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454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
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Hi Everyone! I'm having problems with my 1980 Citation p30 motorhome with carburated 454.A month ago i had a major tune up done on it, changed spark plugs, distibutor cap new battery, alternator…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by redwing Jul 18, 2012.

16.5 to 16 Tire Conversion
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Next spring I will be switching to 16 inch wheels and tires on my Citation, the 16.5 inch I got now are getting old and hard to come by here in Montreal.Has anyone had to convert to 16 inch tires on…Continue

Tags: rims, wheels, tires

Started this discussion. Last reply by Glen Olson Mar 2, 2012.

 

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Nov 25, 2012
redwing replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
"well first let me say i hope for better days, i should let you know we have a yahoo group for p-30's thats pretty extensive and only deals with that chassis.   your describing a problem that has been known in the industry for a long time…"
Jul 18, 2012
Jim Sweet replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
"I had the fuel guage problem and got into the tank and found the electric fuel pump which I did replace. Got my help from the Forum and it all worked. The other problem of the engine  cutting out was also solved. So with the 89 P30 with the 454…"
Jul 17, 2012
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Jul 15, 2012
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Jul 13, 2012
Mike and Heather Brancich left a comment for Daniel Jacobs
"Dan I also forgot .   !!!!!!NICE COACH!!!!!!!!!!"
Jun 18, 2012
Mike and Heather Brancich left a comment for Daniel Jacobs
"Hey Daniel, if you have any more questions that I can help you with, I will be glad to answer them. I am not saying I know everything, But I still turn wrenches. I have for 29 years now. As for the fuel pump, it is one of the ways to fill the…"
Jun 18, 2012
Alan Cookerly Sr. replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
"Richard-Thanks for the reply-I was working in mechanics during the Thermo-Quad era. Even learned how to replace the seals under the bowls & cracked bowls. Even tho this may leak down (I'm not convinced of that yet) it won't fill the…"
Jun 18, 2012
Richard W. Cobbs replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
"Alan, pull your dipstick and smell your oil.  I suspect that you will smell gas in the oil and that your carb is leaking into the intake manifold after shutdown. RWC"
Jun 18, 2012
Alan Cookerly Sr. replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
"Mike-don't want to hi-jack this thread-but I have been thinking of installing an electric pump in my M40 Dodge Chassis-440 eng. I haven't had any starving yet, but after sitting for more than 2 days-I have to manually fill carb float bowl…"
Jun 18, 2012
Mike and Heather Brancich replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
"Daniel, My name is Mike and I am a retired Auto and Diesel Technician, I also worked on a lot of Motor Coaches when I co-owned a shop.  One of the things I have always done is put an electric pusher fuel pump on the frame rail as close to the…"
Jun 16, 2012
Richard W. Cobbs replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
"Hi, Many years ago I bought a van at a substantial discount because it had a similar problem.  The owner had spent a lot of money at several mechanical shops, but they didn't solve the problem.  I was able to track down the problem to…"
Jun 16, 2012
Chris Reed replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
"I read through your post and noticed that you had stated, "fuel filters, fuel lines and fuel pump was changed at a truck repair shop". What was the reason for replacing all these items? Did the shop recommend their replacement to solve a…"
Jun 16, 2012
Pat Daly replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
"Daniel, did you ever figure out what the problem was?"
Jun 16, 2012
Rick Stafford replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
" Sam, Thanks for suggesting that. I had forgotten about what trouble that cap can give. my son had a Ford once and it ran terrible due to a plugged vent on the gas cap. So thanks from me as well cause that is good advice I had forgot!"
Jun 11, 2012
Sam Green replied to Daniel Jacobs's discussion 454 P30 ENGINE PROBLEMS
"Daniel, try removing the gas cap or just loosen it.  If it is a vented system and the gas cap vent is plugged they will sometimes pull a vaccum and stop the flow of gas.  This may explain why it runs fine cold but later dies…"
Jun 10, 2012

