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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-05-2023, 09:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,653
Posted By sourdough
I've seen the bottoms of slides covered in...

I've seen the bottoms of slides covered in multiple materials. Sounds like you have some with darco (woven plastic material) and another solid type material (I've seen it, tapped it and touched it...
Forum: Additions & Improvements 08-05-2023, 09:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,686
Posted By sourdough
That's a good mod that one needs to do it adding...

That's a good mod that one needs to do it adding "stuff" on the back of the RV blocking the tail lights....that is illegal.
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 08-05-2023, 09:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,138
Posted By sourdough
You lost 120vac while you were gone. No AC = no...

You lost 120vac while you were gone. No AC = no converter = no battery charging = dead batteries. Dead batteries = no control functions for A/C, fridge or power for lights. Sounds like your...
Forum: Maintenance 04-26-2023, 10:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,059
Posted By sourdough
I use 303 as well. Baby powder is OK but we sit...

I use 303 as well. Baby powder is OK but we sit for extended periods at times and I like the UV protection and rejuvenation aspects of 303.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-26-2023, 10:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,107
Posted By sourdough
^^^^This.

^^^^This.
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-21-2023, 07:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,657
Posted By sourdough
OP this is late but I just saw this, sorry. I've...

OP this is late but I just saw this, sorry. I've had the same thing happen. Fortunately I saw the J wrap pulling out and about the first 5' or so pulling back in the wind (driver side). I caught...
Forum: On the Road Again 04-20-2023, 08:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,604
Posted By sourdough
As of April 3 it was as bad, or worse, than it's...

As of April 3 it was as bad, or worse, than it's ever been.
Forum: Solar, Charging Systems, Batteries and Electrical 04-20-2023, 07:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,186
Posted By sourdough
To just confirm, you can do what you are...

To just confirm, you can do what you are inquiring about with an extension cord. You didn't mention the length or the gauge of wire that you intend to use. A 14ga. cord "can" carry 15A but if it is...
Forum: On the Road Again 04-20-2023, 07:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,604
Posted By sourdough
I've made both routes many, many times. Had a...

I've made both routes many, many times. Had a vacation home in Cloudcroft NM (hwy 82) for 25 years. I've traveled both and always used 82 to get where you want to go (travel to Abilene all the time...
Forum: Repairs & Service 04-17-2023, 06:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,026
Posted By sourdough
I had a gray tank replaced on the last trailer. ...

I had a gray tank replaced on the last trailer. It developed a hole in the top and leaked when nearing full. I had the dealer replace it and the cost was $3200. Way more than I thought it should...
Forum: Full Timing in your Montana 04-16-2023, 08:55 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 22,474
Posted By sourdough
There are some differences between the MHC and...

There are some differences between the MHC and the Montana. I opted for the MHC for reasons particular to me but went through both models and many other brands.

The basic Montana has bling the...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-16-2023, 03:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,551
Posted By sourdough
Congrats on getting the new, undamaged rig with...

Congrats on getting the new, undamaged rig with no hassle! Hopefully it is just like you wanted. Be sure and go through that PDI with them as was suggested. The best and easiest way to get any...
Forum: Maintenance 04-11-2023, 11:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,485
Posted By sourdough
I believe the link in post 1 referenced a comment...

I believe the link in post 1 referenced a comment I made about 303. I have used ICE and still do occasionally. The 303 is primarily to protect the decals on the trailer (and all other vinyl/rubber...
Forum: Insurance 04-11-2023, 10:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,587
Posted By sourdough
OP don't know if you found a solution or not but...

OP don't know if you found a solution or not but noted you mentioned you had Geico on your car. I have Geico as well on my vehicles and they carry my RV insurance as well. Have you contacted them? ...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-11-2023, 10:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,551
Posted By sourdough
I would pass and have them get a new undamaged...

I would pass and have them get a new undamaged unit - that's what you paid for. If you let them repair it you are then the owner of a damaged trailer repaired with just how much expertise? You have...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 04-11-2023, 10:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,705
Posted By sourdough
There should be information on the strut on the...

There should be information on the strut on the side. If it has been working well go with the same pound rating, if not you can raise or lower the resistance but do so with both struts. Measure the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 01-07-2023, 09:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,487
Posted By sourdough
I would be very leery of paying an RV "inspector"...

I would be very leery of paying an RV "inspector" unless I knew him, someone who knew him or something. I know of one (personally) that knows some stuff and doesn't know even more stuff. As has...
Forum: Maintenance 01-07-2023, 09:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,308
Posted By sourdough
For my last trailer I bought a number of them at...

For my last trailer I bought a number of them at a trailer sales/repair facility. I then found them on Amazon just need to know your diameter. Got rid of the trailer but still have a sack of them...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-11-2022, 07:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,567
Posted By sourdough
As has been said a vented, stackable combo is the...

As has been said a vented, stackable combo is the only way to go...but that doesn't address your issue.

The unit being in a slide greatly increases the problem simply because the slide itself is...
Forum: Navigation 12-10-2022, 04:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,627
Posted By sourdough
I've taken that route many times. The last...

I've taken that route many times. The last though was about 4 years ago and not with a trailer in tow. Not a bad road, some twisties but not enough for worry that I recall. There are some grades...
Forum: Pet Palace 12-10-2022, 04:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,856
Posted By sourdough
Agree with the others. Our puppy is old and has...

Agree with the others. Our puppy is old and has cancer. She goes with us and we figure when it happens we will just have her taken care of by cremation and either wait until it is done or have her...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 12-09-2022, 10:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,102
Posted By sourdough
For reference review the attached Interstate...

For reference review the attached Interstate battery link;

https://www.intechtrailers.com/images/info/PDF/Interstate-Battery/Interstate-Battery-Marine-Grade-Battery-Maintenance-Manual.pdf

Note...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 12-06-2022, 09:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,766
Posted By sourdough
Try these guys: ...

Try these guys:

https://www.steelerubber.com/track-channel-70-4120-265

The link is to the track I have but they have all kinds.
Forum: Full Timing in your Montana 11-30-2022, 08:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,309
Posted By sourdough
Yes, the concept is used in lots of applications...

Yes, the concept is used in lots of applications but it doesn't really matter on the water heater; you use the 12vdc to pull the relay and the 120vac is going to arc/go into full operation mode no...
Forum: General Discussions about our Montanas 11-30-2022, 08:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,488
Posted By sourdough
BakFlip for me. I've had it now for 10 years...

BakFlip for me. I've had it now for 10 years (going on 11) on 3 different trucks (Ram) and I don't want anything else.
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