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Subject: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #26
GMC Motorhome Digest Thursday, November 6 1997 Volume 01 : Number =
026
In this issue of the GMC Motorhome List Digest:
Re: GMC: Winterizing
GMC: Joining Club
GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
Re: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
GMC: First time buyer
GMC: re: Catalyic heaters
Re: GMC: Winterizing
Re: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
Re: GMC: Headliner
To post to the GMC Motorhome List, send
email to gmcmotorhome
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Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 09:56:15 -0600
From: "pam"
Subject: Re: GMC: Winterizing
I am sorry that I didn't specify that I have a rear bath when asking =
about
the hot water heater. Our coach came with a couple of books, but the
instructions are not very specific. I didn't know it made such a
difference. Also, there were no jpeg files attachedin the reply from
Harold. You may have to send them to me directly instead of to the =
list. =20
pamt
We bought our GMC late this summer and haven't used it but twice. I =
have
been reading about all the problems some of the people are having with =
bad
windows and rust and such. I cant believe we found the perfect coach. =
No
problems except needed new refrigerater and had to replace air =
conditioner
compressor. The steering is loose, but hope soon to repair that. Our
coach is immaculate. Probably not too many around in such good shape. =20
The bunks have been removed and the sleeping is limited to four, but who
could use those bunks anyway? I have a problem finding a place for the =
TV.
Anyone with suggestions?? If you set it on the counter by the sink, =
you
cant see it from the rear couch. I have tried sitting it on the table =
when
we are in bed, then it takes a longer antenna cord to reach the outlet, =
we
just played some tapes on the vcr. Have trouble with reception anyway.=20
There must be a solution to this simple problem. ( Where to put the TV?)
Thanks for all the help, but please be specific to the Royale with rear
bath. Sorry I gave you incomplete information.
Also, I was wondering what the retail price of these machines was when =
they
were new. I really enjoyed reading the brochure on the new web site , =
but
wish there was one available for the 78 model. Anyone have one????
Pam
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 10:04:56 -0600
From: "pam"
Subject: GMC: Joining Club
Anyone out there a member of this RV club?
Wanted to get some information about joining a club close to us.
GMC Classics=20
HCR 2, Box 6C
Medina TX 77055
Pam
See my webpage at http://hometown.home.ml.org
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Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 11:11:17 -0500 (EST)
From: Gplymate
Subject: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
Re: Cabinet Doors
I've just had my first look at the Digest, and I'm amazed at the =
potential
for help out there. Noe, to see if anyone can help me:
I have a '78 Kingsley with walnut cabinet doors. The coach sat outside =
in
wet weather for 18 years and caused the doors to swell. Every door in =
the
coach has one corner where the joint has expanded. Nothing I have tried =
will
do a thing for getting the corners back to their original shape. Does =
anyone
have any suggestions on what can be done? I'm considering just having =
all
new doors made.
... And, I've got LOTS of patience,
Thanks,
Glenn
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 11:12:22 -0500 (EST)
From: Gplymate
Subject: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
Re: Cabinet Doors
I've just had my first look at the Digest, and I'm amazed at the =
potential
for help out there. Noe, to see if anyone can help me:
I have a '78 Kingsley with walnut cabinet doors. The coach sat outside =
in
wet weather for 18 years and caused the doors to swell. Every door in =
the
coach has one corner where the joint has expanded. Nothing I have tried =
will
do a thing for getting the corners back to their original shape. Does =
anyone
have any suggestions on what can be done? I'm considering just having =
all
new doors made.
... And, I've got LOTS of patience,
Thanks,
Glenn
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 05 Nov 1997 19:45:16 -0500
From: "9675.0203"
Subject: Re: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
Glenn,
What publication are you referring to as the 'Digest'(GMC Motorhome
Digest IV #25)? I have not heard of one with that name.
