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Fri, 07 June 2019 20:31  |
Cherylcm
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Hi all,
My husband and I are looking at a GMC Motorhome for sale. I found the Buyer's Checklist by Gary Thurlow and "So you want to buy a GMC". Is there any other information you would recommend we read before checking to see whether this particular motorhome is what we want?
I wish I knew who put the new engine in this motorhome and whether any of you on the forum know of it. The current owner has only owned it a couple years and doesn't have the paperwork.
Thanks,
Cheryl and (Ralph)
Hopefully future GMC Motorhome owners.
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Sat, 08 June 2019 07:25  |
jhbridges
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The rule is, if you didn't do it yourself, or if there isn't credible paperwork, it didn't happen. That being said, these engines run a long time if they're properly cared for. If it isn't the proper color,
it was likely replaced at some point.
Were are you? Check the Black List, there's likely an owner close by who might help you inspect.
--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: New to Forum [message #344065 is a reply to message #344028] |
Sun, 09 June 2019 08:07 |
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Matt Colie
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Cherylcm wrote on Fri, 07 June 2019 21:31Hi all,
My husband and I are looking at a GMC Motorhome for sale. I found the Buyer's Checklist by Gary Thurlow and "So you want to buy a GMC". Is there any other information you would recommend we read before checking to see whether this particular motorhome is what we want?
I wish I knew who put the new engine in this motorhome and whether any of you on the forum know of it. The current owner has only owned it a couple years and doesn't have the paperwork.
Thanks,
Cheryl and (Ralph)
Hopefully future GMC Motorhome owners.
Cheryl,
Welcome to the group.
You did not mention a location. While that does not matter a lot, you should, both read here a lot, download a copy of the "Black list" (named for the creator) so you have access to pre-made old friends, and look at the list of local chapters.
That last you want to do for two reasons:
First is to get to a rally in striking distance so you can see some running coaches.
Second is to hook up with the community because, as you just found, the good ones go fast.
Lastly, I hope you are ready. They may be old, but these coaches are not inexpensive to run. Fact is that they are often less cost than a recent build bought as used. But unless you are real lucky, there will be expenses when you acquire any coach.
When you get one, be sure to come back here and tell us. Then, join GMCMI, (requires you join FMCA) and a local chapter. This will not be expensive and just joining GMCMI will be a good ROI.
Matt
Matt & Mary Colie - Chaumière -'73 Glacier 23 - Members GMCMI, GMCGL, GMCES
Electronically Controlled Quiet Engine Cooling Fan with OE Rear Drum Brakes with Applied Control Arms
SE Michigan - Near DTW - Twixt A2 and Detroit
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| Re: New to Forum [message #344090 is a reply to message #344038] |
Sun, 09 June 2019 15:24 |
jfkarls
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John I love the "if you didn't do it yourself, or if there isn't credible paperwork, it didn't happen" I pretty much live my whole life by this credo 
Joe & Valerie Karls
1976 Eleganza II, & 1976 Palm Beach - Also own
1967 Lincoln Continental Convertible,
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