| 1977 GMC Vandura Scamper [message #344594] |
Thu, 27 June 2019 11:05  |
Anonymous
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I am looking to get some information on an old 1977 GMC Vandura Scamper that has been in my grandma's garage for the past 30 years or more. Lots of different papers with lots of numbers that mean nothing to me.
VIN number TGR3374 516882.
Model # TG31603.
Manufacturer Prebuilt Industries Ltd. In Lethbridge Alberta, Trade name: Scamper, Model # 2200 CL (a second model number I found) , Serial # 19642.
Some of these number might be from different things, all papers found in the 1 motorhome. Looks like it is in great condition, doesn't run likely because it has been sitting for over 30 years. Havent really tried getting it started. Anything anyone might know, or know where I could send it to, or if anyone wants to buy it that would be extremely helpful. It needs to be moved out. If anyone needs any other info please let me know and I will try to find it.
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| Re: 1977 GMC Vandura Scamper [message #344608 is a reply to message #344594] |
Thu, 27 June 2019 14:02  |
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pjburt
Messages: 436
Registered: February 2016
Location: Fresno, California
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Hi and welcome to the GMC TZE motorhome forum. My knowledge of the Vandura is by reputation only but I understand it was one of the quality builds of the time.
I suggest you post your info on the main forum page so more members will see it and someone may be familiar with the Vandura and/or know where to send you for more info.
http://gmc.mybirdfeeder.net/GMCforum/
We are here to help, however, your Vandura is a GMC Van customized by an aftermarket company. This forum specializes in the 73-78 Class A motorhome built by GMC. Someone on the main forum may be familiar with the Vandura or know where to send you for more info.
Jerry B
Kfilipow wrote on Thu, 27 June 2019 09:05I am looking to get some information on an old 1977 GMC Vandura Scamper that has been in my grandma's garage for the past 30 years or more. Lots of different papers with lots of numbers that mean nothing to me.
VIN number TGR3374 516882.
Model # TG31603.
Manufacturer Prebuilt Industries Ltd. In Lethbridge Alberta, Trade name: Scamper, Model # 2200 CL (a second model number I found) , Serial # 19642.
Some of these number might be from different things, all papers found in the 1 motorhome. Looks like it is in great condition, doesn't run likely because it has been sitting for over 30 years. Havent really tried getting it started. Anything anyone might know, or know where I could send it to, or if anyone wants to buy it that would be extremely helpful. It needs to be moved out. If anyone needs any other info please let me know and I will try to find it.
Jerry Burt Fresno, CA.
73 Gmc 26' Canyon Lands
Members: FMCA - GMCMI - GMCWS
A truly happy person is one who can enjoy the scenery on a detour.
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| Re: 1977 GMC Vandura Scamper [message #344612 is a reply to message #344594] |
Thu, 27 June 2019 15:19 |
Larry
Messages: 2875
Registered: January 2004
Location: Menomonie, WI
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Jerry,
While I cannot help you with regard to your Vandura, I can advise you relative to starting and running the motor. This is something I have said several times before to individuals that were about to start an engine that has been sitting for a long period of time. So, here it is....
Do not even turn that engine over until you get oil to the bearings. Gravity is your enemy. Over long periods of time gravity will drag oil off of bearing surfaces leaving them dry. If you prime the carb, and turn it over for immediate start, it will run for a period of time with out lubrication doing damage to bearing surfaces. Change the oil and filter to new 5W30 of your choice. Pull the distributor and turn oil pump with an electric drill until oil comes out of the rocker arms. This may take a while, but will insure oil to all bearing surfaces. Then pull the plugs and squirt oil in the cylinders. Now, with the plugs out, open the throttle and turn the engine over until you have good oil pressure. NOW you have oil on the bearing surfaces, and it is safer to put the plugs in, and start the engine. Bring engine to 1500-2000 rpm immediately to get oil to the camshaft. The 5w30 I mentioned earlier will flow quicker to your bearings. Now, if you wish you can change oil to your choice of oil weight. I've seen to many engines that sat a long time get a quick start, appeared to run good, only to be followed, within a couple hundred or more miles, a rod or main bearing go out. IMO, because of a lack of adequate lubrication on initial start-up. OH, BTW, in the case of OHC engines, if oil pump is not available through the distributor, just pull the plugs and turn over until you see oil at the cam/rocker arms. It won't hurt anything to do this, and may save an engine. JMHO.
Larry 
78 Royale w/500 Caddy
Menomonie, WI.
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