Hello! Hunting for my GMC!

[neil roach]

Deb,

I live in Calgary, Alberta and recently this year purchased a 1977 Kingsley 26 foot (Elvis) that is mostly original. I have been monitoring new listings since and not much has come up. I bought mine on Kijiji in Lethbridge. Other than the generator board being bad, It was basically a ready to roll unit. Most of the units coming up for sale have been on Kijiji in Alberta with a couple in B.C. There was a 23 foot Birchaven in B.C. about 2 months ago for $19,000 can that looked not bad. There was also a nice 26 foot Eleganza? I believe in Edmonton for $20k that looked very nice too, in fact it was on the GMC Motorhome for sale site on Facebook too. Also, there is/was a 26 footer in High River for $15k on Kijiji that looked ok too. I have not personally looked at any of the mentioned ones in person. After July the number of offerings in western Canada really dried up.

I too want to put a scooter on my back bumper and I purchased a 500# steel rack from princess auto that was on sale for $100, regular $150. The steel rack apparently weighs about the same as the aluminum one they offer for a 400# rating, if you believe there specs. Anyways, Elvis is now in storage so I’m onto my other projects. Let me know if I can assist you in your GMC hunting. My cell is 403-808-8267.

Neil

1977 Kingsley 26 foot 403 (Elvis)
Mostly stock with zip-dee awning
Calgary, Alberta Canada

>
> Hi Ken. I have never been one to turn away from a decent drive (or flight as the case may be). Sorry to hear about your buddy in kamloops, but Yes,
> seeing it from the ground around here is nice. Flying over-head is a great vista, but the mountains are nice to ride through. Have never done the
> ride to Lytton - I have 400 Burgman scooter that I will likely take out on more trips next summer and may head up that way - need to find a way to
> transport it on whatever GMC I end up adopting - either as a toad on a small utility trailer or with a dolly wheel to keep it from making the GMC pull
> a wheelie!
>
> If you know of a good coach I am most definitely open to hearing about it! A 2-3 day run back would be the perfect shake-down cruise!
>
> Thanks for thinking of me, and for all of the help - you guys are awesome!
>
> Deb
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[Deb]

> Deb,
>
> I live in Calgary, Alberta and recently this year purchased a 1977 Kingsley 26 foot (Elvis) that is mostly original. I have been monitoring new
> listings since and not much has come up. I bought mine on Kijiji in Lethbridge. Other than the generator board being bad, It was basically a ready
> to roll unit. Most of the units coming up for sale have been on Kijiji in Alberta with a couple in B.C. There was a 23 foot Birchaven in B.C.
> about 2 months ago for $19,000 can that looked not bad. There was also a nice 26 foot Eleganza? I believe in Edmonton for $20k that looked very
> nice too, in fact it was on the GMC Motorhome for sale site on Facebook too. Also, there is/was a 26 footer in High River for $15k on Kijiji that
> looked ok too. I have not personally looked at any of the mentioned ones in person. After July the number of offerings in western Canada really
> dried up.
>
> I too want to put a scooter on my back bumper and I purchased a 500# steel rack from princess auto that was on sale for $100, regular $150. The
> steel rack apparently weighs about the same as the aluminum one they offer for a 400# rating, if you believe there specs. Anyways, Elvis is now in
> storage so I'm onto my other projects. Let me know if I can assist you in your GMC hunting. My cell is 403-808-8267.
>
> Neil
>
> 1977 Kingsley 26 foot 403 (Elvis)
> Mostly stock with zip-dee awning
> Calgary, Alberta Canada

"Thank you, thank you very much" (Sorry, had to!) Seriously Neil, I appreciate the help. I'v actually had my eye on that 76 in High River. The
seller has sent me a tonne of video and pix that he has uploaded into his Dropbox. It's an interesting vehicle. Has had some work done on it -
example, the digital dash & an engine rebuild both done 23K ago, new range, oven & fridge, Generac generator with remote start from inside (and it
works - demo'd on the video) and other items I can't recall off the top of my head. Still very much on the list. But, I have been convinced to slow
down a bit. Hard to do, but I'm trying If I decide to consider more seriously, maybe I could give you a shout.

 

[Ken H.]

Based on my experience, and that of at least two other GMCers whom I know,
if that's a Generac 36, discount it -- plan to replace it. The fact that
it's no longer sold probably reflects similar experience for others.

