Thank you VERY much for the input! I will DEF get a mechanic check it out. I have a sleeping bag rated for like -35° for me & 2 matching sleeping bags that I zip together & prop open for my German Shepherd that are rated for about 20 below. We've camped in a tent in the dead of winter. I figure whatever I get, I'll have to gut & re-insulate because the older models are the only ones in my price range.
But YES I am very concerned about the engine & trans. I haven't read about anyone in this forum having the 360 V8, & that worries me that there's a lack of longevity with this engine. And I have NO idea if I could afford AND adjust, rework, rewire & re-adapt the rig to drop a 440 in it. I'll see what the mechanic says.
If all seems well, I'll rent a car & go see it. I'd NEVER buy something 'sight unseen'. It's just past the border of PA into Michigan. It'll be a hike, but I love road-tripping with Shadow, my bodyguard. I dont sleep in hotels. I park as close as I can to the bathrooms in truck stops, nap & then get back on the road. So, if nothing else comes of it, Shadow & I get to enjoy the ride ;-)
Thank you so much for the info, I am a sponge...heck, I'm an RV virgin! Camping I've been there, done that, got the t-shirt, but RVing is a whole new ball game. I'm just glad I found you guys!
~Meghan
