I never got around to posting the pictures of the RV remodel before we set out so here they are. They don't really tell the best story but the gist is we have a 1983 Holiday Rambler. It's a 30ft Class A motorhome with a Chevy 454 big block engine (haven't done the math but guessing maybe 8-10 mpg, ouch!). We had to replace the transmission before we left but that was pretty much the only major engine work done, beside a good tune up. Inside we did a lot of work. My dad and I tore up the circa 80's brown carpet and replaced it with vinyl tile, put up new trim and laid rubber flooring under the Capitan's chairs. Candice hand sewed new insulating curtains (which have been awesome!), Rug Dr.ed the seats and made the place overall pretty and comfortable. We also had to replace all the appliances. Since all the propane appliances are now gone something I'll do while I'm here is pull the 200 lbs. propane tank.
I redid all the battery charging stuff and got solar panels and a new generator with the good intentions of being able to do a lot of boondocking; on day two however we realized this rig was way too big to get anywhere but dedicated lots. When we get to CT and won't have to live in the camper we'll put this one on the market along with the car dolly and Neon we are pulling and try to get a smaller pull behind camper and pickup with the hopes of having more flexibility.
There was a ton more that we did during the month we were at my folks, and more we have done since we left (the breaker box melted two weeks ago so I had to replace all that) but it would be boring to read about unless you were involved. Suffice to say, if you're getting a camper you can buy cheap but be ready for some work. It was all a lot of fun though and the transformation has been crazy. If you're into any of this stuff and want to know more just shoot me an email.
