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Email acrosport2//hotmail.comJohn Ruff, 1691 W Commerce Ave, Gilbert, AZ 85233I am rather new to <strong>GMC</strong>'s and currently own two of them. I will do whatever I can - give you a ride - a nightsstay - tools - and a genuine desire to help. Home 480-452-8077 Email j_r_ruff@yahoo.comSteve & Bernice Marks Russell, 5937 East Aster Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85254We have a 77 Coca Cola and are located in the Northeast part of Phoenix on the Scottsdale border. We have adriveway, 40 Amp electrical hookup, and dumping ability. I have a lot of automotive tools, jacks, stands, aircompressor, welders and some metal wo Home 480-991-0624 Cell 602 524-0063 Email srussell108@cox.<strong>net</strong>Carl Stouffer, 5231 N. Valley View Rd., Tucson, AZ 86718<strong>GMC</strong> Newbie as of July '08'. We have room for additional coaches, 50 amp hook-up, water,and dump facilities.Good knowledge of the Tucson area, good relationship with an honest auto repair shop with RV experience, anda good parts facility. I am mechanically inclined and have an ever expanding selection of tools and equipmentas well as welding and limited fabrication abilities. I have jumped into this <strong>GMC</strong> thing with both feet and amwilling to help any way I can. Home (520) 577-2530 Cell (520) 240-9836 Pager (520) 240-7425 Emailcarljr3b@yahoo.comRonald E & Regina M Sumandal, 4901 Courtney Bay, Ft. Mojave, AZ 86426And the Pumpkin-Rose Can assist from Needles Ca. to Laughlin NV. Hey that's three States, Don't know if I'dbe much help, but got an ear. Have not found any good service in this area. Have some cheap (retired with nomoney) tools if I can find ‘ em, Whic Home 520-758-5352Kerry & Leanne Tandy, Canyon Vista R V Resort, Gold Canyon, AZ 85218Bearing Tool Willing to assist however we can. Home 480-648-1152 Cell 325-201-3252 Pager 325-201-2282Email bewartz@gmail.comJohn Washington, Scottsdale, AZI have a 75 <strong>GMC</strong> Avion on which I'm doing quite a bit of work prior to first voyage under my ownership. I canprovide some limited direct help to other owners (mainly limited by lack of space, lack of time, 20-month olddaughter, etc.). However, we have 50 amp plug-in, sewer dump, some tools (none of the specialized tools yet,but I'm sure that will change), walking distance to great restaurants, library, shopping, etc. in Old TownScottsdale. Also have a few recommendations for local mechanics, tire shops, etc., who've done work for me.Have a place in Payson with much more space and a plug in, but no sewer dump yet, fewer tools, and fewerconnections for mechanical service, etc. Home 480.967.3289 Email john@ReactionResearch.comRick Zodrow, Prescott,, AZI am not a mechanic but could be a good "port in the storm" if your having problem in the Prescott, Arizonaarea. Call me if your having questions or problems. Home 928-541-9693ARKANSASBill Bissell, 901 Trammel Road, Little Rock, AR 72117Have most tools including 6 T floor jack, coffee or a cool one always handy. We try - not - to be here in thewinter or summer (son lives here ) but not always successful in getting away. Will try to help if needed. Home501-940-0223 Cell 501-590-3583 Email dad.bbissel1@gmail.com5


Steve Clevenger, 13856 S Hwy 170, West Fork, AR 72774I'm 8 miles south of Fayetteville at Exit 53 on I-540 in northwest Arkasas. Some tools & mechanical knowhow.I know a good shop that can fix most things. No plug-ins but there are RV parks near me. I'm on the wayto Devil's Den state park. Anyways up for good conversation. Home 918-946-5224 Emailsteveclevenger@runbox.comJack Gladden, 13969 Noah Rd, Gravette, AR 72736Have a 30/40 Shop with Drive thru bay. Have most kind of tools. Have always done my own work . But notexperenced on <strong>GMC</strong> but it is a machine. Know most RV places in this area. don't drank coffee But know how tomake it. Home 479-795-0663 Cell 479-644-4674 Email jackgladden@centurytel.<strong>net</strong>Mike Japczyk, 19492 Hwy 62, Eureka Springs, AR 72631I know a lot about olds engines and have tools to do just about anything. Down the road from us is a RV repairplace,if we can't be of help. Home 479-153-4914 Cell 479-981-9742 Email sincerelyolds@yahoo.comDon & Donna Redding, 2806 So. 16th St., Fort Smith, AR 72901I can offer you a garage and some tools for you to use. Water and elec. hookups Help find a mechanic (I'm not)Home (901) 785-4351 Email DRedd65761@aol.comRex & Pam Trammell, 310 Log Cabin Road, Kingsland, AR 71652Cleveland County, South Arkansas. Trammell's Engine Service, can offer assistance, some tools, a warm fire,coffee, cokes and sympathetic ear. Home 870-348-5501Gordon & Nancy Wickstrom, Cherokee Village, AR 72529near US 62/412 and US 63. No technical expertise, but moral support and whatever help. 78 Royale Home 870-710-2355 Email gordon.wick73@gmail.comCALIFORNIACharles Aulgur, La Mesa, CABearing Tool We have a La Mesa mailing address, however, we live in San Diego County in an unincorporatedarea between La Mesa and El Cajon on the southwest side of MT. Helix. La Mesa is the first subdivision goingeast out of San Diego on Interstate 8 and El Cajon is Home (619) 465-9875Ron and Carol Barkley, Highway 101,, Eureka, CAWe are new owners of a 1976 El II with limited knowledge or tools, but are more than willing to assist fellow<strong>GMC</strong>'ers how ever we can. Someone is usually home. Home 707-444-2240Gene Barlow, 1916 Pecan Tree St., Hemet, CA 92545Home 909 929 8507 Email sgbarlow@koan.comGene Barrow, 845 Peninsula Drive, Lake Almanor, CA 96137When we are at Lake Almanor I will cover the area along I-5 and Ca. 99 between Redding and Chico and US395 around Susanville, Ca. This includes Ca Hiways 36, 32, 44, 70 and 89 between I-5 and Us 395. Other Cell619-934-5224 Home 530-259-5512 Cell 619-871-5107 Email gbarrow2@cox.<strong>net</strong>George Beckman, 2602 Highway 174, Colfax, CA 95713Have tools, know EFI and know guys who know guys. Probably can't pull an engine here, but could sure try tohelp. Have place to work on cement with power. Home 530-346-6038 Cell 559-706-3485 Email6


gbeckman@pggp.comFin and Mary Beven, 1312 Via del Rey, South Pasadena, CA 91030On a hill with a fantastic 180-degree view from the <strong>GMC</strong> pad. 30 amp service, water, and a pump-out station ifyou have a mascerator. Few <strong>GMC</strong>-specific tools, but we've got lots of wood-working tools, drill press,compressor, etc. Good food, good drink, and pretty good company. Home 323-344-8720 Cell 626-616-7124Work 626-243-4145 Email FinBeven@MSN.comBrent Blakely, 8005 Tetotom Park Way, Antelope, CA 95843We haven't owned our <strong>GMC</strong> RV for very long, but love the concept and simplicity of it. As for tools, I havemy own, but most of my experience is with fixing and maintaining my street and race cars. I do know of RVDoctor George as a reference for any question I might have, so he's who I'd recommend if anyone is stranded inmy area. Don't hesitate to call if the need arises. Home 916 595 3355 Email pomracer@yahoo.comJohn Blankenship, 1356 Burlwood Ct, Tulare, CA 93274Bearing Tool Off freeway 99 half way between Fresno and Bakersfield Home 559-688-2516 Emailjtblank@yahoo.comDave Bockman, 15870 Ave 309, Visalia, CA 93292We have had our <strong>GMC</strong> for only about one year, but I have almost completely gone through a restoration ofeverything mechanical and interior ...... well not quite !! At least I have a reasonable level of confidence andcould help a few people on what I have learned. We also live on a 20 acre walnut ranch next to a river and havea good place to park for anyone traveling through the central part of California. Home 559-732-8242 Emailcarnut@clearwire.<strong>net</strong>Doug and Barb Bodine, 41045 Mynatt, Three Rivers, CA 93271We have some basic mechanical skills or can find someone to fix almost anything. We can act as tour guides,providers of safe shelter to those in need, give words of comfort or encouragement and can, on occasion evencook biscuits and gravy. Home 559-561-4920 Email Bodinehouse@aol.comChuck and Mary Botts, 3882 Mt. Albertine Ave, San Diego, CA 92111Professionally remodeled 23'. Can direct to various services, places to visit/stay in area. Retired and travel fromMay to November. Home 858-292-1482 Email cbotts@san.rr.comGary & Rebecca Bovee, 12495 Muller Ave., Red Bluff, CA 96080We are rather new to the <strong>GMC</strong> community with limited knowledge , but fair amount of tools. We are located5.2 miles east of Red Bluff, off of I-5 Freeway main exit to Red Bluff. Plenty of parking, water and 30 ampelectrical hookup. Compressor, jack stands, and welder. Willing to assist fellow <strong>GMC</strong>er’s however we can.Home (530) 527-3717 or Cell (530) 200-3830. Home 530 527-3015 Cell (530) 200-6247 Emailgcbgold@yahoo.comBruce Brown, 25722 Eastwind Dr., Dana Point, CA 92629Am new to the <strong>GMC</strong> and I have no speciality tools. I can offer info on reputable repair shops, local info, a coldbeer, hot coffee, moral support and an extra hand if needed. In So. Calif. in the South County. Cell 714 904-7662Francis Burgess, 2490 Chestnut St., Hanford, CA 93230Bearing Tool Home (559) 584-6474 Cell (559) 779-1566 Email Fburg57145@aol.comGeorge Butts, 14254 Monte Verde Road, Apple Valley, CA 92307Will help anyway we can day or night. Just call, I love adventures. Home 760 242 5039 Cell 760 221 50307


Email george.b21@verizon.<strong>net</strong>William B. Cannon, 1437 Seacrest Dr, Imperial Beach, CA 91932<strong>GMC</strong> Pacific Cruisers member. Home 619-429-9241 Cell 619-922-2829 Email f8drvr@hotmail.comRichard & Ellen Castleberry, 988 Vallombrosa Ave., Chico, CA 95926Have space in shop with floor jacks, stands, compressor, tools. Room to work indoors. Near Hwy 32 betweenHwy 5 and 99. Leave a message and I'll call ASAP.Home 530 345-3540 Email bukzin@gmail.comJohn Chalfant, 320 Montego Key, Novato, CA 94949Limited mechanical knowledge and only a few tools. Good area knowledge re who can fix what. Home 415-382-9757 Cell 415-246-1850 Email marinchalfant@juno.comEldon Chapman, Lompoc, CA 93436I do all my own mechanic and electronics work, have quite a few tools. If you need help, PLEASE talk to theanswering machine, if I'm there I WILL pick up. Glad to be of help. Bought my <strong>GMC</strong> approximately June2007. Home 805-735-6398 Cell 805-331-5939 Email eldonchapman2006@yahoo.comJack Christensen, 1916 Coffee Lane, Sebastopol, CA 95472Glad to lend a hand. I have tools and fairly good mechanical/electrical skills. Could provide a temporaryemergency parking spot, but it's hard to get to. Home 707-829-3333 Cell 707-481-7351 Emailcaptjack@sonic.<strong>net</strong>Frank & Freddie Condos, Ahwahnee, CABearing Tool 20 miles from Yosemite, off Highway 49. Have a shop, plenty of tools including a BEARINGTOOL, and can help fix most any thing. More importantly, hospitality, a place to park and any thing you wishto drink. Home 559-683-5185Larry and Jan Conley, 8480 Reche Vista Dr, Colton, CA 92324we're south of Loma Linda, San Bernardino, Redlands, I10 fwy, North of Moreno Valley, Riverside, I60 fwy, afew miles east of the I 215 fwy,and 91 fwy,Have plenty room, hand and power tools, jacks, stands, compressor,welder, Jan makes the best cup of coffee in the west, overnight parking can be accommidated. Reche Canyonroad is a little narrow so use care on your way in, BTW I'm not afraid to get dirty. I have Gallons of handcleaner. Home 909 370 2923Bob Cook, 411 N. Elena Ave., Redondo Beach, CABearing Tool Even though I have a BEARING TOOL, all I can offer is advice on the phone. <strong>The</strong> area I live inis very congested and not suitable for working on <strong>GMC</strong>'s. I can always talk on the phone if someone needsadvice on <strong>GMC</strong>'s or where to find parts. Home 310 372-9323Jerry and Suzanne Covington, San Dimas, CANear junction of the 10 and 210, about 40 miles east of Los Angeles. We have a place to park, and can help withlocal parts and repair facilities. In fact, we are near the shop of one of the West Coast masters. We have a decentselection of tools, some ba Home (909) 305-1434 Email sdtraveler@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Desmond Crisis, 1133-H Mason CT, Treasure Island, CA 94130We're halfway across the San Francisco / Oakland Bay Bridge. We have a lot of parking on the island, but it'sonly boondocking and we'll have to tell the police what's going on but they shouldn't have an issue. We don'thave many mechanical resources at home, but we can locate you just about anywhere in San Francisco and get8


you or needed parts to and from Fremont. Home 415-989-9100 Email ces@opg.orgBert and Fay Curtis Curtis, Kneeland, CA 95549Have a good set of tools (including some <strong>GMC</strong> specific), spares and over 10 years knowledge of working andkeeping our <strong>GMC</strong> on the road. Have place you can work on your coach or stop and visit for extended time (caneven store your coach for a while if needed). Know where to get parts locally and who will work on your coachif you can't and we can't fix what ails it. Don't do coffee or beer, but wine, tea, hard liquer, water and soft drinksare available. Bring your own steaks- with extras for us- and we will have a barbque! Always enjoy having<strong>GMC</strong>ers stop and camp in our Redwood forest. Please call if you are passing through, even if you don't needassistance. Home 707-443-8523 Email curtisunlimited@aol.comBill & Lill Deal, 3065 Stockett Way, San Diego, CA 92117Home 858 270-3023 Cell 619 417-8525 Email isoutput@pacbell.<strong>net</strong>Kavita Deva, CAJust a gal who loves her gmc and is open to talk with others. Email kavita@hotmail.comCarlo DiFabio, 242 Toledo Ct, Vallejo, CA 94591At the intersection of I-80, I-780 Hwy 37 and Hwy 29. Have a 26 foot long level driveway for repairs or to hostan overnight visitor. <strong>GMC</strong>er since 12/09 experience so far with water and sewage system and we have recentlydone an engine replacement. Have a floor jack and many tools. Home 707-853-1734 Cell 510-207-0009 Emailcarlodifabio@hotmail.comDick & Carmela Elsley, 2596 McCrea Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362Have tools, parking and a pretty good RV repair shop near by. Cell 805-905-8168 Email dick@elsley.nameDavid & Connie Enos, Colfax, CA 95713We are new owners of a 1976 Royale with limited knowledge and basic shop tools, but are more than willing toassist fellow <strong>GMC</strong>'ers how ever we can. Have room for a Coach, electrical, water Home 530-389-8424 Cell916-806-9773 Email davide@foothill.<strong>net</strong>Don & Donna Fink, Bakersfield, CAWe are brand new <strong>GMC</strong>'ers, so don't have tremendous knowledge about our coaches yet. We do have a shopwith some tools and plenty of encouragement. We have electricity, and water hook up. We will also have adump facility in a couple of weeks. I know the a Home 661-589-5923 Cell 661-333-4922Eugene Fisher, 2480 Marina Ave., Livermore, CA 94550Bearing Tool Place to park, place to dump, good shop, so-so mechanical skills. Home 925.447.8079Creighton Fong Fong, 2112 10th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606-2618Bearing Tool Tools, gas/mig welder - One mile from Lake Merritt, but most likely no parking available within2blocks from my house BEARING TOOL Home 510 536-1719 Work 510 287-0868 Email cfong@ebmud.comDonald M. Foulger, Fresno, CA 93727I myself, am mechanically impaired but I have a local whiz with a complete workshop in a truck who can doanything for and to a <strong>GMC</strong> that could be needed. He even built a Modern <strong>GMC</strong> over a two year period. Thismechanic plus will work weekends and is very Home 559-255-9302Frank Freeman, 410 Trotter Dr, Vallejo, CA 945912-miles off i-80 near Marine world. 100' drive way For off street help we can always put someone up if there is9


an emergency. Home 707-557-4066 Cell 707-225-1799 Email f.freeman@usa.<strong>net</strong>Mike and Judy Frothinger, Santa Rosa, CALimited knowledge and tools, but willing to help if I can. Always coffee, most of the time wine or beer. Havename and number for a good local shop that can probably help too. Home (707) 538-4621 Cell 707 480-1258Email mfrothinger@Yahoo.comAdrien Genesoto, 1335 Honor Oak Ln., Yuba City, CA 95993A newcomer at this with no shop, general tools, no specialty tools yet, mechanical knowledge, close to partstores, can be a gopher and whatever other support I can. Good knowledge of N. Ca.roads. Alsofixman54@syix.com Home (530) 674-9155 Cell (530)933-3996 Email genesoto@syix.comEric Gibbons, Grass Valley, CASierra Foothills. General shop tools & skills, good will, will help, parking w/ AC power, strong coffee. Home530-477-5302Steve Gilbert, Auburn, CAJust off I-80 between Sacramento and Reno / Tahoe. Little driveway in little city by local High School! Havesome tools, can direct to facilities, etc. Home (530)885-3273Dean Hanson, 2318 Warm Springs Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538I have owned 1 or more <strong>GMC</strong>'s since 1979. I have installed 3 engines and a wide variety of repairs. I am anexperienced RV'er. This address is my construction yard where you could perform your own repair , seek helpand/or advice and/or just stay the nig Home (510) 657-9600John Harbut, 153 Spinks Canyon Road, Duarte, CA 91010I have lots of tools and an arc welder that I haven't used yet, and an old pickup truck that could be used to haulsomething big and/or dirty. I could do an assist easily enough. To reach our home requires going up 400 to 500'in elevation in about 1/2 mile, a fairly stiff climb for older or ailing motorhomes. Walmart and Home Depotnearby for parking. Autozone, Kragen, and Pep Boys also nearby. Home 626-359-3865 Emailjharbut@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Joe and Sharon Healey, 7343 El Camino Real #182, Atascadero, CA 93422Home 805 461-0111 Cell 805 294-2294 Email jhealey@charter.<strong>net</strong>Joe Hewitt, 13262 Stone Canyon Rd, Poway, CA 92064-2132Home 858-487-4044Peter Huber, 8190 Surrey Lane, Oakland, CA 94605Bearing Tool Have many tools, jacks etc. and know where to get parts if needed. Can park in front of my homefor minor repairs. Call first to see if I am home. Home 510-569-5662 Email a1huber@prodigy.<strong>net</strong><strong>Black</strong> (really) Jagoe, 4836 Ramsdell Ave, La Crescenta, CA 91214-1950Home 818-248-7255 Cell 818-486-2336 Email jagoetl@hotmail.comTim Jeffries, 19324 Santee Lane, Valley Center, CA 92082I am a park host at San DIego's Hellhole Canyon Open Space Preserve. I have a huge parking lot and its ok fora short stay if we lay low. It's not an RV campground, just me and a very large staging area. We DO have someprimitive campsites for school groups, churches, boy/girl scout troops, <strong>GMC</strong>ers??? lets ask! It would be fun tohave a small rally here. <strong>The</strong>re is room for about 10 RVs (but we have to leave room for horse trailers:) <strong>The</strong>hilking is challenging but good here with about 10 miles of trails and even some granite (for climbers) with a bit10


of a hike to it. Home 760-749-5679 Cell 760-877-2778 Email landhound1@gmail.comRon Johnson, 2892 S Santa Fe #115, San Marcos, CA 92069owner of 77 eleganza 2 Home 619-733-5690 Email ronjohnson@gltcinsurance.comJim Kanomata, 47626 Kato Rd, Fremont, CA 94538Bearing Tool I own a parts and service shop dedicated to <strong>GMC</strong> <strong>Motorhome</strong>s. We will provide free access toour shop with it's power hookups and inter<strong>net</strong> access to those who are broken down in our area. We have thelargest inventory of <strong>GMC</strong> parts and special tools west of Mississippi. Towing is provided through a localcompany. Home 800-752-7502 Cell 408-639-0737 Email jimk@appliedairfilters.comBill and Joan Keilmy, 351 Quintana Rd, Morro Bay, CAWife and I own Morro Bay Tire and Auto. Although we don't specialize in <strong>GMC</strong> repair, we do have knowledgeand experience with brakes, suspension, steering and minor repairs. We will be glad to help. Home 805 4640513 Work 805 772 6060Larry & Katie Kepple, 22498 Buckboard Trail, Palo Cedro, CA 96073Near Redding in Northern Calif Home 530-547-3869Jack & Mary Kincaid, 17775 Mayflower drive, Castro Valley, CA 94546We have a coffee pot, spare bedroom, address' of local repair shops and the phone numbers for a bunch of <strong>GMC</strong>friends. Castro Valley is just South of Oakland, CA Home 510-886-5157 Cell 510-508-5157 Emailjackekincaid@gmail.comVince Kirkhuff, 65 S. Tassajara Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405I've only been a <strong>GMC</strong>-er since October 2008, but I have a good set of basic tools and know how to use them.<strong>The</strong> wine rack always has a bottle that's ready for drinking, and the beer is always cold. Home 8055436716Email vjkirk@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Louis Lauriello, Bonsall, CA 92003North San Diego county, 5 miles west of highway 15, 25 east of highway 5 near highway 76. Basic tools. Home760 630 5780 Cell 760 271 2639 Email llauriello@cox.<strong>net</strong>Andrew Lazorchak, Yountville, CA 94599In the heart of napa valley (Yountville cross rd & Silverado Trail) you have a refuge and a place for tools, adrink, and banter about <strong>GMC</strong>s & so on. I have basic tools & a great mechanic nearby for anything large.Plenty of space in my side yard and driveway, for anyone in need, and potentially a place for a night for a<strong>GMC</strong>er on tour Home 917-400-8488 Email lazora@gmail.comGuy Lopes, Elk Grove, CA 95624This is my fourth <strong>GMC</strong>. Through the years I have gained some knowledge about the <strong>GMC</strong> and it's specialrequirements. I don't have enough space at home to do major maintenance, but if you need to stop for a night,there's a spot on the side of my house and I have an extensive tool collection including machine tools for almostany type of metalworking and machining- Guy Home 916-548-5984 Cell 916-548-5984 Emailtawptool@surewest.<strong>net</strong>Toby & Nancy Maki, Riverside, CA 92509Bearing Tool We're close to several major freeway intersections in Southern California. Help is near anywherefrom L.A. to Palm Springs, and Barstow to San Diego. Have tools, manuals, and can help. Home (951) 360-0423 Email tmaki@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>11


