Will It Run - Cheapest Cummins 5.9 Diesel RV
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- Опубліковано 28 сер 2022
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I bought the cheapest Cummins 12 valve diesel motorhome at Copart. It was listed as inoperable: no start, no drive. We had it towed out of the yard with a massive semi rotator wrecker. Will it start, run and drive - or did I get hosed on this deal? - Авто та транспорт
"Will it run?"
It's a 12 valve Cummins. It will *definitely* run.
forever....
The motor not starting may have done you a favor. My 94 HR Endeavor has a B5.9 and the manual says if it isn’t started every month you should pull the fuel pump wire and crank it till you see oil pressure then start engine. I’ve been looking into a pre oiler system (that’s always made sense to me) and Varna Products was great. They spoke with me about their system. The gentleman took his time. We discussed the Cummins 5.9 and he made the comment that the ones that sit tend to have problems on the top end. So spend $1500 for a pre oiler or pull the fuel pump wire and crank her till she’s oily.
That thing Is bad ass. Imagine waking up to the engine running directly under your bed 😂
Well……..I gotta admit that I was initially thinking negatively about this video……BUT……..I was WRONG !
You seem like a knowledgeable guy with a good attitude.
So…………GOOD JOB !!
Thanks! I'm not sure I know what I'm doing but I love a good challenge. There is way too much negativity in our world. Just trying to keep it positive and family friendly. Thanks for watching!
Those fuel shut off solenoids have 2 magnetic coils. One is a strong "pull" coil and the other is a weaker "hold" coil. The stronger pull coil is energized only when cranking and it overcomes the spring. The weaker coil is energized as long as the key is on and it's only purpose is to continue to hold the arm in the up position once the pull coil is no longer activated.
Also you want to make sure that the arm is adjusted correctly and is holding the shutoff lever all the way up or you won't have as much power as you should.
the batteries are dead.
I own a slightly older version of your bounder diesel.
Mine is a 1992 on an Oshkosh chassis. Wonderful RV
I love it! If you post a video on it tag me and I’ll watch it!
I have an Oshkosh Bounder too. Mine is a 1990 Ford 460 gasser. She's 40' long. The 460 does ok on the interstate, but I would really love to put a Cummins in her. At 20k lbs she could definitely use the increased power, not to forget better fuel economy.
I have a 1992 Fleetwood bounder Oshkosh chassis 5.9 Cummins. I paid $7000 for it five years ago. And I love it. It gets 10 1/2 miles to the gallon running the generator at the same time as well as pulling a small car behind.
Are the generator and rv engine on separate tanks? Because the generator is gas not diesel. Also I was not aware that you could buy a bounder with a Cummins very interesting. I am considering swapping a Cummins in an older rv and that’s how I came across this. The 454s seem to get pretty tired when they hit about 50 or 60 thousand miles with these campers… understandable there getting older 30 plus years in age in some cases and the fuel economy is just not practical in today’s day and age with the big block chevys and fords they also have a constant load on them being that it’s a camper and not a truck that can just unhook also they were built pretty heavy back in the day. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated thank you. God bless
So I tried to post a link but it won’t let me but there is another UA-cam channel that I came across that’s doing exactly what I wanna do If you’re interested it’s called
“ SCOTTS MADNESS “.
When you got the engine started I was stoked!
Me too!
If you have Thin-lites like my 94 Endeavor you can replace the fluorescent bulbs with a kit that converts them to led’s for $20 per. I’m changing out all my bulbs and fixtures to LED to reduce draw. The drivers wall on mine was water damage and had mushrooms growing out the back! I’ve cleaned it up and still have a ways to go. Way more work and steps than i have time to describe here but oh what a project! PS when they built these the rear bed deck runs out to within about an 1”+ of the fiberglass cap and that lets water and dirt form the road to run up to behind your bed wall. I’ve got hard eps foam all down the drivers side now and the back wall too up to the window. It took out the inside bedroom side wall out up to 32” just below the window. There was some water intrusion from the rear gap. It now has hard foam and the whole bedroom has new 1/4 oak wainscoting around. An oak cap on the rail is next. I’m planning to build new side “boxes” on the bedsides replacing the funky space killing drawers from some oak 3/4” butcher block slabs I just found next to a dumpster ( Made from a desk the OSU bargain center chucked) and put oak tambour doors on it. It’s like any of these things cars, boats etc. Do it for pleasure (work?) cuz you won’t likely get paid well for your time. Keeping busy might help you avoid some trouble though! I’m going to keep going on it. Good luck!
