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08-26-2018, 06:56 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: South Jordan
Posts: 80
M.O.C. #20689
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Front cap hitch mirror turning dark?
Our 2018 HC 305 RL front cap hitch mirror is turning dark / black? It started out as little dark streaks in the reflective surface and now the mirror surface is almost gone and turning into dark streaks? 5'er is less than a year old. I only use mild soap and water to clean and the rest of the trailers finish looks perfect. Dealer claims he has never seen this before ? Given how careful / anal I am about using harsh chemicals, I doubt it is anything I did. Anyone else having issues with the front Cap hitch mirror surface turning dark?
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08-26-2018, 07:43 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: Boone
Posts: 311
M.O.C. #21011
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When we purchased our brand new FW from the dealer last fall, the mirror looked identical to yours. I brought to their attention and they replaced it when we picked it up. I didn’t ask them why or what caused it, but should have. Hope our replacement lasts longer than yours did.
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2018 Montana HC 362RD
2016 Chevrolet 3500 Duramax HD SRW
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08-26-2018, 07:48 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Tacoma
Posts: 1,567
M.O.C. #20475
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I have seen that problem before it got water between the backing and clear front. All you can do is replace it if you want to use it. I never use mine anyways!
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Bob & Carol Washington St
2017 HC HM352RL 2018 Dodge 3500 laramie CC LB 4x4
Curt Q25 with puck system, Factory air bags
Happy Trails
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08-26-2018, 08:43 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: Haysville
Posts: 107
M.O.C. #21399
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yep, have the same problem. was able to use it, when i could. we are going to cover it and put our last name on it.
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Brian and Tambra
Haysville
2018 - 3121RL - 2016 Ram 2500 6.4/4.10
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08-26-2018, 09:49 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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Never, but we never use it anyway.
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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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08-27-2018, 04:20 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: Austin
Posts: 2,413
M.O.C. #21044
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Mirror
Mine looks just like that. I don't use it however.
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MikenDebbie Aggie ‘77 in the sticks near Austin TX
2019 Chevy 3500 High Country DRW
2018 Montana 3921FB
Aussie Gus + Texas Heeler Jimmy
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08-27-2018, 04:57 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: Atlanta
Posts: 357
M.O.C. #21337
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If you are in warranty Keystone will replace it.
You need to go through your dealer.
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Montana 3123RL Legacy 'Boon-docking Edition'
RAM 3500 Mega Cab Cummins Diesel DRW
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08-27-2018, 06:01 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: elmvale
Posts: 105
M.O.C. #22355
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Fishin2dMax
Our 2018 HC 305 RL front cap hitch mirror is turning dark / black? It started out as little dark streaks in the reflective surface and now the mirror surface is almost gone and turning into dark streaks? 5'er is less than a year old. I only use mild soap and water to clean and the rest of the trailers finish looks perfect. Dealer claims he has never seen this before ? Given how careful / anal I am about using harsh chemicals, I doubt it is anything I did. Anyone else having issues with the front Cap hitch mirror surface turning dark?
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Mine is the same thing started with black streaks, though I did it with a cleaner when I washed the trailer but I guess not
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08-27-2018, 06:13 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Hixson
Posts: 3,436
M.O.C. #11397
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Ours was just replaced under warranty while unit in for other things. Would not have made a trip just for this as I don't use the mirror. I shave in the bathroom.
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2018.5 Montana 3791RD
Full Timers 9/1/2010 through 1/16/2020.
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08-27-2018, 07:26 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
Posts: 18,799
M.O.C. #11455
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Dick, Joyce, Diego, Picatso and Gustav
2017 3720 RL, and 2013 HC 343RL
Pullrite Hitch, IS, Disk Brakes, 3rd AC, Winegard Traveler, Bathroom door mod, Dometic 320, couch for desk swap, replaced chairs, sun screens, added awnings, etc.
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08-27-2018, 07:31 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: San Antonio
Posts: 1,298
M.O.C. #5165
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I have never used mine is 12 years of towing and hooking up! I painted a 1 inch wide white strip on the king pin and my hitch. Align those to strips and you can hook up very easily!
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08-27-2018, 07:31 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Bastrop
Posts: 2,892
M.O.C. #20753
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Now that you mention it there is a mirror that. tehy mention a patent for that. I wonder if the patent mentions that once it is noticed it becomes streaked.
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Mocha, one-eyed toothless, hurricane survivor, Pirate dog
2019 20th Anniversary Edition 3701LK
B&W 20K for Ford OEM Puck
2018 Ford F-350 Lariat CCLB PSD DRW KJ5CQH
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08-27-2018, 08:38 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: Where ever we park
Posts: 201
M.O.C. #20273
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I would rather have the LED lights extend there or nothing. That mirror serves no purpose.
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Mike
2016 Chevy CC DRW Duramax
2019 Montana 3700LK
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08-27-2018, 08:47 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Full Timer In Naples, Florida
Posts: 1,049
M.O.C. #15731
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Peal it off and put your M.O.C. sticker there.
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2017, 3500 Ram Big Horn, 4x4, Crew Cab, DRW, Aisin Transmission, 4:10. Curt Q20, 2014 Mountaineer 331 RLT, Sailun's on the rv and truck.
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08-27-2018, 12:26 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Grand Rapids
Posts: 1,896
M.O.C. #9561
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You actually use that mirror?
I've never used it in 10 years. A waste of time, in my opinion.
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08-28-2018, 06:15 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Jul 2018
Location: Islip Terrace
Posts: 405
M.O.C. #22165
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Just had the dealer order a new one, ours came prescratched & looks ugly. I dont use it either but still want it to look good. It is only plastic & might replace it with a real mirror or something decorative, Ill leave that up to my wife.
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08-28-2018, 05:43 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: Thornville
Posts: 546
M.O.C. #21110
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That piece would make for a nice plaque with your last name and state on it, or MOC #, or just a cool little mural or saying on it.
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Darwin & Carla
2018.5 3701LK Montana
2022 3500HD Denali Duramax SRW
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08-28-2018, 07:57 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: Boone
Posts: 311
M.O.C. #21011
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Here is the pic of our new FW when it was delivered to the dealer. Lol, didn’t even survive the journey.
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2018 Montana HC 362RD
2016 Chevrolet 3500 Duramax HD SRW
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09-02-2018, 01:13 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Jul 2018
Location: Carrollton
Posts: 20
M.O.C. #22331
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We have 2018 3931FB with same issues. We have had our unit a few months and only washed once but it was this way when we took delivery.
Given response from Keystone on our survey answers I doubt they will replace but we plan to give them the opportunity.
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09-02-2018, 01:35 PM
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New Member
Join Date: Apr 2018
Location: The Villages
Posts: 4
M.O.C. #21643
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The manufacturer rep told me there is a recall on the mirrors and should be replaced under that.
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