Ken H.
Americus, GA
'76 X-Birchaven w/Cad500/Howell EFI & EBL,
Manny Brakes & 1-Ton, etc., etc., etc.
www.gmcwipersetc.com

> ... Has had some work done on it -
> example, the digital dash & an engine rebuild both done 23K ago, new
> range, oven & fridge, Generac generator with remote start from inside (and
> it
> works - demo'd on the video) and other items I can't recall off the top of
> my head. Still very much on the list. But, I have been convinced to slow
> down a bit. Hard to do, but I'm trying If I decide to consider more
> seriously, maybe I could give you a shout.
>
>

 

[brian waddell]

A word of caution......the High River flood...maybe others on here know more....Brian 77 ele 455

________________________________
From: Gmclist on behalf of Deb McWade
Sent: October 24, 2016 7:25 PM
To: gmclist
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Hello! Hunting for my GMC!

> Deb,
>
> I live in Calgary, Alberta and recently this year purchased a 1977 Kingsley 26 foot (Elvis) that is mostly original. I have been monitoring new
> listings since and not much has come up. I bought mine on Kijiji in Lethbridge. Other than the generator board being bad, It was basically a ready
> to roll unit. Most of the units coming up for sale have been on Kijiji in Alberta with a couple in B.C. There was a 23 foot Birchaven in B.C.
> about 2 months ago for $19,000 can that looked not bad. There was also a nice 26 foot Eleganza? I believe in Edmonton for $20k that looked very
> nice too, in fact it was on the GMC Motorhome for sale site on Facebook too. Also, there is/was a 26 footer in High River for $15k on Kijiji that
> looked ok too. I have not personally looked at any of the mentioned ones in person. After July the number of offerings in western Canada really
> dried up.
>
> I too want to put a scooter on my back bumper and I purchased a 500# steel rack from princess auto that was on sale for $100, regular $150. The
> steel rack apparently weighs about the same as the aluminum one they offer for a 400# rating, if you believe there specs. Anyways, Elvis is now in
> storage so I'm onto my other projects. Let me know if I can assist you in your GMC hunting. My cell is 403-808-8267.
>
> Neil
>
> 1977 Kingsley 26 foot 403 (Elvis)
> Mostly stock with zip-dee awning
> Calgary, Alberta Canada

"Thank you, thank you very much" (Sorry, had to!) Seriously Neil, I appreciate the help. I'v actually had my eye on that 76 in High River. The
seller has sent me a tonne of video and pix that he has uploaded into his Dropbox. It's an interesting vehicle. Has had some work done on it -
example, the digital dash & an engine rebuild both done 23K ago, new range, oven & fridge, Generac generator with remote start from inside (and it
works - demo'd on the video) and other items I can't recall off the top of my head. Still very much on the list. But, I have been convinced to slow
down a bit. Hard to do, but I'm trying If I decide to consider more seriously, maybe I could give you a shout.

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[Deb]

> Based on my experience, and that of at least two other GMCers whom I know,
> if that's a Generac 36, discount it -- plan to replace it. The fact that
> it's no longer sold probably reflects similar experience for others.
>
> Ken H.
> Americus, GA
> '76 X-Birchaven w/Cad500/Howell EFI & EBL,
> Manny Brakes & 1-Ton, etc., etc., etc.
> www.gmcwipersetc.com

Thanks Ken. Very good to know!

 

[neil roach]

Brian makes a good point about the 2013 flood in High River, it’s worth checking into that more. Also, I forgot to mention there was a recent 26 footer on Kijiji in green with green and more green here in Calgary. Obviously, an original beauty but the owner tells me tonight that it just sold. No mention of price however. I know all about the diving in too fast as it’s almost impossible not to buy right away but try and resist and look at lots. As mentioned before, there are a lot more choices in the USA so don’t discount that even with the dollar being what it is. Good hunting!

