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Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 02-02-2021, 10:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,684
Posted By Willowleaf
Jergle: The builder is Todd Anderson and his...

Jergle: The builder is Todd Anderson and his website is velcrostrip.com. He still has some photos up of my rig and details about what he put into it (the 2006 GMC "Armageddon" truck) on the page. ...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 02-01-2021, 12:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,684
Posted By Willowleaf
More interior shots and the rear opening.

More interior shots and the rear opening.
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 02-01-2021, 12:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,684
Posted By Willowleaf
New (to me) Zombie Apocalypse box van conversion

I had sold my scruffy 1977 Elkhart/Ford Class C in late 2019 -- the prior owner missed it and was happy to take it back with all the restoration I had done on the rotted interior (and I was glad to...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-24-2020, 06:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 726
Posted By Willowleaf
Appreciate the feedback and advice. ...

Appreciate the feedback and advice.

Driving one way is not an option. It's 1800 miles so it would take me 3 or 4 days which would mean I would have to used public bathrooms and stay in motels...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-23-2020, 12:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 726
Posted By Willowleaf
Advice for buying MH from remote state

Hoping to hear from some motorhome owners who have gone through the process of buying a unit out of state and having it delivered by a small dealer or private owner. How did you handle payments and...
Forum: Vintage RV's 04-18-2018, 12:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,783
Posted By Willowleaf
removing overcab window

Raccoonman, does your RV have the old style metal skin with the metal corner bead on the outside? I removed my cabover window via the following step:

1. used two ladders with a 12" wide by 2"...
Forum: Vintage RV's 04-13-2018, 11:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,783
Posted By Willowleaf
I used PVC sheets

I restored a 1977 Class C with considerable interior ceiling and wall water damage, mostly from roof leaks and a badly maintained front window in the cab-over sleeping deck. I tore down ALL the old...
Forum: Vintage RV's 08-17-2016, 07:14 AM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
JaycoEagle10: I've done extensive water damage...

JaycoEagle10: I've done extensive water damage restoration to a 1977 Elkhart Traveler motorhome including ceiling and shower stall paneling. I buy the 8' x 4' white PVC panels from Lowe's (around...
Forum: Vintage RV's 01-14-2016, 08:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,355
Posted By Willowleaf
Sigh, that is what I was afraid of. I will have...

Sigh, that is what I was afraid of. I will have to wait until winter is over and start tearing into the guts to find what this is and why it is wired into the ignition. I did call the prior owner...
Forum: Vintage RV's 01-13-2016, 04:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,355
Posted By Willowleaf
Mystery "fan" noise in Ford E-350 that won't start

My 1977 Elkhart Chateau has a Ford E-350 powertrain. It was running great through this Fall (with only 38,000 miles on it and regular maintenance). Since I have been restoring the water damaged...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-09-2015, 02:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,664
Posted By Willowleaf
other Arizona suggestions

If you can shift your route a little east, two places I would not miss would be Sedona and the campground at Point of Rocks 20 miles west of Sedona in Prescott Valley. One of the most interesting RV...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-23-2015, 05:25 AM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
safety phil

SafetyPhil, most of those diagrams are for other engines, like the 351. The third one down is for your 460 eight.

I tried to scan my Chilton manual but it would not lie flat enough on the...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-20-2015, 11:20 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
SafetyPhil, here is a link to the scan of the...

SafetyPhil, here is a link to the scan of the diagrams in the Chiltons. The third one down should be what you are looking for:

https://ww2.justanswer.com/uploads/JHoop/2009-11-08_155052_1.pdf
...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-20-2015, 11:17 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
diagrams

Does this diagram title sound like what you need?

Vacuum diagram - managed Thermactor air system, 8-460 (7.5L) EFI engine

There are also separate diagrams for the EGR and Thermactor MTA systems.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-19-2015, 03:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,842
Posted By Willowleaf
great looking

Your PVC fence post corner bead looks great! I am going to try that on mine to reinforce the rear vertical corners.

Here are shots of my PVC interior ceiling installation in the reconstructed...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-19-2015, 03:18 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
SafetyPhil: re your vacuum schematics

SafetyPhil, per your comment earlier this week:

"I have a 1976 460 Chateau and need to find the vacuum schematic in order to get those hoses going to and from the correct locations. When I pulled...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-18-2015, 11:35 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
regarding roof leaks

Keep in mind it won't be enough to just re-seal the roof if you found leaks. You also ought to open the ceiling up where the water came through to dry out the internal structure. By sealing the...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-16-2015, 09:28 AM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
Thanks, InThe70s! I used a LOT of Eternabond...

