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Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 04-18-2022, 07:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,541
Posted By TheKothes
I am a huge fan of the Optima brand batteries. I...

I am a huge fan of the Optima brand batteries. I have my RV plugged into power 24x7 and I burned through several standard deep cycle batteries before going to Optima. The model you select is more...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 09-27-2021, 08:33 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 14,186
Posted By TheKothes
Better to have it and not need it then need it...

Better to have it and not need it then need it and not have it. In the overall picture it is a small price to get the slider than risk it for a few hundred dollars. I have a manual Curt slider and...
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-27-2021, 08:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,407
Posted By TheKothes
Better to have it and not need it then need it...

Better to have it and not need it then need it and not have it. In the overall picture it is a small price to get the slider than risk it for a few hundred dollars. I have a manual Curt slider and...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 07-06-2021, 08:03 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 24,819
Posted By TheKothes
Since the time I posted on this thread I have...

Since the time I posted on this thread I have made a few changes to improve my A/C. I replaced the thermostats with the Micro-Air brand as suggested by another thread and they work better than the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-21-2021, 01:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,900
Posted By TheKothes
Bed Replacement

We replaced ours with a "Puffy" mattress. puffy.com. It came in a roll so getting into the camper was pretty easy. We also have a purple in our house and I think the Puffy is a tad more...
Forum: Full Timing in your Montana 10-21-2020, 03:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,137
Posted By TheKothes
RV Bed

I just finished the same rebuild on the bed. We have a king and it did not support all of the bed. So I put a new top that covered more area and added some supports on one side where it hangs over...
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 07-13-2020, 07:27 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,292
Posted By TheKothes
When I researched getting mine aligned I was...

When I researched getting mine aligned I was directed to a truck repair shop. They have the tools to work on trailers. I never went since I discovered the rear axle was bent.
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 07-13-2020, 07:25 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,292
Posted By TheKothes
Towards the ground in the middle causing the...

Towards the ground in the middle causing the wheels to have a negative camber. Which is why the inside edges wore so fast.
Forum: TIRES, Montana Tires 07-12-2020, 06:11 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,292
Posted By TheKothes
I had the same issue with my Montana 3811MS. ...

I had the same issue with my Montana 3811MS. Mine turned out to be a bent axle. If you looked under the coach at the axle you could tell it was bent compared to the one in front. If it happens...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 05-31-2020, 02:34 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 24,819
Posted By TheKothes
A/C Problems

We too fought the A/C in our Montana when we bought it. Our dealer told us to leave it on manual and to not use Auto. While I did not experience the unit shutting down after reaching temp and then...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 08-21-2019, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,107
Posted By TheKothes
Add a Baggage Door to 3811MS

We have a 2017 3811MS Montana. My only small complaint is the lack of basement storage. This weekend I noticed my hot water heater was sticking out away from the wall on the outside of the RV. I...
Forum: Tow Vehicles & Towing 08-05-2018, 07:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,733
Posted By TheKothes
We pull our 3811 Montana with a Chevy 2500 HD...

We pull our 3811 Montana with a Chevy 2500 HD Duramax. Mine is a 2015 and in the new models they have increased the capacities. Engine brake is essential in the hills and mountains so you can slow...
Forum: Maintenance 07-02-2018, 04:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,321
Posted By TheKothes
I fought Lead/Acid batteries for years on my fist...

I fought Lead/Acid batteries for years on my fist fifth wheel. I keep mine plugged in all the time in a storage building as we use it as a guest room when people visit. I finally gave in and spent...
Forum: Repairs & Service 09-24-2017, 02:27 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 77,425
Posted By TheKothes
On the roof when you take the cover off the AC...

On the roof when you take the cover off the AC there is a Styrofoam cover or shroud that is over the return air portion of the unit. You will want to check it for leaking air and tape/seal it up...
Forum: Repairs & Service 09-24-2017, 02:24 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 77,425
Posted By TheKothes
I have not trimmed the registers yet. Done...

I have not trimmed the registers yet. Done sweating for today. I did find out on this unit all of the registers are on a common zone. I found that design a bit odd. I did look at them and mine...
Forum: Repairs & Service 09-24-2017, 02:08 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 77,425
Posted By TheKothes
Installed the PVC and cleaned out the sawdust. ...

Installed the PVC and cleaned out the sawdust. Tied up the wires as well. It is noticeably louder which tells me there is more air flow. We will find out on the next venture.
Forum: Repairs & Service 09-23-2017, 12:04 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 77,425
Posted By TheKothes
My return air suction is horrible as well. I was...

My return air suction is horrible as well. I was told by the dealer when I took it to them for service to check the air they removed both units from the roof and "fixed" the duct work so it would...
Forum: Repairs & Service 09-23-2017, 10:57 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 77,425
Posted By TheKothes
I purchased a new Montana 3811 in March of 2017. ...

I purchased a new Montana 3811 in March of 2017. I had it back to the dealer for the AC after we took it out the first time here in Texas. It gets hot here as you might guess and so far we have not...
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