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j-d wrote:Hmmm...I "thought" it was the right rear on my old '79 E350, but it appears you are right; it was the left rear.:C4x4van wrote:
BTW, just in case you weren't aware, the lug nuts on your right rear are reverse thread
The reverse (lefty tightie righty loosie) threads would be on the LEFT or Driver side. On our 1971 Dodge Van, both Lefts were Left Thread. I replaced the front drum brakes with disc from a 1974, leaving lefty threads on only the left rear. I felt that was going to cause problems at tire shops so I pounded them out and replaced with righty.
Our first Class C was on 1983 Ford E350, and its left had lefty too. Hard to remember now, but I think it was only left rear duals.
Mar-05-2018 07:11 PM
4x4van wrote:
BTW, just in case you weren't aware, the lug nuts on your right rear are reverse thread
Mar-05-2018 03:50 PM
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Mar-01-2018 02:37 PM
77rollalong wrote:Oh, bummer; those Roll-a-Longs really had a unique look to them, although I understand the rebuild. Looking good; hopefully it all works out for you.:)
well that front window is kinda gone now though changed the front to this now,
we had some rot problems so been rebuilding the outside of the motorhome, and modifying the kitchen table area as we found the original table quite small
Feb-21-2018 10:32 AM
Feb-21-2018 10:24 AM
77rollalong wrote:Our first RV was a Roll-a-Long! 1979 23' Huntington model. Great quality coaches, for sure, with a unique look (the split/wrap-around overhead window)! :C
i still want to install a co/ propane monitor into our 77 rollalong, have been replacing all the fluorescent lights with led strips to reduce the load on the battery since we have been going to non hydro camp grounds.
Feb-04-2018 08:33 AM
PatJ wrote:
Great project! For many many years I had a 67 chassis mount Travel Queen camper on a 75 Chevy chassis. About 9 years ago I upgraded to an 84 Lindy C on Chevy chassis. Could afford (to finance) better/newer but it would do the exact same thing mine does and I would have a payment - no thank you. My old rigs have been all over the country many times over. Lack of payment just lets you buy more gas!
My rigs are old but both had a few upgrades I highly recommend - several have already been mentioned:
1. Battery CO detector and hardwire propane leak detector correctly installed. (I assume you have a pair of smoke detectors already)
2. Remove & dispose the 30+ year old converter and install something modern. I use a Progressive Dynamics 9260. Unit will pay for itself eventually with the longer house battery lifespan, and can be transferred to another rig if you ever upgrade.
3. Make sure you don't have a "Federal Pacific" (a.k.a. FPE) brand electrical panel installed. If you do, google it. Upgrade as required. Can probably upgrade to a cheap GE panel from Lowes for less than $50.
4. Get a pair of good quality fire extinguishers and mount somewhere you can find them quickly, one up front one near back exit. I recommend a pair of quality 5# American-made refillable ABC. Can be moved to another vehicle if you ever upgrade.
5. Like you are already doing, do the chassis tune-up and replace the belts and hoses etc as required. Grease, fluids, check for issues, etc. Carry spare belts and a way to band-aid hoses. Sounds like you have this under control so I won't go into any detail.
6. Everything else just adds to your camping story! You will learn as you go what is priority.
Have fun and enjoy! Make great family memories!
On edit - if you buy a brand new rig today, it will only be new for that instant. In a few short years, it will need everything yours does now. You being able to do maintenance and work by yourself makes all the difference. Congrats!
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