|
06-10-2014, 04:45 PM
|
#1
|
Established Member
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location:
Posts: 13
M.O.C. #2613
|
Slide Out Problem
We have a 2005 Montana Mountaineer 318 BHS. We started having problems with the slideout during Memorial Day weekend. The large livingroom slide started to twist as it was coming o ut. The left side appeared to come out correctly with the right side twisting as it was coming out. Eventually I had to use a adjustable wrench to turn the slide out bar to get it out completely. On departure, I had to do the same to get it back incompletely. Today I was testing and appear to be having the same problem. Any suggestions?
|
|
|
06-10-2014, 05:21 PM
|
#2
|
Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Chilliwack
Posts: 1,520
M.O.C. #12935
|
Not sure what slide type was used in 2005 but on my 2012 there is a gear and shaft that runs from the drive mechanism (ram) side to the other end of the slide or at least part way. I have seen the sheer pin/bolt break on one of those gears and the two ends of the slide will not go out or come in evenly.
There is a possibility of binding on one end as well but for sure the slide will not go out evenly if the sheer pin/bolt is broken
Good luck
|
|
|
06-10-2014, 05:25 PM
|
#3
|
Site Team
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Carmichael - CA
Posts: 7,323
M.O.C. #4831
|
It sure sounds like a broken shear bolt in the drive line connecting the two gear rails. You can replace it a 1/4" bolt if I recall.
__________________
Carl (n Susan)
There is more to life than fuel mileage.
2012 Montana 3700RL Big Sky Package towed by a 2015 Ford F350 6.7L PSD 4WD CC LWB
|
|
|
06-10-2014, 06:11 PM
|
#4
|
Site Team
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Omaha
Posts: 6,749
M.O.C. #7560
|
I think Carl has hit the mark on this one! If and when replacing the bolt make sure it is tempered because a regular bolt will snap under the pressure it endures.
|
|
|
06-11-2014, 02:00 AM
|
#5
|
Established Member
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location:
Posts: 13
M.O.C. #2613
|
Ok I have determined the bolt was broken and I have replaced. The problem now is that about 2 -1/2" on the right bottom corner is not sliding completely close. That it is not flush with the side. It is a lippert system. Your comments and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
|
|
|
06-11-2014, 02:05 AM
|
#6
|
Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Waterford
Posts: 3,693
M.O.C. #7500
|
By using a wrench to adjust it in and out when the bolt was broken, you have most likely skewered the alignment and the slide needs to be re-adjusted. I've never done one, so I can't help in that respect, but I'm sure someone here can, or else you might have to take it to a dealer.
|
|
|
06-11-2014, 03:26 AM
|
#7
|
Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Lake Gaston
Posts: 8,773
M.O.C. #12156
|
Lippert has a on-line repair manual with detailed instructions on how to adjust the slide. Not too difficult.
__________________
Mike and Lorraine
2002 3655 FL, 2005 3650RK
2010 3665RE, 2015 3910FB
F350 crew cab dually 6.7
|
|
|
06-11-2014, 07:03 AM
|
#8
|
Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Haysville
Posts: 4,261
M.O.C. #3085
|
Put the slide out a few inches and remove the bolt you replaced. Use your crescent wrench or what have you and make the measurement from the edge of each end of the slide as close as possible and yet be able to put the bolt back thru the shafts. Put the nut back on the shear bolt and you're good.
|
|
|
|
Thread Tools |
Search this Thread |
|
|
Display Modes |
Linear Mode
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
Similar Threads
|
Thread |
Thread Starter |
Forum |
Replies |
Last Post |
Slide Problem
|
dedcapri |
Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help |
5 |
03-13-2012 03:26 PM |
Another Slide Problem
|
bobsals |
General Discussions about our Montanas |
2 |
04-30-2011 06:23 AM |
Help, Slide problem
|
jliveit |
General Discussions about our Montanas |
16 |
11-17-2010 01:48 PM |
slide problem
|
tennisdg |
Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help |
5 |
11-24-2007 02:18 AM |
Slide Problem
|
The Oldguard |
Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help |
0 |
02-22-2007 04:55 PM |
|
» Recent Threads |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Disclaimer:
This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by Montana RV, Keystone RV Company or any of its affiliates. This is an independent, unofficial site.
All times are GMT -6. The time now is 04:39 PM.