details of motorhome

from Jerry the other half of the relationship to Stacy. (husband)
I purchased the coach near San Francisco, and drove it to San Diego, where my home is.
I spent some time converting and doing mechanicals to prepare it for the trip to Kentucky. Being rated at 50% disabled by the V.A. I am glad that I had some friends to help me. and they are still my friends. :-)
To save money I acquired some items used but quite usable.I did a lot before Stacy ever saw it. We removed most of the seats, I got kitchen cabinets, a one piece Corian sink and counter top with a 3/4 hp garbage disposer. Again a friend was of great help installing and securing it.. There were a number of items that I had to have in place to meet California requirements before it could be licensed as a motor home. it was inspected and passed without a hitch.I also had to do some electrical. Previous owners included charter/tour companies. I could not believe the wiring mess they created.I have come to believe that they did not understand electrical. Then the dirty part, changing the oils and filters, the engine alone took 8 gallons of oil, the transmission had a glitch, so after draining the oil we pulled the pan and removed the valve body and took it to a specialist. they were great. put it back together fresh fluid and filter and 2,147 miles later I am at Stacy's door step.
I have a learning disabled son who has been a great help in all aspects of this motor home. A benefit for him is he has been learning fractions through handling wrenches,
another plus is he also is understanding the importance of reading the service book for details that make a difference. Matthew is a great adult kid, He is strong as an ox and I would never have managed the tires and rims without him. Never underestimate
a person with disabilities, if they can't do something, they find a different way to accomplish what is needed.
The Coach engine is a Detroit 2 cycle 8-v-92 with blower and turbo and inter cooler.
we haven't obtained the numbers off of the cam's, so we are guessing about 500 HP. top speed at this point is 74 MPH and best so far 7.6 MPG The power is phenomenal, it goes up some serious hills like a scared rabbit. Even though this monster weighs in at 36,000 LBS and is 40 FT in length, with the power steering, air brakes, air ride suspension, Jacobs engine brakes, (set up to select 4 or 8 cylinder braking from driver seat) it is a pussycat to handle and a pleasure to drive.