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Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 08-23-2016, 05:22 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Awesome, thanks Brad. Lets hope this does the...

Awesome, thanks Brad. Lets hope this does the trick.
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 08-23-2016, 05:00 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Air compressor Check Valve Location

Hey gang, I've been pretty quiet here lately. Lots going on in the Genovese household.
I have a question regarding my air suspension compressor. I had experienced a lack of pressure from my old...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 08-11-2016, 09:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,524
Posted By bpg_austin
Paul and Tam, good info. I had the same problem...

Paul and Tam, good info. I had the same problem last week, nothing past about 50psi and my rear bags just wouldn't quite get up.. compressor was running and running with no apparent leaks. I just...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 07-28-2016, 04:59 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Martin, it is. Lots of change down here for the...

Martin, it is. Lots of change down here for the Genovese family in Central Texas and its all happening very quickly. We're embracing this new direction but it sadly doesn't include our motohome. ...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 07-26-2016, 06:41 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,813
Posted By bpg_austin
Crawl underneath and chase the wires from the...

Crawl underneath and chase the wires from the turn signal. I bet they're corroded somewhat giving you a poor connection. My headlights did the same thing. About 20 minutes and some new spliced...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 07-22-2016, 07:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,019
Posted By bpg_austin
I love this question! I think most of the above...

I love this question! I think most of the above is great info and rings true. I bought our '78 last year and have put on about 8k miles so far. 2 trips across the country to Minnesota and back...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-21-2016, 07:27 AM
Replies: 515
Views: 61,431
Posted By bpg_austin
I picked up one from a chevy truck at the...

I picked up one from a chevy truck at the pick-n-pull for about $3. They're attached via 2 bolts in an aluminum plate, so its pretty universal for fitment.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 07-15-2016, 05:13 AM
Replies: 515
Views: 61,431
Posted By bpg_austin
Tap, sorry to hear about your radiator troubles!!...

Tap, sorry to hear about your radiator troubles!! Ahh, that's frustrating man!
My radiator was pulled, pressure tested and dipped (cleaned in the hot tank) about 6 years ago. I can't speak for...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 07-13-2016, 06:37 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Yep, that's the exact coupler I ended up with...

Yep, that's the exact coupler I ended up with after a redicoulous search of every auto store in MN. I was 3 hours away from the nearest store that carried one!! I had to re-bolt up my OLD stuff and...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 07-13-2016, 05:00 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
success!

Yep, success! Yet another 3000 mile round trip to MN and back in the Argosy completed. The old girl just keeps chugging along in triple digit temps without missing a beat. The only 'casualty' was...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 06-28-2016, 08:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,567
Posted By bpg_austin
Yes. indeed. both of the above posts are...

Yes. indeed.

both of the above posts are right. Same as my '78.
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 06-20-2016, 12:11 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Brad, I know for sure I don't have any mechanical...

Brad, I know for sure I don't have any mechanical switches on the transmission.
I hadn't thought of it, but I think the answer to your question is Yes, the neutral safety switch is integrated into...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 06-20-2016, 04:25 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 45,975
Posted By bpg_austin
The sweet sound of success! Amazing work Brad. ...

The sweet sound of success! Amazing work Brad. That's quite a test bench you've got there. Sounds amazing and you pegged that AF ratio. :)
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 06-18-2016, 07:16 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Success! Brad, your column works GREAT. I did...

Success! Brad, your column works GREAT. I did have to mod it a bit to accept the reverse brake light switch. Its mechanical and mounts to the column on mine. Your column didn't have a provision...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-25-2016, 01:52 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Looks pretty close Brad. Connectors are...

Looks pretty close Brad. Connectors are different? but the shaft and tilt assembly looks the same. I should be able to use my turn signal assembly/wiring and upper shroud with your bottom end. ...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-25-2016, 10:42 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
steering column match

Just posting up some steering column reference pics for Brad.
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-23-2016, 05:22 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
progress

Made some progress this weekend in getting the old girl back on the road for summer travels.
Steering column.. If you followed my old posts you know my son destroyed something inside the column...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-20-2016, 05:11 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Gregg, that's great info. Oddly enough, when I...

