Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
03-06-2022, 12:40 PM
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Forum: Member News
01-20-2022, 09:45 AM
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Replies: 50
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Retirment
Congratulations on your retirement. It is a big step. You will feel lost for a while. I watched the weather report and traffic news every morning. I was a Aerospace Engineer. Now after 18 years, it...
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Forum: North America MOC / Western Region
12-22-2021, 01:21 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,082
that should be fun
We were trying to go last 2 years, but with all the Covid junk, did not get to go. Live now in Lake Havasu, we will get it done
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
11-28-2021, 07:53 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 16,533
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
10-31-2021, 01:19 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,140
shake down cruse
One thing I learned in the Navy, is do a shake down cruse. Go to local campground with full hookups and test everything. It will save you in the long run. My rig has been sitting for a year, I will...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
09-30-2021, 12:03 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,035
new converter
I had this problem with my Montana. Checked everything, fuses, switches the converter was dead. The placement of the converter was very hard to get to. I disconnected the old one. Cut the Black and...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
09-01-2021, 03:28 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,968
RV Garage
I live in Lake Havasu AZ. On of the reasons I moved here is the friendliness to the RV community. Most of the new houses being built have RV garages and a lot of the older houses have covered RV...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
07-26-2021, 12:03 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,069
If you are in a situation where 2 AC units can...
If you are in a situation where 2 AC units can not cool your rig, you are not doing something right. Use a portable cooler, or some other device (fans) I know campground have iffy electric. 3 AC...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
07-18-2021, 04:03 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 7,439
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Forum: Trailers, Tow Vehicles & RV related items for Sale
06-16-2021, 02:28 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 6,401
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
06-06-2021, 01:30 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 6,342
I have been on CA-120. That is not a fun one. I...
I have been on CA-120. That is not a fun one. I was towing A trailer with a Dodge 1500 (318) and I struggled. I would do it easy with what I have now. I would not like to come down that hill. That is...
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Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing
04-21-2021, 02:41 PM
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Replies: 66
Views: 10,861
not always the best idea
We were traveling with some people. My wife decided to have my cousin back me up. I showed him the hand signals that I liked. Backing up and looking in the mirror, I saw this person flailing around...
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Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing
04-21-2021, 02:16 PM
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Replies: 66
Views: 10,861
I posted a solution a few years back when I had...
I posted a solution a few years back when I had the same problem. My solution was a backup camera (7")(5" to small) attached to my visor. I attached a wireless 12v camera to my cargo bed light. I put...
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Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing
01-24-2021, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 10,569
I tow a 295RK with a Dodge Magacab, I do have a...
I tow a 295RK with a Dodge Magacab, I do have a slider but never used it. My 2012 has the front cap that allows for extra clearance. I have never used the slider. My Alpha had the square cap and I...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
01-20-2021, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,524
Bathworks ...
Bathworks (https://www.lowes.com/pl/Bathworks--Surface-repair-Patching-repair-Paint/4294644714?refinement=4294579536)SecureGRIP 32-oz Clear Matte Anti-Slip at Lows
That sounds like a good product...
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Forum: Additions & Improvements
12-30-2020, 04:17 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 10,695
hand rail
My hand rail was ripped from the wall by a large lady going up the stairs. It was repaired by the previous owner (but not right) I had a matching piece of laminate flooring. Bolted the hand rail to...
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Forum: Navigation
12-27-2020, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,926
been to Utah
I always go online and look for the travel bureau for brochures. There is a lot to see and places to go. It could be one of the best trips you go on. Enjoy yourself and stay safe
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
11-22-2020, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,146
I have a 2012 295RK. had the same problem. The...
I have a 2012 295RK. had the same problem. The 12v converter went south. The old one is mounted in the pass threw compartment, behind the heater hoses. They put the tabs under the frame. Plugs into...
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Forum: New Member Introductions
07-29-2020, 02:04 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,544
Welcome
I have found this Forum to be very helpful with solving problems. Safe travels
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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help
07-29-2020, 02:00 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,507
Voltage problem
My problem was caused by a bad 12v converter (replaced). I know different problem. In my feed through compartment the is a 12v connector. I put a small LED panel meter and connected it to the...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
07-22-2020, 02:44 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,796
Blow out
I had an Alfa Gold the had a few blow outs. One took out the shock and a large piece of the shackle holding it. That much rubber, 55mph can be a deadly combination. Happy you are safe
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
07-12-2020, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 9,560
2 people
I have had many RVs in the last 40 years from tent trailers, class c, tag along, and 5ers. Some had multiple slides. On thing that was common with them all. They were made for 2 people to be...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
07-01-2020, 02:16 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,848
Go Army is right
I have spent a lot of time looking for electrical problems. A lot of the time it is the GFI that is located in the bathroom. Always try that first. If not go on from there. I had a 12v issue, and had...
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Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing
06-24-2020, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 6,257
1/2 ton vs 11,000 pounds
A hi mileage 1/2 ton will not do. You are asking for trouble. If this is a one shot deal and you will need a truck on the other end, get one that is rated to tow that weight. Or like was suggested,...
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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas
05-10-2020, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,272
light bar
I had a class C that I would use a lot on weekends. Come in Friday night, leave Sunday. Backing into a tree lined spot would get hard sometimes. I put some lights in the luggage rack and a switch on...
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