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

Posted By: mekola on 09/22/04 11:32am

I too would like to see a forum for classic RV's. Considering that we are in the process of remodeling ours, I am sure that this will be very beneficial to us as well as others.

1982 Starcraft Popup or a 1979 Dodge Renaissance Sportsman loaded with:
DH and I along with 2 kids and 3 mini schnauzers,
pulling a 16ft. trailer loaded with:
Honda 450S
Yamaha Grizzly 660
Polaris Scrambler 400 4x4
Honda 300 4x4
climbatv

Posted By: Rhonda K. on 09/22/04 12:43pm

I would love a "Classic" forum as well, that would really be helpful when doing remodel projects for our 1978 Tioga. This year we replaced tires, the water pump to the radiator, all the belts, the truck battery, & the alternator was replaced just before we got it. We also bought allot of stuff for camping.

We wouldn't be taking it out again until next spring, we will be spending time working on it:

Change all fluids and filters, check all the belts and hoses, redo the upholstery on the side dinnette(and yes, we want it done in 70's style!), and we would like to redo the insulation in the cab(my husband complains of hot feet!). We also need to replace the clock that came with it(daughter broke it!), and are getting one of those Tote Along Tanks for next year, as there are no sewer hookups where we camp.

Rhonda & Scott
Tasia & her Barbie fishing pool
1978 Tioga 24'
2005 Stingray 185

Posted By: unionguy1019 on 09/23/04 08:33am

hey mun, check the website of the brand of MH you have. They may have a listing for manuals. I found one for my 73 on coachmans website still available. took the guesswork out of a lot of things for me, especially being a first time owner.

Here comes the "Chuck Wagon"

Posted By: Koldei on 09/23/04 11:04am

FWIW;

I had e-mailed to [email protected]
and received as a reply
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At this time, we are not planning to add any new forums. However, I will forward your request to Admin to be considered when we do add new forums.
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1972 Rectrans Discoverer25R
Dodge M300 Chassis w/413

Posted By: VAIrishGrl on 09/23/04 05:37pm

I am in Virginia Beach, VA, and thinking of buying a 1972 DodgeXplorer sight unseen photos only). I am having difficulty trying to determine how to offer a fair price as the seller knows (or pretends to know) nothing. I am basically buying the frame as the engine does not run. I am trying to figure out how much it will cost to have it transported @ 600 miles and the best way to do so. I don't know if the (Onan propane) generator works and he does not know the model number (he thinks it is original) so that I can get a price on repairing/replacing if that is necessary. He indicates that it has a full bathroom...shower, sink, toilet; holding tanks for fresh water (28 gal) and 24 gal for waste water; an interior airconditioner in the rear bdrm., 11,000 BTU gas furnace, Thetford Electra Magic Stool recirculating toilet, and a Norcold 3 way refrigerator. I have only his word and the small photos to verify these facts. Does anyone know if this is the standard equipment. I tried to get info from Onan in case I need to replace the generator and need the dimensions to know if that is feasible. I LOVE THE LOOK 7 SIZE OF THIS VAN!!! It is exactly the right size for an adventurous 'fifty something' single woman and her two Chinese SharPei. I would completely refurbish everything to my taste and add a microwave and tv/dvd/cd player and speakers. Would the original generator (should it work) support those items? Is $2300.00 a fair price (not including shipping) for a frame in great shape..no rust nor damage? HELP!!! All input appreciated as I have to act quickly ) or lose my chance. I have looked for years for a Travco 21 ft, and this is a similar set up. I want to just jump on it, but need to buy wisely. Any info or advice. I love this site. Thanks P.S. In case I decide against this motorhome-any leads close to VA for something comparably sized. I would love to park in my garage.

Posted By: munkalido on 09/23/04 07:48pm

Quote:

I did contact the MFG of my coach and they sent me a generic manual. I'm now acquiring manuals for the equipment on the coach (refr, water heater, etc...) and have purchased a Chilton's for the chassis. I finally figured I have an MB400 van!

It's a lot of fun tearing apart something, making it better and then taking the family out to enjoy it. There's not much that can go wrong with this coach that I can't fix myself. With the age (28 y/o) all the surprises are worked out of it and I don't have to worry about emissions when I tweak the engine.

In our fist 3 months we've put over 2K on it already! Still have at least one more trip this year to do (this weekend), the Oregon Coast.

Posted By: munkalido on 09/23/04 07:52pm

VAIrish, $2300 seems like a lot to me for a rig from 1972 which isn't running. Were I you and want it as much as you seem, I would fly there and check it out. Or find someone on these boards who lives close to it and politely make a request to them to go check it out and verify what works and revert to you their findings....

Posted By: VAIrishGrl on 09/24/04 09:59am

Thanks for the suggestion, and I had reached the same conclusion myself. The man selling the Dodge was not at all forthcoming with info and would not let me send someone over to examine the van, so needless to say I decided to forget trying to buy it. I want something that will fit in my garage, and that one would. It was 19 feet long and the height of a standard van. I live in a very private little spot with only 4 other homes and lake and trees all around us. I respect my neighbors love of the natural views and would not want to park a camper in my yard. I also liked the fact that it would be easy for me to drive, park, etc. Oh well. That door was closed, maybe a window will open. At least I found this site and it will help to educate me.

Thanks again. Cayce

Posted By: lamont on 09/24/04 11:35am

I still have a 77 Dodge class C sportsman-Mobile Traveler with a 360 on the road---
add me to the list---

2020 Thor Class "C"
Lifetime Good Sam
navy lifer
Viginia

Posted By: 79roadranger on 09/24/04 03:21pm

I am 79roadranger and I agree with the 10 year old age limit for a "classic" rv site. DOn't know that the "paid for" is important, but I would hope with the older ones that they are paid for -- we need our money to fancy 'em up (notice I didn't say FIX 'em up). Moderators, what do you think?

-- 1995 27' Tioga Montara Quad Bunk --

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