Andre Mandel, 2025 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA 94117I live in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, and my coach is usually parked nearby in the neighborhood. Happyto help with my tools and time if possible! Happy Trails! Cell 510-459-7686 Email andre.mandel@gmail.comBob McKechnie, Sacramento, CA 95864Bearing Tool Torsion bar unloader, jacks, and common hand tools. Still a relative neophyte, but learning fast.Can offer a driveway (inclined), assistance, encouragement, "gophering," and transportation. Home (916) 971-3541 Cell (916) 801-7951Daryl Meyers, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762Limitied mechanical knowleged and ability but willing to do whatever I can to help. Fair selection of smalltools. Cell 530-383-1955 Email dcmeyers@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Mickey Mitchell, PO Box 8903, Anaheim, CA 92812Bearing Tool May be able to help in any way that I can, if possible at the time. Have bearing puller, some info,LAX or Disneyland area is my back yare. Have info on places to stay in the Disneyland area. I own a buscompany and have ability to give you a ride if needed Work 714 642 5399Ken<strong>net</strong>h Morris, 1505 Sylvan Meadows Drive, Modesto, CA 95355I have tools and basic knowledge of <strong>GMC</strong> motothomes, welders and knowledge of the service facilitys within a50 mile radius. Home (209) 404-6038 Email ken@aaaaimage.comMarilyn H. Murphy, 1158 26th St, #669, Santa Monica, CA 90403Not a mechanically inclined, but will help if can Home 310 828-2240 Email drstretch@juno.comJoe & Kathy Nehl, Loma Rica, CA 95901We are in Northern CA between Marysville & Grass Valley off of Hwy 20. Have a pad with a full hookup andtools, air, jacks, shop to work in. Call anytime. Home (530)743-6050 Cell (530)632-6050 Emailjnehl@syix.comBob Nerrie, Redwood City, CAKnowing virtually nothing about the <strong>GMC</strong> and not mechanically inclined, I can give someone a lift if theyneeded it; I could refer them to Tony and Dave at Nor Cal <strong>GMC</strong> where my coach is being made roadworthy;and I do know where to get coffee (my wife's Home 650-599-9673 Email ranern@aol.comHoward and Susie Nielsen, 3165 Torreon Dr, Alpine, CA 91901Bearing Tool You can call 24/7 if you are broke down. Full hook up if you have poop pump if not water andpower "15 amp". Home 619 445 9777 Cell 619 977 9744 Email hnielsen2@cox.<strong>net</strong>Doug Norton, 206 Yosemite Circle, Vacaville, CA 95687Have tools and usually have time to help. Can provide transport assistance (parts run etc.) Home 707 474-3616Cell 208 440-8702 Email nortocd@yahoo.comRogert Nuttmann, 2914 Stonefield Dr, Jamul, CA 91935I am not a pro mechanic but do know the ones in the area that are. Jamul is right next to El Cajon where thereare lots of RV mechanics and repair shops, some of them even know quite a bit about the <strong>GMC</strong>s. I get a lot ofmy major work done up in Upland by Miguel Mendez. But if you need help and are in the area I would be gladto assist. Home 619-579-0913 Cell 619-227-9840 Email bbnuttmann@yahoo.comDave Posey, Citrus Height, CABearing Tool a suburb of Sacramento. A few tools, very little mechanical talent but I have space for several12


coaches, power , water, sewer connection, and a phone to seek out better care if needed. BEARING TOOLHome 916 725 3498Larry Price, Atascadero, CA(Hwy. US 101) "Central Coast" area of CA : Workshop with <strong>GMC</strong> bay, dump station, elec hook-up underconstruction. "Way too many tools" .according to wife. Home 805/ 466-4195 Work 805/ 545-3642Jerry Rich, Torrance, CAHome 310 328-5623 Email jerryrich2@aol.comJim Richardson, Solvang, CAArea of coverage: Santa Ynez Valley to Buellton, CA. Have plenty of hand tools, floor jack and stands, free andquestionable advice. Also have sewer dump. Plenty of refreshments and nourishments. Don't have bearingremoval tools, yet Home 805-688-1659Ryan and April Russell, 2450 Aztec Ave, Ventura, CA 93001I have no tools yet but I know local rv mechanic who has worked on <strong>GMC</strong>'s since '73. He has mobil service. Ihave plenty of room at my house, know the area and can make a MEAN cafe latte. Home 805-641-0496 Cell323 497-7112 Email rwrx@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Gene and Bobbie Schultz, 1161 Meadow Lake Drive, Vista, CA 92084I live in North San Diego County,. I don't have any place to park, except out in the street, but that is still legalhere in Vista. or if calling from a pay phone somewhere in the Southwest, 800 315 6668. Home 760 941 1538Craig Schultz, 3511 Rolph Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762Bearing Tool Bearing Puller Engine lift and replacement tools Home 916-933-1410Al & Carol Scott, Dixon, CA 95620Have hand tools and coffee. Know where parts houses are, Inter<strong>net</strong> access. Home 707-678-6889 Cell 707-372-3064 Email 1buckeye2@charter.<strong>net</strong>George E Scott, 4581 Via Maria, Santa Barbara, CA 93111Bearing Tool If you need help or just visiting can provide "regular" tools, BEARING TOOL, floor jacks, basicwelding, air tank, and battery charger. Inter<strong>net</strong> and some "<strong>GMC</strong> parts (spare Air Bag, service and parts manualsif needed. and unlimited coffee or other ingest Home (805) 967-9735 Cell (805) 451-8688 EmailGSCOTT154@COX.NETJerry Shelton, San Clemente, CAI'm not much of a mechanic but would be glad to help a <strong>GMC</strong>'er with info and help to the extent of my verylimited knowledge. Home 949-498-6267John Shutzbaugh, PO Box 2966, Vacaville, CA 95696Bought our coach new in 1978. Most everything has failed and been repaired by now. If I can remember how Ifixed it, I'll be glad to help. Home 707-451-9421 Email ncserv@aol.comBradford Simms, 5426 Simpson Ave, Valley Village, CA 91607Hand, air tools and a place to work if you get stuck in the Valley Dude call my cell 24/7 Home 818-508-7763Cell 818-693-1697 Email bradfordsimms@gmail.comBob Sobrito, 9927 Lemon Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941Bearing Tool Have Daren's new bearing tool plus most other misc tools for repair or maintenance. Be more13


than glad to help out if I can. Home 619-460-2145 Cell 619-990-4555 Email rssbob@cox.<strong>net</strong>Denise Soza, PO Box 713, Monte Rio, CA 95462I'm learning to turn a wrench on my own rig. Will help you anyway I can if you're in Sonoma County. Home707-865-3048 Cell 707-775-9317 Pager 707-529-8173 Email dsoza@yahoo.comNewton Sparks, 20707 Nonpareil Way, Groveland, CA 95321I have very limited <strong>GMC</strong> knowledge but can help with tools and chase parts or anything else that I can doHome 209-962-0886 Cell 209-840-2290 Email sparky01usa@gmail.comEd Staal, 2211 Earle Ct, Redondo Beach, CA 90278We live in a residential neighborhood and have no parking available. I will assist you however, whatever yourneeds may be. I can recommend two garages in the area which are honest and reliable. Home 310-374-7678Email eestaal@verizon.<strong>net</strong>Paul Stout, 873 N 9th Ave, Upland, CAHome 909 949 4145Art Sulenski, Bakersfield, CASouthern part of state, Kern County Do not have much for a place to work on coaches but do know Don Fink(on the list also) who has a large area. I have hand tools (no brg tool yet) and am doing my own restore from theground up. Home 661-588-7124Phil Swanson, 1750 South Point Drive, Bonita, CA 91902Bearing Tool I have many tools for the <strong>GMC</strong> including an engine trolly to remove the engine out the door, ahydraulic powered wheel bearing puller including all the grease seal installation tools, etc. I have an RV garagewith adequate facilities. Can fix most problems to get you up and running again. Home 619-421-7276 Emailwoodyman1@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Charles and Sharon Taylor, 5617 Lancelot Dr, Sacramento, CA 95842Home 916-331-3320 Cell 916-995-1876 Email cdtaylor300@msn.comTerry Taylor, San Lorenzo, CAReasonable Mechanical skills, good to excellent electronic skills, no special tools. Home 510-276-5111Mark and Sheryl Taylor, 6361 Saint Paul Circle, Huntington Beach, CA 92647Have a good selection of tools and knowledge of where to go locally for any service. I do not have <strong>GMC</strong> specialtools. Have parking and AC power, food and drink, phone and inter<strong>net</strong> access. Located 1.5 mi. off Pacific CoastHighway. <strong>The</strong> phone numbers are to my cell available most of the time. Leave a message, I will call back.Home 714-342-0412 Cell 949-752-0055 Email mark@taylorcontract.comCal Terry, 7530 Darby Av., Reseda, CA 91335(San Fernando Valley) Driveway, electrical, air tools, BEARING TOOL Will offer any help I can. Home 818344 9420 Pager 818 529 0047Manny & Deolinda Trovao, San Jose, CABearing Tool Off highway 101 and 50 miles south of San Francisco. Call first to make sure we are around.Have many tools, some already know what to do by themselves. 30 amp and water hookup. Also dump facilityand (?) sense of humor. BEARING TOOL Home 408-923-425714


Ed Wilks, 78869 Yellen Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211I won't be able to give you a place to park, I live in a gated community and they won't allow it. What I can do isassist you in the event of a break-down, assist you hands-on in minor repairs or guide you to the repair facilitiesavaliable in this area. Home 760-772-7823 Cell 760-835-1225 Email wenowork@yahoo.comChuck, Hanna & Barney Will, 1837 Tularosa Road, Lompoc, CABearing Tool Call first to see if we are home. 110 and have Ken Tomas BEARING TOOL Coming down or upUS 101 , that is North or South you turn West toward the Ocean onto State Highway 246, Approximately 14miles you come to Tularosa Road, It is a dead end road so pay Home (805) 736-7965 Emailacwill@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Wayne Williams, San Diego, CAhave E Mail and cell phone as listed below. 1973 Painted Desert Home (619) 993-6421 Emailawayne@utm.<strong>net</strong>Gary and Joanne Worobec, 59550 Evans Rd., Anza, CAOff Highway 371 about 30 miles from Hemet, Palm Desert or Temecula. Welding equipment, fabrication tools,electrical and plumbing. Can pretty much repair anything. Lots of parking. Inter<strong>net</strong>, dogs, cats, pool (insummer). We'd like to help you out if you need it. www.paxtonpatterson.com Home 951-763-0518 Emailgtw5@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>COLORADOClose to I-80 and I-505.Jim Anstett, 2355 Lake Dr, Loveland, COHome 970 667 4763 Email anstett@aol.comSteve Ault, Highway 85, Carr, CO 80612Have parking for one - two rigs Summers at US85 at WY/CO border - south of Cheyenne, WY Snail Mail(Highway 85, Carr, CO 80612) Parking for a half dozen rigs, 20 amp service for one or two, water, 8 miles tofree dump station. Air tools and compressor, welder, engine puller. SKPs and <strong>GMC</strong>'ers come visit - coffee'salways hot. Home 520.603.5342Peter & Jodie Brandt, Carbondale, COBearing Tool We live just off Hwy.82 between Glenwood Springs and Aspen We both work full time, soplease leave a message or try the cell phone #. Have tools, BEARING TOOL, automotive experience and some<strong>GMC</strong> experience, coffee, tea, beer,.....but not much room to wor Home 970-963-1748 Cell 970-948-2057Email schaf@rof.<strong>net</strong>Larry Coldren, 1409 Linden Lake Rd., Fort Collins, CO 80524Bearing Tool Have rebuilt all systems on my coach at least once Home 970-568-8338 Cell 720-635-1597Email LCOLDREN@msn.comJames (Jim) & Julia Dodrill, 6705 West 4th Place, Lakewood, CO 80226Bearing Tool Home 303 238 0191 Email dodrillj@juno.comRichard Guthart, Fort Collins, COCan help in Northern Colorado / S.E. Wyoming Home (970) 226-624215


Bruce Hart, 2182 Birdie Dr, Milliken, CO 80543Some tools and can assist with simple repairs. Access to specialty tools as well. Refreshments available, limitedto time for parking (72 hours). North Central Colorado and South Eastern Wyoming. I do work rotating 12 hrshifts so call anytime! Home 970-587-8739 Cell 970-978-1089 Pager 307-223-6926 Emailhartsgmc@gmail.comGreg & Karen Jankowski, 1530 S. Zang St., Lakewood, COHave pad, hand tools access to others with more tools, parts, familiar with men's malls in area, have part storesnear by, located on west side of Denver metro area Home 303-989-4833Larry Knowles, 18325 Vista Dr, Buena Vista, CO 81211April thru November. Some Tools & Manuals Parking & Electric 100 Miles West of Colorado Springs. Also,3elk@earthlink.<strong>net</strong> Home 719-395-6784 Cell 303-887-2023 Email 3elk@rockymountains.<strong>net</strong>Tom Logue, 537 Fruitwood Drive, Grand Junction, CO 81504Have a good working knowledge and have most hand tools to maintain. Know all of shop in the area that canfix most problems. Home 970-434-8215 Cell 970-260-2911 Email talldc@msn.comDarryl Meyers, El Dorado Hills, CO 95762Limited mechanica knowledge and ability but willing to do whatever I can to help. Fair selection of small tools.Cell 530-383-1955 Email demeyers@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Jim Mills, 137 N 23rd Ave, Greely, CO 80631Bearing Tool Hand tools and BEARING TOOL. Garage, and room to park. BTW I have room in the backyard to park another one or two <strong>GMC</strong>s if someone needs to leave their coach for a while. Cell 307 871 7403Email mills@hi-line.<strong>net</strong>Robert G. Peltzer, 75 Ridge Road, Boulder, CO 80303-4838Bearing Tool Spare front and rear bearings Torsion bar tool Most spares on Engelbretson's Spares <strong>List</strong> Home303-499-1454Tim Petras, 5800 CR 20, Longmont, COI-24 between Hwys 119 &52. Home 303-678-1515Bill Schurman, 1005 cawford box 773325, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477I have a 3 1/2 floor jack; heavy duty jack stands; numerous hand tools and inside work area. My mechanic iswithin a mile and works on anything, including a <strong>GMC</strong> Home 970-846-4212 Cell 970-846-3312 Work 970-846-0984 Email peabody80477@yahoo.comRichard and Sharon Smith, 8437 Oak Ct, Castle Rock, CO 80108Bearing Tool Located just south of Denver, ½ mile from the I-25 Exit 190. Have Manuals, Tools, Parkingwith lite hook-ups, some get-ya-home parts and a good view with refreshments. Home 303 799-6141 Emailrichard.smith8@att.<strong>net</strong>Rick Staples, 232 S. Polk Ave, Louisville, COBearing Tool I'm located just off US36 (the Boulder Turnpike), ~ 1/2 hr from Denver, 10 minutes fromBoulder. Depending upon day of week and my schedule, I could respond to problems from DIA on the east tothe foothills on the west, C470/I25 area on the south to ~Love Home 303-666-8946 EmailRickStapls@aol.com16


Emery Stora, 3409 Red Hawk Lane, Frederick, CO 80504Bearing Tool Have lots of tools and mechanical knowledge of <strong>GMC</strong> systems. Have over 20 years done most ofmy own maintenance and upgrades. Cell 505-660-3717 Email emerystora@mac.comEarl (Sonny) Stratton, 1245 Venice St, Longmont, COBearing Tool Have tools , BEARING TOOL, and place to park. Also, 55garage1@juno.com Home 303-776-7453 Work 303-776-9955 Email ms7453@aol.comCONNECTICUTAlan & Cherie Bredbury, Clinton, CTBearing Tool area of coverage 50 Mile Radius. We are near Hammonasset State Park in Madison CT. I workfor Dana Corp, Formerly Echlin (bought by Dana) as an engineer-programmer. Full machine shop, in thefamily. Weld and Fab capability, a good friend owns a local Home 860-669-3185Mike DIlella, Milford, CT 06460im bout 45mins from ny and 45 mins from mass. 1 mile off I95 ex40 can cover 50 mile radus.have tons of tool1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4 sets, air and hand.jacks stands ,space for one unit here,side street 10 unitshave worked formotorhome dealer,and onan.and build harleys. very good with repaires,list of parts stores liquor stores+bars. ifyour in need of help CALL Home 203-878-3391 Email asatmd@optonline.<strong>net</strong>Brian Gleissner, 4 Mountain Road, Woodbury, CT 06798I don't have too many special skills on <strong>GMC</strong>MH's being a newbie but I'm always willing to help anyone inneed. Call the house phone to chat but call the cell anytime for emergencies (and I mean anytime). Home (203)263-8558 Cell (203) 947-0117 Email OldRVGuyBCG@aol.comRon and Julie Kazi, Wilton, CTBearing Tool A bit over an hour from New York City by train or toad in quiet wooded area. Room for severalcoaches. Up to 30amp hookup. 73 Painted Desert undergoing partial restoration. Twenty five year hobby of carrepair/restoration. Willing to roll up sleeves and h Home 203-762-9640 Email gmcmhron@optonline.<strong>net</strong>Rod White, 11 Jericho Drive, Old Lyme, CT 06371-1328We would wecome your call. We have sympathy, some experience, and deal with a reputable garage in the area.Home 860 434-2673 Cell 860 575-1193 Email roderick.m.white@s<strong>net</strong>.<strong>net</strong>DELAWAREPhil Vazquez, Dover, DEIf you break down in your <strong>GMC</strong> <strong>Motorhome</strong>, I will try to help you in any way I can. I am in the middle of town,and share a driveway with my neighbor, so cannot do repairs here. I live off Rt. 13, but can get to 301, or 95. Ican bring tools, manuals, any Home 302-734-1652 Cell 302-670-4151 Email pvazquez11@comcast.<strong>net</strong>FLORIDA17


Paul Array, 21640 Overseas Highway, Cudjoe Key, FL 33042I am located 18 miles from Key West. Coffee pot is always on. If you break down I have room for one coachwith hook ups(30 amp). Also have garage with lift for the <strong>GMC</strong>, most tools, welder, air compressor, manuals. Iam usually hear from September to May. Home 305 766 7664 Cell 305 766 7664 Email paularray@aol.comBill Bagley, 1300 Nottingham St, Orlando, FL 32803I am located at the north edge of the Orlando City Limits. I can only keep my <strong>GMC</strong> here 36 hours at a time dueto city ordinance, but short stays are welcome. I am about 10 miles from both Golby and Bounds, both of themcan offer much more help than I b Home 407-509-3189 Email bill.bagley@att.<strong>net</strong>Steve Baumes, 107 Lake Catherine Cir, Groveland, FL 34736Some tools, Bearing tool & Phone #s. Home 863-255-1934 Email baumes_sw@hotmail.comJim Behrman, 442 25th Ave North, St. Petersburg, FL 33704Home 941-313-0545 Email jimbehrman@verizon.<strong>net</strong>Richard Berstling, 144 Pine Tree Dr, Lake Placid, FL 33852Home 863-699-6838 Email Bellaire@embarqmail.comJim Bolick, 1835 Cowan Dr., Titusville, FL 32796-1209Titusville is directly across the Indian River from the space center. I have numerous tools but not mechanicallyinclined. I can only offer you water and electric in my driveway and use of the tools and me as a third hand, orour spare bedroom if your coa Home 321-267-8984 Email VBolick@cfl.rr.comJim & Janie Bounds, 1701 Simonton Ave, Orlando, FL 32806Bearing Tool Home 407-857-2856 Cell 407-491-4184Bill Brown, Key Colony Beach, FLJust north of Marathon in the middle Keys - mile marker 54. I am here only part time between 11/1 & 4/15 but Iam willing to assist a <strong>GMC</strong> owner if possible. Cell 740-202-0763 Email carguybill@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Tony & Lucie Bryant, Dade City, FL 33525We are the proud new owners of a 1973 <strong>GMC</strong> <strong>Motorhome</strong>!!! We would be happy to assist or "meet - get toknow" any <strong>GMC</strong> RV owner or owners passing through our area of central Florida! Many nice campgroundsnearby or park for free in our side yard. Dumpstationa few miles away at Flying J, located north of Tampa on I-75 and SR-52. Text cell phone or continue to call if no answer. We can not always check voice mails. Home352-467-9177 Cell 352-942-0933 Email tonynluciegmc@yahoo.comSam Carson, 100 Cat Cay Lane, Indian Harbour Beach, FL 32937-4413Bearing Tool Home (321) 773-5043Dick Dobson, Ft Myers, FLBearing Tool right on Hwy 41, only ten miles from exit 26 or 27 on I-75 I am semi retired and am here most ofthe time, leave message and I will get back as soon as possible. I do have a BEARING TOOL and most tools. Ilive in a private community which is an Air pa Home 941-731-9164John du Gan, Lake Park, FL 33403A few miles north of West Palm Beach. I have normal mechanics tools, Possible inside work area depending onhow fast the hurricane damage is repaired; Access to Pep Boys, Lowe's, and other facilities for A/C, etc repair.Home 561-547-7545 Email jr33480@yahoo.com18


Harvey and Miki Epstein, 2870 56 Ave NE, Naples, FL 34120If you need to stay for night or a few days we are here for you Home 239-353-7265 Cell 239-269-3443 Emailcool.slippy@yahoo.comLarry Erd, 3766 Litchfield Loop, Lake Wales, FL 33859Tools, welding, jackstands, etc. Home 863.949.4097 Cell 419.944.8668 Email 1ljerd@gmail.comAlex Ferrara, 15 Cedarwood Court, Palm Coast, FL 32137Have most tools (have rebuilt my 403 engine and did a total restoration on my motorhome) - veryknowledgeable - have a shop at 6 Marketplace Court, Palm Coast, FL - if I'm not traveling across the countrywhich we do a lot I am at the shop and always willing to help anyone in need. Home 386-585-3085 Cell 386-986-8885 Fax 386-986-8886 Email LMEYER7436@AOL.COMRick Fineout, 1250 Riverbend Dr, Labelle, FL 33935Our housing development disallows RV's in our driveway, but there are a couple of RV parks (reasonable) closeor in town. <strong>The</strong>re is a mechanic in town who is honest (though not knowledgeable about <strong>GMC</strong>'s) and AlexSIrum is a bit over an hour's drive for ANYTHING of major consequence. We can help with a few things, butat least we can give you a friendly voice in the wilderness. a cup of coffee and some direction to people whowon't rip you off. Home 863-675-1098 Cell 863-234-8050 Pager 210-885-9637 Emailrickfineout@hotmail.comChad Foreman, DeLeon Springs, FL 32130Home 386-734-4183Glenn Gardner, 7501 SW 145 Ave, Miami, FL 33183We are recent <strong>GMC</strong>-ers (2012) and have a few tools. We are located in the South Florida (Miami) area. Miamican be a scary place. I was born(1959) & raised here and know it like the back of my hand. We are happy tohelp fellow <strong>GMC</strong>-ers anyway we can, even if it is to just get you to a safe place. You can work on your <strong>GMC</strong>in my yard if needed. Home (305)388-9485 Cell (305)588-2784 Work (305)380-0418 EmailG2photos@aol.comBob & Anne Gilligan, Naples, FLSpend 7 months in Naples, FL and 5 in Lancaster, PA. Glad to help any <strong>GMC</strong>'ers in trouble in SouthwestFlorida in the colder months. Home 239-417-4487 Email bobanneg1@aol.comJL Grandy, 3905 Bobolink Lane, Orlando, FL 32803Home 407-222-0103 Cell 407-222-0103 Email jangrandy2@bellsouth.<strong>net</strong>Alan Graves, 2445 SW 18 Terrace, Apt. 410, Ft. Lauderdale, FLHave information on where to park your coach when you are taking a cruise. Cell 954-683-5915 Emailagr3006059@aol.comDave and Jan Greenberg, 7838 Meadowlark Lane, Port St Lucie, FL 34952-3136Have space in the driveway for an overnight stop and plenty of tools, air compressor, etc. Mechanically ineptbut know some who are ept. Stop by even if just to socialize. Home 772-873-4607 Cell 772-579-9489 Emaildavegreenberg1@juno.comKen Harland, 900 Whitmire Drive, Melbourne, FL 32935Home 321 254-8987 Cell 321 254-1242 Email kwharland@bellsouth.<strong>net</strong>19