Harold
9675.0203
>=20
> Re: Cabinet Doors
>=20
> I've just had my first look at the Digest, and I'm amazed at the =
potential
> for help out there. Noe, to see if anyone can help me:
>=20
> I have a '78 Kingsley with walnut cabinet doors. The coach sat =
outside in
> wet weather for 18 years and caused the doors to swell. Every door in =
the
> coach has one corner where the joint has expanded. Nothing I have =
tried will
> do a thing for getting the corners back to their original shape. Does =
anyone
> have any suggestions on what can be done? I'm considering just having =
all
> new doors made.
>=20
> .... And, I've got LOTS of patience,
>=20
> Thanks,
>=20
> Glenn
>=20
> Glenn: I also have a 78" Kingsley purchased in August of 97. The door =
problem you mentioned is caused when the center panel swells to excess =
due to high humidity. The only solution may be to remove them and place =
them in an area of low humidity for a week or two to shrink the panels. =
Then you may be able to work some glue into the open joint, front and =
back, and then clamp overnight. If you live in a high humidity area the =
problem may come back. The doors are designed to accommodate some =
changes in humidity, but not the conditions you mentioned. If you do =
live where moisture is excessive, you may want to consider a flat or =
recessed panel door replacement which has plywood as a center panel and =
is more stable as far as swelling is concerned.
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 05 Nov 1997 20:57:09
From: Ron FLYNN
Subject: GMC: First time buyer
Looking for some honest thoughts about Purchasing a 1976 GMC Eleganza.
depending upon the feed back I hope to make a purchase by Nov 15=20
Is there any specfic areas I should look at or know problems
Thanks for any help
Later Ron Flynn
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 21:28:21 +0000
From: Homebase
Subject: GMC: re: Catalyic heaters
Hello
Today's topic as you can see is catalyic heaters. If anyone has one=20
installed in a 26 side bath, could you answer the following:
What are their advantages?
Where did you install it?
What size do you have?
Where did you get it?
Thanks
Mike B
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Persons at homebase =20
when they are not at "home" ____________
travel by /_|[_] [] [] |
GMC Motorhome :-O-------OO--*
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 05 Nov 1997 21:51:26 -0500
From: Bill Wallace
Subject: Re: GMC: Winterizing
Pam, I have '78 Royale with rear bath. The water heater is under the
range. It is electric ignition Atwood 6 gallon. The drain is in the
lower left side when opening the outside cover. Unscrew plug to drain.
The Royale was made by Coachmen on a GMC Transmode chassis, so it is
quite different from models made by GMC.
The loose steering may be the idler arm bushing.=20
For TV I got a cheap cutting board and put screw eyes in corners and cup
hooks above road side bed. Two in back out of sight and two inside fron
of cabinet. Hang 9" tv when parked. Works great. I got this GMC in 1980,
so if I can be of further assistance let me know.
Bill
>=20
> I am sorry that I didn't specify that I have a rear bath when asking =
about
> the hot water heater. Our coach came with a couple of books, but the
> instructions are not very specific. I didn't know it made such a
> difference. Also, there were no jpeg files attachedin the reply from
> Harold. You may have to send them to me directly instead of to the =
list.
> pamt
>=20
> We bought our GMC late this summer and haven't used it but twice. I =
have
> been reading about all the problems some of the people are having with =
bad
> windows and rust and such. I cant believe we found the perfect coach. =
No
> problems except needed new refrigerater and had to replace air =
conditioner
> compressor. The steering is loose, but hope soon to repair that. Our
> coach is immaculate. Probably not too many around in such good shape.
>=20
> The bunks have been removed and the sleeping is limited to four, but =
who
> could use those bunks anyway? I have a problem finding a place for =
the TV.
> Anyone with suggestions?? If you set it on the counter by the sink, =
you
> cant see it from the rear couch. I have tried sitting it on the table =
when
> we are in bed, then it takes a longer antenna cord to reach the =
outlet, we
> just played some tapes on the vcr. Have trouble with reception =
anyway.
