| Author | Message | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 16 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 71.32.219.69 Rating: N/A |
Hello All, My Eagle 10 has been sitting in AZ for several years and I need to get it back to WA. I am having trouble finding someone who can haul it and wonder if towing is a viable option? The tires are 9 years old & have about 1500 miles on them and the coach has an Allison 740 transmission. Not sure what else is relavant as far as towing details? Any suggestions? Thanks Steve | ||
| Luvrbus (Luvrbus)
Registered Member Username: Luvrbus Post Number: 1099 Registered: 8-2006 Posted From: 74.33.60.241 Rating: N/A |
Steve that bus is setting so low on the rear no way can it be towed and it is going to cost you dearly to haul it from here to WA with the fuel prices today. I'll check and see of I can find someone to haul it for you I have a guy in Mesa but he is going to be around 3 bucks a mile right now give me a call at the house if you still have my number or check with Andy he has it if not I'll pm it to you | ||
| Teresa (Happycamperbrat)
Registered Member Username: Happycamperbrat Post Number: 199 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 96.251.75.190 Rating: N/A |
Ouch! I hate to say it, but at that price.... I assume you have considered parting it out and/or scrapping it | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 17 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 71.32.219.69 Rating: N/A |
Don't have your number and I am not seeing how to access PM's??? Considered scrapping? Not likely. Sell complete...Perhaps. I would rather park her in my bak yard and spend a couple of years getting her roadworthy again. | ||
| Teresa (Happycamperbrat)
Registered Member Username: Happycamperbrat Post Number: 200 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 96.251.75.190 Rating: N/A |
Just click on the blue lettering of the person's name on the left of the screen. It will take you to another page with the person's email address in blue and it's clickable too. | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 18 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 71.32.219.69 Rating: N/A |
Thank you. I did see the email address in the profile just not the ability to PM on the board. | ||
| Dirk De Bakker (Kelvin12)
Registered Member Username: Kelvin12 Post Number: 24 Registered: 1-2010 Posted From: 124.149.59.62  Rating: N/A |
Don't know if it helps or not but an all up lift on a low loader as a back load might be an option. No worry with tyres blowing out or dragging its bum on the ground. Most back loaders only want to cover fuel and a few bucks for their trouble. Dirk | ||
| Paul Lawry (Dreamscape)
Registered Member Username: Dreamscape Post Number: 725 Registered: 5-2007 Posted From: 74.2.251.162  Rating: N/A |
What is wrong with the coach that you can't drive it? | ||
| FAST FRED (Fast_fred)
Registered Member Username: Fast_fred Post Number: 1515 Registered: 10-2006 Posted From: 76.195.73.171  Rating: N/A |
A buck a mile is a dream with O'Bummer priced diesel over $4.00. FF | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 19 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 65.103.153.158 Rating: N/A |
I drove the coach coast to coast several times in the '90s. It has been driven little since 2002. I put 6 new Yokahama tires on in '02 while on my last cross country. I am concerned about the condition of the tires as the coach has been parked in the AZ sun for the last 9 years. Also the rear suspension has settled. I have not seen it but Luvrbus tells me that it may make driving impractical. Given how long it has been sitting there could be other issues that could come up. | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 20 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 65.103.153.158 Rating: N/A |
Dirk, What is a "back loader" and do you know anyone you could refer me to? Thanks | ||
| Dan Clishe (Cody)
Registered Member Username: Cody Post Number: 19 Registered: 1-2008 Posted From: 206.51.120.170 Rating: N/A |
Now I'm curious, like me, my iggle is a little low in the back, I've got plenty of thread left on the torslastic bars, about how many turns on the nut would it take to raise it a couple of inches,, metal is in great shape just curious. What is the height they are supposed to sit at, | ||
