changing belts and hoses

[Chuck Wheeler]

I replaced all the belts in our 82 when we got it. It did not have a swing-our radiator. It too about 1/2 day to get into it. Second and last time I did it in about three hours. You will probably need some help lifting out the radiator and maybe handling the front bumper. I also replaced the thermostats while I had it open (made a big difference in operation as one was stuck 1/2 way open). I had the radiator cleaned out along with a cleaning and repair of the generator radiator. It cost $210 for the pair. After that experience thinking about possibly having to get to the belts on the road I converted it to a swing radiator. GA is too far away for me to help you but you can call me if you have any questions.

- Chuck Wheeler-

1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX

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From: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com [mailto:WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dorn Hetzel
Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 5:17 PM
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: changing belts and hoses

Anyone out there who's done this to their 70's FC and would be willing to advise ?

On Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 5:42 PM, pattypape <"billpatty@hotmail.com"> wrote:

Unless you have prior repair records,
It may be wise to do the job yourself,
Include removing the rad and have it flushed and tested,
replace all belts, check the idler pulleys, remove the alternator
and have it checked at a shop. Replace all questionable hoses including the oil cooler hoses.
This is major repair cost at a dealer.
If you are going to keep the Bird ,
It may be a good idea to learn how to open the front.
There are procedures in the files of the forums.
Maybe replace the thermostats.

Bill 88 FC

--- In "WanderlodgeForum%40yahoogroups.com", Dorn Hetzel wrote:
>
> It looks like I will need to be replacing some belts on my 77FC35 fairly
> soon.
>
> All are still working, but getting a bit loose.
>
> Do I understand correctly that getting to the belts on the 77FC35 involves
> removing the bumper, front panel and radiator ?
>
> If it's going to be a big job like that, I presume I will want to replace
> all belts and any hoses in that area while I have the radiator off.
>
> Can anyone who has done this task offer me some clues? If I were to pay
> someone to do it, can anyone estimate what I should expect it to cost?
>
> Regards,
>
> Dorn Hetzel
> 77FC35
> Hogansville, GA
>