Concerning disabling the heater fan at "will". I think this might not be a good
idea. When the heater fan comes on, is it not operated directly by the
temperature of the heating heater as a safety feature? If by turning it off at
"will", could this possibly cause the heater to get to hot if left to the
individual for selection? Say for example, while you are driving down the
highway. I have had to use my heater when going down the highway because it was
so cold without it in the rest of the coach, bathroom, dining area etc. (I have
heard alot of controversy about having propane on while driving down the road. If
we all turned off the propane then the signs in the gas stations would not be
posted to "Please turn off you pilot lights") Please let me in on what the
complete idea is for disabling the heater blower motor. Thanks Chuck
> GMC Motorhome Digest Monday, February 23 1998 Volume 01 : Number 101
>
> In this issue of the GMC Motorhome List Digest:
>
> GMC: 690-692-693-695
> GMC: heater fan
> Re: GMC: heater fan
> Re: GMC: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #99
> Re: GMC: heater fan
> Re: GMC: 690-692-693-695
>
> To post to the GMC Motorhome List, send
> email to gmcmotorhome
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Date: Sat, 21 Feb 1998 21:08:08 -0800
> From: Marilyn & Arden Sniffen
> Subject: GMC: 690-692-693-695
>
> David, ocean is west of San Diego we're east to the foothills. Area code
> 619-669-3959. I stared at the glove box sticker til crosseyed and didn,t
> see the 690 etc. or any reference to interior. As for the int. I found
> some very green carpet under the dinette seats. Any place else to look
> for clues? Thanks Arden
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sat, 21 Feb 1998 21:01:41 -0800
> From: James Ross
> Subject: GMC: heater fan
>
> Any other ideas on how to disable the heater fan so that it only runs
> when I want it to . I find the fan and its draft to be an irritant. When
> I want fan (air blowing ) I'll ask for it. My wife complains of chills
> when the darn thing is going all the time. And then there are the drafts
> from the vents. Oh well, I guess we'll just wrap up in fur coats.
>
> cheers,
>
> J.Ross
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Mon, 23 Feb 1998 00:56:25 +0000
> From: John Szalay
> Subject: Re: GMC: heater fan
>
> >Any other ideas on how to disable the heater fan so that it only runs
> >when I want it to . I find the fan and its draft to be an irritant. When
> >I want fan (air blowing ) I'll ask for it.
> >
>
> IF I were going to modify our rig, I would:
>
> There are two wires going to the fan motor, one is the ground and
> one is the 12v feed, find a place to mount a toggle switch on the dash
> , the switch MUST be rated atleast 20-25 amps, (I,ve measured current levels
> of 15 amps on the blower motor during cold weather startup, but the
> circuit on the 76 GMC is fused for 25 AMPS)
> Wire the switch into the HOT line, use connection wire of atleast one
> grade higher than what is used, to allow for current loss.
> Use 12Ga wire, I would cut the 14ga Purple wire leading to the hot,
> where it joins the black filter cap wire, and put the switch in series .
> This will allow a person to turn the blower off if so desired.
>
> LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
> You do this mod at your own risk. It is a safe procedure, if done
> properly. I accept no responsability for misuse.
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 22 Feb 1998 19:04:38 EST
> From: davegreenberg1 (David L. Greenberg)
> Subject: Re: GMC: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #99
>
> There is a fellow parting out a 1977 Kingsley who is selling frame parts
> but he isn't on line. I expect to hear from him is this next week as he
> is delivering a set of rear bogeys to Florida. Send me via my email
> address your contact info and I'll put him in touch with you. His coach
> is in Indiana.
>
> Also, you can contact Alex Sirum at Sirum GMC in Okeechobee, FL tel:
> 941/763-1121 or fax: 763-1124. I know he has frame sections, also.
>
> Perhaps you could send me the TZE number of your Palm Beach for the
> Registry by eMail also.
>
> As to batterys, I just replaced my 5 year old 4D battery with 2 6 volt
> golf cart batterys. Since the golf carts are a tad taller I made a slide
> out in the compartment so I can just remove a pin and slide the tray out
> with both batterys on it.
>
> The golf cart batterys are supposed to be the best solution. I just hope
> thay last as long as my old 4D!
>
> Regards,
>
> David Lee Greenberg
> GMC Motorhome Registry
> Delray Beach, FL
> davegreenberg1
>
> On Sat, 21 Feb 1998 09:17:55 -0500 "JOHN C. HICKS"
> >Hi I have a Green GMC the palm beach motorhome, I am wondering if
> >there are
> >any locations to purchase a front frame. We have notice that it would
> >be
> >nice also to replace the back batteries too, what is recommanded from
> >a
> >deep draw battery type to be used in the large battery compartment in
> >the
> >back.
