PROGRAMABLE THERMOSTAT - Montana Owners Club

jackel1959 · 12-06-2005, 11:15 AM

We have a 2004 305FKBS Moutaineer TT and I was wondering has anyone replaced their standard thermostat with a programmable one? I have one in my house and was wondering if I could use the same type or is there a special one for RVs? We currently have a Duo-Therm analog thermostat controlling a 15,000 BTU Duo-Therm Brisk Air model#59516 A/C unit and a Suburban Furnace. Any advice is appreciated.

Jack

jpbcny · 12-06-2005, 11:53 AM

A lot of us have replaced the analog thermostats with Hunter digital ones, myself, and most others don't have the need for "Setback" style thermostats in our RVs, but did want the + or - 1 degree temperature swing of the digital thermostat. For a good tutorial on installing a digital thermostat go to the info provided by "fulltimedreamer" on this procedure at: Thermostat Upgrade

JP

Glenn and Lorraine · 12-06-2005, 11:57 AM

Not a programmable but a number of us have replaced the Duo-Therm with the Hunter Digital Thermostat. You can read more about it at.. fulltimedreamers Thermostat Upgrade

OntMont · 12-06-2005, 02:26 PM

I have put a programmable thermostat in our last three trailers, just follow the same instructions that Glen references above. The brand does not seem to matter, as long as it is a self-powered digital thermostat (usually powered by two AA batteries). Hunter is fine, I have also used White-Rodgers, and Home Depot's house brand. Actually Home Depot's is a little easier to work with because there is a bit more room inside the case. It is an interesting project and well worth the effort. Good luck!

Russ and Sandy · 12-06-2005, 03:13 PM

I used the Hunter 44110 from Lowes. It is a 5-1-1. I also added the small switch to allow 2 fan speeds. It is a major improvement over the original.

Russ

krvk · 12-07-2005, 06:32 AM

What small switch (fan) and how does it install?

Russ and Sandy · 12-07-2005, 02:05 PM

Here's another link that shows the fan switch - and more wiring info:

http://www.rverscorner.com/articles/hunterstat.htm

jackel1959 · 12-12-2005, 04:38 AM

Thank you all for your advice and links. I will be looking for a thermostat after the holidays and will keep you posted on how it all goes. Thanks again.

Jack

jackel1959 · 12-19-2005, 04:01 AM

Okay, I couldn't wait. I went out and got the Hunter thermostat at WalMart last week and installed it on Saturday and now I am "digital". I also installed the SPST switch so that I have both speeds for the A/C fan. Everything went great and the install only took about an hour. Thank you all for your advice on the procedure. I also checked out the links that were provided and they simplified everything greatly. See you on the road.

Jack

VanMan · 12-19-2005, 05:52 AM

Isn't it great to have someone like fulltimedreamer on board ???

Dano · 12-19-2005, 07:41 AM

I'm not sure on all the 2006 models but my 3000RK came with a (digital thermostat).It's seems to keep good temp.

2007dura · 12-19-2005, 03:43 PM

After reading all the good reports on the Hunter, went to Wally World and picked one up today. Hope to put it in the end of this week, to have ready for trip next week.

sreigle · 12-20-2005, 07:44 AM

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quote:Originally posted by Dano

I'm not sure on all the 2006 models but my 3000RK came with a (digital thermostat).It's seems to keep good temp.

Dano, does yours have the remote for the AC/Furnace or did they drop that for 2006?

2002dura - good luck. Let us know how it goes.

Dano · 12-20-2005, 08:49 AM

sreigle, No, Mine did not have that oppt. And after all I read on the remote, I sure am glad I dont! It's something I would'nt use anyway, I like to (set it and forget it)I like to keep the heat about 65 and just keep switching them tanks.$$$$$

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