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#1 Willard

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Posted 17 August 2020 - 02:13 AM

Ok I had another thread an I said I would start a rebuild one once the Alaskan was home.

So here it is.

 

Just got it home on the M101a2 trailer.

Spend today building this dolly to mount it on and then did just than and moved it into the Garage ) no pic but that is coming tomorrow).

Dolly is built from 2x4 and 2x6 with 4 x 6" wheels capable of 800 lbs each.

All 4 wheels swivel. While some do not like this, for my garage it is perfect as I can move it with ease. the removable trailer hitch makes it super easy to back in with a vehicle. Once in 2 people can steer it around very easy for the perfect position.

 

Also found some paperwork dating back to '78 including a receipt with what Alaskan calls is in and out webbing (Pirelli seals?). Also included new o-rings (from '78) I will still order new ones from Alaskan. Also 3 example seals (kinda neat, all those are pic are coming soon)
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Included a checkout list, the O-Ring repair instructions. I will scan both of these tomorrow.

 

And the proper way to bleed the rams.

That is attached and I will also scan that one in (it is only a picture for now)

 

So a little surprise.

 

So far I know the Jack is leaking around the pressure release valve, I need to look if this is a seal or can be replaces. Not sure where else but I will pull it this week and have a look.

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Posted 17 August 2020 - 02:13 AM

the Bleed info

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Posted 17 August 2020 - 02:26 AM

Initial plan

 

Clear out the PO old crap from the camper.

Pull the jack and fix the leak

Pull the fridge and find a replacement (the plastic on the inside is damaged)

Clean off all old sealant  on the outside and pull old rusting screws

Check for any water damage and wood rot (removing panels as needed)

Check and replace as needed all wiring

Check and replace as needed all propane lines

Check and replace as needed all water lines

Verify water works

Verify all electronic

Deep clean interior and all wood paneling

Remove crappy old carpet

Replace foam and recover cusions

Decide on the table and counters (refinish as is or replace)

Get a heater installed

 

This is just off the top of my head. Obvious removing all old seals and replacing all seals and caulking is a first and foremost after any  wood rot is fixed.


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Posted 17 August 2020 - 02:43 AM

Wow! Sounds good, thanks for the pictures too. I've been wanting to build a dolly and I like how you did yours. I'm picking mine up tomorrow from my dad's farm (it's been in the barn) and wanting to get some work done on it as I'm going to be taking it out and living in it in a few months while I work out of town. I appreciate you sharing all the great information. Thanks! 


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Posted 17 August 2020 - 03:32 PM

Wow! Sounds good, thanks for the pictures too. I've been wanting to build a dolly and I like how you did yours. I'm picking mine up tomorrow from my dad's farm (it's been in the barn) and wanting to get some work done on it as I'm going to be taking it out and living in it in a few months while I work out of town. I appreciate you sharing all the great information. Thanks! 

Any time.

I was going to use 4x4 for the middle and ends of the dolly but my home depot was out.

So the double 2x4's work, It is solid and rolled into my garage that has about a 3/4" lip without issues.

I used 2 1/2" screws for the framing.

Like I mentioned before the 4 swivel casters are great, but you should have someone guide you when moving it back.

All in all it worked, is simple and can be built quickly. plus the camper fits perfectly.

 

It is 4' wide by 8' long and about 14" high

That was a must as any higher and it would not fit in my garage.


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Posted 19 August 2020 - 12:53 PM

Cleaned out the PO’s junk and ripped up the terrible carpet. Found it had at some point a small leak in the right rear corner. Was a little black there from the water staining. I will tear into that over the weekend and see what damage there is. All in all not bad shape for a 51 year old camper. It is nice and dry in the garage and currently being aired out. Next is the deep cleaning on the interior I do have to rebuild the rams as one is leaking.

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Posted 23 August 2020 - 07:08 PM

Took off both lower panels today looking for rot.

 

The side the pump is on seems to be ok. While it is soaked in hydraulic oil from the pump leaking (yes even the black on the bottom support beams is soaked oil), I need to decide if I want to pull it off an replace it.

What to you think?

 

Passenger side seems to be OK and the floor while dry in spots on the edge is overall solid.

 

Again. thoughts?

 

Currently it is in my garage to keep it clean and dry.

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