Neil & Elvis

>

>> Deb,
>>
>> I live in Calgary, Alberta and recently this year purchased a 1977 Kingsley 26 foot (Elvis) that is mostly original. I have been monitoring new
>> listings since and not much has come up. I bought mine on Kijiji in Lethbridge. Other than the generator board being bad, It was basically a ready
>> to roll unit. Most of the units coming up for sale have been on Kijiji in Alberta with a couple in B.C. There was a 23 foot Birchaven in B.C.
>> about 2 months ago for $19,000 can that looked not bad. There was also a nice 26 foot Eleganza? I believe in Edmonton for $20k that looked very
>> nice too, in fact it was on the GMC Motorhome for sale site on Facebook too. Also, there is/was a 26 footer in High River for $15k on Kijiji that
>> looked ok too. I have not personally looked at any of the mentioned ones in person. After July the number of offerings in western Canada really
>> dried up.
>>
>> I too want to put a scooter on my back bumper and I purchased a 500# steel rack from princess auto that was on sale for $100, regular $150. The
>> steel rack apparently weighs about the same as the aluminum one they offer for a 400# rating, if you believe there specs. Anyways, Elvis is now in
>> storage so I'm onto my other projects. Let me know if I can assist you in your GMC hunting. My cell is 403-808-8267.
>>
>> Neil
>>
>> 1977 Kingsley 26 foot 403 (Elvis)
>> Mostly stock with zip-dee awning
>> Calgary, Alberta Canada
>
>
> "Thank you, thank you very much" (Sorry, had to!) Seriously Neil, I appreciate the help. I'v actually had my eye on that 76 in High River. The
> seller has sent me a tonne of video and pix that he has uploaded into his Dropbox. It's an interesting vehicle. Has had some work done on it -
> example, the digital dash & an engine rebuild both done 23K ago, new range, oven & fridge, Generac generator with remote start from inside (and it
> works - demo'd on the video) and other items I can't recall off the top of my head. Still very much on the list. But, I have been convinced to slow
> down a bit. Hard to do, but I'm trying If I decide to consider more seriously, maybe I could give you a shout.
>
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[Deb]

> Brian makes a good point about the 2013 flood in High River, it's worth checking into that more. Also, I forgot to mention there was a recent 26
> footer on Kijiji in green with green and more green here in Calgary. Obviously, an original beauty but the owner tells me tonight that it just
> sold. No mention of price however. I know all about the diving in too fast as it's almost impossible not to buy right away but try and resist and
> look at lots. As mentioned before, there are a lot more choices in the USA so don't discount that even with the dollar being what it is. Good
> hunting!
>
> Neil & Elvis

I was thinking about the flood - who knows were this one was parked during that! And I did check into the green with green on green It was going
to need tires & brakes & "bushings" within the year. Had rebuilt tranny apparently but he was swearing that it was 37,000 original miles. May have
been. But For what I saw, and what I knew up front it was going to need before next season was out, he wanted too much (more than I was willing to
pay especially since I know nothing and hadn't seen it at all) wanted $8800 - and I have the '73 in ON that I was looking at for $3000 more with a lot
more upgrades and updates. Plus I really couldn't get over the green on green on green with green shag carpet and green trim upholstery. Couldn't
face it. And he got back to me tonight too about the sale. Hope it goes well for whoever; I suspect that it could have been more than I would have
wanted to take on this early in my "career" anyway.

I am starting to enjoy the hunt and the research. Getting to know a bit more about what's good, what isn't, what I could live with, what layout I
might prefer (side wet-bath and the rear gaucho arrangement I think will suit me best the 26-3 I think it is). I will be doing some investigating on
how much it would take to make changes to the inside if the unit showed up with all of the mechanicals and accessories in great nick, but the interior
wasn't going to be what I really wanted. And then there's the perennial generator question - good, bad or ugly (or missing altogether!).

Lots to think about and even more to learn.

 

[brian waddell]

That High River flood ...there was a beaytiful coach in high river that had a total renovation. It sat through the flood. I believe it was auctioned off although I am not sure if I am remembering correctly...there were pics of it on this forum. Someone here will know about this. There was something very negative about this beautiful coach. Brian 77ele

________________________________
From: Gmclist on behalf of Deb McWade
Sent: October 24, 2016 10:04 PM
To: gmclist
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Hello! Hunting for my GMC!

> Brian makes a good point about the 2013 flood in High River, it's worth checking into that more. Also, I forgot to mention there was a recent 26
> footer on Kijiji in green with green and more green here in Calgary. Obviously, an original beauty but the owner tells me tonight that it just
> sold. No mention of price however. I know all about the diving in too fast as it's almost impossible not to buy right away but try and resist and
> look at lots. As mentioned before, there are a lot more choices in the USA so don't discount that even with the dollar being what it is. Good
> hunting!
>
> Neil & Elvis

I was thinking about the flood - who knows were this one was parked during that! And I did check into the green with green on green It was going
to need tires & brakes & "bushings" within the year. Had rebuilt tranny apparently but he was swearing that it was 37,000 original miles. May have
been. But For what I saw, and what I knew up front it was going to need before next season was out, he wanted too much (more than I was willing to
pay especially since I know nothing and hadn't seen it at all) wanted $8800 - and I have the '73 in ON that I was looking at for $3000 more with a lot
more upgrades and updates. Plus I really couldn't get over the green on green on green with green shag carpet and green trim upholstery. Couldn't
face it. And he got back to me tonight too about the sale. Hope it goes well for whoever; I suspect that it could have been more than I would have
wanted to take on this early in my "career" anyway.

