Friday, March 28, 2014

Got the GMC last night. Took 1 plane and 2 cab rides to get to Quartsite, AZ. Got there about 2 and the owner showed her to me. She truly has only 25,000 miles. He explained some things and answered many questions. Then I gave him the cash which after counting it, Bobby handed me the title. I thanked him and headed off in my almost new 1974 GMC Motorhome. She ran great. I went and filled her up with gas. (Ouch) went back in to get the change from the $300. When I came out I noticed a bunch of gas under her. Which really concerned me, seeing how I was about to jump on 10 and take it all the way to Houston. I called the owner up and he brought a mechanic with him. When I tried to move her way from lake gas she refused. She started fine but soon as I put my foot on the gas it died. Took some time but it was just a gas filter and I cracked gas line that was sucking air. Spent my first night in the GMC. Then headed to Texas.
First I headed to big lots and bought a mattress, sheets and pillows. Did not have a bed in her so only got a little sleep last night.
As for the leaking gas tanks it stopped. Only 1 tank is filling up for some reason. (Double tanks)
Going to get a little sleep then hit the road!
If you are ever in Quartzsite I suggest 2things. First you visit Reader's Oasis Books. There you will find Paul Winer. He is some what a legand with the desert folks, even Jay Leno has went and visited his book store.


In fact many famous people have visited Quartzsite just to see Paul's junk. On a nice day you can see Paul pedaling his bicycle junk and all. Ah the desert life!
The other must not miss in Quartzsite is Bobby, the man I bought my MH from. He brought another mechanic with him and they worked on my MH until about midnight. Not many people would have done the same. He manages an RV park at 145 N. Moon Mountain Road. One of the nicest guys you could meet. So if your going thru there stop and see Paul and Bobby. But make sure you tell them Boondocking Doyle said hello.

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