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Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-18-2019, 07:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,366
Posted By DHC1
Henschen Tag Axle Hub Available + 3 Alcoas

I thought I'd let you all know that I have a GOOD Tag Axle hub available off of a 345. A couple of years ago, a bearing failure on my 345 ruined one hub, I am sure I don't have to tell you that they...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-31-2017, 11:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,985
Posted By DHC1
502 cost estimate

I am going to expect $15k - about $6,500 for the engine, $1,200 for a Mallory fi system, $7-800 for ignition, the remainder for labor, hoses, etc. I will not be surprised if it exceeds that number,...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-31-2017, 01:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,985
Posted By DHC1
Owning a 345

I agree with nearly all the comments here. We came very closer to deciding to sell ours earlier this year, but have decided to keep it for a number of reasons. I think it's best to keep in mind that...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-27-2017, 11:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,035
Posted By DHC1
New Tag installed and back on the road

Last fall I had a tag bearing fail on the 345, destroying the hub, and leading to a new tag axle. It has been a journey....

I am still looking for a 10-bolt hub, in the mean time I have had...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-06-2016, 09:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,737
Posted By DHC1
Brad - I agree, none to be found so I'll start up...

Brad - I agree, none to be found so I'll start up under the dash and see if I can trace it to its end. The shop had wired it such that the solenoid was always energized and the house and chassis...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-06-2016, 12:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 836
Posted By DHC1
Anyone know the Alcoa Wheel Specification?

I am going to put a new tag on my 345 and since the hub is ruined and only 8 bolt hubs are available I have found a manufacturer that can make a wheel that closely resembles the Alcoas, i.e. 8 bolts...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-05-2016, 04:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,737
Posted By DHC1
Made some progress, cleaned out the evaporator...

Made some progress, cleaned out the evaporator box from the inside with compressed air and a vacuum, cleared the drain hose. Replaced the motor in the non-functioning shower fan, works a treat now. ...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-04-2016, 07:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,737
Posted By DHC1
No problem - right now it's the least of my...

No problem - right now it's the least of my conundrums! Thanks for the input.
Forum: Airstream Motorhome Forums 09-04-2016, 07:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,961
Posted By DHC1
I love our 345, however, if we had available a 30...

I love our 345, however, if we had available a 30 or 31 in the same condition I would have likely gone that route. Having just had a tag axle wheel bearing go south and ruin the spindle and hub I...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-04-2016, 06:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,737
Posted By DHC1
My dash air was inop as well, I recharged it with...

My dash air was inop as well, I recharged it with Red-Tek refrigerant and it's been great since then. We have a '78 GMC as well and when we got that the dash air was also inop, and again the Red-Tek...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-04-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,737
Posted By DHC1
Exactly the same evap box. The "fresh" air comes...

Exactly the same evap box. The "fresh" air comes in from the bottom. The flap looks factory to me, the rubber bits holding it closed are definitely not. but no actuator or other way of remote...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-04-2016, 02:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,737
Posted By DHC1
Interesting on the voltmeter indication in...

Interesting on the voltmeter indication in relation to the temp gauge - my VM has always read low, i.e. 11-12.5 volts, usually <12. I haven't worried about it since I know I'm charging fine and have...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-04-2016, 02:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,737
Posted By DHC1
Brad - thanks, very helpful. I have a 1987...

Brad - thanks, very helpful.

I have a 1987 345 - added to profile.

I did just pull the interior vent cover and there is a bit of crud in there that I'll clean out, not a lot and the drain hole...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-04-2016, 01:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,737
Posted By DHC1
Now that I'm down for the moment - Projects

Since I'm waiting on a tag and to resolve the hub issue, I'll get to a few projects that have been on the list for a bit. If anyone has some insight into the following, I'd be grateful for some...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-04-2016, 12:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 800
Posted By DHC1
Brad, That's a thought that I had as well. A...

