I always appreciate these vids. I have not been a particularly handy person my whole life but these vids to inspire me to try and I find that once I see the process it just isn't that hard. At no point are you ever talking down and typically God gets the credit and the glory for it all. I appreciate what you do.
Just want to say thanks. Your vids have encouraged me to get my hands dirty under the hood, save me money and make me twice the shade tree mechanic I ever thought I could be.
I just bought a 1978 dodge Tioga II sportsman motor home that is all fiberglass panels on the outside and as far as I'm concerned your videos are a must watch, I have to replace the muffler because of a leak, I gutted the interior and I'm in the process of removing all the windows as well as the trim strips and resealing them after cleaning them up from past calking hack jobs (note to anyone looking to reseal camper windows, an eraser wheel will be your best friend at removing any old calking and a small wire wheel for a drill is great at cleaning up the window frame of old butal tape inside and out) your videos on the project are so helpful, thank you so much for the tips and instructions for when i start to clean up the engin
Thank you for a in-depth series, your helping me understand classic motors much better, your later video towards the end gave me the inspiration to know with time and patience ill be able to fix the classic Dodge motorhome of my dogs dream, with my girlfriend and I. thanks Yankee! and other video on you mind id watch, your humor and knowledge is a perfect combo.
Thanks brother. I was also thinking that chrome reflects solar energy and therefore making the camper easier to cool in the summer. It's simple science!
Nice ! Lovin' the upgrades and am feelin' the need to "Know that ya Know" . I've got a 77 Sportsman/Fireball with a 440 4bbl, full bathroom, 3k onan Gennie. I just got thru going through the electrical on mine as well, Alt, batt, all modules and fixed Abdulla the butcher's wiring techniques lol ! New tires and just goit a set of Led clearance lts to rplc. the tired ol' bulb sockets. Yous is Lookin Sharp my man, keep up the great work !!
Thanks for the motivational Video! I have a 1990 1500 series GMC Jimmy with a muffler hanging. But I will check out the whole system from engine to tail pipe. Guess I'm going to have to get a camera too.
Nice job on that manifold. We had the same van with the 440 block & my Pops used JB Weld to fix the manifold leak, which is the cheapest route. You are going the extra mile on this project, as you do on all the DIY projects I've seen you do. Can't wait to see what you do with those valve covers. Imho, there's nothing like a motor with good looking valve covers. It just makes the motor look so much better, even if it's not.
remflex makes thick gaskets that work wonders if you ever get a manifold with rust pitting or a bit of warping. I have used them several times with amazing results.
Very nice.. I had no idea you were working on an RV. I am restoring a 1987 VW westfalia and doing a diesel conversion. I should have followed you. The price of redoing a vanagon westy could pay for gas in your rig for a long time but I love the hippy buses and this is my third one. Hope all is well with you and yours? I will follow the series.. Cheers..
Great video YP. Also, I'm really enjoying the AeroPress. Anyway, I've been watching your videos and was thinking as to how you store all your kit. Maybe a video on storing and staging gear/kit. Semper Fi!
Hi, love this series of videos! We also have a 1978 Minnie Winnie with the Dodge chassis. I am not having luck with a part I have been looking for, looking for the turn signal switch like you had to do. I ordered one from rock auto, but the connector is not shaped the same, and also has an extra wire. I looked at 1977 parts, but there isn't a turn signal switch listed under 1977. Can you help me out with the part number you ordered? Appreciate it!
Have you considered installing headers or do you want to keep it as stock as possible? I have a 1978 Dodge Sportsman 360 Chinook 20' and I'm considering adding headers and perhaps converting to 4 barrel. I just don't have the time yet.
I have the same RV. Question. There is a tube that wins from manifold to manifold at the back of the engine. Pass side of tube has a nasty crack and the driver side of same tub looks to be purposely crimped. Should this be replaced? Parts place doesn't even show a part. Also thanks for these killer vids!
hmmm....as a general rule I replace parts that are cracked, if you are asking my opinion on what to do....I would figure out what the tube is for and what it does. That would help you make a clear decision on what to do with it.
just bought a similar rig but 22'.. '75 dodge tioga sportsman.. runs and drives good but definitely needs some love. I believe it's the same 360.. this ones 2 barrel .. what kind of MPG do you get? BTW thanks for your vid.. excellent reference
***** yes but you do have a drink with friends on occasion,and your presence would have added to a fantastic couple of days. we had deer stew,raccoon, a whole pig, no one drank from straws or wore flip flops. maybe next time?
