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msgross 07-06-2009 02:33 PM

Bought a F@RD!, big block EFI 460 1-ton... "PROJECT COUSIN EDDIE"
 
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would sound more exciting if it was a 4x4 crewcab but this baby is gonna haul the family for the next few years... 1993 Passport by Cobra, 37,000mi one owner for $4800... Does have some roof rot in the upper passenger nose cone but that will be a winter project... New brakes, great tires, CC, AC (needs recharged), 4,000 watt Onan generator with 13 hours on the meter, stove and microwave never used, fridge and frezer (AC or LP), shower, toilet, full bed in back and over sleeper, couch and dining area turn into beds, swivel chair behind pass seat, awning and other parts included. Couldn't turn it down... Thanks Big Al for the carfax...

63 & 64 Bowties 07-06-2009 02:36 PM

Re: Buying a F@RD!, big block EFI 460 1-ton...
 
Nice score. 4800, what a buy. Where'd you find it?

msgross 07-06-2009 02:38 PM

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craigslist, momma actually found it...

Josh 07-06-2009 10:47 PM

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craigslist is evil... Looks like a nice setup. The family will love it, our kids beg us to go camping in the travel trailer all the time.

msgross 07-06-2009 10:53 PM

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it is evil.. especially if it's local crap for sale!

special-K 07-07-2009 09:18 PM

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Nice move.Your family will love it.

msgross 07-07-2009 10:22 PM

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Thanks Tim, it might come in handy at a local car show... say.. Carlisle???

Looks like i'm in for a total roof replacement though. After more inspection up top its got some soft spot and the original rubber is dry rotted... Had I known it was that bad I would have asked for another $500 off, since the roof alone is about $700 in product and tons of hours in labor. I think that I can tackle it myself. Now I just have to find some overhead cover to house this beast...

68C15 07-08-2009 08:37 PM

Re: Bought a F@RD!, big block EFI 460 1-ton... "PROJECT COUSIN EDDIE"
 
your motorhome and my boat. two completely different creatures but both have the same curse. has the "new purchase grin" wore off yet? mine turned to a frown on day 5.

88JRFAN 07-08-2009 09:09 PM

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Looks like it should be a load of fun. Camping and fixing it. Enjoy whatever you do with it.

big_al_71 07-08-2009 09:13 PM

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looks really good mike...Im glad I could help...

msgross 07-08-2009 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by 68C15 (Post 3401833)
your motorhome and my boat. two completely different creatures but both have the same curse. has the "new purchase grin" wore off yet? mine turned to a frown on day 5.

gron wore off a little on day 1 when I realized that my 250 lbs butt better not stand on the soggy roof!

buddy is recharging the r12 AC system while I'm gone this week. also found a good plan for overhead cover( which my township requires) a 12x30 tall tarped carport. will keep the snow off And allow me to do the repAir at home

68C15 07-09-2009 06:19 AM

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I'd be interested in seeing these canopy plans. I may need to do something as well.

msgross 07-09-2009 07:18 AM

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the canopy is made from 1 5/8 pole used for chain link fencing and a large tarp. so far I've only found kits online. I'm on the road using my iPhone so searching is a pain

71blksuper4x4 07-09-2009 10:13 AM

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That there's an R.V. Clark!

msgross 07-09-2009 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4 (Post 3403098)
That there's an R.V. Clark!

But, don't you go falling in love with it now, because, we're taking it with us when we leave here next month!!!!!


jaros44sr 07-09-2009 11:50 AM

Re: Bought a F@RD!, big block EFI 460 1-ton... "PROJECT COUSIN EDDIE"
 
Lots of luck with the new purchase, our family always had a great time camping and such, hope the same happens to your family.

That is my alltime favorite movie, we watch it every Christmas...crappers full:haha:

Sub-versive 07-09-2009 06:37 PM

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That is freakin' sweet!

You need one of these to go with that:

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msgross 07-09-2009 11:02 PM

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I always end up with the "jelly of the month club" instead of that!

msgross 07-15-2009 08:01 PM

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good news, found some good RV forums with build pics for the roof. Also made it to an RV surplus near my dads in Indiana. picked up a new rubber roof, trim, glue, 4 new vents, putty tape, and some other little parts for $425. That's about 1/2 price for other places that I found.

msgross 07-18-2009 04:48 PM

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well, measure twice cut once!!!!

while on vacation I had my buddy take a quick measurement of my roof so that I could buy some rubber roofing material for 1/2 price at a surplus store. Well, he must have misunderstood what I needed and the roofing is 1.5 feet SHORT!!! That's $150 wasted, unless someone needs some roofing on Craigslist... Looks like i'll now have to get more from the same company and pay shipping this time. I could make a seam but I would be PO'd if it leaked after a major reroofing project...

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msgross 07-19-2009 07:58 AM

Re: Bought a F@RD!, big block EFI 460 1-ton... "PROJECT COUSIN EDDIE"
 
hopefully some good news will come out of this.. Craigslist rocks BTW, I put the roof on CL and have someone coming to buy it today. If it works out i'll make $50 on the deal!

That will pay for the shipping for the new roof unless I decide to wait till fall when my dad is visiting, he can just bring it then.

Finally figured out the awning, it was easier than I suspected which is what made it difficult, if that makes since.

msgross 07-19-2009 09:02 PM

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well, talk about falling into crap and smelling like roses. I sold the $150 (i spent) rubber roof for $200 today! That will cover the cost of shipping out my 30' rubber roof now!

Pulled the swivel chair out today, bought a new mattress, cleaned cushions, filled the LP tank, repaired a LOT of holes in the existing roof as well. I need to keep bandaids on it till I get time to rip the entire roof off and start over...

msgross 07-20-2009 09:06 PM

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ok, since nobody is watching a motorhome build I won't put much effort in...

After realizing that my intermittent wipers didn't work and the windshield washer was broken as well, I decided to take some engine pieces apart. The washer bottle was buried under the spare battery but after testing the motor I found that it worked. Out comes the multimeter to check and for some reason it's not getting power. A little searching on the web led me to the MFS (multi function switch) as Ford calls it. The turn signal assembly with all the controls on it.

So I pulled the steering column collar apart and was lucky to find that autozone has it for $59 in stock! Rock auto was $84 and who knows what ford wants for one. I'll pick it up tomorrow and see if we have washer fluid (which is an inspection requirement in PA)

I'm shooting for a Canada trip next week so no time to waste with shipping either.

New mattress is installed and I just ordered a 19" LCD w/ DVD and wireless headphones for the kids!!!

Also ordered an Onan generator tune up kit.. man this hobby is $$$$$;)

68C15 07-21-2009 06:16 AM

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and they say a motorhome is cheaper than motels.:bsf:

msgross 07-21-2009 07:50 AM

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I here you there, count the 8MPG which doubles your gas bill vs. the Tahoe!

Maybe the kids will behave in the back, right????


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