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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 12-12-2022, 07:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,576
Posted By oeeman
same issue

I had the exact same problem and like you took mine out and set on the workbench and took it apart. Took me a while but after looking very closely I found some of the fins on the heating element...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-08-2022, 12:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,048
Posted By oeeman
I had a Duratain finsh put on mine that was...

I had a Duratain finsh put on mine that was guarantied for 5 years - lasted 10. made removing black streaks easy and kept finish very nice. I was pleased with the results. Not permanent but better...
Forum: Repairs & Service 12-08-2022, 12:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,906
Posted By oeeman
A rule of thumb I was taught by an electrician. ...

A rule of thumb I was taught by an electrician. If you have to reset a circuit breaker or replace a fuse - never do it more than three times without finding out what the problem is. We had some...
Forum: Repairs & Service 12-08-2022, 11:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,272
Posted By oeeman
A contractor once taught me a trick that might...

A contractor once taught me a trick that might work. shut the valve and then fill the tank as full as possible with clean water. Then open the valve just slightly - might have to play with the...
Forum: Trailers, Tow Vehicles & RV related items for Sale 11-15-2022, 06:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,176
Posted By oeeman
wheels are gone

Unfortunately all three are gone.

Kevin Stewart
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 09-01-2022, 11:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,678
Posted By oeeman
Ps - paid about $200 for mine . Auto position...

Ps - paid about $200 for mine . Auto position costs $, and I don’t use enough to warrant
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 09-01-2022, 10:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,678
Posted By oeeman
Portable dish

I have a dish - pictures attached that I get HD with through direct tv. Takes a little practice to set up but not bad after you’ve done it a few times. About 1 hr with no difficulties.

Unit...
Forum: Trailers, Tow Vehicles & RV related items for Sale 08-24-2022, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,176
Posted By oeeman
$75 per rim + shipping. I haven’t checked on how...

$75 per rim + shipping. I haven’t checked on how and the cost. Will accept counter offer.

As luck would have it I just started a 2 week vacation so can’t ship till return on the 8th of September.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-15-2022, 07:45 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,745
Posted By oeeman
couple of differences

My Montana 3400RL had the mooreryde suspension on it. couple of things - make sure you check the rubber at least yearly. I sent pictures to Moreryde which showed splits in the rubber and they said...
Forum: Trailers, Tow Vehicles & RV related items for Sale 05-07-2022, 10:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,176
Posted By oeeman
Three 16 inch 2012 rims for sale

I lost one rim on my trailer and bought new ones. I now have three old rims from a 2012 3400 RL Montana. All in good shape.

Can't get anymore so someone may want to get a spare

Aluminum
110...
Forum: What I'd like to say if... 01-02-2022, 05:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,490
Posted By oeeman
Hollywood

Hollywood has an ebike rack rated for use on 5th wheels most aren’t rated for trailers. Suitable for two 80 lb bikes. Highest rating I found for our rad bikes. 2 inch receiver only.
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 12-14-2021, 07:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,353
Posted By oeeman
I just realized that I mispoke in my original...

I just realized that I mispoke in my original post, my apologies. I am not running the fridge on the inverter. Just the normal trailer circuit and the CONVERTER is what is showing the reduced...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 12-13-2021, 08:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,353
Posted By oeeman
when I bought the truck, I had no charging and...

when I bought the truck, I had no charging and traced it down to the fuse blown. I replaced that and haven't had any trouble since. It is not a residential fridge but the one that came with the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 12-13-2021, 09:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,353
Posted By oeeman
Smile Charging circuit on Silverado 2500 HD

Merry Christmas to all!

I have a 2007 SILVERADO 2500 HD. I'm pulling a 2012 3400 RL. I start my trips with a fully charged battery, the battery switch on, a fuse in the truck charging system and...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-13-2021, 08:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,531
Posted By oeeman
sounds similar to what happened to me. same...

sounds similar to what happened to me. same symptoms, just didn't seem right when stopping. When the pulled the drums off the pads were gone and the drums were scored. they were forward adjusting...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-29-2021, 09:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,842
Posted By oeeman
Great Idea

I have been reading this letter for quite a while and have picked up a lot of great tips, ideas, and other items like "I really should check to see if I can change a tire with my Anderson wedges...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 11-06-2021, 08:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,459
Posted By oeeman
Oeeman

Agree with all that was pass on. I put a 10 watt solar charger on the rooof angled for the low sun. It does a great job of keeping the battery topped off. I haven’t had to disconnect the negative...
Forum: Long Timers 03-07-2021, 01:20 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,021
Posted By oeeman
Just used an old phone and Alfred. Turns phone...

Just used an old phone and Alfred. Turns phone into a security camera for $0. If you don't have an old phone you can get one cheap.

Will alert you to motion and can set up multiple phones. If...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 03-07-2021, 01:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,462
Posted By oeeman
I use the same one as BB TX. light, easy and...

I use the same one as BB TX. light, easy and quick. As you know it will only prevent the quick grab. If someone wants your trailer - they will get it.

Kevin
Forum: Additions & Improvements 12-09-2020, 05:56 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,751
Posted By oeeman
I don’t have a leveling system. I use two...

I don’t have a leveling system. I use two Anderson wedge rocking levelers, they are great. Put the trailer where I want put blocks in front or back of both tires on one side and move trailer...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 09-13-2020, 11:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,352
Posted By oeeman
Are you driving with your potable tank partially...

Are you driving with your potable tank partially full? Sloshing can be an issue. I saw a video on a model set up that scared the crap out of me
Forum: Maintenance 08-06-2020, 08:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,378
Posted By oeeman
I have noticed the same thing with my trailer,...

I have noticed the same thing with my trailer, and recently the delay and run length got a little longer. The only thing I could put my finger on was the temperature. It was much hotter that usual....
Forum: Additions & Improvements 07-30-2020, 08:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,899
Posted By oeeman
Didn’t replace but did have a similar problem. ...

Didn’t replace but did have a similar problem. Used WD 40 on the linkage and problem went away. There was too much friction to let ball come back. Found out didn’t need to remove toilet after I...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-26-2020, 07:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,028
Posted By oeeman
I cut some black foam board to match the profile...

I cut some black foam board to match the profile of the skylight frame. Then replaced the screws with some standoffs that rotate. I can put in or remove easily and it totally blocks the light
Forum: Maintenance 07-26-2020, 06:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,895
Posted By oeeman
The reason for a periodic run is to look for what...

The reason for a periodic run is to look for what is called “ hidden failures”. It is a well documented maintenance task that catches thing that no other test will. It is designed to insure that...
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