How many of us are there? Owners of Dodge based RV's?

[whiteknight001]

I'm new here, and curious.

How many of us in Class C own Dodge B300 incomplete
cab/chassis based RV's? I know two others- Steve aka
Ripsaw, with a 1977 Brougham, and Leroy aka 1978_Dodge
_Delta who owns a 440V8 powered sharp looking 1978
Delta RV. I would like to ask, and offer, help, idea
swapping and comparing notes on our particular RV's
which are based on the Dodge B300 van chassis.

Yeah, I know. These are low tech, podgy old RV's that
would be considered "entry level" for folks like me,
but I have a deep and abiding respect for the quality
of these old "monsters of the open road". And anyone
wanting to pick brains, joke about, share notes or just
brag about our old A- Dodge-io's are certainly welcome
to PM or email me. Between all of us we can form a real
good support group, and help each other with problems
we know we'll encounter with an older vehicle.

Sure. I'd love a new RV. But I'd rather have an older
one already paid for, and a lotta great memories. Call
me frugal, an old hippie, or whatever you will. I'm proud
of my old land yacht.

Mopar Madness Manifest in the flesh,

Mark aka White Knight

P.S. Mine's a '72. Is there an older one out there someone's
motorvating in? Maybe even a Travco? W/K

[ubu]

Add me to the list of Dodge owners. Got a freebie.
It's a 75 Tioga. I'll be doing some roof work in the next few weeks after the mechanical is sorted out.
After a carb rebuild, it started right up and I was able to make 45 miles home. Brakes were soft and I found one of the rear wheel cylinders leaking. While waiting for the Pb Blaster to soak enough where I could remove the hub, I was able to get some painting and polishing done to the exterior.
Once I finally got the hub and drum removed, the brake springs came out in pieces. Still haven't figured out the arrangment. I've never had a problem with spring placement before, these just seem different. I have the hold down springs on and the return spring at the top by the wheel cylinder, the only place it fits, stays put, and seems to work. Still have no clue about the adjuster spring. One more try tonight. I don't expect to learn much from the other side, since those springs are probably just as old, brittle and rusty. ANy help here would be apreciated.

I'm doing my best to get pics along the way.

[Leeann]

Found the full link:

http://forum.doityourself.com/outdoor-power-equipment-small-engines/335007-any-generator-experts.htm...

[Leeann]

Good luck - and get pics!

[overdrive75]

Well, I bought the Monroe Max Air shocks. Turns out not available for a dodge chassis, but they were for a Chevy G-30, same specs and all on the base shocks between a dodge and a chevy, so the air shocks should work. I only need to pick up the right rear 1/2 inch and the left rear 1 1/2 inch. Hopefully it works, I am going to try to get them on this week.

[Leeann]

You should check your generator compartment first. More than likely, you will see an outlet inside. If you plug your shore power cord into that, you should have power.

New RVs have automatic switches; we have the old-fashioned way.

PS - Trish, your link is missing something...lemme see if I still have it...

[Trish_Davis]

robbins wrote:
The genny runs great, just doesn't power anything.
The little home is in great looking shape, but needs breaks.
Didn't need it, but have it anyway.

Yeah, I feel your pain... that big-azz generator of mine (honda 5000) was the same, Stator and rheostat checked out, 'twas the module. Yep, it's old, so old it's a pull-start.
I got a genny fix-it link (supplied by Leeann --of course) I'll post.
Gimme a minute....

Brakes, well. Go back to pg 161 of this thread, read Griff's advice thoroughly and see if it applies to yours. From personal experience, DO NOT move the d*&n thing until you've got brakes on it. Really.

We all have stuff we don't need, but got anyhow. ;0)

Found it...
http://forum.doityourself.com/outdoor-power-equipment-small-engines/335007-

[robbins]

My neighbor just gave me, yesterday, a 1978 Dodge 'Establishment". Has a 440CI & 4BBL. Had to supply a battery, 5gal gas, a little persuasion, and now it is in my yard. The genny runs great, just doesn't power anything. The little home is in great looking shape, but needs breaks. Didn't need it, but have it anyway.

[goreds2]

Trish Davis wrote:
Goreds...
About that gravel.

Make it IS NOT what's called "IMS slag" because that's the stuff used by the steel mils.
Comes out of the pickler and is covered with various weird, fast-oxidizing acids.

Really. Do the tarp thing fast and save your lines.

I did placed a tarp under the cab today and will get the rest tomorrow. Thanks!

[Trish_Davis]

Goreds...
About that gravel.

Make it IS NOT what's called "IMS slag" because that's the stuff used by the steel mils.
Comes out of the pickler and is covered with various weird, fast-oxidizing acids.

Really. Do the tarp thing fast and save your lines.

[HondaCamper]

Thanks for the info on towing. Now at least I know to look for the big block. Does anybody have any input on how much I should pay for one of these wonderful machines? I live in the "rust belt"(southern indiana) and I don't mind a moderate amount of work. I don't want to pull walls off, but would love to do a little tlc.

[goreds2]

goreds2 wrote:
Does anyone know where to get a special bar type item so I can mount a spare on the front bumper? Thanks,

BUMP...:o 🙂

[ALnCORY]

Yes that is one great carrier rack, I know envy is one of the 7 deadly sins but........ that is a great carrier...


Nice looking rig Sweet....

[goreds2]

Trish Davis wrote:
Dunno what the white stuff is, but do know you had better get that thing OFF the grass.

Moisture /condensation from the grass will eat holes in your fuel line, brake lines, trans lines and trans cooler lines.
That moisture will also hasten the rust of your cab floor and entire frame.

No, really.

Get a big (10x20 at least) tarp, drive your C over it and you will save yourself thousands of dollars and lots of headaches.

goreds2 wrote:
I have noticed moisture on the floor in the cab only of my MH. There is no ceiling leaks etc.

Could it be it has been parked since November?

It is parked on grass. Could the morning dew just be causing it?

If you notice in the picture, it is also producing a white substance. Any input will be appreciated. Thanks!

Thanks Trish for the information. I had thought about getting gravel. Now, I guess I will. Thanks again,

[goreds2]

sweetnessmonster wrote:
Hi again all! I haven't had much time to work on ours, but here are a couple of pics.

Nice! That has to be a queen size bed over the cab?

[Leeann]

Trish Davis wrote:
Izzat carry rack on the Concord cool or what.
Uhm...where's the grill? I only ask because I have a vested interest in steak.

Alas, because of the Big Box, I can't have any such contrivance on the Travco. I've got the generator, bottles and water tank in the rr. Toting extras is what that little fiberglass trailer (wish that fella'd mail me back) will be for.

Is the new trailer ready yet because the old wagged like a dog's tail.

Yes, it is. And hides the generator's fuel tank quite nicely, too 😉

The grill's inside, under the sink. Same place it was hiding when I took it out to grill your steak.

The old one didn't wag once we got your roof AC and heavy-butt Honda generator off the tongue...our speed averaged 15mph faster on the return trip :W