Potential Buyer

[larry1]

My wife and I just located a 75 GMC 26', it
appears to be in great shape. Asking 14800.00, New tanks and tires and
redone interior, leather seats, and engine rebuild with 8k on it. This would
be our first Motor Home, and we have no idea about the operating cost's.
What kind of mileage do they get when stocked,two people, etc.? Are there
specific hidden problems, that I should check for?
Any thoughts or information you can provide would appreciated.
Larry Housell
Sunny Florida

 

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> My wife and I just located a 75 GMC 26', it appears to be in
> great shape. Asking 14800.00, New tanks and tires and redone
> interior, leather seats, and engine rebuild with 8k on it.

> What kind of mileage do they get when stocked,two people,
> etc.?

Fuel mileage varies greatly depending on many factors, but you can probably
expect from 7 to 10mpg.

> Are there specific hidden problems, that I should check for?

Frame rust is the biggie. Frame replacement is not for the faint of
heart(or the light of checkbook). Easy to spot tho' - just slide up under
the coach and look at the rails. Pay special attention where the rear
suspension attaches to the frame rails as there's a subframe there and rust
develops between it and the rails - evidence of this is a "flaring" of the
frame rails at the subframe. Take along a small screwdriver to poke suspect
areas.

Check for maintenance records. Trans and final drive oil should be changed
annually. Front wheel bearings should be serviced at 25,000 mile intervals.

It's good advice not to "fall in love" with the first GMC you find. Since
you're in Florida, you might have Jim Bounds or Alex Sirum take a look at
'er.

Good luck,
Patrick

 

[larry1]

Just joined today, will have to unsubscribe for Sept. will be going North,
we might have the GMC for this trip.
Larry
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> HI Larry!
> Welcome! Did you just join today after my private e-mail or have you been
a
> lurker?
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