Search results for query: beltline

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    Beltline trim falling off

    My beltline trim is beginning to come off from the rear, about 4ft is hanging. I picked up some Goop Automotive contact adhesive/sealant. Claims to be a permanent adhesive. Is there a reason to use a weatherstrip or trim adhesive? i.e. Is there a reason the beltline trim would need to be...
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    Modern drivetrain

    ...it. The top of he gmc is about 23" higher than a normal gmc. He used his original gmc as the front top piece. He cut off the body at the beltline and raised it up and built an aluminum frame between the chassis and the bottom of the gmc body. He has made the lower section with several doors...
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    need photos of crashed / wrecked coaches

    ...the GMC structure carefully, you'll see that there are 3 longitudinal extrusions on each side: One at floor level, the second at the "beltline", and the third at the top of the "vertical" sidewalls, where the rain gutter is located. Between those 6 longitudinal members are the "hoops" or...
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    need photos of crashed / wrecked coaches

    ...if i recall, the vertical stringers are substantial and they are one piece from the frame to the roof. i can't imagine how they could be so neatly torn at the beltline. I'm not questioning the story, just puzzled. -- Dave & Ellen Silva 1972 Revcon Olds 455, toro drive train. All Stock
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    My new 'GMC motorhomes for sale' search tool

    ...a bit high. Bryan Wheat sent me 33 pictures. I see some rust on the bumper bolts. A bit concerned at some paint or fiberglass issues at the beltline. Guess I could snag a GMC picture account and post up the pictures he sent me. -- Walküre (1974 VW Thing) Future Toad, Official GMC Motorhome...
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    Hot water heater

    ...Atwoods. My X-Birchaven, like most came with a 6 gallon Atwood propane heater with the engine-heat option. That heater fits easily below the beltline longitudinal structural member and does not require a perfectly flat panel for its door to fit reasonably well. So, it is feasible to install...
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    What causes "chipmunk cheeks" again?

    ...to some inner boards. I noticed that the part of the >fender above the front wheelwell flares outward a bit when I push inward on the >beltline. Hoe do I go about to remedy this? > > Thanks in advance. Larry, You might want to refer to Richard's album...
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    What causes "chipmunk cheeks" again?

    ...inner boards. I > noticed > > > that the part of the fender above the front wheelwell flares outward a > bit > > > when I push inward on the beltline. Hoe do I go about to remedy this? > > > > > > > > Thanks in advance. > > > > > > > > > Larry, > > > > > > You might want to refer to Richard's...
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    What causes "chipmunk cheeks" again?

    ...to some inner boards. I noticed > > that the part of the fender above the front wheelwell flares outward a bit > > when I push inward on the beltline. Hoe do I go about to remedy this? > > > > > > Thanks in advance. > > > > > > Larry, > > > > You might want to refer to Richard's album.... > >...
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    What causes "chipmunk cheeks" again?

    ...to some inner boards. I noticed > that the part of the fender above the front wheelwell flares outward a bit > when I push inward on the beltline. Hoe do I go about to remedy this? > > > > Thanks in advance. > > > Larry, > > You might want to refer to Richard's album.... > >...
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    What causes "chipmunk cheeks" again?

    ...expert/dealer in Macon, GA) demonstrated for us at a rally a technique he developed to restore that connection. He inserts bolts through the beltline extrusion and the aluminum super structure behind the cockpit side panels (tubular before '75, then sheet aluminum) to pull the "fender" back...
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    What causes "chipmunk cheeks" again?

    ...through to some inner boards. I noticed that the part of the fender above the front wheelwell flares outward a bit when I push inward on the beltline. Hoe do I go about to remedy this? > > Thanks in advance. Larry, You might want to refer to Richard's album...
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    What causes "chipmunk cheeks" again?

    ...Someone mentioned screwing through to some inner boards. I noticed that the part of the fender above the front wheelwell flares outward a bit when I push inward on the beltline. Hoe do I go about to remedy this? Thanks in advance. -- Larry Engelbrecht '73 26' ex-Glacier TZE063V100319 030773
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    Anyone use the Wagner Paint Eater to remove stripes?

    ...The stripes on my '73 seem to have been painted on as they are noticeably "higher" than the repaint, which is the common light beige. Original color was that pineapple yellow which was exposed when I removed the beltline strip. -- Larry Engelbrecht '73 26' ex-Glacier TZE063V100319 030773
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    Replacement seat belts ??

    ...was some previous wisdom and pictures floating around here that says NOT to. There were pics of a wreck where the the coach separated at the beltline and those in the cockpit were OK. 3 point may have been detremental. GM didn't crash test TZE that way with 3 points so lots of unknowns and...
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    Coach sighting

    ...in San Marcos California yesterday afternoon. It was a very striking Medium Gold solid color, with a dark Brown or Maroon stripe around the beltline. Does this sound familiar to anyone? -----Original Message----- From: gmclist-bounces [mailto:gmclist-bounces] On Behalf Of Frank Condos Sent...
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    House Battery Wiring

    ...the same point as the "Living Area Battery Pickup Junction Block" on the chassis 12 VDC diagram. And you'll find that point mounted on the beltline longitudinal member behind the living area electrical panel. Likewise, the items you report being in a box on the living area diagram are also...
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    Aluminum

    Rereading your post maybe you mean the sides above the beltline -- that's aluminum now as well... hmmm... Dennis > Curious why -- the GMC roof is one big sheet of aluminum.... > well, except for the end caps. > > Dennis > > > This week I'm getting a estimate on the cost of a metal company...
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    stainless steel belt line ??

    ...PM To: gmclist Subject: Re: [GMCnet] stainless steel belt line ?? Hello, Thanks guys/gals for the information. We have a 73, that had an SS beltline, instead of alum bar, that the rubber/plastic fits into. It needs a polish up, but after 30 years, it still looks good after a cloth rub up...
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    stainless steel belt line ??

    ...> > > Hello, > Thanks guys/gals for the information. We have a 73, that had an SS > beltline, instead of alum bar, that the rubber/plastic fits into. It needs > a polish up, but after 30 years, it still looks good after a cloth rub up, > also i have an SS fetish ... :d. > Not ususual and you...