When you got it going and gave that laugh, that was the best! It's nice to fix things and recycle.
We full time in a diesel pusher from 2001, awesome to see this old girl get rolling.
I love it. If you post a video on it tag me and I’ll watch it!
Dude great video!! Great style
I'll get thrown into state prison just for simply trying to buy a diesel RV that size in California in a few years from now.
I think anyone that still lives in California should be judged as insane
That's a load of crap, but I'm all for putting weak people like yourself in prison.
@@sinistersilverado965 Now I know you are full of it. I see no proof that you can think. At least not without help.
@Nathan Lewis you sound like a reasonable man....why you still there???
Get the f$%k out before they lock the gates!!!
That is why I moved 23 years ago it hasn’t gotten any better .
Such a wonderful video! Thanks
Thanks!
Cool video
Just bought a 95 Spartan chassis 34 footer! Haven't heard it crank or run yet, but the 5.9 and Allison should be just fine with 44,8xx on the clock. Your video is valuable insight for me, gonna try to get it running tomorrow
I love it....put up some videos!
good job I was thinking fuel Solenoid was the problem too
There are 2 coils a pull and a holding coil in that fuel shut off solenoid.
'or did I get hosed on this deal ?' Well we don't know what you paid so who knows. If you paid $1000 you got a steal, if you paid $20000, you got hosed.
Love stuff like this awesome job new subscriber 👍🏻✅💯
You are awesome. Thanks for the sub!
Nice 👍
Got pretty much the same engine and my AC is not blowing any cold... can't wait to see how you're going to fixe yours !
It will be an adventure figuring it out. If you post a video on your camper tag me and I’ll watch it!
When the generator started I was stoked for you
Dood me too! It was such a win!
ive got the exact same gen in my motorhome 8.3 cummins, the gen will never start on the first short ign stroke, but the second click it always starts, just like yours did lol
Awesome
This is Beautiful I'm a fan love this Can you do a full video walk through on it
Absolutely! We are hoping to do a quick rehab and get a family trip in assuming all systems are tested/repaired. I’ll be sure to take you guys along for the progress.
@@BootstrapRevival Here is a Thing we want to see the inside Don't worry about if it works or Not just go around Every thing Bags in the Toilet and bowls in the sink and jugs for the water that's how to Rv Don't worry about The tanks at all and space heaters for your heat source Free standing A/c for your cooling needs 5 gallon water bucket and a corked hot water stick and a plunger and a bucket for your clothes washing and a Wringer to wring water out Water and Dump is Free as long as you bag But car washes are your best bet to empty your grey tank I'm an Rv'er of 40 yrs and do this and Have Zero problems love my life in an Rv
I love to see you win!
This thing was a blast to fire up! Thanks for watching!
Mine ,ours ,sat for 15 years full tank of fuel . Cleared away the mouse nest from the the intake and flashed off.. never even stumbled
That’s awesome. I did the same with an old tractor. I’m not sure what’s in todays diesel but it’s not like it used to be.
you bought one of the best campers. 5.9 is Great ,great engine to this style
Excellent bounder 🇦🇺🇺🇸🚌👍✌️
Exelente trabajo saludos desde Nebraska
Hola desde Virginia. Gracias por ver mi video. ¡Significa mucho para mí!
Dave's RV just sold his Bounder . Check out his videos .
That looks like turbo John’s motorhome from the Carolinas the blue up a few months ago
Class A RVs are known for having horrible dash AC. We have to run the roof tops all the time while driving.
I've got a 1993 southwind DP on the same oshkosh chassis (bought last year). Needed work, but it's on the road now and we're having a blast running around the mountains of GA, NC, and SC. Check out the exhaust manifold for cracks, mine was broken where the manifold drops down for the turbo. Losing lots of boost there. You're probable setup for 230HP with that MD3060 trans, I've got an AT542 that can only take ~230, so the motor is set for 190HP.
Also, those overhead lights eat batteries, the replacement LED fixtures are dirt cheap on amazon and worth every penny.
ALSO, if you've got an amp-clamp DC voltmeter, check the draws on all the crap plugged into the expansion terminals on the 'ford' fuseblock. My ac compressor / ac clutch / ac fan / condensor fan was using ALOT of current out of that fuseblock, __heating up wires__. I added an accessory fusepanel off the battery block under the 'hood', switched it's power via an 80AMP relay from the ignition circuit, and transferred all the ac circuits over to that.