J B Hickey, 3211 W. Swann Ave. #1101, Tampa, FL 33609Home 813-875-3334 Cell 813-431-3334Frank Jenkins, Gainesville, FL10 mi off I-75 at exit 399. Overnight, full shop. Home 352-485-1397Frank Kurz, 5025 S.E. 14 Place, Ocala, FL 34471Would be happy to help anyone in our area who is having problems get to the right people. We have abeautiful coach for sale that has been restored from the ground up and just had a new engine by alex sirum.Only 500 miles with a new engine waranty. everything new and too much to list. Home 352-694-4410 Cell352-233-9678 Email coolgrannybk@hotmail.comCathy & Dan Meyer, 1200 Tulip St, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233Jacksonville area Have Elec. & Water hook up in yard. Have lots of tools and knowledge of mechanics. Coffeepot is usually on. Home 904-247-5311 Cell 904-616-5855 Email yolo44@yahoo.comPeter Mqarchiando, 812 Weeden Island Dr, Niceville, FL 32578Place to park, dump station, some tools and help. Home 850 729-1425 Cell 850 865-1163 Emailgmcfl@cox.<strong>net</strong>Wayne Newland, 8740 97th Avenue, Vero Beach, FL 32967Off Sebastian Exit 156, I95. Have space for one or two coaches. Electric, well water available. Have sometools and parts. Have inter<strong>net</strong> access. Have Warner bearing puller, but, have no experience. Home 772-388-6677 Cell 772-584-2450 Email waynewlaand@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>John Nicholls, 2481 Tate Rd, Cantonment, FL 32533Bearing Tool (just north of Pensacola - 3 miles off I 10) I am willing to help folks that pass this way. I have aKen Thoma wheel bearing set and a modicum of knowledge. Home 850-968-4637Don Ogden, 1523 Lakeside Dr, DeLand, FL 32720Have good parking with full hookups (30 amp only) next to house. Also have shop with many tools and aircompressor. Don't have a <strong>GMC</strong> now but love talking with current owners. Decent mechanic. Not far from JimBounds (<strong>GMC</strong> CO-OP). Home 386-736-9261 Cell 386-747-6422Peter Papas, Ormond Beach, FLBearing Tool near Daytona. Volusia county area. Retired Engineer-Good electrical and mechanical skills(enough to get you to a repair station) BEARING TOOL + Lots of tools and equipment Home (904) 672-0571Jerry Parks, 505 15 street north beach, Saint Augustine, FL 32084USN retired can help with most anything,space,tools ,pick up of parts ect. Home (904) 824-7818 Cell (904)501-3820 Email rparks257@beellsouth.<strong>net</strong>John Richardson, Niceville, FLEast of city in the Panhandle, Pensacola to Panama City, Florida I am located 10 miles east of Niceville onState Highway 20(4 miles east of the Mid-Bay Bridge to Destin). I have a 'PIT', tools, tech-data and Bearingremoval tool. Glad to help any fellow Home (850) 897-9726Dennis & Teresa Schwinn, Panama City, FL 32404south of I-10 (<strong>The</strong> Worlds Most Beautiful Beaches). We have a 1973 26' <strong>GMC</strong>, which we have owned 1 yr. Wehave a little shop with lots of tools, floor jack, stands etc. and plenty of experience in mechanics. We canaccommodate over night parking with water Home 850 874 0849 Cell 850 258 3251 Email20


ds68camaro@knology.<strong>net</strong>Paul Stanley, 1240 Lucerne Loop Road Northeast, Winter Haven, FL 33881Not much knowledge on the <strong>GMC</strong> but I do have tools that can be used if needed. Home 863-224-3696 Emailflahotrodparts@aol.comEmory & Carol Runnels Sullivan, Inglis, FL 34449Inglis is located on the West Coast approx 70 miles north of St. Petersburg and 40 miles west of Ocala. <strong>The</strong>Gmegator Home (352) 447-2771 Cell 352-422-7043 Work 352-339-0281Robert Swanson, 3701 Baynard Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33950Have mechanical know how. Home (941) 575-7351 Cell 517-256-7351 Email karob2@webtv.<strong>net</strong>Tim Timothy, Pensacola, FLI'm about 5 miles from exit #1 I-10 in FL east of the Al/Fl state line. I'm not more than a half hour from any ofthe 6 Pensacola exits (exit numbers 1thru6). Exits 7&8 are less than an hour away About an hour to Mobile,Al. other phone # 850-968-4 Home (850) 968-1638 Cell (850) 968-4004Andy Tessler, Saint Petersburg, FL 33704Bearing Tool I have most tools and a fair amount of <strong>GMC</strong> knowledge, and a parking area w/power. Home 727896 7696 Cell 941 730 0482 Email andytessler@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Wayland Tyner, 4752 Boutwell Rd, Laurel Hill, FL 32567Always cold beer, hot coffee on short notice, and warm welcome any time. Minor mechanical assistance,advice, and recommendations. Some spare parts on hand. Home (850) 652-2022 Cell 850-865-6766 Emailwaytyn@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Lionel Vargas, Big Pine Key, FLI have a new tool that I haven't even figured out yet and standard tools, jacks and such. Good generalknowledge. I'm good for at least the lower keys. Home (305) 872-0180 Cell (305) 712-0496Fred Veenschoten, 3450 Stoddard Rd., Pensacola, FL 32526I have a home machine shop and tools. I'm becoming more familiar with the <strong>GMC</strong> as each day goes by. Home850-941-8431 Email fredntoni@cox.<strong>net</strong>Harry Vordermeier, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305We have a ‘ 78 Royale restored by Cinnabar, 2 years ago. I'm limited in mechanical know-how but happy toassist. Home (954) 564-5865 Cell 954-815-9193 Email harryvord@aol.comCapt. Chan Warner, 679 N Lake Dr, Key Largo, FL 33037I live in Key Largo, FL. I am in the process of restoring a 1974 Eleganza II. Although new to the <strong>GMC</strong> RVcommunity I find it easier to work on than the Detroits in my boat. I own a 65 ft party fishing boat and fish dailoffshore Key Largo. Home (305) 451-9788 Cell (786) 554-7224 Email gulfstream1@aol.comDonald Webster, Leesburg, FLHome (352) 326-8961David Wiedenman, Lakeland, FLSome tools I'm an hour west of Orlando where excellent service may be obtained from at Jim Bound's Co-Op orat Golby's. No motorhome parking at the condo complex, but I can meet you on the road if you need assistance.21


Home (836) 687-8800 Email DavidBW@Bigfoot.comMarsh and Debbie Wilkes, 304 N Center St, Perry, FL 32347(located 50 mi. south of Tallahassee) both houses in the 400 block of East Bay St.. Would be glad to assistwithin 1 hour more or less of Perry, Have good <strong>GMC</strong> knowledge, also good mechanical and electricalknowledge. Have keys to a friend's commercial automotive service shop AND his unlisted phone # . <strong>GMC</strong>'ersare welcome to stop by any time and talk about <strong>GMC</strong>'s, cars, computers, photography or wives! (TritonElectronics) Home (850) 584-5298 Cell 850-584-7279 Work 850-584-3671 Email gmc@perry.gulf<strong>net</strong>.comNelson Wright, 2025 Hoffner Rd, Orlando, FL 32809Bearing Tool Central Florida information BEARING TOOL Home 407-859-5083 Cell 407-435-6760GEORGIAJohnnie Bridges, 4029 Tanner's Mill Road, Braselton, GA 30517Reasonable jackley mechanic. I have hand tools, a small stickburner welder, and compressed ail. And theoccasional cold beer. Room to work, not on a hard surface. Home 770-965-6120 Cell 404-725-5160 Emailjhbridges@ymail.comChuck Chambers, Jackson, GAApprox 4 miles from I-75 half way between Atlanta and Macon, Ga. Large shop bldg. and tools to do any typerepair. Have done complete inside and out restoration including engine and trans. <strong>GMC</strong> owner for approx 5years. I am a retired airline mechani Home 770-504-0779Cal Clements, 675 Pulaski St #1400, Athens, GA 30601I'm new to the <strong>GMC</strong> world but I'll do what I can to help, perhaps providing Inter<strong>net</strong>, directions, and makingphone calls to people I know. Home 706-461-0262 Email calclements@yahoo.comMike and Judy Danford, 335 Castlerock Ln, Chickamauga, GA 30707Bearing Tool Near Chattanooga, TN. About 20 minutes drive from Battlefield Parkway (last exit in Georgia, I-75). Less than 10 minutes from the Wal Mart in Lafayette GA. Well equipped shop and can help with nearyanything. Call ANYTIME if you're stranded. Have some acreage and can store a coach if necessary. Home 423580 1383 Cell 423-580-1383 Pager 423-596-7181 Email n0kkj@yahoo.comPatrick Flowers, Tyrone, GABearing Tool Exit 61 off I85, approx, 15 miles from Atlanta airport. Room to park, plenty of tools and asympathetic ear AND THE BEST OF THE NET. BEARING TOOL Between 7 AM & 9 PM, call the cellphone first (if I'm awake, it's probably on my belt). Please leave a voi Home 770 486-0783 Cell 404-375-9273Email patrick@gmcmotorhome.comKen Henderson, 110 O'Hara Road, Americus, GA 31719Bearing Tool Retired & available to help if you can catch me here. <strong>GMC</strong> owner since 98. Ground uprestoration. Lots of tools, including engine hoist & BEARING TOOL. Room & hookups for 3+ <strong>GMC</strong>'s. 50'x16'RV shelter with service rack plus 1000' of shop space. 0nly 100 yards off of US-19; 40 miles from I-75. Comevisit. Home 229 924 0851 Cell 229-938-2797 Pager 229-938-2796 Email hend4800@bellsouth.<strong>net</strong>Paul & Korky Rice, 2536 Burton Dam Rd, Clarksville, GA 30523Northeast Georgia. Parking, bedrooms, and information. Not too far from Zeb Frady. Home (706) 947-398122


Cell 706 219-8119 Email csc726@alltel.<strong>net</strong>Michael Shortt, Savannah, GASoutheast / Coastal Area near I-95. I'm mechanically inclined but not a real mechanic but willing to help,commiserate, etc. I can steer you to nearby RV parks and my personal mechanic. I lived here for sixteen yearsand can direct you to local sources fo Cell 912-604-7611 Work 912-232-9390 Emailmichael@michaelshortt.comKaren & Steve Ward, 3100 Meadow Drive, Marietta, GA 30062We rebuilt our <strong>GMC</strong> last year and have a pretty good working knowledge of how the systems work. We wouldbe more than happy to help out if someone needed it. Home 770-640-1700Bill Quinn, 1216 Winter St., Augusta, GA 30904I am a new owner and learning as i go thanks for haveing this fantastic site ! Home 706 737 8856 Cell 706 2312111 Email bquinn@knology.<strong>net</strong>HAWAIIIDAHORob Allen, 334 Selway Road, Kooskia (Lowell), ID 83539Between Lewiston ID, and Missoula MT, just off highway 12. I know a fair amount about our coaches and canhelp with most electrical, plumbing, and interior issues, and a lot of little things. I am not very knowlegeableabout the "heavy stuff" of engines, and transmissions. However, with the help of the good folks on the <strong>net</strong>, wecould contact people from here. I have water and power available, and space for 2 more <strong>GMC</strong>'s right on theriver, if you want to visit. HIgh speed inter<strong>net</strong> service, and unlimited phone service too, with no cost to me, soyou can use it anytime. I know a good general mechanic in the area, although I have never needed to use himfor my <strong>GMC</strong>. Home (208) 926-4330 Cell 208 816 3901 Email profmail@wildblue.<strong>net</strong>Doug and Donna Hart, 423 E. Tobago Ct., Meridian, ID 83642We have recently purchased our <strong>GMC</strong>. We have no mechanical knowledge but would be happy to help anyonewho needs it by connecting you with a great RV mechanic in Boise. We are located 1/2 mile off I84 at theMeridian off ramp. Home 208/888/7784 Cell 208/867/1012 Pager 208/870/2553 Email doug_hart@itmtec.comMack Kreizenbeck, 1328 E. Mastiff St., Meridian, ID 83642Meridian is a suburb of Boise. My knowledge of <strong>GMC</strong>'s can be classified as dangerous, but I have an availabledriveway. Can lend a hand, chase parts, recommend good honest mechanics, etc.. Home 208-898-1494 Emailaprazer@cableone.<strong>net</strong>Nick Nealis, 310 Ave D, Boise, ID 83712I have some tools, parts manual, and service manuals. I would be happy to help any <strong>GMC</strong> owner that I canwhen I am home. I have home made ramps for both the front and the rear with safety blocks. My job beforeretirement was electronic repair and can trouble shoot electrical problems. Home 208-342-8774 Emailnnealis@msn.com23


Roger Paul, Boise, ID 83705High Mechanical Knowledge,troubleshooter Cell 208-353-4056 Email rogerreddy@hotmail.comILLINOISRichard E. Archer, DeSoto, ILI do have a few tools. I do know a few to get things done (understatement). Home 618-867-2346 EmailGcbr@aol.comRick & Rachel Boultinghouse, 618 S. Lombard Ave, Oak Park, IL 60304I could dig upshort term parking space in an emergency. We have bedroom space to offer stranded <strong>GMC</strong>'ers. Ihave an assortment of hand tools, bearing tool, have some spares and all manuals for a '77 model. I havebroadband inter<strong>net</strong> and phones to assist with searches. Willing to help as I can with anyone needing assistancein the Greater Chicago area, even if it is just coffee, a meal and company. Also, hboultinghouse@mpea.comHome 708.383.3910 Cell 312.617.1302 Work 312.595.5136 Pager 773.551.9012 Emailr_boultinghouse@yahoo.comLarry Cielesz, 2239 Western Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087Comment : Hello Travelers... If you are reading this, you may have needs for help. I am in the Waukegan area,North East corner of the state, FAR NORTH OF CHICAGO. A general location is Interstate 94 and 120 (Belvedere ) OR 132 ( Grand Ave ) and 41 ( N Skokie Ave ). Also, the Illinois Beach State Park Camp Groundand Resort are nearby if you prefer that. I am a former electrician so I have limits as far as mechnical work goesand I have limited tools. I have a mechanic that works on my <strong>GMC</strong> , Gatsbys' CRUISER :) for minorengine/suspension work. I have a <strong>GMC</strong> dealer in the area who used to sell <strong>GMC</strong> <strong>Motorhome</strong>s and will stilllook at them. I have a driveway and can supply power ( 120vac ), and my three GreyHounds, Seven, Blazer andRuby will great you with a smile and will warm your heart. Home 847-662-6707 Cell 708-732-6707 EmailSLawrence111@Yahoo.ComDan and Judy Grissom, 3859 Douglas, Downers Grove, IL 60515pretty good mechanic too many tools (so wife says) will go 100 mi radius some good sources for parts also havebrother in-law w/ certs in heating /air/appliances that owes me favors. ps. 2 -12 cup Home 630 968 4629 Pager630 356 8381Mark Grueninger, 1608 Garleb, Valmeyer, IL 62295I have been a mechanic for 35 years but just recently purchased a <strong>GMC</strong>. I have access to a shop for short termuse and parking for long term. Can provide parking with 50A service and assistance with acomadations andrepair. Happy to have overnight stopovers who just want a place to bed down for the night. Home 618-567-6158 Email markgrue@hotmail.comGeorge Hagans, 3111 Edgewood Park, Marion, IL 62959Bearing Tool Live in Southern Illinois, exit #53 off Interstate 57. Have access to Tools and to "Bob Stone"Master <strong>GMC</strong> Mechanic (he doesn't have a computer). Lots of <strong>GMC</strong> "Conclave Knowledge" around this areathus will get you back on the road in a timely manner. I'm a good "Go For" and will guide you to other servicesyou may desire. Home 618-993-8375 Cell 618-889-3170 Email g.hagans@verizon.<strong>net</strong>John Lebetski, 5644 N Natoma Ave, Chicago, IL 60631Have 50A on my front drive and can park one there if mine is not home. Good basic mechanical and electricalknowledge. Have mechanics tools and meters, R12 tools, No bearing tool. Near O'hare and a couple other24


<strong>GMC</strong>ers who might be able to pitch in. Home 773 763 7490 Email gransport@aol.comDave Marchiando, 340 59th St., Downers Grove, IL 60516Have tools, place to park, dump station and can help. Home 630 969-0149 Cell 630 408-2275 EmailMarch@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Milan Marsenic, 35848 N Marine Dr., Fox Lake, IL 60020Lots of tools and know how and some extra parts Cell 847-354-1968 Email marsenic2007@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Bill Minor, 40546 N. Prairie Ave, Antioch, IL 60002Currently own 3 <strong>GMC</strong>'s. Pretty knowledgeable about most of the <strong>GMC</strong>'s systems. Home 847-899-4909 Cell847-899-4909 Email wdminor@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Don Nelson, 209 N.LaSalle Ave, Ladd, IL 61329I do my own work on my <strong>GMC</strong>. I have tools to Mig, Tig, stick weld, plasma cut, oxy/ace. Able to weld steel,aluminum, stainless steel. Have battery chargers, air/hydraulic bottle jack, stands, sand blast capability, lathe,drill press, various hand tools Home 815-894-2113 Email d.jnelson@comcast.<strong>net</strong>Ed & Donna Nelson, 1316 Norley Ave, Joliet, IL 60435Always have fresh strong coffee & welcome <strong>GMC</strong> visitors. Aware of local rv service centers and trans service.Have tools but am new to working on my 77 Eleganza. Home 815 729-1629 Email Eddonnanelson@webtv.<strong>net</strong>Dick Reid, 100 W Adams St, Biggsville, ILWe live on Highway 34 about 15 miles west of Burlington, Iowa I would be glad to help. I have a shop 30'X70'and most of the tools. I do not have the bearing pullers , but I have welders , air, jacks, and a lot of hand tools. Ihave a dump station. I al Home (309)627-2825 Cell 309-337-9476George Rudawsky, 301 N. Seminary Ave., Park Ridge, IL 60068Have some tools and limited knowledge on the <strong>GMC</strong> systems, as well as a partsbook and the workshopmanuals. Also, I do have some contacts in the area that are knowledgeable mechanics. Home 847-823-2156Email GeorgeRud@aol.comPaul and Alberta Smith, 138 South Main Street, Virginia, IL 62691Will be happy to provide taxi service - bed and breakfast - do have some mechanical knowledge and some handtools. Also have some knowledge of local services. 1977 Royale Home 217-452-3520William Taft, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096Located between Chicago and Milwaukee about 10 mins. off of I-94 / I-41 Willing to help broke down<strong>GMC</strong>er's any way we can. We all have been there. We have had our <strong>GMC</strong> since 82'. Have some <strong>GMC</strong> partsand basic tools. If we cannot help we will do our best to locate the know how, tools, or parts you need in theChicagoland / Milwaukee area. Parking for 1 rig with electric and water. Home 847-746-8471 Emailbilltaft@att.<strong>net</strong>Mark Wall, 21690 Hampton Court, Kildeer, IL 60047Suburb 40 minutes from Ohare airport. Have a garage that will fit the <strong>GMC</strong>, tools, torch, manuals. No bearingtool but there are some in the area. Fairly handy and willing to help. Plenty of room if you need to spend thenight. Call anytime - day or night. Still have a day job but if I can help, I will. Home 847-550-6146 Cell 847-840-3782David Woodbury III, Forest Park, IL 60130I am a new <strong>GMC</strong> owner just 10 minutes west of DOWNTOWN CHICAGO. I have little mechanical25


knowledge and only basic hand tools, but I do have space next door for short term parking (no hook ups) andcan refer you to a few reputable mechanics. Can also facilitate shipping of parts etc. I can offer inter<strong>net</strong> access,a 12 cup coffee maker, and a fold out couch if needed. Also willing to drive and pick you up within a 175 mileradius and can arrange for towing within 100 miles. (AAA+) Will do anything I can to help. If you are a <strong>GMC</strong>owner you are a friend. You don't need to have a problem to contact me. If you are in the area, or planning tobe, look me up. I still work a 9-5 but It's pretty flexible. Happy motoring! Home 708-250-8046 Cell 708-250-8046 Email david.woodbury@freemanco.comPaul Zerkel, 7505 Deer Run Rd, Salisbury, IL 62677Near Springfield Home (217) 626-1429 Email gmc@zerkelhome.comINDIANAMark and Anne Andreasen, 3084 West 480, North Madison, IN 47250Bearing Tool We have a 90 acre farm near the Ohio River in southern Indiana. <strong>The</strong> farm has a grass landingstrip and airplane parking that will accommodate more <strong>GMC</strong>'s than I wish to imagine. I used to own a machineshop, and have had my own auto and truck restoration b Home 812-273-4285 Email Stammon@aol.comKen Burton, Hebron, IN(Valparaiso - Crown Point area) I am located in Northwest IN near I-65, I-80, I-94, I-90, and US 30. I amlocated within 1 hour of the south half of Chicago (I-55, I-57, I-294) and will gladly help anyone in theNorthern 1/3 of IN and Northeastern Ill wit Home 219-988-4547Ed Cobb, 358 Harrison, Valparaiso, INHave 4 <strong>GMC</strong>'s. Have worked on <strong>GMC</strong>'s since 1974. Have done a frame off restoration, and am working on mysecond. If it can brake on a <strong>GMC</strong>, I think I have fixed it. Willing to help. Home (219) 462-9811 Cell (219) 462-4248 Email cobb@wegenersteel.comLarry Dilk, 10310 E. Edgewood AV, Indianapolis, IN 46239I have many hand tools and power tools, jacks and jack stands. I have no <strong>GMC</strong> specific tools. Please call and Iwill help as much as I can. <strong>The</strong>re is a garage about 35 miles east of Indianapolis in Greenfield, In that does workon <strong>GMC</strong>s and have for many years. <strong>The</strong>ir name Cory's Automotive, 317-462-3337 Home 317-862-4110 Cell317-590-3200 Email lwd222@msn.comTom and Connie Fierek, 1305 MacArthur Blvd, Munster, IN 46321is the first exit in Indiana going east on 80-90-94, the last exit going west Hammond-Munster. Thirty milessouth of Chicago. My wife Connie and I would like to offer any help we can to anyone in distress or needs totake a break while passing through- we Home 219-838-1325 Email tgifierek@famvid.comFrank Folkman, Princeton, IN 47670Can assist with local repair shops. Home 812 385-8469 Cell 812 431-0117 Email ferencme@hotmail.comMark Grady, North Webster, INnorthern eastern Indiana from New Paris , Fort Wayne, IN and surrounding areas. Multiple parking locations,access to garage facilities, repair facilities and a really good mechanic 800-564-5635 PIN 8407 Home 219-834-7532Richard Groves Groves, 17332 Middletown Rd., Noblesville, IN 46060I am available anytime for <strong>GMC</strong>'ers that need assistance in the Indianapolis, IN area. I am off I-69, north of26


