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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help Today, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 146
Posted By ChuckS
All inside lights are 12 VDC.. thats why the...

All inside lights are 12 VDC.. thats why the interior light is lit..

If you have a multimeter then check the 120 VAC inside at the power center panel 50 amp breakers ( two of them ) and verify you...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas Today, 07:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,131
Posted By ChuckS
Very nice looking permanent fix to the fridge...

Very nice looking permanent fix to the fridge door hinges... This would also work on the Dometic RM1350 four door fridge I think... Very nice job
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-05-2024, 08:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 125
Posted By ChuckS
Depending on what zone this AC is mounted to the...

Depending on what zone this AC is mounted to the blue wires would be for the furnace control ( Zone 1 ) and yellow wires are load shed ( if used ) and red/black are 12 vdc (+/-)

Your aren’t using...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-01-2024, 06:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 322
Posted By ChuckS
All tank signals come into the BCM as indicated...

All tank signals come into the BCM as indicated with this pic I’ve attached .Simce all tanks are not reading you either have no inout signal from BCM to each tank sensor unit or you have a bad ground...
Forum: Maintenance 04-30-2024, 10:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,915
Posted By ChuckS
I’d also get one of the cordless grease guns. It...

I’d also get one of the cordless grease guns. It naked life so much easier… I just got one this year after using the 50 year old one I have handed down by my dad..

Well worth the money
Forum: Maintenance 04-23-2024, 06:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,722
Posted By ChuckS
10K miles? not for mine... I have 45K miles (...

10K miles? not for mine... I have 45K miles ( 11th year of use ).. original bronze bushings, wet bolts and links... there is no movement and no slop.. I grease my suspension before every trip.......
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-14-2024, 04:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,458
Posted By ChuckS
Out of stroke error is caused when the leveler...

Out of stroke error is caused when the leveler leg extends its full length and the front forward controll doesn’t see any change in degree of level

Use blocks under the leveler legs to prevent...
Forum: Maintenance 04-12-2024, 07:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 977
Posted By ChuckS
I dont use any liquid ... I use my air hose at...

I dont use any liquid ... I use my air hose at low psi and blow out the condenser coil..

The Evap area is where the gateway is tucked away at down just inside the duct ... I would not want liquid...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-10-2024, 07:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 599
Posted By ChuckS
This link may also gives you more insight to your...

This link may also gives you more insight to your issue with your 2024 GMC

https://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/248765-what-triggers-check-trailer-wiring-dic-message/
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-10-2024, 07:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 599
Posted By ChuckS
Newer GMC trucks have often had issues when...

Newer GMC trucks have often had issues when connected to an RV.. There are many post out there regarding the issue... Usually truck problem.

Your truck is brand new so the 7 way connector should...
Forum: Maintenance 04-05-2024, 07:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,265
Posted By ChuckS
No but the Tires will last a lot longer since...

No but the Tires will last a lot longer since they arent getting exposed to UV damage
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-05-2024, 07:03 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,228
Posted By ChuckS
It was High hitched. You did the pull test...

It was High hitched.

You did the pull test and stated you walked around visually inspecting things before departure.

But. Did you go behind the truck and look at the kingpin and jaws with a...
Forum: Maintenance 03-31-2024, 07:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,265
Posted By ChuckS
Dexter recommends clean, inspect and repack...

Dexter recommends clean, inspect and repack bearings every 12K miles or annually.

The quality of the grease is important . I use Lucas Red & Tacky grease.. My bearings are now 11 years old (...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-24-2024, 12:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 977
Posted By ChuckS
Ive not had any cooling issues with my 1350RM...

Ive not had any cooling issues with my 1350RM fridge. It is stock.. 11th year of use.. mounted in a slide out.

Video from my YouTube channel... https://youtu.be/P-caUemL-Ig?si=2E9gDiI-lL40yYTM
...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-24-2024, 08:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,249
Posted By ChuckS
Just measure across the limit switch ( with the...

Just measure across the limit switch ( with the two wires removed ) using multimeter set to ohms.. should read continuity .l if yes you are wasting money on new limit switch

This switch opens up...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-24-2024, 08:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 977
Posted By ChuckS
I would be checking to verify you have 12 vdc...

I would be checking to verify you have 12 vdc coming off that relay I’ve indicated with a red arrow.

12 Vdc is fed directly from the control panel incoming 12 vdc source over to that relay..
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 03-23-2024, 06:29 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,112
Posted By ChuckS
Airlift 5000s have been on my 2007 Duramax since...

Airlift 5000s have been on my 2007 Duramax since the day I bought the truck. On board compressor with analog gauge..

I have "never heard" of winterzing air lift 5000s.. I live in Idaho and the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-17-2024, 07:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,128
Posted By ChuckS
I operate my hydraulic slides when temps are...

I operate my hydraulic slides when temps are below freezing...and have for the last 10 years on my current unit.. The slides move a bit slower when cold due to fluid viscosity being thicker. BUT THEY...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-16-2024, 07:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,128
Posted By ChuckS
I wonder when the last time was you swapped out...

I wonder when the last time was you swapped out the fluid in the pump reservoir.. There are NO FILTERS in the hyd system so as time goes on and the cylinder rod seals wear, minute particles start to...
Forum: Maintenance 03-16-2024, 07:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,636
Posted By ChuckS
Since you are right there with the jacks and such...

Since you are right there with the jacks and such to replace the wet bolts replace the bushings as well.. I simply would not install new wet bolts without new bronze bushings... They will be shot..
...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-12-2024, 07:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,119
Posted By ChuckS
Read this letter.. it spells out hitch brands...

Read this letter.. it spells out hitch brands allowed and a date
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-05-2024, 07:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,434
Posted By ChuckS
AGMS are a nice upgrade for some because they...

AGMS are a nice upgrade for some because they require NO servicing.. I prefer GC2 batteries.. two of these outperform most any other and last many years.. Mine are currently 8 years old

Lithium is...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 02-23-2024, 07:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,370
Posted By ChuckS
My pic shows you there is a single red wire that...

My pic shows you there is a single red wire that plugs into the front fwd controller..

Measure at that red wire to ground .. if you have no 12 vdc there then the level up display will be dead
...
Forum: Repairs & Service 02-20-2024, 07:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,098
Posted By ChuckS
You will be much better off and much happier.....

You will be much better off and much happier.. IMO if you learn to take care of most of the issues yourself instead of going for warranty work all the time

My fifth wheel has been back to...
Forum: Maintenance 02-17-2024, 07:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 879
Posted By ChuckS
This link is for BalRV Accuslides of all types.....

This link is for BalRV Accuslides of all types.. the manuals and such that you need to have in your hands to do the task should be in this link...

https://balrvproducts.com/downloads/
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