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Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-15-2022, 02:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,531
Posted By 1987_345
"AFTER" Pictures! So we've completed paint, rehab...

"AFTER" Pictures! So we've completed paint, rehab on the bumpers, grill, spare tire cover, wheels, all labels and nameplates, and decal stripping. What we have left is some spot clear coating and...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-15-2022, 02:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,531
Posted By 1987_345
These are some more "before" pictures I found...

These are some more "before" pictures I found that still included the original woodgrain decals. After I upload these, I'll follow up with the "after" photos.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-26-2021, 07:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,531
Posted By 1987_345
Thanks Robert. I don't know what I did wrong...

Thanks Robert. I don't know what I did wrong there, but I'll try to post the "after" pictures in the correct orientation.

Sorry I haven't posted the finished pics yet, but I haven't gotten...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-07-2021, 07:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,531
Posted By 1987_345
I'm sorry fellas. I haven't been very good with...

I'm sorry fellas. I haven't been very good with the submissions. I do have some before pictures that I will post tonight (if I can figure out how!!) from before I started the restoration. We're...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-07-2021, 05:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,531
Posted By 1987_345
Thanks Bob. That's beautiful. It works just as...

Thanks Bob. That's beautiful. It works just as well on aluminum?
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 12-06-2021, 05:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,531
Posted By 1987_345
Bumper restoration

Hello Folks, We're almost finished with the paint work on the exterior of our 345 and dropped by the paint shop for a look see at the bumpers. They got them stripped and polished as good as they...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 08-28-2021, 02:53 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 25,075
Posted By 1987_345
Hi Peter. Feel free to call or text. Text is...

Hi Peter. Feel free to call or text. Text is probably better. 214-535-1665. Molly and I would still like to go to Petit Jean. It is a beautiful park, but will there be any other classics still...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 08-27-2021, 07:04 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 25,075
Posted By 1987_345
I believe that Molly and I are still planning on...

I believe that Molly and I are still planning on going. Do we still have a reservation, or should I call and see about it?
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 08-22-2021, 06:37 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 25,075
Posted By 1987_345
Hi Peter. Molly and I are still in although we...

Hi Peter. Molly and I are still in although we won't be able to get there until Wednesday or Thursday. (I know!). Do we need to mail in our balance due?
Kenneth
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 08-22-2021, 06:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 446
Posted By 1987_345
Hi there!. I don't know if this will help you,...

Hi there!. I don't know if this will help you, but my dash air has been a source of frustration since I bought this coach. I think even on it's best day, the dash air is no match for the volume of...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 08-22-2021, 06:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,517
Posted By 1987_345
Hi Aaron, and welcome to the forum. That is a...

Hi Aaron, and welcome to the forum. That is a good looking rig!. Congratulations. Many memories headed your way!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-25-2021, 10:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,077
Posted By 1987_345
Oh WOW!. Mine didn't have any part of that...

Oh WOW!. Mine didn't have any part of that sticker left on it. Thank-you very much!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-23-2021, 06:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,077
Posted By 1987_345
Thank-you Sir!!

Thank-you Sir!!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-22-2021, 08:07 AM
Replies: 565
Views: 133,667
Posted By 1987_345
Thank-you Peter. Those labels are exactly what I...

Thank-you Peter. Those labels are exactly what I was needing!!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-21-2021, 10:20 AM
Replies: 565
Views: 133,667
Posted By 1987_345
That is handy information. I have had trouble...

That is handy information. I have had trouble with my dash air leaking down for 10 years, even after I've replaced all of the components.
On another note are the stickers on your propane tank...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-19-2021, 03:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,077
Posted By 1987_345
Propane tank access door

During the process of restoring the exterior of our 345, we are replacing all of the id tags and labels. Could someone post a shot of the verbage or what the labels look like on the outside of the...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-21-2021, 08:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 284
Posted By 1987_345
Exterior Rehab

Hi to all. Looking forward to the rally in the fall, but first I'm trying to finish up a little exterior rehab on out 1987 345. I've removed the crumbling, faded, cracking center decals, and...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-24-2021, 07:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,203
Posted By 1987_345
Check out my post "Replacement axle/wheel...

