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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-24-2024, 12:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 340
Posted By ChuckS
Ive not had any cooling issues with my 1350RM...

Ive not had any cooling issues with my 1350RM fridge. It is stock.. 11th year of use.. mounted in a slide out.

Video from my YouTube channel... https://youtu.be/P-caUemL-Ig?si=2E9gDiI-lL40yYTM
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-24-2024, 08:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 759
Posted By ChuckS
Just measure across the limit switch ( with the...

Just measure across the limit switch ( with the two wires removed ) using multimeter set to ohms.. should read continuity .l if yes you are wasting money on new limit switch

This switch opens up...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-24-2024, 08:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 340
Posted By ChuckS
I would be checking to verify you have 12 vdc...

I would be checking to verify you have 12 vdc coming off that relay I’ve indicated with a red arrow.

12 Vdc is fed directly from the control panel incoming 12 vdc source over to that relay..
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 03-23-2024, 06:29 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,181
Posted By ChuckS
Airlift 5000s have been on my 2007 Duramax since...

Airlift 5000s have been on my 2007 Duramax since the day I bought the truck. On board compressor with analog gauge..

I have "never heard" of winterzing air lift 5000s.. I live in Idaho and the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-17-2024, 07:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 760
Posted By ChuckS
I operate my hydraulic slides when temps are...

I operate my hydraulic slides when temps are below freezing...and have for the last 10 years on my current unit.. The slides move a bit slower when cold due to fluid viscosity being thicker. BUT THEY...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-16-2024, 07:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 760
Posted By ChuckS
I wonder when the last time was you swapped out...

I wonder when the last time was you swapped out the fluid in the pump reservoir.. There are NO FILTERS in the hyd system so as time goes on and the cylinder rod seals wear, minute particles start to...
Forum: Maintenance 03-16-2024, 07:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,052
Posted By ChuckS
Since you are right there with the jacks and such...

Since you are right there with the jacks and such to replace the wet bolts replace the bushings as well.. I simply would not install new wet bolts without new bronze bushings... They will be shot..
...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-12-2024, 07:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,650
Posted By ChuckS
Read this letter.. it spells out hitch brands...

Read this letter.. it spells out hitch brands allowed and a date
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-05-2024, 07:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,035
Posted By ChuckS
AGMS are a nice upgrade for some because they...

AGMS are a nice upgrade for some because they require NO servicing.. I prefer GC2 batteries.. two of these outperform most any other and last many years.. Mine are currently 8 years old

Lithium is...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 02-23-2024, 07:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,030
Posted By ChuckS
My pic shows you there is a single red wire that...

My pic shows you there is a single red wire that plugs into the front fwd controller..

Measure at that red wire to ground .. if you have no 12 vdc there then the level up display will be dead
...
Forum: Repairs & Service 02-20-2024, 07:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,692
Posted By ChuckS
You will be much better off and much happier.....

You will be much better off and much happier.. IMO if you learn to take care of most of the issues yourself instead of going for warranty work all the time

My fifth wheel has been back to...
Forum: Maintenance 02-17-2024, 07:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 576
Posted By ChuckS
This link is for BalRV Accuslides of all types.....

This link is for BalRV Accuslides of all types.. the manuals and such that you need to have in your hands to do the task should be in this link...

https://balrvproducts.com/downloads/
Forum: Repairs & Service 02-16-2024, 07:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,092
Posted By ChuckS
Pictures of the issue would help others give you...

Pictures of the issue would help others give you better info...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 02-09-2024, 03:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 276
Posted By ChuckS
In Command NCSPHB Control Box Info

For some 2021 and newer Montana units the hydraulic slides are controlled via an interface with the BCM.. if this interface experiences excessive current draw the interface is prone to fail

A...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 02-08-2024, 08:01 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,271
Posted By ChuckS
Images from service manual for water too cold.. ...

Images from service manual for water too cold..

130 is highest temp setting either from dip switches or control panel if installed
Forum: Maintenance 01-31-2024, 06:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 599
Posted By ChuckS
I would use my multimeter and TS the two door...

I would use my multimeter and TS the two door switches in the light circuit and verify 12 vdc from control board at J2 to ground

Use schematic ..it’s a simple circuit
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 01-23-2024, 10:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,341
Posted By ChuckS
IF you hear a "Click" from the dual polarity...

IF you hear a "Click" from the dual polarity solenoid -- its mounted on the pump motor but no pump rotation then I would:
.. check for loose/corroded battery connections and battery voltage
.. If...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-15-2024, 06:08 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,477
Posted By ChuckS
This is a basic TS chart for your furnace... Use...

This is a basic TS chart for your furnace... Use the link and follow the TS chart... It will quickly help you figure out you issue if you have the ability to TS
...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-15-2024, 06:05 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,477
Posted By ChuckS
Education - the Part you referenced is for the...

Education - the Part you referenced is for the Suburban water heater...

Your Furnace for your year is most likely SF30 or SF35 made by Suburban..

Since the blower motor is not spinning up when...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 01-15-2024, 05:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 618
Posted By ChuckS
I removed all of those anti theft covers years...

I removed all of those anti theft covers years ago when I first started using TST507 system.. Running a new set of sensors with no anti theft covers...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-08-2024, 05:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,871
Posted By ChuckS
I would be curious if you have checked to see if...

I would be curious if you have checked to see if you have the latest firmware installed ?

Also .. you stated the remote temp sensor for that Zone was verified ok... Verified how?
** To verify the...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-07-2024, 06:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,871
Posted By ChuckS
The gateway for that Zone has a relay that is...

The gateway for that Zone has a relay that is intermittent ... If all the wires to the gateway are connected and no corrosion, etc on any of them then the gateway is of course the prime suspect.
...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 01-04-2024, 06:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,501
Posted By ChuckS
I run Five years... Some say 3, 2, 1... I have...

I run Five years... Some say 3, 2, 1... I have not had a flat or blow out in over 45 years of RVing..

It depends on the tire, how its cared for, covered when not towing to prevent UV damage, and...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 01-02-2024, 06:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,135
Posted By ChuckS
When you set a Temp Setpoint for the furnace be...

When you set a Temp Setpoint for the furnace be aware it only uses the remote temp sensor for Zone 1 to get actual room temp feed back... The location of the sensor will affect its accuracy ( which...
Forum: Repairs & Service 12-30-2023, 07:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,448
Posted By ChuckS
Id be prepared to replace the spring hangers on...

Id be prepared to replace the spring hangers on the rear as well.. Show the group a picture of the missing bolt and octogon plate area where bolt went through the slot on the hanger..

You will...
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