Chevy P-30 w/454 owners?
I was curious to know from other (P-30 454 owners) of common issues that the Chevy 454 would have during a trip? I'm planning on driving from Seattle - Orlando, Fl (poss. Keys) and then back the south...
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gbopp wrote:
Change the engine oil before the trip.
You said serviced radiator, did you flush the cooling system and replace the coolant?
New tires in 2014. Did you check the age of the tires when you put them on?
RV tires usually age out before they wear out. Make sure they were not a couple years old when you installed them in 2014.
Check the condition/age of your spare.
Change the FUEL filter on your generator or carry a spare if it was changed recently.
New windshield wipers and fill the washer tank.
Clean and lube the joints on your entry steps. Don't use WD-40 as a lube.
Inspect, or have it inspected, the roof. Make sure there are no potential problems. Your roof should be checked at least annually.
Carry a tube of Dicor, just in case.
Consider covering your roof seams with Eternabond. It's a great product.
Are you pulling a toad?
Consider installing a transmission temperature gauge. It's NOT necessary but, it is nice to know the temps, especially in the mountains.
Check all your batteries before the trip. make sure they are taking and holding a charge properly. Make sure the terminals are clean and tight.
The 12 Volt Side of Life will help you understand if you're not familiar with the system.
Get a roadside assistance policy. Good Sam and Coach-Net are the most popular.
Check your propane system for leaks, spray soapy water on the joints and look for bubbles.
Lube all your door locks and hinges.
Carry basic tools. Get a voltmeter and learn to use it if you don't know how.
Don't forget the duct tape, spare bulbs and fuses.
If I think of something else, I'll let you know. :)
Enjoy your trip, you're ready.
1996 Southwind, 37', Tag Axle, 454.
1. Coolant flushed and filled
2. Tires are new 2014 Michelin
3. Have a spare (also have receipt showing the fuel pump & filter changed for new a few years back)
4. Done
5. No entry step
6. Roof is in great shape. I check it annually. Also keep a tube as self leveling caulk as well as the tape.
7. No Toad
8. Batteries checked annually as well. Keep 1 gallon of distilled water for them. They are all dated late 2008. Les Schwab
9. Roadside assistance with both AAA and Good Sam.
10. Propane checked annually as well. Have a bottle of propane leak detector. No leaks.
11. Done
12. Have a good set of Craftsman tools that I carry.
13. Done
Much appreciated