I am starting to enjoy the hunt and the research. Getting to know a bit more about what's good, what isn't, what I could live with, what layout I
might prefer (side wet-bath and the rear gaucho arrangement I think will suit me best the 26-3 I think it is). I will be doing some investigating on
how much it would take to make changes to the inside if the unit showed up with all of the mechanicals and accessories in great nick, but the interior
wasn't going to be what I really wanted. And then there's the perennial generator question - good, bad or ugly (or missing altogether!).

Lots to think about and even more to learn.

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[Ken B]

> Click here and once you get to the first picture, click on the right arrow on each picture to see the next one in the series.
>
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/member-galleries/p26079-motorcycle-carrier.html
>
>
> Ken B.

It looks like I should have patented mine.

http://www.discountramps.com/tilting_motorcycle_rack/p/ACR-MOTORCYCLE-CARRIER/

I had a little less than $50.00 in mine. Most of it was steel scraps that I picked up at a local steel and aluminum fabricator. The owner of the
steel company has 2 GMC's but I have never met him.
--
Ken Burton - N9KB
76 Palm Beach
Hebron, Indiana

 

[Deb]

> > Click here and once you get to the first picture, click on the right arrow on each picture to see the next one in the series.
> >
> > http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/member-galleries/p26079-motorcycle-carrier.html
> >
> >
> > Ken B.
>
>
>
> It looks like I should have patented mine.
>
> http://www.discountramps.com/tilting_motorcycle_rack/p/ACR-MOTORCYCLE-CARRIER/
>
> I had a little less than $50.00 in mine. Most of it was steel scraps that I picked up at a local steel and aluminum fabricator. The owner of the
> steel company has 2 GMC's but I have never met him.


:evil: They were peeking around the corner during the build. :roll:

 

[d c *mac* macdonald]

There was a super modified GMC (~ $200,000 or more) that got

caught in a flood in Calgary a couple or three years back.

It was a Jim Bounds project that was finished just before the

previous Dothan convention and displayed there.

I have never heard if it had been repaired/restored.

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
~~ ~ D C "Mac" Macdonald ~ ~~
~ ~ Amateur Radio - K2GKK ~ ~
~ ~ Since 30 November '53 ~ ~
~ ~ USAF and FAA, Retired ~ ~
~ Member GMCMI and Classics ~
~ ~ ~ Oklahoma City, OK ~ ~ ~
~~ ~ ~ "The Money Pit" ~ ~ ~~
~ ~ ~ ~ TZE166V101966 ~ ~ ~ ~
~ ~ ~ '76 ex-Palm Beach ~ ~ ~
~~ k2gkk + hotmail dot com ~~
~ www.gmcmhphotos.com/okclb ~
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
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From: Gmclist on behalf of Brian Waddell
Sent: Monday, October 24, 2016 20:50
To: gmclist
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Hello! Hunting for my GMC!

A word of caution......the High River flood...maybe others on here know more....Brian 77 ele 455

________________________________
From: Gmclist on behalf of Deb McWade
Sent: October 24, 2016 7:25 PM
To: gmclist
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Hello! Hunting for my GMC!

