estimated cost for repairs

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--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Ralph L. Fullenwider"
wrote:
>
> Hi Mike:
>
> The '85 FC is a good coach.
>
> Need to check the power to the master switch for the HWH jacks.
That switch
> enables the solenoid that is located to the front of the entry
step under
> the coach.
>
> There are fuses (or at least there was in my '85FC) for the drive
line
> retarder located in the main control box located just above the
retarder
> proper. Also need to check the power from the retarder switch.
Seems like
> both power enables to those switches go through "C" plug under the
dash
> then on to the cb's and conversely to the enable solenoids. Those
cb's are
> located behind the drivers front head light.
>
> Power steering pump I had rebuilt, not sure but in the
neighborhood of
> 95.00. Ah, also check the bolts to the steering box and tighten
them, bet a
> nickle they are lose as well.
>
> The ac covers, depends on what brand,, probably Brisk airs. Some
are still
> available.
>
> I had some of those ok to drive local tires, then promptly had 2
blow outs.
> Tires are expensive but in the long run, cheap insurance, because
these
> tires can take out wheel wells.
>
> Good luck with her. If I can help let me know.
>
> Safe travels,
>
> Ralph and Charolette Fullenwider
> Ralph's RV Solutions, Duncan, Oklahoma
> http://home.swbell.net/rlf47/index.htm
>
> At 10:25 PM 12/12/2005 +0000, you wrote:
> >Hi all-
> >I am looking at a 85 FC '35 that looks to be in good shape but
needs
> >the following repairs/maintenance. I would like to know what it
would
> >cost for the following so I can figure it into the price.
> >
> >It has a recent oil change/lube and oil analysis
> >which showed normal. The tires are 5-6 years old and should be
> >replaced before a trip but are ok to drive local. The oil needs
to be
> >changed in the front wheel bearings. The refrigerator and head
have
> >already been replaced with newer models. The retarder is not
working
> >and the leveling system is not working but both can be fixed. Two
> >roof ac's need covers. Power steering pump has a leak.
> >
> >
> >Thanks
> >Mike
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
Thanks everyone. (I don't know anything about these things)

Looks like it is safe to assume 5k in after purchase
tires/maintenance.

1. Who does inspections in the midwest?

2. It also it has rear bath. Is that a positive/negative or moot
point?