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Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 09-05-2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 386
Posted By bullheadbum
Call Gillig and ask for the rv parts, have your...

Call Gillig and ask for the rv parts, have your VIN and they can tell you the part number and may even have them in stock.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-06-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 13,223
Posted By bullheadbum
Try Bullhead Auto and Industrial and talk to...

Try Bullhead Auto and Industrial and talk to Craig. I think he works Monday-Friday. If a part is available he can find it. It’s been a couple of years since I moved away so hopefully he still works...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 01-26-2018, 03:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,887
Posted By bullheadbum
Thanks I haven't been able to find much...

Thanks I haven't been able to find much information for my 3176, no manuals came with the Beaver.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-20-2017, 04:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,092
Posted By bullheadbum
I had a 1991 Baronet, and now have a 1992...

I had a 1991 Baronet, and now have a 1992 Marquis. Both are excellent motorhomes. Be prepared to replace things like coolant hoses. Not sure of your location but corroded electrical connections. Make...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-17-2017, 04:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,662
Posted By bullheadbum
Speedhut and it cost about 260.00. They have lots...

Speedhut and it cost about 260.00. They have lots of options. Hope this helps.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-17-2017, 07:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,662
Posted By bullheadbum
I installed a gps speedometer in mine and had the...

I installed a gps speedometer in mine and had the company set the odometer at the milage that that original failed. The gps unit works great and very accurate.
Forum: Test Your Changes 01-10-2017, 05:07 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 618
Posted By bullheadbum
Just checking

Test 123
Forum: Vintage RV's 04-18-2016, 06:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,969
Posted By bullheadbum
On mine the clearance lights were acting like a...

On mine the clearance lights were acting like a funnel and water poured in. I took them off cleaned up the sealing surfaces and put good caulk not silicone between the lights and the cap and the...
Forum: New Member Check-In 02-22-2016, 09:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 689
Posted By bullheadbum
In my 91 Baronet I have a propane leak detector...

In my 91 Baronet I have a propane leak detector that shuts off propane when it loses power or senses propane. It controls a solenoid valve. That may be your problem. Hope this helps.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-14-2015, 11:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,257
Posted By bullheadbum
I had some stains on my ceiling, when i shampooed...

I had some stains on my ceiling, when i shampooed the carpet i used the upholstery attachment and it cleaned right up. About your engine i would change the fuel filters and carry a spare set. If...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-04-2015, 07:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,221
Posted By bullheadbum
One other place to check is the P traps for the...

One other place to check is the P traps for the sink drains. Ours froze before we bought it and the traps had hairline cracks that didn't start leaking for a couple of months. Just more things to...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 12-11-2014, 06:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,115
Posted By bullheadbum
My 3116 had a Luberfiner filter that holds 2-3...

My 3116 had a Luberfiner filter that holds 2-3 gallons of oil. It was an option from Beaver. I disconnected mine and change oil and filter every 6000 miles.
Forum: Canada Region 11-18-2014, 09:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,640
Posted By bullheadbum
My Beaver has a propane 6.6 generac air cooled...

My Beaver has a propane 6.6 generac air cooled generator. Running 1air conditioner, the residential refrigerator and an oxygen concentrator. We used about 1 gallon of propane every 3-4 hours this...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-18-2014, 09:15 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,887
Posted By bullheadbum
Our Beaver rides like a dream on most roads. We...

Our Beaver rides like a dream on most roads. We went from Bullhead City to Albuquerque in July on I-40 I thought the rig was going to shake into pieces. I try to stay off interstates when possible....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-27-2014, 07:01 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,606
Posted By bullheadbum
I use a 15 gallon galvanized wash tub, has sturdy...

I use a 15 gallon galvanized wash tub, has sturdy handles and slides fairly easy when full on concrete. It also fits in the motorhome basement and holds all the spare oil, coolant, fill hoses and...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 06-24-2014, 09:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,984
Posted By bullheadbum
No nothing noticeable. The mechanic told me all...

