$middaridda Did I win 😂

For your oven, push the knob in and to light the pilot in your oven. Make sure you use a water pressure regulator anytime you are hooked up to city water so you don’t blow the water lines in the RV.

I would spend a couple bucks and switch all the lights to nice warm LED's. It would probably help ease the stress on the generator and would help minimize that extra bit of heat. It looked like the generator wasn't super well ventilated but I suppose it's either ventilation or noise. This is 10000% one of the coolest rigs you've snagged in a hot minute

Randy, your electrical gremlins that you're experiencing is probably due to weak HOUSE BATTERIES (the 6 Volt Deep Cycle ones). Get your batteries checked at your earliest convenience. Before you do any extensive time on the road, check the production dates on the tires (all 6) and check your tire pressures all around. RVs tend to blow-out the inner dually tires with regularity when not inflated properly. Harbor Freight has an attachment for your cordless drill that spins and can be used to remove those graphics that are peeling. I've had 6 RVs since 1985, all types and sizes of motorhomes. Just about anything that can happen to an RVer has happened to me! Looks like your tailpipe mounting bracket is disconnected where you're experiencing the fuel leak.

I think you’d easily get $7500. Power wash the outside and possibly try to buff it. Peel off the worn out vinyl stickers and maybe get some new ones printed. If you’re at a campsite and running on plug in power you should be able to sleep much more comfortable without the noise and heat of the generator. Maybe dynamat the generator compartment?

You have a 3 way fridge, it can run on propane, 12 volt or 120 volt. It needs to be perfectly level to run on propane. The switch under the sink is to turn on the water pump.

What an amazingly well preserved rv. If one can get past the dated ness of it it's a really good usable RV. PS do not drive with the propane on and make sure the refrigerator is not running while you're driving. Extreme fire hazard!

You lucked out with that aluminum roof. That was an upgrade option when it was new. You'll likely never have any problems with it, unlike composite roofs of that age.

First rule with RVs: STOP TURNING EVERY VALVE AND FLIPPING EVERY SWITCH! 😊 Trust me; at some point you will wish you could have seen how it was configured before you arrived.

Randy, I am not certain but your awning appears to be either a Carefree of Colorado or an A and E awning. In either case, there should be a long metal rad with a hook in the end that engages the travel locks on either end of the top of the awning - then with the awning released from its secure travel position it is pulled open (there should be a fabric pull strap near the center of the awning that the hook on the metal rod can be used to pull). Once the awning is fully extended, each awning arm is extended - the arm furthest from the door is one notch lower than the one nearest door so that rain will drain should a rain storm come up before you can get the awning retracted,

That’s a excellent time capsule. The Motorhome was Built by Georgie Boy and you got a well built deal. It should last.

I suggest that you read all of the manuals before you start just trying to use everything. As for the refrigerator, it may be unplugged which is accessible from the exterior of the RV through a hatch right behind the refrigerator. The oven will only light once the pilot is lit which requires the oven knob to be pressed in and held in until the pilot is lit and stays lit which takes about a minute. You have a lot of learning to do about RV’s even if you plan on selling it right away.

In all the years that I've been watching your channel Randy, that's the coolest, bad ass machine you have ever bought! Well done, a bargain and best wishes to you from England.

well we all know where you be sleeping tonight if Jessica not happy in the rv 🤣🤣🤣

I just love that you and your son got to go ahead and spend some time together and work on that RV together it makes it a little more special so hats off for doing that

It's a amazing old unit . Definitely a road trip needs doing in it . Get the all lights converted to led bulbs which will greatly help on the power draw on the generator and got the water heater and all gas units checked for safety . 😎

RV's that have driver's side doors (which aren't many) are usually intended to be used as more of an emergency exit. Most all full sized RV's rely on their side main doors as the point of normal exit and entry in recreation and travel..

Propane ovens usually have a pilot light. Usually under the oven, most often with a thermocouple that sits right in front of the pilot light. Should be a button you hold down while holding a flame under the thermocouple. When the thermocouple reaches the proper temperature it opens the gas valve for the pilot light which will then light. Oven should now work. Read your manual for the stove. There may be a pilot light for the top burners. Suggest you read your manuals for your other accessories.

You still did great at that price. It's better when they're big enough to put the genny in front and the engine in back, but this thing would be the perfect size for me. Some friends of the family in AZ had a massive 40' RV of this vintage with dual roof air units I got to ride in back in '93. I've wanted one ever since. Just nowhere to put one. Do the camping video for sure!

You need a pressure regulator for the water when you hook up to city water. Before you get the refrigerator going check for damage at the exhaust pipe for it to see that it isn't leaking. Do not start flipping switches until you have read the instructions. You might blow the rig up. Make sure the LP leak detector is operational. Ray

Heyy that's an ammonia fridge, very cool! Instead of a conventional compressor it uses a propane burner in order to get the ammonia to evaporate for cooling. Great video Randy, that's a score!