***** We didn't cook much chicken, so the kids were safe! Now the twinkie dead fall got some interest from Lowbuck...I'm sure it would have worked had we baited it with whisky!!
Cash for clunkers must hate this vid. Surprised the dolts haven't mashed that dislike button a thousand times! What are you thinking Yankee? Teaching people how to fix things instead of just buying a standard made in China replacement? Sheesh! :)
anyone ever told you you sound just like George clooney haha anyways i just bought an 87 mini midas 190 was wondering if engines are same wanna get recognized first before i go blundering threw it
I always appreciate these vids. I have not been a particularly handy person my whole life but these vids to inspire me to try and I find that once I see the process it just isn't that hard. At no point are you ever talking down and typically God gets the credit and the glory for it all. I appreciate what you do.
Just want to say thanks. Your vids have encouraged me to get my hands dirty under the hood, save me money and make me twice the shade tree mechanic I ever thought I could be.
I just bought a 1978 dodge Tioga II sportsman motor home that is all fiberglass panels on the outside and as far as I'm concerned your videos are a must watch, I have to replace the muffler because of a leak, I gutted the interior and I'm in the process of removing all the windows as well as the trim strips and resealing them after cleaning them up from past calking hack jobs (note to anyone looking to reseal camper windows, an eraser wheel will be your best friend at removing any old calking and a small wire wheel for a drill is great at cleaning up the window frame of old butal tape inside and out)
your videos on the project are so helpful, thank you so much for the tips and instructions for when i start to clean up the engin
Thank you for carving out the time it takes to make these vids.
Thank you for a in-depth series, your helping me understand classic motors much better, your later video towards the end gave me the inspiration to know with time and patience ill be able to fix the classic Dodge motorhome of my dogs dream, with my girlfriend and I. thanks Yankee! and other video on you mind id watch, your humor and knowledge is a perfect combo.
I love these videos about the Dodge Camper. Just bought a 1979 Dodge camper and I getting pumped to get started!
nice tidy job! The chrome tip not only adds coolness,but increases aerodynamic efficiency and reduces drag,thereby increasing fuel mileage.
Thanks brother. I was also thinking that chrome reflects solar energy and therefore making the camper easier to cool in the summer. It's simple science!
I'm really gonna enjoy this series you got going on....
This is going to be a fun series to watch. I'm looking forward to it!
Nice job and I look forward to the rest of this restoration.
Nice ! Lovin' the upgrades and am feelin' the need to "Know that ya Know" . I've got a 77 Sportsman/Fireball with a 440 4bbl, full bathroom, 3k onan Gennie. I just got thru going through the electrical on mine as well, Alt, batt, all modules and fixed Abdulla the butcher's wiring techniques lol ! New tires and just goit a set of Led clearance lts to rplc. the tired ol' bulb sockets. Yous is Lookin Sharp my man, keep up the great work !!
Great job! Awesome project you got going on!
Super cool, I got a 78 Dodge Sportsman made by Travette, with same engine. Muffler is blown up on mine too. Currently tuning it all up :)
Awesome brother!! I hope you don't find anything too extreme to fix!! Goodluck and GodBless.
Thanks for the motivational Video! I have a 1990 1500 series GMC Jimmy with a muffler hanging. But I will check out the whole system from engine to tail pipe. Guess I'm going to have to get a camera too.
Nice!!!, I am really enjoying these videos....
Nice job on that manifold. We had the same van with the 440 block & my Pops used JB Weld to fix the manifold leak, which is the cheapest route. You are going the extra mile on this project, as you do on all the DIY projects I've seen you do.
Can't wait to see what you do with those valve covers. Imho, there's nothing like a motor with good looking valve covers. It just makes the motor look so much better, even if it's not.
Excellent work, sir.
Really enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing the know how. TK
Great Video, Im working on my RV restore and have high hopes of getting
on the road this time next year. Thanks for the great advise
remflex makes thick gaskets that work wonders if you ever get a manifold with rust pitting or a bit of warping. I have used them several times with amazing results.
I have see guys double up on gaskets with badly warped manifolds and have success as well
Remflex are the BEST!
