 06:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,825
Posted By Gary-Alberta
We use Andersen Ultimate hitch in 2015 GMC 6...

We use Andersen Ultimate hitch in 2015 GMC 6 1/2'box pulling 2018 model 3120. No issues in 20,000 miles.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-18-2021, 08:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,040
Posted By Gary-Alberta
I used 1" long pieces of double-sided tape at...

I used 1" long pieces of double-sided tape at about 6" spacing. Added a couple screws on an angle at the end. As you are attaching to 1/8" thick Luan board, I figured that adhesive was better than...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 08-10-2020, 11:35 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,414
Posted By Gary-Alberta
I pull a 2018 Montana 3120 with my 2015 GMC 2500...

I pull a 2018 Montana 3120 with my 2015 GMC 2500 Duramax. I weighed the truck/trailer combo then truck alone. The pin weight was 2909 lbs.
I have added an extra leaf spring on each side as well as...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 01-31-2020, 10:37 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,834
Posted By Gary-Alberta
When I had the air bags installed, I had the air...

When I had the air bags installed, I had the air valves installed in the cab beside the rear seat. Quik touch up with hand pump is all that is ever needed. Also keeps the valves clean and out of...
Forum: Campgrounds 12-17-2019, 10:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,499
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Viewpoint RV and Golf Resort is just west of the...

Viewpoint RV and Golf Resort is just west of the 202 on University avenue, less than half hour away. A little pricey, but nice place. We will be there January to April.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-15-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,527
Posted By Gary-Alberta
You might try watching the you tube video about...

You might try watching the you tube video about the 3120/3121 prepared by Haylett RV.
Lots of great information.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-10-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,250
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Measures 16" bed to wall on each side. 8"...

Measures 16" bed to wall on each side. 8" narrower each side inside the slide. Cutting down the plywood was all that was necessary to make the swap.
Forum: New Member Introductions 12-09-2019, 10:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,892
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Retiredyyc We will be passing through Calgary...

Retiredyyc
We will be passing through Calgary on our way to Arizona shortly after Christmas, also towing a 3120. Our departure date is totally based on the wind through southern Alberta,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 12-01-2019, 10:44 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,834
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Using a GMC 2500 tow vehicle, I researched both,...

Using a GMC 2500 tow vehicle, I researched both, adding extra leaf spring each side, and adding air bags. In our tiny Canadian dollars, springs were $800, bags $1400. I did both.
The springs,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 11-09-2019, 05:52 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 17,282
Posted By Gary-Alberta
For some, the biggest, heaviest truck is the most...

For some, the biggest, heaviest truck is the most suitable. if you want to boon dock and carry lots of batteries, generators, solar equipment, fuel, water, etc. there are many, many choices for you....
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 11-08-2019, 04:11 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 17,282
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Beeje My loaded rear axle is 6150 Rear axle...

Beeje
My loaded rear axle is 6150
Rear axle capacity is 6200
Tires rated at 3525 each, total 7050
I am satisfied that I am rolling down the road safely.
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 11-08-2019, 01:44 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 17,282
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Might as well add a contrary opinion. I had my...

Might as well add a contrary opinion. I had my 2015 GMC 2500 diesel when I bought my 2018 Montana 3120. To my knowledge, the difference between GMC 2500 and 3500 is rear springs, tires, wheels, only....
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-22-2019, 09:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 917
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Au Ag, on our rig, the heat pump is on the rear...

Au Ag, on our rig, the heat pump is on the rear A/C unit. This provides heat through the roof top unit, using electrical only, no propane. It is only efficient down to about 45 F. Below that it never...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-21-2019, 11:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 917
Posted By Gary-Alberta
In our rig, similar to yours, the bedroom...

In our rig, similar to yours, the bedroom thermostat ONLY controls the bedroom A/C unit and can only cool regardless of the other settings on the t'stat. When it is on, there is conditioned air...
Forum: Sitting around the Campfire 10-20-2019, 10:33 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,801
Posted By Gary-Alberta
When I use the black tank flush, the line seems...

When I use the black tank flush, the line seems pressurized when I disconnect. Water flows back out the convenience centre valve, like its draining from the high point. The force of flow indicates...
Forum: Sitting around the Campfire 10-20-2019, 08:12 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,801
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Thanks rorhmann, I will add the black valve flush...

Thanks rorhmann, I will add the black valve flush to my winterize procedure.
Forum: Sitting around the Campfire 10-19-2019, 04:39 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,801
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Although I really can't understand how any water...

Although I really can't understand how any water couldbe left in the black tank flush line, should flow both ways out from the high point, I did just go out to my rig and run antifreeze through it,...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-02-2019, 12:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,643
Posted By Gary-Alberta
I checked the convenience centre again. The valve...

I checked the convenience centre again. The valve position should be NORMAL FLOW not FILL.
It doesn't actually say city water, the Normal flow is just the correct position when you are hooked up to...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-01-2019, 11:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,643
Posted By Gary-Alberta
You have to switch the water inlet back to city...

You have to switch the water inlet back to city water instead of fill position.
We have all done the same thing.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-31-2019, 10:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,661
Posted By Gary-Alberta
I removed the mirror on my 3120, today. Removed...

I removed the mirror on my 3120, today. Removed all of the adhesive with gasoline without damaging the finish at all.
The rig looks much better without the useless, black mirrored patch.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-13-2019, 11:05 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,762
Posted By Gary-Alberta
I am a little concerned about what's under. I...

I am a little concerned about what's under.
I don't want to tear off the gross looking mirror to find an even worse looking surface below.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-13-2019, 11:01 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,762
Posted By Gary-Alberta
Can you take it off and leave it off, or is the...

Can you take it off and leave it off, or is the surface underneath,unsightly?
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-12-2019, 10:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,026
Posted By Gary-Alberta
I had a similar problem in January. I locked a...

I had a similar problem in January. I locked a pair of vise grip pliers onto the pull cable and worked at twisting the cable back and forth. Slowly at first then a little more vigourously. It...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 02-05-2019, 11:32 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,248
Posted By Gary-Alberta
I chatted to the owner of the "Twentieth...

I chatted to the owner of the "Twentieth Anniversary " model this morning. His trailer works identical to mine. Second drain valve just above the sewer outlet. His dealer had no idea either. He had...
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