1975 Dodge Sportsman - here she is - Good Old RVs2024-03-28T17:02:31Zhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/forum/topics/1975-dodge-sportsman-here-she-is?commentId=2093474%3AComment%3A151773&feed=yes&xn_auth=noNice rig,,, even with a few h…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2013-08-15:2093474:Comment:1746992013-08-15T05:55:56.844ZLakota Wolfhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/LakotaWolf
<p>Nice rig,,, even with a few headaches,, it will be worth the effort when your done..</p>
<p>Nice rig,,, even with a few headaches,, it will be worth the effort when your done..</p> Corey, This is Randy Brown in…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2013-05-24:2093474:Comment:1601692013-05-24T16:09:50.862ZRandy Brownhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/RandyBrown
<p>Corey, This is Randy Brown in Idaho 2 years ago we bought a 77 Monico on a dodge chassis for what we thought was a good price. the dodge 440 needed completely rebuilt along with the auto trans, luckily we found a great repair shop that could work on this old of an engine; cost under $5000, which is great. rest of chassis ckd out okay or was upgraded. we put in a new fridge, water pump and electric converter thingy- am currently tweaking the interior cosmetics. we still have a great rv, gas…</p>
<p>Corey, This is Randy Brown in Idaho 2 years ago we bought a 77 Monico on a dodge chassis for what we thought was a good price. the dodge 440 needed completely rebuilt along with the auto trans, luckily we found a great repair shop that could work on this old of an engine; cost under $5000, which is great. rest of chassis ckd out okay or was upgraded. we put in a new fridge, water pump and electric converter thingy- am currently tweaking the interior cosmetics. we still have a great rv, gas mileage is what it is, but we have power when fully loaded.</p>
<p>my advice would be to get the engine checked by some one who knows what they're doing. when we tinkered with the engine and finally got it running somewhat smooth to drive around we thought we were set. turned out it had burned valves and piston we could have blown at anytime and most likely burned up.</p>
<p>which happened to me as a teenager and ran an old Chevy pickup out of oil. </p>
<p>don't know where you are on restoration, but sometimes it pays just to replace--like all plumbing fixtures. of course at my age, this doubles as a hobby--just spent the day a week ago looking through wrecking yard for some powered bucket seats to replace the originals, non powered ones. so far, they are all too big--luxury cars--too torn up---not powered--the closest so far have been from ford mini vans.</p>
<p>keep posting pictures</p>
<p>Randy </p> If water flows from fixtures…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2013-04-27:2093474:Comment:1556132013-04-27T15:24:28.999ZRichard W. Cobbshttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/xn/detail/u_32z78dfy6wa5w
<p>If water flows from fixtures with the pump, then it is doubtful that the main lines are seriously clogged. There are generally two types of water systems used in RVs. One is a pressure tank system where the pump or city water pressure provides the force to propel water out of the fixtures; this requires a metal, or unusually a fiberglass, tank capable of containing the pressure without bursting. Another type of system has a vented holding tank that is not under pressure and requires the…</p>
<p>If water flows from fixtures with the pump, then it is doubtful that the main lines are seriously clogged. There are generally two types of water systems used in RVs. One is a pressure tank system where the pump or city water pressure provides the force to propel water out of the fixtures; this requires a metal, or unusually a fiberglass, tank capable of containing the pressure without bursting. Another type of system has a vented holding tank that is not under pressure and requires the pump to propel water in the system. With the second type, you have an outside water fill for filling the tank (not a hose connection); and a separate hose connection. Both types require a spring type check valve at the hose connection, and the second type also needs a check valve so the tank does not get pressurized, this is usually built into the pump.</p>
<p>As to your water heater; you should have a blue flame that surrounds the tip of the thermocouple when you hold in the bypass. Follow the connection from the TC to the gas valve (on mine it is a copper tube), then tap the gas valve a few times, sometimes there is corrosion or gunk blocking the valve and this may loosen it.</p>
<p>Good Luck,</p>
<p>RWC</p> Thanks Richard! I think if I'…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2013-04-27:2093474:Comment:1553012013-04-27T08:07:44.798ZCorey Halehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/CoreyHale