Indy. I have just enough knowledge to get me in trouble but am glad to share it and any help I can. We haveplenty of room to park and can provid Home (317) 773-3332 Cell 317-501-2161Mike Hartman, 5350 Estate Road Lot 38, Terre Haute, IN 47805I can help with anything mechanical and I know the Terre Haute Indiana area. Home 812-917-4909 Cell 812-870-932 Pager 812-870-5798 Email greyeagleowner@yahoo.comThomas & Patricia Jetzer-Schenk, 50707 Princess Way, Granger, IN 46530We are the KOA campground in Granger, IN. We have a barn where we can work on the rig and certainly havesites available to fellow <strong>GMC</strong>ers. My husband is automotive technician and worked for several years as aforemen/journeyman in GM workshops. He has all the knowlegde needed for the <strong>GMC</strong> and does all ourmaintance and repairs. I was a General Manager for an RV rental company for many years and I have a lot ofexperince in all angles of an RV. Home 574 277 1335 Cell 630 476 0666 Pager 630 291 6407 Emailsouthbendkoa@usa.<strong>net</strong>Peter Lyons, New Albany, IN 47150Anything I can do to help. If it can't be fixed here, I can help you get to the folks who can fix it. Home812.944.8251 Email meandmygmcmh@gmail.comBlaine Merrell, Bainbridge, INBearing Tool Have most tools - can help with repairs. I do all the work on my motorhome. Have BEARINGTOOL. Weld shop is close by. Son's phone (765) 522-5336 Home (765) 522-3241Tony & Barbara Partridge, Logansport, IN( N Central Indiana). <strong>GMC</strong> original owner of 78 Palm Beach with all the manuals & parts lists. If you need helpHome 574-722-3871 Cell 574-721-4911Ken Pickett, 1330 Eastgate Dr, Kendallville, IN 46755I have tools and will help with mechanical problems. Will provide overnight lodging. Home 574-215-7324 Cell574-457-6319 Email kpickett@mchsi.comChristopher & Heather Powell, 203 Hanover Ave., Aurora, IN 47001We are out side of Cincinnati on US 50 right on the IN-OH border, just look for the Casinos. I have some toolsand a place to park. No bearing tool so far but I need one, so I my have one by the time you call. I work nightsmy wife work day/night so there is no right or wrong time, just call. Home (812) 926-1090 Cell (812) 290 1403Eric & Sally Rowland, 6035 Lawrence Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46226We have parking and power available in our driveway. I have several mechanics tools, but not the reallyhaeavy duty stuff. I've been restoring our '76 Palm Beach and have taken advantagel of the hospitality of otherson the blacklist, so I'm happy to help if I can. Home 317-731-2255 Email ejrowland@me.comGlenn South, 15635 Webster St, Huntertown, IN 46748Bearing Tool Northeast Indiana BEARING TOOL and other tools including frame allowing engine to belowered out the bottom Home 260-637-8443Ray Swartzendruber, 12115 N Ogden Pt Rd, Syracuse, IN 46567Bearing Tool Shade tree mechanic, pretty good with electricals. I do have a BEARING TOOL, torsion barunloader, jacks, and tools to do most anything short of pulling an engine. We are close to Topeka Graphics andthe Elkhart area men's malls and would welcome overnight guests with a place to park, electricity, and a hotshower. Home 219-457-3564 Cell 574-457-6448 Pager 574-528-0258 Email redruber@gmail.com27


Steve Thomson, 5706 Nodlehs Ct, Indianapolis, IN 46221New owner, i have experience in so many different area's just ask, either i can help or i will get you someonewho can.. Home 317-856-0826 Cell 317-281-6269 Email allied@yahoo.comErv & Emma Troyer, 1095 E 200 S, Lagrange, IN 46761We are located 10 miles south of the Indiana Toll Road (I-80/I-90) exit 121. Our home is in the country and wecan supply electricity and water. We've had our <strong>GMC</strong> since May, 2000. I can work on electrical, generator,appliances, etc, and I can help you with mechanical stuff (engine, transmission, etc.). I have most of the toolswe might need. Stop by to chat if you are passing through. We don't make coffee at home but it's a short run toMickey Dee's from here.Home 260-463-2247 Cell 260-350-2666 Email reo43@aol.comLarry Whisler, 1035 Bear Cub Drive, Cicero, IN 46034Located in Hamilton County 30 miles north of Indianapolis. Have tools and can lend a hand. Have a largedriveway to accomodate a <strong>GMC</strong>. Home (317) 984-3462 Cell (817) 909-4635 Emailllarry.whisler@hotmail.comBill Wike, 4819 S. 700 W., Huntington, IN 46750Have building w/electric. New to <strong>GMC</strong>'s, knowledge of basics, have parking for 2-4 <strong>GMC</strong>'s.I will do whateverI can to help. Have 2 spare air bags. Repair shop within 20 miles if needed. Home 260-468-2293 Cell 260-224-1349 Email bwike31chev@aol.comIOWAGalen Briggs, 23087 18th Ave, New Virginia, IA 50210I am one mile off of Interstate 35, exit 43 south of Des Moines, IA. I have basic tools, ramps, etc... and decentelectrical and mechanical skills. No specialized <strong>GMC</strong> tools, yet. Plenty of outside workspace and willing tohelp. Home 641-449-3433 Cell 641-203-2715 Email gpbriggs@iowatelecom.<strong>net</strong>Bob Dunahaugh, 4441 Deer View Road, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411Bearing Tool We have an indoor shop that a <strong>GMC</strong> can fit in. I have extensive working knowledge of the entire<strong>GMC</strong> Home 319-393-8440 Cell 319-521-4891 Work 319-521-4890 Email yenko108@hotmail.comGil Gilbertson Gilbertson, 945 NE 52 Ave., Des Moines, IA 50313Located about three minutes from where I 35 and I 80 run together, north side of Des Moines. Facilities Noreal help other than small tools. Happy to offer any help possible. Give me a call if you have a problem and ifyou don't have a problem call a Home 515 266 5077 Work 515 289 2334Tasha Gould, Des Moines, IA 50315Home 515-778-2218 Email betty@yahoo.comKarl Jirgens, 501 East Section Line Road, Laurens, IA 50554We live in the northwest corner of Iowa. We have lots of room, a large shop to help you work indoors. Limitedamount of tools, but several friends with skills to chip in. Welcome any <strong>GMC</strong> visits, don't need to be in trouble.Place to overnight. Although my <strong>GMC</strong> knowledge is very weak, my enthusiasm isn't. <strong>The</strong>re are four <strong>GMC</strong>coaches parked in the garage. Would attempt to help any time-day or night. Home 712-841-2427 Emailjirgens@pio<strong>net</strong>.<strong>net</strong>28


Gary & Jan Mau, Davenport, IA 52803Bearing Tool 3-4 miles from I-80 & I-280, 1 mile from I-74. Driveway can accomodate 1 or 2 coaches, 1w/30 amp electrical and 1 with 20 amp, water for both. Still working full-time but happy to assist any waypossible. Cell phone number best during day, either number nights & weekends. I have most tools need for<strong>GMC</strong> repairs and service as I do most of my own work. Home 563-344-7985 Cell 563-650-2248 Emailiagmc@yahoo.comDave Pottebaum, 9856 NE 88th St, Bondurant, IA 50035Just off I-80 and I-35. Plenty of space to park. Small shop with basic tools and a few spares. Happy to help inany way I can or will at least have a spot for you to park until other help arrives. Home 515-710-8932 Emailpottebaum5@msn.comKANSASMichael Bergman, 28975 Oxford Road, Louisburg, KS 66053Bearing Tool I live south of the Kansas City metro area. Have a '78 EII. Can assist as needed. Tools for minorrepairs and large yard to work on your <strong>GMC</strong> if you can get up steep gravel driveway. Camping nearby. Have aBEARING TOOL. Call first to see if we are home, Home (913)837-5895 Cell (913)568-6311 Email michaelbergman@mokancomm.<strong>net</strong>Jim & Dorothy Kluender, 112 Southfork Road, Lansing, KS 66043(15 miles W of Kansas City & 10 miles N of I-70 ). Have some tools and shop for minor work. I know thereputable mechanics in the local area. We have a large yard and a place to park a coach, if needed. We are new<strong>GMC</strong>'ers, and will be happy to assist any <strong>GMC</strong>'ers in need. Home 913-250-0404 Work 913-651-4437John Troy, 117 Country Club Lane, Parsons, KS 67357Have space and hookups for a unit. Limited expertice. Home 620 421 0390 Email jmtroy117@yahoo.comKENTUCKYSandy and Larry Davis, Frankfort, KY(I-64 between Louisville and Lexington) We have a large lot which will hold many more <strong>GMC</strong>'s and the toolsneeded to work on a <strong>GMC</strong>. Home 502-875-2654 Cell 502-696-4091Jim and Marlys Garman, 446 Pondsville Kepler Rd., Smiths Grove, KY 42171Farm located 5 miles off I-65 exit 38. Have a shop with 10†door, cement floor, water, elect. air compressorand assorted tools including jacks and floor stands and <strong>GMC</strong> manuals. Some knowledge of basic tasks, haveconnections to a good shade tree mechanic and weâ€re 20 miles from a new Camping World. We can offerB&B if stranded, overnight parking, or just stop and talk <strong>GMC</strong>s. Home 270-563-9353 Cell 270-535-4084Pager 270-535-1930 Email garmanmarlys@aol.comElmer Olson, 42 W Williamsburg St--1022, Whitley City, KY 42653I'm not a mechanic but I have some tools and a place out of the rain to park and plug in. Also, I know two goodmechanics, each with their own commercial shop and each reasonable. Home 606-376-2374 Cell 606-521-0691Email elmerrolson@yahoo.com29


Walter & Sandy Olson, 250 Tartan Drive, Henderson, KY 42420We are newbys, but hands on when possible. ie: new rear air system; new/larger front disc brake, ect. Lots oftools & large driveway. Could park your coach on the farm 30 miles away if necessary. Our first "RV" was aVW Westfalia years ago and there were times that I could have used a list like this. Home 270-827-5918 Cell270-577-9512 Work 270-577-9513 Email olsonw@bellsouth.<strong>net</strong>Tom Whitton, 3644 Drury Lane, Paducah, KY 42001I have just enough personal knowledge of the <strong>GMC</strong> to be dangerous but know people in western Kentucky areawith actual knowledge who can do real work. I like to talk, am helpful, and love my <strong>GMC</strong>! Home 270-443-5263 Work 270-442-1234Byron Songer, 9821 Meadow Vale Drive, Louisville, KY 40242We have space in the driveway for overnight guests Home 502-254-3371 Cell 502-558-8219 Emailbnsonger@me.comLOUISIANAChip Gremillion, 7842 Walmsley Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70125Being a recent <strong>GMC</strong>'er I don't have any favorite service facilities, but I am willing to help out with parts housesand can loan tools if in a pinch. I am a seasoned shade tree mechanic and do most of my own engine, and coachwork. I can certainly direct Home 504-866-6429 Work 504-533-5064Steve Magown, 163 Gus Ledbetter Rd., Monroe, LA 71225Bearing Tool NE Louisiana on I-20. 115 miles W of Jackson, Ms. and 100 miles E of Shreveport, La. Mybusiness is Euro Car, 410 Louisville Ave. (US 80), Monroe, La. I'm available anytime day or night and cantravel a 50 mile radius to help. Have a dump connection and e Home 318-323-0000 Cell 318 614 1443 Emailsteve@magresources.comScott Shean, 12223 Lake Leta Circle, Baton Rouge, LA 70816Bearing Tool Located close to both I-10 and I-12. I have hand tools, floor jack, jack stands, BEARING TOOL,and <strong>GMC</strong> maintenance manuals. Home (225) 293-3696 Fax (225) 291-4892MAINEBill Brown, Enfield, MEWe are about 10 miles east of I-95 at exit 217. I am here only part time between 6/15 & 9/15 but I am willing toassist a <strong>GMC</strong> owner if possible. Cell (740) 202-0763 Email carguybill@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>MARYLANDBruce and Valerie Kendall, 3673 Sharp Road, Glenwood, MD 21738Bearing Tool We have space with full hookups and usually vehicles available. Our workshop is well suppliedwith tools and we have a junkyard (used auto parts). We don't have many parts left for our <strong>GMC</strong>s, but we havethe national hook up for part searches and we have accounts with new parts places for the non-Eldo specificparts. We are 40 minutes from DC and 30 minutes from Baltimore. Our home always has room for more folks.30


So for rescue or tourist trip, please call. Home 410-489-4122 Cell 301-674-3687 Email glenair@erols.comJohn Massey, 2208 Penfield lane, Bowie, MDBearing Tool Midway between Washington DC and Annapolis, MD. Our driveway is two cars wide andlonger than a <strong>GMC</strong>, if needed, we can dump our two cars in the street and let a <strong>GMC</strong> park in the driveway. Nohookup other than Electric. No mechanic but have done my own b Home 301-249-6178 Emailjohn.massey@tcs.wap.orgGlen A. Smith, 30089 Hickory Drive, Mechanicsville, MD 20659I'm located in southern Maryland, west side of Chesapeake Bay in St. Mary's county. . I have generalautomotive type tools, have places to park overnight or longer, have general knowledge of automotivetechnology, have made most of the repairs required on Home 301-884-5461 Work 301-884-4896MASSACHUSETTSLarry Hill, 2 Birch St., Amesbury, MA 1913Fairly mechanically inclined, willing to help, know the New England area well, lots of local contacts. Home978-388-1016 Cell 978-815-7707 Email acmlbp@yahoo.comMike O'Connell, Deerfield, MA 1342Former mechanic in previous life but just starting out in the <strong>GMC</strong> fix-it dept. Have some tools, knowledge ofthe Western Mass area. Home 413 320 7717 Cell 413 320 7717 Email moconnell2000@yahoo.comMICHIGANDick Balsley, 53083 Briana Ct, Shelby TWP, MIHave 50 amp plug in driveway, fairly good work shop with mill, lathe, small press and more, have a very goodknowledge in <strong>GMC</strong>'s and trucks and cars in general. Home 586-781-9552 Work 313-215-8679Paul Bartz, Kalamazoo, MIBearing Tool Home 269-375-8331 Email pbartz@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Ken and Linda Betz, 17963 Wolfe Road, Curtis, MI(Manistique Lakes) in Upper MI - - aka middle of nowhere. We are located about 65 miles West of theMackinaw Bridge on South Manstique Lake - - a couple of miles southwest of Curtis. We bought the lot nextdoor and it has a couple of dumps, 20&30 amp service and water to make your stay as pleasureable as possible.I am retired now but was a vocational autoshop teacher for seven years and a mechanical engineer for almost 30years after that. If you are broken down, I have a decent shop of sorts and together we can get you patched upenough to get you home. I have a lot of tools (no brg tool yet) and if we can't fix it, I can find someone who can.<strong>The</strong> beer is cold, the showers hot and the food is good too. Even if not broken down, stop for a nite and camphere - - it's free you know! We are gone from Thanksgiving to early April. Home 906-586-3110 Emailbooks1967@aol.comDuncan Campbell, 282 Maplewood Dr., East Lansing, MI 4882377 Palm Beach 26 Foot Home 517-332-7735 Email campbell@mappingsolutions.com31


David and Loretta Campbell, 410 Crooked Tree Dr, Petoskey, MI 49770I don't think we have anyone here in northern Michigan. I am willing to help in any way I can, given mynonexistent mechanical skills and tools. Home 231 487-0500 Work 231 547-9989Matt Colie, 19560 Savage Rd., Belleville, MI 48111In the shadow of Metro Airport (DTW), can park with water and electric. Lots of tools and basic knowledge,but no <strong>GMC</strong> specific tools (yet). Striking range of 3 major RV dealers, 5 autoparts stores (a local Napawarehouse) and several real good hardware stores. Email mattcolie@gmail.com - goes to my phone. Home734-753-5054 Cell 734-552-3523 Email matt7323tze@gmail.comPhilip and Kathy Dickinson, 3945 Wickham Dr, Muskegon, MIBearing Tool not far from the I-96/I-31 interchange. We have electrical for one coach and some tools(including BEARING TOOL) but very little knowledge. Home 231-780-4047 Work 231-722-6618Gary Greenwood, 1800 Baseline Rd, Leslie, MI 49251Bearing Tool Have owned my <strong>GMC</strong> since 1985. Have done a lot of the mechanical work. BEARING TOOLand a well equipped shop. Room to park with 20 amp service. Will do what I can for a fellow <strong>GMC</strong> owner.Home 517 589-8155 Work 517 787-3650 x248Charlie Harper, Eagle, MI 4882211 miles north and east of Lansing mi 1 1/4 miles north of I-96 exit 84 have storage -can flat bed haul over theroad --have wrecker can unit do repair and have mechanic on hand body repair - have space for several unitswith power around most of the time do not have a bearing tool there are several close by. Home 517-204-7372Fax 517-626-2282Don & Anne Hart Hart, 836 SO State RD, Corunna, MI 48817Bearing Tool We welcome anyone to visit any time, have plenty of parking space and hook ups, tools, jackswelders etc. with most things to work on the <strong>GMC</strong>. Also have extra parts Coaches. will be glad to assist inanyway I can. Just off I-69 between Flint and Lansing. Home 989-277-8885 Email hartdna@gmail.comKen Hugelier, 16226 Carlisle, Detroit, MI 48205Bearing Tool Home 313-929-4114 Cell 313 929-4114 Email kahugelier@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Ritch & Betty Hwang, Pontiac, MIBearing Tool located near I-75 and exit 92 (Dixie Highway), which is between Pontiac & Flint just north of theM-15 Clarkston exit. Have two 3-ton floor jacks, jack stands, 4-ton bottle jack, air compressor, impact wrench,etc., 1st version front BEARING TOOL & rear Home 248-625-2862Mike Kruse, Woodhaven, MI 48183I'm between Monroe and Detroit and backup to I-75 at the 30.2 mile marker. No <strong>GMC</strong> specific tools but have<strong>GMC</strong> manuals and plenty of other tools, been building Hot Rods for over 40 years. Indoor spot to work on<strong>GMC</strong> and plenty of outside parking. Close to part stores and other stores. Home 734-676-2368 Emailcarcruse@comcast.<strong>net</strong>Greg & Evelyn Lassa, Romulus, MI 48180New to this but have always loved the <strong>GMC</strong> <strong>Motorhome</strong>! Willing to help anyone any way we can. Had somegreat folks in Valparaiso help us out just last week (8-12-11) Home 734-946-9429 Cell 630-408-9491 Emaillassa@att.<strong>net</strong>Alan & Kara LaVoisne, 922 Lockwood Rd, Ortonville, MI 48462I am still learning my way around the <strong>GMC</strong> and shops in the area. Cinnabar is about 1hr 45mins away. I have32


asic tools plus 4 ton floor jack and 4 jack stands and an air compressor with impact wrench. I have a barn witha 14 foot door to an unheated space and a 9 foot door to a heated space. I can get my <strong>GMC</strong> in the 9 foot doorby lowering the air bags. 30AMP service available and water of course. Home 248-636-4201 Cell 248-884-1450 Pager 248-762-4110 Email lavoisne@lavoisne.<strong>net</strong>Craig Lechowicz, 315 Reymont Road, Waterford, MI 48327Bearing Tool Just have a good start on my <strong>GMC</strong> makeover, but have 30+ years experience in the auto industry.Pretty extensive tool collection, including TZE Bearing tool. Not that much knowlege of local shops, but candefinitely give help/recommendations with repairs. Pretty tight on parking space, and can't fit <strong>GMC</strong> in mygarage, but can work on outside. Home 248-683-9218 Cell 313-319-2569 Emailcraig.lechowicz@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Steve Leese, Harbor Beach, MIWe have plenty of room in the thumb of Michigan, room for the motorhome to be put inside and some tools.We could be a starting point before calling the dealers in Sandusky which are about 40 miles south of us. <strong>The</strong>reare also local shops that can help wi Home (989) 550-0649Dave Markus, Ann Arbor, MIJust off of I-94, 5 mi. west of Ann Arbor. Home 734-761-2710 Cell 734-972-6702 Email davem@mich.comDave Meekhof Meekhof, 11580 Leonard Rd, Nunica, MI 49448Bearing Tool Have a BEARING TOOL, have not learned how to use it yet. Have a trucking fleet shop inGrand Rapids Home 616-837-6034 Cell 616-534-0077Russell Mehlenbacher, 911 W. Third St., Rochester, MI 48307Basic Tools, Basic Knowledge, Still working full time. Home 248 656-1487 Cell 248 561-5841 Emailrussmehl2000@juno.comBarry & Ellen Miller, 187 W. Pontaluna Rd, Muskegon, MI 49444We are not far from the I-96/US-31 interchange and very close to Hoffmaster State Park. We have mostcommon hand tools; <strong>GMC</strong> Service Manuals and can assist in local service contacts or advise on restaurants orpoints of interest. Home 231-799-0799 Email bmmiller@gte.<strong>net</strong>Gary Mills, Livonia, MIIt is no longer the "Pumkin", Except for the last part of October. LOL <strong>The</strong> color is "BitterSweet". Not Orange<strong>The</strong> new name is "<strong>The</strong> Tangerine Dream". I do not trust any local mechanics. I do most all the work myself. Bylocal law it is not legal to park in my driveway. I park it in a welding shop yard. Just a few miles from thehouse. <strong>The</strong>y have funny hours. 6am-2pm M-F. He is a very good welder and would let me work on my rig inhis yard. I do have some tools and would be willing to help with minor repairs. Home 734-464-3402 Emaildaveel@ix.<strong>net</strong>com.comBob Neeb, 336 East Butler, Bad Axe, MI 48413Bearing Tool Mobil Fuels Distributor & Cooper Tire Dealer BEARING TOOL Home 517 269-7994 Work517 269-6481Todd Perkins, Detroit, MI 48207I live downtown so I don't have anywhere to park/work on the RV but I do have tools and lots of localknowledge. i.e. where to dump for free, where to park for free, free transportation to sporting events, ect. Justgive me a call/txt 24/7 and I can help ou out. IF you are coming to Detroit, send me an email advance and I canhelp you plan your trip, find parts or we can meet for coffee/drinks while you are here. Home 313-570-863333