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Part Time RVer, Dry Camper
City and State where you are located
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Tell US A Little About Yourself!
29 yr old guy who's been rving since 2004, I'm the second owner of a 1980 Citation and enjoy camping and whatching a campfire on those summer nights.
Areas currently Rving, planning to RV, or have camped
Florida in the near futur. currently camping in the province of Quebec and Ontario.
What's Your RV Type
Class A RV
Favorite Campgrounds & RV Parks
Camping Lac des Pins in Ormstown Quebec
Valcartier Campground near Quebec City
Glengarry Park Lancaster Ontario

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At 8:12pm on June 18, 2012, Mike and Heather Brancich said…

Dan I also forgot .   !!!!!!NICE COACH!!!!!!!!!!

At 8:11pm on June 18, 2012, Mike and Heather Brancich said…

Hey Daniel, if you have any more questions that I can help you with, I will be glad to answer them. I am not saying I know everything, But I still turn wrenches. I have for 29 years now. As for the fuel pump, it is one of the ways to fill the carburetor after sitting. But that is not the problem. The problem is that the bowl is leaking down when the engine is off. I would almost bet that you smell raw fuel after you turn off the engine. Within 1 hour you probably leak out a teaspoon of fuel into the intake. If this is the case, you should either have the carb rebuilt and/or replace it. I know that it is easier to replace and cheaper to rebuild. But when you buy from O'rieys you do get a warranty. I myself like to rebuild, so I know what is put into it.   Hope you find the problem.    Mike


  

At 8:08am on February 29, 2012, Rick & Judy Parry said…

Hi Dan,  The conversion tire size is LT225/75R16, LT is Light Truck, P is passenger, P cannot handle the wieght. If you are buying used rims make sure they fit as the size of the center hole has changed, also rims from other makes ie Ford could fit too, always trial fit them dont take anyones "yeh Im shur they will fit". Also you could go to a 19.5 rim and low profile tire but the cost would be muck higher. Just remember the height of the tire on rim must be the same as your current 16.5 to keep everything equal ( gearing & speedo). If Im going to redo my Winn again I to have to change rims to 16 also. I hope this helps if you have any other questions feel free to ask.   chat soon   Rick

PS really nice looking unit

At 6:20pm on February 28, 2012, Curtis Williams said…

Hey Daniel. Thanks for the reply. Being in the southern U.S. No AC would be a killer. I don't think I have seen a coach like yours. I'll say again.Sure looks nice.

At 2:42pm on February 28, 2012, Pat Daly said…

Rick and Daniel, would appreciate your posting what you find out in our Forum on this tire size issue so we can learn from it. Lots of others have come across the same problem and I sure don't know the proper answer.  Thanks!

At 10:51am on February 28, 2012, Curtis Williams said…

Good morning Daniel. Nice coach. Looks show room new. I don't see an AC unit. Just a little tip. Stay away from web site , Antique Motor Homes. It will flood you with porn spam. I have a 1985 Sports coach III. Have had 2 other coaches. These older coaches sure built better than most of the new ones.

At 9:13am on February 28, 2012, Rick & Judy Parry said…

Hi Dan, If you get me your current tire size I will check with my son for the proper size conversion, he is a custom tire and wheel guy at a shop in Bracebridge Ont.   Rick

At 8:35pm on February 27, 2012, Pat Daly said…

Hmmm, we have not done the. Let's see, smaller diameter rims/tires will certainly fit within wheel wells with no problems and tires will be readily available. Smaller diameter will spin faster so gear rations and speedometer will be affected I think. Perhaps less power from "taller" gearing?

What do you think folks?

At 3:39am on January 18, 2012, Donna & Jim Frederick said…

Where do you plan on going in FL.  I live in the pan handle just outside Panama City.  I like your camper.  very nice.  We have 2 vintage.  Pics are on my page.  We are attending the Tin Can Tourist rally in Cedar Keys next week.  I also love your light.  Did you make it and do you have instructions?  Maybe we might see each other in the future.  We have a good friend into vintage that is about your age.  He heads up the TCT in our area.  He is our guru of vintage campers.

 

 
 
 

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