Steering Alignment

[jim b n lurch]

Hello all. I'm Jim Bell @ 24084. I bought Lurch in 2009 and it is slowly becoming usable. If I'd known what I know now, I wouldn't have bought
Lurch. Hindsight is 20/20. It had a repaint and interior redo in the 90's, but the mechs were a mess. The Coop did superior work for me (Three
weeklong visits. Jim Bounds went out of his way to help. This is before the Coop moved to their new digs) At the Ohio rally, Alex Ferrera noted
that the steering gear alignment was correct, but noted feathering on some of the tires. He also suggested cleaning the filter screen going to the
wiper motor. That made a difference, but...

I can do oil changes and simple maintenance, not a wheel alignment on a 6 wheeled coach.

Here is my issue. Alex noted feathering on some tires. That indicates an alignment problem. I have to have a hand on the wheel at ALL times and
watch the road.

Who can make my coach steer right? Going to FL takes two days down and two days back. Is there anyone closer?

Thanks in advance, I am, Jim Bell.




--
Jim B n Lurch

 

[a.]

> Hello all.
> I'm Jim Bell @ 24084. I bought Lurch in 2009 and it is slowly becoming usable. If I'd known what I know now, I wouldn't have bought Lurch.
> Hindsight is 20/20. It had a repaint and interior redo in the 90's, but the mechs were a mess. The Coop did superior work for me (Three weeklong
> visits. Jim Bounds went out of his way to help. This is before the Coop moved to their new digs) At the Ohio rally, Alex Ferrera noted that the
> steering gear alignment was correct, but noted feathering on some of the tires. He also suggested cleaning the filter screen going to the wiper
> motor. That made a difference, but...
>
> I can do oil changes and simple maintenance, not a wheel alignment on a 6 wheeled coach.
>
> Here is my issue. Alex noted feathering on some tires. That indicates an alignment problem. I have to have a hand on the wheel at ALL times and
> watch the road.
>
> Who can make my coach steer right? Going to FL takes two days down and two days back. Is there anyone closer?
>
> Thanks in advance, I am, Jim Bell.
You should have made it easier on folks and said you are in Dublin, VA. Many people here won't expend the effort to resolve the number you posted,
even the ones that recognize it as a zip code. Oddly, they will expend the same effort to post a reply asking where you are.

You need to tell us if it is the front or rear tires that are wearing unevenly. And which side(s). If just the front tires, start by getting any old
shadetree mechanic to adjust the toe-in to 0 (zero) and see what that does. The rears are another animal. The only professional GMC mechanic that I am
aware of other than CA and FL would be Tom Hampton in Marysville, OH. About 325 miles from Dublin, VA.

Grandview Motorhome
13880 Weaver Rd
Marysville, OH 43040
(937) 644-4238

You will need to schedule weeks (maybe months) in advance. He is a busy man.
--
73 23' Sequoia 4 Sale
73 23' CanyonLands Parts Unit 4 Sale
Upper Alabama
"Highest price does not guarantee highest quality."

 

[zhookoff george]

Join the Dixielanders and make a trip to Bean Station for the best DIY get together around.

