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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-28-2020, 05:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,224
Posted By Dhardy
I had the same problem. Use an iron on low heat...

I had the same problem. Use an iron on low heat the veneer has a heat activated adhesive that the iron will reactivate.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-14-2020, 08:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,196
Posted By Dhardy
Keep in mind ozone machines are not safe for use...

Keep in mind ozone machines are not safe for use while occupied by humans, plants, or animals. You will need to leave the RV for about 6 hours for a 2 hour run cycle with an ozone machine. Ozone will...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-31-2020, 07:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,204
Posted By Dhardy
Looks like signs of water in that box as well (or...

Looks like signs of water in that box as well (or high humidity in a corrosive environment) top breaker appears to be rusting both breakers should also be replaced.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-28-2020, 05:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,794
Posted By Dhardy
Might not be the pump, I replaced my shower head...

Might not be the pump, I replaced my shower head and it is a lot better now. FYI
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-28-2020, 05:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,794
Posted By Dhardy
I had the same issue with mine this year, so I am...

I had the same issue with mine this year, so I am very interested in this thread. Can someone explain the cone washer and it’s location? Thank you.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-07-2020, 04:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,890
Posted By Dhardy
I am an HVAC mechanic. It is very rare for a...

I am an HVAC mechanic. It is very rare for a compressor that is bad to run at all. I would replace the capacitor as that could be the cause of the compressor pulling higher than normal current. Also...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 09-03-2019, 08:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,657
Posted By Dhardy
If you have a 30 amp dogbone adapter you could...

If you have a 30 amp dogbone adapter you could plug it into the pedestal to see if outlets come back on. If they do, then the problem is one dead leg at pedestal.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-22-2019, 08:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,023
Posted By Dhardy
The onboard generator enclosure is built for an...

The onboard generator enclosure is built for an Onan generator, which is specifically designed to operate in an enclosed space. The Honda is not designed for such an application, in fact it would be...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-31-2019, 08:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,047
Posted By Dhardy
If the capacitor has gone bad the compressor will...

If the capacitor has gone bad the compressor will most likely not start. The compressor has a thermal overload on it that will disconnect power to the compressor when it is unable to start. The...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-28-2019, 09:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,047
Posted By Dhardy
A/C guy here. You will need a meter that can...

A/C guy here. You will need a meter that can check microfarads to test the capacitor accurately. Since you have another unit why not check if the other unit has the same capacitor ( the capacitor has...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-25-2019, 06:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,123
Posted By Dhardy
Have you checked the battery disconnect switch?...

Have you checked the battery disconnect switch? Does level up have power?
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 05-14-2019, 06:33 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,233
Posted By Dhardy
Hamlej I have pulled my trailer approx....

Hamlej

I have pulled my trailer approx. 1000 miles now. I’m not going to add airbags, it does not appear to need them. I love the truck. It is unbelievable how much better it is compared to my...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 05-13-2019, 05:59 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 21,695
Posted By Dhardy
I started down this road a couple of years ago. I...

I started down this road a couple of years ago. I thought that I had done my research and bought a 2017 f350 to haul my 3820fk. I knew I was close to being over capacity but I didn’t want to go to a...
Forum: New Member Introductions 05-09-2019, 06:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,859
Posted By Dhardy
Your symptoms are exactly what we are describing...

Your symptoms are exactly what we are describing with your fridge turning off occasionally. Fix is to rewire fridge to dedicated circuit.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-09-2019, 06:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,309
Posted By Dhardy
The clunk in your stair area is the transfer...

The clunk in your stair area is the transfer switch. This could be caused by high load on generator causing the voltage to dip too low. Do you have a 3500 watt inverter generator or just a standard...
Forum: Repairs & Service 05-08-2019, 08:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,448
Posted By Dhardy
I would run it on high as it will be less likely...

I would run it on high as it will be less likely to ice up.
Forum: Repairs & Service 05-08-2019, 07:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,448
Posted By Dhardy
What do you have the fan set to (auto, high, or...

What do you have the fan set to (auto, high, or low)? Could be unit is close to set point and is transitioning from high to low because of close proximity to set point. Also could be unit has frozen...
Forum: New Member Introductions 05-08-2019, 05:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,859
Posted By Dhardy
I have an fk. Same problem had the dealer pull a...

I have an fk. Same problem had the dealer pull a new dedicated circuit to the fridge (which is called for in the fridge manual). No more problems.
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-26-2019, 08:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,012
Posted By Dhardy
That’s exactly what my dealer said. Based on what...

That’s exactly what my dealer said. Based on what I’ve seen on this site there are fewer people that don’t experience this problem, than do. Good luck.
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-26-2019, 08:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,012
Posted By Dhardy
When we got our trailer I researched many...

When we got our trailer I researched many predelivery inspection forms that people posted on the internet and combined them into my own list. Best advice is to go through the rig as thoroughly as...
Forum: Practice and Testing Forum 03-23-2019, 07:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,647
Posted By Dhardy
I have been doing some research on that myself....

I have been doing some research on that myself. Look at the goose box it is the only way to use a gooseneck hitch and still maintain frame warranty. The adapters apparently add to much stress to the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-04-2019, 07:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,121
Posted By Dhardy
My 2018 3820fk has a small breaker that looks...

My 2018 3820fk has a small breaker that looks like a little push button. You might have to look for it, it’s pretty small. Mine is located at the top of the shade near where the wiring attached. Good...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-17-2019, 09:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,233
Posted By Dhardy
Thank you all for taking the time to reply. I...

Thank you all for taking the time to reply. I think I now feel safe to at least try without airbags, and then make my decision later.
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-17-2019, 07:43 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,233
Posted By Dhardy
New 2019 f350 dually

After a year of towing my 2018 3820fk with a 2017 f350 Srw. I decided in order to sleep at night, I needed to upgrade to a 2019 f350 dually. My question is on my 2017 I needed airbags in order to...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 01-30-2019, 12:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,560
Posted By Dhardy
Thank you all for your help.

Thank you all for your help.
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