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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-20-2023, 07:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,396
Posted By bheckie123
That's a great idea....will be buying a couple of...

That's a great idea....will be buying a couple of these! I love the fact that they are USB rechargeable so I'm not installing $4 worth of batteries every couple of weeks!
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-06-2023, 07:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,396
Posted By bheckie123
Need more light in hallway!!

In our 3950BR it is VERY DARK when you enter at night...I would like to add a small light somewhere in the hallway that either always stays on, or would detect motion. Has anyone added a light in the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-15-2022, 05:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,546
Posted By bheckie123
Hey Clark! I understand your situation as I've...

Hey Clark! I understand your situation as I've had problems getting warranty work done in the past too. But I can take my Chevy Truck to ANY Chevy dealer and get excellent warranty work done....
Forum: Maintenance 03-16-2022, 06:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,005
Posted By bheckie123
Dicor Lap Sealant

I have used Dicor lap sealant products on my roof and it works well. It will work on both EPDM rubber and TPO sheet roofs. Self-leveling or "regular" caulk in standard caulk-gun tubes. They also make...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-01-2021, 06:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,763
Posted By bheckie123
I'm sure you'll notice a difference...it did for...

I'm sure you'll notice a difference...it did for me. Hope it helps!
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-30-2021, 01:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,763
Posted By bheckie123
Just Took My Air Vents Out Entirely

In my 2018 3950BR 5-ver I took all my ceiling air vents off to increase A/C flow. It helped a lot. And nobody yet has come to visit and said "OMG where are your ceiling air vents?" haha. Just be...
Forum: Sitting around the Campfire 03-04-2020, 09:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,286
Posted By bheckie123
I dropped Good Sam's when they raised pricing...

I dropped Good Sam's when they raised pricing last year....now have AAA Roadside Assistance (RV plan included) for $85/year. Haven't used their service yet, but hopefully I won't have any problems...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-04-2020, 09:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,174
Posted By bheckie123
Replace Annode Rod Yearly

We are winter Texans and the water down here has lots of minerals/calcium in it. Even though I use a water softener system, my anode rod needs to be replaced every November when I return to Texas. I...
Forum: Full Timing in your Montana 02-07-2020, 07:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,179
Posted By bheckie123
Turn on hot water in morning when needed

I agree with Speedster100....no need to leave the hot water heater on all the time. It gets expensive, so we turn it on in the morning (electric only) and off again after showering. The water is...
Forum: Repairs & Service 02-01-2020, 06:06 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 20,222
Posted By bheckie123
Leather Furniture Also Peeling

All the "leather" furniture in our 2-yr old 2018 Montana 3950BR is peeling bad in some areas. I thought when I bought this RV that I was purchasing a "premium brand"....but not the case. Cheap...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-28-2019, 02:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,012
Posted By bheckie123
This is also what we do when traveling and need...

This is also what we do when traveling and need power...safe and less trouble. I use a hardened chain and padlock to secure the generator to one of my 5th-wheel hitch legs. Keeps honest people honest...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 08-28-2019, 01:57 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,370
Posted By bheckie123
I've learned that at 63mph I get the best...

I've learned that at 63mph I get the best mileage, haven't had tire issues, feel safer if I need to stop suddenly. And I can also enjoy the scenery too. But just my opinion!
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-30-2019, 05:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,824
Posted By bheckie123
Our fan runs almost all the time, especially when...

Our fan runs almost all the time, especially when it's hot and full sun outside. Our Montana is situated on our site east-to-west so the kitchen slide with the frig is on the south side and sees full...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 02-22-2019, 12:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,824
Posted By bheckie123
My brand new 2018 3950BR had issues with that...

My brand new 2018 3950BR had issues with that refrig flap...dealer fixed it under warranty. I think it's a fairly common problem with those double-door Norcold frig. And even though the flap got...
Forum: Long Timers 10-02-2018, 07:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,580
Posted By bheckie123
Southern Texas is Nice!!

We "winter up" near Harlingen, TX for six months every year. Nice area. Safe. Affordable. Decent airport. Close to South Padre Island. We highly recommend this area and there are plenty of RV parks...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 09-10-2018, 12:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,091
Posted By bheckie123
I would suggest a trifold bed cover

I also have the Extang "Trifecta" trifold truck bed cover....works great. Fold it up to 1/3 when towing, and store my wood and gen under it. A little bit of work to take it off the truck (2 wing...
Forum: Polls 07-07-2017, 07:25 AM
Replies: 187
Views: 54,533
Posted By bheckie123
No washer/dryer for us. Cost of washer/dryer...

No washer/dryer for us. Cost of washer/dryer combo, plus occasional maintenance, is much more than our $3/week laundry cost at RV park. Plus we have the extra space!!
Forum: Additions & Improvements 05-30-2017, 11:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,990
Posted By bheckie123
Update!! I purchased and used the Flojet...

Update!! I purchased and used the Flojet Macerator this weekend for the first time. Emptied my 1/2-full black tank in about 2 minutes. Very happy with the results! I used a 100ft. length of...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 05-09-2017, 11:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,990
Posted By bheckie123
Bought a Flojet Macerator

I have read many good things about the Flojet Macerator so I'm going to give it a try. I will be pumping about 75' with a 3/4" heavy-duty contractors hose, and on a level surface, so it should work...
Forum: Repairs & Service 05-05-2017, 10:16 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 18,026
Posted By bheckie123
We just spent a few days in our new 2018 Montana...

We just spent a few days in our new 2018 Montana 3950BR...no issues whatsoever. Everything worked. No obvious quality issues that I could find.
My dealer did a good "detailed" set-up and inspection...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 05-05-2017, 08:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,990
Posted By bheckie123
Maccerator???

looking for advise on using maccerators...pros and cons?? I park 5 months in a park without full hook-up so I have to use the "blue thing". But I would be within 100 yards of the dump station so...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-14-2016, 08:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,076
Posted By bheckie123
It doesn't make sense that both lights would have...

It doesn't make sense that both lights would have bad push-button switches at the same time. And I never had previous issues. I am on 50-amp service so lights should be working whether AC or DC...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-04-2016, 02:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,076
Posted By bheckie123
Lights on Bedroom Slide

Recently my two lights above the headboard on the bedroom slide don't work. I checked fuses which are all OK. All other lights in the bedroom work. Is there a cable under the bed that might have come...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 02-09-2016, 01:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,613
Posted By bheckie123
Thanks everyone for your reply and the great...

Thanks everyone for your reply and the great suggestions. I think I'll go ahead and attempt this install, and will purchase some 3M double-sided tape to help secure the lights.
Forum: Additions & Improvements 02-08-2016, 07:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,613
Posted By bheckie123
LED Awning Light Strips

I'm thinking about adding an LED multi-colored light strip under my awning. I plan on wiring directly to the 12V inside my porch light. I had a rope light hanging from the awning tube but I have to...
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