GMC Motorhome First Drive of the Year

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Жыл бұрын

Our motorhome has been tucked in under her cover for about 5 months and it's time to see how she did. I went through some basic checks and she started right up! We had a nice little test drive. The only snag was the generator not making electricity but we figured that out pretty quickly.

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@tungstun1977 5 ай бұрын

5 months and she starts right up…love it bro!

@MrGMCMotorhome 5 ай бұрын

My fingers are crossed that she starts up that well again this spring!

@jeffagoddard Ай бұрын

I’ve looked at a few, but haven’t bought one yet. Your videos make me appreciate RVs in their classic condition, whereas at 40+ years old most have a new interior and a lot of modernized RV technologies like solar, etc.

@MrGMCMotorhome Ай бұрын

It really depends on your style and preference. There are quite a few out there is mostly original condition. Many are in rough shape and will need a lot of work to restore. I prefer the vintage look even as I do some modern upgrades. I'm okay if it doesn't have all the modern conveniences of a new RV.

@tomnjudychalmers Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your start up sequence. I love the fact that you showed about forgetting to plug in the coach to the generator. These are less complicated than newer motorhomes and the answer is usually simple.

@MrGMCMotorhome Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! I'm learning as I go :-)

@jime9305 2 ай бұрын

Wow, no trees on the landscape...very foreign to me being from the South East. Little off subject but very pretty...and great start up, well tuned.

@antikdeela5625 Жыл бұрын

Good results! I've de-winterized but haven't started her up yet - maybe this week. I installed a bypass on the hot water tank and a shutoff at the water pump so I could fill the lines with the pink stuff (less than 1 gal for whole system) and getting the water system back on line was a breeze. I didn't cover the coach but have no leaks, so for the second winter season in a row used Calcium Chloride in 2 stout plastic buckets to deal with condensation. I'd bought a sack at the hardware store, (I believe it was around 30kg) and this has lasted 2 seasons keeping the interior nice and fresh and odor free.

@rickeagle Жыл бұрын

Cut some washable filters for the AC intakes.

@chucktrow8577 Жыл бұрын

I've been enjoying your videos of the maintenance and updates on the motorhome over the past year. It was great to see the motorhome out on the road for the test drive. Have you thought about doing an outside view of the motorhome driving down the road? Love this home such a classic style. That was probably the fastest trouble shoot fix for the ac I've ever seen. Glad it was just an easy plug a cord in and not mice chewing damage. Look forward to your next video you share. 😀

@robinfohr6908 10 ай бұрын

Hi! I found your channel today 9/1/23 and loved watching your videos as I am interested in owning a GMC motorhome one day. I live in NJ and am not having any success in finding one locally. Maybe you have a suggestion of how to go about finding one. Thank you for making these videos! I truly love them! Good luck with Edna 🙂

@MrGMCMotorhome 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching our videos. I know that the search for the right GMC can be long. We looked at several before we found Edna. We live in a rural area and had about a 400 mile search radius when shopping for our GMC Motorhome. I would start in a few places. The GMC Market place group facebook.com/groups/gmcmm/. I would also post your interest to purchase in your area on the Classic Motorhome page. facebook.com/groups/classicgmcmotorhomes/. When you make your post of your interest to purchase you need to state what condition you are looking for (Running, project, gutted, ready to go, general price range). If you leave it too open you will get a wide range of coaches from all over the country. I would also check out www.gmcmi.com/motorhomes-for-sale/. Good luck on your hunt for your GMC Motorhome.

@MrGMCMotorhome 10 ай бұрын

Here is a listing of a Kingsley like Edna actually even more original in your general area. facebook.com/marketplace/item/670426631668377/

@robinfohr6908 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your help! I more than appreciate it!@@MrGMCMotorhome

@jasoncarpp7742 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the drive. It looks easier to drive than much larger motorhomes.

@MrGMCMotorhome Жыл бұрын

I haven't ever driven a really large motorhome but this is easy to drive. It's easy to see out with all the windows and it's not too big to get in and out of camp sites and parking lots. And she drives on the highway great, although I never really go faster than about 60 mph. s

@chucktrow8577 Жыл бұрын

Really have enjoyed watching all your videos you've made on the motor home. Glad to see it survived being parked for the winter and appreciate seeing you take the home out for a drive. I have to say that was probably the fastest easiest electrical fixes I've ever seen. Look forward to seeing more updates on the home. Thanks for sharing.

@MrGMCMotorhome Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! It took me about 20 minutes of wondering what could be wrong before I thought about the plug but then it was a very fast fix!

@bossman1974 Жыл бұрын

Looks good 👍 for a 50 year old motorhome 😊

@KB6YAF Жыл бұрын

Many RV'ers keep those front covers UP and place a few LED lights on timers to keep those mice and other critters away. I was also wondering if there was room enough to install an automatic transfer switch so you don't have to worry about plugging in and out those power cables? .....Russell D.

@MrGMCMotorhome Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the ideas, we will need to try some new methods and see if we get better results this next winter.

@BlondieSL 10 ай бұрын

Sigh. I'd love to find one of these in excellent shape. I'd prefer one of these than ANY of the brand new, over priced RVs of today.

@MrGMCMotorhome 10 ай бұрын

I like our GMC much better than the modern motorhomes or tailers I've seen. It does take a lot of work/money to keep everything in good shape but I still think it's a better value than a new model. There are always some for sale and if you keep your eyes open for a good one, you may find one that you will really enjoy.

@rickdunagan5779 Жыл бұрын

Great videos. Steering looks a bit sloppy...like mine Still chasing improvement.

@MrGMCMotorhome Жыл бұрын

Yes, she wanders a bit but overall not bad considering the age and type of steering system. I'll likely replace parts at some point but I feel okay on the highway for now.

@markst.germain9286 Жыл бұрын

The feeling of going for a little drive and knowing you might not make it back right away.

@MrGMCMotorhome Жыл бұрын

That is the joy of a 45+ year old motorhome, you get more unpredictability and excitement in your life.

@Technocrat. Жыл бұрын

Is it worth upgrading the engine to carbureted fuel injection and electronic timing?

@MrGMCMotorhome Жыл бұрын

Lots of people do upgrade to fuel injection. It is the best solution for modern fuels with ethanol but the kits I have looked at are ~$2,000 and since I had my carb rebuilt and started using ethanol free fuel, I've been happy with how it runs.