Thanks Richard! I think if I'd tried this at another time in my life I'd have given up. I get overwhelmed by all I don't know, and frustrated at not being stronger muscles, but only sometimes :-)<br />
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I think I'm gonna have to change out my hose connection and seriously flush out my water lines. I'm hooked up so shouldn't need the pump, but I get nothing if I don't flip it on.<br />
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I really hope I can figure out the water heater. Wish me luck!<br />
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Corey
Thanks Richard! I think if I'd tried this at another time in my life I'd have given up. I get overwhelmed by all I don't know, and frustrated at not being stronger muscles, but only sometimes :-)<br />
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I think I'm gonna have to change out my hose connection and seriously flush out my water lines. I'm hooked up so shouldn't need the pump, but I get nothing if I don't flip it on.<br />
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I really hope I can figure out the water heater. Wish me luck!<br />
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Corey Hi,
I'm enjoying your stick-t…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2013-04-27:2093474:Comment:1554092013-04-27T03:55:53.310ZRichard W. Cobbshttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/xn/detail/u_32z78dfy6wa5w
<p>Hi,</p>
<p>I'm enjoying your stick-to-it-ivness! Don't understand "water is running but not without pump"? If you are connected to pressurized water you should not need the pump. Is your tank a pressure tank (metal) or holding tank (plastic)? Sounds like a good try with the generic thermocouple.</p>
<p>Keep up the good work,</p>
<p>RWC</p>
<p>Hi,</p>
<p>I'm enjoying your stick-to-it-ivness! Don't understand "water is running but not without pump"? If you are connected to pressurized water you should not need the pump. Is your tank a pressure tank (metal) or holding tank (plastic)? Sounds like a good try with the generic thermocouple.</p>
<p>Keep up the good work,</p>
<p>RWC</p> I'm trying to picture the x b…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2013-04-27:2093474:Comment:1552912013-04-27T01:29:11.437ZCorey Halehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/CoreyHale
I'm trying to picture the x bracket. Did he attach it to the pole?
I'm trying to picture the x bracket. Did he attach it to the pole? I LOVE my pex! Water is runni…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2013-04-26:2093474:Comment:1554842013-04-26T21:44:30.580ZCorey Halehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/CoreyHale
I LOVE my pex! Water is running, although not without the pump so may have gunk in the lines. Propane lines are sound and running. Fridge is good. Now it's the hot water heater. Pilot will ignite but won't stay lit. Tried to get replacement for thermal coupling but they don't make it so gonna try a generic household coupling and see if I can adapt it. Otherwise a new water heater is 450. Not gonna happen. Grr
I LOVE my pex! Water is running, although not without the pump so may have gunk in the lines. Propane lines are sound and running. Fridge is good. Now it's the hot water heater. Pilot will ignite but won't stay lit. Tried to get replacement for thermal coupling but they don't make it so gonna try a generic household coupling and see if I can adapt it. Otherwise a new water heater is 450. Not gonna happen. Grr Checked and changed all the f…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2013-04-26:2093474:Comment:1554822013-04-26T21:36:04.163ZCorey Halehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/CoreyHale
Checked and changed all the filters first thing. I think it's a combo of the two other. Been parked awhile and serious oil leakage. All the gaskets are shot!
Checked and changed all the filters first thing. I think it's a combo of the two other. Been parked awhile and serious oil leakage. All the gaskets are shot! That booth was a big plus for…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2013-04-26:2093474:Comment:1554802013-04-26T21:34:21.315ZCorey Halehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/CoreyHale
That booth was a big plus for me as I work online and can just have a dedicated work area!
That booth was a big plus for me as I work online and can just have a dedicated work area! when it comes to plumbing...…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2013-04-26:2093474:Comment:1556592013-04-26T20:58:43.345ZTom Hartonhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/TomHarton
<p>when it comes to plumbing... pex, my love...pex tubing and crimp fittings...best invention for the tyro RV'er ever...</p>
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<p>when it comes to plumbing... pex, my love...pex tubing and crimp fittings...best invention for the tyro RV'er ever...</p>
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