Thanks, InThe70s! I used a LOT of Eternabond tape to seal up the shell. The first thing I would tell anyone restoring an old Class C is to get rid of the danged front bunk window. Besides being a...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-16-2015, 09:07 AM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
schematic

I have both the Haynes and the Chilton repair manuals for the 1977 Ford E350 and another service manual for Ford trucks in general. I am at work now so I can't look into it at the moment but when I...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-15-2015, 09:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,143
Posted By Willowleaf
flexible panel

Get a sheet of the textured white PVC paneling from Lowes when you have to panel a curved ceiling area. The PVC J-tracks that are used for vinyl house siding fit the paneling -- attach the...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-15-2015, 08:41 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
I finally completed the interior finishes on a...

I finally completed the interior finishes on a total tear down and reconstruction of a heavily water damaged over-cab bunk in a low miles 1977 Chateau Class C on a Ford E350 chassis.

The first...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-05-2015, 08:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,842
Posted By Willowleaf
Wiw, SoFlo, quite a project! I like that idea...

Wiw, SoFlo, quite a project! I like that idea with the PVC fence posts. I am always wandering around building cenyers including my local architectural recycle warehouse to spot odd materials that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-02-2015, 07:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,014
Posted By Willowleaf
I just completed an 18 month rebuild of a Class C...

I just completed an 18 month rebuild of a Class C which had neglected water damage. The problem was that the prior owner sealed the roof after he found the leaks and stopped the water coming in, but...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-02-2015, 07:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,842
Posted By Willowleaf
width of stock

SoFlo: Yes, that is a problem needing the extra width. That has been one saving grace of having the smaller RV -- total outside width of the "box" is 92" so I have been able to use standard lumber...
Forum: Vintage RV's 10-30-2015, 09:17 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
new ceiling and wall cladding in vintage Class C

Here are photos of the textured PVC paneling I used to recover the ceiling and front wall of the reconstructed overcab area in my 1977 Class C. I screwed a strip of the PVC slotted molding that is...
Forum: Vintage RV's 10-28-2015, 10:50 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
The front mount spare stands out a ways from the...

The front mount spare stands out a ways from the grille and there is plenty of room for air to flow. I have heard that rear mounts can put stress on the walls and frame, so I am glad it came that...
Forum: Vintage RV's 10-27-2015, 08:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,377
Posted By Willowleaf
Nice '83!

Be sure you reseal that big front picture window. Leakage around those front windows is one of the major causes of the ubiquitous overcab bunk water damage and rot in Class C's. This is why they...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-27-2015, 08:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,634
Posted By Willowleaf
I sewed blackout shades for our first camper...

I sewed blackout shades for our first camper using the cream colored fabric that you can buy at Joann Fabrics (they often have it on sale for half off). I cut them the size of each of the windows,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-27-2015, 08:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,664
Posted By Willowleaf
We were out in western Arizona two years ago in a...

We were out in western Arizona two years ago in a rented Class B. Several sites that we liked best were:
- camping at Point of Rocks campground near Prescott, one of the most unusual campgrounds...
Forum: Vintage RV's 10-27-2015, 07:27 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,356
Posted By Willowleaf
Almost done with a Class C overcab bunk rebuild

I got one step closer to wrapping up an 18 month project reconstructing a badly water-damaged 1977 Ford Chateau Class C. Got the insulation put in and covered the ceiling and front wall with a sheet...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-27-2015, 01:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,842
Posted By Willowleaf
some metal vendors

You could start here if any are near you:

Metal Products Manufacturers & Wholesalers in Florida (https://mfg.regionaldirectory.us/metal-products/florida.htm)
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-27-2015, 05:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,842
Posted By Willowleaf
Yes, I have a thread where I posted photos of the...

Yes, I have a thread where I posted photos of the rebuild and skin replacement. If you click on my screenname and go to my site profile, under the "statistics" tab you can click on threads I started...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-25-2014, 04:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,241
Posted By Willowleaf
More progress on the "groovy" retro Class C

Just finished the first project on this vintage restoration that was actually fun, application of a custom set of hippie flower vinyl stickers from Jason and Shianne, the fine folks at Hippy Motors...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-11-2014, 04:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,241
Posted By Willowleaf
99% done!!!

After some very frustrating hours and efforts trying to eliminate the last of the roof leaks over the cab, I've finally got it under control and was able to finish closing up the new skin I installed...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-15-2014, 08:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,308
Posted By Willowleaf
Thanks, SMATT, for that tip. I checked out the...

