Apr-24-2002 11:23 AM
May-23-2009 08:36 PM
Ob1quixote wrote:
Yeah, I've heard of that company before, but it just isnt in the cards to put a $3500 part on a $2000 MH
Now, if I could find a Chevy 14bolt 11Klb+ axle in 4.57...I'd be in business!
Thanks though!riggarob wrote:
Gear Vendors (over drive units) may be able to solve your gearing problems. Newer type mat'l brake shoes/ pads may help the other. RobbieOb1quixote wrote:
My needs are simple, so I bought a simple MH. My budget is limited, so it was cheap. I've made modifications to suit my needs for carrying capabilities, and a few creature comforts. being handy with tools, the few problems I fixed myself and enjoyed the effort.
Now I have something to carry me to the races/ride weekends and someplace to sleep. If the weather is nasty, I can duck inside and all my needs are covered, although I'd rather be outside.
Best of all, it is unique, a '63 Grumman. It is a work in progress, but I have been to 2 events and covered 1000 miles, and I'm tickled! someone's always dropping by for the 50 cent tour. Thinking about charging a dollar, gas prices are rising!
Only one thing that will be difficult to fix; the differential ratio. Top speed {that I am comfortable running the engine at} is about 57mph. The diff is a 6.17, sure would like to find something with longer legs so 1st gear would be useful and rpm would drop at highway speed. I only use 2nd thru 4th.
I wouldnt want to go much faster, braking has progressed a long way since '63.
There is something to be said for a slower pace though, just leave earlier!
May-23-2009 10:51 AM
riggarob wrote:
Gear Vendors (over drive units) may be able to solve your gearing problems. Newer type mat'l brake shoes/ pads may help the other. RobbieOb1quixote wrote:
My needs are simple, so I bought a simple MH. My budget is limited, so it was cheap. I've made modifications to suit my needs for carrying capabilities, and a few creature comforts. being handy with tools, the few problems I fixed myself and enjoyed the effort.
Now I have something to carry me to the races/ride weekends and someplace to sleep. If the weather is nasty, I can duck inside and all my needs are covered, although I'd rather be outside.
Best of all, it is unique, a '63 Grumman. It is a work in progress, but I have been to 2 events and covered 1000 miles, and I'm tickled! someone's always dropping by for the 50 cent tour. Thinking about charging a dollar, gas prices are rising!
Only one thing that will be difficult to fix; the differential ratio. Top speed {that I am comfortable running the engine at} is about 57mph. The diff is a 6.17, sure would like to find something with longer legs so 1st gear would be useful and rpm would drop at highway speed. I only use 2nd thru 4th.
I wouldnt want to go much faster, braking has progressed a long way since '63.
There is something to be said for a slower pace though, just leave earlier!
May-23-2009 09:45 AM
Ob1quixote wrote:
My needs are simple, so I bought a simple MH. My budget is limited, so it was cheap. I've made modifications to suit my needs for carrying capabilities, and a few creature comforts. being handy with tools, the few problems I fixed myself and enjoyed the effort.
Now I have something to carry me to the races/ride weekends and someplace to sleep. If the weather is nasty, I can duck inside and all my needs are covered, although I'd rather be outside.
Best of all, it is unique, a '63 Grumman. It is a work in progress, but I have been to 2 events and covered 1000 miles, and I'm tickled! someone's always dropping by for the 50 cent tour. Thinking about charging a dollar, gas prices are rising!
Only one thing that will be difficult to fix; the differential ratio. Top speed {that I am comfortable running the engine at} is about 57mph. The diff is a 6.17, sure would like to find something with longer legs so 1st gear would be useful and rpm would drop at highway speed. I only use 2nd thru 4th.
I wouldnt want to go much faster, braking has progressed a long way since '63.
There is something to be said for a slower pace though, just leave earlier!
May-23-2009 08:27 AM
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May-17-2009 11:46 AM
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May-17-2009 06:16 AM
jackbuck wrote:
98% buy a second unit within 2 years,its a fact
May-17-2009 04:00 AM
May-16-2009 06:41 PM
Mar-20-2009 09:12 PM
Mar-20-2009 08:35 PM
robert swartz wrote:
We are planning to buy a used MH to live in and retire. Our money is limited and in checking with some RV parks for monthly living we were told that they don't accept MH's that are over 10 years old. Are there sufficient parks that will accept us when or if our MH is 10 years old? Hope some one will help us.
Mar-20-2009 07:45 PM
Mar-20-2009 06:51 PM