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Colorado update.....looks like the timing chain [message #319193]

Sat, 17 June 2017 20:26

thorndike

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Location: Conifer, Colorado

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Well, after spending a bit more time with Bruce Hart (Thanks Bruce!) we have narrowed down my problem to a slipped timing chain.

My current To Do list at my house is so long (major house renovations) that I am going to have to find a shop or mechanic to replace the chain for me. Bruce told me about a GMC truck shop in Greeley, Colorado, that has worked on our coaches in the past. Unfortunately, that is about 80 miles from here and the towing is going to be fairly expensive.

Does anyone know of a reputable place nearer to Denver that might be able to handle the job?

Thanks!

Robert Peesel 1976 Royale 26' Side Dry Bath Conifer, Colorado

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Re: Colorado update.....looks like the timing chain [message #319195 is a reply to message #319193]

Sat, 17 June 2017 21:23

Larry

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Bill Bramlett lives in that area. (Loveland I think) He will not be able to do the work, but may know of a business/person who could.

Check the Black List. There are three people in the Denver area that may be able to help. http://www.gmcmi.com/black-list/
https://www.batchgeo.com/map/c08045cc78af2cf8890e90a57d497a63

Bill Bramlett lives in that area. (Loveland I think) He will not be able to do the work, but may know of a business/person who could.

Larry

78 Royale w/500 Caddy
Menomonie, WI.

[Updated on: Sat, 17 June 2017 21:33]

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Re: Colorado update.....looks like the timing chain [message #319196 is a reply to message #319193]

Sat, 17 June 2017 21:26

C Boyd

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Robert, you can do this. First one I did took 1/2 day. Hardest thing is getting the water pump & ps off. You need a puller for balancer. Start crank out on tdc on exhaust stroke. This will put timing dots in center. Move cam to align.

thorndike wrote on Sat, 17 June 2017 21:26

Well, after spending a bit more time with Bruce Hart (Thanks Bruce!) we have narrowed down my problem to a slipped timing chain.

My current To Do list at my house is so long (major house renovations) that I am going to have to find a shop or mechanic to replace the chain for me. Bruce told me about a GMC truck shop in Greeley, Colorado, that has worked on our coaches in the past. Unfortunately, that is about 80 miles from here and the towing is going to be fairly expensive.

Does anyone know of a reputable place nearer to Denver that might be able to handle the job?

Thanks!

C. Boyd
76 Crestmont
East Tennessee

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Re: Colorado update.....looks like the timing chain [message #319198 is a reply to message #319196]

Sat, 17 June 2017 21:52

thorndike

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Location: Conifer, Colorado

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Chuck,

Thanks for the advice!
I will see if I can get the coach towed to a location where I can work on it. Right now it is located in a weed covered yard with no power available, no roof, etc. Not the most conducive location to open an engine!

Bob

Robert Peesel 1976 Royale 26' Side Dry Bath Conifer, Colorado

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Re: [GMCnet] Colorado update.....looks like the timing chain [message #319201 is a reply to message #319198]

Sat, 17 June 2017 23:01

emerystora

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Bill Lives 85miles from Conifer.
I am about 60 miles but with my back surgery I am sorry but I can't help.

Stan Edwards is closer. Perhaps he knows of a shop or mechanic.

Emery Stora
77Kingsley
Frederick CO

> On Jun 17, 2017, at 8:52 PM, Robert Peesel wrote:
>
> Chuck,
>
> Thanks for the advice!
> I will see if I can get the coach towed to a location where I can work on it. Right now it is located in a weed covered yard with no power available,
> no roof, etc. Not the most conducive location to open an engine!
>
> Bob
> --
> Robert Peesel
>
> 1976 Royale 26'
>
> Side Dry Bath
>
> Conifer, Colorado
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Re: Colorado update.....looks like the timing chain [message #319209 is a reply to message #319193]

Sun, 18 June 2017 07:46

lqqkatjon

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The timing chain job is not super difficult. Part of a weekend for me, But you have to take alot of stuff apart on the front of engine. Use straight edge to make sure dots are lined up.

Call me if you do try to diy, it was last summer and a few things still fresh on my mind.

Get aaa, or other good towing plan. you should have that anyhow. 80 mile tows should be no concern for pocketbook. Good luck and thanks for update.

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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