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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-08-2018, 04:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,167
Posted By sapest
We were never impressed with RPI. YMMV AFAIK TT...

We were never impressed with RPI. YMMV
AFAIK TT has a 'no turn away' policy everywhere except Vegas. If you show up (with membership) at a TT park without reservation, they will find you a spot. It...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-08-2018, 03:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,167
Posted By sapest
We are current members. Yes, many parks are...

We are current members.
Yes, many parks are showing their age. That doesnt make them unpleasant. Some have facilities and activities that are worthwhile, like Palm Springs, and some are just a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-18-2018, 04:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,290
Posted By sapest
With all your gear on board go weight each...

With all your gear on board go weight each trailer axle at a public scale.

How close is the weight each axle is supporting?
If more than 10/15% difference, maybe you are nose high.
Check your...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-18-2018, 04:20 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,001
Posted By sapest
B-con There is nothing wrong with slow and...

B-con
There is nothing wrong with slow and careful when dealing with 5th wheels and or lots of $$! No need to apologize.
I hope Hensley has what you need. Its a great hitch.

-Steve
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-18-2018, 12:09 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,001
Posted By sapest
My hitch is mounted on rails. I was trying to be...

My hitch is mounted on rails. I was trying to be very specific in my description, because neither the rails nor the truck bed floor are flat. So when I said "bottom of the bed hitch rail", I mean I...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-17-2018, 08:45 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,001
Posted By sapest
A-Fez If you are asking me, we have a long box....

A-Fez
If you are asking me, we have a long box.

-Steve
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-15-2018, 03:43 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,001
Posted By sapest
Bottom of bed hitch rail to top of hitch head...

Bottom of bed hitch rail to top of hitch head pivot (where the zerk fitting is) is 17.5".
Top of hitch head pivot to truck side rail is about 3.5".

There is some bracing (steel) material that is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-02-2018, 04:09 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,001
Posted By sapest
The min operating height is 1", and there is a...

The min operating height is 1", and there is a sight line on the hitch body that you can view to be sure you are above that when aired up. We have never needed to add bed rail clearance when getting...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-02-2018, 08:45 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,001
Posted By sapest
What benefit does the air pump provide compared...

What benefit does the air pump provide compared to airing it up at the start of the trip? Do you adjust it for road conditions, or weather, or just fine tune the ride?

Its just about convenience....
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-01-2018, 07:51 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,001
Posted By sapest
Baldicon Hensley resells an Air-Lift kit, ...

Baldicon
Hensley resells an Air-Lift kit,
Its on the Trailersaver web site -
https://www.trailersaver.com/parts-and-accessories/

We tow a heavy '08 3400RL, as we are full timers.
The trailer...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-01-2018, 12:13 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,001
Posted By sapest
'Back to original programming' You will not...

'Back to original programming'

You will not regret the BD3, we have been living with one for 7 yrs and maybe 100,000 towing miles.
With M/R pin we never feel anything, no matter what the road...
Forum: It's a Dirty Job but Someone has to do it! 03-08-2017, 05:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,386
Posted By sapest
+1 Awning cleaner (actually everything cleaner)...

+1
Awning cleaner (actually everything cleaner) = Spray 9
You will get wet!
-Steve
Forum: Campgrounds State, Provincial & Federal 12-10-2016, 07:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,096
Posted By sapest
Canada's National Park Pass - Free

Planning to travel in a Canadian National Park in 2017?
Free passes are available here
https://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/voyage-travel/admission.aspx

-Steve
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 11-13-2016, 04:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,060
Posted By sapest
Pressure Pro, truck and trailer. Great product,...

Pressure Pro, truck and trailer.
Great product, excellent customer service.

-Steve
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 10-23-2016, 01:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,212
Posted By sapest
Does your rig have slides outs, and are there...

Does your rig have slides outs, and are there junction boxes on the outside of the unit below the side out? If so, open them and see if you have water and/or corrosion inside?
-Steve
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 10-22-2016, 07:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,564
Posted By sapest
Has it ever worked? Most?all? water heaters...

Has it ever worked?
Most?all? water heaters have a switch on the heater itself, is this on? Is there a switch inside the rig, is it on? Check the fuse panel too.
-Steve
Forum: Full Timing in your Montana 10-21-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,389
Posted By sapest
Ron Cover Me from Manulife is one such...

Ron
Cover Me from Manulife is one such insurance product you might look at for extended travel within Canada and outside your home province. Dont forget that you may have to re-establish residency...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 09-10-2016, 05:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,332
Posted By sapest
Just replaced my 6 yr old G-614's. One of 4...

Just replaced my 6 yr old G-614's.
One of 4 would not balance on 2 very expensive lug centric balancers. The second time at a Goodyear shop. It was replaced on the spot, no question, no discussions....
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 09-08-2016, 09:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,512
Posted By sapest
https://www.fuelexpert.co.za/2-stroke-oil-in-diesel...

https://www.fuelexpert.co.za/2-stroke-oil-in-diesel-technical-study.php
"Surprisingly ineffective" & injector fouling as a bonus.
-Steve
Forum: Additions & Improvements 08-24-2016, 04:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,671
Posted By sapest
We full time in an '06 3400. Best interior...

We full time in an '06 3400.
Best interior mods-
New carpet and other flooring
Remove vinyl trim from walls
Remove window trim and shades - replace with real blinds
Re & re furniture with (much...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 07-31-2016, 08:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,257
Posted By sapest
^^^^ Transfer Flow replacement tank. Make sure...

^^^^
Transfer Flow replacement tank. Make sure the installer (re)calibrates your fuel gauge sender.
Now I KNOW that 'E' means I have 6 US gal of fuel left.
-Steve
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 07-30-2016, 01:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,600
Posted By sapest
Not to hijack a Michelin thread, but jcurtis934,...

Not to hijack a Michelin thread, but jcurtis934, I am getting just over 60k miles from Toyo Open Country Tuff Duty's on my Chev 3500.
They like to be rotated regularly. About to buy another set....
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 07-28-2016, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,362
Posted By sapest
Tire Math - Inflation vs axle ratings

Tire gurus -
I have a 2008 3500 dually. Frt GAWR = 4860lbs, 2430/ tire. RR GAWR = 8200 lbs, 2050/tire. The inflation sticker says 66lbs for the fronts, 60 for the rr.

I am running Toyo Open...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 07-22-2016, 12:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,907
Posted By sapest
Buy G614 today on Amazon for $313. A couple of...

Buy G614 today on Amazon for $313. A couple of weeks ago for $308. Free shipping.
Buy what works for you and lets you sleep well. Name an RV item that is 'fair priced' - fridges perhaps?
A G614 is...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-20-2016, 07:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,989
Posted By sapest
2006 3400rl The only noise we hear is the truck...

2006 3400rl
The only noise we hear is the truck settling on the springs as it takes the trailer weight.
Maybe a little noise from the Trailersaver hitch head springs.

-Steve
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