Very nice.. I had no idea you were working on an RV. I am restoring a 1987 VW westfalia and doing a diesel conversion. I should have followed you. The price of redoing a vanagon westy could pay for gas in your rig for a long time but I love the hippy buses and this is my third one. Hope all is well with you and yours? I will follow the series.. Cheers..
You had me hooked at Made in the USA :)
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Great video YP. Also, I'm really enjoying the AeroPress. Anyway, I've been watching your videos and was thinking as to how you store all your kit. Maybe a video on storing and staging gear/kit. Semper Fi!
Hi, love this series of videos! We also have a 1978 Minnie Winnie with the Dodge chassis. I am not having luck with a part I have been looking for, looking for the turn signal switch like you had to do. I ordered one from rock auto, but the connector is not shaped the same, and also has an extra wire. I looked at 1977 parts, but there isn't a turn signal switch listed under 1977. Can you help me out with the part number you ordered? Appreciate it!
Great vid
Fel Pro good choice!
Have you considered installing headers or do you want to keep it as stock as possible? I have a 1978 Dodge Sportsman 360 Chinook 20' and I'm considering adding headers and perhaps converting to 4 barrel. I just don't have the time yet.
Have you ever redone the oil pan gasket? If so how did you go about getting the pan out?
Would you put headers on a 440? I have a bad crack on passenger side exhaust manifold.
Perfect timing, Yankee! This should give me the inspiration I need to go back to war with the underside of my car.
I have the same RV. Question. There is a tube that wins from manifold to manifold at the back of the engine. Pass side of tube has a nasty crack and the driver side of same tub looks to be purposely crimped. Should this be replaced? Parts place doesn't even show a part. Also thanks for these killer vids!
hmmm....as a general rule I replace parts that are cracked, if you are asking my opinion on what to do....I would figure out what the tube is for and what it does. That would help you make a clear decision on what to do with it.
Nhyyyice! I think I learned something; did you give the rest of inside of the motorhome a once over with the pressure washer too?
just bought a similar rig but 22'.. '75 dodge tioga sportsman.. runs and drives good but definitely needs some love. I believe it's the same 360.. this ones 2 barrel .. what kind of MPG do you get? BTW thanks for your vid.. excellent reference
+william castle aprox 10 mpg
Sweet !
Very Kewlio..... very relateable ;) I very recently, (very very recently>July
Yankee prepp. were did you get all your parts at
More !!!!!
Was that chrome tip coming off the back "Tactical"?
It's difficult to start without the chrome tip.
So wheres your EMP proofing wire and up armor kit? What the hell?? I thought this was prepping.
So? Planning a trip to LowBucks next "Prepper Stock"??
I am no longer a "Prepper" by TH-cam standards and happy to separate myself from that.
***** yes but you do have a drink with friends on occasion,and your presence would have added to a fantastic couple of days. we had deer stew,raccoon, a whole pig, no one drank from straws or wore flip flops. maybe next time?
***** We didn't cook much chicken, so the kids were safe! Now the twinkie dead fall got some interest from Lowbuck...I'm sure it would have worked had we baited it with whisky!!
Does the Rv have a Catalytic converter ?
This is further proof that the saying "there are no stupid questions" simply isn't true.
But are you holding the line?
You just wait till I get some blinking lights.
I have a dodge trans /sportsman van 4x4 360 2bb carb. I saw a Haynes manual ,do you the book number ?
The Hanes manual is a for a 77 dodge van
Nice, is that vehicle emp proof?
It's ELF proof. I hate those pointy eared bastards.........
LOL
*****
It's not the Elfs you have to worry about ... it's the Gnomes ...
tempjohn1111 Yeah, they have the "short guy syndrome". Always the first to start shit they can't finish.
Sounds like a PMCS.
Cash for clunkers must hate this vid. Surprised the dolts haven't mashed that dislike button a thousand times! What are you thinking Yankee? Teaching people how to fix things instead of just buying a standard made in China replacement? Sheesh! :)
anyone ever told you you sound just like George clooney haha anyways i just bought an 87 mini midas 190 was wondering if engines are same wanna get recognized first before i go blundering threw it
+Justin Stachowicz I really have no idea. Mine is a 78 Midas, good idea though to ID the drivetrain.
MORE!!!