Date:         Tue, 15 Oct 2013 15:01:40 -0500
Reply-To:     mcneely4@COX.NET
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From:         Dave Mcneely <mcneely4@COX.NET>
Subject:      Re: Going in for a tune up any suggestions?
Comments: To: Eric Caron <ecaron1@COMCAST.NET>
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Eric, you didn't mention the year model.  However, regardless of that, if you do not know that the coolant hoses have been replaced in recent years, you might want to consider doing that.  I got the replacement kit for all hoses (a couple missing) from one of the online vendors and did them all.  The hoses not included were the heater hoses and one other one that has a curve and a change in diameter.  I was able to get the heater hoses and a suitable substitute (two hoses, spliced with a metal connector) from NAPA for the other one.  The archives have the NAPA hose numbers required for that one, and seems that lots of other people have done it that way, too.  Sounds like you are doing a fair bit.  If you won't be driving it this winter, then the hoses could wait a while.  But an engine is a terrible thing to waste.  mcneely

---- Eric Caron <ecaron1@COMCAST.NET> wrote:
> Listers,
>
>         Getting my Bus to the mechanic takes a lot of effort so while there I'm trying to do any prevention I can.  I plan to drop it off for service later this week.   The Bus is new to me this year.  It is running great.  In addition to the following what prevention steps might people recommend?
>
> New belts
> New fuel filter
> new break hoses
> Break fluid change
> Transmission Fluid change
> Gear box fluid change
> Power Steering Fluid changed
> All fluids changing to synthetic
>
> Coolant changed last year so leaving it
> Engine gas lines replaced in June before I picked it up
>
> Thanks to people looking over the bus at summer events I have a few specific  repairs for my bus
> On the list is complete break job with new routers, pads,  and shoes
> Any suggestions for best parts?
>
> Several front end parts are to be replaced
> Coolant system metal pipes in the engine compartment will be cleaned and painted
>
>
> Thanks for any maintenance  suggestions.
>
> Eric Caron
> 85 GL Auto

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David McNeely