You are not kidding - those relays get hot. It looks like one melted the housing already! I counted the overhead lights, coach lamps, and the underbelly storage. 45....I need 45 bulbs. That is nuts.
The engine I used for my Cummins swap into my Chevy came out of a Ford F-800 box truck. It looks exactly like this one, same manifold that tucks the turbo up under. Same turbo. Same giant starter. And you're right it has a 230HP injection pump. In fact the engine is actually labeled as a "Ford FD1060 diesel engine." Which I learned is just a rebadged Cummins. Runs fantastic. Just a great engine.
@@BootstrapRevival
Simply change them to LED.
Best regards luck and health.
I count that as a win!
For sure!
I have a 05 Duramax that the onan generator was a headache from day one that Cummins couldn't even figure out.when that one ran I had tears in my eyes.🤣🤔
If you still have it - you should check out the Cummins Coach Care locations. They are RV/s and generators only. Maybe they would have more experience with your issues.
GRT ViDeO!
Newbie 94 Bounder owner and of course I bit off more than can chew ... 37ft with tag axle an more neglect that my 1st RV excitement overlooked sAdly.
♡2 see some more of yours in a walk around & any other fixEs that will come up?
Thanks!
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Since diecelS aRe pullers... This is a 454 gaS puller and coil springs front/Rear. I'm having trouble finding any others with coilS~ in the rear, most aRe leafspring doe'S anyone out there have this set up on there Bounder oR is this a big raRe bird?
THX!
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👍👌👏 What a great RV. Congrats! Nevertheless: Without telling us viewers what the price was, it's useless/senseless for me to watch more episodes.
Best regards luck and health.
I appreciate the feedback. I''m no professional youtuber. Just a guy who likes to buy broke stuff, fix it and share the story with people. To answer your question the total cost break down video is coming. I think it is most fair to show exactly what I bid, the fees, tow bill and repair cost to get it safely on the road. I've yet to road trip it back to my house, so I think it would be premature. Life has dealt us a few gut punches lately I'll go into that in the how much did it cost video. I appreciate you watching and commenting!
Considering the fact having good expertise to revamp old engines your work needs appreciation ...as you said being ain't a youtuber ...I do appreciate your passion and of course any passionate automotive lover has reason to share his experience so that many do find it useful. Oldmachines are a different level altogether and it is fun ...and I appreciate your work.
“We’re winning” lol
Never was concerned with the dash A/C. Just fired the generator, and turned on one of those rooftop A/C units. At 13,500 BTUs each, you’ll cool off in no time.
I like this idea!
i have a 97 bounder with one slide, 5.9 with banks, propane generator. 72k miles. air brakes, freightliner chassis. drove it home from the charity auction. hydraulic leveling, air bag suspension. i thought mine was a good buy? how much was yours?
@8:59 I'm jumping over to check the oil pressure gauge.....wonder if the previous owner was regretting selling now that you fixed it.
Fortunately, pressure was on point! I'd love to know the story form the previous owner.
1 starting battery is not enough that is your problem. It should have a jump button to use all 3 batteries to start.
It sure does. I ended up swapping out the coach battery with new hd truck battery and its been rock solid on the cold starts since.
Can I ask you how much did you pay for it I was kind of interested in one
First time seeing this Chanel i was wondering what brand coach came with the cummins in it?
Hey! Welcome. This one is a Fleetwood Bounder on an Oshkosh truck frame. It was the last run before they sold the frame to Freightliner. Thanks for watching!
Do you mind if I start a series on my other channel where I bought the cheapest 12v cummins rv? I found your videos after I bought my RV. My rv is a 1992 coachmen sanatana with a 12v cummin I got for 500 bucks.
Dood thats awesome! Go for it. I'd love to see them!
Got you a Lonewolf 2000! You must watch Vice Grip Garage.
Love me some VGG!
I think its smarter start the main Engine first..😂then the Generator after it runs..because it not wear your Batteries out like that..New filters,new oils..and brake fluid spray..then it shut start up..
You should puta back up beeper on rv
How much did you buy it for. Thx
Great. I'm thinking of getting a Spartan RV. Whats the main problems to look for?
Hey Mark! All the RV's I've ever owned had one main enemy and thats water intrusion. Walk the roof, check under all the windows and doors, step on the floor everywhere. The floor should have a consistent feel through the whole unit. If buying a class A batteries and tires are extremely expensive. Check for dry rot cracks not just tread depth. Let us know how the RV search goes!
