Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
01-17-2024, 06:07 AM
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Replies: 42
Views: 3,157
2006!
Got our 3475 in 2006-fresh off the factory floor. Lots of upgrades--vinyl plank flooring, repaired spring hangers, new microwave, televisions that weigh about 40 lbs less each and they are smart,...
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Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires
01-03-2024, 05:56 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,077
3 Years for us!
After towing since 2006--my tire schedule is 3 years between replacement. Works great for us. Also buy GOOD tires!
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
12-11-2023, 05:57 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 3,335
Second Battery
We learned about cold weather our 1st year when we were in Bryce NP in October of 2006. We arrived a day early for our reservation at the park. So, we were convinced to dry camp--new experience for...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
08-30-2023, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 930
Simple Suggestion
I always turn off the water to the RV if we leave for more than a day. I also disconnect my Black Tank flush after each dump. Never know when a plastic pipe will fail. Simple suggestions!
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Forum: Sitting around the Campfire
07-10-2023, 06:10 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,122
Thanks!
I was always sure the MOCers would keep me informed.
Thanks
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Forum: Sitting around the Campfire
07-09-2023, 05:57 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,122
What is that??
I am in Kerrville, Tx, at Buckhorn Lake RV Park for the beginning of our summer travels. I have noticed 2 RVs with a flat rectangular device like an antenna set up but no wires or cables. The...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
05-07-2023, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,596
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
03-23-2023, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,040
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
03-23-2023, 07:15 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,040
Vinyl Plank Flooring Scratches
We really like our vinyl plank flooring but have a scratch where the main slide out travels across it. Are there suggestions for staining it?
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Forum: Maintenance
02-02-2023, 05:46 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,326
How Long?
From my 17 years of RVing and travel. One hard lesson was that even when you buy the best tires, the time sitting in one place will eventually cause the tire to fail while towng! So, set a standard...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
02-02-2023, 05:36 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,308
Recommend that you read each of the manuals for...
Recommend that you read each of the manuals for all the STUFF in the RV--water heater, AC, microwave, refrig, etc. Then make a check list of each item with a column for when checks or maintenance is...
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Forum: Additions & Improvements
01-15-2023, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,077
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
01-12-2023, 06:26 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,852
We just bought 2 Lazy Boy recliners to replace...
We just bought 2 Lazy Boy recliners to replace our fabric covered sofa-sleeper. Delivery in April. While Monty is in the shop for maintenance, I will get the shop crew to remove the sofa--also...
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Forum: Additions & Improvements
01-09-2023, 02:34 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,077
Plan is to bring the RV to our home (about 7...
Plan is to bring the RV to our home (about 7 miles), hook up power so we can extend the slide outs, remove the sofa and install 2 recliners. According to Lazy Boy salesman, the delivery guys will do...
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Forum: Additions & Improvements
01-09-2023, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,077
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Forum: Additions & Improvements
01-09-2023, 11:22 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,077
Removing/Replacing Sofa
We have a 2006 3475 that we will remove and replace the sofa-sleeper with 2 recliners. Can the back of the sofa be removed for taking the sofa out of the RV? I plan on removing the mattress to...
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
10-06-2022, 05:55 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,863
I caught a break! My 15 VDC fuse panel has...
I caught a break! My 15 VDC fuse panel has labels -scribbled on the fuse marker strip. So in 2006 someone was marking the panels. I will keep my Monty knowing I have some working definition of the...
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
09-30-2022, 07:32 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,863
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
09-10-2022, 07:56 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,830
Us 550!
For the past 8 years we have stayed near Durango for the summer and taken a truck only trip from Durango north to Ouray on US 550. All the comments are true--suggest a truck only trip initially and...
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Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical
08-30-2022, 05:08 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 583
LED Replacements for 1076 and T10 Wedges
Looking for experiences in upgrading 12 VDC bulbs in the ceiling and light fixtures in my 2006 Monty. Looks like several choices are available--a type of wedge bulbs (T10) and another type for the...
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Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical
08-30-2022, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,892
Agree with Ron X2. I have been Rving about 16...
Agree with Ron X2. I have been Rving about 16 years-no boon docking, stay in FHU RV parks. So--I feel my cheapest and most reliable battery is the deep cycle Interstate. I replace them every 4-5...
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Forum: On the Road Again
08-25-2022, 08:22 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,199
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Forum: Repairs & Service
08-18-2022, 06:32 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 548
Thanks for Tip
Looks like the Baggage Door Holder Catch. I will contact Tweety tomorrow. Thanks for the help!
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Forum: Repairs & Service
08-18-2022, 06:15 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 548
The Latch???
The basement door latch on my 2006 Monty has finally failed. The small spring broke. Where is a good online source of this part? And what is it called??
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Forum: On the Road Again
07-28-2022, 06:13 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,236
Our Favorite Park
We stay at Blue Spruce RV Park that is near Lake Vallecito. Great location if you like to walk/hike, easy to get around the Lake, lots of tall trees, great staff. This will be our 8th year...
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