> Deb,
>
> I live in Calgary, Alberta and recently this year purchased a 1977 Kingsley 26 foot (Elvis) that is mostly original. I have been monitoring new
> listings since and not much has come up. I bought mine on Kijiji in Lethbridge. Other than the generator board being bad, It was basically a ready
> to roll unit. Most of the units coming up for sale have been on Kijiji in Alberta with a couple in B.C. There was a 23 foot Birchaven in B.C.
> about 2 months ago for $19,000 can that looked not bad. There was also a nice 26 foot Eleganza? I believe in Edmonton for $20k that looked very
> nice too, in fact it was on the GMC Motorhome for sale site on Facebook too. Also, there is/was a 26 footer in High River for $15k on Kijiji that
> looked ok too. I have not personally looked at any of the mentioned ones in person. After July the number of offerings in western Canada really
> dried up.
>
> I too want to put a scooter on my back bumper and I purchased a 500# steel rack from princess auto that was on sale for $100, regular $150. The
> steel rack apparently weighs about the same as the aluminum one they offer for a 400# rating, if you believe there specs. Anyways, Elvis is now in
> storage so I'm onto my other projects. Let me know if I can assist you in your GMC hunting. My cell is 403-808-8267.
>
> Neil
>
> 1977 Kingsley 26 foot 403 (Elvis)
> Mostly stock with zip-dee awning
> Calgary, Alberta Canada

"Thank you, thank you very much" (Sorry, had to!) Seriously Neil, I appreciate the help. I'v actually had my eye on that 76 in High River. The
seller has sent me a tonne of video and pix that he has uploaded into his Dropbox. It's an interesting vehicle. Has had some work done on it -
example, the digital dash & an engine rebuild both done 23K ago, new range, oven & fridge, Generac generator with remote start from inside (and it
works - demo'd on the video) and other items I can't recall off the top of my head. Still very much on the list. But, I have been convinced to slow
down a bit. Hard to do, but I'm trying If I decide to consider more seriously, maybe I could give you a shout.

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[brian waddell]

Yes...think it was in the High River flood.....Brian 77 ele 455

________________________________
From: Gmclist on behalf of D C _Mac_ Macdonald
Sent: October 25, 2016 9:37 AM
To: gmclist
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Hello! Hunting for my GMC!

There was a super modified GMC (~ $200,000 or more) that got

caught in a flood in Calgary a couple or three years back.

It was a Jim Bounds project that was finished just before the

previous Dothan convention and displayed there.

I have never heard if it had been repaired/restored.

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
~~ ~ D C "Mac" Macdonald ~ ~~
~ ~ Amateur Radio - K2GKK ~ ~
~ ~ Since 30 November '53 ~ ~
~ ~ USAF and FAA, Retired ~ ~
~ Member GMCMI and Classics ~
~ ~ ~ Oklahoma City, OK ~ ~ ~
~~ ~ ~ "The Money Pit" ~ ~ ~~
~ ~ ~ ~ TZE166V101966 ~ ~ ~ ~
~ ~ ~ '76 ex-Palm Beach ~ ~ ~
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From: Gmclist on behalf of Brian Waddell
Sent: Monday, October 24, 2016 20:50
To: gmclist
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Hello! Hunting for my GMC!

A word of caution......the High River flood...maybe others on here know more....Brian 77 ele 455

________________________________
From: Gmclist on behalf of Deb McWade
Sent: October 24, 2016 7:25 PM
To: gmclist
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Hello! Hunting for my GMC!

> Deb,
>
> I live in Calgary, Alberta and recently this year purchased a 1977 Kingsley 26 foot (Elvis) that is mostly original. I have been monitoring new
> listings since and not much has come up. I bought mine on Kijiji in Lethbridge. Other than the generator board being bad, It was basically a ready
> to roll unit. Most of the units coming up for sale have been on Kijiji in Alberta with a couple in B.C. There was a 23 foot Birchaven in B.C.
> about 2 months ago for $19,000 can that looked not bad. There was also a nice 26 foot Eleganza? I believe in Edmonton for $20k that looked very
> nice too, in fact it was on the GMC Motorhome for sale site on Facebook too. Also, there is/was a 26 footer in High River for $15k on Kijiji that
> looked ok too. I have not personally looked at any of the mentioned ones in person. After July the number of offerings in western Canada really
> dried up.
>
> I too want to put a scooter on my back bumper and I purchased a 500# steel rack from princess auto that was on sale for $100, regular $150. The
> steel rack apparently weighs about the same as the aluminum one they offer for a 400# rating, if you believe there specs. Anyways, Elvis is now in
> storage so I'm onto my other projects. Let me know if I can assist you in your GMC hunting. My cell is 403-808-8267.
>
> Neil
>
> 1977 Kingsley 26 foot 403 (Elvis)
> Mostly stock with zip-dee awning
> Calgary, Alberta Canada

"Thank you, thank you very much" (Sorry, had to!) Seriously Neil, I appreciate the help. I'v actually had my eye on that 76 in High River. The
seller has sent me a tonne of video and pix that he has uploaded into his Dropbox. It's an interesting vehicle. Has had some work done on it -
example, the digital dash & an engine rebuild both done 23K ago, new range, oven & fridge, Generac generator with remote start from inside (and it
works - demo'd on the video) and other items I can't recall off the top of my head. Still very much on the list. But, I have been convinced to slow
down a bit. Hard to do, but I'm trying If I decide to consider more seriously, maybe I could give you a shout.

