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prairieschooner · 05-08-2013, 02:51 PM

I agree with Clarke that while the parts are available a good mechanic would be important. Thankfully I am a mechanic and don't need to or let anyone else work on our coach, including oil changes! The Detroit Diesel is a great engine and will last an amazing amount of time if properly taken care of. Suspension items have been readily available although if I had to pay a mechanic it could get expensive.
When it comes to the "House" items I have been able to attain or modify other parts to do as good or a better job.
I agree...80's look great!

05-08-2013, 02:51 PM	#8
prairieschooner Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Idyllwild, CA Posts: 1,340	I agree with Clarke that while the parts are available a good mechanic would be important. Thankfully I am a mechanic and don't need to or let anyone else work on our coach, including oil changes! The Detroit Diesel is a great engine and will last an amazing amount of time if properly taken care of. Suspension items have been readily available although if I had to pay a mechanic it could get expensive. When it comes to the "House" items I have been able to attain or modify other parts to do as good or a better job. I agree...80's look great! __________________ have Coach will Travel Steve & Tricia 1982 Newell 38' (built before #1) 6V92 DD, 5 Speed Allison, 12.5 KW Kohler, Couch used to make into a Bed but I fixed it! https://newellshowcase.com/thumbnails.php?album=214 2007 Yukon, 1981 CJ7 Laredo, 2002 Honda CRV, 1955 Thunderbird, 1952 Pontiac Sedan Delivery, 1952 Ford 8N, 1958 Airstream, 1959 Glasspar 16' Avalon, Cabin in the Woods........what will I work on next [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]