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07-08-2017, 08:28 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: May 2017
Location: McArthur
Posts: 53
M.O.C. #19916
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Surge Protector for my 3731FL
I was going to buy a Progressive Industries EMS-HW50C for my Montana but the dealership told me that I didn't need to because the RV had a built in surge Protector. I would like any opinion on this matter.
Thanks
R.Berry
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07-08-2017, 08:44 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Kamiah
Posts: 332
M.O.C. #14438
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Unless it was installed by the dealer I'm sure you don't have one. Keystone does not install them. Not even an option on my 2017 Montana. Go with the Progressive and sleep good at night.
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Ron&Sue
2017 Montana 3720RL Legacy
14' Ram 3500 DRW
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07-08-2017, 08:52 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
Posts: 18,799
M.O.C. #11455
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The dealer doesn't have the faintest idea what he's talking about. Besides, a Progressive EMS will do far more than just protect you against surges.
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07-08-2017, 09:11 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Salem
Posts: 7,550
M.O.C. #2283
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You need to keep that camper it's a collectors piece. The only one ever built like it.
Get the Progressive EMS.
Lynwood
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07-08-2017, 01:22 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: May 2017
Location: McArthur
Posts: 53
M.O.C. #19916
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Thanks everyone, Just what I thought
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07-08-2017, 01:36 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Lake Gaston
Posts: 8,773
M.O.C. #12156
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Ignorant dealership. Progressive makes a great product. Highly recommend.
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Mike and Lorraine
2002 3655 FL, 2005 3650RK
2010 3665RE, 2015 3910FB
F350 crew cab dually 6.7
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07-08-2017, 08:32 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Pahrump
Posts: 2,523
M.O.C. #1081
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Is your rig a new or used Montana? You didn't say. If it is used possibly the previous owner added one to it
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07-09-2017, 07:10 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Colorado Springs
Posts: 3,335
M.O.C. #10496
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Progressive Industries EMS-HW50C
My very 1st mod that I installed before we left on our 1st trip with our new Montana.
Huge peace of mind.
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2010 3150RL
LevelUp, Dual 6 volt batteries, Progressive Industries EMS HW50C, Honda EU2000i Generator, Bridgestone Duravis R250 tires, Torklift Glowstep Revolution Stairs, LED Tail lights
2015 RAM 3500 Laramie SRW LB CC Cummins 6.7L Aisin Trans B&W RVK3600
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07-09-2017, 07:29 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: May 2017
Location: McArthur
Posts: 53
M.O.C. #19916
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Quote:
Originally Posted by PackerFan
Is your rig a new or used Montana? You didn't say. If it is used possibly the previous owner added one to it
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My Montana is new
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07-09-2017, 07:41 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: May 2017
Location: McArthur
Posts: 53
M.O.C. #19916
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My Montana is the 3731FL and the power cord plugs into the back left corner of the RV. If I got the EMS-HW50C where would I Hard-wire it in? it would be nice to have an electrical schematic for the rig.
Maybe I'll go with the EMS-PT50X instead.
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07-09-2017, 08:11 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Maryville
Posts: 178
M.O.C. #10812
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Mine is installed behind the power center. You have to pull the rear wall of the basement to get access. Kinda tight working conditions , but it fits in there nicely. JT.
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07-10-2017, 05:35 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: May 2017
Location: McArthur
Posts: 53
M.O.C. #19916
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Quote:
Originally Posted by trustymopars
Mine is installed behind the power center. You have to pull the rear wall of the basement to get access. Kinda tight working conditions , but it fits in there nicely. JT.
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Thanks I'll check that out
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07-10-2017, 06:16 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Colorado Springs
Posts: 3,335
M.O.C. #10496
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Quote:
Originally Posted by R Berry
My Montana is the 3731FL and the power cord plugs into the back left corner of the RV. If I got the EMS-HW50C where would I Hard-wire it in? it would be nice to have an electrical schematic for the rig.
Maybe I'll go with the EMS-PT50X instead.
