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Sun, 19 August 2018 20:43  |
Melbo
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Location: Albuquerque NM
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Thank You for letting me join. I should have a 1973 GMC 26 ft motorhome within a week. There was a digit missing from the title which needed to be corrected. Once that is done I have a mobile tire service set to replace all six tires and a tow service to move it to my mechanic. I was told that it ran when parked BUT as always that does not mean much. I would like to know the history of this particular motorhome. I was wondering if there is a data base that can be accessed to find that information by using the VIN. I am kind of planning on a ground up project and the more information I have the easier it will be to know what to do next. Everything I have read here gives me a sense of confidence that answers and work arounds for unusual situations are available. I know old vehicles require a different kind of attention and not just a drive to the dealership and I think we are up for the challenge.
Thanks Again For Letting Me Join
Melbo Albuquerque NM
Albuquerque NM Bus Conversion 1978 MCI 1973 GMC
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| Re: [GMCnet] Thank You For Letting Me Join This Forum [message #336199 is a reply to message #336197] |
Sun, 19 August 2018 20:56  |
sgltrac
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The first step in your restoration should be to buy a different one that
someone else spent 20k and three years of their life doing what you are
about to do for way less than true cost and enjoy the thing now.
My 2 c
Sully
Bellevue wa.
On Sun, Aug 19, 2018 at 6:48 PM Larry wrote:
> I was told that it ran when parked BUT as always that does not mean much.
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> Hummmm....How long was it parked and how long since the engine has run?
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> Larry
> 78 Royale w/500 Caddy
> Menomonie, WI.
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77 Royale basket case.
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Seattle, Wa.
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| Re: [GMCnet] Thank You For Letting Me Join This Forum [message #336201 is a reply to message #336199] |
Sun, 19 August 2018 21:09 |
Melbo
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How long has it been parked?? Long enough that it needs new tires. I was told that it was recently run what does that mean and who do you trust?? A partially finished might work BUT we kind of have our own taste as to what needs to be done to make it ours. We have just finished converting a 1978 MCI and now want something a little smaller and I like the GMC's with the air ride. We will see what is needed and how to proceed. Life is an adventure and you have to enjoy the ride. For twelve franklins I am taking a chance.
Melbo
Albuquerque NM Bus Conversion 1978 MCI 1973 GMC
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| Re: Thank You For Letting Me Join This Forum [message #336202 is a reply to message #336196] |
Sun, 19 August 2018 21:12 |
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Matt Colie
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Melbo wrote on Sun, 19 August 2018 21:43Thank You for letting me join. I should have a 1973 GMC 26 ft motorhome within a week. There was a digit missing from the title which needed to be corrected. Once that is done I have a mobile tire service set to replace all six tires and a tow service to move it to my mechanic. I was told that it ran when parked BUT as always that does not mean much. I would like to know the history of this particular motorhome. I was wondering if there is a data base that can be accessed to find that information by using the VIN. I am kind of planning on a ground up project and the more information I have the easier it will be to know what to do next. Everything I have read here gives me a sense of confidence that answers and work arounds for unusual situations are available. I know old vehicles require a different kind of attention and not just a drive to the dealership and I think we are up for the challenge.
Thanks Again For Letting Me Join
Melbo Albuquerque NM
Melbo,
Welcome to the group, family, cult, asylum....
We are glad to have you here.
A coach that old and sitting that long will probably need the fuel system gone through. But as to dealerships, don't even consider them. GM disowned these coaches years ago. You do have some shops in possible range once she is running, but if you are not a passable wrench, best make a friend at a local shop. All the required service documentation can be downloaded. I can tell you that the rubber parts are shot. They age out, all of them, the hoses, fuel, coolant and brake lines should at least be inspected.
Forget this part, while I was writing, he answered you......
If you contact John Shotwell that maintains the registry, he may be able to tell you something. He likes to keep quiet on information, but if you know the previous owner, he may be able to fill in more detail.
Do both yourself and those that may like to offer assistance a big favor and you are most of the way there.
Build a sigfile that has your name, a short about the coach and a geographic hint. This way, when you meet other owners, they will recognize the name, the coach info makes for less confusion, and knowing where you are can change things. Someone might like to offer assistance.
You say a "ground up project". All GMCs are a project in process, but get it safe and running and enjoy what it can do for you before you take anything apart. We often see stripped out coaches being sold off as scrap and that hurts.
Finding your way here was a very good thing. This is a community like few others. These are supportive and helping people the likes of which you may not know. I do because it they are like the watermen of my world. For that reason, I like to welcome new owners here much as you might be there. So,
May the Good Lord bless this coach and all those that set forth within her.
Welcome Melbo
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: Thank You For Letting Me Join This Forum [message #336214 is a reply to message #336196] |
Mon, 20 August 2018 11:41 |
jhbridges
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Location: Braselton ga
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You are lucky in that one of the GMC gurus, Hal StClair, is close (Rio Rancho). I suggest you get in touch with him and ask for rehab tips and cautions.
--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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