| Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267628] |
Mon, 15 December 2014 20:07  |
78 Royale CB
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Registered: November 2014
Location: VA Beach, VA
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Greetings all!!
I'm new to the forum even though I've used it extensively during my search for our family coach. I bought a 78 Royale last month and now I'm making a list of the things that I need to go over in order to have it ready and enjoy it in the spring. So far this is what I've come up with, I'm sure with all of the experience in this forum I can get help identifying things that I may have missed. Thank you.
1. Replace fuel lines to engine and generator.
2. Replace fuel, air and oil filters for engine and generator.
3. Oil change on engine and generator.
4. Replace engine oil cooler lines.
5. Plugs and wires for generator.
6. Install aux vacuum pump.
7. Replace vacuum lines.
8. Replace rubber brake lines.
9. Replace brake cylinders.
10. Investigate rear battery wiring and replace battery.
11. Install APC.
12. Fix black and grey water tank broken discharge lines.
13. Fix fuel filler leak
14. Clean up messy wiring.
15. Lube gas pedal cable.
16. Check fuel selector valve function.
17. Degrease engine.
18. New tires.
19. Bearing service and alignment.
Here is my GMC: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=987554114603341&set=gm.359430790848131&type=1&theater
Jose
78 Royale
Virginia Beach, VA
"With willing hearts and skillful hands,
the difficult we do at once,
the impossible takes a bit longer
with compassion for others
WE BUILD - WE FIGHT FOR PEACE WITH FREEDOM"
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| Re: Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267629 is a reply to message #267628] |
Mon, 15 December 2014 20:48  |
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SeanKidd
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Registered: June 2012
Location: Northern Neck Virginia
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Welcome! Nice looking coach! I've had my 73 Canyonlands for just over two years now, last spring break, albeit chilly, we vacationed at Holiday TravLPark, in Virginia Beach. It was our longest trip to date, but look forward to many more. Hope to see you on the road or at a rally.
Sean and Stephanie
73 Ex-CanyonLands 26' #317 "Oliver"
Hubler 1-Ton, Quad-Bags, Rear Disc, Reaction Arms, P.Huber TBs, 3.70:1 LSD Honda 6500 inverter gen.
Colonial Travelers
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| Re: Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267635 is a reply to message #267628] |
Mon, 15 December 2014 22:00 |
Steve
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Registered: September 2013
Location: East Greenville, Pa
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Hey Jose, glad to see you on the forum. You have clearly done your research. I would move that APC cable to the top of the list. I learned the hard way on that one.
You and I chatted on Facebook about the damaged coach for sale in PA. Welcome aboard. As you know, there are a lot of great guys (and gals) on the forum.
1978 GMC Royal
Eastern Pennslyvania
1968 Chevrolet C20 396 Camper Special
1969 Chevrolet C20 Camper Special
1985 Buick Electra Park Avenue
1992 Camaro 25th Anniversary Heretage Edition Black
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| Re: Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267636 is a reply to message #267628] |
Mon, 15 December 2014 22:05 |
kerry pinkerton
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Location: Harvest, Al
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Don't forget your coolant hoses including the ones to the hot water heater if you have them.
Good list. By addressing all this up front, you'll save yourself a lot of grief (and unhappy spouse)
Btw Jose, please add your name in the signature block in the control panel. We like to have a name to call folks.
Kerry Pinkerton - North Alabama
Had 5 over the years. Currently have a '06 Fleetwood Discovery 39L
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| Re: Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267643 is a reply to message #267628] |
Mon, 15 December 2014 23:43 |
George Beckman
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Location: Colfax, CA
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78 Royale CB wrote on Mon, 15 December 2014 18:07Greetings all!!
I'm new to the forum even though I've used it extensively during my search for our family coach. I bought a 78 Royale last month and now I'm making a list of the things that I need to go over in order to have it ready and enjoy it in the spring.
Here is my GMC: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=987554114603341&set=gm.359430790848131&type=1&theater
Nice looking coach!