Gregg, that's great info. Oddly enough, when I connected my e-bay motor to 12V last night there was nothing.. So I'll be returning the defective product. Looks like I'll stop by Advance on the way...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-16-2016, 12:01 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Done. E-bay, $28 bucks shipped. :)

Done. E-bay, $28 bucks shipped. :)
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-16-2016, 05:25 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/chevrolet,1978,...

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/chevrolet,1978,p30,7.4l+454cid+v8,1058936,heat+&+air+conditioning,blower+motor,6916

MM... part 35478 (four seasons blower motor for $46.79) appears to be...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-16-2016, 04:37 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
:cry::cry:Jonsey, great tip. Wish I had tried...

:cry::cry:Jonsey, great tip. Wish I had tried that last spring. Probably would have saved me about 40 hours of headache. But I DO have new motormounts because of the long way around. :cry:

Help...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-13-2016, 02:49 PM
Replies: 1,193
Views: 247,067
Posted By bpg_austin
Wow, just caught up with your paint job Martin. ...

Wow, just caught up with your paint job Martin. STUNNING. The original color scheme is amazing. Well done.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-11-2016, 04:50 AM
Replies: 515
Views: 61,431
Posted By bpg_austin
Tap, last summer we road tripped from TX to MN in...

Tap, last summer we road tripped from TX to MN in our Argosy. Thankfully with a brand new exhaust system. :) On our way up we got caught up in a 3 hour traffic jam outside Oklahoma city. Creeping...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 05-02-2016, 04:52 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,516
Posted By bpg_austin
Nice work Mike. I've got those exact bags in...

Nice work Mike. I've got those exact bags in mine. PO had them done. Frustratingly enough they leak. Not enough to be an issue during a day of driving, but enough to have to pull out the airline...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-02-2016, 04:48 AM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 621,011
Posted By bpg_austin
Also, dang. I would have bought that 310 had it...

Also, dang. I would have bought that 310 had it been available when I bought my Argosy. That's my kind of project. Body looks OK and mechanicals are just nuts and bolts.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 05-02-2016, 04:46 AM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 621,011
Posted By bpg_austin
Wow, 195k on the diesel and its still commanding...

Wow, 195k on the diesel and its still commanding 25K? Geez.. still all the money for a pusher.
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 04-06-2016, 10:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,070
Posted By bpg_austin
These make the BEST stories. Can't wait to hear...

These make the BEST stories. Can't wait to hear about the drive back. I'll always remember my 600 mile jont back from New Mexico with mine, and all the fun surprises along the way. That's livin. ...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 03-30-2016, 11:34 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
[QUOTEI'm surprised you drove without having the...

[QUOTEI'm surprised you drove without having the extra latch! I would have put that cover in my safety deposit box at the bank until I had a second latch ready to go :lol:[/QUOTE]

LIFE ON THE...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 03-30-2016, 10:49 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Took me forever to post this, but a massive...

Took me forever to post this, but a massive thanks to Martin for sending me the generator cover off his parts Argosy. Its GREAT. Fits right in where the old one was and the paint even matches. I...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 03-30-2016, 10:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,033
Posted By bpg_austin
Welcome aboard skygeek. Another Texan in the...

Welcome aboard skygeek. Another Texan in the fold, excellent!
My 28' 1978 Argosy has only one coach battery. Works OK for a night if needed, but its pretty dim in there. 2 would be better, but...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 03-24-2016, 05:14 AM
Replies: 949
Views: 197,178
Posted By bpg_austin
Well, being a Minnesotan I don't know the...

Well, being a Minnesotan I don't know the surround areas as well as some true locals.. :) But, if I were looking to be in the hillcountry I'd want to be on/near a constant level lake. We go in...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 03-23-2016, 09:33 AM
Replies: 949
Views: 197,178
Posted By bpg_austin
Martin. We love Austin, come on down. Its not...

Martin. We love Austin, come on down. Its not the small town it used to be though, so find yourself a nice suburb or place in the hill country to get away from the hussle. Summers are insanely...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 03-23-2016, 05:17 AM
Replies: 949
Views: 197,178
Posted By bpg_austin
Pretty much awesome. :) Nice work guys, Love it.

