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Trvlngnrs · 01-15-2022, 08:47 PM

HI everyone, looking for some input.

I just purchased a 2002 Mountain Aire with 32,000 miles. I drove it home 2,200 miles without a problem. I'm going to bring it into a local shop to get a baseline maintenance done on it.

Please give me your thoughts on what I should have done. Here's what I'm thinking. Is there anything else?

* Check brake recall (Done & completed)
* Replace Brake Fluid
* Replace brake lines.
* Flush & change radiator fluid
* Oil & Filter
* Air Filter
* Fuel Filter
* Spark plugs
* Hoses
* Belts
* Trans fluid -
⁃ Check to see if Transynd
⁃ Analysis
* Differential fluid
Save old parts for spares

Anything else you recommend?
Trvlngnrs

CaptainJerry · 01-16-2022, 10:49 AM

I think you have a pretty comprehensive list.
Not sure why you are replacing the brake lines unless there is evidence of rust or leakage.
As long as you are changing the plugs why not the wires too? Look at the product by UltraRV
Add - grease all chassis lube points.
Add - check oil level in front wheel hubs.
Add - get an alignment done
Add - stick-on foam seal strip along the top edge of the hood opening to prevent rain penetration while driving in rain. Can foul up the wiper motor or get sucked in the intake.
Add - check all caulking and repair / replace as needed.
Add - check the chassis and house batteries and all connections.

You have approximately the same mileage on yours as I had when I bought mine in 2011, so it hasn't been driven that much - maybe used in place yes, but not driven much. That's an average of about 1,700 miles per year. So much the better if it was stored under cover to avoid deterioration from sun exposure.

After you attend to getting all the mechanical systems to a baseline, the next project will most likely be suspension modifications for improved handling and driveability.

There is a wealth of information on this forum relating to this chassis. Some of it may be a few years back in time, but still very applicable. I have been following this forum daily for a long time and have gotten a lot of great information, help and ideas from it. The new posts have slowed as some very active members have moved on, but several still monitor and post to share their knowledge and expertise.

I suggest you edit (create) your signature line to include details of your rig.

Good luck. You chose well.

MoCoTom · 01-16-2022, 05:11 PM

I agree with Captain Jerry on the Ultra Rv spark plug wires. The W series chassis with the 8.1 is noted for have a problem with burning plug wires. The Ultra Rv wires are expensive but in this situation you buy them and be done with the problem. This was a lesson I had to learn the hard way after scorching a new set of wires in less than 12,000 mi. The Ultra's have 38,000 mi and going strong
Tom

Full-Timers · 01-16-2022, 07:37 PM

Part# SPW8100 - UltraPower 8.1L Magnum Workhorse Spark Plug Wires

jl.kauai · 01-16-2022, 07:47 PM

Don’t forget the air dryer cartridge if you have one. Very important.
Travato John

CamJam1 · 01-16-2022, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jl.kauai

Don’t forget the air dryer cartridge if you have one. Very important.
Travato John

Are those for MH with air brakes?

Trvlngnrs · 01-17-2022, 09:04 AM

Thanks for all the tips guys, I appreciate it!

I've added them to my punch list, including the spark plug wires as suggested.

As far as the brake hoses, I've read on here that as they age they can collapse internally and prevent the fluid from returning to the master cyc causing the pads to drag. Not sure how big of a problem this is. When I drove the rig 2200 miles home from Cleveland I shot the tires, wheels, etc with an infrared thermometer when I refueled, nothing was running hot, so I don't currently have the problem so I'll hold off on that to spend the funds elsewhere.

Trvlngnrs

wolfe10 · 01-17-2022, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CamJam1

Are those for MH with air brakes?

Correct. So the OP with his W22 will have hydraulic brakes, not air and no air dryer.

George Schweikle · 01-17-2022, 02:50 PM

Trvlngnrs,

You can enter your Allison transmission serial number on their website to see what tranny fluid it had when built. There is an ID plate on the passenger side and I had a hard time viewing this until I reached up and took a picture with my cell phone.

https://allisontransmission.com/part...y-transmission

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trvlngnrs

.....* Trans fluid -
⁃ Check to see if Transynd

Trvlngnrs