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Forum: Maintenance 07-27-2022, 02:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,795
Posted By SterlingSilver
First step in my RV setup is a 1/4 sq steel mesh...

First step in my RV setup is a 1/4 sq steel mesh screen in the pin box entrance. Others include mesh beneath each propane tank compartment and where ever there is a frame opening.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-17-2022, 06:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,362
Posted By SterlingSilver
Here is a hydraulic jack leak story that might...

Here is a hydraulic jack leak story that might help you. My front landing jack would weep enough fluid to keep the landing pad wet. I figured it was related to a seal. I discussed this with a friend...
Forum: Repairs & Service 09-05-2021, 03:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,565
Posted By SterlingSilver
There is thermal protection inside the cable...

There is thermal protection inside the cable drive motor. I had trouble with one of my motors, disassembled it and bypassed the circuit interrupter with a soldering iron. No more problems. The...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 06-09-2021, 01:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,865
Posted By SterlingSilver
I always travel with fuel cans. Mostly in case I...

I always travel with fuel cans. Mostly in case I need fuel and can't manuver into a station I can brigade it. I always cycle my fuel. Really old fuel can be treated with an additive and introduced...
Forum: Maintenance 06-07-2021, 07:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,761
Posted By SterlingSilver
Wow, interesting. My Chevy is a 2012. Still has...

Wow, interesting. My Chevy is a 2012. Still has the original 2 AGM batteries and original Michelin tires at 57000. It is garaged and always on a float charger. Am getting ready for a major coast to...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-07-2021, 07:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,696
Posted By SterlingSilver
For wheel bearings I use the most exotic grease I...

For wheel bearings I use the most exotic grease I can find and once installed, I never mess with them again. I have never had a bearing failure. I have never had to replace brakes or tires. I have...
Forum: Maintenance 06-02-2021, 06:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,441
Posted By SterlingSilver
69Roadrunner - Thanks for the post. I wish you...

69Roadrunner - Thanks for the post. I wish you the best of luck. I have since traded my HC 305RL for something else. Wait until you try and put the drip pan on the slideout in the bedroom. I had to...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 05-03-2021, 09:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,621
Posted By SterlingSilver
Been there done that. I ALWAYS install a surge...

Been there done that. I ALWAYS install a surge device/ power monitor on my rigs. And I always take and move it to the next rig when I trade/sell. BUT, I would NEVER trade/sell a rig without restoring...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 05-03-2021, 09:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 10,087
Posted By SterlingSilver
I have had a Montana HC with the Anderson...

I have had a Montana HC with the Anderson Ultimate hitch. It is a ball and socket set up and it inherently DOES NOT CHUCK. Like the OP said, he is most likely getting "proposing" and this is most...
Forum: Maintenance 05-08-2020, 07:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,441
Posted By SterlingSilver
leaking cable slide motor gearbox

Just my take but I had the same problem with all 3 of my gearboxes. Looks like they maybe were just a little overfilled and heat expanded the grease and forced some out. This is IMO totally a no...
Forum: Maintenance 04-26-2020, 06:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,441
Posted By SterlingSilver
I have had 6 campers. That anti syphon valve has...

I have had 6 campers. That anti syphon valve has failed on virtually every rig, no mater what it was made of or who made it. To break a syphon it has to be open to the air and thus, a leak results in...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-22-2020, 07:26 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,764
Posted By SterlingSilver
Not sure about all states but many allow any...

Not sure about all states but many allow any generator to be run if the regular power is out and state law superceeds local laws and certainly the campground. The OP was talking about a generator...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-15-2020, 02:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,414
Posted By SterlingSilver
Did anyone ask the OP about using a pressure...

Did anyone ask the OP about using a pressure regulator on the water inlet? I have had friends that blew lines and flooded the under-carriage when hooked to "city" water. Some sites are running really...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-10-2019, 03:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,620
Posted By SterlingSilver
At a campground in Florida, a lighting strike hit...

At a campground in Florida, a lighting strike hit the pylon between 2 RV's. One had an EMS that totally blew apart but nothing was damaged in the unit. The other RV had no EMS and everything...
Forum: What I'd like to say if... 10-21-2019, 09:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,600
Posted By SterlingSilver
Funny, we traded our Cedar Creek for a new...

Funny, we traded our Cedar Creek for a new Montana and the dealer let us move our beloved Trump Serta king mattress into the Montana. This actually let him resell our Cedar Creek with a new mattress...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 10-06-2019, 06:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,667
Posted By SterlingSilver
Make sure the surge suppressor is mounted in the...

Make sure the surge suppressor is mounted in the proper orientation (see instructions) or it will not last. The dropout relay inside works best and is quieter when the suppressor is mounted correctly.
Forum: Camping Clubs within MOC 09-25-2019, 06:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,196
Posted By SterlingSilver
Fantasy offers tours for the balloon festival....

Fantasy offers tours for the balloon festival. They may be full for 2020. Call them.
Forum: Repairs & Service 09-25-2019, 06:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,562
Posted By SterlingSilver
Couldn't get in to our rig one cold night in New...

Couldn't get in to our rig one cold night in New Orleans. Called our Good Sam Road Service and they sent out a lock smith within the hour. He picked the lock in minutes and got us in. We used the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 07-29-2019, 07:41 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,594
Posted By SterlingSilver
This is a common problem mostly due to bad roads...

This is a common problem mostly due to bad roads and heavy loads. I always carry a few spare bushings and and shackle bolts. I have been known to just stop at an auto dealer and pick up a truck...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-21-2019, 06:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,927
Posted By SterlingSilver
An all electric camper would be great, that is,...

An all electric camper would be great, that is, ALL 12 volt. None ofl that 120 volt ac stuff. And regenerative breaking is nothing to write home about. My electric car uses 300 amps to climb a grade...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 07-08-2019, 08:56 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,156
Posted By SterlingSilver
Andersen Hitch Problem

Anyone using an Andersen 3200 Ultimate 5th Wheel hitch? I would like to know if you have had to deal with the factory. I have a defect in the one I received and have not been able to get any response...
Forum: Full Timing in your Montana 07-07-2019, 01:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,266
Posted By SterlingSilver
I never leave home without a welding set.

I never leave home without a welding set.
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 06-26-2019, 01:46 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,157
Posted By SterlingSilver
Just communicated with a guy with 400k miles on...

Just communicated with a guy with 400k miles on his Chevy D/A truck. It's all original except for normal scheduled maintenance. Why is the OP even thinking about starting over?
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-26-2019, 03:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,386
Posted By SterlingSilver
Best bet is to just leave the battery disconnect...

Best bet is to just leave the battery disconnect on at all times unless you are working on the converter or the 12 volt electrical systems inside the rig. Doing so, you need to be hooked up to shore...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 05-26-2019, 03:10 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,135
Posted By SterlingSilver
I use Mobil 1 synthetic in all my vehicles, boats...

I use Mobil 1 synthetic in all my vehicles, boats and power equipment. I change oil in my Chevy Duramax every 5 years, whether it needs it or not. I change filters whenever the truck service...
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