Chuck D wrote: >
Gosh Chuck, I actually DO look like a master mechanic in my bib
overalls! Problem is, I usually have trouble operating a screwdriver.
(Also, I don't actually own any bib overalls)
BTW, aren't you collecting old Caddy trannys to assemble a "switch
pitch" transmission? I always thought that was a Baseball term. ;^)
But, since there are an extraordinary number of newbies on the 'net
lately, (!) I'll reiterate the importance of taking the time to find a
well maintained coach, and seeing that it continues to be well
maintained. Since that is not my forte' (I hate French words), "Roy"
has been entirely maintained by Buskirk Rush RV since I drove him home
from Florida.
Now, I realize how fortunate I am to be able to take my coach to
Sandusky for service, but the point of the story remains: Service the
Bugger! Whether do-it-yourself or professionally.
I've worn a groove in the genuine walnut cabinet door behind the drivers
seat just by "knocking on wood" whenever it occurs to me how well Roy is
running. I turn the key, he starts. The dash air works OK. The Onan with
123 hours on the meter runs just fine. The brakes stop the thing very
adequately, (parking brake sucks). Hasn't overheated despite several
perfect opportunities. 403 keeps up with traffic pretty good. Its never
knocked that I'm aware of. Usually get 10 MPG.
I did have a front wheel bearing failure once, fixed by Buskirk's
shipping a hub-knuckle assembly to my local shop. And I had a rather
celebrated air bag adventure once!
Please understand, I'm not trying to brag. I only wish to illustrate to
newbies and wannabies that in spite of mechanical ineptitude (me), one
can indeed own a GMC without major hassle, if proper maintenance is
observed. We read many tales of woe here, not every GMC tale has to be
that way. Take your time, find a good coach, and we'll see you at a
rally someday!
Tim Brown
78 Royale
Jackson Mich
(Off to the Michigan 500 on Sunday!)
http://community.webtv.net/tbrown78/TimBrownsGMC
Gosh Chuck, I actually DO look like a master mechanic in my bib
overalls! Problem is, I usually have trouble operating a screwdriver.
(Also, I don't actually own any bib overalls)
BTW, aren't you collecting old Caddy trannys to assemble a "switch
pitch" transmission? I always thought that was a Baseball term. ;^)
But, since there are an extraordinary number of newbies on the 'net
lately, (!) I'll reiterate the importance of taking the time to find a
well maintained coach, and seeing that it continues to be well
maintained. Since that is not my forte' (I hate French words), "Roy"
has been entirely maintained by Buskirk Rush RV since I drove him home
from Florida.
Now, I realize how fortunate I am to be able to take my coach to
Sandusky for service, but the point of the story remains: Service the
Bugger! Whether do-it-yourself or professionally.
I've worn a groove in the genuine walnut cabinet door behind the drivers
seat just by "knocking on wood" whenever it occurs to me how well Roy is
running. I turn the key, he starts. The dash air works OK. The Onan with
123 hours on the meter runs just fine. The brakes stop the thing very
adequately, (parking brake sucks). Hasn't overheated despite several
perfect opportunities. 403 keeps up with traffic pretty good. Its never
knocked that I'm aware of. Usually get 10 MPG.
I did have a front wheel bearing failure once, fixed by Buskirk's
shipping a hub-knuckle assembly to my local shop. And I had a rather
celebrated air bag adventure once!
Please understand, I'm not trying to brag. I only wish to illustrate to
newbies and wannabies that in spite of mechanical ineptitude (me), one
can indeed own a GMC without major hassle, if proper maintenance is
observed. We read many tales of woe here, not every GMC tale has to be
that way. Take your time, find a good coach, and we'll see you at a
rally someday!
Tim Brown
78 Royale
Jackson Mich
(Off to the Michigan 500 on Sunday!)
http://community.webtv.net/tbrown78/TimBrownsGMC
wner-gmcmotorhome]On Behalf Of Timothy Brown