Email taperk@gmail.comDale Ropp, 1633 New Jersey Ave, Marysville, MI 48040Bearing Tool I have many of the tools to fix and repair most of the equipment on the <strong>GMC</strong>. I have a MIGwelder, aircompressor, jacks and blocks I still work on my <strong>GMC</strong> all the time and still like to do the work. Iwould not mind driving 60 miles to help out a <strong>GMC</strong>er with problems. Also we live only about 60 miles fromSandusky MI. Home 810 364 5117 Cell 810 300 0490 Email daleropp@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Clark Searle, 3473 Mineral Springs Trail, Mt. Pleasant, MIDon't know how helpful I could be, but if any <strong>GMC</strong>-er is having trouble in my area, I'll try to help out as muchas possible. Just a house and garage, but with some <strong>GMC</strong> work experience and service manuals to guide effort.Home 517-772-1864Carl Shemwell, 7282 Clinton Macon Rd, Clinton, MI 49236bought 10/2013 since getting it home have replaced timing chain with cloyes double row, all intake and exhaustvalves, water pump, water and vacuum hoses, v belts, removed old carpet to replacfe with laminate, had radiatorrebuilt and replaced battery tray. Alcoas have a recall on all 6 so will replace wheels and tires. the dream list islong coach has 67k miles and no russt, always been in alabama. Home 517-423-2888 Cell 517-499-3862 Emailcarlsstinson@gmail.comDennis K. Simpson, 8620 S. Westnedge AVE, Portage, MIHome 616-323-0531Jim Struthers Struthers, Fenton, MIBearing Tool Have BEARING TOOL. Have pit available. Home (810) 629-3444 Pager (810) 812-1003Mike Struthers, 2961 Strawberry Dr, Troy, MI 48098Glad to help if I can. Have some tools, jack stands, bottle jack and floor jack. Currently going through my new77 Eleganza and learning allot in the process. Home 248-647-6449 Cell 248-909-8311 Emailmthomas@wideopenwest.comJohn Tripp, 3060 S. 15 1/2 Rd., Harrietta, MI 49638We just got our second <strong>GMC</strong> 76 Royale I think. We dont have any speciilized <strong>GMC</strong> tools but do have manyshop tools, welding and a big hammer Home 231-878-3417 Cell 231-878-3417 Email coraltripp@yahoo.comJim Verhelle, 3391 Ponemah Dr., Fenton, MI 48430Bearing Tool Home 810 629 5744 Cell 810 516 1337 Email oma484@aol.comRichard Waters, 4222 Rouge Circle Drive, Troy, MI 48098Bearing Tool SE Michigan near I-75 10 miles North of Detroit. I travel but can be contacted by my office voicemail. Leave a message and that will activate my pager which I generally always wear. Neighbor also has a<strong>GMC</strong> and has a <strong>GMC</strong> service ramp for under coach acce Home 248 644-5332 Work 248 642-6928 x310 Email1976palmbeach@digitek-asi.comRick Williams, 5140 William Drive, Gladstone, MI 49837Home 906 789-1984 Email rickw@mich.comJohn R. Wright, 1196 E. Olson Rd, Midland, MI 48640Bearing Tool Have the knowledge to get you back on the road and can get you help. Home 989-839-0496 Cell989 859-0715 Email powerjon@chartermi.<strong>net</strong>34


MINNESOTARichard Bergquist, Cloquet, MN(just West of Duluth, Mound, MN (Mpls west suburb) 952-472-5506 the rest of time. Travel I-35 Mpls/Duluth2-3 times/week. Have tools and drive on lift in Cloquet. (lift outside but new) Own 2 <strong>GMC</strong>'s 76 Eleganza (rat)and 76 Royale rear bath. Have mechanical skills, tools, tire changer and balancer. Access to some Toro parts.Do ALL of my own work. Early retiree, both homes on lakes, coffee bad but plentiful, always buildingsomething. Finish other peoples projects but have trouble with mine. Volunteer with ski jumpers throughoutMidwest, so travel a bit. Had first <strong>GMC</strong> in 1977. www.ToyBoxFull.com Home 218-879-6810 Cell 612-619-9435 Email rickbergquist@msn.comSteven Berkness, 25216 University Ave NW, Isanti, MN 55040Bearing Tool I'm quite handy and I have alot of tools. Home 763-444-3702 Emailsteven.berkness@state.mn.usJohn Biwersi, 2938 Mary Street, Maplewood, MN 55109Bearing Tool Usually have rebuilt final drives availlable. Have good supply of tools. Know broad range ofcontacts in my area. Have done many repairs and upgrades myself on my coaches. Limited parking space.Home 651-779-6498 Cell 612-747-5831 Email jbiwersi@mac.comTim & Betsy Brown, 604 Hassan St. SE, Hutchinson, MN 55350Bearing Tool Own 76 Glenbrook Not a mechanic but can help with minor problems Home 320-587-4808 Cell612-986-7903 Email tbbrown@hutchtel.<strong>net</strong>Dave Crowe, 632 Cty Rd 18, Wrenshall, MN 55797no specialty tools.....no special knowledge.....but will assist anyway i can!! Home 218-384-4942 Cell 218-380-5360 Email gmcers74@yahoo.comChuck Donnelly, 1900 North 3rd, Stillwater, MN 55082Bearing Tool a suburb of St Paul Within 8 miles of 694 and 10 miles of 35 E I have a large wide drive waythat can accommodate several coaches and power and water. I have no (none, nada) mechanical ability.Mechanical Engineer by education, but mechanics end the Home 651-430-0450 Work 651-733-2068 Emailcad3M@aol.comRoland and Rachel Fischer, St. Cloud, MNWe are newbees with a 26' Glenbrook that I stretched to 33' and a 23' Coachman. Have tools, a few skills, a fewskills and time. Home 320 252 1520 Cell 320 761 1518 Email rolandfischer@astound.<strong>net</strong>Grant Leonard, 5230 Hope St.S.E, Prior Lake, MN 55372I have been a <strong>GMC</strong> owner since 1979, now on my third one. I now have a 1978 Birchaven, formerly owned a1976 Eleganza, 1977 Palm Beach. I love <strong>GMC</strong>s and am pleased with my 23 footer. Home 952 447 3625Mike Magnuson, Min<strong>net</strong>onka, MNBearing Tool Cover Minneapolis area. Strong mechanical abilities and many tools available. BEARINGTOOL Home 612-541-9893Robert Mahowald, 512 S. Sutton Lake Blvd., Jordan, MN 55352Our shop address is 7877 W. 150 st. Savage Mn. 55378. I run a cabi<strong>net</strong> shop and my brother runs anautomotive repair business out of our shop. We have the tools and experience to tackle just about any problem.35


Home 952 492 2270 Cell 612 221 9981 Email mahowaldcabi<strong>net</strong>@frontier<strong>net</strong>.<strong>net</strong>Mark McKee, 1901 13th Street N.E, Arden Hills, MN 55112I have a Specialty Steel Business (A.T.S. Steels, Inc. ) near the corner of 35W and 694. Large drive in shop,Plenty of outdoor parking and many tools, Jacks, Fork Lifts, etc… we work on are machinery with. I'm new to<strong>GMC</strong> <strong>Motorhome</strong> ownership (1976 Elegan Home 651-636-2200 Pager 888 934 9849 EmailMapps@prodigy.<strong>net</strong>Jim Melberg, 1945 Prior Avenue, Roseville, MN 55113Retired (oh so tired), usually around except maybe on weekends. Not much good at doing any work, but maybehave information and do have coffee. Home 651-645-4139 Email pb75ft26@yahoo.comJohn Noterman, Jordan, MNTwin Cities and southern Minnesota coverage. Located 30 miles south of Twin Cities If you break down I canhelp you fix the problem or know people who can. Also a place to hook up during repair. Coffee is always on.Home 952-496-1088Mike & Stephanie Pontius, Brainerd, MNjack of all trades. Completed frame off. Home 218-825-8962Jon Roche, 2104 Clearwater Road, St Cloud, MN 56301call me if you need help or are in the area. I do have a garage (too short for <strong>GMC</strong> to fit inside), driveway anddecent tools in town. new to motorhomes and <strong>GMC</strong>'s, so no special tools yet. Home 612-961-4196 Cell 612-961-4196 Email lqqkatjon@gmail.comGary Stoneking, 3605 France Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55422Limited tools and mechanical abilities, but will help any way I can. I just bought my '77 Kingsley in June, 2011,and I'm still learning the ropes. Home 612-349-3634 Cell 612-567-7701 Email gary@stoneking.<strong>net</strong>Chris & Lisa Taylor, 2808 Stonegate CT SW, Rochester, MN 55902Close to I-90 and US 52 in Rochester, MN famous for the Mayo Clinic. Have basic tools and limited skills. Iknow where good food is. Feel free to call/stop by if you are passing through. Work email:cstaylor@us.ibm.com Home 507-281-2965 Cell 507-269-5047. Work 507-253-7939 Emailfourtaylor@hotmail.comKieth Vasilakes, 5131 Greenwood Drive, Mounds View, MN 55112In the nothern Suburbs of Minneapolis / St Paul. About 1 mile off I35 just north of I694. Have tools, welders 30amp hookup I have just a 2 car driveway but it's useable for repairs. I'm a decent backyard mechanic. Home763-784-5318 Email my427v8@hotmail.comMISSISSIPPICarl Bahrs, 14210 Old hwy 67, Biloxi, MS 39532Wal-Mart just off of I-110 Auto Zone, NAPA and advance close by. Call anytime. Home 228 396 3820 Cell228 861 3677John Jr Book, Yazoo City, MS 39194Home 662 571-6764 Email jbookjr@cableone.<strong>net</strong>36


Charles and Sara Ellington, 204 Chambers, Corinth, MS 38834I just purchased a 75 transmode and am in the process of rebuilding it from scratch. At the moment it iscompletely gutted and the mechanics are almost completed. I am in Corinth, Mississippi, upper northeast cornerof Ms. on at the intersection of state Home 662-286-8067 Email charlese@tsixroads.comTom Phipps, PO Box 820228, Vicksburg, MS 39182I'm willing to go East to Jackson, MS, West to Monroe, LA, North to Yazoo City, MS and South to Natchez,MS. That is a pretty good circle of help. Cell 251 648 7722 Email tph1pp5@yahoo.comMISSOURIKen and Lois Doyle, Springfield, MOBearing Tool We are new <strong>GMC</strong> owners and totally inexperienced in the art of RVing. We have few mechanicalskills or other resources, but we can offer accommodations, coffee, and commiseration. BEARING TOOL 75GB Lois Office: 417-883-2555 Cell: 417-848-0555 Home 417-742-2887 Cell 417-851-3067 Work 417-889-9090Tom Dugan, Springfield, MOMinimal tools and knowledge of Mechanical requirements. Have coffee pot and can contact the shop that I usefor repair on my 1976 Edgemonte. Home 417-883-7579Dan Gregg, 1012 West Fan<strong>net</strong>ta, Dexter, MO 63841Bearing Tool Retired and on the road for extended periods of time. Our driveway is always here for other<strong>GMC</strong>ers. I carry a bearing puller in the coach but have no idea how to use it. We are 20 miles west of I-57 andI-55 intersection on Hiway 60. Easy to find. Stop and see us. Cell 573-614-8449 Emailgregg_dan@hotmail.comAndy Hereford, #1 Aholt Ln, Washington, MOOne hour west of St Louis out I-44. Have done all the repairs and updates to my 76 Palm Beach my self. Havethe manuals. I have quite a lot of tools, a welder and so on (I restore cars in my garage for fun) I know wherethe good shops are in this area. I can help. Home 314-808-0281Max Kanel, 36 Delzell woods rd, Rogersville, MO 65742Small tools,overnight stay,electric,sewer,one mile from garage,knowledge,and a lift Home 417-753-2109 Cell417-844-1732 Email jlkmek@aol.comSteve Minnick, Chillicothe, MO 60641Have considerable <strong>GMC</strong> engine experience (not professional) and some decent machine shop and repair shopcontacts. Plenty of room to park. Home 660-646-4593 Cell 660-707-5303 Email steveminnick@cmuonline.<strong>net</strong>Larry Nelson, 3419 S. Rogers, Springfield, MO 65804I do all of my own work on mine (won't tackle engine or tranny rebuild however.....) Home 417 882 2801 Work417 882 8122Bob & Brenda Redeffenbaugh, Chesterfield, MOA suburb of St. Louis. Home 314 469-185037


TJ Rinn, 1413 Woodland Dr, St. Louis, MO 63117I live right smack in the middle of St. Louis. Immediatly off highway 40 at Big Bend, near Forest Park, Clayton.Near the 170 and 40 interchange also 15 min. from airport and can easily assist on hwy 70. Gateway<strong>Motorhome</strong> is 35 min. to the South if emergency airbags or parts are needed. Have a great experienced wheellift operator for tow assistance. St. Louis is a mess with the replacement of Highway 64/40, feel free to contactme for beakdown or travel assistance, or general info. on ST. Louis. Cell 314-807-1711 Emailtjmatt314@aol.comRandy VanWinkle, 5211 S Old Wire Rd, Battlefield, MO 65619'77 Eleganza II - 403, shade tree mechanic and have done all my own work on the <strong>GMC</strong>. I have a barn withjacks, tools, and some spare parts to do most anything short of pulling an engine. We would be happy to helpanyone in the Southern Missouri area. We are close to Branson (35 miles) and would welcome overnight guests(with or without any problem) and have plenty of room to park including electric and water hookups.. Cell 417-429-5925 Email rlvanwin@gmail.comMONTANAWoody Hopler, Helena, MT 59602Have tools, welder, heated shop, grease pit. Home 808-782-4446 Cell 808-782-4446 Email jal747@mac.comOwen & Shannon Johnson, Billings, MT 59101We have a place to park, a place to dump, some knowledge of the <strong>GMC</strong>, good shop, and a coffee pot. We arelocated along side of I-90 so we are easy to find. Call anytime. Home (406) 656-6567 Cell (406) 855 3271Email ojbridger@usadig.comSteve Phillips, Box 6463, Helena, MT 59604Home 406-443-8240NEBRASKAWally Anderson, 9807 North 52 S, Omaha, NEI have a fairly good selection of tools and was a mechanic in my former vocation. A place to park if needed.Working rotating shifts so keep trying if you need a hand. Located very close to I-680 on the north side ofOmaha Home 402-571-8513Nate Chase, 2422 No 151 St, Omaha, NE 68116Bearing Tool Home (402) 493-0976 Cell (402) 651-6551 Email chase@tconl.comLeland (Lee) L Garland, 9529 Burdette Circle, Omaha, NE 68134Bearing Tool Have some mechanical skills having rebuilt about everything mechanical on a couple of Corvairsand have begun front end work on my <strong>GMC</strong> (to the point of having it entirely disassembled). Most of my toolsare in Arizona where my <strong>GMC</strong> is stored. However, I d Home 402-399-1844 Work 402-222-7425Gregg Johnson, 531 Hawkeye St, Osceola, NE 68651would be willing to help any <strong>GMC</strong>'er. have building, tools, and mechanic also 28' gooseneck trailer to haulmotorhome Home 402-747-570138


Pat Moore, 1027 Skysine Dr., Elkhorn(Omaha), NE 68022Bearing Tool I have a good working knowledge of <strong>GMC</strong>s and other vehicles. Have many tools, includingbearing puller. Have a few spare parts, bearings, seals, etc. Have a good knowledge of parts location. Have anunemptyable coffee pot and a libation or two on occasion. Home 402-289-0778 Cell 402-681-5580 Emailpmoore33@cox.<strong>net</strong>John Nepper, Jr, Omaha, NECell 402 677-7405Buster Smith, 842 So Denver, Hastings, NE 68901Home 402-463-1830 Cell 402-460-1234 Email sbsmith@windstream.comDouglas Smith, 1711 S 22nd St, Lincoln, NE 68502I am a reasonably adept mechanic with basic tools. No specialized tools, unfortunately. <strong>GMC</strong> owner since '95.Home 402-416-3585 Cell 402-499-7126 Email dsmithy18@gmail.comRoger Struempler, 24300 S 54th ST, Firth, NE 68358I live on 20 acres about 15 miles south of Lincoln Nebraska. Plenty of room to park for the night if you need to.We can plug you into my shop. I have a 30' x 40' heated shop and most hand tools. I also have a small welder,lathe, and milling machine. I bought my <strong>GMC</strong> in 2008 so I'm still learning the things that are unique to the<strong>GMC</strong> but if you are having problems we'll get it figured out. I've already removed, rebuilt, and replaced myengine, and also installed a Howell EFI. I work 10 hours a day Monday through Thursday but otherwise I'musually close by. Call my home number first. If no answer try my (wife's) cell. Home 402-792-3145 Cell 402-429-0136 Email munypit@hotmail.comNEVADABill & Cindy Earnhardt, 1565 Downs Dr, Minden, NV 89423Plenty of space to park Home 775-790-3898 Email billearnhardt@charter.<strong>net</strong>Jeff & Carolyn Farrell, 199 East Bonanza Drive, Elkhorn(Omaha), NV 89706-0174Lake Tahoe, Carson City, Reno and surrounding territory. I am learning by doing on my 77 EII. Not muchmechanical expertise but I can provide some insight on local services, moral support and a place to park.Coffee, tea and beer always available, (not n Home 775.883.8277 Cell 775.720.2242 Fax 775.883.8397 Emailjfarrell@outpostproductions.comGeorge Groth, 2133 Rapids Court, Carson City, NV 89703Have a good set of tools, meters, testers and some practical knowledge of the workings of the <strong>GMC</strong>. Have alarge cement driveway on which to park and have dump, electrical and water at the site. No wheel bearing tool,though. Close to Lake Tahoe. Come and stay for a night or a week, we'd enjoy the visit. Home 775 882-7207Cell 775 721-7694 Email grggroth@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Roy & Paula Keen, 2951 San Miguel Ct, Minden, NV 89423Located 10 miles south of carson city and 30 miles east of south lake tahoe. 1 1/2 miles off hwy 395 . Have afair amount of hand and power tools and do my own repairs on the <strong>GMC</strong> and autos. Don't have a bearing toolbut I have a 20 ton hydrolic press. Large cement driveway 30 amp power and water. I'll help if I can and it is okto park on the driveway overnight. I am retired and usualy at home from march to december. Home 775 2675876 Email roynpaula@charter.<strong>net</strong>39


Ken and Judy Thatcher, Las Vegas, NVArea of coverage Southern Nevada We have very little technical knowledge. We do have some spare parts.We are retired and generally are available. We have a later model 76PB. I am sorry to report that we have hadVERY poor experience with all of the m Home 702-399-2339Kirk & Eloise Yeager, Yerington, NV 89447Northern Nevada off of Hiwy 95 Alt. Located 7 miles south of town between Hiwy 339 and Hiwy 208. Wehave tools, ramps, jack, torch & welder. You will have to do the welding, I’m too shaky now. We can providea hook up or two and there is parking room for several <strong>GMC</strong>’s. <strong>The</strong> coffee is hot and the beer is cold. Home(775) 463-2711 Cell (775) 815-8893 Email ndnkirk@gmail.comNEW HAMPSHIREMike Glover, Plaistow, NHI own and operate New England RV Service in Plaistow NH. I have serviced and repaired <strong>GMC</strong> <strong>Motorhome</strong>ssince 1975 and currently specialize in <strong>GMC</strong> repair and restoration. We have a full service center and canprovide you with a place to park if needed. I wil Home 603-382-8272 Email NE-RV@comcast.<strong>net</strong>Lee Goddard, 19 Smith Rd, Moultonborough, NH 03226Have parking 20 amp electric, water sewer near by, some tools & <strong>GMC</strong> skills, Willing to help <strong>GMC</strong>ers anytime. Home 603-279-2488 Cell 603-707-2369 Email atlantis30@roadrunner.comVernon & Carol Goddard, 30 Foundry Ave, Meredith, NH 03253We are located off I-93 N Rte 104 E, -- willing and eager to help <strong>GMC</strong>ers with any problems. Have parking, 30amp service - some mechanical tools, including 3/4 - 1/2 drive impact wrenches, jacks, floor stands, aircompressor, etc - some mechanical know how. Experienced <strong>GMC</strong> mechanic and machine shop near by. Canprovide locala transportation, shopping near by. To cruise the Big Lake on the water or by train/air/foot, you areon your own. We will make effort to help you on your way to Happy Trails. Home 603-253-6160 Cell 603-707-2369 Email atlantis717@yahoo.comLes Simpson, 205 Meredith Ctr Rd, Meredith, NH 03253Hot Coffee, Cold Beer, some tools, some knowledge, Water/ Elec. available, plan your breakdowns in scenicNH. Home 603-279-8558 Cell 603-707-0655 Pager 603-707-0654 Email LesfromNH@live.comDick and Claire Sedgewick, 100 Horne St, Dover, NH 03820Dover is on the southern Maine border 10 mi west of Portsmouth, NH on route 108 We welcome visitors introuble or not. Overnight hook up with 30 amp service, plenty of space and dump at shop location with help forminor repairs incl tools with plenty of l Home 603 742-1555 Email klaire@attbi.com richard@airex.comMaurice Sesia, 34 E Monomonac Rd, Rindge, NH 03461own B-Z towing, Cannot tow gmc but can help. Been auto tec 30+ years Home 603-899-5196 Cell 603-731-8877 Work 603-899-6614 Email lemanslittlegto@yahoo.comNEW JERSEYWalter Bright, Delanco, NJBearing Tool Exit 43 I-295, Creek Rd. Between Exit 4-5 NJ Turnpike. Lots of tools, space, and strong40


Colombian coffee (the way God intended it) and I may even be able to lend a hand (I do all my own mechanicalwork). Safe, semi-rural area near lots of resources for p Home See NotesTom Lins, 2 Elmwood Dr, Milltown, NJ 08850Have power hookup. Willing to help however I can. Home 732-246-2867 Cell 908-745-9964 Emailtlins@optonline.<strong>net</strong>Ed Lubowicki, Somerset, NJWe are 11 miles from Exit 29 on I-78. We are 6 miles from exit 9 on the New Jersey Turnpike. We canprovide a hook up and if you want to visit NYC, we will take you to the train station and pick you up. (we donot drive in NYC) As to repairs, we have s Home (732) 873-8840NEW MEXICOMarcel Bourgon, 110 Casas Bellas, Santa Teresa, NM 88008have a full shop of tools you are welcome to use. Also to park overnight with water, electrical and tank dump.You are more than welcome just give us a call Home 575-589-2642 Cell 915 474-0988 Emailmjbourgon@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Al Chernoff, Albuquerque, NMCell 505-238-9162 Email archernoff@mac.comSean & Dawn Fulmer, Deming, NM 88030If you contact me via email. please ensure that the word "<strong>GMC</strong>" appears somewhere in the body of yourmessage. If it doesn't, your message will be deleted automatically without ever being seen. Home 575-544-5443Email gmc@noandwhere.comMarc Hogenboom, 59 Dancing Horse Rd, Madrid, NM 87010Workshop with large pit, tools, a place to stay and whatever else you might need. We are 1.5m in on a BADdirt road but my coach makes it OK so yours will too. Cell 505-919-9945 Fax 505-919-9944 Emailmarc.hogenboom@hotmail.comKen Hunter, 1995 Panorama Dr, Los Lunas, NM 87031. Located 18mi S. of Albuquerque off I-25. Can park in front of the house to regroup, use phone, tools,computer, shower, etc. Home (505) 565-2693Hal Kading, 1413 Fischer Drive, Las Cruces, NM 88007Bearing Tool Have parking spot at Las Cruces Airport, just 1 mile off I-10, Exit 132. 120 v, water and place todump. Shop with tools, press, etc. Know a good mechanic who is familar with <strong>GMC</strong>'s Home 505-524-2294 Cell575-496-3536 Work 575-524-8047 Email halkading@fastwave.bizSerge Leduc, 10045 Boothill Rd SE, Deming, NM 88030I am new to the <strong>GMC</strong>, just bought mine. I have a complete hookup for at least one <strong>GMC</strong> untill we can get youback on the road or just for a rest. Free Home 575-694-5084 Email greatmoments60@hotmail.comBob Maxwell, 214 Horner St, Belen, NM 87002I am a former Class C and A owner preparing to find a turnkey <strong>GMC</strong> in my semi retired life. I have place topark with 30 & 50 amp service, 25 miles S of Abq. I'm also active on rvforum.<strong>net</strong> and for 15 years have hostedthe Virtual Campfire ever Wed ev at 9pm ET. I've yet to see a great <strong>GMC</strong>, only one "barn" model and one up in41


