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Forum: Repairs & Service 03-24-2024, 01:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 645
Posted By ACKLM8
Fortunately the full-extension drawer slides are...

Fortunately the full-extension drawer slides are not RV-specific. They are commonly available. Length is the main variable, so, as another poster said, take one to the store to match. You might...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-06-2024, 02:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 841
Posted By ACKLM8
Our inverter has a GFI built into it which would...

Our inverter has a GFI built into it which would protect the inverted outlets when the inverter is providing power. If on shore power the inverter is isolated and there would have to be another GFI...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-06-2024, 01:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 841
Posted By ACKLM8
The only outlets that need to be ground-fault...

The only outlets that need to be ground-fault protected are those in proximity to water exposure, ergo, bathroom sink, kitchen sink, outdoor outlet and pass-through outlet. For our 3121RL that is a...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-06-2024, 01:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,266
Posted By ACKLM8
The power share switch issue was mentioned...

The power share switch issue was mentioned elsewhere in the thread...just an additional note is that they can be set to prioritize one of the two "appliances" connected to it. Usually the microwave...
Forum: Brrr it's cold outside! Winter Camping 01-10-2024, 03:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 964
Posted By ACKLM8
Next to your entry door there should be a placard...

Next to your entry door there should be a placard that proclaims "Four-Season Living." I suppose that is subject to interpretation, but our experience in moderate winter conditions has met...
Forum: Boon-docking 01-10-2024, 03:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,414
Posted By ACKLM8
Looks like Cava Robles

Looks like Cava Robles
Forum: Campgrounds State, Provincial & Federal 12-31-2023, 02:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,475
Posted By ACKLM8
Our only experience in the Asheville area was the...

Our only experience in the Asheville area was the KOA West Asheville. We thought it a nice campground, in the hills with some nice mountain views.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-31-2023, 02:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,278
Posted By ACKLM8
Curious why you think it's a DC motor on a 110VAC...

Curious why you think it's a DC motor on a 110VAC appliance? Not saying it isn't...just that they would have to incorporate a rectifier circuit, which seems superfluous.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-13-2023, 02:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,550
Posted By ACKLM8
As noted, the door switch issue is a common...

As noted, the door switch issue is a common problem, notably with users who tend to open the door while the unit is still nuking. This apparently resulted in arcing in the switch and ultimate...
Forum: New Member Introductions 12-13-2023, 02:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,926
Posted By ACKLM8
Both trailers we have owned (a Lance TT and...

Both trailers we have owned (a Lance TT and Montana) came with factory installed back up cameras. On the Montana it (Furrion) was part of the Legacy package and included rear and side cameras. I...
Forum: Trailers, Tow Vehicles & RV related items for Sale 12-13-2023, 02:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,322
Posted By ACKLM8
2.54 cm/in, so 99.06 cm = 39 in. And so on.

2.54 cm/in, so 99.06 cm = 39 in. And so on.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-03-2023, 02:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,238
Posted By ACKLM8
I believe the short answer to the question you...

I believe the short answer to the question you actually asked is that you don't know which tank the valve is drawing from if both are open. As noted by another post, you can "force" tank selection...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-04-2023, 02:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,254
Posted By ACKLM8
Might be a stud, but maybe not. I have suspected...

Might be a stud, but maybe not. I have suspected that there is a vent pipe that might run in that general area, so unless I could confirm or deny that I wouldn't drill any holes.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-28-2023, 01:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,538
Posted By ACKLM8
Generally been happy with Garmin 780 RV GPS,...

Generally been happy with Garmin 780 RV GPS, which comprehends the RV dimensions for planning purposes. Google Maps on the side when questions arise as they sometimes do.
Forum: Member News 05-10-2023, 02:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,077
Posted By ACKLM8
The "27 states in 75 days" grabbed my attention....

The "27 states in 75 days" grabbed my attention. During our first RV "circumnavigation" of the country we camped in 21 states (and 1 Canadian province) but it took us 300 days. And when we were done...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-07-2023, 01:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,861
Posted By ACKLM8
One other caveat...the Keystone video about the...

One other caveat...the Keystone video about the KeyTV system advises that if you want to watch over-the-air channels you should not be hooked up to a cable TV input. Since you are getting channels...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-26-2023, 01:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,327
Posted By ACKLM8
Just for interest I looked at our Magnum...

Just for interest I looked at our Magnum inverter. We are hooked up to shore power and the status light (next to the voltage/current display) is green. FYI
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-26-2023, 01:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,622
Posted By ACKLM8
The "popping" noise is a common complaint and the...

The "popping" noise is a common complaint and the addition of anti-stiction fluid is the best solution (as covered by Lippert's technical bulletin). But just to add another wrinkle, I also am aware...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-19-2023, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,928
Posted By ACKLM8
We had been traveling for a year in our 2020...

We had been traveling for a year in our 2020 3121RL and started to set up in a campground but the jacks wouldn't go down. As in your situation, the solenoid was clicking but nothing else. We had the...
Forum: Repairs & Service 12-21-2022, 02:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,431
Posted By ACKLM8
If your ambient temp was down in the 30's then...

If your ambient temp was down in the 30's then you are probably just up against the efficiency curve of the heat pump. They don't stop working at 40 degrees, but these are small units and they...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-12-2022, 01:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,464
Posted By ACKLM8
As noted by several, "isolating" the batteries...

As noted by several, "isolating" the batteries does not remove all connections. In fact, the hydraulic system remains directly connected to the batteries, as does the inverter if you have one. ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 10-30-2022, 01:48 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 15,345
Posted By ACKLM8
The 3/4 ton vs 1 ton evaluation, as...

The 3/4 ton vs 1 ton evaluation, as well-expressed in this thread, is a mathematical one. Weights are weights and spec's are spec's. Using a percentage of gross trailer weight as the pin weight in...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-23-2022, 02:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 941
Posted By ACKLM8
Tank heater switches. Ours were not marked,...

Tank heater switches. Ours were not marked, either.
Forum: Repairs & Service 09-04-2022, 02:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,958
Posted By ACKLM8
Before you get too deep into replacing things,...

Before you get too deep into replacing things, try grabbing the door and pulling it to extend it fully. The extension hinges "creep" a bit over time and don't allow full extension. Cure is just to...
Forum: Navigation 08-21-2022, 01:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,246
Posted By ACKLM8
We stayed at Garden of the Gods RV resort and it...

We stayed at Garden of the Gods RV resort and it was fine. Proximity to Garden of the Gods and other hiking was a plus. Downtown is not far. Air Force Academy is great to visit (check to see if...
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