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Van & Cheryl's 89 model 15

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Re: Van & Cheryl's 89 model 15

Post by rusty »

Looking Good Van Thanks for the update.

Thank You Wayne
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Re: Van & Cheryl's 89 model 15

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Looking Goood Buddy , Been wondering where the heck you been, Now I see you have been busy. If I might add a bit of advice fwiw :D On your awning arms go to napa and by a couple of clamps and a peice of rubber hose and clamp those arms in place when your underway . I had that kind of awning and thought that the clamps that came with it would do the job .However going thru wyo once I had a ulgy suprize anyway just a thought LOOKS GREAT ( eating a Elaphant one bite at a time lol
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Looks great Van, lot of upgrades in a short time.

How is working the "new" engine? enough power on the hills?
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Re: Van & Cheryl's 89 model 15

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Thanks Andy, I know exactly what you mean, and have a close eye on it, so far it is pretty stable @ 65-70 mph and have put strips of velcro wrapped around them, thanks
Julio, I have noticed an increase of power on the flats, on the grades here pretty much the norm for the 6v92 40-45 mph , also have close to 2000mi so far,so good, with the temperatures staying in the 180's which is great. good oil pressure, turbo boost seems to be a bit off I guess, coming in around 10 pounds. Now if only I can land that 100 K job I have been searching for :lol: so I can square off my debts, and maybe look into a total rebuild of the engine, oh well maybe tomorrow... but some day :D , thanks all! ;)
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Re: Van & Cheryl's 89 model 15

Post by Sunchaser Art »

All right Van & Cheryl--you're on a roll now. It's really looking good. . .one day you'll look back at the tape on the floor pictures and be amazed at how far you took it!

Keep up the good work.

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Art, you are probably right about that :D , I am still in shock that we actually own an Eagle, and that this dream has become a reality. I think it is only fair to mention, with out the help of some of the club members, we would have been up doo doo creek with out a paddle by now :lol: members such as Dave St John(Dave I haven't forgot ya buddy ;) ) for providing the 692 we have now,which without it, the bus would just be another tin shed in Clifford yard, Clifford, who unselfishly provided a space in which to store the beast as well as the crash coarse on every thing Eagle, which made it possible to patch its broken wings and fly once more . the list goes on, and on and I don't wish to embarrass folk, as most are modest , but you guys are the best! :D all the best! Well time for another bite of the elephants rump LOL, now back to work! :lol: :lol:
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VAN... WOW !!! You Are Busting Some Butt !!! Havent Been Around For Sometime. I Also Am Busy'r Than A One Armed Paper Hanger....

Your Bus Is Looking Great. I Know How Much You Love Your Feathered Friend. I Like It To.

Say Hello To The Better Half

Modulate Later

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Re: Van & Cheryl's 89 model 15

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A-four! :D Thanks a bunch for the thumbs up ;) Da misses says how'de , boy It's been a long road thus far, and it just started. We gonna have to double, no tripple time to catch up to where you guys are at :cry: :cry:

Catch ya on the flip :D
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Re: Van & Cheryl's 89 model 15

Post by ericbsc »

Looking pretty good for a guy that was ready to dump the old gal a while back!!!! You have come a long way!! I can see you parked on the lake at Santee next year!! P.S. We gotta get you a nice red fabric for that awning to match the bus. :D
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Re: Van & Cheryl's 89 model 15

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Thanks Eric, yea the fabric could use a color change for sure,maybe something in a Crimson red :lol: :lol: . I am very fortunate to have an awning though. We look forward to the day we can mosey on over to the right coast and enjoy our selves, won't be long now :D :D
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