George "bringing the coach home from Austin next week" Zhookoff
78 EL II
Atlanta

>

>> Hello all.
>> I'm Jim Bell @ 24084. I bought Lurch in 2009 and it is slowly becoming usable. If I'd known what I know now, I wouldn't have bought Lurch.
>> Hindsight is 20/20. It had a repaint and interior redo in the 90's, but the mechs were a mess. The Coop did superior work for me (Three weeklong
>> visits. Jim Bounds went out of his way to help. This is before the Coop moved to their new digs) At the Ohio rally, Alex Ferrera noted that the
>> steering gear alignment was correct, but noted feathering on some of the tires. He also suggested cleaning the filter screen going to the wiper
>> motor. That made a difference, but...
>>
>> I can do oil changes and simple maintenance, not a wheel alignment on a 6 wheeled coach.
>>
>> Here is my issue. Alex noted feathering on some tires. That indicates an alignment problem. I have to have a hand on the wheel at ALL times and
>> watch the road.
>>
>> Who can make my coach steer right? Going to FL takes two days down and two days back. Is there anyone closer?
>>
>> Thanks in advance, I am, Jim Bell.
> You should have made it easier on folks and said you are in Dublin, VA. Many people here won't expend the effort to resolve the number you posted,
> even the ones that recognize it as a zip code. Oddly, they will expend the same effort to post a reply asking where you are.
>
> You need to tell us if it is the front or rear tires that are wearing unevenly. And which side(s). If just the front tires, start by getting any old
> shadetree mechanic to adjust the toe-in to 0 (zero) and see what that does. The rears are another animal. The only professional GMC mechanic that I am
> aware of other than CA and FL would be Tom Hampton in Marysville, OH. About 325 miles from Dublin, VA.
>
> Grandview Motorhome
> 13880 Weaver Rd
> Marysville, OH 43040
> (937) 644-4238
>
> You will need to schedule weeks (maybe months) in advance. He is a busy man.
> --
> 73 23' Sequoia 4 Sale
> 73 23' CanyonLands Parts Unit 4 Sale
> Upper Alabama
> "Highest price does not guarantee highest quality."
>
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[jim b n lurch]

Thanks for the heads up abt Tom Hampton in Marysville, OH.
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Jim B n Lurch

 

[jim b n lurch]

To 'A Hamilto'. Just a btw. I grew up near you in Huntsville, AL. 1965-1970. Dad worked for GE during NASAs great age. Apollo, Mercury and even
the beginnings of the space shuttle. He was an amazing man. Thanks again for your response!
--
Jim B n Lurch

 

[Matt Colie]

Jim,

I guess that you are also not aware that there are some significant differences between years, models and upfitters. Ego that is important
information to have in the signature line (sigfile).

Where you are is also nice because there may be someone that would be willing to assist that does know he is in striking range.

A whole real name is nice to, because you will meet others form this group and it is very handy to know who you are and this can save a lot of
confusion.

Matt - still at Stanwood with the Great Lakers
--
Matt & Mary Colie - Members GMCMI, GMCGL, GMCES
'73 Glacier 23 - Still Loving OE Rear Drum Brake with Applied Control Arms
Now with both true Keyless and remote entry
SE Michigan - Twixt A2 and Detroit

 

[jim b n lurch]

OK Matt. Is this better?
--
Jim Bell, Dublin VA -
1974 GMC Motorhome -"Lurch" bought in 2009 -
1972 BMW 2002tii - good condition -
1973 BMW 2002tii - poor/fair condition -
2003 Lincoln TC - Daily driver.

 

[wrightjohn 2646]

Jim,
Because of the many models produced over the production run any information you provide helps us answer your questions to get you on your way. Your signature line is now just fine.

J.R. Wright
GMC Great Laker MHC
Newsletter Editor/Publisher
GMC Tech Editor
GMC Eastern States Charter Member
GMCMI
78 GMC Buskirk 30’ Stretch
75 GMC Avion (Under Reconstruction)
Michigan

>
> OK Matt. Is this better?
> --
> Jim Bell, Dublin VA -
> 1974 GMC Motorhome -"Lurch" bought in 2009 -
> 1972 BMW 2002tii - good condition -
> 1973 BMW 2002tii - poor/fair condition -
> 2003 Lincoln TC - Daily driver.
>

 

[Matt Colie]

> OK Matt. Is this better?

Jim,

It is better, but it would be better still if you added Model (Sequoia 26 i.e.). There were four GMC models in 73&4, and they came in 23' and 26.
The only reason for the model is so we know it was a GMC (Gemini) interior (I believe there were no Transmodes in those years), but the differences
between 23 and 26 are really important.

Matt
--
Matt & Mary Colie - Members GMCMI, GMCGL, GMCES
'73 Glacier 23 - Still Loving OE Rear Drum Brake with Applied Control Arms
Now with both true Keyless and remote entry
SE Michigan - Twixt A2 and Detroit

 

[kingsley coach]

Whoa.....
Jim Bell, when the time comes, do let me know about that 2002tii !

