| New engine questions [message #125100] |
Sun, 08 May 2011 17:07  |
Rickmo
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Location: Gladwin, Michigan
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My local mechanic thinks that I spun the main bearing. I was just driving along at 65 mph when I suddenly lost oil pressure and the engine started clattering. Not real loud but enough to get my attention. I pulled over and the engine seized up. Once it cooled down it will slowly turn over, kinda like the batteries are low. I still love my GMC!
Here is my question. I am going to need a new or rebuilt engine. What do I want? I am assuming another 455 but are there other things that I should consider while I am going through the process?
Rick Seebeck
Gladwin Michigan
1973 Canyon Lands
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| Re: New engine questions [message #125103 is a reply to message #125100] |
Sun, 08 May 2011 17:22  |
GeorgeRud
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I'd probably check with Jim Bounds to see what his opinion is. He has dealt with Jasper Engines in the past, and probably can give you the best advice. It certainly would be easiest to rebuild the 455 as you don't have to do any other modifications.
If one of the suppliers has rebuilt engines available, that would be the easiest option and you could count on a properly built engine.
George Rudawsky
Chicago, IL
75 Palm Beach
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| Re: New engine questions [message #125104 is a reply to message #125100] |
Sun, 08 May 2011 17:23 |
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mike miller
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| Rickmo wrote on Sun, 08 May 2011 15:07 |
... Here is my question. I am going to need a new or rebuilt engine. What do I want? I am assuming another 455 but are there other things that I should consider while I am going through the process?
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You'll need to supply a little more information.
These are the questions I can think of:
-- How long to you plan on keeping your coach?
-- -- What is your main goal? Getting it going or keeping it going?
-- How do you plan on using your coach?
-- -- Do you tow? -- how heavy is the towd?
-- -- Shorter trips or coast to coast?
-- Do you want to "push the envelope" or stay tried and true?
-- What kind of budget are you working one?
Others might want even more info.
Mike Miller -- Hillsboro, OR -- on the Black list
(#2)`78 23' Birchaven Rear Bath -- (#3)`77 23' Birchaven Side Bath
More Sidekicks than GMC's and a late model Malibu called 'Boo'
http://m000035.blogspot.com
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| Re: New engine questions [message #125137 is a reply to message #125100] |
Sun, 08 May 2011 22:13 |
GMCNUSA
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Location: Indianapolis, IN
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Dick Paterson is probably the most meticulous 455 GMC coach engine builder you will find. His prices reflect the value of his expertise and reliability. Remember there is no such thing as a "free lunch", and cheap is not always good. Do Not use a local engine builder who says yea I can rebuild it.
Larry Dilk
Indianapolis, IN
76 Eleganza II
Patterson 455,Turbo City TBI,
Just LOVE It!
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| Re: [GMCnet] New engine questions [message #125171 is a reply to message #125109] |
Mon, 09 May 2011 08:01 |
Steven Ferguson
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Good recommendations from these guys. I'd go with the Patterson.
On Sun, May 8, 2011 at 3:58 PM, James Hupy <jamesh1296@gmail.com> wrote:
> You are quite close to Dick Patterson of Electronic Ignition fame. He also
> does a great engine. Don't know about prices. Suggest you contact him, he
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> a good man and a GMCer to boot.
> Jim Hupy
> Salem, Or
> 78 GMC Royale 403
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> On Sun, May 8, 2011 at 3:40 PM, Rick <mrseebeck@gcsnet.org> wrote:
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> > I have just invested a bunch of cash and sweat equity into the interior,
> > including leather upholstery. I also just had the whole coach repainted.
> > She is a beauty, with a blown engine :(
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> > My plan is to tour the Western states for 45 days this summer with my
> > family. We plan on hanging on to the coach for a few years while the
> kids
> > grow up. Summer vacations traveling and weekend trips during the school
> > year.
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> > We do not tow a vehicle.
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> > I would like to keep it going and as reliable as possible.
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> > No need to push the envelope.
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> > I am looking for value not necessarily price.
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> > Thanks!!
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> > Rick Seebeck
> > Gladwin Michigan
> > 1973 Canyon Lands
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| Re: New engine questions [message #125173 is a reply to message #125166] |
Mon, 09 May 2011 08:12 |
shawnee
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| RF_Burns wrote on Mon, 09 May 2011 08:23 |
I'll vouch for Dick as well. He did my engine 2 years ago. Not only does it rebuilt it, but he builds up your low end torque.
He's just north of Barrie Ontario, about an 8 hr drive from you but all 400 series hyways from Sarnia to within about 10 miles of his place.
I'm sure he can give you advice on what you'll need at the border both ways as well.
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I can also vouch for Dick's engines. He installed one for me about 13 years ago and over 80,000 miles on it. It is still performing well. He adds enough horse power to take care of our eastern mountains and never a problem. I also have his carburetor and distributer. If the engine ever fails, I will have him make me another one.
Gene Dotson
74 Canyonlands
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