> There must be a solution to this simple problem. ( Where to put the =
TV?)
>=20
> Thanks for all the help, but please be specific to the Royale with =
rear
> bath. Sorry I gave you incomplete information.
>=20
> Also, I was wondering what the retail price of these machines was when =
they
> were new. I really enjoyed reading the brochure on the new web site =
, but
> wish there was one available for the 78 model. Anyone have one????
>=20
> Pam
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 05 Nov 1997 22:10:28 -0500
From: Patrick Flowers
Subject: Re: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
>=20
> Glenn,
>=20
> What publication are you referring to as the 'Digest'(GMC Motorhome
> Digest IV #25)? I have not heard of one with that name.
Harold,
He's referring to the "digest" version of this mailing list. It's
basically one email combining all the emails from one day on the regular
list. It cuts down on the number of emails that you receive in a day.
Patrick
- - --=20
Patrick Flowers
Mailto
atri63
The GMC Motorhome Page=20
http://www.gmcmotorhome.com
- ------------------------------
Date: Thu, 6 Nov 1997 11:58:15 -0500 (EST)
From: YOOGEEBEAR
Subject: Re: GMC: Headliner
A headliner kit was part of my 75 Glenbrook purchase...came from GLASCO
MANUFACTURING CORP., 5603 COMMERCE DRIVE, ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32839:
1-800-ASK-4GMC
=20
Basically 1/8" cardboard (solid) which you cut pattern from existing =
parts
and glue the headliner on with spray mastic (3M type 77: hardware =
store(Home
Depot/HomeBase)). My liner material is a fabric ; soft eggshell they =
called
it.=20
My cabinets are bolted to the upper frame work with 3/8" bolts located =
just
inside the cabinet doors and to the back 1/3d of the upper cabinets.
You may want to order the plastic fringe and edge pieces.
later jim
- ------------------------------
From: GMC Motorhome Digest [SMTP
wner-gmcmotorhome-d]Sent: Thursday, November 06, 1997 10:59 AM
To: gmcmotorhome-d
Subject: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #26
GMC Motorhome Digest Thursday, November 6 1997 Volume 01 : Number =
026
In this issue of the GMC Motorhome List Digest:
Re: GMC: Winterizing
GMC: Joining Club
GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
Re: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
GMC: First time buyer
GMC: re: Catalyic heaters
Re: GMC: Winterizing
Re: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
Re: GMC: Headliner
To post to the GMC Motorhome List, send
email to gmcmotorhome
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------
Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 09:56:15 -0600
From: "pam"
Subject: Re: GMC: Winterizing
I am sorry that I didn't specify that I have a rear bath when asking =
about
the hot water heater. Our coach came with a couple of books, but the
instructions are not very specific. I didn't know it made such a
difference. Also, there were no jpeg files attachedin the reply from
Harold. You may have to send them to me directly instead of to the =
list. =20
pamt
We bought our GMC late this summer and haven't used it but twice. I =
have
been reading about all the problems some of the people are having with =
bad
windows and rust and such. I cant believe we found the perfect coach. =
No
problems except needed new refrigerater and had to replace air =
conditioner
compressor. The steering is loose, but hope soon to repair that. Our
coach is immaculate. Probably not too many around in such good shape. =20
The bunks have been removed and the sleeping is limited to four, but who
could use those bunks anyway? I have a problem finding a place for the =
TV.
Anyone with suggestions?? If you set it on the counter by the sink, =
you
cant see it from the rear couch. I have tried sitting it on the table =
when
we are in bed, then it takes a longer antenna cord to reach the outlet, =
we
just played some tapes on the vcr. Have trouble with reception anyway.=20
There must be a solution to this simple problem. ( Where to put the TV?)
Thanks for all the help, but please be specific to the Royale with rear
bath. Sorry I gave you incomplete information.
Also, I was wondering what the retail price of these machines was when =
they
were new. I really enjoyed reading the brochure on the new web site , =
but
wish there was one available for the 78 model. Anyone have one????
