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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help Yesterday, 07:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 150
Posted By Daryles
Check for voltage on the 4 posts of your red self...

Check for voltage on the 4 posts of your red self resetting circuit breakers on the wall behind your batteries.
In the upper right hand corner of the battery compartment, above and behind the...
Forum: Maintenance Yesterday, 07:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 126
Posted By Daryles
Looks about right. I bought two complete sets...

Looks about right.
I bought two complete sets of bolts bushings and shackles last September at the rally. I have not changed them yet (need some welding done and I want to do it all at the same...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas Yesterday, 06:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 336
Posted By Daryles
Will Prowse YouTube channel He has tutorials...

Will Prowse YouTube channel
He has tutorials that will take you through it all step by step from basics to advanced systems.
Forum: Maintenance 04-21-2024, 12:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 342
Posted By Daryles
Your (OP) instructions above is exactly what I...

Your (OP) instructions above is exactly what I did except I covered it with a 2"x2" patch of Eternabond tape.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-21-2024, 12:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 399
Posted By Daryles
Under the shelf on the right (picture 1) Yes...

Under the shelf on the right (picture 1)
Yes you will have to remove the washer.
Picture 2 shelf removed.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-21-2024, 07:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 399
Posted By Daryles
If you take apart the shelf on the right side...

If you take apart the shelf on the right side against the floor, it covers the plumbing.
Picture with the cap removed.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-20-2024, 06:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,435
Posted By Daryles
You are right. There is a bit of floor there...

You are right. There is a bit of floor there under the fridge you can set the block on.
Maybe drill a small screw hole through the Hinge.
Set the block then put a screw through to keep it in place...
Forum: Maintenance 04-20-2024, 06:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,841
Posted By Daryles
Here's a diagram of the air admittance valve and...

Here's a diagram of the air admittance valve and how it works.

To troubleshoot (confirm its the source of the stink) put a baggie over it and tape it off sealed shut.
IF the stink goes away,...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-19-2024, 07:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 579
Posted By Daryles
How much to refill a 30lb propane tank? You are...

How much to refill a 30lb propane tank?
You are going to pay one way or another.
I can tell you, if boondocking, definitely use propane unless you have a lot of solar.
In electric mode running...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-19-2024, 07:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,435
Posted By Daryles
Maybe cut a block of wood and put it under the...

Maybe cut a block of wood and put it under the Hinges on Travel days AFTER you get it set to the correct height.
IF you go this way, you would want to put some felt on the bottom of the block of...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-18-2024, 07:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 928
Posted By Daryles
I have never turned off the "BATTERY DISCONNECT"...

I have never turned off the "BATTERY DISCONNECT" switch.
The labeling is confusing. Ignore the word DISCONNECT. Just read it as "BATTERY ON", " BATTERY OFF".

This is a generic diagram of the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-17-2024, 07:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 928
Posted By Daryles
IF you have an RV fridge, it is more efficient...

IF you have an RV fridge, it is more efficient when boondocking or traveling to run it in Propane mode.
IF running the RV fridge in electric mode through an inverter from the batteries it draws...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-17-2024, 07:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,202
Posted By Daryles
As Chuck said above, check your voltage. ...

As Chuck said above, check your voltage.
Lippert put out a TSB regarding putting the hydraulic system on its own 80A circuit breaker.
There is a copy in the files section


Many threads about...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-17-2024, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 928
Posted By Daryles
Assuming you have a residential fridge... Maybe...

Assuming you have a residential fridge...
Maybe install a DC-DC charger for traveling.
It would provide plenty of power to the batteries and you can leave the inverter running to run the fridge....
Forum: Maintenance 04-15-2024, 12:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 579
Posted By Daryles
In the files section is a TSB regarding Dometic...

In the files section is a TSB regarding Dometic AC unit drip pan leak. The drain holes were not punched out.

https://www.montanaowners.com/forums/downloads.php?do=file&id=52

Also, look in the...
Forum: Hamming it Up & RC Toys for Big Girls & Boys 04-13-2024, 07:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,587
Posted By Daryles
This link goes to a Facebook group (sorry Carl). ...

This link goes to a Facebook group (sorry Carl).


2,200W system details $20K+. Runs everything.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/solarpoweredrvsandboondocking/permalink/1373439026473441/
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 04-12-2024, 02:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,586
Posted By Daryles
Totally Awesome cleaner (100%) and magic eraser...

Totally Awesome cleaner (100%) and magic eraser mop (both available at Dollar Store).
Spray on, roll up awning. Wait 15 minutes. Unroll and wipe clean.
Rinse top and bottom of awning thoroughly.
Forum: Maintenance 04-12-2024, 06:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 762
Posted By Daryles
There is a Suburban Water heater service manual...

There is a Suburban Water heater service manual in the files section. It has wiring diagrams and how to test the components like the element. You will need a multimeter.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-12-2024, 06:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 813
Posted By Daryles
Maybe look at the bottom of the slide. If the...

Maybe look at the bottom of the slide. If the dacor (black tarp material) is frayed, it can bind up and cause the slide not to move smoothly.

Have a look at Chucks Darco repair. This is one of...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 04-11-2024, 06:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 845
Posted By Daryles
IF you boondock a LOT in areas with few trees,...

IF you boondock a LOT in areas with few trees, solar works great. Last summer we were in the Canadian Rockies. Stayed at NP Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper. They have TALL trees (except for Jasper,...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 04-10-2024, 07:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 650
Posted By Daryles
2018 you should be 50A. For the rear wall...

2018 you should be 50A.
For the rear wall receptacle you want a

NEMA SS2-50P 125/250V] [Twist-Lock]

Not necessarily this one (white).

True Mods 50A Inlet Shore Power Supply Receptacle for...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-10-2024, 07:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By Daryles
Start with cleaning the contacts in the 7 way...

Start with cleaning the contacts in the 7 way cable and the truck bed receptacle. I used #200 sand paper and "Deoxit". Roll up the sand paper to get into the female contacts.
Then a little...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-10-2024, 07:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 341
Posted By Daryles
We stayed there last summer (June). Loved it. ...

We stayed there last summer (June). Loved it.
Beautiful Campground. Wonderful staff. Well stocked store and an ice cream bar.
Picture, view out our back window.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-07-2024, 07:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 862
Posted By Daryles
I just got done de-winterizing today. Rig was...

I just got done de-winterizing today. Rig was bone dry. I also have an inline water meter.
Flushed the water heater with a Camco rinse wand. Cleaned and put the anode rod in.
I had to sanitize...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-07-2024, 06:07 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,196
Posted By Daryles
We carry a 50A extension cord. It has come in...

We carry a 50A extension cord. It has come in useful over the years. It would reach the front of your truck bed.
We carry our generators on a rear hitch carrier. We use a parallel kit and and a 10'...
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