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Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 03-07-2016, 01:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,777
Posted By Chipf2
Agree with rohrmann. Cold inflation pressure is...

Agree with rohrmann. Cold inflation pressure is the key starting point. Pressures will increase for many reasons as they are designed to do. Temps, altitude, weight,the road surface, etc. all affect...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 03-02-2016, 09:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,524
Posted By Chipf2
You won't be sorry with the G614's as I've...

You won't be sorry with the G614's as I've learned over the last few months.

Please consider a TPMS system to monitor the pressures and Temp. Read the threads about them, they can save you a lot...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 03-02-2016, 09:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,777
Posted By Chipf2
Thanks rohrmann. I reset the TST monitor for 130...

Thanks rohrmann. I reset the TST monitor for 130 at the top and 90 for the lower pressure. I am keeping the cold pressure at 105. I add air or let it out as needed when I start a trip due to my ever...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-29-2016, 02:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,777
Posted By Chipf2
Thank you Art-n-Marge for your input. You are...

Thank you Art-n-Marge for your input.
You are correct regarding TPMS. I have a bit of an issue with dyslexia, and my fingers do not always follow my mind. So i stand corrected.
We just returned...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-29-2016, 02:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,406
Posted By Chipf2
Just got back tonight from a 1700 RT trip to FL....

Just got back tonight from a 1700 RT trip to FL. We have the same model as richfaa, a 3402, almost 40'. We had no issues with receiving the signal, and I got the repeater just in case. Now I am stuck...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-16-2016, 12:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,369
Posted By Chipf2
I am a believer in Amsoil, on my third Duramax...

I am a believer in Amsoil, on my third Duramax (04, 08, 12, do I need a new one??). Ran about 200,000 on the first two, slowed down on the 12 with only 110k now. Have always changed the fluids at 50K...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 02-16-2016, 12:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,429
Posted By Chipf2
I suppose it looks great (& expensive), but I...

I suppose it looks great (& expensive), but I would hate to have to clean off all the bugs on the front after pulling it for 2000 miles. And we do need the storage! Guess I am being to practical.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 02-14-2016, 12:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,153
Posted By Chipf2
We pack ours in the cases we buy them in (Costco...

We pack ours in the cases we buy them in (Costco & Sams-great prices/selections/& all the boxes you need). We used to keep them in a cabinet, but have been carrying them in the bottom of the tub. One...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-14-2016, 12:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,777
Posted By Chipf2
Agree with DQDick as with most of his input.

Agree with DQDick as with most of his input.
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-14-2016, 02:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,679
Posted By Chipf2
After having to much experience with blown tires,...

After having to much experience with blown tires, and following the advice of many from this forum, upgrade to metal valve stems and buy (and use) a TMPS system (TST507). The investment is like...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-14-2016, 02:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,054
Posted By Chipf2
Found mine on Amazon, TST507RV with 6 sensors for...

Found mine on Amazon, TST507RV with 6 sensors for $261- with Prime. They are excellent, but there is a learning curve with understanding the pressures, cold temps, altitudes, and times of the years....
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-14-2016, 02:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,777
Posted By Chipf2
Thanks StClairSailor, We are having similar...

Thanks StClairSailor, We are having similar experiences with driving across the country this winter, from Northern NV, to Arizona, across the NM mountains, and now headed to FL next week. Last year...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-11-2016, 05:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,777
Posted By Chipf2
Thanks guys, that is most helpful. Appreciate...

Thanks guys, that is most helpful. Appreciate your valuable input.
Chip
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-11-2016, 03:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,777
Posted By Chipf2
TMPS questions

I could some advice from all of you who are using TMPS. I have installed TST507RV with no flow sensors on my new G614 tires.
I filled the tires to 100psi. I set the sensors for 120# of pressure per...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 02-11-2016, 02:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,636
Posted By Chipf2
Question: Why, after investing what we have in...

Question: Why, after investing what we have in our Monty's, would we try to scrimp on the tires? I previously purchased brands other than the G614's basically because they were what the dealer had,...
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 02-10-2016, 12:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,300
Posted By Chipf2
WE have been traveling from North TX to Northern...

WE have been traveling from North TX to Northern Nevada for Christmas for the last few years-to see the kids and of course take care of the them while their parents work and they are out of school....
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 02-07-2016, 03:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,668
Posted By Chipf2
I drive a GMC 2012 2500HD duramax. My brother in...

I drive a GMC 2012 2500HD duramax. My brother in law is a GM dealer so he has been helpful with the issues with DEF. I had the bad DEF warning on a trip to NE at 85,000 miles last spring. The dealer...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 02-04-2016, 12:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,575
Posted By Chipf2
I carry two, a 12 volt and the Slime 120V. Slime...

I carry two, a 12 volt and the Slime 120V. Slime does not have a tank, but fills the G614's just fine if your not in a hurry! And it is small & light. About $85 at auto supply.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-30-2016, 08:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,586
Posted By Chipf2
We are on our third Monty, first two did not...

We are on our third Monty, first two did not strap them, this one (2012) we did not the first year, then we were opening the 4 slides, and the third one got stuck because the chair had moved between...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 01-16-2016, 04:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,310
Posted By Chipf2
Ditto Lynwood: G614 and you will keep smiling.

Ditto Lynwood: G614 and you will keep smiling.
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 01-16-2016, 05:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,310
Posted By Chipf2
Just bought G614's from Discount, paid $312 per...

Just bought G614's from Discount, paid $312 per tire. Best price we have seen lately.
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 01-16-2016, 05:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,211
Posted By Chipf2
By the way, the price for the G614's was $312 per...

By the way, the price for the G614's was $312 per tire, plus tax. Bet price I have seen.
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 01-16-2016, 05:17 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,211
Posted By Chipf2
Update: I talked to the dealer, Discount, and...

Update: I talked to the dealer, Discount, and they agreed to refund the cost of the damaged Hankooks (3 tires) and apply that to G614'3 and I had to buy one additional G614. Had the G614's installed...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 01-15-2016, 04:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,310
Posted By Chipf2
I have spent the last month working through the...

I have spent the last month working through the tire dilemma with E's, F's & G's. I had a set of rainier's three years ago, lasted 3000 miles before the first one blew. Load range E just is not...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 01-11-2016, 05:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,211
Posted By Chipf2
mazboy, The Hankooks are 7.50R16LT 14 ply G...

mazboy, The Hankooks are 7.50R16LT 14 ply G rated. They are radial LT's and we have using them on our livestock trailers for several years with good experiences and no blow outs. See the comment from...
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