For those of us not on the east coast, Tom Bradley of Chandler AZ is a good source
for replacement of the ceiling or the side panels. He and I did mine and put in a
dropped ceiling. Great job. He can be reached at (480) 814-1631. You should see
his coach, it is fantastic.
al
> Bob
>
> The cracks in the headliners, front and rear can be fixed, but you might want to
> have a professional do it, unless you are very handy. The ceiling will probably
> have to be re-done. Again, if you are very handy, you can do it, or have it
> done for $1500 - 2000 depending on what you want. When you start on the
> ceiling, plan to do the sidewalls, refinsh the window trim and the headliners
> all at the same time. I did my own, but I had a lot of help in planning and
> more time than money (and it did take some time).
>
> Check the brakes for rust and caliper working. Check the frame for deep rust.
> Do the airbags hold air and does the air pump work? Check the net for the check
> list
>
> The pipe hanging down in the back is the sewer dump and usually is held up with
> a rubber strap. Several people have added helper wheels to the rear. If you go
> this route, use very heavy duty steel casters. But, before you go to this
> trouble, see if the "raise" works on the air bags. This might be enough to get
> you over the dip going into your drive.
>
> Wayne Newland F9300 75 Palm Beach Columbia, Md
>
>
> > Hello All,
> > I have been looking at GMC's in the greater Sacramento area for about 7
> > months. Today I found one with some real potential and a reasonable price.
> > But, I have some questions. First, it is a 77 Kingsley but it has a 403
> > engine; I thought the 455's were standard until 78. Second, the engine was
> > rebuilt in 93 (saw the receipt) but has only 3000 miles on it so it has been
> > sitting. The owner said it has sat for at least 3 years. It started right
> > up and ran very smooth; any advice as to what to look for in a coach that
> > has sat for a while? Next, he said the headliner has been replaced. It was
> > done with a felt like material with "insulation as the backing". Looks nice
> > but is "bulging" down in places (closet door hits the light e.g.). Feels
> > like the liner and "insulation" have come loose. Any idea as to how hard
> > this is to fix? Next, some cracks in the plastic above the front windshield
> > and above the windows by the back bed. Are these fixable. The back seats
> > make into a bed but they look short. I'm 6 foot, will I fit or do I have to
> > re-do it? Last, there is a 2" or so plastic pipe in the back under the
> > bumper; it swivels easily. He says it's to drain the holding tank. It is
> > very low to the ground and I have a steep driveway. It's going to hit, can
> > it be rerouted; can I put skids or wheels on the frame to help with the
> > driveway?
> >
> > Thanks in advance for all your help and thanks for all I have learned over
> > the past months while lurking.
> > Bob Schoner
> > Sacramento
for replacement of the ceiling or the side panels. He and I did mine and put in a
dropped ceiling. Great job. He can be reached at (480) 814-1631. You should see
his coach, it is fantastic.
al
> Bob
>
> The cracks in the headliners, front and rear can be fixed, but you might want to
> have a professional do it, unless you are very handy. The ceiling will probably
> have to be re-done. Again, if you are very handy, you can do it, or have it
> done for $1500 - 2000 depending on what you want. When you start on the
> ceiling, plan to do the sidewalls, refinsh the window trim and the headliners
> all at the same time. I did my own, but I had a lot of help in planning and
> more time than money (and it did take some time).
>
> Check the brakes for rust and caliper working. Check the frame for deep rust.
> Do the airbags hold air and does the air pump work? Check the net for the check
> list
>
> The pipe hanging down in the back is the sewer dump and usually is held up with
> a rubber strap. Several people have added helper wheels to the rear. If you go
> this route, use very heavy duty steel casters. But, before you go to this
> trouble, see if the "raise" works on the air bags. This might be enough to get
> you over the dip going into your drive.
>
> Wayne Newland F9300 75 Palm Beach Columbia, Md
>
>
> > Hello All,
> > I have been looking at GMC's in the greater Sacramento area for about 7
> > months. Today I found one with some real potential and a reasonable price.
> > But, I have some questions. First, it is a 77 Kingsley but it has a 403
> > engine; I thought the 455's were standard until 78. Second, the engine was
> > rebuilt in 93 (saw the receipt) but has only 3000 miles on it so it has been
> > sitting. The owner said it has sat for at least 3 years. It started right
> > up and ran very smooth; any advice as to what to look for in a coach that
> > has sat for a while? Next, he said the headliner has been replaced. It was
> > done with a felt like material with "insulation as the backing". Looks nice
> > but is "bulging" down in places (closet door hits the light e.g.). Feels
> > like the liner and "insulation" have come loose. Any idea as to how hard
> > this is to fix? Next, some cracks in the plastic above the front windshield
> > and above the windows by the back bed. Are these fixable. The back seats
> > make into a bed but they look short. I'm 6 foot, will I fit or do I have to
> > re-do it? Last, there is a 2" or so plastic pipe in the back under the
> > bumper; it swivels easily. He says it's to drain the holding tank. It is
> > very low to the ground and I have a steep driveway. It's going to hit, can
> > it be rerouted; can I put skids or wheels on the frame to help with the
> > driveway?
> >
> > Thanks in advance for all your help and thanks for all I have learned over
> > the past months while lurking.
> > Bob Schoner
> > Sacramento