If it’s carbureted it doesn’t have a fuel pressure regulator is probably the return line

Since you need to have an exhaust system on the RV, get some Zetex/exhaust wrap and wrap the exhaust pipe from the manifold to halfway down the system… that’s gonna keep the heat in the pipe…only.

Hats off to the original owner for maintaining the RV so well. Great content once again

Great deal. In day and age, keep it for emergencies. I would love to have found it. Update cushions curtains and TV and appliances. Inside will be great. Take it to a place that wraps cars and get them to replace the stickers with wrap.

To get the good elect supply correct, check the voltage, how much generator putting out. If It's less or if generator not supporting the load of RV inner light Fridge etc. change generator carbon bushing or carbon. See the video on KZfaq how to change it. You probably know how to do all. We all Love your old school RV. Stay always blessed Randy and family Amen

Randy, be careful of carbon dioxide poisoning, always vent the top when running the generator

Randy, on that awning, there should be a metal rod with a bend at the end that you can pull the awning down with. In the middle of the awning there should be a loop to grab and pull down. You need to loosen the 2 knobs on each leg of the awning and pull down. There are also latches that you release to jack the awning up higher. The legs can also fold out for a conventional awning but I never pull them out. Hope this helps! Nice rv!

Some people find the hum and vibration of the generator to be soothing and puts them to sleep. As for the gas leak, if it’s that far back it’s not going to catch on fire from the exhaust temperature but still needs to be fixed asap for obvious reasons

That's a great deal for an RV like this one Randy. My mom and I bought one that was much smaller than this one and it had no generator and it was a piece of crap and I paid about the same for mine as you did for the one that you have you're rv looks great.

Randy, I love that old school RV. I can't wait to see you get it back to the house ✌ I'm watching the video now. thats a great motorhome Randy, I love it 👍

Love it. Gotta be one of the best. Love how the channel has been changing and growing. Hope your uncle is doing good. Looking forward to an update on the house buying and maybe remodeling it. Keep up the hard work Randy. You have come a long way

Nice to see ya got the old top back into fighting shape. Doesn't look like a ton of work before she's 48 state ready either. May be worth it to switch out all those old bulbs with leds and try to save power where ya can.

Congratulations Randy that's a steal of a deal

I've been waiting for this for a long time and it's finally here!! Super excited for the future of the camper!!

So awesome to finally see the video on this!! Amazingly well preserved GMC RV don't see many like this anymore. Hope you can get it all sorted and once you do it should be pretty sweet! Great video Randy.👍👍

First turn off your hose to the RV the pipes can not handle city pressurer. You need a RV city water pressure regulator. It will blow out your water pipe valve. Second fix your ⛽ leak ASAP. I know tons about motorhomes as I am a RV technician. . The generator will cut off when your gas tank falls to 1/4 a tank. Check the breaker's for the generator. The fridge can run off 110 or propane. You need to have your RV level for the fridge to properly work. Also consider switching all the lights to LED. 2700 is a great deal you can easily get 8000 - 20,000 for her a good median price is around 14k. If you sell it. list it for 20k let them talk you down to 14k. No less. Good luck Randy

Randy the RV looks awesome keep up the good work 👍🏻

Jessica is not amused because she has to clean the interior of the motor home to get it ready to go camping. It is a lot of work.

I was excited for this video. I grew up having an RV similar to this one minus the awning! There were a few things we couldn’t use in ours as well! Neat seeing this one come to life!

Can't wait until you fix the fuel tank 👍👌well done

Good luck on your new adventure can’t wait to see what you do with it enjoy!!

The 1987 GMC P30 is a decent RV. Good luck 😊

Former owner of a Chevrolet chassis RV here. Your power steering belt is vital, it gives your brakes power. Hydroboost. To the fuel end, just dont fill it as full and you'll be ok

I have been a follower ofRandy’s channel for quite q long time. I have noticed recently how much he really loves vehicles. It doesn’t matter if it is a state of the art Cameron or a run of the mill 1989 Honda sedan. He loves them all and this is what makes his channel so special.

To vintage motor home enthusiasts, yes, we do exist, that is one of the Holy Grail's and what you paid for it was an incredible deal. A mint , low mileage' motor home with all the original appliances in working condition. Original paint is in good condition and the roof is like new. Price is fantastic and I would think it is worth the $7,500 Edward Quinn mentioned. Looking forward to seeing more of it.

That alpine air purifier is not cheap. I use to sell the bigger ones years ago. Keep that thing. They work amazing

Randy, I love this camper. I haven’t shown my wife this video, but I know she’d love the hell out of it!!! Great video!! If I could, I’d buy this camper from you.