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Don't waste your time looking for a schematic for your RV. It doesn't exist.
I located my EMS-HW50C behind the power control center. Just remove the basement panel behind the power center and you will be able to see a place to mount it.
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2010 3150RL
LevelUp, Dual 6 volt batteries, Progressive Industries EMS HW50C, Honda EU2000i Generator, Bridgestone Duravis R250 tires, Torklift Glowstep Revolution Stairs, LED Tail lights
2015 RAM 3500 Laramie SRW LB CC Cummins 6.7L Aisin Trans B&W RVK3600
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07-10-2017, 06:29 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Jun 2017
Location: Burleson
Posts: 111
M.O.C. #20065
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Our dealership said we needed one for our 2017 Montana 3811ms in order to be covered by our warranty for all the electronics. We bought the 50 amp Portable Surge Guard model 34850 (this is the one they recommended). It's portable and kind of expensive. It does the job though. You plug it in, let it diagnose the electricity at the park. When it goes green you plug your rig in and your surge protected.
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07-10-2017, 12:37 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2017
Location: new caney
Posts: 1,050
M.O.C. #19873
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Retire 2022
Our dealership said we needed one for our 2017 Montana 3811ms in order to be covered by our warranty for all the electronics. We bought the 50 amp Portable Surge Guard model 34850 (this is the one they recommended). It's portable and kind of expensive. It does the job though. You plug it in, let it diagnose the electricity at the park. When it goes green you plug your rig in and your surge protected.
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i have the same surge guard protector and i just changed it out for the hardwired progressive that is lifetime warranty and don't have to worry about thief.
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07-11-2017, 06:55 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: Stafford Springs
Posts: 524
M.O.C. #17256
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Retire 2022
Our dealership said we needed one for our 2017 Montana 3811ms in order to be covered by our warranty for all the electronics. We bought the 50 amp Portable Surge Guard model 34850 (this is the one they recommended). It's portable and kind of expensive. It does the job though. You plug it in, let it diagnose the electricity at the park. When it goes green you plug your rig in and your surge protected.
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Just a word of caution, Do not plug your rig into the pedestal or surge protector while it is powered up, you could arc your plug and trailer. turn off the pedestal and plug everything into each other first, then apply pedestal power. If there is something wrong with the park power, your EMS will not let the power go to your trailer so your protected. No need to wait to plug the trailer in. Reverse the process to unplug always shut off the pedestal breaker before unplugging or plugging in.
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Jason & Wendy
2014 Ford F-350 Lariat 6.7L PSD
2015 Keystone Montana 3711FL
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07-11-2017, 09:27 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Vancouver Island
Posts: 894
M.O.C. #14417
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Retire 2022
Our dealership said we needed one for our 2017 Montana 3811ms in order to be covered by our warranty for all the electronics. We bought the 50 amp Portable Surge Guard model 34850 (this is the one they recommended). It's portable and kind of expensive. It does the job though. You plug it in, let it diagnose the electricity at the park. When it goes green you plug your rig in and your surge protected.
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Did the dealership just by chance be selling the Surge Guards? 
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Lenny and Ros
2012 Montana 3400RL,680 Watts Solar,4xT-105 Trojans,GP-ISW2000-12 Inverter,Trimetric 2020, EMSHW50C
2009 Chevy Silverado 3500 LTZ Duramax 4x4 CC Dually, Banks Speed Brake
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07-11-2017, 12:20 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: STAYTON
Posts: 1,118
M.O.C. #18157
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Retire 2022
Our dealership said we needed one for our 2017 Montana 3811ms in order to be covered by our warranty for all the electronics. We bought the 50 amp Portable Surge Guard model 34850 (this is the one they recommended). It's portable and kind of expensive. It does the job though. You plug it in, let it diagnose the electricity at the park. When it goes green you plug your rig in and your surge protected.
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OMG These dealerships and their upsale tactics.. I have read my warranty manual and have never read that little clause. Let me guess, they had just what you needed on the shelf or ordered it for you.
Mark
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