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Fri, 02 November 2012 14:14  |
Dave Mathis
Messages: 5
Registered: November 2012
Location: San Jose, CA
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We been owners of our coach since February.
The few short trips we took were white knuckle the
whole way due to handling issues.
Finally after reading enough and JimK's advice,
I've got the steering to be at least gray knuckle.
The next big issue is the poor gas mileage at 7+ MPG.
No idea the history of the engine. It runs a cool
175-185deg (DigiPanel). The transmission with a Ragusa
pan also stays a cool 180. The fan seems to do the right
thing but engages often, a slight hill on the freeway
can bring up the roar. I have had one (possible) experience
with vapor lock, up hill, hot day, heavy slow traffic, nearly
full fuel tanks. The engine stumbled and picked up again
in a few seconds. There is an electric fuel pump installed, with
a check valve. I have no idea if it runs.
Cold start has a bit of engine noise that might me an
exhaust leak, or a stiff V belt, for all I know. I do know
the AC belt slips. Hot the noise is not noticeable.
Warm starts are very slow cranking, hot
starts are easier. Maybe a battery grounding issue.
With a test gauge, idle vacuum is 16". Seems low.
On a forced retirement budget, throwing money at the
problem is not an option.
Suggestions where to start to bring up the mileage?
Dave
AG6NV
1976 Birchaven 23'
San Jose, CA
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