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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-24-2024, 06:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 762
Posted By MuddyPaws
My rear AC unit did the same thing. I was...

My rear AC unit did the same thing. I was thinking I would have to replace the whole thing but once I pulled the cover off and looked at the capacitors the cause was obvious. The compressor motor...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-11-2024, 09:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,445
Posted By MuddyPaws
Probably not since you would probably have to...

Probably not since you would probably have to have a Dish account and you stated that you dumped them.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-07-2024, 05:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,445
Posted By MuddyPaws
Roku or FireStick

If you don't have a USB Wi-Fi interface on your Wally already it might be less expensive to get a Roku or Amazon FireStick to plug into you TVs HDMI port. If you have Amazon Prime the FireStick is...
Forum: Maintenance 10-11-2023, 05:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 923
Posted By MuddyPaws
Could be a couple of things

I'm not sure if that line on the wheel is a crack. A fingernail will tell the story. If it's cracked even a tiny bit replace it. You don't want to find out how much damage a broken wheel can do to...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 10-08-2023, 06:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,252
Posted By MuddyPaws
Anti Back-flow Valves

Another thing I would look at would be the anti-backflow valve on the output side, then the input side. There may be more of them depending on your WH make & model.

They're cheap and not too hard...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-06-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,687
Posted By MuddyPaws
Our 2955 was like that. But the bonker that got...

Our 2955 was like that. But the bonker that got me most often was the hanging cabinet over the kitchen counter. I even tried putting a sliced pool noodle on it.

Give it some time. You'll...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-06-2023, 04:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,860
Posted By MuddyPaws
Back when we had a 2955 I used X-chocks and JT...

Back when we had a 2955 I used X-chocks and JT Strongarms. They 'almost' eliminated it.

That combo worked so well I ended up installing them of 4 of my friends rigs.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-06-2023, 04:14 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,376
Posted By MuddyPaws
Generally it is better to put fans near the hot...

Generally it is better to put fans near the hot air exhaust and suck air through the heat exchanger rather than trying to push it. I put 4 120mm computer muffin fans right inside the exhaust vent. ...
Forum: Navigation 01-22-2023, 01:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,619
Posted By MuddyPaws
Stay away from SF

Any way you can go BUT through San Francisco. 101 gets dumped onto city streets with detours, tight turns, heavy traffic with the worlds most impatient drivers.

Find a route to 680, 680 turns...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-13-2022, 06:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,907
Posted By MuddyPaws
After I had to replace three sets of Michelins in...

After I had to replace three sets of Michelins in one year (on different vehicles) because of sidewall cracking I'm not likely to ever buy Michelins again. The most expensive ones were 22.5 truck...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 06-12-2022, 02:10 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,646
Posted By MuddyPaws
I've had three systems over the years. A...

I've had three systems over the years.

A SmarTire, designed for trucks and not very reliable.

A Hawkshead (at that time similar to TST models I think) prone to losing signal and false alarms....
Forum: Navigation 05-11-2022, 03:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,784
Posted By MuddyPaws
If the computer is worth saving replacing the...

If the computer is worth saving replacing the disk is not a big deal. Unless it's a Microsoft Surface, Those are very hard to replace. I've got one with a bad battery and it's just not worth...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 04-24-2022, 07:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,090
Posted By MuddyPaws
New?

Did the dealer install the disk brakes? If so it's probably just the pads burning the glaze off.

If it was towed from the factory the brakes should be well broken in.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-02-2022, 06:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,161
Posted By MuddyPaws
12 years with a 320

Our SOB (some other brand) has had a 320 in it since the day we bought it. I assume it was the original toilet so it's 16 years old!

In the time we've had it I've replaced the spud gasket twice...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 01-30-2022, 07:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,011
Posted By MuddyPaws
Try these things.

Google snip-the-tip and see if they have an adjustable thermistor for your refer.

The best way to move air through the cooling unit is to suck it through by putting the fan(s) on the exhaust vent...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-07-2021, 05:15 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,663
Posted By MuddyPaws
EEZRV

I've had three different TOMS systems.

The first was a re-branded TST system (I think) using the name 'Hawkshead'. It was prone to false alarms and lost signals. I sold it after we sold our...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-11-2021, 06:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,828
Posted By MuddyPaws
Wouldn't it be nice if there was an access panel...

Wouldn't it be nice if there was an access panel from the outside that gave access to the coils?

We have two Golden Retrievers that shed a bunch. I have to do ours fairly often.
Forum: Maintenance 07-11-2021, 05:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,365
Posted By MuddyPaws
I had the same problem and used partially...

I had the same problem and used partially inflated tether balls. When we're ready to travel I grab the rope and pull the ball out. Getting them in there is still a PITA though.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-04-2021, 05:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,419
Posted By MuddyPaws
The safest way to change a tire on the side of...

The safest way to change a tire on the side of the road is to find a safer spot. A parking lot, a turnout etc.

Chock the remaining tires, chock your TV if you can. Bottle jack of appropriate...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-09-2021, 05:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,365
Posted By MuddyPaws
I bought 4 12v muffin fans, a 130F thermostatic...

I bought 4 12v muffin fans, a 130F thermostatic button switch, several feet of #18 wire, and a 12v inline fuse holder. I mounter the fans at the top sucking air through, as opposed to pushing air...
Forum: Maintenance 10-18-2020, 02:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,399
Posted By MuddyPaws
Toothbrush

If you're going to use a toothbrush I suggest you drill a small hole in the handle and tie a sturdy string to it. Imagine what that brush would if it got stuck in your black tank.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-26-2020, 03:09 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,234
Posted By MuddyPaws
Uses for rack.

We don't drink. But I'm sure the DW would find something to stuff pin there.

It you really want to travel with wine up there I would suggest a spring loaded refrigerator bar. Maybe two of them....
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-19-2020, 08:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,385
Posted By MuddyPaws
If the seals are made of urethane, like the seals...

If the seals are made of urethane, like the seals in most RV toilets, vegetable oil will damage them.

A silicon based lubricant is the way to go. I use pool lube but there's no way to get it into...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-12-2020, 04:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,594
Posted By MuddyPaws
Have you plugged into that specific 50A plug at...

Have you plugged into that specific 50A plug at home before? Has anybody worked on it since?
Forum: Maintenance 08-03-2020, 08:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,346
Posted By MuddyPaws
True that. Excessive heat can be bearings, tire...

True that. Excessive heat can be bearings, tire problems, a dragging shoe etc. A cold wheel would be the one(s) not working.

Don't be fooled by a wheel warmed up by hot exhaust though. I've...
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