Repair cost

[bubblerboy64]

Again very helpful information. I am trying to make connections on
one possible prospect in the Louisville area. Anyone know of at
expert(s) in that area. I am going into this is this order. First I
have to deside what type of vintage bird I want. Leaning toward the
old 31ft 77 to 80 but that is not set in stone. I am thinking that
way because of several reasons. My intended use, cost, simplicity of
design. I may change my position 180 degrees once I feel and touch.
So all options are open. I am as many have suggested going to invest
some money in travel. I will not make offers until I have
PROFESSIONAL evalutations done and I am remaining open minded
completely. Many of you folks have invested a lot of time and effort
on my behalf. Some feel that I am taking the wrong tack with the old
coaches and I certainly understand that. And I am not disagreeing
with anyone. With what I know how could I. I just have this idea
that I would like the older ones. I have to start some place so I am
going to look that direction and also hopefully also get my hands on
a couple more complete birds. If I don't go with the older FC I know
there are a couple REAL nice ones listed on the BILL BOARD. Gary
Millers is certainly one that I would consider and even Dan's 1986. I
can see the wisdom of these purchases. I just am thinking that if I
find a solid older bird for mid teens I can then afford to spend some
money on it. My point is I am at this point trying to find out what
I want. Realizing that regardless its going to take some significant
money to reach that end. At this point there is something appealing
about the old coaches. In a week or ten days I could be coming
entirely the other direction. I gotta do my home work. Again
thanks. JOHN
>
> You are on the right track to gather some info before negotiating
> price.
> These are my guesstimates:
>
> Replace all 7 year old tires, or sooner if you do not know the
> tire history ( they may have plugs, they may have hit many curbs)
> Tires 400/500 each, refrig 1200/1500, roof A/C 550 for each unit,
> Belts for FC 200/250 plus installation. batteries 600, lots of
light
> bulb, sockets,misc.stuff 1000, Radiator hoses valve adjustment,
> everything is labor related, Replace all fluids & filters
> $200/500 ??? One needs to think in minimum $1000 increments for
> exhaust, brakes, trip to the Cat dealer, Heavy truck garage.
> How much repair work will the owner perform??
> 5K before the first long extended travel trip, 10 to 15K over 2
to
> 3 years, Some problems will surface during the first 5K to 10K
miles
> of use. Then there are the creature comforts, Bigger TV's ,
carpet,
> furniture, toilet etc.
> Do not forget the fixed costs of ownership on any MoHome,
insurance,
> Tax, Plates, Storage , routine maintenance.
> This is fun a hobby and a traveling adventure. Do not let costs
> discourage a person, find a Bird inside your budget, and have fun,
> just save some funds for repair and maintenance, All Ole Birds
need
> some work.
> Just ask questions these forum members have the answers. Or drive
> your Bird to one of the Forum members that repair Birds, These guys
> know their Birds. Better Yet purchase a Bird from one of the forum
> members that have already completed most of the repairs or
upgraded,
> there are several for sale at good prices.
>
> Bill's Opinion, 88 FC Michigan
>
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> > I need some estimates on common repairs. I have some idea's on
> some
> > but tell me what to expect. Tires $2000. Roof air $1500 I know
> > engines are BIG bucks $15000 and Trans $6000. How about a
refrig.
> > Brakes. I am of the opinion that tires should be replace at
about
> 7
> > years regardless. Found one guys says the tires are good and
show
> no
> > weather cracking (because he covers them) I think 7 year old
tires
> need
> > replace regardless and especially if sitting. All agree? Thanks
> again
> > guys. John
> >
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