> >Thanks, John hicks
> >
>
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> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 22 Feb 1998 22:35:05 -0500
> From: 9675.0203
> Subject: Re: GMC: heater fan
>
> >
> > >Any other ideas on how to disable the heater fan so that it only runs
> > >when I want it to . I find the fan and its draft to be an irritant. When
> > >I want fan (air blowing ) I'll ask for it.
> > >
> >
> > IF I were going to modify our rig, I would:
> >
> > There are two wires going to the fan motor, one is the ground and
> > one is the 12v feed, find a place to mount a toggle switch on the dash
> > , the switch MUST be rated atleast 20-25 amps, (I,ve measured current levels
> > of 15 amps on the blower motor during cold weather startup, but the
> > circuit on the 76 GMC is fused for 25 AMPS)
> > Wire the switch into the HOT line, use connection wire of atleast one
> > grade higher than what is used, to allow for current loss.
> > Use 12Ga wire, I would cut the 14ga Purple wire leading to the hot,
> > where it joins the black filter cap wire, and put the switch in series .
> > This will allow a person to turn the blower off if so desired.
> >
> > LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
> > You do this mod at your own risk. It is a safe procedure, if done
> > properly. I accept no responsability for misuse.
> >
> ====================================================================
> I will go along with John's suggestion, as I did just that when my
> blower stopped while on a trip and I didn't have time to track down the
> problem. (My problem was the purple wires' conection to the relay) Make
> sure your components are rated as John suggests.
>
> I also second John's disclaimer statement......
>
> HR in Indy
> 9675.0203
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 22 Feb 1998 23:30:57 -0600
> From: "William D. Minor"
> Subject: Re: GMC: 690-692-693-695
>
> I have a 1973 23-foot Sequoia (affectionately called the 'Banana), and I
> DON'T have any 690-692-693 or 695 in my glove box either. I found out
> most of the information about my motorhome from the 'build' sheet I
> found underneath my 'Goucho' in the back of the Coach. That was the
> only place on the motorhome I found it listed as a 'Sequoia'. The Title
> had 'Sequoia' on it, but there were no decals on the outside with that
> (or any other name) on it. I have a birchwood interior with the LIME
> GREEN carpet and Green upholstery. I have changed the PARROT GREEN
> countertop and drawers to almond, and the PARROT GREEN refrigerator
> front to white. On my last trip to Florida, my brother (who owns a 76
> Palm Beach, but not green anymore) installed a set of Chrysler New
> Yorker Leather seats in front. A VAST improvement over the OEM '73
> Buckets.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> End of GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #101
> ***********************************
idea. When the heater fan comes on, is it not operated directly by the
temperature of the heating heater as a safety feature? If by turning it off at
"will", could this possibly cause the heater to get to hot if left to the
individual for selection? Say for example, while you are driving down the
highway. I have had to use my heater when going down the highway because it was
so cold without it in the rest of the coach, bathroom, dining area etc. (I have
heard alot of controversy about having propane on while driving down the road. If
we all turned off the propane then the signs in the gas stations would not be
posted to "Please turn off you pilot lights") Please let me in on what the
complete idea is for disabling the heater blower motor. Thanks Chuck
> GMC Motorhome Digest Monday, February 23 1998 Volume 01 : Number 101
>
> In this issue of the GMC Motorhome List Digest:
>
> GMC: 690-692-693-695
> GMC: heater fan
> Re: GMC: heater fan
> Re: GMC: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #99
> Re: GMC: heater fan
> Re: GMC: 690-692-693-695
>
> To post to the GMC Motorhome List, send
> email to gmcmotorhome
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Date: Sat, 21 Feb 1998 21:08:08 -0800
> From: Marilyn & Arden Sniffen
> Subject: GMC: 690-692-693-695
>
> David, ocean is west of San Diego we're east to the foothills. Area code
> 619-669-3959. I stared at the glove box sticker til crosseyed and didn,t
> see the 690 etc. or any reference to interior. As for the int. I found
> some very green carpet under the dinette seats. Any place else to look
> for clues? Thanks Arden
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sat, 21 Feb 1998 21:01:41 -0800
> From: James Ross
> Subject: GMC: heater fan
>
> Any other ideas on how to disable the heater fan so that it only runs
> when I want it to . I find the fan and its draft to be an irritant. When
> I want fan (air blowing ) I'll ask for it. My wife complains of chills
> when the darn thing is going all the time. And then there are the drafts
> from the vents. Oh well, I guess we'll just wrap up in fur coats.
>
> cheers,
>
> J.Ross
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Mon, 23 Feb 1998 00:56:25 +0000
> From: John Szalay
> Subject: Re: GMC: heater fan
>
> >Any other ideas on how to disable the heater fan so that it only runs
> >when I want it to . I find the fan and its draft to be an irritant. When
> >I want fan (air blowing ) I'll ask for it.