@@BootstrapRevival Thanks. I'm in England and we have quite a number of US RV's here. Some at crazy prices and a few that need work going cheap. I will look out for damp and spongy roofs and floors. Great video. I hope the price was right. Mark.
Dale and Glenn would be proud!. LOL
The Walking Dead reference btw.. Congrats on getting it up and moving!. 👏👏🍻
shut down solenoid is wired to the starter. Your batteries are too low which is why its not pulling in.
Hey man. I’m actually looking at buying one of these tomorrow. I can’t seem to find anyone else with a 5.9 Cummins bounder. Do you have a ig?
How did your camper inspection go? No IG for me at the moment.
@@BootstrapRevival I bought it! Wish there was a way for us to communicate off of this comment section
It's a pre 2006 Cummins it will be just fine
2007.5 is when they changed to 6.7
It's pre 98.5
It's a mechanical 12v.
@@lewisbradford3305 The best of the 5.9's good ole 12 valve.
What kind of MPG’s will that riff get? 👍
It got 8-10 🤣
My friend has 2 mobile homes.. One was too small(so bought a bigger one) tried to sell it was worth way less then the loan so they kept it sitting.. (still paying)someplace..Older mobil homes are NOT allowed in a lot of parks they check the age to allow entry.. Reality.. Tried to sell 2nd motor home on pay as you go to someone they knew.. He Stopped payments when it had repairs needed.. I am not kidding.. They had an rv magazine sent to my address for year and years i read them all i learned a lot.. Roofs leak a lot so do windows causing a lot of unseen damage.. Most still use wood framing.. I lot need a truck stop for repairs they are truck under carriages.. 4 miles to the gallon.. Hook up your sheet and water lines..They even had a cart for transporting your sheet if not near a hook up. ever take your poop for a walk about.. you will... Dont by one thinking a great investment they are money pits.. Slideouts jam when long term parking settle and go off track.. freeze up too.. Pay extra for some one to hook up your poop and water and electrical.. worth it.. surge supressors adapters needed not all parks the same.. You be carrying sheet and if not maintained it gets hard.. I highly recommend that magazine, forget name but it was very informative.. Electrical batteries how they charge etc its a whole new world.. Of a fastly depreciating home.. woops there is the generator ,what powers it propane gas diesel tank size is it connected to diesel tank.. Then the heating system whats its fuel?? cooking too..did you emember to fillit does it leak.. Honey did you fill the fresh water tank? Its not a car its a complicated device..Then solar system to charge batteries?? thats complicated all on its own.. 120 or 12volt?? hows the fridge powered? have fun..
I'm no stranger to RV's. I think this is #7 for me. Coach engine and generator pull from same diesel tank. Fridge, stove and hot water are run off the onboard propane tank. Shore power runs microwave and inverter. 12v runs coach lights and water pump. We camp in state parks, national parks or public use lands - they don't discriminate against older campers. Replacing RV roofs is no fun but doable. Fortunately this one is one is good condition. Nobody like emptying black tanks. Thanks for the comments!
I would love to know your total cost for this awesome RV.
It’s coming! I’m hoping to do a cost breakdown once I can road trip it to my house. Thanks for watching and commenting!
If your paying around 10k 15k for a 10 year old pusher thats a win anyday
Animals out... lol poor fellahs
funny not one mention of air in fuel line or having to bleed the fuel line of air. thats all i mostly see on starting a stagnant diesel rv. appears he never had to bleed fuel line of air.
I did not crack one line open. I was surprised myself. Once I had enough battery to spin the motor over fast enough and I got that solenoid working she fired right off....drove it a few months ago 2 states at 65-70 with new tires. Drove like a champ.
1993 Allegro Bay Pusher diesel, runs but have an air brake issue. How would I contact you?
Oh man, my air brake experience is extremely limited. I'm not sure I 'd be able to help. Sorry! The Allegro's are cool RV's though!
Where's ur either
ford parts? I'd worry if they were chryster/dodge
WTF..... $?
2 million dollar truck
Beverly hillbillys camper
The music junked another video 👎👎👎👎💩💩💩😬😬
Hey Dale, I appreciate you watching and commenting. I’m no professional UA-camr or editor. Just a regular dood who likes seeing old stuff fixed. As a one man operation it might take a while but I’m trying to level up my skills on all fronts!