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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-07-2021, 08:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,432
Posted By Drdon1057
Hi, I dont know if I was lucky but, I connected...

Hi, I dont know if I was lucky but, I connected the new cable to the old one and put a light wtap of electrical tape on it and fished it thru. Dont know if this will work for you, just a suggestion....
Forum: Long Timers 03-15-2021, 11:58 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,019
Posted By Drdon1057
I find it is less stressful to just turn the main...

I find it is less stressful to just turn the main water valve off, and turn power off, to water heater. This way I don't sit and worry about broken water lines. I found that my electric bill goes...
Forum: Long Timers 03-11-2021, 06:08 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,019
Posted By Drdon1057
I bought a security camera from Amazon that you...

I bought a security camera from Amazon that you can control with your phone. So if I want to see what's going on at home all I have to do is pull out phone. It cost less than 50 bucks. Just make sure...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 03-11-2021, 05:57 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,462
Posted By Drdon1057
Look on Amazon they have locks from 11 dollars...

Look on Amazon they have locks from 11 dollars up. Main thing is Locks are made for honest people. If they want to steal it Well I hope your insurance covers loss. Happy Trails
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-11-2021, 05:44 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,729
Posted By Drdon1057
Last time I was on Amazon website they had the...

Last time I was on Amazon website they had the locks you are looking for. I would look there and ask them if it would work. Good Luck and Happy Trails
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 03-01-2021, 06:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,076
Posted By Drdon1057
To test batteries: do one battery at a time, that...

To test batteries: do one battery at a time, that is if you have two. I used this method for the past 40 plus years, (I am heavy equip. mechanic). With cables disconnected, take caps off fill holes,...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 02-25-2021, 03:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,374
Posted By Drdon1057
The last window I put in was actually a large...

The last window I put in was actually a large moon roof for a car. It worked perfect because I was able to put foam panels between the walls and draw it tight together with mounting ring on moon...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 01-28-2021, 07:32 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,541
Posted By Drdon1057
Have you checked the cells in battery to see if...

Have you checked the cells in battery to see if you have a dead cell? When ever I have a battery problem I always check charge from post to fill holes in battery. Hook one side of a multi meter to...
Forum: Maintenance 01-25-2021, 07:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,577
Posted By Drdon1057
I would go to Ace hardware or True Value...

I would go to Ace hardware or True Value something like that and get All new hex headed bolts and j clips. It wont happen again. I also Vaseline the treads before installation. Good Kuck
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 01-25-2021, 07:19 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,807
Posted By Drdon1057
I bought a 12 ton bottle Jack at Kmart, 35 years...

I bought a 12 ton bottle Jack at Kmart, 35 years ago when we had a 24ft. Class A Sightseer. I had a flat, and the garage wanted $25.00 to change the tire plus a 3 hour wait. I found the jack was...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-25-2021, 04:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,956
Posted By Drdon1057
Howdy, I would check the suspension, might have...

Howdy, I would check the suspension, might have a dry bushing on shackle or might have had a couple leads snap. I have been in units when they let go and, it makes a loud pop. I routinely lift unit...
Forum: New Member Introductions 01-25-2021, 04:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,520
Posted By Drdon1057
Welcome and Happy Trails to You

Welcome and Happy Trails to You
Forum: Maintenance 01-25-2021, 04:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 22,580
Posted By Drdon1057
Check propane, a low tank will cause it not to...

Check propane, a low tank will cause it not to fire up. Happy Trails and Stay Safe
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-15-2021, 03:09 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,840
Posted By Drdon1057
I always use Vaseline to cover outside locks, a...

I always use Vaseline to cover outside locks, a light coating over the outside key opening and I aalso pull tumblers out and coat them. It has worked for as long as I've been doing that. Kind of...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-14-2021, 08:07 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,840
Posted By Drdon1057
I just installed these on my Montana 3000RK, fit...

I just installed these on my Montana 3000RK, fit good and lock tight. Happy Trails and Stay Safe

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07258FCLH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 01-14-2021, 07:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,840
Posted By Drdon1057
I just installed these on my Montana 3000RK, fit...

I just installed these on my Montana 3000RK, fit good and lock tight. Happy Trails and Stay Safe

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07258FCLH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-14-2020, 07:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,109
Posted By Drdon1057
Hi this is the sensor I used. Brand: Sensky ...

Hi this is the sensor I used.
Brand: Sensky
4.3 out of 5 stars 153Reviews
Sensky BS009 12V 24V PIR Sensor LED Motion Sensor Switch Motion Timer Function Sign Control PIR Controller LED Strips...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-14-2020, 02:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,109
Posted By Drdon1057
Hi what I have done is use the wiring that goes...

Hi what I have done is use the wiring that goes to your outside light at the door. I bought a 12v motion switch from Amazon they are about one inch by 2. I took and drilled a small hole in the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 12-01-2020, 06:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,531
Posted By Drdon1057
In the many years of twisting wrenches, 40+, that...

In the many years of twisting wrenches, 40+, that sounds like a stuck thermostat. I would change that first, then I would Back flush heater core if thermostat didn't fix heat problem. Just...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 11-24-2020, 03:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,694
Posted By Drdon1057
If they light but are dim I would check batteries...

If they light but are dim I would check batteries water level and charge. You cam also take a multi meter and check the cells themself. Pop the tops of fill plugs on battery. Check voltage from...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-20-2020, 06:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,932
Posted By Drdon1057
We keep ours plugged in 365. But when we had our...

We keep ours plugged in 365. But when we had our other campers I had a 10 dollar Harbor Freight battery tender hooked up with battery neg. cable disconnected. I found with the AGM batteries that the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-30-2020, 12:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,708
Posted By Drdon1057
I went to Harbor Freight and got a small funnel,...

I went to Harbor Freight and got a small funnel, attached it to a hose and raised it up above door. Once it started pumping stopped and put it in jug. Hope you get it. Happy Trails
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-22-2020, 04:17 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,691
Posted By Drdon1057
We went with a Vizio smart tv. We have had a...

We went with a Vizio smart tv. We have had a Vizio for about 15 years. The first 50 inch one in house weighed about 125 lbs. They are now about 25lbs. I just measured the opening in cabinet and...
Forum: Full Timing in your Montana 10-22-2020, 03:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,042
Posted By Drdon1057
When ours did that, I removed the hinge screws...

When ours did that, I removed the hinge screws and put a one by one inch piece of wood. I then put the next size up screws in the hinge holes. I also used 4, 1/4"×20×1.25" bolts, washers, and self...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 10-08-2020, 01:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,206
Posted By Drdon1057
Sorry didn't mean it to sound like you needed it...

Sorry didn't mean it to sound like you needed it to stay in for days, we would do it when we opened up for the season and flushed it the next day.
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