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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 02-11-2022, 09:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,211
Posted By Oldsoldier
He didn’t seal the plywood edges, and screwed the...

He didn’t seal the plywood edges, and screwed the plywood into water damaged side walls.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 02-11-2022, 09:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,211
Posted By Oldsoldier
Epoxy repairs to wood [and other stuff]

Anyone who hasn’t heard of this never restored a vintage camper. I also buy epoxy by the gallon as well as fiberglass mat as needed. I’m currently restoring a 1946 Spartan Manor, so wood...
Forum: Campgrounds State, Provincial & Federal 12-26-2019, 06:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,533
Posted By Oldsoldier
Military campgrounds

Essentially, military campgrounds are for Active, Reserve/National Guard, and retirees. Gets a bit sticky from there. Not all accept the same groups: some also accept Civil Service employees;...
Forum: Campgrounds State, Provincial & Federal 12-04-2019, 11:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,533
Posted By Oldsoldier
While there, recommend you go to Valley of Fire...

While there, recommend you go to Valley of Fire State Park, about 45 minutes North of Las Vegas. Stayed there a few times and always enjoy it. Very impressive solar energy R&D facility near the...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 09-01-2017, 11:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,287
Posted By Oldsoldier
There will be a circuit breaker just for the...

There will be a circuit breaker just for the Converter with all the other breakers in your power distribution panel.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 08-22-2017, 11:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,287
Posted By Oldsoldier
Batteries charge from converters

I assume you have a modern, 5th wheel Keystone Montans since you are on this site. I'm new to MNontana, but owned a Keystone Cougar plus other brands for years. You should have a Converter, not an...
Forum: 2017 Annual North American Fall Rally 07-12-2017, 06:28 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 26,439
Posted By Oldsoldier
How do I register and add photo? Seems there was...

How do I register and add photo? Seems there was a problem and I'm not.
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 07-05-2017, 07:06 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,914
Posted By Oldsoldier
Correctamundo! 2017 doesn't allow it despite...

Correctamundo! 2017 doesn't allow it despite being bluetooth and all. According to what I read, you can use most on nonmettalic valve stems, but metal is better. Crappola: with the standard...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-05-2017, 07:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,687
Posted By Oldsoldier
In case you didn't know, there are probes you can...

In case you didn't know, there are probes you can install without drilling into tanks or other drastic measures. They reportedly work much better than builders install. They are taped onto the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-05-2017, 06:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,687
Posted By Oldsoldier
Aa we daid in the Army: "poop happens and then...

Aa we daid in the Army: "poop happens and then you die!" (Didn't say "poop" but must be polite). Nothing mechanical or electrical works all the time. Just saying!
Forum: Additions & Improvements 07-04-2017, 08:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,780
Posted By Oldsoldier
After doing a restoration on our canned ham:...

After doing a restoration on our canned ham: butyl! Vintage Trailer Supply has some other silicone I haven't used yet, but you dan't ever go wrong with butyl. That stuff sticks to air!
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 07-04-2017, 08:43 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,914
Posted By Oldsoldier
Anyone know about the Ford TPMS? Installed...

Anyone know about the Ford TPMS? Installed inside tires. Displays info on the truck's 8" screen, so no separate monitor. I see some just screw onto the tire, but unsure about that.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-04-2017, 08:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,687
Posted By Oldsoldier
Showing empty is not abnormal. But yes, showing...

Showing empty is not abnormal. But yes, showing full is most normal. Those poop gremlins can do some strange things! I have had empty readings even when you can see the level at the top (mostly...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-04-2017, 08:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,687
Posted By Oldsoldier
Type of probes plus poopy buildup! But you are...

Type of probes plus poopy buildup! But you are spot on. Gauges never work for long. Even if you follow good procedures and backflush.
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-04-2017, 08:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,524
Posted By Oldsoldier
Florissant? We are in Ozark. Howdy, fellow...

Florissant? We are in Ozark. Howdy, fellow Zarkian!
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-04-2017, 08:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,524
Posted By Oldsoldier
Although we don't full-time, we travel around th...

Although we don't full-time, we travel around th country a lot, especially in the winter. As retired military (retired military.....never, ever a civilian ��), we stay at military campgrounds...
Forum: Repairs & Service 06-22-2017, 10:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,392
Posted By Oldsoldier
For something that isn't supposed to be...

For something that isn't supposed to be political, you went there. 1. Reagan was NOT the great Ptesident you purport. He brought to us "Reaganomics " which placed us well and truly into a major...
Forum: Repairs & Service 06-22-2017, 08:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,392
Posted By Oldsoldier
Agreed on parts of your reply. Japanese (now...

Agreed on parts of your reply. Japanese (now many other companies, as well) did impact quality here. And like the other guy said, they brought higher gas mileages needed when we only built gas...
Forum: Repairs & Service 06-21-2017, 08:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,392
Posted By Oldsoldier
You have a knack for understatement! They...

You have a knack for understatement! They barely built them. We restorer idiots find far too many nightmares diring demolition. Plus the charlatans/cruds who prey on them. One bolt holding the...
Forum: Repairs & Service 06-20-2017, 07:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,392
Posted By Oldsoldier
Addendum

We are restoring a 1964 16' Fireball Meteor canned ham camper. My "Summer project" (in its third year) proves that no matter our problems today, we have it great compared to "back in the good old...
Forum: Repairs & Service 06-20-2017, 06:57 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,392
Posted By Oldsoldier
We've all been there

Hope Montanas are OK and don't regret buying one. But buck up!! You don't own a KZ! We had one that went to the dealer every time we went camping...in fact, we stopped by the dealer on the way...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 06-19-2017, 06:21 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 24,579
Posted By Oldsoldier
For those who go "camping" to only resort CGs,...

For those who go "camping" to only resort CGs, 4x4 isn't a hige priority and does impact towability adversely. But that capability for those of us who go to real camping spots is a must! (Let's...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 06-17-2017, 10:24 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 24,579
Posted By Oldsoldier
I ordered our 2017 Lariat with the Ford prep kit....

I ordered our 2017 Lariat with the Ford prep kit. It is an order only item. Although might come in a "package". Handles fifth wheels and goosenecks. Picked it up Oct 2016 so it was available...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 06-17-2017, 10:17 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 24,579
Posted By Oldsoldier
What hitch to buy?

First fiver, so in learning mode. Camping Workd wants to sell me a 16K Reece Titan manual hitch, but I think it's a bad idea. Saw two trucks this winter with damages to truck from fiver they blame...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 06-17-2017, 10:11 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 24,579
Posted By Oldsoldier
GM will be reminded of those ads. Guess what the...

GM will be reminded of those ads. Guess what the next generation GMs have....aluminum. All brands will/have moved that way to reduce weight and improve mileage. Don't forget that we ain't talking...
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