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Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 08-07-2005, 11:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,634
Posted By chasgould
Replacement of factory 454 Exhaust Manifolds

Okay guys,
You convinced me. I got tired of replacing the exhaust manifuold gaskets on the Chevrolet 454 in my 1976 Argosy motor home. I took your advice and bought the Heddmans headers from Jeg's....
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 08-01-2005, 08:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,634
Posted By chasgould
headstrom Headers replacement for P30 454 Chevy Exhaust Manifolds

I just ordered these headers and adapters and gasket from Jeg's as well. I hope to install the system next week, and hopefully I can kiss that annoying exhaust manifiold noise goodbye forever! Please...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 05-24-2004, 06:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,600
Posted By chasgould
I was pretty certain that this was a stock setup...

I was pretty certain that this was a stock setup from the Argosy factory. It does not look like an add-on, and the switch gear on the dash appears to be original. The ring is perforated with nozzles...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 05-23-2004, 04:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,600
Posted By chasgould
Running the engine on Propane

My 1976 Argosey 28 foot motor home has a switch on the dashboard which allows the truck to be run on the LP gas. This fascinates me as it appears that the LP gas is simply fed to a dispenser ring...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 05-23-2004, 04:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,025
Posted By chasgould
Styrene end caps for the aluminium bed extrusions

Hi Guys,
Does anyone know of a source for the plastic or styrene end caps that go over the end of the aluminium bed supprt beam extrusions? These fit over the inner bed rail, to keep it captive...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-12-2004, 10:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,355
Posted By chasgould
Univolt beast

Eurika!!! I finally solved the Univolt/12 volt accessory problem. Pay attention, Torin, as I bet this is the same problem with your Argosy.
There are two large fuses under the engine access bay,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-29-2004, 07:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,355
Posted By chasgould
Taming the electrical monster!

Thanks for your patience guys. I am getting this electrical beast tamed, but slowly. I now have 12 volt lights and appliances when plugged into 110 power, or when running the onboard generator.
I...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 04-29-2004, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,735
Posted By chasgould
Does your Argosy run on LP gas?

Hi guys,
My 1976 Argosy 28 footer is set up by the factory to run on conventional gasoline or on propane. There is a simple rocker switch on the dashboard which allows you to switch from gasoline to...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-24-2004, 06:01 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 18,190
Posted By chasgould
My 1976 Argosy Motorhome unit acts as though the...

My 1976 Argosy Motorhome unit acts as though the coach battery is not connected to the system. I can get all 12 Volt accesorries to run off of the engine battery by turning the ignition key to the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-24-2004, 05:52 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 18,190
Posted By chasgould
Does anyone know where the battery disconnect...

Does anyone know where the battery disconnect switch is on a 1976 Argosy Motorhome. I can't find it anywhere!
Chas
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-24-2004, 05:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,355
Posted By chasgould
This makes sense, except I am dealing with the...

This makes sense, except I am dealing with the rooftop coach air-conditioner. I haven't gotten to the truck air yet.
Chas
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-24-2004, 05:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,355
Posted By chasgould
I guess that you mean that the 12 volt stuff...

I guess that you mean that the 12 volt stuff should work, even when not plugged into 110 power. So, are you suggesting that I runanother test lead from the positive terminal of the coach battery to...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-23-2004, 02:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,355
Posted By chasgould
Hi Terry, Thanks for the input on my...

Hi Terry,
Thanks for the input on my Univolt/coach battery problem. Give that man a Kupie doll. He had the correct answer. It was a bad ground to the coach battery, and running an ancillary ground...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-23-2004, 08:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,355
Posted By chasgould
I am in Newton, Masachusetts, near Boston. I...

I am in Newton, Masachusetts, near Boston. I prefer to go west from here, rather than north or south, but anywhere close will work.
Thanks
Chas
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-23-2004, 08:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,355
Posted By chasgould
Univolt problems

Thanks to John, Smiley and everyone else for your help. You guys are great.
Hey John, the large Negative fuse in the front of the engine compartment, behind the service door, seems to be fine, as...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-23-2004, 06:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,355
Posted By chasgould
Univolt. Still can't solve 12 volt lighting!

Hi Guys,
I hope that someone on this list can help me. I have a 1976 Argosy 28 footer, remarkably original condition with very little after market modifications. The engine battery system works...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-07-2004, 07:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,559
Posted By chasgould
Never mind. I found it at www.inlandrv.com./...

Never mind. I found it at www.inlandrv.com./ Pretty stupid of me. Please excuse the brain fart.
Chas
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-07-2004, 07:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,559
Posted By chasgould
inlandrv inquiry

Thanks for the recommendation for inlandrv, but do you have an address, phone, or website URL for me? Thanks,
Chas
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-05-2004, 08:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,559
Posted By chasgould
Univolt

Thanks for the tips on the tires. I have found radials (Goodyears at 172.00 each and Promaster at $145.00) Are these reasonable prices, or should I keep shopping. I need six of them! Anyone have any...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-05-2004, 07:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,559
Posted By chasgould
Tires and Univolt

Thanks Terry & Rob,
I need to clarify that my unit is a 27 foot Argosy MOTORHOME, not an Airstream trailer. The tires are 8 x 19.5, which I think converts to a 8R19.5 for the radial. I am getting...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-02-2004, 10:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,559
Posted By chasgould
1976 Argosy tire replacement

I need to replace the six tires on my 1976 Argosy motorhome. I think that the original tires were either an 8.5 by 19 or an 8.5 by 19.5 or maybe even 8 by 19.5, but I don't remember the exact size....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-03-2003, 03:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,825
Posted By chasgould
Hi Brett, Tyhanks for the input. This is very...

Hi Brett,
Tyhanks for the input. This is very helpful. I want to clarify that the original manual actually states that turning the key to accessory will cause the ivolt to charge the engine battery,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-03-2003, 02:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,825
Posted By chasgould
Unhappy IVOLT?electrical questions. Please help!

Hi Guys,
I am new to this list, having recently purchased a 1976 Airstream Argosy Motorhome, which is a nicely preserved, and unmolested example. Unfortunately, there are a number of electrical...
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