| Luvrbus (Luvrbus)
Registered Member Username: Luvrbus Post Number: 1102 Registered: 8-2006 Posted From: 74.33.60.241 Rating: N/A |
Cody, takes a 1/2 in on the adjustment bolt to raise 1 in, measure at the fender flare 47 to 48 inches is good if it has been real low then you have to re index the boogies and that my friend is a major job. good luck (Message edited by luvrbus on May 07, 2011) | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 21 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 65.103.153.158 Rating: N/A |
Mapquest says it is 1020 miles from Ft. Mohave to Milton Freewater OR. If I could find someone to haul it that far for $2500 I would do that. Or, if it is worth it to anyone, I would sell it for $10k. | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 22 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 65.103.153.158 Rating: N/A |
Maybe trade for a 5th wheel travel trailer? | ||
| Gary Seay (Gdude)
Registered Member Username: Gdude Post Number: 56 Registered: 6-2010 Posted From: 216.67.116.242  Rating: N/A |
A back load is a trucker that made a trip to your location and needs a load to haul back instead of returning empty. Usually you can get a trucker to give you a good deal so he doesn't return empty. As long as you can find the right truck that can haul your bus. There are probably some delivery schedules on line that truckers use. Gary | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 23 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 65.103.153.158 Rating: N/A |
Thanks Gary. I have heard that called "deadhead". I will see what I can find. Anyone have any thoughts on possable trade for 5th wheel? | ||
| marvin pack (Gomer)
Registered Member Username: Gomer Post Number: 1372 Registered: 3-2007 Posted From: 71.55.178.71  Rating: N/A |
Steve NO!!! You won't be happy with a stick and staple [S&S] unit after owning a coach, Gomer | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 24 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 65.103.153.158 Rating: N/A |
Thanks Gomer. I do understand. I would MUCH prefer to have my Eagle here rather than a S&S trailer. Unfortunately my Eagle is 1000 miles away and I am not making much progress in finding a way to get it up here. | ||
| Gary Seay (Gdude)
Registered Member Username: Gdude Post Number: 57 Registered: 6-2010 Posted From: 216.67.116.242 Rating: N/A |
Yea! Don't let that trucker be a deadhead! Put your bus on it  Gary | ||
| marvin pack (Gomer)
Registered Member Username: Gomer Post Number: 1373 Registered: 3-2007 Posted From: 71.55.178.71 Rating: N/A |
Steve check in at a local truck stop and I found several times that you could get a trucker going your way cheaper that trying to find it otherwise. Sometimes they have to wait several days to get a haul to go out.????? Gomer | ||
| George Martinez (Foohorse)
Registered Member Username: Foohorse Post Number: 502 Registered: 1-2010 Posted From: 69.171.161.173  Rating: N/A |
Steve for what it's worth if you need a pair of eyes in AZ I am in Tucson If your bus is close I can check it over for the pre trip basics, if she checks out then you could put the $2,500 towards tires for her instead of for transport. just a thought | ||
| Luvrbus (Luvrbus)
Registered Member Username: Luvrbus Post Number: 1103 Registered: 8-2006 Posted From: 74.33.60.241 Rating: N/A |
George his bus is in Mohave Valley Az 8 miles north of Needles 350 miles from you good luck | ||
| joe padberg (Joemc7ab)
Registered Member Username: Joemc7ab Post Number: 497 Registered: 6-2004 Posted From: 66.38.159.33 Rating: N/A |
If its runable, I would put the money toward useable used tires and drive it home.Once home start doing all what needs doing. Joe. | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 25 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 65.103.153.158 Rating: N/A |
Thanks for the input Everyone. I am looking at taking a week off of work, flying to Vegas, renting a car to get to Ft. Mohave and spending $800-900 on fuel for the return trip. Misc repairs, meals & expenses on the trip. Budget for tires gets a bit slim. Any suggestions on used tires in the Bullhead/Laughlin area? Thanks again. | ||
