![]() Yesterday I dropped the back two gas tanks. Phew! I am two weeks into this project and having a blast! ![]() If you are interested in any of this stuff, drop me a line. I have all the door and cupboard hardware from what I have removed. I plan on selling the refrigerator as well but have not listed it. In the meantime, I have the following pieces, parts, and components for sale or trade:Ĭoleman stove, original, complete, working: I plan to strip the inside all the way to the siding, tape and epoxy the siding from the inside, then re-insulate and finish. Some pin holes in the siding probably contributed to the wood rot. AC works according to previous owner I have not tried this one yet Refrigerator works but I plan to replace it. Repair LP tank cover with fiberglass and epoxy ![]() Replace twin metal fresh water tanks with one new plastic tank. Refinish bathroom epoxy coat shower pan and replace toilet and sink. I have a plan for a bumper mounted grill that I actually got from this website! Replace stove with two burner cook top. Once everything is out I plan to paint the wood with KILZ and put down heavy duty laminate flooring. However, my planned layout will be changed a little from the original. I plan to replace all cabinets and benches. Other than mechanical issues, this is what I know needs to be done: I called the original owner (80+ years old but still kicking) and asked if he had any pictures from the when he had it hope to get some pics from him. I spent 4 hours tracing wires that went nowhere and cleaned out all the dead ends.įound treasure! After removing the back storage area, I found the original owner’s manuals and documents from the first owner! Apparently it fell down under the furnace somehow and has not been touched for I’m guessing 30 years. The rat’s nest of wiring is a nightmare. The dash was obviously pulled and not put back together correctly. Conversely, I can’t believe the owners before me could “BS-tard-ize†a vehicle like this. As I start ripping out the past, I am impressed by the original construction of these motor homes. In the short time that I’ve had her, I have already taken two truckloads of stuff out and hauled it to the dump. After some new plugs, plug wires distributor cap and tune-up, the motor was humming! Other than an ever so slight leak in the power steering unit, she does not leak a drop! Well worth the initial $2500 investment… and she is F-N COOL!!!!! Hoses are all new, only one belt need to be replaced, the alternator is practically new, the brakes are fine, transmission is in great shape, tires are new and the batteries are less than a year old. My mechanic was surprised how well the motor et al has been maintained. I had it in for a tune-up, radiator flush, brake test, and full check up. None of the brake lights or tail lights works. I plan to replace it with a much lighter, modern generator. The previous owner says it does work but he had fuel line problems that prevented it from running. Although it came with a Onan 4KW generator, it is a 1969. The exhaust system is shot new muffler and tailpipes. Right of the bat, mechanically, this is what I know needs to be done: I intend to upgrade her insides to a more modern design but keep her classic exterior as a tribute to “the good old daysâ€.Īlthough I have no strict time line and a “very flexible†$10K budget, my long term goal is to have her fully renovated and on the road by 2016 her 40 th birthday. I have no intention of restoring her back to her original glory. However, 75% of that is dry rotted broken or just wore out. This baby is in pretty good shape considering the fact she (official name is still to be determined) is 37 years old and has spent a lot of time in the Texas and Arizona sun. On, my dream of owning a classic Winnebago came true. I have been watching you all from afar for years patiently waiting for the day when I could join your ranks. ![]() Hello Fellow Classic Winnebago Enthusiasts! ![]()
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