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03-01-2012, 06:44 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Homosassa
Posts: 307
M.O.C. #12211
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Surge protector.
I just reveived my 50 amp surge protector. I will feel much better now when i'm plugged into power. Too bad these are not standard equipment.
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03-01-2012, 09:04 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
Posts: 18,799
M.O.C. #11455
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Just another item the manufactures know we need, but don't provide to save money.
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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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03-01-2012, 09:31 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: corning
Posts: 694
M.O.C. #6635
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They are really worth the investment! I won't hook up without mine.
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03-01-2012, 10:14 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Fayetteville
Posts: 2,351
M.O.C. #6831
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A good investment.
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03-01-2012, 12:04 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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We have one from progressive, works for both 50 and 30 amp. Never plug in without using.
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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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03-01-2012, 12:30 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Sebring
Posts: 3,659
M.O.C. #9969
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Just too bad MFRs don't offer a Hardwired unit as an option. Those of us who know the value would most likely be willing to pay for the convenience haveing it already installed, rather one of the first mods.
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Michelle & Ann
2018 Chevy 3500HD High Country DRW 4X4 Crew Cab w/Duramax/Allison, Formally 2010 Montana 2955RL, Now Loaded 2016 SOB, Mor/ryde IS, Disc Brakes & Pin Box, Comfort Ride Hitch, Sailun 17.5 Tires.
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03-01-2012, 12:48 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
Posts: 18,799
M.O.C. #11455
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by mhs4771
Just too bad MFRs don't offer a Hardwired unit as an option. Those of us who know the value would most likely be willing to pay for the convenience haveing it already installed, rather one of the first mods.
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X2 on that one!!
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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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03-01-2012, 02:10 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Winfield
Posts: 7,327
M.O.C. #6846
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by mhs4771
Just too bad MFRs don't offer a Hardwired unit as an option. Those of us who know the value would most likely be willing to pay for the convenience haveing it already installed, rather one of the first mods.
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But then we would not be able to post pictures of the trials and tribulations that follow with being a member of the Ozz Mod Montana Owners Club (OMMOC)!!  Like others we opted for the self-installed hard-wired version and have never regretted the purchase. And I did post pictures!!
Bingo
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Bingo and Cathy - Our adventures begin in the hills of WV. We are blessed by our 2014 3850FL Big Sky (previous 2011 3750FL and 2007 3400RL) that we pull with a 2007 Chevy Silverado Classic DRW CC dually.
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03-01-2012, 03:17 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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Plus there is a certain satisfaction when you install it yourself and you KNOW it's done right. You don't have to follow up behind a "craftsman" to check his work.
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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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03-02-2012, 04:00 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Mesa az
Posts: 2,953
M.O.C. #5651
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I am pretty sure I was saved at least once by my surge protector. It shut down when running the AC every few seconds. You could watch the voltage fade as the AC powered up until it shut down when the volts reached 93 I think. I have heard that AC gets destroyed at low voltage, so that is good - that is why I bought one in the first place. Cost $500 or so for new AC unit.
By the way, if you have a surge protecter it may not like the power from a generator. I found out the hard way. At least most of the new gennys have a floating ground, so they can be plugged in to your house and not mess up with the neutral/ground thing in your home main box. But that means a surge protector that checks for ground will give an error. I had to ground across the neutral/ground in the genny and then it worked.
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Tom and Gail
2013 Mountaineer 362
2012 Silverado 2500
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03-02-2012, 03:14 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Rock Island
Posts: 1,074
M.O.C. #10457
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Would not go rving without one. We are on our second one after electrical storm last year.
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03-04-2012, 01:05 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Lake Gaston
Posts: 8,773
M.O.C. #12156
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Progressive makes one that is designed to be installed in the storage compartment and hardwired. When ours crapped out after 10 months, I sent back to them, and they repaired and reimbursed me for the shipping costs as well. No problem since then, and I see quite a few of them in our travels.
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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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03-04-2012, 02:58 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Benson
Posts: 3,121
M.O.C. #1658
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We have the progressive and love it. Ours crapped out after six years, sent it back and they repaired it for free.
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03-04-2012, 03:37 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Salem
Posts: 7,552
M.O.C. #2283
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Where do you get a good surge protector?
On edit, What do I need and where should I buy it?
Lynwood
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03-04-2012, 08:23 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Homosassa
Posts: 307
M.O.C. #12211
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I got mine from Dyers RV Parts on line. They had the best price on the 50 amp one I got and shipping was fast. Just shop the net.
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03-08-2012, 02:56 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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You can get direct from Progressive; go to their web site. They have a 50 AMP portable or a hardwire box, both work 30 and 50 AMP. Not sure if your 2001 is 30 or 50 amp, but if you ever upgrade to a newer fifthwheel, most today are 50 AMP, and you would be set. I cant talk to price differences between the manufactorers, but I can say Progressive gets an A+ for reliability and customer support.
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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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03-08-2012, 03:14 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Vancouver
Posts: 1,284
M.O.C. #11675
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by mlh
Where do you get a good surge protector?
On edit, What do I need and where should I buy it?
Lynwood
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There are plug-in versions and hardwired versions. I went with the hardwired Progressive Industries 50 amp Hardwire Surge Protector EMS-HW50C. At the time the best price I could find was from rvupgrades.com Progressive has a really good reputation for customer service. Many have sent them in even if they took a hit and they will fix or replace it even well out of warranty period.
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03-09-2012, 01:34 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Lake Gaston
Posts: 8,773
M.O.C. #12156
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Only problem I have had with Progressive was that the portable unit is water resistant, not water proof, and the circuit board fried when moisture got in; Progressive repaired for free, and in the return box, included a plastic cover for protection. Others either tape the plug, or throw a bucket over the electrical post. Has several safety features to protect the RV, to include automatic shutdown during specific power fluctations.
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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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03-09-2012, 03:09 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
Posts: 18,799
M.O.C. #11455
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by seahunter
Quote:
quote:Originally posted by mlh
Where do you get a good surge protector?
On edit, What do I need and where should I buy it?
Lynwood
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There are plug-in versions and hardwired versions. I went with the hardwired Progressive Industries 50 amp Hardwire Surge Protector EMS-HW50C. At the time the best price I could find was from rvupgrades.com Progressive has a really good reputation for customer service. Many have sent them in even if they took a hit and they will fix or replace it even well out of warranty period.
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X2 on Rvupgrades. Cheaper than Tweety's.
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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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03-09-2012, 05:50 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Benson
Posts: 3,121
M.O.C. #1658
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You can't do better than progressive
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