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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-20-2010, 01:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,507
Posted By Tinka N Rick
We had a loud popping/cracking sound that made us...

We had a loud popping/cracking sound that made us think that the rig was ready do break in half. It turns out that the entertainment system (DVD/Surround Sound) was building up static electricity...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-08-2009, 05:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,409
Posted By Tinka N Rick
About 18 months ago we replaced our tires with...

About 18 months ago we replaced our tires with Hancook 750 R 16, G rated tires. We're extremely happy with the way they handle with 100 PSI. Also, they are quite affordable. About $135.00 ea....
Forum: On the Road Again 02-04-2009, 07:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 669
Posted By Tinka N Rick
I would strongly recommend going to a "G" rated...

I would strongly recommend going to a "G" rated tire.
We switched to Hancook 750R16 tires running 100 PSI. ($139.00 ea.)
After 18 months, and no problems, I would highly recommend them. Also,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-04-2009, 07:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,228
Posted By Tinka N Rick
We had a bubble in one of our OEM tires about a...

We had a bubble in one of our OEM tires about a year ago. From prior experience, I knew that this would not be an isolated incident and problems with the other tires wasn't far behind. We elected...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-20-2009, 03:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,340
Posted By Tinka N Rick
This is not the easiest repair to make on a...

This is not the easiest repair to make on a 3500RL. We have our rear jack switches mounted on the basement wall and therefore couldn't remove it. We had to saw the wall in half with a dremmel tool...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 12-16-2008, 10:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,473
Posted By Tinka N Rick
We have two GFI's, one in the bathroom and...

We have two GFI's, one in the bathroom and another in the livingroom behind a door that handles the kitchen and outside recepticle.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 12-16-2008, 04:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 537
Posted By Tinka N Rick
No Water Pressure

We noticed that our water pressure was getting very low. I checked the park water and found that they had 50 PSI, so that wasn't the problem.
Also, when I turned the pump on, we had plenty of...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 12-08-2008, 01:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,198
Posted By Tinka N Rick
There are two thermal breakers in the battery...

There are two thermal breakers in the battery compartment, one of them supports the hydraulics for the slides. It is easy to find out which one by following the wires to the pump.
The breaker is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 07-25-2008, 06:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,065
Posted By Tinka N Rick
LonnieB's answer is correct the size is 7.50R16...

LonnieB's answer is correct the size is 7.50R16 that is comperable to the 235/85-16. These tires are used quite a bit on stock trailers. He may be correct on the quality choice, however, the the...
Forum: Campgrounds 07-19-2008, 06:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,086
Posted By Tinka N Rick
We've camped at Sands of Time RV in Avon....

We've camped at Sands of Time RV in Avon. https://www.sandsoftimecampground.com/
It is a passport America and the rate is $20.00.
57 Total RV sites (15 tent). Full hookups, water electric (20/30/50...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 07-19-2008, 06:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,065
Posted By Tinka N Rick
We were overweight and had a bulge on one of our...

We were overweight and had a bulge on one of our original tires. We went to a dealer and asked for the Goodyear G 614 tires. He suggested that we would be happier with the performance and price of...
Forum: Maintenance 07-19-2008, 05:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 676
Posted By Tinka N Rick
You can save a bunch of money and get a really...

You can save a bunch of money and get a really good tire by selecting the Hankook 750 R 16. They are a G rated tire that are reportedly superior to the Goodyear. Price is about $140 each. We run...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-10-2008, 06:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 632
Posted By Tinka N Rick
Pin Box

We just installed one of those really big levels near the top of our pin box. We noticed that, when driving, that there is some apparent vertical movement between the fiberglass and the level. Is...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-02-2008, 04:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 614
Posted By Tinka N Rick
On 30 AMP we make a practice of running only one...

On 30 AMP we make a practice of running only one AC and we don't run the washer/dryer at the same time. We don't want to take the chance of smoking any motors. The central AC unit will keep the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-02-2008, 04:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,438
Posted By Tinka N Rick
Many dealers (I did it myself) will replace the...

Many dealers (I did it myself) will replace the thermal breaker with a larger one, 50 - 60 AMP. It is quite simple and the breakers can be picked up from any automotive stereo installation facility....
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-02-2008, 04:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,329
Posted By Tinka N Rick
We had a 2-inch hitch and generator rack...

We had a 2-inch hitch and generator rack installed by EWS Welding in Granbury, TX. (817) 326-2473.
5th wheel hitches are all this guy does. He welded a frame to the I-beams, moved the rear jacks,...
Forum: Repairs & Service 02-05-2008, 06:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,386
Posted By Tinka N Rick
OK, thanks for all the help. By the way, Gorilla...

OK, thanks for all the help. By the way, Gorilla glue doesn't stick to the plastic. The two part epoxy seems to do it.

However, now I seem to have a power problem. It is very noticeable when...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 01-31-2008, 03:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,831
Posted By Tinka N Rick
We changed out the OEM tires with Hankook 750R16,...

We changed out the OEM tires with Hankook 750R16, 14 Ply rating tires. We went to a dealer that sells both the Goodyear and the Hankook and said that his customers prefer the Hankook. They are also...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-28-2008, 08:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,386
Posted By Tinka N Rick
Well, the repair lasted about 3 days. The ear...

Well, the repair lasted about 3 days. The ear containing the small plastic hinge pin was almost broken off. I repaired it with superglue. It worked fine until the door was slammed, then it broke...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-23-2008, 07:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,386
Posted By Tinka N Rick
Thanks everyone. I currently have the unit out...

Thanks everyone. I currently have the unit out and all but one screw. I have a torques head driver, but only one screw came out. I'm drilling the head off of the other one.
Ozz, the slide show...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-22-2008, 03:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,386
Posted By Tinka N Rick
Thanks for all the information. The knife...

Thanks for all the information. The knife solution doesn't work.
I guess I'll go about it the way Brad described. It'll have to wait till morning. I guess the steaks will be thawed out by then. ...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-22-2008, 01:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,386
Posted By Tinka N Rick
Apollo Door Latch - Help

I need help quickly. We just put food in our Apollo microwave and when shutting the door, the door latch broke.
Now the door won't open.
I need to know how to remove the door before the food...
Forum: Repairs & Service 03-11-2007, 04:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,719
Posted By Tinka N Rick
We have three of the wiring harness broken on our...

We have three of the wiring harness broken on our 2005 3500 RL.
I had thought of the hinge idea and was going to give it a try when we stop.
We had one of the harnesses "fixed" under warranty about...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 12-31-2006, 01:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,721
Posted By Tinka N Rick
I think that I may have figured this out. You're...

I think that I may have figured this out. You're not going to believe this, and it makes me feel a little stupid. We got the popping and snapping to quit by turning off the surround sound. ...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 12-30-2006, 04:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,721
Posted By Tinka N Rick
Thanks, I made sure that they were down properly,...

Thanks, I made sure that they were down properly, but, I'll give another turn a try.
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