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Just now, Ctgriffi said:
Just to clarify for mokabronze: the 3VZE (ie 6 cylinder) has a timing belt not a chain, unlike the 4-cyl… while an old, low mileage chain might not be a big concern, the belt is a different matter.
I was just going by the info the web site provided. Thanks for that info though. As I stated my knowledge of vehicles is minimal gas, oil change and how to change a tire and maintenance. I do know belts can be old and brittle or just worn. I learned that the hard way on a Isuzu in my 30's, I had to get a new vehicle because of it. A belt partially split, I kept driving because I was on the freeway and it tore up all the wiring. Supposedly fixed then it wouldn't go over 10 mph. It was too much trouble and long term attempting to figure out. That's when you realize your vehicle is a much needed appendage. Expensive lesson teaching the importance of proper maintenance.
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That is good to know, I'm trying not to become discouraged. I'm seeing so many people who purchase and there's tons of wood rot. I don't think I have the bandwidth to get in there and do a total/partial rebuild. Maybe with help, but alone and all the learning curves it would take me more than a year. I'm ready to retire but realistically should wait 2 more years, so I would only have a few hrs per day with exception of off days to even attempt the labor intensive process. Dang singledom has been a peaceful notion til I embarked on this dream... I need another set of hands now... let him be both a carpenter and mechanical. LoL. Kidding with a lil' bit of truth.
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2 minutes ago, Scott iv said:
As you consider the 6 cyl Toyota motorhomes be sure to ask about when the valves were last checked. I see the one had a timing chain replace but that still doesn't mean they checked the valves. The 3vze motor requires hands on maintenance with the valves as does the 22re. Many dead 3vze's because the valve clearance checks were avoided. Can go about 100k before valve clearance becomes a serious issue requiring major time and expense (totaled to many). The 3vze valve clearance check takes shop time as it requires specific tools to hold down the buckets while you measure the clearance, and if the valves are tight, replacement shims have to be ordered (most shops won't have the shims readily on hand). A costly regular interval maintenance job if you want to keep the machine alive long term. It'd be worth purchasing the tool needed to hold down the shim buckets so you can learn to do the job at home if you own one.
I'm really seeing the value in women learning something about vehicles, my curve is very short. Also I noticed the year the timing belt was changed, it was 9,000 miles or so but in 1998. I have no idea if that makes a difference. I realize in loving these vintage RV's, I will have to put some $$ in it, but I'm hoping I can find something that was well maintained by its owner(s) and after purchasing not too much $$ initially. Maybe that's wanting a bit much. I'm sure it's apparent I'm an RV newbie.
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On 6/24/2023 at 1:02 PM, linda s said:
Make sure appliances all work. Ask them to have the refrigerator running and cold. Check that the furnace. hot water heater and air conditioning work too. Appliances are very expensive. Check date code on tires. Old tires are a no no. 6 years old and they need replacing.
There is no way to give you an estimate of repair cost. Some people have bought these rigs that needed nothing more than a tune-up and others have spent thousands restoring theirs.
If you can send us a link to the ad we can sometimes see issues just from the pictures or sometimes from evasive descriptions. If they say it gets 20 miles per gallon doubt every word they say.
Linda S
165 miles traveling would be a better trek on my end, thank goodness I work for the airlines so that's one expense I won't have no matter the location. In reference to mileage I know Toyota's are pretty good as in my young adult life that's all I owned, I was just hoping to find something a little lower. I will contact the owners though. It looks to have the same layout. From looking at the link I posted, did anything stand out to you? What are your thoughts on the independent TV inspectors, would it be worthwhile? Thank you so much for responding, the search continues.
Just figured out how to add the link.
https://www.toyotarvforsale.com/1992-winnebago-toye-in-boise-id/
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On 6/24/2023 at 1:02 PM, linda s said:
Make sure appliances all work. Ask them to have the refrigerator running and cold. Check that the furnace. hot water heater and air conditioning work too. Appliances are very expensive. Check date code on tires. Old tires are a no no. 6 years old and they need replacing.
There is no way to give you an estimate of repair cost. Some people have bought these rigs that needed nothing more than a tune-up and others have spent thousands restoring theirs.
If you can send us a link to the ad we can sometimes see issues just from the pictures or sometimes from evasive descriptions. If they say it gets 20 miles per gallon doubt every word they say.
Linda S
Just figured out how to add the link. I sent an entire paragraph previously but it didn't post. This is one I'm looking at, it's 1800 miles away, trying to determine if 1 way ticket is worth it because that's a long drive back by myself with no mechanical experience outside of where to put gas. I have no problem learning but not on a maiden voyage this far. I think it's been altered because from the inside there was a front facing window that's now covered. Not enough pictures to me of real things. Of course I would need to find a mechanic in that area or possibly pay for the pre rv inspection, which has increased in price from what I've seen other's pay. Unsure what questions I should ask upon contacting the seller if its still available. Would prefer rear dinette but I've not found any for sale in awhile.
https://www.toyotarvforsale.com/1992-winnebago-toye-in-boise-id/
Looking for some insight into owning a Toyota RV
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Where are you located, year/model/mileage etc. ? Do you have any very clear pictures posted online of your rig?