CW. I hope someone in NM or passing through invites us to see what we'd really hope to have and join y'all onthe road again.Home 505-301-9320 Email bmaxwell@unm.eduSpencer McConnell, 3015 Broadmoor Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88001Home 575-523-4224 Cell 575-649-7775 Email smcconn@gmail.comJeff Willard, 21 Cimarron Trail, Silver City, NM 88061Bearing Tool I'm north of I-10 between Tucson and Las Cruces. I have a lot of tool and a very large shop.Home 575-534-9007 Cell 575-313-7464 Email jwillard@oac-inc.comJohn and Nancy Williamson, 1217 Glorieta St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112Lont time mechanic with many tools. Will assist in any way that I am able. Home 505-298-0147 Emailthewellguy@juno.comNEW YORKChester & <strong>The</strong>lma Andrews, 146 Tracy Ave, Batavia, NY 14020parking available- coffee on and always welcome here- no sevice facilities but glad to help anytime Home 585-343-3763 Email deland219@yahoo.comTony Badalamenti, West Islip, NYBearing Tool My Dad and I have had virtually every part off this vehicle at one time or another. Not muchroom for camping/staying over, but we've got a good selection of tools, spare parts, jacks, jack stands, ramps,manuals, parts books, and cool drinks (or hot if Home 631 376-0918 Cell 631-766-5706 Work 631 376-2296Email aebad@hotmail.comBill & Nita Bryant, 374 Overlook Rd, Pleasant Valley, NY 1256920 minutes North of I-84 at Fishkill, NY exit (East side of Hudson River near Poughkeepsie). Have many tools,do most of my own work/maintenance. Happy to assist if your <strong>GMC</strong> needs help in this area. Overnight <strong>GMC</strong>guests welcome. Gone to Southern US in w Home (845) 635-2812 Email bryant374@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Tim Conway, Levittown, NYHave basic tools. A county campground 4 miles away with elec & dump station. Some knowledge of local partssuppliers and mechanics. Happy to help <strong>GMC</strong>ers all I can. Home 516 735-8944 Cell 631-678-6168 Emailmactac735@mac.comEarnest Dankert, 18 Kilkenny Ct, Fairport, NY 14450Intermediate hand tools and fair knowledge. 10 mi from Rt 90. Home 585-377-8114 Emailedankert@rochester.rr.comGeorge Del Vecchio, Briscoe Cove, North Rose, NY 14516We are located on a dead end, narrow, wooded, private dirt road leading to the fabulous waterfront of LakeOntario; have limited space as a result. Willing to give aid to any <strong>GMC</strong> coachowner in our general area and /ora 'port in a storm' to anyone in the upstate NY area; have tools and some knowledge, decaf coffee and freeadvise [!] in general vicinity North of Thruway [90] and West of Rt 81; between Syr and Roc You are alwayswelcome Home 315 483 9608 Cell 315 945 0449 Email delve@rochester.rr.com42


Bill Farress, Rochester, NY 14534Bearing Tool We are 5 miles from I-90,'s Exit 45. We maintain our coach and have tools and some spare parts.Willing to help a <strong>GMC</strong>er in trouble. Short term Parking. Home 585-385-3145 Cell 585-385-5500 Emailfarress@isrny.comBill Gagnier, Rochester, NYHome 585-621-4330 Email carnutbill@msn.comRobert Hopper, 1504 Schlegel road, Webster, NY 14580I do most of my own work on my 74 Eleganza and have a few spare parts around. Home 716-265-1695Dennis Lepard, 120 S. Ellington Ave., Depew, NY 14043Bearing Tool Have tools, jacks, stands, inner and outer CV and boots, double wrap banding and banding tool. Ialso know of extensive parts availible and expertise from other members in our group locally. Home 716-684-5882 Email dll120@roadrunner.comMarcus McGee, Rochester, NYAnything between Syracuse and Buffalo south to Corning NY Home 585-271-8119 Work 800-775-2537L. Mark Millstein, Lido Beach, NYBearing Tool Located on Barrier Island to Long Island Nassau County Campground down the road. Someknowledge & tools. BEARING TOOL Home 516-431-6019 Cell 516-431-6028Bob Morris, Cortland, NYHome 607-756-9888 Email jayhawk@twcny.rr.comBob Rosenberg, RR4 Box 862, Delhi 13753Bearing Tool One hour south of Cooperstown. Have tools, BEARING TOOL and barn to work in. If you needhelp call. Home 607-746-2670 Email rincon@dmcom.<strong>net</strong>James C Rundell, 26 Angel Hill Rd, Chatham, NY 12037I have facilities to fix most anything Home 518-392-3238 Cell 518-755-8016 Email juder@taconic.<strong>net</strong>Geoffrey Wilkes, 31 Van Orden Ave, Suffern, NY 10901I have a good supply of tools and have a fair mechanical ability, however I am new to the <strong>GMC</strong> coach world4/09 . I do have all the shop manuals and the technical updates. Hopefully I'll find the right shops andmechanics in my area that are trust worthy and worth their salt when I need them. We are close to NYCtransportation and will be willing to give an helping hand to fellow <strong>GMC</strong>'ers. My wife Kelley and I (plus ourdog Rufus) would love to meet fellow <strong>GMC</strong> owners who are passing by. We are close to Interstae 287/87 andRoute 17. Hudson Valley Home (845) 357-0232 Cell (845) 394-0868 Email gwilkes@optonline.<strong>net</strong>NORTH CAROLINAFelix Acosta, Jacksonville, NCBearing Tool Jacksonville is located on U.S. 17 between New Bern and Wilmington NC in eastern NC. I dohave BEARING TOOL but haven't tried it yet. Done all my bearing work to date with Kern Thoma's puller andit works great. I'm assuming that 's will work equally as Home 910-455-249143


Ken Coit, 4312 Union St, Raleigh, NC 27609Have hand tools, some air tools, not a lot of level space, but a willingness to help in anyway I can. We are abouta mile outside the intersection of Raleigh inner beltline (440) and Six Forks Road. Home 919-783-9570 Cell919-783-9570 Email parfait@nc.rr.comRay & Jan Bechtel, 169 Country Brooke Lane, Roxboro, NC 27574We're located about 25 miles north of Durham, NC off of 501. We're new owners of a '76 <strong>GMC</strong> CoachmanRoyale, and learning about the <strong>GMC</strong> quickly! I have too many tools and enjoy using them! Let us know ifyou're in the area - plenty of parking space and power available. Home 336-599-3966 Cell 919-667-8540 Pager919-667-8541 Email rbechtel@esinc<strong>net</strong>Ron Dame, Shallotte, NC 28470(near Myrtle Beach SC) Owned a MH for 3 years, have tools plus I know what it is to be broke down with outhelp. Home 910-754-3487 Cell 910-279-7010 Email rdame@ATMC.<strong>net</strong>Ken Dilello, 2138 Roger St., Burlington, NCabout 4 miles off I-40.I have jacks-manuals-lots of tools-cutting/welding and a good knowledge of this area.parking for one <strong>GMC</strong> .no hookup but I have a kitchen & showers if needed. I am very good with <strong>GMC</strong>'s & afair mechanic. call and stop by always have Home 336-221-9134 Cell 919-593-2278Gene and Joan Dotson, 730 10th St. Dr. NW, Conover, NCjust off I-40, Exit 131. We have a garage with a pit and most tools needed for repairs. 30 amp hook upsavailable inside and outside the garage. Home 828-465-0678 Email shawnee@charter.<strong>net</strong>Bill Freeman, 1837 NC Highway 42, Colerain, NC 27924Bearing Tool I have all the necessary tools to and most of the knowledge required to work on a <strong>GMC</strong>. I have abearing tool and torsion bar unloader. <strong>The</strong> beer is either here or not far away. Home 252-356-1373 Cell 252-375-5162 Email flipflapco@gmail.comBob Hendrickson, 416 Wild Duck Ct, Wake Forest, NC 27587I have a concrete driveway, 50A hookup, plenty of hand tools including timing light, shop crane, air tools,press, etc, computer, OBD computer ( for those with FI) and the willingness to help. Two spare bedrooms ifneeded for overnighter too! About 20 years of armature mechanical experience. Also,bobhendrickson@bigfoot.com Home 919-341-2895 Cell 919-349-8645 Email hendricb1@nc.rr.comThom & Patrice Hole, 6525 Whitted Rd, Fuquay, NC 27526Bearing Tool I live near Raleigh/Durhan (20 miles east of I-95/I-40 Intersection). tools and knowledge forminor/medium repairs. 'drive thru' driveway will hold 4-5 <strong>GMC</strong>s. Some emergancy parts onhand. BEARINGTOOL Home 919-280-0988 Email thomhole@<strong>net</strong>scape.<strong>net</strong>Bob Hustler, 110 Harmon Dr, Thomasville, NC 27360If you contact me on email, PLEASE note it is about a <strong>GMC</strong> motorhome in the subject line as I do not openemails unless I know either the sender or the subject. Thanks Home 336-313-3270 Cell 337-380-8492 Emailc124bob@yahoo.comDaniel Jarvis, 6604 S C Helms road, Marshville, NC 28103On 5.5 acres (2.5 non-grazing) out in the country. Have regular 2 car garage and some tools. Plus a bed ifneeded. Home 704-624-6547 Cell 704-906-7897 Email thejarvis@gmail.com44


Hardie & Karen Johnson, 2032 Stonepond Lane, Raleigh, NC 27603Just off US 401, 7 miles south of I40 beltway Home 919-577-0188 Email hardie.j@gmail.comBrian Kivett, Ashboro, NC 27203Fair mechanic, fair tool supply. Always willing to make room. Shoulder to cry on if needed, or adult beverage ifthat is required. I can offer clean bed, hot shower and warm meal.. And commitment to assist in any wayneeded. Home 336-672-1581 Cell 336-317-2320 Email chasingsummer@triad.rr.comTy Kuykendall, 265 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NCHome 910-455-2491Tony and Glenda Layton, 101 Brookberry Drive, Jamestown, NC 27282We live 2 miles south of Greensboro, NC. All we have to offer is knowledge of the area, transportation, toolsand a helping hand. Feel free to call anytime. Sorry but we don't have parking. City ordance will not evenallow us to park ours at home. Home 336-454-9099 Email alayton@triad.rr.comJohn Moore, 211 Ridgewood Lane, Washington, NC 27889I have hand tools, some spare hoses, air bag, a few 4kw Onan parts. Have room in circle drive for overnight,can provide 20 amp to 50 amp service. (It will run my a/c ok). Can connect water, but NO sewer. Near a RVsales and service dealer and a Commercial Truck and RV repair shop. Have connections with towing service.WIll be glad to help if I can. Home 252 946 2430 Cell 252 943 7754 Email mtfm@yahoo.comPeter Mullen, 813 Cape Harbor Dr., Southport, NC 28461I have most tools available for repairs and maintenace of <strong>GMC</strong> motorhomes. I also have a full hookup and 50aservice and can accomodate visitors for short term stays while traveling up or down the mid east coast states.Home 910 457 6491 Email pmullen@ec.rr.comBarry & Carolyn Owen, 680 Beech Drive, Lexington, NC 27292Home 336-596-3278 Cell 336-250-0966 Email cowen2@triad.rr.comMark Reid, 114 Dixie Trail, Raleigh, NC 27607I am 2 miles from I-40 40 Miles from the junction of I-95 & I-40 Some tools and learning about my 73 23'Canyonland Home 919-834-7844 Cell 919-522-1497Hubert Rowell, Matthews, NC 28104Bearing Tool Have a repair shop with lifts. Can do most anything on <strong>GMC</strong>. Home 704-821-8982 Cell 704-302-4899 Email Hubert.Rowell@Carolina.rr.comDave Silva, 119 Kemp Ln, Hertford, NC 27944I bought a <strong>GMC</strong> for a parts donor for my 1972 Revcon Home 252-426-7749 Cell 252-339-6396 Emailgmc@davesilva.comRichard and Drexine Sowers, 7013 Dalehead Ct., Fayetteville, NC 28306We are located about 10 miles off of I95 near Ft Brag NC. We will try to help with any problem. If I can nothelp we will find someone who can. I have assorted automotive tools including compressor, bead blast cabi<strong>net</strong>,floor jacks, jack stands. I don't have any <strong>GMC</strong> specific tools. (there are some other in the area that do) I cansqueeze one more <strong>GMC</strong> onto the driveway. We don't have a lot of room, but have gallons of hand cleaner andlots of rags. We both work full time, so please leave a message or try the cell phone #. I have automotiveexperience and some <strong>GMC</strong> experience. Also, Drexine's Cell 910-850-8098 (she will know where I am) Home910-717-0708 Cell 910-261-670645


Jerry Wheeler, Winston-Salem, NCBearing Tool Located near intersection of Interstates 40 and 52. Have 30 amp hookup and water available forthose wishing assistance or just wanting a safe place (and privacy) to stop while passing thru and/or to tour thearea. Always willing to chat <strong>GMC</strong>'s and exchang Cell 541-260-3941 Email Jrwheeler7@gmail.comDavid Wiedenman, Burlington, NCI'm located a couple miles off of I 85-40. Area: from Raleigh, NC to Greenville, NC . I'm new to the <strong>GMC</strong>community. I can help you locate cheap fuel; provide a ride to the parts store; give information for towing. Ihave basic tools. If you want to stop b Home 336.227.3700 Cell 336.269.1414Tom & Judy Winslow, 189 Hicks Creek Road, Troutman, NC 28166Near I-40 and I-77 intersection. I do not have a shop. I do have plenty of tools, a compressor, floor jack andplenty of jack stands. <strong>The</strong>re is a concrete pad beside my home with power and water. My wife, Judy, and I livein a five (5) bedroom home so we Home 704-528-5868 Cell 828-244-2117 Pager 704-878-1157John Wyatt, 104 Covington Dr., Chapel Hill, NC 27514Though new to <strong>GMC</strong>, I have a lot of documentation and have been educated on all aspects of our motorhome. Ijust finished updating our coach to all new mechanical and electrical systems. We have a 30A connectionw/cable. Home 919-489-2980 Cell 919-602-8261 Email wyatt.john@gmail.comNORTH DAKOTAClyde Kerner, 1315 West Villard, Dickinson, ND 58601Knowledge of Dickinson Area Services and am willing to help anyway I can Home 701-483-8858 Work 701-483-3458OHIOBill Brown, Coshocton, OHBearing Tool Located 20 miles west of Interstate 77 exit (and mile marker) 65. I have a number of years ofexperience working on my <strong>GMC</strong> and many years of experience as an amateur mechanic. I am willing and eagerto help if I can. Home 740-622-1768 Email carguybill@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Bob Burkitt, Cincinnati, OH 45249Bearing Tool near Interstate Highways 75, 74, and 71. Cincinnati is in the southwest corner of Ohio, adjacentto the southeast corner of Indiana and across the Ohio River from Northern Kentucky. Have all of the manualsand some tools, no inside work area available. Home 513-530-5021 Cell 513-703-5951 Emailrburkitt@cinci.rr.comDale Cooper, 390 South State St., Painesville, OH 44077Have 4 ton jack and some tools. Home 440 354 2830 Cell 440 382 2929 Email dbcooper@ameritech.<strong>net</strong>Louis Diamond, Lexington, OHvery near Mid-Ohio Racetrack, between Cleveland and Columbus, 3 miles from I 71. Overnight parking 20Aelectric. Many tools, torch, big hammers. Some mechanical knowledge. Call anytime, always good for a cup ofcoffee. Home 419-884-034446


Mike Failor, 4889 Columbus St., Zanesfield, OH 43360Home 937 593 0000 Cell 937 603 5354 Email jmfailor0000@charter.<strong>net</strong>Robert Fouty, 390 Emmaus Road, Marysville, OH 43040IF I CANNOT HELP I CAN DIRECT THOSE NEEDING HELP TO LOCAL <strong>GMC</strong> SPECIALIST. Cell (614)361-9323 Pager (937) 243-5937 Email rfouty1@columbus.rr.comLarry Heisey, 728 Barnhart Rd, Troy, OH 45373Bearing Tool We are about a mile off of I-75 and about 15 miles north of I-70. We are about a mile off of I-75 and about 15 miles north of I-70. Have had our <strong>GMC</strong> since 1984. Engine and drive are still originalstock. Can provide overnight parking in driveway with 30A. electric, soft water and waste water pump out.ÂI have most hand tools there are many mechanics close by. Home 937-339-1995 Cell 937-216-1022 Pager 937-753-8038 Email leheisey@gmail.comBob Jackson, 100 Orchard Dr., Piqua, OHI am willing to help a fellow <strong>GMC</strong>'er in need and would welcome help if I needed it in a strange location. Home(937) 773-7773Mark Kaplan, 12430 St. Rt 521, Sunbury, OH 43074Home 614-432-3499 Cell 216-759-6243 Email markskaplan499@yahoo.comWayne Kettler, 3291 Slavik, Coldwater, OH 45828I have most usual tools, jacks,axle stands etc. for easy repairs. Plenty of room for overnight stay. I am locatedin west Ohio, 10 miles from Indiana line, 45 miles north of Dayton. Home 419-678-3401 Cell 419-305-2020Email wkettler@bright.<strong>net</strong>Gary Kosier, 534 Welcome Dr., Newark, OH 43055Bearing Tool Got lotsa' tools, if I can just find them. Inside workings, if I'm not broke down in there. Alwayslots of frantic action, but thats what makes the world spin. Got friends at the parts store and dealership. Home740-366-1833 Cell 740-501-0842 Pager 740-504-2062 Email gkosier@roadrunner.comRick Little, 907 So 2nd St, Coshocton, OH 43812Home 740-502-9213 Cell 740-502-9213 Email lttlrck@yahoo.comMatt Metz, 10940 cr 60, Degraff, OH 43318I have more tools than space to keep, tire machine, jacks, impacts, ect. Even a wrecker that I can tow <strong>GMC</strong>'swith short distances, not into cross country moves or anything like that, but I may be able to get you off theroad, I even have a complete spare motorhome to pick parts off of Home 937-844-9032 Emailmattmetz1339@gmail.comJim Miller, 5129 Princeton Glendale Rd., Hamilton, OH 45011Bearing Tool We have about anything a <strong>GMC</strong> owner might need to work on their coach Home 513-896-7393Cell 513-615-3895 Work 513-615-3894 Email jim@jimmiller.<strong>net</strong>Scott Nehoda, Avon, OH(20 miles west of Cleveland, near Rt. 83 and I-90(2 miles); 10 miles from I-80(Ohio turnpike) & I-90 exit)1270 Lear-Nagle Rd.(2000' north of I-90 overpass). Exit I-90 at Rt. 83, North to Chester Rd, right (east) to 3rdstreet, left (north) on Lear-Nag Home 440-937-569447


Dan Ryan, 613 West Front St, Perrysburg, OH 43551I'm not one of the gurus , but have been around <strong>GMC</strong> s a while. Home 419 874-3345Chuck Sankey, Westerville, OHMy wife and I are 15 Miles from downtown Columbus in the North East corner of the metro area. we have a 76Palm Beach and tinker. Can hook up to 20 amp at the house or use camp ground 10 minutes away. Will do whatwe can. . Call and we'll help Home (614)895-1860David & Peggy Shipley, 1010 2nd Ave, Middletown, OH 45044Home 513-727-3745John Shotwell, Ridgeville Corners, OH 43555Bearing Tool We are a few miles south of the Ohio Turnpike, NW corner of the state. We have a building witha pit, normal mechanics tools, water, sewer, and 30a electrical. Can provide help, food, and refreshments,overnight parking, and a sympathetic ear. Home 419-267-5140 Email jshot@rtecexpress.<strong>net</strong>Bob & Terry Stockholm, 1741 Sutts Trail, Xenia, OH 45385Greene County 8-10 miles off Route 35 bypass in Xenia, 4-5 miles West of Route 42 Have parking for (1)<strong>GMC</strong> besides mine and can provide water and power. Most hand tools Just finishing replacing engine and transfrom rebuild, did front wheel bearings (don't have the bearing puller), ball joints, shocks. Can offer help onmost items, always have beer, soda and food on hand so stop by anytime in area, just give a call to let us knowand we'll guide you in. Home 937-374-6569 Cell 937-620-3181Sandra Sturman, 1179 University Drive, Newark, OH 43055Home 740/366-9211 Fax 740/366-9460 Email sturman.1@osu.eduBob Swartz, 85 Tulip Lane, Dayton, OH 45432Rebuilt almost everything, have tools ,blocks, and contacts. Home 937-253-3288 Cell 937-361-8878 Emailedselbs58@ aol.comMike Teets, Dublin, OH(North-west corner of Columbus outerbelt - 270) Ohio tools, BEARING TOOL, muscle Beverage available:Mountain Dew. Home (614)791-1440Jim & Sandy Wagner, Brook Park, OHBearing Tool Have most tools and manuals needed for repairs. No work area available. If anyone wants to stopby, on street parking is OK, but no overnight parking. Home (216) 433-1329 Email slwjw@webtv.<strong>net</strong>Terry A. Wallace, 64702 Patterson Hill Road, Bellaire, OH 43906Home (740) 676-6145OKLAHOMABernie & Renee Baldwin, 15210 N 3960 Rd, Dewey, OK 74029I can do some work and have some tools. We have a local mechanic who has been very honest with us,reasonably in regard to charges, his work is very good and he learned to work on <strong>GMC</strong>'s when his in-laws drovea <strong>GMC</strong>. I asked and he has the books and is willing to work on <strong>GMC</strong>'s. Home 918-534-0336 Cell 918-914-247548


