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My name is Eric and I travel with my cats, “Jax” & “Tara” in a 1997 Ford Coachmen M19RB Class B Campervan Motorhome (Triton V8) We travel about 35 miles a day chasing 70 degrees year-round since 2010.
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One thing you might check into is a performance camshaft that has different lift timing. They would not be as popular as OEM timing camshafts and may be possible to find some in stock. With the added benefit of a small increase in horsepower.
problem is, there's not much aftermarket support for the V10 Modular engine.
Then I guess another option might be a crate engine from someone like Blackwater Engines, if they have one in stock. They sell the V10 in a longblock. May end up not costing much more after other repairs on that engine.
@@TravelingMo You have to get out of the throw away mentality. A camshaft is easily fixed by a machine shop unless it is broken in half.
Traveling Mo and Mexican spec I should have looked at your guys's comments first because I literally just said the same thing about a performance grind camshaft designed for low end torque or better fuel mileage and I also mentioned that there are many manufacturers that will regrind a camshaft and even fix up a bad lobe or bearing face.
Get aftermarket performance cams. U can find them in stock.
Hey Eric. That looks like a really nice campground. IMO I would go with the Van for a while. Nice to change things up and get away from the frustrations of Large RV ownership.
Screw camshafts! Time for an ENGINE SWAP!
Hi Eric! Jax was so funny when he woke up to "treats."
Good luck with eBay and if that doesn't work out a junkyard is starting to sound like a good idea. It will get fixed eventually.
Ex mechanic here. I hate to say this, but there is no reason a camshaft lobe should just "rub off". If that happened, you have larger concerns, first, since you now have a history of internal parts failures on that hemisphere of the engine, the engine is almost certainly having/had lubrication problems. It could be something as simple as the previous owner(s) never changed the oil, or there may be an oil pressure or other lubrication problem. Have you checked the oil pressure? You should. When a metal part, like a cam rounds off in your motor, the metal shavings get in the oil, and cause damage to your motor. It's very likely there is excessive wear on this engine. Cams generally only get replaced when your rebuilding an engine with high miles on it, or upgrading for performance.
It took me about 2 minutes to locate a camshaft that fits your engine. But then I wasn't doing it for content.
I here yah you hit the nail on the head
This is the only intro that I have ever had to fast forward on your channel. Bring back the one with “old friend”! I miss that intro. Btw….Sorry to hear about the long lag on the engine parts! Least you have the van. 👍
Totally agree --- do not like the theme music at all.
@@IndianapolisGerry yea i agree. I do miss “old friend” song….it was real and organic. I think the biggest issue of this current intro is its just TOO long. Cut the intro in half Eric!
Yeah, I do the same...I just fast forward till I get to the actual meat of the vid...
@@mr.p9882 Yea man…. Artistically, i think its done well, but its just too long….
That’s unbelievable what you have gone through with Miranda and it always amazes me how well you handle all the adversity. I wish I had a tenth of your self control and great attitude. Sorry for your troubles Eric. I’m pulling for you. And I never want to see what lives in some of those holes you show us. Lol
American junk made in America by America's...
@@jwatkins5155 what are you even talking about
I think this chip shortage and parts shortage is an engineered shortage. This isn't possible. It's not a conspiracy theory, it's a conspiracy.
If you only had 12 subscribers you wouldn’t be able to have all the stuff you have or do all the things you do.
Nomand Internet is the worst experience I have had
It’s a short journey to move from laughing hysterically to laughing maniacally. You’re doing quite well for the disappointments you’ve encountered.
I like eric in a small vehicle in the big rv hes glamping.
Hey Eric, Have you looked into buying rebuilt cylinder head(s) instead of just trying to replace a cam?
Sure they are more expensive, but "seem" available. To be honest I would be very cautious about replacing just the cam, in a head that has been stressed like that. Even if you can find just a cam, and just replace it alone, you may find that there are more head problems cropping up again in a few months. The valves, guides cam bearings etc. may have been worn by the excessive play or the same oil starvation that caused the cam wear. It might be better to bite the bullet now and start fresh, rather than have to struggle with these same issues multiple times. The added benefit is that the "new" heads might have been modified to minimize the lubrication problems that often are the root cause of these problems. I think that there are upgraded oil pumps available for these engines too, that increase oil pressure and flow, and help to extend durability.
I really think you made that RV or class B really shine I mean when you picked it up it just looked tired and you really worked hard to make that thing shine like a diamond
Eric...I soooo agree with you on never wanting to use public facilities! That was what I loved about having an RV with my own complete bathroom! I always used my own bathroom! I do not understand people with lovely full facilities in their RVs and they say, ''Oh, we just use it as a closet...we never use it!!'' What? Bizarre!!
