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Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-22-2018, 09:21 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,852
Posted By jlb27537
Your Id shows Nixa. If you are pulling up out of...

Your Id shows Nixa. If you are pulling up out of Mill Creek or such, just 2wd is fine. Gravel road, might need 4x4.

Enjoy that new rig...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-01-2018, 09:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,179
Posted By jlb27537
Texas, about $70 on either 17 Honda Pilot and 12...

Texas, about $70 on either 17 Honda Pilot and 12 Ram DRW. 5th is about $130, based on its gvwr. Texas also has non-cdl if combined or single is over 26k. I have the non-cdl class A.
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 06-28-2018, 05:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,714
Posted By jlb27537
First, no generators at Wmart Second, no jacks...

First, no generators at Wmart
Second, no jacks down.
Third, wife and 3 small gkids. Find a campground before you ruin it for the rest of us.
Kansas in the summer, you need air, campground...
Forum: Travel Trailers 06-14-2018, 10:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,119
Posted By jlb27537
We bought ours there. Jim was great. Service is...

We bought ours there. Jim was great. Service is a JOKE. Do your own pdi. They never hooked ours up to water. Toilet would not hold water. Had X Factor braces installed. They installed the new...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 05-28-2018, 06:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,475
Posted By jlb27537
Our Montana had heavy leather recliners that had...

Our Montana had heavy leather recliners that had to be turned 90 degrees to get the slides in. We sold them and replaced then with Lazy Boy recliners. Paid about $600 each, but this the second rv...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 05-28-2018, 06:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,716
Posted By jlb27537
On my Montana, both the slides and 6pt hyd system...

On my Montana, both the slides and 6pt hyd system will work with the battery switch in the off position. The pump is fed thru 80a breakers.

Some trailers were built with 40a breakers and if the...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 05-28-2018, 06:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,036
Posted By jlb27537
Is the battery switch in the on position? ...

Is the battery switch in the on position? Plugged in, with the switch off, everything will work ok off the converter and not charge the battery. With the switch off the truck charge wire will...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 05-28-2018, 05:40 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,764
Posted By jlb27537
Short answer, Yes. Both the wife and I have...

Short answer, Yes. Both the wife and I have Texas Conceled Carry Licenses. We both are always armed. Both in the vehicles and in the 5th. We only travel in states that recognizes our Texas...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 05-28-2018, 04:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,992
Posted By jlb27537
No, I do not have shocks on my Montana. I had...

No, I do not have shocks on my Montana. I had shocks on my Newmar 5th, and I really feel the Montana has a better ride. Springs, rubber center support, X factor braces, Bridgestone Durvas R250...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 05-27-2018, 12:23 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,992
Posted By jlb27537
You might also consider the Morride rubber center...

You might also consider the Morride rubber center support. We have the 4" travel one on our Montana and nothing moves while traveling. Also consider the Morryde X factor braces. If you don't have...
Forum: New Member Check in! 05-27-2018, 09:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,299
Posted By jlb27537
I would suggest one of the better brands, a Honda...

I would suggest one of the better brands, a Honda or Yamaha. Get a single 2000 or 2200 and see how it goes. If need be get the second one. We do higher elevations in the summer and if it is that...
Forum: New Member Check in! 05-27-2018, 08:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,161
Posted By jlb27537
First. Congrats on the new trailer. You might...

First. Congrats on the new trailer. You might want to do a bit of math on your GVWR AND CGVWR. The trailer you are buying is probably way past the pin weight carrying ability of a F250. And air...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 12-12-2013, 05:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,214
Posted By jlb27537
OK, lets talk specs. My '14 Montana 3150RL...

OK, lets talk specs.

My '14 Montana 3150RL had OEM Marathon 235/80/16E tires on Tredit wheels TO 8-Spoke rated @ 3750lbs 110lbs. They are 16"/6"
https://www.tredittire.com/T04-8-Spoke-P85.aspx
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Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 12-12-2013, 01:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,232
Posted By jlb27537
Quad, Hope this helps.

Hello Quad.

Your last thread was closed. I understand why.

On your trailer any GOOD LT truck tire will be fine. The Trans Force is a option. Some use the Michelin XPS Rib with excellent...
Forum: Towing 12-12-2013, 11:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,219
Posted By jlb27537
You might also look at the Mor/ryde X Factor...

You might also look at the Mor/ryde X Factor braces. Got them on mine. Helps with the side forces on the spring hangers.

Jim
Forum: Towing 12-12-2013, 11:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,431
Posted By jlb27537
Hi David. The Reese 20K pro series has a set of...

Hi David. The Reese 20K pro series has a set of cast jaws. They are not machined to a tight tolerance. This means the pin will fit loose in the jaws. there is no fix for this except to change...
Forum: Towing 11-29-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,665
Posted By jlb27537
Hi, got to ask, what are you tying to fix? ...

Hi, got to ask, what are you tying to fix?

Send Garry a e mail https://montanaadministrator.forumco.com/pop_profile.asp?mode=display&id=10457
Forum: Towing 11-29-2013, 06:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 15,624
Posted By jlb27537
Congrats, I have several friends with the Ford...

Congrats, I have several friends with the Ford 6.7L. Going from the gasser to the Ford will be a real eye opener when you get the trailer hooked up.

Jim
Forum: Keystone Questions 11-28-2013, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,071
Posted By jlb27537
I have the 6 point hydraulic system. You will...

I have the 6 point hydraulic system. You will not be able to use the stabilizers. You will have a little bit of movement, The jacks are designed to level it, not make it motionless.

Enjoy that...
Forum: Keystone Questions 11-28-2013, 03:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,014
Posted By jlb27537
OK, you have 7,000 lb Dexter axles. However, you...

OK, you have 7,000 lb Dexter axles. However, you need to look at the sticker on your trailer and it will list the actual GVWR ratings based on the tires that Keystone installed on your trailer.
...
Forum: Towing 11-23-2013, 08:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 15,624
Posted By jlb27537
Hi, weights look good, probably well within axle...

Hi, weights look good, probably well within axle ratings, and probably within the trucks GVWR. Personally, I feel the combined is a recommendation from the vehicle maker. It gives the buyer a...
Forum: Towing 11-22-2013, 04:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 15,624
Posted By jlb27537
I read what your book says, but you do not say...

I read what your book says, but you do not say what your actual axle weights are. A 14K 5th wheel will have about 3000lbs of pin weight. Do you have that much reserve on the rear axle? The tow...
Forum: Keystone Questions 11-22-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 10,752
Posted By jlb27537
Hi TAC, Just some thoughts. You can buy a F250...

Hi TAC, Just some thoughts. You can buy a F250 for a lot less you have listed. Same for the HC, you are quoting list. Buy the HC from a dealer in Elkhart, Indiana. Have them take the trailer to...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-21-2013, 08:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,461
Posted By jlb27537
The motorized units stop because of the...

The motorized units stop because of the restriction of movement.

I have used a standard Max-air or a Cameo Cover on a powered Fantastic Vent Fan.

The lid will open part way and stop when it...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-17-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,698
Posted By jlb27537
Ask that here: ...

Ask that here: https://montanaadministrator.forumco.com/default.asp

Jim
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