> >
>
> IF I were going to modify our rig, I would:
>
> There are two wires going to the fan motor, one is the ground and
> one is the 12v feed, find a place to mount a toggle switch on the dash
> , the switch MUST be rated atleast 20-25 amps, (I,ve measured current levels
> of 15 amps on the blower motor during cold weather startup, but the
> circuit on the 76 GMC is fused for 25 AMPS)
> Wire the switch into the HOT line, use connection wire of atleast one
> grade higher than what is used, to allow for current loss.
> Use 12Ga wire, I would cut the 14ga Purple wire leading to the hot,
> where it joins the black filter cap wire, and put the switch in series .
> This will allow a person to turn the blower off if so desired.
>
> LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
> You do this mod at your own risk. It is a safe procedure, if done
> properly. I accept no responsability for misuse.
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 22 Feb 1998 19:04:38 EST
> From: davegreenberg1 (David L. Greenberg)
> Subject: Re: GMC: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #99
>
> There is a fellow parting out a 1977 Kingsley who is selling frame parts
> but he isn't on line. I expect to hear from him is this next week as he
> is delivering a set of rear bogeys to Florida. Send me via my email
> address your contact info and I'll put him in touch with you. His coach
> is in Indiana.
>
> Also, you can contact Alex Sirum at Sirum GMC in Okeechobee, FL tel:
> 941/763-1121 or fax: 763-1124. I know he has frame sections, also.
>
> Perhaps you could send me the TZE number of your Palm Beach for the
> Registry by eMail also.
>
> As to batterys, I just replaced my 5 year old 4D battery with 2 6 volt
> golf cart batterys. Since the golf carts are a tad taller I made a slide
> out in the compartment so I can just remove a pin and slide the tray out
> with both batterys on it.
>
> The golf cart batterys are supposed to be the best solution. I just hope
> thay last as long as my old 4D!
>
> Regards,
>
> David Lee Greenberg
> GMC Motorhome Registry
> Delray Beach, FL
> davegreenberg1
>
> On Sat, 21 Feb 1998 09:17:55 -0500 "JOHN C. HICKS"
> >Hi I have a Green GMC the palm beach motorhome, I am wondering if
> >there are
> >any locations to purchase a front frame. We have notice that it would
> >be
> >nice also to replace the back batteries too, what is recommanded from
> >a
> >deep draw battery type to be used in the large battery compartment in
> >the
> >back.
> >Thanks, John hicks
> >
>
> _____________________________________________________________________
> You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail.
> Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com
> Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 22 Feb 1998 22:35:05 -0500
> From: 9675.0203
> Subject: Re: GMC: heater fan
>
> >
> > >Any other ideas on how to disable the heater fan so that it only runs
> > >when I want it to . I find the fan and its draft to be an irritant. When
> > >I want fan (air blowing ) I'll ask for it.
> > >
> >
> > IF I were going to modify our rig, I would:
> >
> > There are two wires going to the fan motor, one is the ground and
> > one is the 12v feed, find a place to mount a toggle switch on the dash
> > , the switch MUST be rated atleast 20-25 amps, (I,ve measured current levels
> > of 15 amps on the blower motor during cold weather startup, but the
> > circuit on the 76 GMC is fused for 25 AMPS)
> > Wire the switch into the HOT line, use connection wire of atleast one
> > grade higher than what is used, to allow for current loss.
> > Use 12Ga wire, I would cut the 14ga Purple wire leading to the hot,
> > where it joins the black filter cap wire, and put the switch in series .
> > This will allow a person to turn the blower off if so desired.
> >
> > LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
> > You do this mod at your own risk. It is a safe procedure, if done
> > properly. I accept no responsability for misuse.
> >
> ====================================================================
> I will go along with John's suggestion, as I did just that when my
> blower stopped while on a trip and I didn't have time to track down the
> problem. (My problem was the purple wires' conection to the relay) Make
> sure your components are rated as John suggests.
>
> I also second John's disclaimer statement......
>
> HR in Indy
> 9675.0203
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 22 Feb 1998 23:30:57 -0600
> From: "William D. Minor"
> Subject: Re: GMC: 690-692-693-695
>
> I have a 1973 23-foot Sequoia (affectionately called the 'Banana), and I
> DON'T have any 690-692-693 or 695 in my glove box either. I found out
> most of the information about my motorhome from the 'build' sheet I
> found underneath my 'Goucho' in the back of the Coach. That was the
> only place on the motorhome I found it listed as a 'Sequoia'. The Title
> had 'Sequoia' on it, but there were no decals on the outside with that
> (or any other name) on it. I have a birchwood interior with the LIME
> GREEN carpet and Green upholstery. I have changed the PARROT GREEN
> countertop and drawers to almond, and the PARROT GREEN refrigerator
> front to white. On my last trip to Florida, my brother (who owns a 76
> Palm Beach, but not green anymore) installed a set of Chrysler New
> Yorker Leather seats in front. A VAST improvement over the OEM '73
> Buckets.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> End of GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #101
> ***********************************