Welcome to supply side economics where they manufacture your part when you need it, don't make a whole bunch to have on hand in case you need it. Get that camshaft spray welded and turned down.
In their defense, cams are generally not a failure item .....
I have a V10 camper out in the field. It DOES run
You CAN HAVE THE WHOLE MOTOR...EVERYTHING
I'm located in northern Ohio. Not far from Cleveland Ohio
Hello Eric, Those subscribers you lost shame on them! I like that your keeping us in the loop with your base camp video's so thank you. I'm sending you good vibes on getting Miranda's parts sooner than later so we all can see your winter adventures where ever they may be. Give Jax and Tera pets for me gosh their cute :)
ERIC,
In 2020 FORD discontinued the V10. The replacement engine
is a 7.3L V8 with NO overhead cams!!!!! This engine is built for
hard work & long life for their trucks & F53 & F59 chassis.
just a thought...
!
We are having so many issues with some parts being at least partially assembled in China. That may actually be the issue here
The world needs to be much less dependent on China 😾.
This parts shortage is going to force Americans to do what most of the rest of the world already does and that is fix what you have got.
Take the cam to a machine shop and build up the lobe and grind it back to what you need. No need to wait for parts.
Have you considered getting the specs on the cam and have a racing engine builder rebuild up the cam lobes.
That was my thought. I think a shop like Texas Speed could probably mill one up from scratch., though who knows how backlogged on work they are.
That doesn't occur to most people that have lived their whole lives in a throw away society.
That’s the logical answer. Just get it reground.
I am not going to claim I found anything for your vehicle but I am a total gearhead and was even ASE certified for a bit so I have an idea that you may have not thought of, what about an aftermarket camshaft with a performance grind... Performance doesn't have to mean high horsepower or bad fuel mileage but many companies make camshafts that are designed for higher torque and/or better fuel mileage. I don't know anything about a 2012 Ford 6.8. there is a million aftermarket cam manufacturers and I would think a call to Summit racing or Jegs and talking to one of their techs might be able to help or at least point you in the right direction. And if there isn't a performance manufacturer there might be one willing to use your RV as their test vehicle to make one.
Also again I have no experience with the Triton 6.8 but back in the day there is was actually people that could regrind a camshaft or even fix a dead lobe on a messed up camshaft, I would imagine with Google it would be pretty easy to find one of these people somewhere in the United States as I know they are still exist although everyday they are getting more scarce.
Anyways good luck on your search and if you decide to check in on what I recommended let me know if it worked out I would love to have the knowledge for a future reference.
Eric, try aftermarket like crane cams or something else like that
My SUV was recalled because of a part. The faulty part will cause my vehicle to shut off while driving or just won't start sometimes. Luckily it broke in my driveway. Had it to towed to dealership to be replaced. It magically started the next day at the dealership! But it has to be replaced. I'm on a 6 month waiting list for the part to come in. I whined to them and said I'm OLD and it is my only vehicle. So they bumped me up on the list! Now I only have to wait 5 months. LOL! Give me a break! So, while I'm waiting on them to get the part, I have to drive the SUV praying it will start and not shut off on me while I'm traveling down the road at 60 miles an hour. SO I UNDERSTAND!
Also, I don't like public showers either.
I’m pretty sure my husband and I stayed at that campground 3 weeks ago on our way to KY! It was a very nice and peaceful place!
When I was 15 I lived on a boat in Dinner Key FL. The city hall had a basement that offered free showers to those in that area. My reward for using those free showers was a 7 year battle with athletes foot on both feet. At 22 I met my wife who was type 1 diabetic. An infection to her could result in an amputation. The grunge had to go. It was a hell of a battle over months of over the top self treatment. My advice is don't risk it in the first place. I heard nail fungus is even worst.
"I'm ready to leave Illinois."
You and everyone else that lives here in Illinois.
Dear Eric nomadic fanatic this is your friend John chalker Waterbury Connecticut love you my brother don't worry about nothing everything will iron itself and you were right you don't have to be a dancing monkey for give Jackson. Kiss and hug for me and my cat says meow meow meow to Jax and Tara they're my cat Tinkerbell says meow meow I am your biggest fan CC 🙏 🙏👼👼🤠🤠🇺🇲🇺🇲🎩👒🥾👢❤️❤️🌹🌹🖖🖖👍☕👋👋🍂🍂🍭🍭🥠🥠🍰🍰🍧🍧🍵🍵☕☕🍮🍮🥮🥮🧁🧁🥧🥧🍩🍩🍬🍬
The camshaft has provided enough content for now. Just let us know when you actually have one.