What a great purchase. Well done. I live in New Zealand and would love this vehicle. Thanks Randy. Keep on posting. I've been laughing along with you for such a long time now. Keep it up

Loving your videos lately man keep up the good work 💪

Install longer windshield wiper blades. I always install longer than specified. Works better.

There is a lever on the end of the awning roll and there should be a long hook in the camper to do all of this with, then there should be a loop hanging down a little in the middle of the Awning reel, pull that and the awning will roll out, then you slide the ends out to put the Awning up. Yes I know what I am talking about, I have been around campers all my life and I am now 60 years old.

Most RV generators require at least a 1/4 tank of gas to start, and run. It keeps you from being stranded if you are camping out in the woods running the generator. There is usually an inside start switch on the dash to the left of the steering wheel.

I had to replace the float bowl on my carb on the generator every few years to maintain idle etc...

Motorhomes are weird - the chassis is built by GMC and delivered to the RV manufacturer in 1986, so it's a 1986 chassis. But the chassis sits at the RV plant, often for several months or more, until the unit is built. So the RV is now a 1987 model but with a 1986 chassis.

You inspired me to get into cheap auction cars and I’ve bought a few. Now you’re gonna get me into looking for RVs too, I love this.

It's been 30+ years, but turn the black knobs to free the awning and lift up to free the top (one person at each end). Then pull the top portion out. Bottom stay attached to the RV. The awning should unroll. Once all the way down, there should be arms to hold the awning out. Then lift the arms up and tighten the black knobs to hold the awning up.

Hell randy, just drive it till the wheels fall off which probably won't be far doen the road lol. Just kidding. I love you man but you do buy some crazy stuff sometimes which is why you're my favorite youtuber. I love your videos and good luck with the rv

Reward your loyal subscribers with a free night's stay in the RV.

Randy, good purchase. You should change all the light bulbs to LEDs to reduce heat and power consumption. Plug the RV into power from your house. Most folks only use the genset when absolutely necessary. Do some "camping" in the backyard until you are comfortable with all the systems and how to run them. But most of all => Have Fun!

My envy level is off the scale, I admit it! Please enjoy that rig for us. The generator works, not much need to replace it, but if you do, consider painting the roof white and instilling solar panels and a solar generator. I could live in that thing permanently.

Been loving the new content Randy that things a beast! 👍

Very cool! Glad u got everything working & hope u can fix the gas leak 😊

Brilliant motor, my first job in 1988 was working on US cars and RV’s. What a steel of a price.

It’s worth the money to do the right thing. What comes around goes around. Love the videos. Your are very positive and honest. Thanks

Hey Randy, i’m a loyal subscriber really appreciate your channel! sorry to throw water on your parade! I appreciate and respect your automotive knowledge and skills! however there are so many things that need to be done to an older RV and this is way out of your wheelhouse! you should check out Daves RV life and see what $2500 could get you! before you pay that you need to know the condition of so many things! The refrigerator is extremely expensive replacement if necessary! The black and gray water tanks, The roof air, furnace, generator, check for leaks, any mold or leaks in the floors, bathroom shower toilet. Etc,

Now this is a pristine older style RV. Many ones I find now are just falling apart.

You got an amazing deal, one, if you have to go far to pick up other vehicles they pull great. But the oven, it has a safety, you have to push the button in where it says light or pilot. Only pilot will light hold for a full min. Then when ya let off it knows its safe, then just turn up knob and it will ignite burner. Also just to let ya know, i leave mine plugged in to house year round to leave fridge on and it keeps battery’s charged. I love the price that was such a deal. Congrats

Randy we have a camper and the inverter and stuff that converts the power from ac to dc throws off a great amount of heat in the back of the camper we have, Hooked up to power at the camp site, Our inverter is somewhere behind the breaker box, if we turn 3 lights on we hear a fan start running in there - which means thats additional heat in the back of the rv as well if this one has one

I would upgrade that Rv into my own mobile man cave.

All we need now is to park it in the middle of nowhere and get to work 😂😂😂

Congratulations on this RV. It is awesome. I wish you best of luck with it. Looks good. I like that you go after the old and often forgotten . Best of luck in the future with it.

No lie that RV gives 2012 vibe the movie when the weather guy camped in the RV on a mountain

Hello Randy. The 1987 P30 GMC is a decent RV. Good luck on the drive home. Can't wait to see more videos on it.

what did you do to get the power to stay on? this rv is so awesome, and i would love to see you camo out in it. i would love to have something like that, a nice old school one just like that! great job!

That’s a great looking vintage beast Randy. I think it was a solid purchase. If you want to cut back on heat swap out to LED bulbs that’ll help a lot. And if you have access to dry ice in your area toss some of that in the freezer/refrigerator before you leave and give it a head start cooling off.

