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Forum: Full Timing in your Montana Today, 03:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,094
Posted By Daryles
As High5er said, Choose the one that best fits...

As High5er said,
Choose the one that best fits your needs.
Which ever model you choose this is just an FYI and an Excellent review of portable AC units seeing as the summer heat is fast...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help Today, 03:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 606
Posted By Daryles
The white pvc pipe (picture 2 above) goes to an...

The white pvc pipe (picture 2 above) goes to an overflow pan (not yet installed) that goes under the washer. It follows the other pipes back, then down through the floor and into the propane bottle...
Forum: Boon-docking Today, 11:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 412
Posted By Daryles
If I remember correctly he used marine boat Hatch...

If I remember correctly he used marine boat Hatch covers over the Mopeka sensors.

smartmarine Boat Hatch Black 4" 6" 8" Round Non Slip Inspection Hatch w/Detachable Cover for Marine Boat Yacht...
Forum: Boon-docking Yesterday, 06:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 412
Posted By Daryles
Mopeka propane tank sensors are great. They...

Mopeka propane tank sensors are great.
They now make holding tank sensors.
One of our members installed them. I don't recall reading his results. I'm planning on doing the same, maybe this...
Forum: Boon-docking Yesterday, 11:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 412
Posted By Daryles
Boondocking mode: If you don't want to carry...

Boondocking mode:
If you don't want to carry water all the way there, fill up your freshwater tank at your last overnight stop the morning you leave. Or at a local gas station you can fit through...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-22-2024, 07:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 325
Posted By Daryles
Check for voltage on the 4 posts of your red self...

Check for voltage on the 4 posts of your red self resetting circuit breakers on the wall behind your batteries.
In the upper right hand corner of the battery compartment, above and behind the...
Forum: Maintenance 04-22-2024, 07:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 563
Posted By Daryles
Looks about right. I bought two complete sets...

Looks about right.
I bought two complete sets of bolts bushings and shackles last September at the rally. I have not changed them yet (need some welding done and I want to do it all at the same...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-22-2024, 06:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 396
Posted By Daryles
Will Prowse YouTube channel He has tutorials...

Will Prowse YouTube channel
He has tutorials that will take you through it all step by step from basics to advanced systems.
Forum: Maintenance 04-21-2024, 12:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 399
Posted By Daryles
Your (OP) instructions above is exactly what I...

Your (OP) instructions above is exactly what I did except I covered it with a 2"x2" patch of Eternabond tape.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-21-2024, 12:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 606
Posted By Daryles
Under the shelf on the right (picture 1) Yes...

Under the shelf on the right (picture 1)
Yes you will have to remove the washer.
Picture 2 shelf removed.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-21-2024, 07:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 606
Posted By Daryles
If you take apart the shelf on the right side...

If you take apart the shelf on the right side against the floor, it covers the plumbing.
Picture with the cap removed.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-20-2024, 06:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,495
Posted By Daryles
You are right. There is a bit of floor there...

You are right. There is a bit of floor there under the fridge you can set the block on.
Maybe drill a small screw hole through the Hinge.
Set the block then put a screw through to keep it in place...
Forum: Maintenance 04-20-2024, 06:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,218
Posted By Daryles
Here's a diagram of the air admittance valve and...

Here's a diagram of the air admittance valve and how it works.

To troubleshoot (confirm its the source of the stink) put a baggie over it and tape it off sealed shut.
IF the stink goes away,...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-19-2024, 07:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 736
Posted By Daryles
How much to refill a 30lb propane tank? You are...

How much to refill a 30lb propane tank?
You are going to pay one way or another.
I can tell you, if boondocking, definitely use propane unless you have a lot of solar.
In electric mode running...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-19-2024, 07:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,495
Posted By Daryles
Maybe cut a block of wood and put it under the...

Maybe cut a block of wood and put it under the Hinges on Travel days AFTER you get it set to the correct height.
IF you go this way, you would want to put some felt on the bottom of the block of...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-18-2024, 07:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 985
Posted By Daryles
I have never turned off the "BATTERY DISCONNECT"...

I have never turned off the "BATTERY DISCONNECT" switch.
The labeling is confusing. Ignore the word DISCONNECT. Just read it as "BATTERY ON", " BATTERY OFF".

This is a generic diagram of the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-17-2024, 07:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 985
Posted By Daryles
IF you have an RV fridge, it is more efficient...

IF you have an RV fridge, it is more efficient when boondocking or traveling to run it in Propane mode.
IF running the RV fridge in electric mode through an inverter from the batteries it draws...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-17-2024, 07:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,236
Posted By Daryles
As Chuck said above, check your voltage. ...

As Chuck said above, check your voltage.
Lippert put out a TSB regarding putting the hydraulic system on its own 80A circuit breaker.
There is a copy in the files section


Many threads about...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-17-2024, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 985
Posted By Daryles
Assuming you have a residential fridge... Maybe...

Assuming you have a residential fridge...
Maybe install a DC-DC charger for traveling.
It would provide plenty of power to the batteries and you can leave the inverter running to run the fridge....
Forum: Maintenance 04-15-2024, 12:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 583
Posted By Daryles
In the files section is a TSB regarding Dometic...

In the files section is a TSB regarding Dometic AC unit drip pan leak. The drain holes were not punched out.

https://www.montanaowners.com/forums/downloads.php?do=file&id=52

Also, look in the...
Forum: Hamming it Up & RC Toys for Big Girls & Boys 04-13-2024, 07:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,648
Posted By Daryles
This link goes to a Facebook group (sorry Carl). ...

This link goes to a Facebook group (sorry Carl).


2,200W system details $20K+. Runs everything.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/solarpoweredrvsandboondocking/permalink/1373439026473441/
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 04-12-2024, 02:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,638
Posted By Daryles
Totally Awesome cleaner (100%) and magic eraser...

Totally Awesome cleaner (100%) and magic eraser mop (both available at Dollar Store).
Spray on, roll up awning. Wait 15 minutes. Unroll and wipe clean.
Rinse top and bottom of awning thoroughly.
Forum: Maintenance 04-12-2024, 06:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 771
Posted By Daryles
There is a Suburban Water heater service manual...

There is a Suburban Water heater service manual in the files section. It has wiring diagrams and how to test the components like the element. You will need a multimeter.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-12-2024, 06:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 838
Posted By Daryles
Maybe look at the bottom of the slide. If the...

Maybe look at the bottom of the slide. If the dacor (black tarp material) is frayed, it can bind up and cause the slide not to move smoothly.

Have a look at Chucks Darco repair. This is one of...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 04-11-2024, 06:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 865
Posted By Daryles
IF you boondock a LOT in areas with few trees,...

IF you boondock a LOT in areas with few trees, solar works great. Last summer we were in the Canadian Rockies. Stayed at NP Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper. They have TALL trees (except for Jasper,...
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