Mike in NS

> > OK Matt. Is this better?
>
> Jim,
>
> It is better, but it would be better still if you added Model (Sequoia 26
> i.e.). There were four GMC models in 73&4, and they came in 23' and 26.
> The only reason for the model is so we know it was a GMC (Gemini) interior
> (I believe there were no Transmodes in those years), but the differences
> between 23 and 26 are really important.
>
> Matt
> --
> Matt & Mary Colie - Members GMCMI, GMCGL, GMCES
> '73 Glacier 23 - Still Loving OE Rear Drum Brake with Applied Control Arms
> Now with both true Keyless and remote entry
> SE Michigan - Twixt A2 and Detroit
>
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--
Michael Beaton
1977 Kingsley 26-11
1977 Eleganza II 26-3
Antigonish, NS

Life is too short to hold a grudge; slash some tires and call it even !

 

[steve southworth]

> > OK Matt. Is this better?
>
> Jim,
>
> It is better, but it would be better still if you added Model (Sequoia 26 i.e.). There were four GMC models in 73&4, and they came in 23' and 26.
> The only reason for the model is so we know it was a GMC (Gemini) interior (I believe there were no Transmodes in those years), but the differences
> between 23 and 26 are really important.
>
> Matt


If the discussion involves freshwater tanks there is a significant difference in some floor plans. Any plan with a rear gaucho bed will have the
water tank located in the middle of the coach running side to side. This floor plan only existed on the 73-74 models. Not sure where the tank is
located on the permanent rear bed models.
--
Steve Southworth
1974 Glacier TZE064V100150 (for workin on)
1975 Transmode TZE365V100394 (parts & spares)
Palmyra WI

 

[emerystora]

I really want to thank Alex Farrara for his help in adjusting my steering.
It was off quite a bit due to a shop installing a new boot and not putting it back together right.
I know that there was a lot of back and forth in going down the road. I had to tightly hold the steering wheel.
After the fix while I was going down the road it hardly needed any correction of the steering wheel.

Great job, Alex!

I think that this is only the second time that anyone has worked on my GMC at a rally.
I have done a lot of work on GMCs at rallies over the years but never needed much on mine.
I really appreciate the help.

Emery Stora
77 Kingsley
Frederick, CO

 

[robert mueller]

Emery,

I am SO GLAD to see you have recovered and made the convention; I'm planning on attending the Shawnee convention in the spring.

Alex is a "top bloke" as we day Downunder,

Regards,
Rob M.
USAussie - Downunder
AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426

-----Original Message-----
From: Emery Stora

I really want to thank Alex Farrara for his help in adjusting my steering.
It was off quite a bit due to a shop installing a new boot and not putting it back together right.
I know that there was a lot of back and forth in going down the road. I had to tightly hold the steering wheel.
After the fix while I was going down the road it hardly needed any correction of the steering wheel.

Great job, Alex!

I think that this is only the second time that anyone has worked on my GMC at a rally.
I have done a lot of work on GMCs at rallies over the years but never needed much on mine.
I really appreciate the help.

Emery

 

[jim b n lurch]

OK! but what do these questions about my TZE have to do about my request for "Who can fix my coach"?

I've gotten two good referrals. And I thank you. One is Glen Fry in PA and the other is Grandview Motorhome in OH.

I think the Coop is great and Alex Ferrera clued me in to some steering issues I have just by running his hand over the tires and looking for
feathering. And cleaning the filter to the wiper motor did help.

Asking about my coach model is irrelevant. 23 or 26. Sequoia/Palm Beach? Whatever. I've taken my coach to several mechanics and only the GMC
motorhome people get it

The local techs have been a mixed bag. I can get a state inspection sticker. Actually the first place I took it put a Virginia rejection sticker on
it and REFUSED to work on it.


--
Jim Bell, Dublin VA -
1974 GMC Motorhome -"Lurch" bought in 2009 -
1972 BMW 2002tii - good condition -
1973 BMW 2002tii - poor/fair condition -
2003 Lincoln TC - Daily driver.