I use to slept on my bro inlaws tour bus and my bunk was right on top of the genny and that was the best sleep I had ever had. Very comforting, like the ocean or whatever. Y'all stay safe, have fun and congrats on an awesome score 🤟

You could swap out the existing interior lights for LED equivalent products, that will reduce the demand on the generator and will not generate as much heat as the old style bulbs.

Tint the windows that will help against the sun thats what I did it worked great 👍

At a camping area you get power from the service so you will not get any noise from the generator , very cool and cheap

This thing is awesome. Glad everything ended up working on it. I'd love to see more about it!

Damn I love the lean machine motor home. And honestly it was still a great deal. Much rather 800 but that about right Just the way she goes

Randy, great score. I am a Full Timer for 17 years now and on my 4th RV. There's a lot to learn. Be sure your hot water tank is full before turning on. Plenty of summer left to try it out and doing it in the yard even better. LUCK ! Most RV's have a master cutoff switch that separates the house batteries from everything and also have a transfer relay that functions when you turn on the generator while plugged into shore power. Also known as a pass thru relay. House or coach batteries are separate from chassis battery. Maybe not on an older rig like yopurs. The transfer switch may be located near the house batteries. The captains chairs, pilot and co-pilot may be able to be rotated , look for a lever on the side to pull and turn the chair at the same time. The back bedroom with the late day sun on it will build up heat in the walls and then radiate it back into the coach. The water heater and fridge seem to have manual switches to go between propane and electric. Todays have automatic sw's. IRV2 is a great forum for looking up and getting fresh info. There are many RV DIY'ers that will help you just watching what they've done PIPPI Peterson Gone with the Wynn's are 2 I like

Nice find! We had a 889 ford/John deers chassis 34' with Ford 460. Almost identical nose. Awning pu'lls out with strap, remove "c" clamps ( halfway up legs). Leave attached a bottom. Use the rod with L shaped end, hook in center strap and gently pull out.it is spring loaded. Once deployed at whatever angle you want, extend legs and reinstall c clamps. MY SHOULD RUN OFF SHORE POWER. If you want sell, let me know, I loved ours, wish I hadn't it.

I love this era of RVs. Can't wait to see more.

retail worth a lot. everyone's buying the old ones, way cheaper that new ones. just like a boat, money pits

Check that propane fridge... certain ones are known to go up in flames!

You’ve got to ditch the air for a little bit, get a burrito, and some popcorn in the microwave. All of this vid was KILLER!, Randy!

Time for a lot of carb rebuilds. The propane heats up the coolant in the fridge unit and then it goes thru a condenser which makes it cold. Same sorta way an AC/Fridge works just more like a heat pump does to cool the house. Delete that Cali emissions and that should fix your fuel leak. 3 D Cell MagLight that got to be worth some money now days since it still works. Hell might pay for the cost you spent on this motor home. There should be a rod for the awning to roll it out after you unlock it. I forget what bit is on the end been a while since I have used one.

Probably needs to get a charge on the battery

There is a switch near the roller that you have to flip and then it will let you pull the awning out

Yes let's see more! Especially the gas tank repair.

You need to push the stove button in , that opens the valve then light it. You have to make sure the pilot stays lit . You should have a water pressure regulator on from city water so it's not to much pressure. The refrigerator uses a ammonia system. It gets hot outside the refrigerator to make the inside cold. It could be a fuse on the main board not letting the electric work on the fridge.

you was trying to light the stove wrong in video. it probably works just a pain to light and the pilot is in the back. may have to spin past hi to reach pilot and what was wrong with power?

Id convert it to EFI with a kit

I drove a bus in the Army with a similar set up. 1991 chevy 4500 454 3speed cut away. Drove great, got us back to the ranges and back at Ft. Leonard Wood Missouri.

There’s a start switch on the generator itself just turn it to start.

You can replace all those bulbs with a bag of LED bulbs for $20 off Amazon and they don't put off any heat they also don't use much electricity and are brighter.

You are like a little kid in a candy store 😂

If I had it I would do the following: 1. New fresh, grey and black tanks because 40 year old plastic will leak on you. 2. fix the gas tank and inspect the fuel lines. 3. replace all the lights with LED's 4. take the carpet out of the bathroom and put in tile 5. replace anything propane. Number one cause of RV fires is the propane fridge. 6. Replace the tires. 7. upgrade to a better generator 8. Put solar on the roof, LiPo batteries , an automatic transfer switch between city power, alternator power (oh and yes put in a beefier alternator and have it charge the batteries while driving) basically do the whole solar setup. 9. Replace the TV and other electronics with modern equipment. So add about $10k in upgrades. Let's not forget a major service on the mechanicals.