In theory, you can take your old camshaft, or a used camshaft, and have new metal added by "plasma deposition spraying" it. Then having it machined back down to spec. Plasma spraying is a special type of welding used to rebuild rollers for printing presses and elevators. It is basically adding fine metal dust into a welding torch, converting the dust into metal plasma that bonds with the old metal. Look up "Eutectic Castolin" one of the prime sources, they can tell you what shops are near you.
Then you need "any" shop that builds custom camshafts for offroad or racing, and a price quote to see if it is worth doing.
Eric, it will all work out. In the meantime, I will watch your adventures, projects, travels with the kitties. I think you are very talented ...it shows in your filming of ordinary life. Thanks for taking me along.
There are sourcing and supply chain issues across most products. The machine was mostly shut down worldwide and it takes a while to get it rolling again. Not to mention many are not back to work. Not just in the U.S. but worldwide. It’s not a red vs blue issue it’s global, affecting automotive components, TV, anything that uses glass, anything electronic, and more. It’s painful now but the machine will roll again it will just take a bit.
I've been watching you for years, and still find you entertaining. All your ups and down are life, and that is entertaining! Keep doing you, man!
I have 2 kitties myself, and no matter how frustrating or miserable life gets, my kitties make me sooo happy!
Glad you have your babies to make you smile!
Damn, that's insane. It's almost seeming like an engine replacement is becoming viable. Which is ridiculous in and of itself.
I’m with you, NO PUBLIC bathrooms or showers EVER!!!!!! Only in an emergency LOL
“Live the life you wanna live” such wise words Eric
Happy Travels 💥
What campground is this?
Stupid question. The lobe is rubbed off you said. So you're missing height on it. How about having a welding/machining shop add metal to the lobe (weld some on) and having them resurface and level your lobe back to specs?
Eric, have you tried salvage yards that may have wrecked RV's? Just a thought. You might could find some cheap in good condition. You should refuse payment from your credit card on them.
Have you checked into getting your camshaft re-welded, then ground back into specs. I use to race back in the day .... and could get a camshaft, crankshaft, head's resurfaced etc .... turn around was around 3/4 day's for a camshaft. As an added bonus with doing this, if there is a know problem from the factory, want a different lift, etc ..... the person that resurfaces the lobes, can actually build it up with harder material, thus extending life of the part. Again ..... this was 20 years ago, but I'm sure someone in the racing crowd could point you to a good machine/race shop near you pretty quickly. Good luck man!
I'm sticking around. I'm learning every time you FIX something.
😆 lol so true 👍 🤣
Just saying Hi, my friend take care. O and what a summer we are having here in WA. 😊😊😊😁😁😁😎😎😎
I don’t know what was scarier, the possible glimpse of raw sewage or the darn clown face!! Lol
I love your vlogs no matter what your camping in Eric! Love you and those precious kitties!!
I like Eric too. But campervan Eric is the best. But that’s my opinion. RV Eric was fun but I can’t afford a RV so camper van Eric is more relatable to me.
I like camper van Eric too!
If that ford thing happened to me, I would have blown a gasket
I had the same problem ordering wheels for my 90 gmc, 3 months later I finally got them
Eric, the junkyard is your friend. Get a set of used ones from the junkyard. There are probably tons of V10 Ford motors in the boneyard! I hate to tell ya but I told you the cams would be junk in short order. Probably should get the cam followers off the junk yard motor too. If you can get the whole head, I'd do that. This way, you'll have the head when you shoot a spark plug out later on. OH yeah, Fords do that! Ford Triton series motors weren't the best, 4.6, 5.4 and 6.8 Liters all have coil, timing chain, timing chain tensioners and spark plug hole problems, not to mention exhaust manifold leaks and sometimes the intake manifold too. Did you check the oil filter for metal? If you found metal in the filter your motor is not long for this world. FORD = Found On Road Dead. LOL
Why would you lose subscribers? I think you always put interesting content out. 🤔
'Get used to it' headline- 8/30/21 so, Don't feel like you are 'targeted' when it comes to finding 'parts' Eric
Same here, the brand of products I use, when visiting their websites all I see are columns of ''out'
and Amazon has a long list, 'not available, don't know when an item will be available again' notices pop up.
And these recent headlines tells it all "World Still Short of Everything. Get Used to It...