Pam
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 10:04:56 -0600
From: "pam"
Subject: GMC: Joining Club
Anyone out there a member of this RV club?
Wanted to get some information about joining a club close to us.
GMC Classics=20
HCR 2, Box 6C
Medina TX 77055
Pam
See my webpage at http://hometown.home.ml.org
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 11:11:17 -0500 (EST)
From: Gplymate
Subject: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
Re: Cabinet Doors
I've just had my first look at the Digest, and I'm amazed at the =
potential
for help out there. Noe, to see if anyone can help me:
I have a '78 Kingsley with walnut cabinet doors. The coach sat outside =
in
wet weather for 18 years and caused the doors to swell. Every door in =
the
coach has one corner where the joint has expanded. Nothing I have tried =
will
do a thing for getting the corners back to their original shape. Does =
anyone
have any suggestions on what can be done? I'm considering just having =
all
new doors made.
... And, I've got LOTS of patience,
Thanks,
Glenn
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 11:12:22 -0500 (EST)
From: Gplymate
Subject: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
Re: Cabinet Doors
I've just had my first look at the Digest, and I'm amazed at the =
potential
for help out there. Noe, to see if anyone can help me:
I have a '78 Kingsley with walnut cabinet doors. The coach sat outside =
in
wet weather for 18 years and caused the doors to swell. Every door in =
the
coach has one corner where the joint has expanded. Nothing I have tried =
will
do a thing for getting the corners back to their original shape. Does =
anyone
have any suggestions on what can be done? I'm considering just having =
all
new doors made.
... And, I've got LOTS of patience,
Thanks,
Glenn
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 05 Nov 1997 19:45:16 -0500
From: "9675.0203"
Subject: Re: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
Glenn,
What publication are you referring to as the 'Digest'(GMC Motorhome
Digest IV #25)? I have not heard of one with that name.
Harold
9675.0203
>=20
> Re: Cabinet Doors
>=20
> I've just had my first look at the Digest, and I'm amazed at the =
potential
> for help out there. Noe, to see if anyone can help me:
>=20
> I have a '78 Kingsley with walnut cabinet doors. The coach sat =
outside in
> wet weather for 18 years and caused the doors to swell. Every door in =
the
> coach has one corner where the joint has expanded. Nothing I have =
tried will
> do a thing for getting the corners back to their original shape. Does =
anyone
> have any suggestions on what can be done? I'm considering just having =
all
> new doors made.
>=20
> .... And, I've got LOTS of patience,
>=20
> Thanks,
>=20
> Glenn
>=20
> Glenn: I also have a 78" Kingsley purchased in August of 97. The door =
problem you mentioned is caused when the center panel swells to excess =
due to high humidity. The only solution may be to remove them and place =
them in an area of low humidity for a week or two to shrink the panels. =
Then you may be able to work some glue into the open joint, front and =
back, and then clamp overnight. If you live in a high humidity area the =
problem may come back. The doors are designed to accommodate some =
changes in humidity, but not the conditions you mentioned. If you do =
live where moisture is excessive, you may want to consider a flat or =
recessed panel door replacement which has plywood as a center panel and =
is more stable as far as swelling is concerned.
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 05 Nov 1997 20:57:09
From: Ron FLYNN
Subject: GMC: First time buyer
Looking for some honest thoughts about Purchasing a 1976 GMC Eleganza.
depending upon the feed back I hope to make a purchase by Nov 15=20
Is there any specfic areas I should look at or know problems
Thanks for any help
Later Ron Flynn
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 5 Nov 1997 21:28:21 +0000
From: Homebase
Subject: GMC: re: Catalyic heaters
Hello
Today's topic as you can see is catalyic heaters. If anyone has one=20
installed in a 26 side bath, could you answer the following:
What are their advantages?
Where did you install it?
What size do you have?
Where did you get it?