Monte & Helen Jestes, 8603 E Lakeview, Stillwater, OK 74075Bearing Tool Beverages, Parking, 110 -220, water BEARING TOOL, Hangar to work in, some knowledge andmanuals for the rest Come by to work, play, talk <strong>GMC</strong> or just to spend some time (OSU Cowboy games 5 milesaway) 13 Miles East of I-35 30 miles North of I-44 50 mile Home 405-372-8015 Cell (405-747-4634D C "Mac" Macdonald, 5808 SE 84th Terrace, Oklahoma City, OK 73135I have a pretty good assortment of standard hand tools plus smaller electric tools (drills, soldering tools). I don'thave much in the line of <strong>GMC</strong> maintenance knowledge or experience. I am fairly close, maybe five miles froman RV park owned by a <strong>GMC</strong>er. Home 405-741-1073 Cell 405-642-7337 Email k2gkk@hotmail.comBob Reynolds, 5821 S Santa Fe, Oklahoma City, OK 73109We have hookups that you are free to use. Within one mile of good sam park owned by a <strong>GMC</strong>'r. Havemechanic nearyby, a former <strong>GMC</strong> owner. Near walmart. One mile west of I-35, Semi retired, I have sometools but am limited on knowing how to use them. Welcome. We just came off of a 2700 mile journey andwere lucky and blessed to have no problems. Home 405-203-0334 Cell 405-203-0333 Emailmskeeter@msn.comGlyn Trimble, Broken Arrow, OK(Suburb of Tulsa) , full hookups, including 220 or 110, water and dumping facilities. limited on maintenancebut can direct you in the right direction Home (918)252-5230Charles B. Wood, 3205 Mockingbird Lane, Midwest City, OK 73110-4114Bearing Tool Bearing tool Home 405-225-6738 Cell 405-627-3614 Email cbwoodsr@swbell.<strong>net</strong>OREGONScott D. Catino, 300 Park St., Gaston, OR 97119Home 503-985-7516 Cell 503-550-1675Kelvin Dietz, 4087 Langton Ave, Eugene, OR 97402. Front and rear ramps. New to the <strong>GMC</strong>s but learning fast. Home 541-686-1375 Email kelvin@datsuns.comMel & Vickie Dones, 3740 Glendale St. S.E., Albany, OR 97322We are located about 1/4 mile (as the crow flies) East of the I-5 Freeway. Call for directions. We purchased our78 Royale in the spring of 2005 and are learning quickly. We have space for one with 20 amp hookup. We havemanuals. We will share whatever we know and shop equipment. I restore antique cars. We have hand tools,welding equipment, small lathe with milling machine, refrigerator for cold drinks, and inter<strong>net</strong> access in theshop. Home 541-926-3847 Cell 541-974-3488 Email mevidones@comcast.<strong>net</strong>Jerry Dusenberry, 1870 N. Townsend Rd, Hermiston, OR 97838Bearing Tool BEARING TOOL Home 541-567-7382 Cell 541-379-2475 Fax 541-567-1847 Emailjdus@oregontrail.<strong>net</strong>DJ & Barbie Eberhart, 233 NW Olive, Sheridan, OR(Located on highway 18 half way between I-5 and Lincoln City on the beach). I am a Cinnabar authorized<strong>GMC</strong> <strong>Motorhome</strong> Repair Facility and have a shop, some parts and a complete line of tools. We can provideelectricity, water and a dump site. Napa and Car Home 503.843.3247 Cell 503.706.6402 Emailbndeberhart@wbcable.com49


Robert Frisbee, 154 W 4th Street, Lafayette, OR 97127Have some automotive experience, have enough tools to get me into trouble. I also maintain minimal spareslike Airbags, Governor gears, ect. Home 503-781-6063 Cell 503-781-6063 Work 503-539-9259 Emailrobert.p.frisbee@intel.comGlenn Giere, 2314 N Willamette Blvd, Portland, OR 97217Bearing Tool Glad to help out, have many tools & some knowledge of the beast Home 503 283-9752 Cell 973229-3457 Email glenngiere@gmail.comDavid Graves, 43005 N. Fork Rd., Nehalem, OR 971311978 Royale center kitchen Home 503-368-4715Tony Guillory, 480 Red Mountain Dr., Grants Pass, ORin the great northwest. About 1 1/4 mile off exit #66 from I-5. I have full hook ups for a single rig and can showor direct <strong>GMC</strong>'ers around the Rogue Valley. I also know a GOOD shop for mechanical repairs at reasonableprices. Home 541-471-1944 Email d185@valleysoftisp.<strong>net</strong>Steve Harms, 4405 SE Howe Lane, Milwaukie, OR 97222(5 miles SE of Portland) Electric-15 A circuit, water, tools, some mechanical expertise. Home 503-659-5431Cell 503-502-2005 Pager 503-514-3612James and Mary Hupy, 1754 82nd Ave SE, Salem, OR 97317Bearing Tool Have bearing tools, Power brake bleeder, Torsion bar unloader tool, 5# slide hammer w/adapterto pull front hubs w/o the knuckle. Torches, wire feed welder, tig welder. Big enough shop to pull Coach intofor working on. Former vocational instructor in small engine repair. Know ONAN's. Air compressors andimpact wrenches No hoist or pit but have good blocking and jackstands. I don't like pulling transmissions orengines except for myself. Have coffee pots but not a large stock of beer. Located 6 miles east of I-5. Lots offree advise and good inter<strong>net</strong> connections to suppliers. Some repair facilities around and good parts houses too.Home 503 362 1583 Cell 503 931 4988 Email jamesh1296@gmail.comTim & Cass Jones, 448 SW Riverbend DR, West Linn, OR 97068still not much help but at least a flat place to park and a cold beer while you work on your rig and help you findhelp Home 503-723-5252Paul Roland and Dee Maaske, 567 Carol Street, Ashland, OR 97520<strong>The</strong> Sundial Home 541 482 7119Dan MacKinnon, Tigard, ORsouth of Portland, just 1 mile off I-5 at exit 291. Hook ups, many tools (except bearing puller), air compressor, 3floor jacks, ramps, level concrete parking for emergency repair. I am a well experienced do-it-yourselfer withlots of reference material a Home 503-639-8772 Email danmable@comcast.<strong>net</strong>Mike Miller, 1893 NE 12th Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97124Located west of Portland, just off of US-26 near the Hillsboro airport. I have some simple tools and a fewmanuals. I also know enough to be dangerous. other than that, I can't offer much more than street-side parking,Inter<strong>net</strong> access and ride/directions to local parts stores. (NAPA store 0.7 mile from home.) Home 513-336-1871Email m000035@gmail.comJ.D. Morris, Lincoln City, ORLots of tools and shop space. Home 541-994-3049 Cell 541-764-5222 Work 541-765-770050


Ron & Geri Meyers, 1146 Hayden Bridge Road, Springfield, OR 97477Factory trained <strong>GMC</strong> Coach technician Home 541-744-0323 Email rmeyersjr@yahoo.comDon Persinger, 42814 Leaburg Drive, Leaburg, ORBearing Tool (East of Eugene) Lot of experience with <strong>GMC</strong> <strong>Motorhome</strong>s, have tools and BEARING TOOLand glad to help <strong>GMC</strong>'ers. Complete hookup and dump site. Gone to AZ in Winter months (Box 1127) Home541-896-3306 Email dentap@teleport.comGlenn Plymate, Independence, OR12 miles west of Salem. If you have GPS, punch in N44.52.01 W123.11.90. dump station , water, electricity (20A circuit; one air conditioner at a time). Home (503) 838 6653Gene Ransom, 343 NE Scenic Drive, Grants Pass, OR 97526I have a full shop of tools and equipment and a place to park and work. Am willing to help anyone who needs ahand. I am also the Sales Rep. For Correctrack Wheel Spacers. Home 541-471-9042Mac & Sandy Scott, 6293 Fort McKay Rd., Oakland, OR 97462Have lots of tools, little <strong>GMC</strong> experience, but am willing to help out if possible. Mac's retired and is usually athome (6 miles west of Sutherlin, OR). Have two dedicated (50A w/ water) parking spots on the main UmpquaRiver, 18 mi. west of Sutherlin, OR. Home 541-459-1138 Email mac@45auto.comPhil Singleton, Roseburg, ORAs of July 4th, 2000, I acquired a l977 <strong>GMC</strong> Royale twin bed model. I have no mechanical talents. I have somesimple tools, & willing to share them. Plus manuals & tons of <strong>GMC</strong> quarterlies back to l982, plus lots ofWestern States tech info, plus parts boo Home 541-673-6124Jerry & Meri Wallace, Sandy, ORBearing Tool Not much mechanical experience. Some tools. Good Gophur. I have a BEARING TOOL andsome parts. I am now available for temporary parking. I added a gravel extension to the driveway. Home(503)668-3611J. R. Wheeler, Charleston, ORHave room for several coaches to stop in and spend the night. Can offer clam digging if the tides are right. Takefirst left after crossing Charleston bridge, about one block on right next to open lot. Home 541-260-3941Dan & Carol Winchester, Portland, ORjust off I5 south of town. Have bearing tool and other tools as I do much of my own work. I am willing to assistany <strong>GMC</strong> owner that has problem while in the area. Have a place to park temporarily and even have a levelplace but it is a very steep climb ba Home 503-244-8089Jerry and Sharon Work, 24108 Redwood Highway, Kerby, OR 97531We have parking space for at least one guest <strong>GMC</strong> and there are near by camp grounds for a larger group.While we do not have ideal working space, just a level gravel spot, there are nearby mechanical facilities toeffect most repairs locally. We can lend Home 541.592.5360 Cell 509.539.7575 Email glwork@mac.comRon Yoder, 718 Spring Street, Oregon City, OR 97045I have had "Jimmy" for three years now. Dealt with many of the typical issues including overheating and airsystem. I have basic tools (No Bearing tool) and can make room for an ailing Jimmy on a cement pad. If wecan't fix it I know of local shops that can. Home 5033806505 Cell 5033806505 Emailyoderconsult@comcast.<strong>net</strong>51


PENNSYLVANIASteve Adams, 9214 Landis Lane, East Greenville, PA 18041General mechanical and electrical skills. Working knowledge of all RV systems. Can provide assistance, or aplace to park with 30 amp plug in. Home 215-280-7997 Cell 215-280-7997 Email sjadams@ptd.<strong>net</strong>Rusty Barlin, Fort Washington, PA 19477I am close to the Exit 339 of the PA Turnpike. I have some tools, some <strong>GMC</strong> experience and contacts at a localtruck service and towing facility located in Franconia PA. I am about a half hour south of the closest <strong>GMC</strong>coach repair expert located in Quakertown PA. Feel free to call me at 215-740-3665 at any hour for assistance,if I do not pick up leave a voicemail and I should be able to get back to you within a half hour. Home 215-740-3665 Email rustyrozy@yahoo.comShawn Bennear, 301 Devonshire Ct, Cranberry Twp, PA 16066have some <strong>GMC</strong> Knowledge, Basic tools, compressor, room for one parked coach, and am willing to help inany way I can. We have Inter<strong>net</strong> access, feel free to call anytime even just to talk <strong>GMC</strong>! Home 412-969-9100Cell 412-969-9100 Email shawn@schoolbusdriver.orgJoe Ekl Ekl, Exit 67 PA Turnpike, N. Huntingdon, PABearing Tool Have tools, some knowledge of the coach. Home 724 864-1233 Email jfekl66@verizon.<strong>net</strong>Joe Fortier, Clinton, PAI am located aprox. 35 minutes southwest of Pittsburgh , 14 miles from the international airport. Plenty ofparking, will help any way I can. Home 724 899 3907Richard J Lyons, Meadville, PAI got an 1978 Eleganza in Sept, 02 and have been doing some maintenance that I deemed necessary. My friendand mech. is one who can work on these but will seek assistance if needed. Glenn can be reached atifix4u@toolcity.<strong>net</strong> !!!!! We are located in the I Home 814-724-6818 Cell 814-671-7772Earle & Tonya Geibel, 116 Redwood Rd, Karns City, PA 16041Western PA, Approximately 15 Miles South of I-80 Exit 45. Have worked on most <strong>GMC</strong> Systems on our 1978Model. Due to wife's disability our guest accommodations are limited but we can offer a covered RV port, Alevel spot w/shade and 20A Electricity, A shower and place to sleep and basic meals and help getting back onthe road. Home (724) 756-2163 Cell (724) 372-1180Bob & Anne Gilligan, Lancaster, PASpend 7 months in Naples, FL and 5 in Lancaster, PA. Glad to help any <strong>GMC</strong>'ers in trouble in Lancaster duringthe Summer Months. Home 717-569-6560 Email bobanneg1@aol.comEric Henning, Doylestown, PANew to <strong>GMC</strong>'s (73 Sequoia) but have been shade tree wrenching for over 25 years. lots of tools, enoughknowledge to be dangerous and the stupidity to try and fix anything. Know some good local mechanics. Wouldlove to see my neighbors faces with two <strong>GMC</strong>'s Home (215) 997-7952Sam High, Hatfield, PASoutheastern PA, ( Montgomery, Bucks, Philadelphia, some of Berks and Delaware Counties) , I am close toexit 31 of the PA Turnpike (NE Extension) , RT 309, and RT 202. I'm a shop foreman for an RV center52


(Media Camping Center), ASE certified auto techn Home 215-997-7504 Work 215-855-1345Daryl and Ellen <strong>List</strong>, W. Middlesex, PA 16159Bearing Tool 50 miles north or Pittsburgh at Interstate 60 and 80 one mile form Pa/Oh line. Have room forseveral RVs, Tools, MIG, Torches, 20foot Pit, Manuals and some knowledge. Cell 724 301 7342Andrew Miller, Allison Park, PABearing Tool (15 miles North of Pittsburgh) Own two <strong>GMC</strong>'s - one for over ten years Familiar with SW Pennaand have contacts in rest of Penna. Know location of repair services and parts In emergency, could find a placeto park a <strong>GMC</strong> BEARING TOOL Home 412 767 9266 Email basheik@aol.comDick Missett, Wyoming, PABearing Tool Located a few miles off of I- 81 at Exit 175B or off of I-476 (the NE extension of the PATurnpike) at Exit 105 near Wilkes-Barre. I will help in anyway I can. Home 570-693-1082 Cell 570-954-4967Bob Moss, 165 Hickory Rd, Carlisle, PANot a lot of mechanical experience but I do know the Carlisle/Mechanicsburg area and garages that can fix<strong>GMC</strong> motrhomes. Home 717-249-2194 Cell 717-574-0097 Email fums6@aol.comDoug and Nada Rothgaber, Grantville, PAGrantville, Hershey, Harrisburg, PA area. We are located out in the country just 1 mile off exit #80 of I-81. It is6 miles to Chocolatetown, USA and 15 miles to Harrisburg. We are new to <strong>GMC</strong>s having just purchased ourfirst in 5/03. We have some mechanic Home 717-469-0459 Email cdr4@comcast.<strong>net</strong>RHODE ISLANDAndrew Fallon, 16 John Street, Portsmouth, RI 2871I can help any <strong>GMC</strong> Captain in need of tools, power, a place to fix most problems, and or local knowledge ofthe RI and MA area. With a good knowledge of all <strong>GMC</strong> systems and resources for parts I can help if your in aproblem situation. Give me a call if I can help! Not always hot coffee around, but plenty of beer to workthrough most problems. Home 401-524-2100 Email newportstair@yahoo.comSOUTH CAROLINATom Fort, 245 Pine Grove Road, Lugoff, SC 2907820 miles northeast of Columbia, SC. Family owned since 74. Some knowledge of most systems. My son is amechanic. Dialup computer hookup for data. Some tools. Dump and water hookup available. Glad to help.Home 803 427 0101 Cell 803 438 8726Doyle C. Hayden, 810 Estate Blvd, Charleston, SCI live several blocks from HW#17 before the Charleston city limits. I have two friends who own Auto Repairshops one friend was a GM Rep for ten years and is familiar with the <strong>GMC</strong> motor home, he also built racingengines and he wrote the automatic transmi Home (843) 556-9425Ken O'Rourke O'Rourke, 519 Huntington Road, Greenville, SC 29615Bearing Tool From I-85 take I-385 (exit #51) toward Greenville (downtown). Exit at first exit (#37) Roper Mt.Road, turn right 1/2 mile to Huntington Road, on right only, turn right, proceed 1 and 1/2 miles, past lake, to53


house on left (519, take 2nd entrance). Not a Home (864) 297-1893 Fax (864) 297-9931 Emailelectmosq@aol.comDonovan Orr, Greenville, SC 29605Very Limited help Mechanically, but available for emergency transport, Or to assist where I can. Located 2Miles off exit 46 from I-85. Willing to <strong>Assist</strong> in Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, Laurens, Pickens counties.No hook ups, but Could offer overnight parking to tired <strong>GMC</strong>er Passing through. Or call or email for localinformation.Home 864-236-9533 Email jase386@aol.comMike Stewart, 201 Marnie Lane, Greer, SC 29651Paved RV pad with full hook-ups on site, 1500sq/ft. well equipped shop, extensive experience introubleshooting problems, much experience with onan generators, quadrajet carbs and other mechanicals, havea donor <strong>GMC</strong> motorhome on site. Home (864) 675-0604 Cell (864) 604-1224 Emailklassickampers@hotmail.comSOUTH DAKOTADrew Cooper Cooper, Spearfish, SDWe're located in the Northern part of the Beautiful <strong>Black</strong> Hills of South Dakota. I would recommend SpearfishMotors (the local <strong>GMC</strong> dealer if you're in the area and in need of repair or service, 1910 N Main St. <strong>The</strong>y canbe reached at 605-642-7000. If you Home 605-722-5973 Cell 605-641-7804 Work 605-642-3186 x6108Martin & Karen Luebke, 25427 478th Ave, Garretson, SD 57030We are new to <strong>GMC</strong> family and live on acreage north of Sioux Falls not far off I-90. Have room to park and20amp service. Although we are in limited tools and knowledge, we will try to make up for with optimism,encouragement and support. We have your beverage of choice and if you are a risk taker, you can even try mylatest batch of home brew. Home 605-594-6653 Email MLueb96@aol.comJim White, 30466 461st. Ave., Wakonda, SD 57073Wakonda is located midway between Sioux Falls, SD and Sioux City IA. Live on a farm with grass runway andalways ready for a visitor. could help anyone in a 25 to 50 mile radius.. I have a pretty complete shop. Doaircraft restorations and now the gmc w Home 605 267 2667TENNESSEEMichael Allman, 6640 Kern Rd, Knoxville, TNI have some mechanical abilities, and most tools for average work. No Wheel bearing tool. I can provide a levelpad and an extention cord for rest or repairs. Just off I-75 seven miles north of town. Home 865-300-4912Ray Bingham, 2308 Woodridge Ave, Kingsport, TN 37664Bearing Tool I have general knowledge of the <strong>GMC</strong> and most tools. I have been able to do all the maintenancefor the last 20 years, but age is begining to be a probllem. Home 423-247-7784 Cell 423-534-2081 Emailray.bingham@yahoo.comRoger & Donna <strong>Black</strong>, 509 Beech CT, Burns, TN 37029Just off hwy 96, 5 miles north of the Flying J at I-40, exit 182, just west of Nashville. Pool is open effective54


July 1, 2006. Wi-Fi available Home 615 446-3640 Cell 615-293-4437 "Text Only" Work Ha! Ha! Ha! Emailr1black@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Chuck & Cathy Boyd, 7016 Harrell Rd, Knoxville, TN 37931Big truck tools, concrete pad with Garage coming, Manuals, good coffee. Lot of phone #`s. Crying towels andhot tub. Cell 865-384-4062 Email covered-wagon@comcast.<strong>net</strong>Walter and Yvonne Buford, 1254 Hairetown Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659I have little mechanical knowledge of the gmc, but know a few mechanics. We can put you up if you need, andwe have a bottomless coffee pot. We welcome you as a family member. Home 423-753-9806 Cell 423-292-1585 Email ermaleewalt@yahoo.comNeely Butler, Lebanon, TNon Interstate 40 east of Nashville. Good coffee and fellowship. Home (615) 444 1816Robert Caudle, Clarksville, TN 37040I live a few miles from mile marker 11 on Interstate 24 in Tennessee. I have some tools, and a 2 and 6 ton jackwith supports, also a <strong>GMC</strong> jack, hopefully will have a wheel bearing tool soon. I can offer parking spot fortroubled folks or friendly folks. H Home 931-302-1259Gene Cupples, Millington, TN(10 miles n Memphis) Will help in any way that I can .Have a few tools Home 901-872-4425Thomas Eckert, 125 Country Forest Dr, Oakland, TN 38060Coach is a Glacier. Approximately 25 miles east of Memphis. 15 minutes from Intersate 40. Have goodassortment of tools and reasonable mechanical skills. Limited driveway space, but can make room and provideenough power to keep a coach on life support if necessary. Reasonable knowledge of the <strong>GMC</strong> - and learningmore everyday. Always coffee etc. etc. AutoZone and 24 hour Wal-Mart within two miles. Home 901 5700193 Cell 901 570 0193 Email gmcrv1@gmail.coimJesse Farr, Soddy-Daisy / Chattanooga, TN 37379-3635facilities: adequate, size of coffee/tea pots/Beer inventory: adequate, www.jessfarr.com Home 423 847-1618Work (423) 266-6600 Email jesse@jessfarr.comBobby & Vickie Gray, 272 Roseland Hill Rd, Brighton, TN 38011Bearing Tool We also spend a lot of time in Aberdeen, MS 39730. We have a good set of tools at both placesalong with room to park a couple of coaches if necessary but no hookup (yet). Coffee, beer, etc also available.Check our current location here: http://map.datastormusers.com/user1.cfm?user=4392 Home 706 877-2211Cell 706 877-2214 Email bvlgray@yahoo.comPat Morrison, 771 Tiger Crk. Rd, Roan Mountain., TN 37687Bearing Tool I have a BEARING TOOL and many tools. Have owned a SOB for 8 yrs do most of my ownwork.. Have only owned my <strong>GMC</strong> for 3 months and know little, specific to the <strong>GMC</strong>. Home 423-725-2795Howard and Doreen Nylander, 2688 Middle Creek Road, Afton, TN 37616East of Greeneville, TN and west of the North Carolina state line on Middle Creek. Have reasonable number oftools, compressed air, manuals, a place to park a rig or two along the creek with water and 20amp power. Wewould be pleased to expedite your repairs by providing transportation to and from where we get our coachworked on in Greeneville, with bed and breakfast and hot tub. Home 423-638-3666 Email uziyah@yahoo.com55


