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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas Today, 09:48 AM
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Posted By jsb5717
If you're plugged into shore power then the...

If you're plugged into shore power then the converter should power your 12v systems just fine, as well as keep your batteries charged. If that's not happening then I would suspect a bad converter. ...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help Today, 09:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 21
Posted By jsb5717
Hmmm...the furnace operates only on 12v whether...

Hmmm...the furnace operates only on 12v whether or not you're plugged into a 120v supply. When plugged into shore power the converter is providing maximum output, ~13.6v to charge your batteries and...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas Today, 09:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 38
Posted By jsb5717
That's a good solution. I did something similar...

That's a good solution. I did something similar by using the baggage door magnets. It's been a great solution for us.
Forum: Maintenance Today, 06:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 79
Posted By jsb5717
On your thermostat check your Fan settings. ...

On your thermostat check your Fan settings. There is High, Low, and Auto. If the Fan is on High or Low it will run with the furnace. Set it to Auto and that should resolve that issue.
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires Yesterday, 10:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 618
Posted By jsb5717
I think you'd find that just upgrading to G rated...

I think you'd find that just upgrading to G rated tires would give you plenty of added protection. Many here, including me, have gone to Sailun or Carlisle G tires with very good success. What...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 05-21-2024, 01:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,362
Posted By jsb5717
OP hasn't been back since his first post.

OP hasn't been back since his first post.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-16-2024, 09:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 698
Posted By jsb5717
I think the brand is Cheap Generic. They really...

I think the brand is Cheap Generic. They really aren't anything special. I believe you can replace it with just about any model you like. The water connections underneath should be pretty standard.
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 05-15-2024, 12:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 976
Posted By jsb5717
Welcome aboard! Hopefully we can help get past...

Welcome aboard! Hopefully we can help get past the frustrations. Do you have the trailer plugged into a GFI outlet? If so try a non-GFI outlet. Sometimes the GFI's in the trailer don't play...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 05-12-2024, 07:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 346
Posted By jsb5717
If the furnace is working as it should then the...

If the furnace is working as it should then the cycling is all controlled by the tstat. If yours is original then it's possible that it's wearing out. The spring gets weak. So it's possible that a...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-07-2024, 10:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 720
Posted By jsb5717
Also, the 50-30 amp dogbone adapters can fail. ...

Also, the 50-30 amp dogbone adapters can fail. Use your MM to test for continuity to make sure it’s OK
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-06-2024, 10:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By jsb5717
Welcome aboard! The Ground Control 3.0 systems...

Welcome aboard! The Ground Control 3.0 systems are glitchy at best. Mine errs out all the time.

Do you try to run the jacks plugged in? General rule of thumb is that is the best way to run it. ...
Forum: Maintenance 05-05-2024, 07:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 516
Posted By jsb5717
I wasnt’ familiar with that model either. But...

I wasnt’ familiar with that model either. But sure enough

https://www.rvusa.com/rv-guide/2018-keystone-montana-high-country-fifth-wheel-floorplan-321mk-tr37525

That looks like the correct...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-03-2024, 08:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,749
Posted By jsb5717
What a great trip. Yes, 4 Corners is a bit of a...

What a great trip. Yes, 4 Corners is a bit of a disappointment but for us it was one of those things that it was nice to say we’ve been there…and now no need to go back.

Since you’ll be in the...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 05-02-2024, 06:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,251
Posted By jsb5717
Surge protector or EMS? If you’re going to go to...

Surge protector or EMS? If you’re going to go to the trouble of doing a full installation make sure it’s an EMS for more complete electrical protection.

I also mounted ours behind the basement...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-25-2024, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 769
Posted By jsb5717
Yes, propane only. The 12v also operates the...

Yes, propane only. The 12v also operates the thermostat. So while the furnace heats only with propane, it requires 12v to run. If you lose power to your 12v system, there’s no heat, no AC, no...
Forum: On the Road Again 04-21-2024, 04:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,042
Posted By jsb5717
It’s hard to say whether or not there would be a...

It’s hard to say whether or not there would be a cost benefit for you to use 2 vehicles in your travels. I suppose it depends on how long you stay in one place so the truck is parked enough time for...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-18-2024, 08:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,304
Posted By jsb5717
Welcome aboard! Glad you found us. Sadly, you...

Welcome aboard! Glad you found us. Sadly, you won’t find a wiring diagram for any of our rigs. In 2003 I’m not sure the wiring was even color coded. Unfortunately that means chasing wires the old...
Forum: Maintenance 04-17-2024, 10:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,312
Posted By jsb5717
It’s for the galley gray tank, which, as stated...

It’s for the galley gray tank, which, as stated by others, can smell as bad as the black tank. When our air admittance valve was failing we kept getting an awful sewer smell in the living area. ...
Forum: Maintenance 04-17-2024, 08:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,312
Posted By jsb5717
Did you replace it? Yours is old enough to need...

Did you replace it? Yours is old enough to need it. They are inexpensive and easy to replace. Can’t hurt to just do it and see if it helps.

I bought a 3-pack of them on Amazon a couple years...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 04-16-2024, 07:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,827
Posted By jsb5717
There’s more than one way to skin this cat. On...

There’s more than one way to skin this cat. On our SRW I really enjoyed having the air bags with onboard compressor. That way I could adjust the air as needed to match the road conditions. Worked...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-13-2024, 10:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,422
Posted By jsb5717
I use the rebook feature as well on our electric...

I use the rebook feature as well on our electric levelers. It always gets in the ballpark but I almost always have to adjust it slightly for a clean hook up.
Forum: Trailers, Tow Vehicles or RV related items Wanted 04-11-2024, 08:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,668
Posted By jsb5717
In used trucks pricing is very subjective so,...

In used trucks pricing is very subjective so, IMHO, getting a 1 ton of any of the big 3 OEM’s makes more sense than a 3/4 ton. To me a dually is always a good choice, but not always necessary. It’s...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 04-10-2024, 08:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 497
Posted By jsb5717
PD, as Carl said, is a good choice. When I...

PD, as Carl said, is a good choice. When I needed to replace ours I opened the basement wall to find it and get a picture of it so I would know what to look for in a replacement…you’ll want to make...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 04-10-2024, 08:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 942
Posted By jsb5717
Yes, it’s 50amp. I’m curious…why do you need to...

Yes, it’s 50amp. I’m curious…why do you need to replace it? Like Daryles I had to remove and turn ours so the plug would hang strait down.
Forum: New Member Introductions 04-10-2024, 08:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,183
Posted By jsb5717
Welcome aboard! We were all new to this at some...

Welcome aboard! We were all new to this at some point and needed help getting up to speed. So ask away.
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