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Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354152]

Sun, 26 April 2020 14:01

Hal StClair

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I'd like to find a parts coach near me (Albuquerque, NM). Any information would be appreciated.
Thanks, Hal

"I enjoy talking to you. Your mind appeals to me. It resembles my own mind, except you happen to be insane." 1977 Royale 101348, 1977 Royale 101586, Diesel powered, 1974 Eagle Bus 45',w/slideout, Rio Rancho, NM

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Re: Parts coach wanted [message #354171 is a reply to message #354152]

Mon, 27 April 2020 07:23

jhbridges

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one around here. Unfortunately, 1491 miles to your place. You have to wonder whether it would make it or not.

--johnny

Foolish Carriage, 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons. Braselton, Ga. I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me in hell

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Re: Parts coach wanted [message #354206 is a reply to message #354171]

Mon, 27 April 2020 21:29

Hal StClair

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Thanks Johnny but that's a little fer.
Hal

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Re: Parts coach wanted [message #354342 is a reply to message #354206]

Fri, 01 May 2020 15:56

Melbo

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Hal

I am always driving around so I will keep my eyes open and let you know if I see one. I will also ask my employees to do the same.

Melbo

Albuquerque NM Bus Conversion 1978 MCI 1973 GMC

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354345 is a reply to message #354342]

Fri, 01 May 2020 18:17

Hal StClair

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Thank you. I know there was one a year ago in Bosque but it looks to be gone now. I know the late John Williams owned a 'junker' as he called it with another friend that I'd never met. I haven't been able to contact his son so the search is on. Hal

I really only need pieces to stretch one-if you have something let me know, thanks.

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354593 is a reply to message #354152]

Mon, 11 May 2020 09:05

6cuda6

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There is a "stretch kit" on FleeBay...not mine and i know nothing about the details.

Rich Mondor, Brockville, ON 77 Hughes 2600

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354603 is a reply to message #354593]

Mon, 11 May 2020 13:17

Hal StClair

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Thanks, I've seen it there and before. It looks like a bunch of mostly 'junk' pieces , not enough to do the stretch I'd guess. And the price plus shipping is way out of line I'd say.
Hal

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354724 is a reply to message #354152]

Fri, 15 May 2020 16:06

lqqkatjon

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Hal- the ebay - stretch parts are just south of me in rogers.

yes, he wants too much money for them on ebay and has been trying to sell them for a year now. this is the parts I believe to stretch the back bedroom, and I am familiar with this guys "uncle" Chuck Kokesh's coach.

Jon Roche 75 palm beach EBL EFI, manny headers, Micro Level, rebuilt most of coach now. St. Cloud, MN http://lqqkatjon.blogspot.com/

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354737 is a reply to message #354724]

Sat, 16 May 2020 13:39

Hal StClair

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Yes Jon, Wally sent me a link with the stretch build his 'uncle' did. It doesn't look like there's enough material to do the job and the price puts it out of reach, especially considering shipping.
There is a unit a fellow GMCer was going to pick up that he's volunteered the parts from but I have to wait and see how he's fared. Thanks for the heads up, Hal

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354744 is a reply to message #354737]

Sat, 16 May 2020 16:12

Olly Schmidt

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Hello Hal,

check with Tom McManus (94nubble on here) - he might not be near by, but maybe someone is driving cross country and can carry stuff. iirc he once tried his luck on a stretch.

Say 'hi' to your wife!

Best regards

Olly Schmidt
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'73 Sequoia, SH, Germany

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354754 is a reply to message #354345]

Sat, 16 May 2020 18:26

Burt and Faye curtis

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Hal, What pieces exactly do you need? I have a lots of aluminum frame and the steel frame parts left from the fifth wheel project and misc accumulations that Bert had collected. I don't think I really will need most of them. Let me know if you are interested.
Fay Curtis
'76 Glenbrook
Kneeland, CA

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354808 is a reply to message #354754]

Sun, 17 May 2020 18:59

Hal StClair

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I would like to find a roof bow, a floor cross member and at least 2 feet of drip rail, mid coach horizontal brace, lower side brace and rail over the doors. Both sides of course and it'd be great to get some of the lower body fiberglass. the upper side aluminun and roof aren't needed.
I do have a line on one but nothing has been finaled as yet. Let me know what you might have. A trip to CA might not be too bad a distraction.
Thanks, Hal

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354825 is a reply to message #354744]

Mon, 18 May 2020 07:41

94nubble

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All those pieces, parts are long gone.

Tom McManus
1977 Royale
Chesapeake VA

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #354857 is a reply to message #354808]

Tue, 19 May 2020 01:51

Burt and Faye curtis

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Hal, I will take a look this weekend - it isn't suppose to be raining then - and will get back to you. I am sure I have several of those items.
Fay

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #355119 is a reply to message #354808]

Mon, 25 May 2020 19:17

Burt and Faye curtis

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Hal, I do have the roof bow (new), the aluminum floor pieces, the lower side bows, at least one 2foot plus piece of the upper aluminum section that joins the top to the sides. I probably have some of the other pieces you need, but not sure of their cross sections. Could you send me a drawing or something that would aid me in identifying them? Will most likely be a week or two before I will have time to uncover more treasure. Still have three weeks of teaching before we are out for the summer. I don't have any of the fiberglass sections that you need, but do have a mold for the long side if you want to make your own pieces.

Fay

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #355124 is a reply to message #355119]

Tue, 26 May 2020 00:52

Hal StClair

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Holy smokes Fay, looks like you have much of it. Where are you located?
Thank you, Hal

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #355125 is a reply to message #355124]

Tue, 26 May 2020 01:06

Burt and Faye curtis

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In up state California - outside of Eureka - Kneeland to be precise. Right now we are still in semi-lock down, no campgrounds or motels open. However, I do have area for camping on my property. Can also ship what you might want, or as they aren't going anywhere soon might be able to have someone bring them to Phoenix in late summer. Or can keep you informed regarding loosening of restrictions. Bert was a waste not want not kind of guy and I would rather see parts used than melted down.

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #355126 is a reply to message #354152]

Tue, 26 May 2020 07:25

jhbridges

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Western distances are deceiving. That's only 200 miles closer than here.

--johnny

Foolish Carriage, 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons. Braselton, Ga. I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me in hell

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #355136 is a reply to message #355126]

Tue, 26 May 2020 09:08

Richard RV

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Hal is no stranger to driving long distances, Johnny. For a while his commute was longer than most people would believe. 1400 miles for him would be just a jaunt...besides, gas is very attractively priced.

I also encourage GMC master fabricators to get together often and collaborate. It will hasten the future. The good one. 😉

Richard

'77 Birchaven TZE...777; '76 Palm Beach under construction; ‘76 Edgemont waiting its turn

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Re: Parts coach wanted or stretch pieces [message #355172 is a reply to message #355136]

Wed, 27 May 2020 00:06

Hal StClair

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Burt, I don't know what the cross sections look like yet as I've not cut the coach apart. I've been trying to locate 'pieces' before doing so. Another member I spoke with was trying to buy a derelict 23' that may still happen but I'm chasing down all possibilities at this point.
My brother lives out of Carson City and we plan on heading that way in 6 or so weeks so it'd be a short jaunt to your place.
I did commute from Las Vegas to Albuquerque and back most every week for almost 3 years so the drive isn't a killer.
Thank You again, Hal

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