 

[robert mueller]

Jim,

Here's a link to a list, scroll down to PARTS and SERVICE

http://www.bdub.net/GMCSupplierLinks.html

Would rather have the guy that refused to work on it do so and "F" it up? ;-)

Regards,
Rob M.
USAussie - Downunder
AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426

-----Original Message-----
From: Jim Bell

OK! but what do these questions about my TZE have to do about my request for "Who can fix my coach"?

I've gotten two good referrals. And I thank you. One is Glen Fry in PA and the other is Grandview Motorhome in OH.

I think the Coop is great and Alex Ferrera clued me in to some steering issues I have just by running his hand over the tires and
looking for feathering. And cleaning the filter to the wiper motor did help.

Asking about my coach model is irrelevant. 23 or 26. Sequoia/Palm Beach? Whatever. I've taken my coach to several mechanics and
only the GMC motorhome people get it

The local techs have been a mixed bag. I can get a state inspection sticker. Actually the first place I took it put a Virginia
rejection sticker on it and REFUSED to work on it.

Jim Bell

 

[Ken H.]

Jim,

It's KEN Frye, not Glen.

You might also talk to Barry Owen in Lexington, NC. He should be in the
GMCMI roster.

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

> OK! but what do these questions about my TZE have to do about my request
> for "Who can fix my coach"?

 

[kimweeks]

Barry's information is listed at:
http://www.gmcmi.com/service-repair-facilities/

Kimberlea Weeks
VP Administration and Convention Manager
612.501.4600 | f.866.519.0047 | www.gmcmi.com

GMC Motorhomes International
1402 So. Cage Blvd | Unit 273 | Pharr | TX 78577-6288

On Mon, Oct 17, 2016 at 9:55 PM, Ken Henderson
wrote:

> Jim,
>
> It's KEN Frye, not Glen.
>
> You might also talk to Barry Owen in Lexington, NC. He should be in the
> GMCMI roster.
>
> Ken H.
> Americus, GA
> '76 X-Birchaven w/Cad500/Howell EFI & EBL,
> Manny Brakes & 1-Ton, etc., etc., etc.
> www.gmcwipersetc.com
>

>
> > OK! but what do these questions about my TZE have to do about my request
> > for "Who can fix my coach"?
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[jared and stefanie kohl]

Jim,

In VA, get the coach an antique license plate for $50 (one time) and avoid the inspection racket forever.

Jared & Stefanie Kohl
Rappahannock County, VA
1973 Painted Desert "Onslow"

OK! but what do these questions about my TZE have to do about my request for "Who can fix my coach"?

I've gotten two good referrals. And I thank you. One is Glen Fry in PA and the other is Grandview Motorhome in OH.

I think the Coop is great and Alex Ferrera clued me in to some steering issues I have just by running his hand over the tires and looking for
feathering. And cleaning the filter to the wiper motor did help.

Asking about my coach model is irrelevant. 23 or 26. Sequoia/Palm Beach? Whatever. I've taken my coach to several mechanics and only the GMC
motorhome people get it

The local techs have been a mixed bag. I can get a state inspection sticker. Actually the first place I took it put a Virginia rejection sticker on
it and REFUSED to work on it.

--
Jim Bell, Dublin VA -
1974 GMC Motorhome -"Lurch" bought in 2009 -
1972 BMW 2002tii - good condition -
1973 BMW 2002tii - poor/fair condition -
2003 Lincoln TC - Daily driver.

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[john r. lebetski]

I "think" I have mine correct but look forward to him laying eyes and blessing my work.
--
John Lebetski
Woodstock, IL
77 Eleganza II
Source America First

 

[jim b n lurch]

Apologies to Ken Frye. I had been listening to "Deperado". lol. And thanks again for your input. It is appreciated.
--
Jim Bell, Dublin VA -
1974 GMC Motorhome -"Lurch" bought in 2009 -
1972 BMW 2002tii - good condition -
1973 BMW 2002tii - poor/fair condition -
2003 Lincoln TC - Daily driver.