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Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing Yesterday, 07:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,250
Posted By StageCoachDriver
Fixed hitch will work if you're careful making...

Fixed hitch will work if you're careful making sharp turns and/or baking into tight spots. I have a long bed and I've had my truck at 90 degrees backing into my storage spot more than once (not a...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas Yesterday, 07:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,181
Posted By StageCoachDriver
Most utilities charge based on a sliding (upward)...

Most utilities charge based on a sliding (upward) scale depending on the amount of power consumed. Camp grounds with a lot of residents will usually be billed at the highest rate per KWH. The CG...
Forum: Maintenance 02-14-2024, 01:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,225
Posted By StageCoachDriver
My experience is they never respond.

My experience is they never respond.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 11-19-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,346
Posted By StageCoachDriver
Dyson or similar vcacuum recharger?

Dyson or similar vcacuum recharger?
Forum: Long Timers 10-24-2023, 05:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,946
Posted By StageCoachDriver
New Day has my mortgage. One tip, finance just...

New Day has my mortgage. One tip, finance just what you own on the property. If you take cash out, their rate is a bit higher, at least it was so in my case. Since I only financed the amount owed, 1)...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 09-17-2023, 07:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,635
Posted By StageCoachDriver
I notice my TST is a few seconds behind real...

I notice my TST is a few seconds behind real world activity. Example, inflating a tire, it takes a few seconds to register the increase in pressure. Probably 5-10 second delay. I have flow thru...
Forum: It's a Dirty Job but Someone has to do it! 09-17-2023, 07:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,580
Posted By StageCoachDriver
You don't leave your black tank open all the...

You don't leave your black tank open all the time, do you? If you, you may have a pyramid of solid waste below your toilet. If so, you may be able to break it up with a toilet blaster.


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Forum: Repairs & Service 07-13-2023, 06:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,372
Posted By StageCoachDriver
Same story here. I drilled thru the skirts and...

Same story here. I drilled thru the skirts and used wide head screws to secure them to the body. I've written Keystone asking to buy 2 replacement skirts but haven't heard back (2 months). Based on...
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-05-2023, 07:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,266
Posted By StageCoachDriver
As a new owner of a fifth wheel, here's some...

As a new owner of a fifth wheel, here's some advise. Always be aware of tail swing when driving forward and reverse. When you turn right, watch the rear of the trailer in the right mirror. Same when...
Forum: Sitting around the Campfire 06-14-2023, 06:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,787
Posted By StageCoachDriver
It all depends on how much the local government...

It all depends on how much the local government taxes diesel vs regular.
Forum: Full Timing in your Montana 05-17-2023, 02:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,519
Posted By StageCoachDriver
50 amp service is actually 2, 50 amp circuits, 50...

50 amp service is actually 2, 50 amp circuits, 50 amps on each leg. That's a ton more current than 2, 30 amp circuits.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-01-2023, 07:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,449
Posted By StageCoachDriver
When I park my 5th wheel in my storage lot, I put...

When I park my 5th wheel in my storage lot, I put the jacks down and take the batteries home. I also have a king pin lock. All of these things can easily be defeated by a determined thief, but...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-28-2022, 12:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,298
Posted By StageCoachDriver
One thing that can extend the life of your cords...

One thing that can extend the life of your cords and plugs is never connect or disconnect with the power on.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-28-2022, 12:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,221
Posted By StageCoachDriver
If it's safe for truckers, it's safe for you.

If it's safe for truckers, it's safe for you.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-13-2022, 01:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,089
Posted By StageCoachDriver
I get Michelins at Costco. Best price for really...

I get Michelins at Costco. Best price for really good, quite tires. 50K to 60K warranty.
Forum: Navigation 10-09-2022, 07:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,485
Posted By StageCoachDriver
I enter my total length, 53', total weight 18,000...

I enter my total length, 53', total weight 18,000 lbs, and height 13' 5".
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-29-2022, 01:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,668
Posted By StageCoachDriver
I use a Valterra cap and carry a plastic pail to...

I use a Valterra cap and carry a plastic pail to catch the waste. Sometimes it's grey water, sometimes it's black and sometimes it's a little of both and sometimes it's nothing. I then dump it down...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-13-2022, 01:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,859
Posted By StageCoachDriver
I've got a kitchen cable with 1 strand about to...

I've got a kitchen cable with 1 strand about to break. I have a replacement cable and a swaging tool to help replace. I bought a second repair cable, so I'll still have a spare after I replace to...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 03-21-2022, 09:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,489
Posted By StageCoachDriver
2017 gas GMC 2500HD, long bed. 8-9 MPG.

2017 gas GMC 2500HD, long bed. 8-9 MPG.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 03-21-2022, 09:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,370
Posted By StageCoachDriver
I keep a small amount of water in my freshwater...

I keep a small amount of water in my freshwater tank to flush the toilet when traveling. Other than that, I use park water.
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 03-16-2022, 04:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,868
Posted By StageCoachDriver
Don't think a Chevy Colorado can tow a Montana...

Don't think a Chevy Colorado can tow a Montana (any Montana) safely. Besides that, isn't the Colorado a V-6? Not sure a Detroit production V-6 can pull a 12,000 lb plus load up a hill very easily.
Forum: Boon-docking 03-10-2022, 05:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,644
Posted By StageCoachDriver
You're close to Reno. Hop in the car and drive...

You're close to Reno. Hop in the car and drive over to Reno and pick one up. You don't have to show proof of residency to buy in Nevada.
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 03-06-2022, 05:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,994
Posted By StageCoachDriver
American interstate highways are probably at the...

American interstate highways are probably at the heart of the problem. See if you can find someone in your area that does trailer axle alignment. and have them check everything out.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-06-2022, 05:40 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,962
Posted By StageCoachDriver
I'm surprised Vanleigh and DRV were just as bad,...

I'm surprised Vanleigh and DRV were just as bad, but I've heard even Air Stream quality has slipped a bit. I have an early edition 2019 (built in 2018) which I plan to hold on to until I'm no longer...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 02-23-2022, 05:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,896
Posted By StageCoachDriver
There may be a switch on the bottom of the light....

There may be a switch on the bottom of the light. Don't know what the setup is on a 2011 unit. Several of my older units were configured that way.
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