Check out my post "Replacement axle/wheel covers"
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-24-2021, 03:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 856
Posted By 1987_345
Found it!!!!!

Ok, for once I get to post a solution. I actually found near perfect center cap replacements on ebay. They are one piece instead of two but made of solid polished stainless steel. The vendor...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-05-2021, 03:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 856
Posted By 1987_345
Replacement axle/wheel covers???

Does anybody have a ssource for obtaining replacement axel covers for these classic motorhomes? I need all of them. The two 5 lug center caps and rings, and four 10 lug rear and tag center caps and...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-22-2021, 10:27 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 351
Posted By 1987_345
Front seat recline levers

Good morning all. Would anybody know what would fit correctly and operate the front seat recline function on a 1987 345? They are Flexsteel bucket seats and I’ve tried everything from window cranks...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-19-2021, 08:55 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 25,075
Posted By 1987_345
I'm not sure why the post count started over on...

I'm not sure why the post count started over on page 4 of this thread, but hopefully my message is being displayed. How do I put down my deposit?
Kenneth and Molly
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-19-2021, 06:51 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 25,075
Posted By 1987_345
This sounds like an amazing event!!. Peter jus...

This sounds like an amazing event!!. Peter jus messaged me about it. We probably won't be able to stay for the entire time, but but us down. Kenneth and Molly
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-19-2021, 06:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 595
Posted By 1987_345
Hey Steve, I'm sorry but I shipped out all knobs...

Hey Steve, I'm sorry but I shipped out all knobs yesterday..
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-16-2021, 02:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 595
Posted By 1987_345
Anybody need microwave parts????

I have a Sharp model no. R-8160 convection/microwave that came with my 1987 345. It no longer operates, so rather than just chunk it, I thought maybe the parts might be of some use. I'm parting it...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-23-2020, 05:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 865
Posted By 1987_345
Thank-you Davejay. That's what I'm hoping for. ...

Thank-you Davejay. That's what I'm hoping for. Something simple!!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-23-2020, 05:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 865
Posted By 1987_345
Thank-you Air345fly!!!!! That helps me alot

Thank-you Air345fly!!!!! That helps me alot
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-23-2020, 05:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 865
Posted By 1987_345
Thanks Dan. Mine must be different. It doesn't...

Thanks Dan. Mine must be different. It doesn't have any dip switches
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-22-2020, 04:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,270
Posted By 1987_345
Brad is by far the electrical expert. Mine...

Brad is by far the electrical expert. Mine didn't have any fusible links that I could see. Would it help if I sent a picture of mine? Kenneth
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-21-2020, 02:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,270
Posted By 1987_345
It's actually a standard Ford relay. I think...

It's actually a standard Ford relay. I think they are universal having two battery posts and two smaller posts. The only difference in most of them is how they mount. Just take it into your local...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-21-2020, 08:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,270
Posted By 1987_345
Smile Project complete!!!

Ok so here's how it went yesterday. The project to replace the starter took about 3 hours but it also included an oil change. First I disconnected the cranking battery and replaced the faulty...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-20-2020, 07:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,270
Posted By 1987_345
Right. The banks system provided a heat shield...

Right. The banks system provided a heat shield which I did put on but I'm figuring I may need to modify it to fit the smaller starter
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-19-2020, 05:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,270
Posted By 1987_345
Thanks guys for all of the valuable info. I...

Thanks guys for all of the valuable info. I searched through the existing threads until late last night and discovered some interesting information. Apparently when AS put these units together,...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-18-2020, 07:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,270
Posted By 1987_345
I changed my mind on the jumper. I need to trace...

I changed my mind on the jumper. I need to trace the wires back and try to locate the trouble. Could anyone provide me with a 1987 starter solenoid/relay wiring diagram?
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-18-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,270
Posted By 1987_345
Ok thank-you. We got home safely. I touched a...

