New to forum, and info questions.
Hello everone!! My name is Andy. I'm obviously new to this forum and as of 2 days ago, new to RV's. I just bought a 1973 Chevy G30 Open Road RV. It's the perfect size for my small family and f...
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Well Andy,
At least know what you signed up for....
Start by thinking that every rubber part is about to fail unless you can prove it was replaced recently. This means coolant, fuel, brake, vacuum and A/C. Also the belts are probably a size no longer available, so when you replace them, make sure that the new ones don't bottom out in the sheave. The parts store guys will lie to you, but check the back width. The entire fuel system will have to be looked over. It was never expecting the ***pahol that is today's excuse for motor fuel.
If the tires are 16.5, then start hunting the junk yards for rims that fit you chassis (note may require 4-9/16 bore) and they are not easy to find, but they are out there on later - like 78 1 ton dualies.
Once you get all that done, you can have a reliable 40yo coach.
Go Ahead, ask me how I know.
Matt
At least know what you signed up for....
Start by thinking that every rubber part is about to fail unless you can prove it was replaced recently. This means coolant, fuel, brake, vacuum and A/C. Also the belts are probably a size no longer available, so when you replace them, make sure that the new ones don't bottom out in the sheave. The parts store guys will lie to you, but check the back width. The entire fuel system will have to be looked over. It was never expecting the ***pahol that is today's excuse for motor fuel.
If the tires are 16.5, then start hunting the junk yards for rims that fit you chassis (note may require 4-9/16 bore) and they are not easy to find, but they are out there on later - like 78 1 ton dualies.
Once you get all that done, you can have a reliable 40yo coach.
Go Ahead, ask me how I know.
Matt
