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Forum: Campgrounds 10-30-2023, 10:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,222
Posted By kingdaddy
RV park recommendation near Prescott, AZ?

As the title says, looking for recommendations for a nice place to stay while visiting friends nearby in Prescott.
Probably sometime in early spring...March, April? Thanks for any advice...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 01-29-2023, 03:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,223
Posted By kingdaddy
Yes, that is one downside (minor) to the...

Yes, that is one downside (minor) to the Goosebox...it REALLY helps to have a spotter/assistant to hitch up! :lol:
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 01-24-2023, 11:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,223
Posted By kingdaddy
Before you pull the trigger on a hitch, I would...

Before you pull the trigger on a hitch, I would strongly urge you to take a look at the Reese Goosebox. :)
Of course, you also need to get the gooseneck ball setup...my truck (see sig) came with the...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 12-22-2022, 02:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,092
Posted By kingdaddy
Here's a great deal on this unit on Amazon:...

Here's a great deal on this unit on Amazon:...
Forum: New Member Introductions 12-22-2022, 01:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,745
Posted By kingdaddy
One problem (other than current limit of 18 amps...

One problem (other than current limit of 18 amps and price) is the ease with which this expensive device might "disappear". Sadly, the world we live in...if people will steal your bikes or generator...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 12-20-2022, 01:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,241
Posted By kingdaddy
Sumo Springs (and Timbrens) are both good choices...

Sumo Springs (and Timbrens) are both good choices for what they are intended to do, but certainly do NOT perform the same function as shock absorbers!

I have been happy with the shocks I...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-09-2022, 10:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,511
Posted By kingdaddy
It would be nice to know how the drain systems...

It would be nice to know how the drain systems work (i.e. how they are plumbed) on the different years and models of our rigs.
It would help know how to manage the filling of the various tanks while...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-08-2022, 10:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,524
Posted By kingdaddy
Yeah, the geniuses at Keystone decided it wasn't...

Yeah, the geniuses at Keystone decided it wasn't worth the extra effort to point out (and clearly mark) the location of the SECOND gray tank and handle... thanks guys!
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-08-2022, 10:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,511
Posted By kingdaddy
Thanks for posting the photos Tom...interesting...

Thanks for posting the photos Tom...interesting that your handle hangs down like that!
Not sure how many of the Montana models have the second grey tank with the semi hidden valve handle? Just...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-27-2022, 01:53 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,949
Posted By kingdaddy
i’m pretty sure my trailer has the 7000 pound...

i’m pretty sure my trailer has the 7000 pound axles which are half inch studs, so then 110 to 120 pounds of torque?
I’m at the Big O tire store now getting the tires swapped out and that’s what I...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-23-2022, 02:10 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,949
Posted By kingdaddy
I actually got my issue "kicked upstairs" to this...

I actually got my issue "kicked upstairs" to this guy who called the local Big O dealer to help me get it taken care of.
He sent me an email as a follow up. You could contact him if you hit more...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-02-2022, 02:25 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,949
Posted By kingdaddy
The guy from TBC (in my previous post) called the...

The guy from TBC (in my previous post) called the owner of the Big O nearest me and we worked out the details.

Gotta go in on Sunday when the shops next to them are closed so I can put my rig in...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-02-2022, 01:28 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,949
Posted By kingdaddy
I feel your pain brother... I finally made...

I feel your pain brother...
I finally made arrangements with a semi local (15 miles away) Big O store that can just barely handle my Montana...IF I come in on a Sunday so they have room.
Not sure...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 01-12-2022, 12:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,854
Posted By kingdaddy
Still trying to get my Sailuns replaced under the...

Still trying to get my Sailuns replaced under the recall...:facepalm:

I ran the GY G614s for years (around 20k miles) with no issues at all, but went with the 235/85 16 Sailuns this time around.
...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 01-12-2022, 10:51 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,949
Posted By kingdaddy
Just got off the phone with my semi-local Big O...

Just got off the phone with my semi-local Big O store.
NOT a happy experience...after being told last week by someone who identified themselves as the "manager" and being told by him that he could...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 12-30-2021, 04:48 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 18,840
Posted By kingdaddy
Lots of opinions...not sure about an actual...

Lots of opinions...not sure about an actual consensus though.
Goodyear G614s were highly regarded and often used up until the last year or so (and many still like them). I ran them for about 3 years...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 12-29-2021, 11:21 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,949
Posted By kingdaddy
I spoke with the TBC person regarding replacing...

I spoke with the TBC person regarding replacing my tires yesterday and she did not say anything about having to replace the tires with another brand...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 12-29-2021, 10:55 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 18,840
Posted By kingdaddy
Recall update

Got a call from a very nice lady at TBC yesterday and gave her my info regarding the tires etc.

She really preferred to handle the replacement at either a Les Schwab or at a Big O tire store for...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 12-21-2021, 01:55 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 18,840
Posted By kingdaddy
Latest update...as of this morning, called Sailun...

Latest update...as of this morning, called Sailun and was immediately given the number to call TBC (not TBS) and got a recording that they will call me back with the information on where to get the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-29-2021, 10:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,172
Posted By kingdaddy
To answer your questions...yes, and yes. The one...

To answer your questions...yes, and yes. The one area I did NOT lube (see above post) was the pivot pin at the nose of the Goosebox. Never occurred to me to do that, but that was the source of the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-29-2021, 10:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,172
Posted By kingdaddy
Thumbs up Update and good news on the pinbox noise!

So I had a mobile RV guy that the place we're staying in (Twin Rivers RV Park in Roseburg, OR) recommended very highly.
We worked together on diagnosing the sound and looking for problems with the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-24-2021, 09:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,172
Posted By kingdaddy
So you had to remove the vinyl trim and the metal...

So you had to remove the vinyl trim and the metal trim to allow the Filon to drop down. On mine there are a number of screws into the bottom of the overhang (bedroom floor) that also support the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-24-2021, 10:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,172
Posted By kingdaddy
Looked inside the front storage, battery area,...

Looked inside the front storage, battery area, both propane compartments, basement and as much as I can see around the pinbox and frame mount "wings".
No signs of any cracking anywhere, the trim...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-24-2021, 08:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,172
Posted By kingdaddy
I was thinking along those lines, thanks for the...

I was thinking along those lines, thanks for the feedback. I'm very thankful I made it safely to the RV park where I am currently in Oregon!
I was already planning on being here for 5-6 days...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-24-2021, 12:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,172
Posted By kingdaddy
Thumbs down Noise from pin box area while towing?

Just noticed a noise coming from the pin box area while towing today that I've never heard before! Kind of a creaking, groaning type sound when going over even slightly rough sections of roads. Could...
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