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Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-16-2023, 01:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,705
Posted By Budman229
We have a 2021 3121RL. I have replaced the water...

We have a 2021 3121RL. I have replaced the water side with these from Amazon and added the same ones to the other side. Easy to replace and work fine.
...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-12-2022, 02:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,952
Posted By Budman229
My truck does have a "extra heavy duty...

My truck does have a "extra heavy duty alternator" which I read to mean 240 amps. Don't know if this makes a difference.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-12-2022, 02:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,952
Posted By Budman229
With 2 100ah batteries and probably having shore...

With 2 100ah batteries and probably having shore power each night to charge when traveling, do I need to charge going down the road? Can I just disconnect the 12v charging wire from the pigtail? ...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-12-2022, 08:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,952
Posted By Budman229
I believe it will. Someone on another forum said...

I believe it will. Someone on another forum said their frig. ran for over 10 hrs. on one 100ah battery.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-12-2022, 07:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,952
Posted By Budman229
Just going to put in 2 100ah bats. The inverter...

Just going to put in 2 100ah bats. The inverter is 2000 watts. We basically use it to power the residential frig. going down the road or when we have a power outage. The 2 year old original...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-11-2022, 06:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,952
Posted By Budman229
Just switching to lithium. Want to power the...

Just switching to lithium. Want to power the inverter longer.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-11-2022, 05:51 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,952
Posted By Budman229
I'm leaning towards Chins Smart batteries. It...

I'm leaning towards Chins Smart batteries. It has low temp cutoff, internal heaters and Bluetooth. Will Prowse did a review on it and gave it good marks. Not bad for $550 each on Amazon. Any...
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-10-2022, 06:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,952
Posted By Budman229
Thanks. We generally go to Fl. in December, but...

Thanks. We generally go to Fl. in December, but it does get cold before we go. I can probably figure out a heater for the battery compartment. Any recommendations as to brand? So many out there.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 07-10-2022, 03:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,952
Posted By Budman229
Lithium battery charging in cold weather

We are planning on switching to lithium batteries for the RV. There are so many brands, options and prices. My current concern (of which I have many) is charging in below freezing temps. Is this a...
Forum: What I'd like to say if... 05-05-2021, 02:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,564
Posted By Budman229
We ordered a 2020 3121RL in Feb. of 2020. We...

We ordered a 2020 3121RL in Feb. of 2020. We paid a $5,000 deposit and signed a contract. Received a 2021 model at the end of June and the dealer (Camping World) honored the contract price.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-13-2021, 04:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,188
Posted By Budman229
We have a 2021 3121RL and I am installing a...

We have a 2021 3121RL and I am installing a replacement transfer switch tomorrow. I get the wiring. What I'm confused about is the torque settings on the wiring. Can anyone tell me what are the...
Forum: Maintenance 11-20-2020, 03:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,924
Posted By Budman229
I finally got the pump to prine (it took awhile)....

I finally got the pump to prine (it took awhile). I think I'll use a smaller tube like you did next year. Great idea.
Forum: Maintenance 11-13-2020, 11:41 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,924
Posted By Budman229
Is there a good way to prime the pump when...

Is there a good way to prime the pump when putting in the antifreeze? I looked at the Keystone video on YouTube and in the comments, the Keystone guy said to use a secondary pump.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-01-2020, 03:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,893
Posted By Budman229
No, you need one for the hot and one for the...

No, you need one for the hot and one for the ground. Red for hot, white for ground. Just use a razer knife to carefully separate the two for two or three inches.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-01-2020, 01:29 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,893
Posted By Budman229
I didn't cut the wire. I used Posi-Tap...

I didn't cut the wire. I used Posi-Tap connectors. They allow you to tap into the power source and hook up the WiFi power cord with the same connector. First time I've used them and they work...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-26-2020, 07:39 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,893
Posted By Budman229
Thanks! I appreciate it! Paul

Thanks! I appreciate it!

Paul
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 08-17-2020, 03:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,893
Posted By Budman229
Thinking about one also. I pulled the ceiling...

Thinking about one also. I pulled the ceiling cover off today to see the wiring. There are the 3 small wifi wires and two sets of red/white wires available. I think I can use either one of the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 06-18-2020, 08:26 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,430
Posted By Budman229
Yes, you can if you are careful when you turn...

Yes, you can if you are careful when you turn them on and watch what else is running. Our current RV has three. Turn them on one at a time and wait for the compressor to kick in before starting the...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 03-05-2020, 08:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,388
Posted By Budman229
Our current RV has H rated Sailun tires that need...

Our current RV has H rated Sailun tires that need 125psi cold. On a warm day, the pressure while driving will increase to around 142 psi.
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 03-05-2020, 08:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,579
Posted By Budman229
Found it!! Good to go. Thanks! I really...

Found it!! Good to go. Thanks! I really appreciate it.
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 03-04-2020, 08:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,579
Posted By Budman229
Disc Brake Compatibility with Ford Controller

Not sure if this is the right place to post this. We have a 2016 F-450 we will be using to tow our soon to be 2020 Montana with disc brakes. I have been getting conflicting information as to...
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-04-2020, 08:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,803
Posted By Budman229
Just ordered a 2020 3121RL

Hi Gang,

Just ordered a new Montana 3121RL. Downsizing from a 2017 Landmark Newport. Need something a little shorter. Went from 43' to 35'. Hope to make some new friends here.

Paul
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