Unfinished Tractors, Pickups Pile Up as Components Run Out...
Happy cam shaft hunting, Eric! I can't believe Ford doesn't have them on the shelf. That telling folks something about the reliability of their V-10. I'd sure think twice about buying a V-10 vehicle. Knowing you, you'll make the best of the situation and come out on top in the end.
The Triton v10 is out of production now, it's been replaced with a 7.3 liter v8 that ford calls the Godzilla engine. That might explain the scarcity of camshafts.
I’m enjoying the change!!! 🚐
….enjoy your little van and time will mend all your woes!!!
I think the constant worrying makes viewers worry.
In all honesty I’m loving & enjoying your van makeover, travels, learning how to make everything fit, the cats growing closer, beautiful places you’ve been!!! ❤️
…..just take it easy and enjoy 🍻
Get rid of that house if you’re not happy with it! You’re a young guy! You can do anything you want!
You’re Nomadic Fanatic for goodness sake’s!!!…”snap out of it””!! 😄🥰😂😋
Eric PLEASE get back to eating right!! All this extra stress and the bad eating… It really worries me!
You’re my FAVORITE video creator!! …and you can sew!!! LOL
Oh, that clown 🤡….spooky!!!!!! 😯
Just popped in your information for the V10 eBay said they had left and right Summit Racing said they had left and right don't know if it's true or not hey thought I'd pass it on to you keep up the good work my friend stay safe👍
I'm sure this has been suggested, but there are old school hot rod machine shops that can weld up flattened cam lobes and regrind the correct cam profile back. These services still exist for out of production cam shafts that need to be replaced, so they repair instead. Might be worth looking into
I just wanted to say I always enjoy your vlogs, where ever you are, keep them coming Eric 😊
This is what is happening and has been happening all year. Supply chain disruption is all over the automotive world right now. Relax, if you had a fleet of 200,000.00 trucks that you were having to start parking is a real problem. Quit whining and relax.
The camp ground is incredible. I love the lake. I am looking forward to your travels.
As said , Get a Ford 460 and build it . Cheap parts and easy .
You do you, and I'll be here to watch!!! HAve a great day and belly rubs for the kitties!!!
You keep telling last subscribers you have you dont care they may all just leave be careful what you wish for.
I was waiting for something to happen with your camera's looking in the holes. That's amazing still can't get parts well just keep trying. Thanks Don
And that's why aftermarket crate engines are so important. You can also have camshafts made for your vehicle for a bit more.
After market is the way to go Eric...
A lot less frustration involved.
Except that if you call the aftermarket folks you'll find that they are sitting on their thumbs because the can't get cam blanks to grind.
I could imagine a basecamp somewhere less rainy in your future
THAT WAS MEAN!!! 🤣🤣🤣
Hey, I almost didn’t recognize you dry! Lol!!🤪
Lol Jax when u said the "T" word haha 😸💕👍
Eric: "Treats...".
Jax: "TREATS?" lol... Such beautiful eye candy at the beginning, Eric. Thank you.
They sell burned out motorhomes at copart,CO part,get one and get the engine and scrap the rest or use for parts in the future
This is my favourite TH-cam channel and has been for a few years now. Eric is one of the hardest working providers of quality entertainment but has been pretty unlucky with the mechanical systems of his vehicles and I genuinely feel for him and many others would have thrown in the towel. But not Eric, he finds a way of carrying on and providing content for his loyal viewers. Keep smiling buddy and keep going
@@stevejay-kw7ji I don't blame him
You might want to look at a mild performance camshaft, possibly increased torque, from an after market manufacture.
I had to laugh at Jax coming to attention at the magic word “ treats” 😂😂 he’s too darn cute 🥰 happy trails Eric
Other than the lake, that campground looks like the one I treated myself to for a month in West Bethel Maine. A pine grove, small, lots of empty sites most of the time. No "circus" atmosphere, tiny store, nice little pool. A "mom and pop" place, Mike and Michelle are great hosts.
Sorry about Miranda's woes, hope something turns up soon. In the meantime, you make have to be thinking about towing a small trailer for extra storage.
Hey Eric, another outlet for cams would be to get a hold of a generator company. 6.8L are used in a lot of natural gas and propane generators
New engine vs camshafts
Hmmm have you tried your local ford dealerships parts department?I checked and their depots have numerous in stock available within 2-3 days.
He literally said that he went to a ford dealership and they couldn't find one.
@@everydayfixer8446 i work for ford and checked personally. The dealership where he went must have gave false information.
