Wanted dead or alive

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Re: Wanted dead or alive

Reply #25 – June 19, 2020, 07:56:53 pm

Quote from: Carol Savournin – June 19, 2020, 09:13:59 am

Holy cow ... I was unable to hold a utensil to eat my supper at the end of the day

Thats what Duct Tape is for.. To help on those Hot days.

Who needs fingers lol

Good luck Scott.. We are here for you.. Like I told you yesterday.. after you do some repairs and actually use it... Thats when the payoff begins.... Fun fun

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Reply #26 – June 20, 2020, 11:31:41 am

I get so excited when someone takes on these projects to restore a coach. Who was the guy in California who found the old SE that had sat for years and got it going? I can't remember his name but his adventures kept me entertained. Best wishes on this one.

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Reply #27 – June 20, 2020, 12:18:41 pm

Quote from: dsd – June 19, 2020, 07:49:46 pm

I just had the craziest thought. May be he put fuel stabilizer in it? Nah my luck couldn't be that good. Very excited to get back there. Yes the little varmints can do a lot of damage. We rarely have problems with small varmints. Usually just rabbits. But I've had to relocate three mice a day for the last 3 weeks. No cat here would eat all the lizards. Also been averaging one Antelope chipmunk a day. It will probably need a slide bladder also. Aluminum tape and foam tubing to get home 10K in repairs I WISH. I'll dream thou
Think that year slide has to be removed. Yes what a exciting summer. Thank you Mr Sickel and Mr Lang! It takes a Community to raise a child or move a nearly abandoned foretravel. Thank you everyone

Yup, slide has to come out, ask me how I know. Takes a fork lift, or we had a large table with hydraulic lift. Hopefully the hydraulic hose's have had the HWH recall done.

I would drop one of the center pan's wire chase's to look for mice.They love that place, and lots of good stuff to nibble on. Again, ask me how I know.

Keep us in the loop.

Chris

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Reply #28 – June 20, 2020, 05:32:35 pm

Chris great information. Yes I will. I have forklifts at home. Center pan wire chase cover? Located bottom of slide when open?
Thanks Scott

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Reply #29 – June 20, 2020, 06:09:04 pm

Center pan wire chase is in the top of the bays, runs from the engine to the front.

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Reply #30 – June 21, 2020, 07:22:08 am

Scott,
I would suggest to take at least a "cheapie" 12v car battery just to have a good battery in the "coach battery" position. Thinking it wouldn't cost much or weigh much and may be helpful to have 12v power. Boost relay may or may not work, inverter/charger may not work.
Also a couple cans of PB Blaster and Contact cleaner.
Small portable air compressor?

Just a couple thoughts this morning as we ready for our second attempt to get home after a rollercoaster day yesterday.

Good Luck, I too love a challenge.

Justin

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Reply #31 – June 21, 2020, 09:44:50 am

Justin. We are taking a spare optima red top just for that. Also have a gas powered air compressor and generator. I would like to run the coach generator if possible and have brought filters and spare filters for it also. I have a cargo rack on the back of the truck and if needed I could run my gas generator 2500w on the very back. Tyrap a extension cord back to the coach. I'm so glad you resolved your own coach issues. Read your post with nothing to offer really bugged me. What a great example of community team work, both in skill and knowledge.
Scott

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Reply #32 – June 21, 2020, 09:49:28 am

Sounds like a great project. As long as the asking price is good for you, anticipate a great coach.
Removing the cable covers is a great idea. Make sure to bring a 3M N100 mask and extra filters. If nice in there no telling what's up. Think viruses.
My guess is once clean fuel, a good electrical source, clean air, and fresh oil and that Cummins will start right up.
Good luck.

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Reply #33 – June 21, 2020, 10:10:55 am

Yes on the N100 masks. Good luck buying them. Three months ago had 5 N95. Still have four unused left. Had to paint with sprayer house fascia trim and used one. Yes will be as safe as possible. Very good idea thou. Exciting or terrifying, I'll know on Saturday
Scott

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Reply #34 – June 21, 2020, 10:22:10 am

Center pan wire chase is in the top of the bays, runs from the engine to the front.
So would rodent access be from the ends or threw the basement via a open door?
Scott

Re: Wanted dead or alive

Reply #35 – June 21, 2020, 11:18:02 am

The ends are open enough even if the bay doors are closed. So far I have only encountered them in the wet bay when dry camping. They can get through my door seal somehow even with the bottom hatch closed.

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Reply #36 – June 21, 2020, 11:25:52 am

I had mice come in one time around the port where the aquahot exhaust goes out. Caught all three in about twenty minutes. Put steel wool around the hole, use peppermint extract once a year, throw poison bars around in the barn where the coach is stored, keep a cat or two around. They don't have a chance..... Knock on wood.

