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Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 03-08-2024, 04:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 987
Posted By jetskier
I replaced the cap strips with these: ...

I replaced the cap strips with these:
https://a.co/d/gN1fVXK


I had to use a roll of 3M double stick tape under the strips because the strip adhesive didn't do so well in the summer heat.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-06-2023, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,510
Posted By jetskier
I just experienced failure in late October. I...

I just experienced failure in late October. I pulled the switches and one was fused/weld on the contacts. I freed it and cleaned it for it to fail after another 10-15 cycles. I chose to replace...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-01-2023, 12:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,190
Posted By jetskier
I'd weld on some 2x3 or 2x4x1/4" wall steel tubes...

I'd weld on some 2x3 or 2x4x1/4" wall steel tubes on the bottom and parallel to the main frame beams to get the extension to the rear of the trailer. I did this on my previous trailer so I could...
Forum: North America MOC / Western Region 09-26-2023, 03:40 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 16,425
Posted By jetskier
Name: Harold & Marla Morris Arrival Date:...

Name: Harold & Marla Morris
Arrival Date: 01/15/2023
Departure Date: 01/24/2023
First Quartzsite Rally: Yes
Do you want to be inside or outside the circle? Inside
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 09-18-2023, 05:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,903
Posted By jetskier
Here you go.... I'm still in the process of...

Here you go.... I'm still in the process of adding the 4 additional panels from my original six in the photos, but the two new solar circuits are there next to the vent pipes. The factory solar...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 09-18-2023, 10:09 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,903
Posted By jetskier
Since you have a 3791, you can run them down the...

Since you have a 3791, you can run them down the wall behind the buffet. There are two vent pipes for the bathroom and waste tanks. If you remove the control panel in the upper cabinet with all...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 08-22-2023, 04:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,138
Posted By jetskier
I have the 3000w Multiplus with 600Ah of...

I have the 3000w Multiplus with 600Ah of batteries feeding it. I rewired the entire electrical panel with a separate subpanel for the inverted items (everything is on the inverter except water...
Forum: Repairs & Service 08-14-2023, 11:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,332
Posted By jetskier
I, like Scott, got the 12v version. It works...

I, like Scott, got the 12v version. It works great, even on 100+ degree days. Installed in June. Have it set to 0 in freezer, 34 in fridge.
No sense wasting energy with the 120v version using an...
Forum: Boon-docking 08-04-2023, 05:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,920
Posted By jetskier
I have a 12V battery bank. At 531W in the...

I have a 12V battery bank. At 531W in the screenshot below, the controller is dumping 38.7A to the batteries. You'll likely blow the charge controller if you are running 600W to it. 400-420W...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 08-02-2023, 03:59 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,903
Posted By jetskier
....and the 30A limit to the batteries

....and the 30A limit to the batteries
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-27-2023, 10:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,507
Posted By jetskier
I've had nothing but problems with the 2118 since...

I've had nothing but problems with the 2118 since I bought the trailer in 2018. I finally upgraded to the 12V JC cooling unit in June. I have 600Ah Li batteries/1200W solar. It's been in the...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-18-2023, 11:39 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,903
Posted By jetskier
a 15kBTU AC is about 14-1500W. The newer higher...

a 15kBTU AC is about 14-1500W. The newer higher efficiency units may be slightly better.

Assume 13.2V battery voltage during runtime with Lithium batteries.

5 hour runtime estimate

Here's a...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 06-28-2023, 04:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,998
Posted By jetskier
You're posting to a 5 year old thread...

You're posting to a 5 year old thread...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 06-28-2023, 03:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,192
Posted By jetskier
I don't know if they still use this little 20A...

I don't know if they still use this little 20A transfer switch in the newer units, but this is what came with the 2000W inverter for switching those outlets between shore and inverted power. It was...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-19-2023, 01:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,353
Posted By jetskier
We haven't been satisfied with the cooling...

We haven't been satisfied with the cooling abilities of the Norcold 2118RV fridge. It does fine overnight and maintains 34°F, but during the day it's always in the mid 40's. I had the unit set to...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-12-2023, 06:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,353
Posted By jetskier
It appears to be this Norcold model: ...

It appears to be this Norcold model:
https://norcold.com/product/polar-elite-n20dc/


It's the exact physical size of a 2118 on the outside. If you have a spare $5500 laying around, it could be...
Forum: Maintenance 06-07-2023, 05:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,068
Posted By jetskier
You have to remove the paneling on the side of...

You have to remove the paneling on the side of the table and renail it. It's not to intrusive or hard to get off without damaging it.
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 01-14-2023, 01:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,215
Posted By jetskier
I double tow frequently in the summer time in NV...

I double tow frequently in the summer time in NV and CA. The jetski trailer is around 2800# w/ four skis on it. The combination is 75' overall. I did get a class A, but it's NOT a CDL. I don't...
Forum: Maintenance 11-15-2022, 12:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,343
Posted By jetskier
I'd use the leveling system to take the weight...

I'd use the leveling system to take the weight off the springs. Then place a new one against the old and see if the additional length is due to more curvature (lift). The horizontal length between...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 11-10-2022, 10:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,134
Posted By jetskier
I've had the 1st and 2nd gen versions on two...

I've had the 1st and 2nd gen versions on two trailers. It's so much better than a 5th wheel hitch in the bed. It can be a pain to align things at 45° hitch angles. I use the bolts on either...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-08-2022, 11:48 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,907
Posted By jetskier
I've never got more than 30-32k miles on a set of...

I've never got more than 30-32k miles on a set of tires for my F350. That's with the factory Michelins or other brands. I'm not exactly easy on them with hard accelerations and heavy towing. I...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 11-07-2022, 03:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,454
Posted By jetskier
I have aftermarket tuning. At first I had tuning...

I have aftermarket tuning. At first I had tuning by others, but started tuning myself after my turbo failed and I upgraded to the 2015+ turbo. The previous tuner couldn't get the turbo tables...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-20-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,595
Posted By jetskier
Open the flap and look at the trailer's circuit...

Open the flap and look at the trailer's circuit breaker box. The left side is one leg, the right is the other. If all the circuits on one side are out, you have a problem with one of the legs. ...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 09-29-2022, 03:25 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,560
Posted By jetskier
Another thing to check is to see if the living...

Another thing to check is to see if the living room floor is separating from the walls. If you open the side compartments under those slides, you can look up and see. There's only a handful of...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 07-20-2022, 03:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,787
Posted By jetskier
I added another cross tube to the end of the...

I added another cross tube to the end of the trailer frame. It was exactly 2" gap between the top of the receiver tube and the bottom of the frame wide flange beams (aka I-beams for you...
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