Thanks
Mike B
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Persons at homebase =20
when they are not at "home" ____________
travel by /_|[_] [] [] |
GMC Motorhome :-O-------OO--*
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 05 Nov 1997 21:51:26 -0500
From: Bill Wallace
Subject: Re: GMC: Winterizing
Pam, I have '78 Royale with rear bath. The water heater is under the
range. It is electric ignition Atwood 6 gallon. The drain is in the
lower left side when opening the outside cover. Unscrew plug to drain.
The Royale was made by Coachmen on a GMC Transmode chassis, so it is
quite different from models made by GMC.
The loose steering may be the idler arm bushing.=20
For TV I got a cheap cutting board and put screw eyes in corners and cup
hooks above road side bed. Two in back out of sight and two inside fron
of cabinet. Hang 9" tv when parked. Works great. I got this GMC in 1980,
so if I can be of further assistance let me know.
Bill
>=20
> I am sorry that I didn't specify that I have a rear bath when asking =
about
> the hot water heater. Our coach came with a couple of books, but the
> instructions are not very specific. I didn't know it made such a
> difference. Also, there were no jpeg files attachedin the reply from
> Harold. You may have to send them to me directly instead of to the =
list.
> pamt
>=20
> We bought our GMC late this summer and haven't used it but twice. I =
have
> been reading about all the problems some of the people are having with =
bad
> windows and rust and such. I cant believe we found the perfect coach. =
No
> problems except needed new refrigerater and had to replace air =
conditioner
> compressor. The steering is loose, but hope soon to repair that. Our
> coach is immaculate. Probably not too many around in such good shape.
>=20
> The bunks have been removed and the sleeping is limited to four, but =
who
> could use those bunks anyway? I have a problem finding a place for =
the TV.
> Anyone with suggestions?? If you set it on the counter by the sink, =
you
> cant see it from the rear couch. I have tried sitting it on the table =
when
> we are in bed, then it takes a longer antenna cord to reach the =
outlet, we
> just played some tapes on the vcr. Have trouble with reception =
anyway.
> There must be a solution to this simple problem. ( Where to put the =
TV?)
>=20
> Thanks for all the help, but please be specific to the Royale with =
rear
> bath. Sorry I gave you incomplete information.
>=20
> Also, I was wondering what the retail price of these machines was when =
they
> were new. I really enjoyed reading the brochure on the new web site =
, but
> wish there was one available for the 78 model. Anyone have one????
>=20
> Pam
- ------------------------------
Date: Wed, 05 Nov 1997 22:10:28 -0500
From: Patrick Flowers
Subject: Re: GMC: Re: GMC Motorhome Digest V1 #25
>=20
> Glenn,
>=20
> What publication are you referring to as the 'Digest'(GMC Motorhome
> Digest IV #25)? I have not heard of one with that name.
Harold,
He's referring to the "digest" version of this mailing list. It's
basically one email combining all the emails from one day on the regular
list. It cuts down on the number of emails that you receive in a day.
Patrick
- - --=20
Patrick Flowers
Mailto
atri63The GMC Motorhome Page=20
http://www.gmcmotorhome.com
- ------------------------------
Date: Thu, 6 Nov 1997 11:58:15 -0500 (EST)
From: YOOGEEBEAR
Subject: Re: GMC: Headliner
A headliner kit was part of my 75 Glenbrook purchase...came from GLASCO
MANUFACTURING CORP., 5603 COMMERCE DRIVE, ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32839:
1-800-ASK-4GMC
=20
Basically 1/8" cardboard (solid) which you cut pattern from existing =
parts
and glue the headliner on with spray mastic (3M type 77: hardware =
store(Home
Depot/HomeBase)). My liner material is a fabric ; soft eggshell they =
called
it.=20
My cabinets are bolted to the upper frame work with 3/8" bolts located =
just
inside the cabinet doors and to the back 1/3d of the upper cabinets.
You may want to order the plastic fringe and edge pieces.
later jim
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