Ford parts depots from west to east coast had stock. Low stock mind you, but nothing to cause a major delay.
There are going to be shortages all over this place because of the world-wide shut down at the beginning of the pandemic. This is what my parents lived though during the depression and WWII.
Wow, Eric, your attitude about us subs kinda surprised me on this episode. I have followed you from the VERY beginning. I mostly really enjoy your videos. I hate to be negative, but I’m surprised you don’t care about losing subs, and you have poor attitude on your videos about subscribers. Just my two cents.
Glad someone is speaking up
Anytime you change exhaust gaskets you should resurface the manifold, because no new gasket will fix a wrapped manifold
Camshafts can be custom ground for you at camshaft shops
I can’t use propane my rig because there is a global shortage on my propane regulators. No cooking, no fridge, no heat.
I've bought that exact electric bike 2 years ago, but the earlier version and there's no problem going up hills as long as you use the pedal assist mode 5. Remember, it is both a 7-speed bike which is on the right handlebar, and then you have the pedal assist modes on the left handle bar. Make sure you drop down to first or second speed on the right handle bar and then use pedal-assist mode 5 on the left Handlebar. Also, if you go into the computer screen you can increase the speed to 28 miles an hour from 20 miles per hour that the bike is shipped to you at. You can find out how to do that on TH-cam just in case you haven't already done that. You will fly up the hills.
I enjoy your videos glad you're doing more of them.
I kept noticing the air conditioner and am disappointed that install wasn’t a video. I was so looking forward to it.
Ahhhhh HA!!!! Little Tara was snuggled in Daddy's Seat ~ So Cute. Jax Man is snoozing on the bed ~~ Ahhh Wait a Minute Dad
Did I hear You say TREATS ??? Yeah I'm Awake, just taking a "Cat Nap" LOL I'll take some Treats Dad. That Stinker, Jax Man
was just Hilarious ..... say Cat Treats and His Head Pops Up so Quickly ~~ That really was Funny! Stay Safe Happy Trails !!!
I’m jumping Kansas state parks every two weeks. I had to buy a WeBoost, and gives me the bars I need for my unlimited cellular. I live on disability, so I can’t afford a monthly fee. It’s working out great!
ROFL!!! The look on Jax's face when you said, "Treats."
Build your own v8 engine and put it in there. Put all the best parts into it. High nickle block, forged pistons/rods/crank. and a manual shift transmission, less to break on it.
You should easily be able to get a good used one from a junk yard. Bet you I could find one within a few calls.
Maybe you should consider a Ford crate engine
I love how you romanticized the water fountain. ❤️
I have that same chair and love it! Very comfortable and lightweight! It is nice to always have a piece of Fort Wilderness with me :)
Amazing how that magic word “treats” works. Lol
Namadic, we too are a traveling nomadic family from time to time i am the pilot and the mechanic. Definitely learn your engine and get into fixing your vehicle yourself. Also have you considered contacting a machine shop that can fix the lobe on your cam. I believe they can weld material and recut the lobe to factory spec. Also the lifter will need to be replaced check the pushrod and rocker. And finally the valves to find the reason the cam failed.
You can't buy a camshaft for your Ford. So, your solution to this problem is to buy another Ford that you can't buy parts for?
Eric, how are you doing with your diet?
Man, I wish I could live your life. My mechanic said parts availability will be getting worse over the year. Something to do with CA port getting more and more backed up with no one to unload cargo freight. Then the ships are sitting in port waiting to unload and can't. He said they are getting more and more behind as ships can't return. He said they are telling people 2months, but it's more like six months to a year and getting worse.
And you bought another ford why....?
Hi Eric, If you use public showers just keep on some cheap flip flops. You will feel a lot better. The floor is worst thing. good luck Buddy
ERIC! ! ! I was so covering my eyes at 1:05 LOL
Never Give UP
Never Give IN
And YOU will WIN Eric!
Just ignore the weird or negative comments...those people are just jealous you are living your life for yourself! Keep on Cruisin’
Amen!
Hello,
I don’t understand why having a “base camp” is an issue.
You need to have a place to reside esp with intense auto issues. Or pandemic. Or a place just to house your belongings that are not camping worthy.
Also, you need a place you can stretch out and call home even if it is just a few times a year.
It just makes sense to me to have a base camp.
Who says you have to travel hundreds and hundreds of miles to experience nature by camping.
We all should experience what’s in our own back yard.
Eric, don’t give up on Illinois.
We can't even get a specific motor controller for one of our mobility scooters. Shortage from the manufacturing level...expected for at least a year.