Ok thank-you. We got home safely. I touched a screwdriver from the small terminal on the left to the large terminal on the left and then turned the key all the way to start. It started right up. I...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-18-2020, 07:00 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,270
Posted By 1987_345
Thanks Bayoubiker. Since both solenoids and the...

Thanks Bayoubiker. Since both solenoids and the starter were replaced less than 2000 miles ago I’m assuming I may have a short between the key and the upper solenoid. I’ll jump it to get going and...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-17-2020, 04:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,270
Posted By 1987_345
Won’t start!!!

Won’t start or turn over. We’re caroling this weekend and may have a little trouble getting going home in the next day or so. May have to just stay here!!!!
I’ve always wondered why there are two...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 06-13-2020, 01:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 865
Posted By 1987_345
Still working on the tachometer issue. I have a...

Still working on the tachometer issue. I have a question I hope someone can answer for me as I try to eliminate the possible causes of my problem. Does anyone know where the tach gets its signal...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-12-2020, 10:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 865
Posted By 1987_345
Thank-you so much Rich for the illustrations. ...

Thank-you so much Rich for the illustrations. That is most helpful
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-11-2020, 06:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 865
Posted By 1987_345
I hadn't thought of that Rich. Electronics is my...

I hadn't thought of that Rich. Electronics is my weakness!!. I believe the voltage regulator on my coach is built in the alternator. I haven't had any issues there yet so I'm guessing that's not...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-11-2020, 02:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 865
Posted By 1987_345
Dead Tachometer

And so my gauge issues continue.... Does anybody know if aftermarket spark plug wires are incompatible with the tach pickup coil? It mostly reads "0", but sometimes bounces a little. I'm not even...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-07-2020, 04:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 797
Posted By 1987_345
Thanks Jonathan. I am very interested. Can you...

Thanks Jonathan. I am very interested. Can you send me a picture. I tried to pm you, but I'm not to sure it went through. Thank-you, Kenneth
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-07-2020, 12:37 PM
Replies: 326
Views: 255,558
Posted By 1987_345
I can't believe I never saw this thread!. Don't...

I can't believe I never saw this thread!. Don't want to be left out. 1987 345 13407
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-07-2020, 07:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,035
Posted By 1987_345
Thank-you Sir. I didn't see your post until I...

Thank-you Sir. I didn't see your post until I got to the office this morning, so my detail won't be as good until I go home to look through my paper work. But I have the U.S. Gear Dual Range...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-06-2020, 12:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,534
Posted By 1987_345
Hey there. I don't suppose you still have a...

Hey there. I don't suppose you still have a spare speedo you might be willing to part with? Kenneth
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-06-2020, 11:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 797
Posted By 1987_345
Ok I got it off and much to my dismay the gauge...

Ok I got it off and much to my dismay the gauge itself is locked up. Anybody know where I might find a replacement? I've searched through the threads and it looks like they're all gone.....
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-06-2020, 07:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,035
Posted By 1987_345
Jonathan, I haven't done any of the research on...

Jonathan, I haven't done any of the research on it, but if it would bolt up without to much modification, I would much rather have the overdrive as one unit within the transmission.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-05-2020, 10:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 797
Posted By 1987_345
Ok, thanks Bob and Jeff. It sounds like it is...

Ok, thanks Bob and Jeff. It sounds like it is just "stuck". I'll make sure the clip is completely removed then just keep working at it. maybe a little wd-40 as well. Thanks again
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-05-2020, 10:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,035
Posted By 1987_345
I really wish I had put a Gear Vendors unit in my...

I really wish I had put a Gear Vendors unit in my 345 back in 2009 instead of the unit made by US Gear. It worked fine but the module quit in 2018. I was able to find another one on ebay last year,...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-03-2020, 07:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 797
Posted By 1987_345
1987 345 Speedometer cable removal?

Hey folks, I'm trying to get my original speedo serviced or rebuilt as it has stopped functioning. I've checked out all of the cables and they're turning fine. My problem is that I cannot figure...
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