| Coach Update - From Rescue to Interstate [message #231936] |
Sun, 01 December 2013 19:31  |
Steve
Messages: 506
Registered: September 2013
Location: East Greenville, Pa
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Just an update on the progress on my coach rescue project. I could not have done it without the knowledge share from all of the great people on this forum. I acquired my coach in August of 2013 after it had been sitting for over five years.
This weekend was a major milestone in my project. After lots of trouble shooting and work, and driving the coach locally within a few mile radius, I finally got it to the point where I thought it was ready for my first drive on the interstate.
I drove a little over a hundred miles on interstate 78 from Pennsylvania to New Jersey and back. I was really pleased with how the coach handled. Very smooth and surprisingly powerful. I was able to go up the hills with ease, just hit them with a little momentum and I had to keep in the left lane to pass trucks and slower cars. Although I drove 60 to 65 most of the time I did take it up over 75. Above 75 there was a shimmy/vibration. I am assuming that new wheels, tires, balance, and alignment will help that.
In addition to the highway driving I also did some mixed driving through some small towns, state roads, and back country roads. The coach is just a pleasure to drive in all conditions. I also had to make a couple of firm stops, and the brakes performed well.
The next step on my GMC journey is to have the front wheel bearings serviced. I dropped the coach off at Ken Frey's shop tonight. Ken is going to do the front bearings and bushings. I did not want to take a chance because I do not know when they may have been serviced last. Rear bearings and shocks all around were done by Ken Frey by the PO. I figured I would get the front done before the spring rush.
Maybe if I am extra good to my wife Santa will bring me some shiny new aluminum wheels for Christmas?
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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