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Reply #37 – June 21, 2020, 11:43:29 am

Once you install a battery to the house.. you can test the function of the 12v system.. then you will tell if there is a problem.. Dont forget the salesman switch or you might be chasing a problem that doesnt exist..

I think I would (me) .. start with the engine and see if it cranks (check all fluids first).. If it cranks .. put it in gear see if it tries to go forward then backwards... then go to the house sytem... try it then to the generator..

If engine is froze (doubt it) id move on... IF the 12v system has a problem.. find it.

Move on to the generator and then test the 120v on genny and Cord reel function... I think you are going to be surprised..(lol one way or the other) Good luck.. You have us on the edge of our keyboards.

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Reply #38 – June 21, 2020, 11:46:42 am

I would think the aluminum wool would work similar without rust staining? That helps. Future mods for sure.
Scott

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Reply #39 – June 21, 2020, 12:18:11 pm

This sounds odd but I'll be trying to disqualify my purchase from the start.
Corrosion first, Fast ten minute walk around, install window ac unit and start cooling coach inside, rodent damage fire hazard wire issues, water damage inside, hood rat vandalism, fuel issues Visual tank, taking camera (Thanks DavidS) , jumper cable to skip battery cable repairs for now (hood rats), water in oil, oil in antifreeze, initial walk around for obvious problems two hours. If good power up 12v. Change oil filter Properly prefilled cut old one Open and visually check for contamination and metal. At that point if it's mostly clear I'll agree to purchase or run away. Forgot to mention this all has to be inspected and approved by Kim (DW) If she ain't happy we're done. She tolerates me so she is reasonable or convincible generally. It will be mildewing I'm sure and has been reported (Thank you Lynn)

Re: Wanted dead or alive

Reply #40 – June 21, 2020, 12:50:59 pm

It would probably be antifreeze in the oil and with oil in the antifreeze it could be an engine oil cooler gone if there is one or
a head gasket. I would worry if the antifreeze has got in the bearings.

Re: Wanted dead or alive

Reply #41 – June 21, 2020, 01:23:09 pm

Yes basically wrong fluid in places it doesn't belong water, oil, antifreeze, urine, hydrolic, transmission, window washer, etc

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Reply #42 – June 21, 2020, 01:23:35 pm

Quote from: dsd – June 21, 2020, 11:46:42 am

I would think the aluminum wool would work similar without rust staining?

Scott,

Use Stainless steel steel wool that you can get from any store in the kitchen department.

Mike

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Reply #43 – June 22, 2020, 11:48:45 pm

Taking some spare airbags. Made up tools just in case. Air bags tools. 1 1/8 and a 3/4 gearwrench 3 1/2 inch center to center.
Scott

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Reply #44 – June 23, 2020, 12:03:59 am

Wheel torque wrench extension support jack

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Reply #45 – June 23, 2020, 04:52:15 am

Where did you get the torque wrench and extension support?
I need to add these to my tool list. My torque wrench max out at 150lb.

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Reply #46 – June 23, 2020, 08:54:19 am

Had the 600 ftlbs torque wrench for years. Made the jack on the 22nd. Extensions were purchased thru Amazon for under $28 Neiko 00236A 3/4" Drive Impact Extension Bar, Cr-Mo Steel | 3-Piece Set |...
Would not recommend torque wrench. Just make up a four foot multiplier extension and carry your torque wrench

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Re: Wanted dead or alive

Reply #47 – June 23, 2020, 09:12:52 am

Torque formula
If your desired torque was 450 ft lbs and your torque wrench was two feet long a four foot extension would give you 450lbs at wrench set to 150ft pounds

Re: Wanted dead or alive

Reply #48 – June 23, 2020, 09:53:22 am

make sure you have the right grease for the brakes with you.. Not sure if it is readily available .. I have a couple tubes coming for mine

Scott I have some extra parts if needed
Alternator
turbo
battery isolator
Thomas compressor 1/4hp model (I believe ,, its the bigger 12v one)
air conditioners (roof) I have about 5 of them new but the covers are possibly cracked and some have other issues that can be fixed but they are cheaper than new but damaged in shipping type deal..

If you think of anything needed post it up..

Pretty sure i have other stuff..

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Reply #49 – June 23, 2020, 10:27:12 am

Thanks DavidS yes I'm sure I will be contacting you. Was was going to lube chassis and monitor brakes . Taking a pyrometer with me. Will address brakes on condition as long as they are not dragging. Hopefully retarder will function. I'll get with you when I get back on ac cover repairs. I'm assuming nothing will work and hope I'm wrong. I believe by the end of the day I will have all spare parts in my possession that I'm taking.
Scott

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