Brad,
That's a thought that I had as well. A long time ago I worked in a machine shop where we welded crankshafts all the time and thought about that same process here.

If anyone has had some...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 09-03-2016, 05:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 800
Posted By DHC1
Well, bummer, need a Henschen 10 bolt hub

I fried a bearing and the hub on my tag last week. If anyone has a serviceable hub, I'd gratefully buy it!

Otherwise, looking for advice from anyone that has replaced with other options.
...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-02-2016, 04:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 890
Posted By DHC1
You guy are correct. after further looking they...

You guy are correct. after further looking they are electric without an air side. Not sure worth the effort to fix when a couple of Fiamm's will honk the hair off your head if you're in front of...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-30-2016, 06:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 890
Posted By DHC1
Noob airhorn question

I have air horns on my 345.... but I have no idea where that "button" to activate them is, I presume it's different than the horn button in the center of the wheel - regular horns work fine.
...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-24-2015, 06:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 879
Posted By DHC1
My winter plan is to get as much converted to LED...

My winter plan is to get as much converted to LED as I can for all the good reasons. I am sure the bulb went or that the socket needs a good clean.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-24-2015, 06:45 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
@Tevake That was my gut feel regarding the RV...

@Tevake
That was my gut feel regarding the RV places. I'll do some looking around.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-24-2015, 06:42 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
The hubs,wheels and tires stayed cool during the...

The hubs,wheels and tires stayed cool during the trip. Hub were 10-15 degrees warmer than ambient temp, tires were running 90-100 degrees, all pretty consistent.

I will be getting it looked into. ...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2015, 10:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 879
Posted By DHC1
Ok, a couple more: Switch near door labeled...

Ok, a couple more:

Switch near door labeled "Step - On" does not seem to do a thing. My step goes in an out fine when door opened or shut with ign key on. Is this switch supposed to operate the...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2015, 10:13 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,715
Posted By DHC1
Lovely. I used to have a 22' Shepherd Utility,...

Lovely. I used to have a 22' Shepherd Utility, single Chrysler. They really built those engines well, all geared accessories. Mine sank one unfortunate late November when I was out of town, Pump...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2015, 10:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 879
Posted By DHC1
I have the first, the switch is either on or off....

I have the first, the switch is either on or off. My assumption is that this would normally be in the off position.

That's good news on the black tank, I am sure I have the same setup you...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2015, 10:02 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Thanks Peter, that's my thought as well. Which...

Thanks Peter, that's my thought as well. Which leads to another general question: where have people found the best place to go for this type of work, a truck repair facility or RV repair?
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2015, 09:46 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Tag photo

This is right side, left has less lean
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2015, 09:10 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Thanks Richard, I'll have to research the tag. I...

Thanks Richard, I'll have to research the tag. I am sure I'll talk to Inland, if I'm going to do it, I really want it right the first time. I haven't looked at them in any detail, hard to imagine...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2015, 08:42 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Keimer and I have never met, and funny enough the...

Keimer and I have never met, and funny enough the day he arrived in KC, his rig was parked less than a block from my son's home (my son sent a pic). He and I will have to meet up soon though....
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2015, 08:14 PM
Replies: 2,203
Views: 368,528
Posted By DHC1
Cute! Sheesh, I say bad-ass cool, but to each...

Cute! Sheesh, I say bad-ass cool, but to each their own. I caught some of those winds across I-70 in MO today. I am very interested in your steering improvements!!

Looks like a great trip -...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2015, 08:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 879
Posted By DHC1
Newbie questions re:345

Ok, thanks for following me through the pick up phase and most of all for the info and offers of help. Truly appreciate it.

I'm starting this thread to ask questions, some may be incredibly...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-23-2015, 07:53 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Ah... Made it home with no major problems. I...

Ah... Made it home with no major problems. I will say that today was a driving challenge, heavy rain at times and winds gusting to 40mph, felt like steering a canoe through rapids with a spoon. ...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-22-2015, 09:35 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Thanks for the input - my thoughts exactly as far...

