[Bob]

Oh my gawd I have went from an Oakie to a Box?

If you look directly under the photo you see “I like Entertainers, they often run some very nice looking equipment. But I like Motorhome configurations better.” That is a picture of an Entertainer that I shot recently in Oklahoma City. They were hauling some punk-rocker than I never heard of.

Prevost Re-sale Red is a pretty color, mine is gun-metal gray.

There is a shot of my old bus, it is in my Avatar at the bottom of the page, left corner. You can find more pictures of it on my website.

Thanks for your comment.

BCO

[Bob]

Jon,

The Norgen valves , Brake chambers , Air bags are already on the list. My question about HP was out of Curosity mostly. Nothing that I was ready to run out and do anytime soon. But thank You for all the good advise ! I Now need to add A Radiator Flush to the list and Transmission fluid change and check.

I will not be towing anything very Heavy for a long time. I might tow an Avalanche on short trips to work locations. 1-4 Hr drives. But for long cross country trips , I will be considering a smaller Toad I think. I am totally happy with the 475 HP I now have. Some of the Class A’ S that I test drove a few yeary ago just had a 300 HP Cummins , So there is no comparison. Although the Prevost probably out weighs the other RV’s I drove by 10K . But the Prevost is the Cadillac RV for Sure !!!

Thanks,

Rocky

[Bob]

One mistake I just made was to ignore the installation of units and how the quality of the installation has a tremendous impact on performance. Ken is correct in pointing out how valuable a proper installation with good separation between supply and return air flows is in determining the performance of any AC unit. One thing also unmentioned is the filters for the house AC units, roof or Cruise Airs need to be part of normal maintenance. Over the years several owners have had evaporator coils choked off as a result of lack of filter maintenance. The same goes for condenser coil maintenance.

[Bob]

We’ve never promised correct answers to questions. However our advice is worth every penny you pay for it.

[Bob]

Life is good: do encourage everyone to keep on plugging along. My cabinet work is nearing completion. Plumbing and electrical plus hvac is complete. Ready to slide engine / trans in. Major step! Then fingers crossed the three computers will be in agreement with each other. I have had great help from Jim Shepard and Wayne (Rusty) who have done the 60 plus 10 sp eaton .and not to forget Ken (hard headed ken) also. These guys have helped with the ground breaking design.The three mentioned are very elite in their fields and their work is awsome! The Volvo clutch system goes in tomorrow then time to slide the cradle in and hook up drive shaft. Would like to hear what other home guys sre doing???? Bob

[Bob]

I run Amsoil and change at 10,000 miles with oil analysis each time. Chassis lube at same time but most of my miles are in a dryer climate.

My oil analysis’ generally shows little wear and good chemicals but has been showing a little thin on viscosity with no contamination. A new BMW I acquired recently requires a viscosity not marketed by Amsoil and I’m using Red Line. My next change on the bus will be using Red Line but I won’t know the results of the Red Line oil analysis for awhile.

[Bob]

Mark,

So just put the transfer case in Neutral ,Leave the steering wheel unlocked , Hookup tail lights , Check Hitch , Safety chains , and it is ready to go ?

I have a old 2002 Avalanche that I kept to pull My Boat with that would be a good canidate. ? Humm ? Also have a Golf Cart that would fit in the back. And a lightweight fiberglass enclosed Bike trailer that I could put behind That ?? If I ever get that brave ? What is the legal length limit ?

My Lovely Wife is already looking at a Stacker Trailer , I told Her that Our Coach would need an Engine Cradle upgrade before We could pull one of those.

Thanks,

Rocky

[Bob]

This is what I have for chasis batteries, cover removed:

House batteries are 4, 8Ds.

[Bob]

I don’t think it’s a Ford auto headlight. Looks like it may be an inch or so wider and taller. If it was a Ford head light there would be a bunch of aftermarket stuff available to replace it cheap.

[Bob]

Sorry but the website is for a place near Pigeon Forge in Tennessee.

[Bob]

If your fan is not running another thing to check is the brushes on the motor (4) each motor.

Due to dampness and graphite dust they are known to stick in their track and not make contact with the armature.

Note: if the spring pushing on the brush is at the height of the track/channel the brush slides in then the brushes need replacing.

The fan assembly must be removed from the coach to change the brushes.

If anyone is interested I will post a how to with pictures. The job is straight forward and any mechanically inclined person can perform the procedure. Allow one day in good sun light outside. Be prepared to offer ear plugs for all onlookers due to cussing.

JIM

[Bob]

I use Smart Tire to monitor my tire pressure and wheel temperature, the sensors are mounted on the rim and internal to the tire. The gauge is on the dash. I did’t like the idea of adding something to the valve stem that could cause failure due to excessive weight, as Jon stated and/or was an extension of sorts waiting to get wacked by some external force.

This is just my opinion and my way of “going”. As they say each to his own.

PS The first way I got around valve extensions was to modify a valve stem extension and thread it on only when I wanted to check the tire pressure. It would then be removed and stored away.

My wheels have smaller holes in them than the new wheels. Checking through the hole is more difficult.

just sayin, JIM

[Bob]

The light master and or tivolimaster may need to be turned on if the house master was accidentally pushed.

Also all your bulbs not lighting could be coincidentally burned out.

JIM

[Bob]

Our experience with Canadian customs mirror Jim and Chis’s only they tore our coach apart and left the contents of the drawers on the bed or floor and ultimately charged duty on two bottles of wine we had on board that we were never asked about. In fact we were never asked anything but were just sent to the inspection area.

Haven’t and won’t return to Canada.

[Bob]

I always forget something. I’ll be short. There is a repair shop nearby with 60,000 lbs lift. Can a professional tow my coach in its present condition without the front airbags inflating? Thanks, Mike