| Buswarrior (Buswarrior)
Registered Member Username: Buswarrior Post Number: 2078 Registered: 12-2000 Posted From: 174.91.140.4  Rating: N/A |
The trailer needed for moving a coach is specialized equipment. Specialized equipment is rarely to be had at inexpensive prices. Because you don't have a choice, and there aren't a lot of them. Get some busnuts together for an adventure, make it run, drive it home, post videos. happy coaching! buswarrior | ||
| joe padberg (Joemc7ab)
Registered Member Username: Joemc7ab Post Number: 498 Registered: 6-2004 Posted From: 66.38.159.33 Rating: N/A |
Steve If there is a Heavy Truck wrecking yard in that area, I would try them even if you have to roll home on truck wheels (24 inch) Joe. | ||
| Paul Lawry (Dreamscape)
Registered Member Username: Dreamscape Post Number: 726 Registered: 5-2007 Posted From: 69.39.36.190 Rating: N/A |
Clifford, Is that the white one parked close to you that I saw a couple of years ago? I like BW's idea, make an adventure out of it! | ||
| Luvrbus (Luvrbus)
Registered Member Username: Luvrbus Post Number: 1104 Registered: 8-2006 Posted From: 74.33.60.241 Rating: N/A |
Yep,Paul Steve was my neighbor for several years | ||
| Larry & Lynne Dixon (Larry_d)
Registered Member Username: Larry_d Post Number: 310 Registered: 7-2005 Posted From: 50.39.221.113  Rating: N/A |
I'd look hard at the tires on the coach first. Get $100 tow insurance drive easy. We drove ours up from CA with some weather checks but made it with no trouble. If you have to drive in the nite and sleep daytime, if you drove it easy you can hold it on the road with a blowout. Just me I know there will be a lot negative, Larry | ||
| Mel La Plante (Mel_4104)
Registered Member Username: Mel_4104 Post Number: 163 Registered: 7-2006 Posted From: 173.180.124.202 Rating: N/A |
what is all this hype about tires? how many of use are out there driving on tires that are older than 7 years? well if these tires were new or close to new 7 years ago the just look at them and if they do not have cracks that you can put your thumb nail in 1/8 in. then they should be good for going home with. just go to a tire shop and ask them to look at them however be sure and tell them you are not buying new tires and you should get a fairly honest reply. to many people get hung up on the age and not the condition. mel 4104 | ||
| Luvrbus (Luvrbus)
Registered Member Username: Luvrbus Post Number: 1105 Registered: 8-2006 Posted From: 74.33.60.241 Rating: N/A |
Steve knows he needs tires the AZ sun has killed his tires when we moved it 5 miles we only put 70 lbs in the tires because of the wide cracks in the sidewalls. If I knew how to post photos I would I bet you guys would not drive around the block with his tires lol and Steve is not going to chance it for 1100 miles he is a smart guy | ||
| Don Smith (Boxcarokie)
Registered Member Username: Boxcarokie Post Number: 7 Registered: 2-2011 Posted From: 72.214.97.65 Rating: N/A |
Chemical compounds in tires start to break down after about five years, and you run the risk of sidewall failure (blowouts). Nine year old tires, regardless of mileage are at best dangerous and should be replaced. You can't give them away here, tire shops will not even take them in on trade (nothing over 4 years old) replacement is the best idea, that makes sense. Going slow and driving only at night is iffy, they might make it or they might not. BCO | ||
| FAST FRED (Fast_fred)
Registered Member Username: Fast_fred Post Number: 1517 Registered: 10-2006 Posted From: 75.58.176.244 Rating: N/A |
Since you will need tires eventually , buy them now and simply drive home. Towing on the tires will be about the same loads as driving , and you will have to remove the rear axles to tow if the bus has an auto tranny. A flat bed ride would be easiest in the bus as most Eagles need mucho frame repair before going back in even RV use. FF | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 26 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 209.74.219.11 Rating: N/A |
Anyone know where I can find used tires in the area? I don't really have the budget for tires and need to keep it as cheap as I can. | ||
