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Forum: Maintenance Yesterday, 12:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 379
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: 12
Views: 721
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: 5
Views: 553
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: 663
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: 523
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: 470
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,...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 04-10-2024, 07:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 534
Posted By Daryles
2018 you should be 50A. For the rear wall...

2018 you should be 50A.
For the rear wall receptacle you want a

NEMA SS2-50P 125/250V] [Twist-Lock]

Not necessarily this one (white).

True Mods 50A Inlet Shore Power Supply Receptacle for...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-10-2024, 07:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 320
Posted By Daryles
Start with cleaning the contacts in the 7 way...

Start with cleaning the contacts in the 7 way cable and the truck bed receptacle. I used #200 sand paper and "Deoxit". Roll up the sand paper to get into the female contacts.
Then a little...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-10-2024, 07:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 254
Posted By Daryles
We stayed there last summer (June). Loved it. ...

We stayed there last summer (June). Loved it.
Beautiful Campground. Wonderful staff. Well stocked store and an ice cream bar.
Picture, view out our back window.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-07-2024, 07:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 691
Posted By Daryles
I just got done de-winterizing today. Rig was...

I just got done de-winterizing today. Rig was bone dry. I also have an inline water meter.
Flushed the water heater with a Camco rinse wand. Cleaned and put the anode rod in.
I had to sanitize...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-07-2024, 06:07 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,909
Posted By Daryles
We carry a 50A extension cord. It has come in...

We carry a 50A extension cord. It has come in useful over the years. It would reach the front of your truck bed.
We carry our generators on a rear hitch carrier. We use a parallel kit and and a 10'...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 04-05-2024, 05:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 835
Posted By Daryles
Try cleaning the contacts on the 7 way cable AND...

Try cleaning the contacts on the 7 way cable AND the receptacle in the truck bed.
We had intermittent messages "Connected", "Disconnected".
I used # 200 sand paper and "Deoxit" contact cleaner....
Forum: Navigation 04-05-2024, 06:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 475
Posted By Daryles
We always keep an eye on the weather a few days...

We always keep an eye on the weather a few days out when traveling (even camping, because we are usually touring/hiking).
There us an App called Windy that is very useful.
IF you absolutely have...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 04-04-2024, 05:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 554
Posted By Daryles
I Used a razer sharp utility knife. Remove the...

I Used a razer sharp utility knife.
Remove the circuit breaker panel (CBP).
From the front, angle the knife behind the vertical board and cut from top to bottom so the cut is hidden. You have to...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 04-04-2024, 07:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 554
Posted By Daryles
Automatic Transfer Switch install

Automatic Transfer Switch install.
We boondock (dry camp) frequently using generators and Solar (800w) with a 3000w inverter powered by a 554Ah lithium battery bank. We did NOT have an Automatic...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-03-2024, 07:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 647
Posted By Daryles
I would take the cover off and inspect the coils...

I would take the cover off and inspect the coils and squirrel cage fan. Clean them. Oil the fan motor axle bearings at both sides.
Lots of YouTube videos to guide you.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-31-2024, 06:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 611
Posted By Daryles
FYI, the "Charge Wizard" light blinks even with...

FYI, the "Charge Wizard" light blinks even with the converter circuit breaker off. I'm guessing it gets 12vdc power from either direction (from the converter or the battery).
Forum: Maintenance 03-31-2024, 06:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,346
Posted By Daryles
Our TPMS alerted us to a brake failure. That...

Our TPMS alerted us to a brake failure. That tire was hotter than the others prompting me to investigate and discover the problem.
I'm hoping if we have a bearing failure the TPMS will indicate...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-29-2024, 07:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,269
Posted By Daryles
Regarding propane regulator pressure. Does...

Regarding propane regulator pressure.
Does your water heater work in Propane mode?
It is also a high Propane demand device just like your furnace. If it works with the cooktop and oven on AND the...
Forum: Repairs & Service 03-29-2024, 07:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 567
Posted By Daryles
Here's a link to a previous thread on this topic....

Here's a link to a previous thread on this topic.
There are links to supply sources.

https://www.montanaowners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=89127&page=2
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-26-2024, 09:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 690
Posted By Daryles
We have a Norcold fridge. I discovered the...

We have a Norcold fridge. I discovered the cooling fans in the back were not working. Figured out the thermostat disk on the first cooling fin was not working.
I bought a Digital temperature...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 03-26-2024, 09:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 816
Posted By Daryles
2016 F350 dually 86,000 miles. Last year had...

2016 F350 dually 86,000 miles.
Last year had to change the the torque converter in the transmission. $4,000.
We were told if you tow a lot you should change transmission fluid at half the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-24-2024, 07:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 953
Posted By Daryles
Yes, first trip out I would go to a full hook up...

Yes, first trip out I would go to a full hook up site and dewinterize. You will have water to flush the pipes and sanitize (look it up) the freshwater tank and system. Let it sit overnight then flush...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-21-2024, 02:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 946
Posted By Daryles
It is a sealed unit, however, I have read of...

It is a sealed unit, however, I have read of someone with AC experience putting a saddle Tap on the pipe and successfully recharging the system.
Forum: Navigation 03-19-2024, 04:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 491
Posted By Daryles
We made that trip a few years ago. Stayed at...

We made that trip a few years ago.
Stayed at Ponderosa in Cody. It was tight!!
So much to see here.
Took 120 from Cody to Thermopolis.
There are petroglyphs on the way to Thermopolis. It's a...
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