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[d c *mac* macdonald]

Definitely a crying shame the owner could not get it moved in time!

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From: Gmclist on behalf of Brian Waddell
Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2016 17:05
To: gmclist
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Hello! Hunting for my GMC!

Yes...think it was in the High River flood.....Brian 77 ele 455

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From: Gmclist on behalf of D C _Mac_ Macdonald
Sent: October 25, 2016 9:37 AM
To: gmclist
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Hello! Hunting for my GMC!

There was a super modified GMC (~ $200,000 or more) that got

caught in a flood in Calgary a couple or three years back.

It was a Jim Bounds project that was finished just before the

previous Dothan convention and displayed there.

I have never heard if it had been repaired/restored.

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[michael bozardt]

Hi Deb, tell you what,I am working on my GMC now after three years in storage where it decided not to run. We moved and repeated trips to Houston to
get it drivable to our new location 100 miles away did not work, so I had it trailered here and am now working to solve a few problems before
marketing it.
I will be selling it for under $10,000 once I have it up and ready. Further, I will drive it to Canada for you to decide. It is a 1974, 26ft, yellow
GMC. The engine was rebuilt before we bought it. Mileage unknown but we have added 25,000 to it plus having the suspension rebuilt.
I have owned it since 2001 and have receipts for over $30,000 spent in maintenance and upgrades. I can send copies of the receipts by year to you. We
paid $14,500 for it initially plus the $30k. It will come with brand new tires on 16 inch wheels(original 16.5 inch tires are getting hard to
find-plus, if you have a blow out as I did with used tires(big mistake) you could get stiffed as I did with a $265 tire that was the wrong size. After
that I bought aluminum wheels and new Bridgestone tires which never failed. However, the Aluminum wheels are reserved for the other GMC and will not
be sold.
We are selling this coach to upgrade another GMC motorhome we already have as a result of my business of selling used GMC M/H parts. This one was
upgraded by the prior owner whose son kept it after dad passed away.
The roof air is working fine after storage as is the fridge which was new in 2008. We had new carpet and pad installed before storing it and it has
not been used-no dogs, nothing. I have runners down to protect it. Recently had the cushion covers dry cleaned and not installing them until all work
inside is done. Will be checking all systems-furnace, water pump, lines and tank, electrical, plumbing,etc. Oh, under the carpet was parquet flooring.
Unfortunately, it has stapple holes from the old carpet, but it is still there like an extra insulation for the flooring.
Please feel free to ask any questions about our coach or any other you may be interested in.
Today, I have asked other owners for assistance elsewhere on this forum with a mechanical issue.

My email is mailto:gemrecs or cell phone at 713-373-7775. Thx, Michael

 

[michael bozardt]

Hi Deb, tell you what,I am working on my GMC now after three years in storage where it decided not to run. We moved and repeated trips to Houston to
get it drivable to our new location 100 miles away did not work, so I had it trailered here and am now working to solve a few problems before
marketing it.
I will be selling it for under $10,000 once I have it up and ready. Further, I will drive it to Canada for you to decide. It is a 1974, 26ft, yellow
GMC. The engine was rebuilt before we bought it. Mileage unknown but we have added 25,000 to it plus having the suspension rebuilt.
I have owned it since 2001 and have receipts for over $30,000 spent in maintenance and upgrades. I can send copies of the receipts by year to you. We
paid $14,500 for it initially plus the $30k. It will come with brand new tires on 16 inch wheels(original 16.5 inch tires are getting hard to
find-plus, if you have a blow out as I did with used tires(big mistake) you could get stiffed as I did with a $265 tire that was the wrong size. After
that I bought aluminum wheels and new Bridgestone tires which never failed. However, the Aluminum wheels are reserved for the other GMC and will not
be sold.
We are selling this coach to upgrade another GMC motorhome we already have as a result of my business of selling used GMC M/H parts. This one was
upgraded by the prior owner whose son kept it after dad passed away.
The roof air is working fine after storage as is the fridge which was new in 2008. We had new carpet and pad installed before storing it and it has
not been used-no dogs, nothing. I have runners down to protect it. Recently had the cushion covers dry cleaned and not installing them until all work
inside is done. Will be checking all systems-furnace, water pump, lines and tank, electrical, plumbing,etc. Oh, under the carpet was parquet flooring.
Unfortunately, it has stapple holes from the old carpet, but it is still there like an extra insulation for the flooring.
Please feel free to ask any questions about our coach or any other you may be interested in.
Today, I have asked other owners for assistance elsewhere on this forum with a mechanical issue.

