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estimated cost for repairs
12-12-2005, 14:57
Post: #14
estimated cost for repairs
--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "cobraheat1"
<mike.meister@i...> wrote:
>
> --- 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
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> Ralph-
> Can you call me this week when you get 10 minutes that we can talk?
> I will send you an email with my number
> thanks

Mick is this the unit your looking at?:http://www.cacars.com/used-
rvs/113437.htm- This really looks like a nice old bird- Jon
Jon Lechich
1978 Wanderlodge
Bremerton Washington

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estimated cost for repairs - erniecarpet@... - 12-12-2005, 06:41
estimated cost for repairs - erniecarpet@... - 12-12-2005, 07:54
estimated cost for repairs - cobraheat1 - 12-12-2005, 10:25
estimated cost for repairs - Stephen Birtles - 12-12-2005, 10:53
estimated cost for repairs - Curt Sprenger - 12-12-2005, 11:00
estimated cost for repairs - cobraheat1 - 12-12-2005, 11:52
estimated cost for repairs - pattypape - 12-12-2005, 12:16
estimated cost for repairs - Ralph L. Fullenwider - 12-12-2005, 12:36
estimated cost for repairs - cobraheat1 - 12-12-2005, 12:46
estimated cost for repairs - pattypape - 12-12-2005, 12:58
estimated cost for repairs - pattypape - 12-12-2005, 13:01
estimated cost for repairs - Tim Hannink - 12-12-2005, 13:03
estimated cost for repairs - cobraheat1 - 12-12-2005, 13:09
estimated cost for repairs - Jon - 12-12-2005 14:57
estimated cost for repairs - erniecarpet@... - 12-12-2005, 19:20
estimated cost for repairs - John Suter - 12-13-2005, 02:26
estimated cost for repairs - Scott Forman - 12-13-2005, 09:30
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estimated cost for repairs - fl_bluebird_1983 - 12-13-2005, 13:58
estimated cost for repairs - rwoodysurplus - 12-13-2005, 15:29
estimated cost for repairs - Scott Williams - 12-13-2005, 16:17
estimated cost for repairs - erniecarpet@... - 12-13-2005, 18:27
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