Thanks, SMATT, for that tip. I checked out the Sintra product and have a couple of possible sources to contact here. It appears it could be a useful material for the ceiling in the camper, perhaps...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-03-2014, 09:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,308
Posted By Willowleaf
Suggestions for replacement interior paneling and ceiling?

Anybody have experience with various types of paneling for interior restoration?

I had to remove the overcab bunk sidewall paneling and all of the ceiling paneling in my vintage 1977 Elkhart Class...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-27-2014, 12:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,241
Posted By Willowleaf
Update on the motorhome rebuild (for anybody...

Update on the motorhome rebuild (for anybody interested.) I got the new skin put on the front "nose" over the new framing and sealed up the side seams with a 4" Eternabond wrapover, then replaced...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-27-2014, 05:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,027
Posted By Willowleaf
Thanks, Marty!

Wow, what a useful and quick answer! I actually do have one of those oscillating multi-tools (from Harbor Freight) and a bunch of various scraper blades for it. Wish I had an energetic son to do...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-26-2014, 07:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,027
Posted By Willowleaf
What is the coating on my vintage C's roof?

The 1977 Elkhart Class C I bought a few months ago has some sort of funky coating painted all over the metal skin of the roof. It is a chalky greyish white substance, looks like dried mud smeared...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-23-2014, 10:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,157
Posted By Willowleaf
thanks for feedback

Thanks, Marty, for your feedback on whether or not to leave the cutout. However, I don't travel with a dog and my 1977 rig doesn't have a bulky console to climb over so there is a lot of space to...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-22-2014, 10:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,157
Posted By Willowleaf
What should I use for cabover floor?

I'm almost done reconstructing the water-damaged "forehead" of my 1977 Class C (Elkhart "Traveler" Chateau on a Ford chassis). Although I've used rented class C's before we had never used the...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-07-2014, 05:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,241
Posted By Willowleaf
Progress: New skin on!! Ready to seal her up.

Per the photos below, I got the framing done last weekend (using all pressure treated or cedar wood for framing plus coated deck screws or stainless fasteners for assembly - no more chance of rot...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-01-2014, 10:00 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,241
Posted By Willowleaf
Sunday night progress report

I wrapped up too late to get photos this evening (Sunday) but I did complete all the framing replacement, using treated and western red cedar 2 x 4's with stainless steel and coated deck screws. Not...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 05-31-2014, 11:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,241
Posted By Willowleaf
Progress update: got the old skin cut off

I had kind of parked my 1977 Class C rehab (literally) for a month while I tried to figure out how to remove the skin and front window from the overcab area. Problem was I have no garage or driveway...
Forum: Vintage RV's 05-11-2014, 10:48 PM
Replies: 3,704
Views: 1,986,546
Posted By Willowleaf
I've wirebrushed, primed and painted white the...

I've wirebrushed, primed and painted white the basic steel wheels since that shot was taken. Looks much better. I think "new" fancy wheel covers would just make the well worn camper look too shabby...
Forum: Vintage RV's 05-06-2014, 05:45 PM
Replies: 3,704
Views: 1,986,546
Posted By Willowleaf
my "Tardigrade": 1977 Elkhart Traveler, Ford E350

Bought this from the 5th owner with only 38,000 miles on it (it was never outside of western PA or eastern Ohio) and it came with all receipts including the original pink slip. Interior is classic...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 05-06-2014, 05:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,842
Posted By Willowleaf
Eternabond?

Did you mean Eternabond? That's the micropolymer sealant tape that everybody swears by, in fact I understand at least one manufacturer is using it in their factory construction because it is the...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 05-02-2014, 05:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,241
Posted By Willowleaf
need the cabover, unfortunately

Yes, i can see how removing the cabover would improve performance and simplify maintenance, but if i do that I will only have sleeping accommodations for one person. my rig's layout is the single...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-30-2014, 10:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,241
Posted By Willowleaf
great idea, but I will have to wait until I can...

great idea, but I will have to wait until I can find a place to park it where i have access to power. It is on the street now as I have no place on my third of an acre hillside property to park any...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-30-2014, 10:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,241
Posted By Willowleaf
Yes, familiar with galvanic corrosion (having...

Yes, familiar with galvanic corrosion (having been an electrician for 33 years) . In fact the old lower aluminum skin of the cabover has "sacrificial" holes in it from the steel screws they used to...
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