We are looking at getting a GMC, 1962 4106 bus. We are buying it at 12k. Any suggestions, hints, tips, etc?
TRAILERKING said
06:45 PM Jun 3, 2015
Some history? Details? Photos?
$12,000.00 is getting up there for an ol '62
greenfirelady said
08:40 PM Jun 3, 2015
Well....It's been converted. Known probs are the valve switches on the dump tanks are stiff and causing a leak. The carb for the gen is missing and it needs new tires. Theres no couch or table in it, but the fridge, a/c, heat and plumbing are supposed to be good...
You think thats a high price? Ive been looking online and a lot of them are around 20-80K
Can u see it here? Unfortunately, it's the only pic I have...It used to belong to a family friend...
Why do you want such an old unit? Are you seeking to bring it back to 'standard', refurbish a classic, etc.? If so, sounds like a lot of work. What is your renovation budget? And leaking holding tanks aren't fun. What about the engine/transmission? How many miles, what is the log for maintenance like?
Not something I would be interested in, but for those that like project, it might be just what they want.
Barb
The Bear II said
08:54 AM Jun 4, 2015
I hate to be negative but this sounds like a money pit on wheels.
If you have the skill set and finances and time then this would be a great restoration project.
-- Edited by The Bear II on Thursday 4th of June 2015 08:56:53 AM
Terry and Jo said
10:36 AM Jun 4, 2015
Another question to ask is how long the RV may have just sat parked and not driven. With a motorhome/bus, there can be issues with seals and what-not in the engine and transmission and rear differential if they haven't been driven on a regular basis.
Terry
Ckerr said
11:19 AM Jun 4, 2015
Having just put a deposit on a 2000 coach we definitely understand the allure of an older coach. Bottom line is if you're happy that's what matters.
Having said that, this sounds scary unless you are looking for a project to restore. If you want something to hit the road in a few weeks this might not be it unless you got the deep "family fried" discount.
We are looking at getting a GMC, 1962 4106 bus. We are buying it at 12k. Any suggestions, hints, tips, etc?
Some history? Details? Photos?
$12,000.00 is getting up there for an ol '62
Well....It's been converted. Known probs are the valve switches on the dump tanks are stiff and causing a leak. The carb for the gen is missing and it needs new tires. Theres no couch or table in it, but the fridge, a/c, heat and plumbing are supposed to be good...
You think thats a high price? Ive been looking online and a lot of them are around 20-80K
Can u see it here? Unfortunately, it's the only pic I have...It used to belong to a family friend...
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1488249843471&set=a.1575322940244.81712.1150694933&type=1&theater
Why do you want such an old unit? Are you seeking to bring it back to 'standard', refurbish a classic, etc.? If so, sounds like a lot of work. What is your renovation budget? And leaking holding tanks aren't fun. What about the engine/transmission? How many miles, what is the log for maintenance like?
Not something I would be interested in, but for those that like project, it might be just what they want.
Barb
I hate to be negative but this sounds like a money pit on wheels.
If you have the skill set and finances and time then this would be a great restoration project.
-- Edited by The Bear II on Thursday 4th of June 2015 08:56:53 AM
Another question to ask is how long the RV may have just sat parked and not driven. With a motorhome/bus, there can be issues with seals and what-not in the engine and transmission and rear differential if they haven't been driven on a regular basis.
Terry
Having said that, this sounds scary unless you are looking for a project to restore. If you want something to hit the road in a few weeks this might not be it unless you got the deep "family fried" discount.
Best of luck!