Pretty much awesome. :) Nice work guys, Love it.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 03-17-2016, 12:32 PM
Replies: 515
Views: 61,431
Posted By bpg_austin
I'd be driving all over the darn place.. within...

I'd be driving all over the darn place.. within about 2 blocks of home. :)
Way to go on all the work Tap! I say this next part tongue-in-cheek. (all good fun) On my old Porsche 928 forum they...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 02-29-2016, 08:07 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Thanks Martin! :) I owe you!

Thanks Martin! :) I owe you!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-22-2016, 05:04 AM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 621,011
Posted By bpg_austin
https://austin.craigslist.org/rvs/5458009788.html...

https://austin.craigslist.org/rvs/5458009788.html

Wow, this seems like a pretty good deal.
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 02-17-2016, 06:52 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Martin, I never thought of that! I'm in...

Martin, I never thought of that! I'm in absolutely no rush on the cover. I"m currently working on the steering, so the motorhome isn't going anywhere for at least a month or two.
No worries even...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 02-15-2016, 12:27 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
uh.. yes. For sure.

uh.. yes. For sure.
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 02-15-2016, 04:51 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
YES!! That's amazing and perfect color scheme to...

YES!! That's amazing and perfect color scheme to boot! Martin, I owe you!
PM sent with contact info.
WOW
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-28-2016, 07:00 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Thats one purty setup Brad. Not a dang thing...

Thats one purty setup Brad. Not a dang thing wrong with what you'll be running. For that matter, there isn't really anything wrong with my tired 454 and th-400. Does what it needs to. But always...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-28-2016, 05:06 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
AWESOME! Keep us posted Martin! With 330hp and...

AWESOME! Keep us posted Martin! With 330hp and 450ft/lbs of torque on hand you'd be pulling trees down with your coach. Not to mention all the real good stuff that comes along with it. (true...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-27-2016, 05:21 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Pulled from the net, so it must be true. :) ...

Pulled from the net, so it must be true. :)

The Chevrolet 8.1 liter engine was produced from 2001-2006 and installed in HD 2500 and larger trucks and vans, as well as motor homes, Suburbans and...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-26-2016, 06:51 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Ah.. well, at least route your dump out the...

Ah.. well, at least route your dump out the passenger side if you can. However, that puts your dump by your door which isn't great either.. Choices!!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-26-2016, 06:28 AM
Replies: 515
Views: 61,431
Posted By bpg_austin
That's an odd one. Expansion tank looks to be...

That's an odd one. Expansion tank looks to be below in the 1st picture. The white canister. You can see the overflow line coming from the radiator neck that heads down there. Leads me to believe...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-26-2016, 06:22 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Brad, I'll have to crawl under the moho and see...

Brad, I'll have to crawl under the moho and see if I can get a pic of the series designation on the muffler. should be stamped in there somewhere... I"m pretty sure they installed a fleet muffler...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-25-2016, 06:48 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Yeah, this would be killer and the combo I'll be...

Yeah, this would be killer and the combo I'll be swapping in if/when either my tranny or engine needs to come out.
I have a hard time justifying rebuilding my carb'd 454 or replacing the 3 spd...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-25-2016, 06:01 AM
Replies: 2,112
Views: 544,389
Posted By bpg_austin
Beautiful picture Brad. Man, I miss snow.. ...

Beautiful picture Brad. Man, I miss snow.. Sorry about the Kubota! Snow/cold is gorgeous to view, but not so much fun to work in!
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-25-2016, 05:39 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/pts/5401929256.h...

https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/pts/5401929256.html'

Just for fun.. and I'm not going to be purchasing THIS powertrain, but it would look good in my motorhome. :) Great combo, and the price...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-21-2016, 02:12 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 36,604
Posted By bpg_austin
Gregg, thanks for chiming in. Welcome aboard the...

Gregg, thanks for chiming in. Welcome aboard the forum! PLEASE, start a thread detailing your Argosy. At this point in my journey I'm not sure what specific info I might need in the HVAC system....
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 01-19-2016, 06:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,430
Posted By bpg_austin
Peter, I'd personally have it rebuilt by a...

Peter, I'd personally have it rebuilt by a reputable tranny shop. Same sentiment as many above. reputable, knowledgeable etc.. You might be hard pressed to find another TH-475, so I'd stick with...
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