Re: 1991 LD with 90k miles Reply #250 – June 05, 2018, 06:48:16 pm "Was hoping to get some opinions on the cost breakdown, which is why I posted it."----It's very difficult to offer an opinion on the cost breakdowns without knowing their per-item part cost, their labor rate per hour, how accurate their estimates of time are, their assessment of which repairs/replacements are critical (and how they feel these should be done), and a lot of other variables. No reputable shop would offer an estimate for comparison unless they had their own techs evaluate the work to be done, the parts needed, and the time it would take to do the jobs. #4 apparently isn't a viable option for you, so unless you take the time to have another shop give an estimate on the same work, accepting the bid as is seems to be the choice. 1 Likes
Re: 1991 LD with 90k miles Reply #251 – June 05, 2018, 07:20:13 pm Hi Lisa. I'm just going to address one issue you have about your rear camera. Not a 'janky way'! Pulling out the headlight knob halfway (or all the way) turns on your marker lights. The middle marker light in the back, is exactly the best spot for a camera. The wiring that LD uses for the marker lights is easily capable of powering the camera, and you are unlikely to forget to turn it off. If you are on the move, then your engine is running, providing power for the camera, and if it is night time, you probably have the marker lights on anyway. In forward motion the camera will stay on, even if you don't need it, but with the engine running it is a very small drain, and it might be handy to have it on anyway. So really that is a good way to wire up the camera. The monitor, if powered some other way, may need to be turned off manually, and should have a switch. The solar/generator/plugged in converters don't charge your chassis battery. It just sits there dropping in charge. The engine running charges it directly, but the power used to start the engine can take a half hour or more just to equal the power used in starting. Longer if it didn't start on the first try. [The mothership installed 3000i solar controller has an output to charge the engine battery, but I don't know if LD connects it to do so, someone chime in?] If your chassis battery is over 4 years old, you can probably use a new one anyway. They don't last nearly as long as house batteries can. If you are often plugged in, an inexpensive maintainer can keep that battery well charged. 20% off coupons are really common; Automatic Battery Float Charger I'm still looking at your estimate. RonB
Re: 1991 LD with 90k miles Reply #252 – June 05, 2018, 07:41:00 pm “I'm just annoyed that they are doing their damndest to use ALL of the insurance money.”Lisa, I’m sure this is not the case. Repairs and mantance on our LD’s is not cheap. Your lucky you have the insurance money to cover the repairs and mantance needed. It clearly could be coming right out of YOUR pocket. You have to pay to play.. Happy RVing 😊 1 Likes
Re: 1991 LD with 90k miles Reply #253 – June 06, 2018, 02:28:26 am QuoteSo not sure if i should just post as a new topic or continue on with this epic saga.I can't speak to the repair quotes posted, but I'd suggest you stay with the current post. It IS a saga, as well as a travelog of real experiences with buying an older rig. There is a wealth of information in it.Pat the dogs and this too shall pass.see you down the road one day,joel 1 Likes
Re: 1991 LD with 90k miles Reply #254 – June 06, 2018, 03:23:19 am Well, I think I'll just go for it and hope for the best. I'd be a lot more impatient to get it back if not for dealing with this post concussion syndrome. I'm still not really in any shape to be driving a 10.5k lbs vehicle any appreciable distance right now. And I'm enjoying doing manual labor on the decrepit garage pad in my yard that my LD was parked atop. Busting concrete with a 4lb hammer is a great workout and feels very productive. I'm going to be putting up a small temporary pool for my dogs and I. So not in a hurry to get her back at the moment. I sure hope my brain gets better soon so I can actually take this thing for a ride with the dogs.
Re: 1991 LD with 90k miles Reply #255 – June 06, 2018, 11:01:57 am Quote from: JCT - May 06, 2018, 04:44:19 pmFortunately, all of my dogs have been good travelers!Your present dog is great traveler when she thinks she is going someplace fun, with lots of human friends to party with.I have never seen a dog that gets so depressed once she figures out it's time to go home.Larry
Re: 1991 LD with 90k miles Reply #256 – June 06, 2018, 11:52:04 am "I have never seen a dog that gets so depressed once she figures out it's time to go home."---True! The Princess does experience "post-party" depression; she sulks (complete with sighs, eye rolls, and a put-upon expression for added drama!) for a couple days after an outing or a trip! She's highly social with her A-list people, and works an audience to maximize the "pet me" potential. Spoiled creature, for sure. 1 Likes
Re: 1991 LD with 90k miles Reply #257 – June 06, 2018, 12:14:03 pm Hi Lisa. I've read through your estimate. Overall it seems about the right prices. I definitely would go with new tires. I've never heard of 'Ironman' tires. If it were me I'd go with my preferred brand of Michelin. A bit more $, but the ones they want to put on may be fine for your needs. You really don't want to be on the road and have tire problems. Next, front end suspension repairs. Bite that bullet and have it repaired ASAP. Too dangerous not to. The investment on tires could be wasted if the front end allows abnormal wear. New house batteries. Highly sulphated means they were left uncharged for too long, and/or they are just too old. You need to replace them. Trojan brand are great batteries, but too expensive for my blood. I can't remember if you have two 6v, deep cycle or just one 12v. Interstate is a good brand. Sturken seems to think your chassis battery may be ok. The price they quote is an upgrade to LED taillights.The quoted price is pretty steep, I did it myself, but I don't think this is in your wheelhouse. Their price for parts is about right, The labor involved may include more than just a direct swap out. They are a great improvement both in looks, safety, and reliability. A waste of time to repair back to the old style lights. I'm sure that the repair place would like to fix many more things, but they have already picked the more important things that really need it first. That's what they do, and good repairmen really hate to see vehicles go out of the shop, that still need more work. They also realize that money does limit what can be done at any one time. They seem to have picked good things to prioritize, and they seem to know what they are doing. RonB 2 Likes
Re: 1991 LD with 90k miles Reply #258 – June 06, 2018, 03:55:51 pm Quote from: RonB - June 06, 2018, 12:14:03 pm They seem to have picked good things to prioritize, and they seem to know what they are doing. RonBWow! Thank you for taking the time to look at the estimate and provide such a thorough review. I truly appreciate it. I am going to call them today to give them the go ahead for most of it, though I will ask about the battery and tire brands.Thanks!
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