| Luvrbus (Luvrbus)
Registered Member Username: Luvrbus Post Number: 1107 Registered: 8-2006 Posted From: 74.33.60.241 Rating: N/A |
Steve, there are 3 tire shops in Needles Andy should be able to help, me I use JR's from Essex CA give him a call he deals in used tires and so does the guy east end on 95. I bought some used Toyo 12r 22.5 from him for a friend 300 bucks and they looked new. Also check the school districts in Needles and Mohave Valley bet they have some good luck | ||
| George Martinez (Foohorse)
Registered Member Username: Foohorse Post Number: 506 Registered: 1-2010 Posted From: 69.171.161.117 Rating: N/A |
I wont ever drive with old tires again. one hair raising blow is enough, having three go out on one trip was hell. | ||
| Paul Lawry (Dreamscape)
Registered Member Username: Dreamscape Post Number: 727 Registered: 5-2007 Posted From: 74.2.251.162 Rating: N/A |
If you are looking for used, good luck. I tried that and most of the truckers run them until they are not worth it. Maybe a wrecked truck somewhere you could get lucky. Hope you find something so you can take your Eagle home with you. The only way to fly! | ||
| Teresa (Happycamperbrat)
Registered Member Username: Happycamperbrat Post Number: 252 Registered: 5-2009 Posted From: 96.251.75.190 Rating: N/A |
dont know notin about this guy or his tires/wheels etc. I just spotted this on CL and thought of you. I cant go check them out either because they are a couple hundred miles from me, but this "might" be doable for your situation..... http://bakersfield.craigslist.org/grd/2381230996.html | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 27 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 71.34.214.52 Rating: N/A |
Thanks Everyone for your input. I have come to the conclusion that hauling/towing is not practical. I cannot afford new tires at this time. It is beginning to look like I may try to limp her home as-is. Its a gamble I know but my only other option at this point is to sell her. Thanks again. Steve | ||
| R.C.Bishop (Chuckllb)
Registered Member Username: Chuckllb Post Number: 1522 Registered: 7-2006 Posted From: 97.215.148.108  Rating: N/A |
Stephen...KTF...(Keep the Faith)....it's hot out there and keeping the speed down can be loads of help. I have tires that are old...but at reasonable speeds, they do just fine. 1000 miles at 55 should be no problem...ass u ming they are not cracked flat at this point. If you do not have it, get Road Insurance...mine is with Progressive...they'll do right by you...$125 or so is what I pay (Road Care) Don't give up!!!...you wanted it....make it work!! : Where there is a WILL...there is usually a way. Best wishes...and we're Prayin' for YOU!. RCB | ||
| Fooey (Foohorse)
Registered Member Username: Foohorse Post Number: 582 Registered: 1-2010 Posted From: 69.171.161.197 Rating: N/A |
you could do your driving in the cooler hours at night. | ||
| Len Silva (Lsilva)
Registered Member Username: Lsilva Post Number: 480 Registered: 12-2000 Posted From: 72.187.35.208  Rating: N/A |
There is a pretty good chance that the driver locked up the brakes and flat spotted the tires just before he crashed. | ||
| H3-40 (Ace)
Registered Member Username: Ace Post Number: 1235 Registered: 10-2004 Posted From: 99.205.89.110  Rating: N/A |
I dont know... I seem to fly pretty good in my Prevost! | ||
| Stephen (Mohave_steve)
Registered Member Username: Mohave_steve Post Number: 29 Registered: 7-2007 Posted From: 209.74.219.11 Rating: N/A |
Unfortunately, after 17 years of bus ownership, I am going to be busless. Things are just not coming together. Unexpected expenses and a work schedlule that wont cooperate with my trip plans have pushed me to the conclusion that I need to sell my Eagle. I know I can not expect to get much for her in this market but it is better than leaving her to sit and rot  If anyone here has any interest I will be taking the best offer I receive. Thanks Steve | ||
| R.C.Bishop (Chuckllb)
Registered Member Username: Chuckllb Post Number: 1524 Registered: 7-2006 Posted From: 97.214.180.98 Rating: N/A |
Ace...let me know when you are in the "west"....I'll make it a point to stay out of your way... RCb |