Thanks for the input - my thoughts exactly as far as checking lines and connections before assuming bags. Glad to hear the compressor is rated at 100% duty cycle!

Now the tag axle: are they...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-22-2015, 07:29 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Overall super happy with it. It's funny when you...

Overall super happy with it. It's funny when you see them on their own they seem massive but when next to some of the 5th wheels and other MHs they get a lot smaller :)
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-22-2015, 07:27 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Definitely the compressor - right rear under bed...

Definitely the compressor - right rear under bed - pressure gauge below the green arc in morning - only takes 2-3 minutes to get back in green - runs a little above half way when on the road
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-22-2015, 06:31 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
650 miles in - so leveler a work, exhaust leak...

650 miles in - so leveler a work, exhaust leak right side, heater valve not shutting off, cable moving must need a new valve. Appears to have an Allison trans, 4 speeds no park position. I'm...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-22-2015, 07:05 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
And...

Just checking pressures - front right airbag leaking instantly
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-22-2015, 06:10 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Day one down

Day one behind us and all is good - a couple of minor items to look into but the coach is running well 190-195 on temp - 200 after a long pull uphill. The pressure water has a leak - looks like in...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-18-2015, 07:14 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Hehehe - my sister is like that.

Hehehe - my sister is like that.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-18-2015, 06:50 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Good idea, I'll take the thermometer with me....

Good idea, I'll take the thermometer with me. Have joined Good Sam - Thanks much.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-18-2015, 06:30 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
I agree with you, I'll be plenty alert. Looks...

I agree with you, I'll be plenty alert. Looks like about 960 miles. As far as how long I'll drive per day, I'll just play it by ear, hopefully I'll get to make the choice and not the 345 :). I...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-18-2015, 06:12 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Peter! You're spraying gas on the fire of my...

Peter! You're spraying gas on the fire of my "what the hell's going to happen" anxiety! Hehehe. As long as I don't have to complete the list before getting home, I can deal with it. After all, I...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-18-2015, 02:30 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
I once had a Fiat 850 Spyder, I am still amazed...

I once had a Fiat 850 Spyder, I am still amazed that it functioned as my only car for a year. When I replaced the clutch, I could lift the engine out by my self, with my hands/back/etc. Ate...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-18-2015, 12:08 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
hehehe - Yep, I like it.

hehehe - Yep, I like it.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-18-2015, 11:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,309
Posted By DHC1
I am planning to take a look at the bulb, they...

I am planning to take a look at the bulb, they seem to be much like an aircraft landing light for which there are LED replacements. I believe they are PAR 31 replacements, but there are other sizes....
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-18-2015, 11:29 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Engine Fire!

Engine Fire!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-17-2015, 09:20 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
That's a cool rig. I have to say that I like that...

That's a cool rig. I have to say that I like that there's not only a lot of knowledgable people here, but also people with a sense of humor.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-17-2015, 08:22 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Hehehe - I have a 1961 Land Rover Series II,...

Hehehe - I have a 1961 Land Rover Series II, everyone wants to know what kind of Jeep it is.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-17-2015, 08:16 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
Agreed on the assumptions! As I think of the...

Agreed on the assumptions! As I think of the things that need to be attended to I'm asking about the things I am not sure of. I appreciate the feedback so far.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-17-2015, 08:14 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,382
Posted By DHC1
That's right, I recall it from the test drive now...

That's right, I recall it from the test drive now and it was working.
Thanks for the compliments, we're very excited about it, with a healthy dose of reality that this is now a 28 year old vehicle....
Forum: Our Community 12-17-2015, 08:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,080
Posted By DHC1
I also debated this question and ended up with a...

I also debated this question and ended up with a 345 MH. I think most of the pros/cons have been covered, but one I'll add is this: We plan to hire a driver from time to time and invite two...
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