Your list looked good. It is amazing how well they run without much, but then some silly little thing like a leaky hose can cause you grief. You will have lots of fun miles this spring and many springs to come.
'74 Eleganza, SE, Howell + EBL
Best Wishes,
George
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| Re: Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267644 is a reply to message #267628] |
Tue, 16 December 2014 03:39 |
rcjordan
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Registered: October 2012
Location: Elizabeth City, North Car...
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Welcome, Jose. Nice to see another coach in the area.
SOLD 77 Royale Coachmen Side Dry Bath
76 Birchaven Coachmen Side Wet Bath
76 Eleganza
Elizabeth City, NC
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| Re: Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267645 is a reply to message #267644] |
Tue, 16 December 2014 03:50 |
94nubble
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Registered: July 2011
Location: Chesapeake VA
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Welcome
It's nice to have another owner in the area. I am renovating a 77 Royal. If you need some help or need any parts I PM'd you my contact info.
Tom
Tom McManus
1977 Royale
Chesapeake VA
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| Re: Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267656 is a reply to message #267628] |
Tue, 16 December 2014 09:17 |
78 Royale CB
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Registered: November 2014
Location: VA Beach, VA
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Thanks all! I'm happy and excited that we purchased a GMC not only because it's an awesome machine but because of all of the great people like you. I'm going to start buying parts after we visit family for holidays.
Tom, I replied to your PM with my info.
Gene, I've seen your page and I will send you the $20 when I return from our trip.
Jose
78 Royale
Virginia Beach, VA
"With willing hearts and skillful hands,
the difficult we do at once,
the impossible takes a bit longer
with compassion for others
WE BUILD - WE FIGHT FOR PEACE WITH FREEDOM"
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| Re: Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267665 is a reply to message #267656] |
Tue, 16 December 2014 18:53 |
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Matt Colie
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Location: S.E. Michigan
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78 Royale CB wrote on Tue, 16 December 2014 10:17Thanks all! I'm happy and excited that we purchased a GMC not only because it's an awesome machine but because of all of the great people like you. I'm going to start buying parts after we visit family for holidays.
Jose,
Yes, please add your real name to the sigfile. You will meet other GMC owners and if he has to figure out who you are, it can take a while to get things going.
You have a good plan, but if tires were on the list, I missed them. If they are over 8 years old, they are dangerous. So, get them changed out.
Now, you are now a member of a community like very few others. You may not even recognize that now, but in time you will. The only other like this that I know of is watermen. Those people that make their living on the water have no room in their lives for grudges or other trivialities. Help your fellows is what they do. That is that..... For this reason, some year back I decided to welcome all new owners here much as a new owner or vessel would be welcomed in my own community. So,
May the Good Lord bless this coach and all those that set forth within her.
Welcome Jose.
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: Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267701 is a reply to message #267665] |
Wed, 17 December 2014 13:28 |
78 Royale CB
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Registered: November 2014
Location: VA Beach, VA
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Thanks Matt! Yes, next time I drive the GMC is going to be to the tire shop.
Jose
78 Royale
Virginia Beach, VA
"With willing hearts and skillful hands,
the difficult we do at once, the impossible
takes a bit longer with compassion for others
WE BUILD - WE FIGHT FOR PEACE WITH FREEDOM"
Jose
78 Royale
Virginia Beach, VA
"With willing hearts and skillful hands,
the difficult we do at once,
the impossible takes a bit longer
with compassion for others
WE BUILD - WE FIGHT FOR PEACE WITH FREEDOM"
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| Re: Getting my GMC ready for the road! [message #267709 is a reply to message #267701] |
Wed, 17 December 2014 17:03 |
lotsofspareparts
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Registered: May 2014
Location: Arlington, WA
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Welcome Jose, I am a relatively recent owner as well, got my 77 Eleganza II back in May. Had on the road by August and had a couple of great trips with her.
I am blessed that I found this forum, great information, great people!!
I am sure you will do the same with yours!!
Jared
Jared & Tina Lazaron + 14yr old Daughter.....
77 Eleganza II "Recherché".....
73 Canyon Lands 230 "Elephant"
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