Noticed my radiator leaking last fall on a trip out west. Added the Bar's Leak as recommended and Ron (redtractor) torqued the side bolts. Unfortunately, it's still leaving its mark when I stop running....not overheating or anything, just leaving a little puddle. In any event, it's not going to get any better and for peace of mind, its time to fix this.
Ordered a new radiator (B-2358) from Larry at Atlas today. Current lead time 12 WEEKS!! Wow! ...and like everything, prices are higher - now $2910ea for the radiator only w/mounting carriage.
I thought about self-installing for about 30 seconds....then quickly came to my senses and called Bruce at Nachogdoches Motorhome Service (thanks Jor). Bruce gave me a very reasonable labor quote. I may even ask him to replace my muffler with a resonator while they are at it.
On a side note, I'm thinking about what else I might like to have done in Nachogdoches and was thinking it would be nice if we have a sticky somewhere of listed and recommended services....something that goes beyond FOT, MOT, Extreme and Nachogdoches Motorhome Service. Who out there cleans the carpeted ceilings, who does great cabinet work, who installs floors, etc. Resources besides the obvious I guess, it seems half the town somehow is tied to supporting Foretravel. For example, Joe Phebus recently put me on to Mitch at Infinity who does remodeling and upholstery. I was chatting with some Tiffin owners when I was at HWH last week and they seem to have a whole list of after hours moonlighters in Red Bay, AL to get pretty much anything done. Maybe this already exists and I just haven't seen it? Always appreciate the the collective knowledge of forum and all who contribute. Thank you!
Your coach is maybe close to the age/mileage where air bags, shocks and fuel lines start coming due. Coaches from hot climates seem to get there sooner.
If you just want a trip to Nac go ahead but surely you could find a place locally to put on a radiator,like they say it's not rocket science,if you choose Nac,have it shipped there,don't forget nows the time to replace hoses and check over the CAC for leaks.
Hi Roger - Fortunately, bags and fuel lines were done by the PO. Upgrading shocks are on my list, but I haven't really looked too closely at them yet.
Just more peace of mind. The folks around Nac know these rigs inside and out and it's not all that far for me. Besides, most truck outfits around here won't touch an RV or won't work on one more than 10 years old. Hoses will all be replaced and hydraulics inspected. I'm not having any CAC symptoms but of course it will be inspected as well.
When I had my radiator replaced they took my CAC to a local shop for a pressure test. They found numerous tiny pinhole leaks which I addressed with JB Weld. The CAC looked perfect. Gotta do the pressure test to know.
jor