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Forum: Repairs & Service 10-24-2023, 07:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,369
Posted By Old_Salty
It was Keystone's Customer Service, not the...

It was Keystone's Customer Service, not the dealers. The dealer service was lacking which is why we stopped at Keystone
Forum: Repairs & Service 10-24-2023, 06:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,369
Posted By Old_Salty
Keystone Customer Service

Sorry for the late (and long) post but we've been busy traveling.

Last fall, our 5th (2021 Montana 3791RD) developed a crack in the sidewall at the front edge of the bedroom slide. We took it to...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 10-03-2023, 06:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,652
Posted By Old_Salty
Sorry for the delayed response - we have been on...

Sorry for the delayed response - we have been on the road constantly since. We don't know when the one mount bolt broke but it definitely did. The other three were not up to the task of securing...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 09-16-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,652
Posted By Old_Salty
Replace living room TV - concerns?

When traveling north on the Alaska Highway, a mounting bolt broke and destroyed the rear cover of our TV. This part is not available for replacement. Now that we are headed back to the lower 48, I...
Forum: Let Us Entertain You 07-20-2023, 09:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,446
Posted By Old_Salty
We lost Dish about Calgary. Sirius began...

We lost Dish about Calgary. Sirius began intermittently just south of Whitehorse.
Forum: Additions & Improvements 07-20-2023, 08:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,624
Posted By Old_Salty
We had the vented combo and now have the separate...

We had the vented combo and now have the separate units in our new rig. The separate units are much better in out opinion. The combo left way to many wrinkled clothes. Only drawback is the loss of...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-20-2023, 12:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,173
Posted By Old_Salty
We have a 2021 3791RD. While we really like our...

We have a 2021 3791RD. While we really like our rig, compared to our last Montana, we feel the quality and finish is not up to the same level. It's the small things and a few larger items. We had...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-13-2023, 07:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,584
Posted By Old_Salty
Great news!

Great news!
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-04-2023, 11:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,584
Posted By Old_Salty
If you had a crack in the water line allowing air...

If you had a crack in the water line allowing air to enter, water would leak out under pressure.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 06-03-2023, 06:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,584
Posted By Old_Salty
Did you by any chance check the water valves for...

Did you by any chance check the water valves for the water line to the fridge? When I was cleaning the rig, I accidentally partially closed one of them. Drove me crazy for a bit...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 06-03-2023, 06:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,020
Posted By Old_Salty
We use the Hyperax Volt RV on our 3791RD. It is...

We use the Hyperax Volt RV on our 3791RD. It is approved for fifth wheel RV use with a hitch receiver - not mounted on a 4" square bumper. It handles two 70 pound bikes - ours are 65 each. My only...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 06-03-2023, 02:35 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,392
Posted By Old_Salty
We have a 2021 3791RD. I have towed it with a...

We have a 2021 3791RD. I have towed it with a 2018 GM 3500 diesel and now tow with a 2021 Ford F450. The GM 3500 was a SRW and was close to its limits but performed very well. We stumbled onto the...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 04-27-2023, 07:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,597
Posted By Old_Salty
Tend to agree with Carl. Make sure when you try...

Tend to agree with Carl. Make sure when you try another outlet that it is on an different circuit than the GFI that is giving the problem. Multiple outlets can be protected by a single GFI in some...
Forum: Repairs & Service 04-24-2023, 01:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,359
Posted By Old_Salty
Water filter on GE 19 Fridge

This is a heads up to those who have this residential fridge. Ours is in our 2021 3791RD.
The OEM XWFE water filter has a RFID chip glued to it. If you purchase some of the generic water...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-01-2023, 08:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,661
Posted By Old_Salty
We also had the bottom come free on our 2021...

We also had the bottom come free on our 2021 3791RD but from a different problem. The bolts went through the metal wrap into the frame but the screws broke. The holes in the wrap were not damaged. ...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 03-13-2023, 02:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,580
Posted By Old_Salty
Our controller is a Victron so I am speaking in...

Our controller is a Victron so I am speaking in regards to it - although the Jaboni must have a similar adjustment for Lithium. When I made the changeover, I needed to change the setting on the...
Forum: Maintenance 03-09-2023, 06:29 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,253
Posted By Old_Salty
If I recall correctly, the original purpose of...

If I recall correctly, the original purpose of the EZ Lube was to displace water from the wheel bearings on boat trailers. Then the concept was carried to other axles.

Another thing not mentioned...
Forum: Repairs & Service 01-09-2023, 02:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 776
Posted By Old_Salty
Splendide stacked washer and dryer

Our dryer recently began making a thumping noise when the drum rotates. Ours is a stacked unit. How do I separate the two from each other?
We are some distance from a dealer and if this is an easy...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-09-2023, 06:27 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,104
Posted By Old_Salty
Montana Factory summer shutdown 2023

Does any one have approximate dates for the summer shutdown (and no factory tours) this coming summer? TIA.
Forum: On the Road Again 09-05-2022, 04:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,214
Posted By Old_Salty
We have been offline for a few days due to...

We have been offline for a few days due to getting hit by the COVID bug.

Thanks for all the thoughts and comments! We have the longer stays in Anchorage and Fairbanks as we planned on using those...
Forum: On the Road Again 08-24-2022, 07:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,214
Posted By Old_Salty
Alaska - 2023

Sorry for the long post! I did a search on this forum and others prior to asking...

My wife and I are recently retired and are planning on making the trip to Alaska next summer. We have a...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 05-22-2022, 01:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,218
Posted By Old_Salty
Thanks for the responses and advice. After...

Thanks for the responses and advice. After consideration, we are going to continue to store on the slide out tray in the rear of our rig as they are protected from the weather.
Forum: Additions & Improvements 05-12-2022, 02:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,218
Posted By Old_Salty
I was thinking of using a ramp to get them into...

I was thinking of using a ramp to get them into the bed of the truck. Folded, the bikes are awkward to handle. They do have to be folded to fit into the rear compartment and are too heavy (about 70...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 05-09-2022, 03:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,218
Posted By Old_Salty
Bike rack - cross ways in front of 5th wheel hitch

Does anyone have a bike rack or know if one evens exists to mount two bikes cross ways above the truck rails in front of the 5th wheel hitch? Truck is a 2021 F450. Bikes are full size 26" e-bikes...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 04-26-2022, 03:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,234
Posted By Old_Salty
I also have a 4500 but the original Westinghouse...

I also have a 4500 but the original Westinghouse (before Onan/Cummins). They have the same outputs - just a different color.

Dutchman Sport has a very good post on this.

When we had our 2012...
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