My email is mailto:gemrecs or cell phone at 713-373-7775. Thx, Michael

 

[michael bozardt]

Hi Deb, tell you what,I am working on my GMC now after three years in storage where it decided not to run. We moved and repeated trips to Houston to
get it drivable to our new location 100 miles away did not work, so I had it trailered here and am now working to solve a few problems before
marketing it.
I will be selling it for under $10,000 once I have it up and ready. Further, I will drive it to Canada for you to decide. It is a 1974, 26ft, yellow
GMC. The engine was rebuilt before we bought it. Mileage unknown but we have added 25,000 to it plus having the suspension rebuilt.
I have owned it since 2001 and have receipts for over $30,000 spent in maintenance and upgrades. I can send copies of the receipts by year to you. We
paid $14,500 for it initially plus the $30k. It will come with brand new tires on 16 inch wheels(original 16.5 inch tires are getting hard to
find-plus, if you have a blow out as I did with used tires(big mistake) you could get stiffed as I did with a $265 tire that was the wrong size. After
that I bought aluminum wheels and new Bridgestone tires which never failed. However, the Aluminum wheels are reserved for the other GMC and will not
be sold.
We are selling this coach to upgrade another GMC motorhome we already have as a result of my business of selling used GMC M/H parts. This one was
upgraded by the prior owner whose son kept it after dad passed away.
The roof air is working fine after storage as is the fridge which was new in 2008. We had new carpet and pad installed before storing it and it has
not been used-no dogs, nothing. I have runners down to protect it. Recently had the cushion covers dry cleaned and not installing them until all work
inside is done. Will be checking all systems-furnace, water pump, lines and tank, electrical, plumbing,etc. Oh, under the carpet was parquet flooring.
Unfortunately, it has stapple holes from the old carpet, but it is still there like an extra insulation for the flooring.
Please feel free to ask any questions about our coach or any other you may be interested in.
Today, I have asked other owners for assistance elsewhere on this forum with a mechanical issue.

My email is mailto:gemrecs or cell phone at 713-373-7775. Thx, Michael

 

[Daniel]

Congratulations, Deb !!!

Glad to hear you found your dream RV.
Tell us some more and perhaps show us some pics.

Daniel
--
Daniel Jacobs, No GMC, but an admirer of them .... We'll see what the future brings ....

Always remember, the world is full of nice people!
So, if you can't find one, be one!

 

[Daniel]

Very nice! I like it.

Wishing you many nice and safe miles with your GMC.

Daniel
--
Daniel Jacobs, No GMC, but an admirer of them .... We'll see what the future brings ....

Always remember, the world is full of nice people!
So, if you can't find one, be one!

 

[les holmes]

Hi Deb, Welcome to the GMC family, I have a 1973 Sequoia bought years ago has been my baby ever since she is in need of nothing, to long a list at
this time. All-though we live close by unable to show you at this time, we are in Sun lakes AZ until the 14 dec then off to Mexico for 3 mths, before
heading north and home to Armstrong, will arrive around the 15th April. My first mate has broached the subject of age, and maybe its time retire from
motor homing and move on to new adventures? If you are still looking at that time give me a bell at 602- 239-4132. My AZ # 480-326-5222. Good luck.
Les /
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homer

 

[les holmes]

Hi Deb, Welcome to the GMC family. I have 73 GMC sequoia, I may be parting with when I return to BC in the spring. I have owned her for 7 years she
is in first class condition and needing nothing other than love and care, my list of have dones, is to long for now will get into that later if you
wish. I am in PHX AZ at this time with the coach on my way to Mexico a trip she has done many times before,mid April when do return to Armstrong BC If
you have not found the Right GMC I will be happy to show you mine. I do tow a car, 1978 Fiat spider convertible which will be going for sale. Good
luck in your search. Les Holmes.
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homer