toedtoes wrote:
Lantley wrote:
toedtoes wrote:
Grit dog wrote:
As funny as the 6 year rule is, antique RVs are functional, if that’s what the budget allows, but not too many drive 40 year old vehicles around because they’re better than newer ones (unless you’re talking 20-30 years old, then I’d take a 40).
I didn't say "better", I said "better construction". The molded fiberglass design means there are no corner/edge seams to weaken or leak. Doesn't delaminate. And the manufacture didn't cut corners on quality parts or workmanship.
To find a small class C motorhome with the build quality of the American Clippers is nigh on impossible.
Maybe I can agree on the RV side however there have been lots of improvements to the 1975, 42 year old chassis.
Does it have a carburetor?
Notice I didn't mention chassis. :)
Yes, it's a carburetor. The chassis is where the bulk of work has gone - replacing 40 year old parts that have worn out.
But even with an old engine, this clipper costs less to buy and own than a near new motorhome would cost just to buy. And while a new-fangled engine would be nice, it isn't worth the expense of upgrading and losing the build quality of the house (not to mention the windows that let in the light and you can see out of - these new rigs are dark and cavernous).
Mine used to have a carb. First I upgraded it to an Edelbrock MPI fuel injection system. It ran great with greater torque etc. but I wanted more. So I purchased a rolled GMC 2006 pickup with a Duramax turbo diesel and a 6 speed Allison tranny and transferred the engine, tranny and dash cluster and everything else needed so now I have a sound 42 year old coach with 2006 power train. Best of both worlds!