No nothing noticeable. The mechanic told me all the valves were loose. The engine had 78000 on it and no record of adjustment. With 250hp I guess every little bit helps. Just got back from a 3000...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 06-24-2014, 12:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,984
Posted By bullheadbum
On my 3116 the cost for valve adjustment and set...

On my 3116 the cost for valve adjustment and set injectors was $420.00 plus free oil and filter change at Empire Cat in Kingman Az. That was about a month ago.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-21-2014, 09:04 AM
Replies: 1,304
Views: 128,920
Posted By bullheadbum
Retired and live in Bullhead City AZ.

Retired and live in Bullhead City AZ.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-18-2014, 12:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,000
Posted By bullheadbum
I have an Atwood gas only 10 gallon water heater....

I have an Atwood gas only 10 gallon water heater. It ran about 40 minutes to get hot and real hot. I installed a new thermostat kit that contains one thermostat set at approximately 140 degrees and...
Forum: Vintage RV's 04-22-2014, 03:20 PM
Replies: 6,922
Views: 1,219,719
Posted By bullheadbum
Installed a 5 inch plastic fence post under the...

Installed a 5 inch plastic fence post under the coach to store the sewer hose and 4 coats of Zep high traffic floor wax on the entire rig. I'm done today. It sure looks good.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-19-2014, 06:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,182
Posted By bullheadbum
I put Yokohamas on about 2000 miles ago. Way...

I put Yokohamas on about 2000 miles ago. Way better than the 21 year old Kelly's that were on it when I bought it and less $ than Goodyear and Michelin.
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 04-14-2014, 05:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,035
Posted By bullheadbum
My Beaver had a terrible squeal/howl in the...

My Beaver had a terrible squeal/howl in the front. The wheel bearings were loose. I had them repacked and adjusted and the noise went away.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-06-2014, 12:19 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 10,685
Posted By bullheadbum
I drive my Beaver Baronet 55. Seems to be the...

I drive my Beaver Baronet 55. Seems to be the sweet spot for my 3116 Cat and 4speed allison. Some people really like me going 55 they show me I'm number 1 out the window as they pass. Just not in a...
Forum: Test Your Changes 03-23-2014, 06:15 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 470
Posted By bullheadbum
test

Test
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-21-2014, 12:05 PM
Replies: 6,922
Views: 1,219,719
Posted By bullheadbum
Just got the defrost fan on passenger side...

Just got the defrost fan on passenger side cleaned up and working on our 1991 Beaver Baronet. We have had the MH about a month. The ground was corroded. Also located a huge ancient mouse nest in a...
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-15-2014, 06:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,541
Posted By bullheadbum
I replaced the entrance door/porch light on my 91...

I replaced the entrance door/porch light on my 91 Beaver Baronet with an LED I got on eBay. It came with 2 lenses one clear one amber. I think it was about 30.00 shipped nice and bright and hardly...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 03-03-2014, 04:45 PM
Replies: 1,630
Views: 657,738
Posted By bullheadbum
USCG Machinery Technician E-1 to E-8 and Naval...

USCG Machinery Technician E-1 to E-8 and Naval Engineer W-2 to W-4
Active duty June 1974 - October 1996
10 Years Sea Duty (5 Ships)
1 Year Isolated/Restricted Duty, Loran Station Lampedusa Italy...
Forum: New Member Check-In 02-09-2014, 04:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,109
Posted By bullheadbum
Thanks for the great welcome. Once we figure...

Thanks for the great welcome. Once we figure things out and take that first trip, I'm sure I be on here for advice and information. Thanks again. Great site. Keith
Forum: New Member Check-In 02-05-2014, 05:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,109
Posted By bullheadbum
New to forum and motorhome

Hi all. I found this forum while researching our "new" motorhome. Just bought a 1991 Beaver Baronet 35ft with 3116 Cat on Gillig chassis. My wife and I have been rvers since 1996 when I retired from...
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