Daniel Piper, 401 Cleves St, Old Hickory, TN 37138Home 615-891-8747 Email dpiper13@yahoo.comJon Sercy, 1658 East Valley Road, Dunlap, TN 37327Just purchased my 23' Birchaven and am trying to get it from Toledo, OH. Made it within 50 miles beforerefueling and clogging it up with gas tank sludge in Athens, TN, and putting new tires on in Dayton, OH afterblowing out two tires. Oh what fun! Can't be of much help to anyone yet as I am just beginning my journeydown the long road of renovation and innovation (hopetully!) to get it restored to pristine condition. Good thingI retired recently. Now if I just win the lottery! Maybe I can be moral support if you have issues nearby. Home423-949-9010 Cell 850-712-3898 Email jonwsearcy@gmail.comDennis Sexton, 7197 Mont Blanc Drive, Germantown, TN 38138Bearing Tool <strong>The</strong>re is a nearby Walmart, NAPA warehouse, 24 hour Autozone and a campground. I haveowned a <strong>GMC</strong> since Nov 05. Home 901-758-0862 Email dennisfsexton@aol.comJeff Willis, 516 Huntington Ridge Drive, Nashville, TN 37211I just got my '77 Royale. I can offer the comforts of my home to those in need of repair requiring a stay. I can'trepair any mechanical problem, and having just purchased mine, I'm still learning where reputable shops are inthe area. I can,however, offer coffee, beer, and a nice place to sleep and shower. Rock On <strong>GMC</strong>! Home 828-719-6765 Email cameraguyjeff@aol.comTEXASEdward 'Bud" Allen, 852 W. Bayshore Dr., Palacios, TX 77465Bearing Tool Located between Palacios and Port Lavaca on Texas highway 35. Have a cold adult bev, coffeepot and electricity and water and a place to dump. Tools, welder, cutting torch, ft brg puller, some mechexperience - and gaining all the time. Even if you just want a place to spend a night or 3 come on out! Home371-972-5305Wayne Banuelos, 205 Hilbig, Conroe, TXI own two <strong>GMC</strong> motor homes. I have a large facility with full hookups and dump site. I have all tools necessaryto be able to work on gmc motor homes. I am a RV tech and have <strong>GMC</strong> motorhome knowledge. Any <strong>GMC</strong>owner is welcome day or night. Home 936-441-1165Richard Brown, Lindale, TX 75771I have large sockets, hand tools, & the <strong>GMC</strong> DVD. I live on HY-69 so I am easy to find. I also have free longdistance landline & inter<strong>net</strong> access. <strong>The</strong>re are local hotels close by. I'm not physically able to do a lot, but I havea lot of stuff that can be used by others... Home 903-881-0192 Email wings77sporty@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>George & Geri Calhoun, 9378 Schoenthal Rd, San Antonio, TX 78266Bearing Tool NE San Antonio/New Braunfels Exit 175 N I-35 between San Antonio/New Braunfels; West onTX 3009 3.5 mi.(call for directions) Can assist with basic tools; mig welder; jacks; cement pad; BEARINGTOOL; 30amp/water/limited dump. Know the area. Coffee +. Home 210 651-4318Gary Cook, El Paso, TX 79913Have 30amp plug in. Have some tools and access to Marcel's shop & tools 5 blocks away. Have some spareparts & phone #"s to mehanics that work on our coaches and plenty of refreshments & West TEXAShospitality! Also a sewer dump over at shop. Home 915-584-8513 Cell 915-309-6124 Email56


cookdodge@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Paul Cormier, San Angelo, TXa self proclaimed shade tree wrench turner can provide assistance. I am located about halfway between Dallasand El Paso, about 100 miles SW of Abilene & and about 110 miles SE of Midland. Home 915 949-4289 Work915 657-4438Gary Cottingame, 609 East Monterey St., Denison, TX 75021New <strong>GMC</strong> owner. I'm not a mechanic, but have limited mechanical knowledge. Limited available tools.Together we can find you a good mechanic and get you back on the road. Denison is five miles from Olkahomastate line on State hwy 75. Hwy 82 intersects 10 miles south in Sherman, & I35 is just 30 miles west @Gainesville. Cell 903-890-0102 Email gcottingame@yahoo.comTim Dawson, 1502 Live Oak Drive, Lewisville, TX 75067Bearing Tool willing to help out folks going by who may have problems. I have air tools, <strong>GMC</strong> capable jacks,electrical troubleshooting equipment, brake tools, welding equipment (although I would not go so far as toclaim to be anything beyond an amateur welder), a f Home 972-221-7385Jack DeNina, Willis, TX( Conroe Area) About 50 miles north on Houston on I-45 Limited mechanical help, but have large shop behindhome one can use for repairs. Will pick up stranded Rv'ers, have electrical and water hook up for overnightstay. Plenty of coffee, Tea or Beer. Home 409-890-2414Charles Dille, 210 La Mesa Dr, Highland Village, TXDallas/Lewisville Area Tools, some <strong>GMC</strong> knowledge, good mechanic, no bearing tool. 12 cup coffee pot, 12pack of cheap beer available to all. Home 972-317-2066Harry and Mattie Driskell, Lovelady, TX 75851Able to help point someone to a local reputable firm. Coffee/tea available upon request. Home 936-636-7100Cell 936-545-5086 Pager 936-546-4089 Email hnmdris@gmail.comChuck Ellis, 6331 FM 1123 Unit 401, Belton, TX 76513Bearing Tool Several acres of parking, electric and water but no dump. Outside 55 foot back porch for verbalproblem solving and refrigerator always full of beverages of course the coffee pot is on the ready. 30 foot Pit,welding, plazma cutter, wood working, lot of Hot Rod type of tools. Working on getting <strong>GMC</strong> bearing pullertools. Call anytime if needing assistance. Lots of manuals, a little experience and have met and am on muchtoooooo good terms with Murphy, so I do not recommend my physical mechanicaning assistances. Home 254-933-1302 Email chucklexie@juno.comBubba Ferguson, 6234 S FM 1174, Bertram, TX 78605Home 512-355-2880 Cell 512-585-5740 Email fergusn4@dishmail.<strong>net</strong>Ed Ferro, Santa Fe, TX 77517Have had many <strong>GMC</strong>'s and learned what makes them tick, also have a parts coach that is pretty much completeif you break down in my area and need a part to get you home… Home 409-771-5251 Emailaodoc@comcast.<strong>net</strong>Dan Franks, RR3 Box 347, Mexia, TX 76667Can provide parking place, water, 20amp electric. Have quite a few tools and place to work on <strong>GMC</strong> but not alot of personal mechanical knowledge. Located east of Waco TX between I-35 and I-45 Home 254 562 258957


Dan Garza, 24151 N. Rabb Rd, La Feria, TXI have tools, all of the books on the <strong>GMC</strong>, pretty good knowledge on the systems in the <strong>GMC</strong>. I live out in thecountry so if outdoor storage parking is required for the repairs I can help in that area too. Home 956-797-4288Email idgarza@att.<strong>net</strong>Tom Henderson, 116 Kingwood Dr., Elgin, TX 78621Bearing Tool We have had out coach since 1983. Have front wheel bearing tool, capable jacks, air tolls andworkable knowledge of <strong>GMC</strong>'s. Can guide you to reputable mechanics in the area if it's beyond my capabilities.Can pickup stranded travelers. My location is 4.5 miles South of Elgin on Highway 95 between Elgin andBastrop. Home 512-281-0225 Cell 512-922-8603 Email willietrucker@gmail.comBill and Pat Jacobs, 117 West Outer Drive, Canyon Lake, TX 78133Canyon Lake is 20 miles West of New Braunfels (I-35) and about 35 miles North of San Antonio. I'm not amechanic, have no abilities other than commiserating and coffee making! I do have a circle drive with a place toplug in, empty a holding tank, fill up Home 830.899.4706Dennis Johnston, 7560 Cedar Creek Rd., Temple, TX 76504Live in the country and have lots of parking room and can provide 30 amp and water. Both retired and love totalk <strong>GMC</strong> or willling to help anyone with repairs, information, tools, etc. Neighbor has an auto shop that isvery reputable and if we can't figure it out, he can. Own a 76 Eleganza Stretch and a 76 Eleganza II. Home 254-760-2604 Email dwj44@clearwire.<strong>net</strong>Ron Keener, 4100 Byron Circle, Leander, TX 78641Bearing Tool contact my mechanic Don Virta at the 512.921.8142 number. he has the Warner bearing tool athis shop in CedarPark TX (northwest Austin). he does good mechanic work and also does upholstery if yougive him enough time - he has done work on stock bearings and on the Wagner 3 bearing mod. I am on theroad a lot - my website is http://TravelWithRonK.com Home 512.259.5098 Cell 512.923.4359 Pager512.921.8142 Email rkeener@realtime.<strong>net</strong>Jeff Kollmeier, 538 Winston St., Grand Prairie, TX 75052Bearing Tool Home 972 266 9593 Cell 817-808-9021 Email Jkollmeier@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>Bob and Grace Lee, 187 Skyline Dr, Austin, TX 78746minor tools, floor jack, engine hoist, decaf coffee, beer on occasion, No place to park, but can come to you.Home 512-327-0120 Cell 512-653-3521 Email marketount@austin.rr.comTravis Martin, 3614-100th Street, Lubbock, TXAm fairly knowledgeable thanks to the <strong>net</strong> and a fair mechanic, plus I've been in industrial equipment repair fora while so know where most of the needed can be found around here...machine shops, suppliers, etc. my cellphone...I carry it 24 hours and w Cell 806 535 2401Billy and Debbie Massey, Lovers Lane, Brownwood, TX 76801Bearing Tool Lake Brownwood, 40 miles south of I-20 (Exit 330 at Cisco) BEARING TOOL Home 325-784-5861 Cell 325-665-4357Byron Maxwell, 411 E. Hosack, Boerne, TX 78006About 30 miles N. of San Antonio, just off IH 10. Some tools and limited knowledge, but perhaps can be localinformation source. Coffee is always ready. Home 830.816.3004Eugene Mazzurana, 1214 Cozby South, Benbrook, TX 76126(southwest corner of Fort Worth). Have fair collection of tools. Best burgers in Fort Worth are one block away.58


Home 817-249-0792 Email service@backyardwildlife.comWillard & Joyce Murdock, 1925 Juniper Lane, Midlothian, TX 76065Bearing Tool Have some parts, some knowledge of fixing <strong>GMC</strong>'S. Know where to find help if someone needsit. Home 972 291 4864 Cell 972 839 4696 Pager 972 672 8473 Email willard.joyce@sbcglobal.<strong>net</strong>John & Inna McGinnis, Arlington, TX 76013Ft. Worth/Mid Cities Area. Bearing Tool. Fair with tools. Better with electrical. Home 817.886.0851 Work972.507.1068Boyd Mooney, 688 Mini Ranch Rd, Weatherford, TX 76088Bearing Tool I have tools and a pit. will help any way I can. Home 817 341 1363 Emailgmc77tm@yahoo.comJoel Nachtigal, 30649 Smithson Valley Rd, Bulverde, TX 78163Home 830-438-3421 Cell 210-393-7650 Email jn@stargazeraviation.comDuane and Anne Offe, 22215 Goldstone Drive, Katy, TX 77450We have owned 3 <strong>GMC</strong>'s. Present coach is described above. Not much room around our house but do have anenclosed storage space nearby. Love the <strong>GMC</strong> and quite comfortable working on them. I have used theBLACK LIST twice while on vacation and think it i Cell 713 540 4498 Pager 713 471 0011 Emaild.a.offe@gmail.comBob Price, 441 Riverwood Dr., Huntsville, TX 77320About 90 miles north of Houston, on the Trinity River, we have 30-amp hookups (2) and water available. Havehad our '73 Painted Desert since January 2005; have made two trips to Alaska without problems. Had my ownauto repair shop for 30 years and do most of my own mechanical work with a little help from my local <strong>GMC</strong>friends. Come on by if you need help or just need a place to stop over a night or two. Always plenty of liquidrefreshments and we can usually find something to throw on the grill. Give us a call. Home 713 205-3161 Cell713 203-7833 Email bsprice9359@gmail.comBill Ranshaw, Houston, TXHave the space and tools to assist with a lot of problems. Do not have bearing puller or tools to take out engine.Never done a tranny so I don't know what's required. While not an expert on a lot of things, have restored a 75Glenbrook. Home 281.357.1935Paul Rosa, 6749 Buenos Aires Rd., N. Richland Hills, TXApt 2018 Home 817.498.9268Alan Ross, 2200 Cottage Oak Lane, Colleyville, TX 76034Near Dallas Fort Worth. No repair facilities have information or offer personal assistance Home 817.788.8259Work 972.541.5420Alan Sanderson, 506 Aviator Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76179Bearing Tool I live on a private airport in a large hanger, 70 x 80. Have all the basic tools and an aircompressor with space to work on inside the hanger. I also have a large lot beside the hanger for parking.Water and electric can be provided also. I am located about 5 miles north of Saginaw. Home 817-439-3749Cell 817-229-3354 Email jalansan@flash.<strong>net</strong>59


Trey Shannon, Ft Worth, TX 76107Have temporary covered/secured work space availaibe Home 817-735-4871 Email MOBY@jos3.usJohn Sharpe, 19706 Caroling Oaks Ct, Humble, TX 77346I have a shop, tools and can give moral support. My shop is not at my home as deed restrictions do not allowfor parking. We can work out accomodations if over-night stay is necessary. Home 281 852 8387 Cell 713 4163647 Email johnasharpe@gmail.comClaude Skipper, 1570 A C R 4034, Palestine, TX 75803Average knowledge of <strong>GMC</strong> motorhome Home 903 729 5457 Cell 903 724 1088 Emailcls3330@embarqmail.comWalt Taylor, Austin, TXBearing Tool BEARING TOOL, local shop knowledge, common tools. Home (512) 472-2383 Cell (512) 496-3166Jack and Michele Todd, Harlingen, TX 78552Bearing Tool We both are school administrators with a 2 year old, one on the way due 02-2001 and my motherbut please call anyway anytime. We are located 30 miles from Brownsville McAllen and the South end of theKing Ranch, 20 mile from the Mexico border and 50 miles Home 956.412.3417 Cell 956.867.2596 Work956.248.5650Jim & Peggy Walker, Dallas, TXBearing Tool We live close to downtown Dallas and are willing to help any way we can. Have standard tools,never cool coffee pot ( tea kettle not far away), sometimes a spare beer, parking welcome in driveway withextension cord available for 50 amp service and a semi Home (214) 828-1858 Cell (214) 502-6011 Emailj.walker@ix.<strong>net</strong>com.comStephen Wilhite, 216 Wildflower Ln., Seguin, TX 78155Have limited tools, Lots of parking with Water and currently only 20 amp electricity. Home 512.923.4988 Cell512.923.4988 Email sawilhite@yahoo.comBillie Young, 1208 C R 132 B, Kingsland, TX 78639Bearing Tool We have water, electricity, driveway parking, guest room & bath. I can lead you to (or call)mechanics in our area. Regular & flavored coffee beans, tea or sodas, satellite tv, wireless inter<strong>net</strong>. Parts houses& dump station nearby. Antique & dress shops for the ladies while the coach is being worked on. Cell 325-423-4523 Email billiey325@yahoo.comUTAHJohn Brewer, 5089 W 5320 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84118If anybody needs help within a reasonable distance, feel free to send them my way. I have quite a lot ofmechanical experience, and a lot of hand tools. N7MFQ Home 435-837-5646 Cell 801-712-5706 Work 435-837-6000 Email n7mfq.john@gmail.comMark & Beth Elmer, 1836 Canary Way, Eagle Mountain, UT 84043-4407Bearing Tool We are Southwest of Salt Lake City by about twenty miles. I have a good selection of hand tools,air tools, large air compressor, floor jack TW BEARING TOOL and etc. Not afraid to get my hand dirty. I alsowork for NAPA Auto Parts. So I have access to a Home (801)789-3092 Cell (801)367-3432 Email60


77pickles@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Larry Foote, 406 East 300 South #100, Salt Lake City, UT 84111TOOLS .GARAGE , SPACE TO PARK POWER ECT. APTS. TO STAY IN IF NEEDED PARTS ,SUPPLYS WHEELS TIRES , DOWN TOWN U OF U LOCATION ! Home 801-575-9999 EmailSILBERBENZ @GMAIL.COMGailen Vick, 2678 S. Wildflower Dr, Saratoga Springs, UT 84043I have a full set of manuals - I understand all the operational functions of the coach and have driven over 18,000miles since March 2013 through July 2013 in my <strong>GMC</strong> motorhome Home 801-364-7631 Cell 510-364-7631Email gailen@rla.orgGeorge Michalko, 4647 Cedar Ct, Park City, UT 84098Live near the top of Parley Canyon (MM 140, I-80) Home 435-655-5634 Email george.michalko@itt.comVERMONTRobert Brooks, 113 School St, Manchester, VT 05255new owner, no tools, no garage, no dump station, enthusiastic learner with hot coffee and motor head friends.Home 413-458-9785 Cell 413-281-8791 Email RJBROOKS@SOVER.NETVIRGINIAVince Behm, Hampton Roads, VAFacilities and basic knowledge of vehicle (I am in the process of an "on-frame" restoration, Work 757-826-1444John Bell, 13 Giles Ave, Dublin, VA 24084Bought this coach Aug 09. I'm new to RVs. Big learning curve! If you need help in SW VA. Call. Home 540-674-4591 Email gymgo4591@yahoo.comJim and Elly Brennan, 3204 Derby Lane, Williamsburg, VA 23185Not a great amount of knowledge of the <strong>GMC</strong>. Don't do much work on the motor home ourselves. Jim has agood knowledge of electronics and is willing to lend a helping hand. We have a 30 amp hookup dedicated to themotor home in the driveway. A campground for dumping about 10 miles away. Not a great place to find shopsto work on your <strong>GMC</strong>, but 2 shops in the area that will certainly try. If you find yourself in trouble please comeby, hook up and we can try to problem solve together. Home 757-229-0118 Email jemsb@aol.comNorman Eby, Mechanicsville, VABearing Tool (suburb of Richmond) Am 20 minutes off I-95/I-295. Tools, BEARING TOOL, etc. Do my ownwork on the <strong>GMC</strong>. Electronics/computer service vocation. Backyard mechanic, but no level space to do majorwork. Don't know of good garage in area for <strong>GMC</strong>s. Other <strong>GMC</strong> o Home 804 746-1264Jim Galbavy, 6104 Barrister Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832Not many tools, but do know a good mechanic and towing service if required. Home 804 748 9756 Emailj.galbavy@att.<strong>net</strong>61


Randy & Grace Gilbert, 5919 Chalkely Road, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060More than happy to help out a fellow <strong>GMC</strong>'er. Always a warm shower, pot of coffee, good meal, and toolsavailable. Plenty of room to pull up and run a cord and water. Just outside DC. Home 703-781-0003 Cell 703-304-0115 Email rekka@verizon.<strong>net</strong>Jared Kohl, 296 Seven Ponds Rd, Amissville, VA 20106We are new to the <strong>GMC</strong> world (July 2012) but are always willing to help a fellow <strong>GMC</strong>er in need. We areabout an hour away from DC and about 15 minutes from Shenandoah National Park in beautiful RappahannockCounty. Home 540-827-4800 Cell 202-489-7754 Pager 703-606-6848 Email vacougfan@yahoo.comRon McEntyre, 13461 Fowk Lane, Woodbridge, VA 22192Home 703-491-3025Dan Velker, 3217 River Road, Elkton, VA 22827Just outside Shenandoah Nat'l Park. I've got enough mechanical skills to get us both into a lot of trouble. Andenough tools to usually get us back out of it. Several of our local shops are familiar with my rig and are plentywilling to do what's neede Home 540-298-9589 Cell 540-746-2000 Email dvelker@yahoo.comJim White, 38 Barn Owl Lane, Nellysford, VA 22958This is a whole new experience for us. I do have mechanics tools and would be happy to bring tools to anylocation in this area. RV's are not allowed in our development. Home 434 361 0206 Emailjameswwhite@cyberwind.<strong>net</strong>Fred and Betty Wright, 3221 Deer Park Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23452We are rapidly learning about places to go and get repairs. In addition we are new to motor homing havingspent most of my life on the water and not doing much land traveling. That is changing and we are attending<strong>GMC</strong> international rallies as well as loc Home 757 340 7855 Cell 757 572 5479WASHINGTONLarry Bayman, 818 South First Avenue, Walla Walla, WA 99362A friend had a <strong>GMC</strong> and I liked it so well I boght mine about 4 years ago. I've taken one trip a year andupgraded it the rest of the time. I put new shocks, tires and wheels on the other day and hate to admit I brokemy hight control velve. I've been loo Home 509-386-4304 Cell 509-386-4304 Email lrbayman@msn.<strong>net</strong>Gary Berry, 170603 W 215 PR SW, Prosser, WA 99350Bearing Tool Home 509-786-2454 Email duallycc@hotmail.comTodd Biesold, Fall City, WASeattle/Bellevue area, have good selection of tools, knowledge, <strong>GMC</strong> Manuals and knowledge of local"reputable" shop. BEARING TOOL Home 425.222.3797Terrance T. Boyd, 9501 W.E. 70 St., Vancouver, WA 98662Home 360 892-8803 Cell 360 904-8985 Email gotoit@pacifier.comMichael Brasfield, 641 Olele Point Road, Port Ludlow, WA 98365Limited collection of hand and power tools, and limited experience, but willing to assist in anyway that I can.Home 360-344-2511 Cell 360-301-4465 Email gmc@brasfield.<strong>net</strong>62


Randy Burns, 7421 92ND Pl SE, Mercer Is, WA 98040Some tools, less knowledge. Can get you to local parts store or wherever. Home 206-232-4568 Cell 206-818-4561 Email rwbmitiopt@comcast.<strong>net</strong>Mike and Leah Clouse, Olympia, WASouth Puget Sound area. Willing to help where we can Home 360-352-2901Dwight & Tsuruko DeBoer, 1708 Woodland Creek St NE, Olympia, WA 98516We live within 2 miles of interstate 5 near milepost 109 Do not have F W/B tools yet. Have a few tools and dohave mechanical knowledge. Have lived here all my life and know the area well. Am willing to help in any waywe can. Home 360 491 8181 Cell 360 480 7409Chuck Field, 3215 Point White Dr., Bainbridge Island, WA 98110Bearing Tool We are a bit hard to get to, but if you are on the west side of the Puget Sound we may be of help.Hand tools, floor jack, and space to park. Can assist with contacts for mechanical repair. Ferry from Seattlearea or via bridge east of Poulso, WA. Home 206 842-4515 Email cfield@ix.<strong>net</strong>com.comJames Finlayson, Vancouver, WA 98665I have a 1976 Palm Beach that has been stored and nevery started for over 10 years. Am interested to know howto do that -- Really want to know who might work on the vehicle to get it into running shape. Cell (360) 904-1691 Email bigdfinny@gmail.comJeff Fraisure, 10580 N.W. Contact Ct., Silverdale, WA 98383Bearing Tool Can help troubleshoot electrical and front end problems Home 360-692-5639 Cell 360-271-6122Email turbinator62@wavecable.comDavid and Carmen Frentress, Camas, WAclose to Portland, OR. More that willing to help <strong>GMC</strong>'ers in the Southwestern Washington area. We are locateda few miles east of I-5 or I 205. Have space to do some repairs, air tools, other tools, water, 30 amp service,parking space for 3 coaches on concrete, competent in most basic repairs. Have a few acres so always a place topull a unit in and leave for a while. Usually have a spare car to borrow. Have owned a 78 Royale for 3 years,just getting it on the road in 2004. Can even pull a <strong>GMC</strong> into my shop to get out of the rain! Home (360) 817-9042 Cell (360) 907-9624Bill & Peggy Guise, 23704 94th Ave South, Kent, WA 98031More that willing to help a fellow <strong>GMC</strong> coach owner in the western Washington area. a few miles east of I-5near the I-5/405 south interchange. Have space to do some repairs, some tools, but no expert mechanic. Have afew acres so always a place to pull a Home 253-854-2296 Email bguise1@uswest.<strong>net</strong>Bob Gummersall, 2244 72nd Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040I am 6 months into a restoration and remodeling of at 76 Palm Beach. I will be glad to help in any way I can.Lots of desire to help and limited experience. Home 206-369-0078Jerry Hartley, 1080 N Gierin Creek Lane, Sequim, WA 98382Bearing Tool Lots of parking. Across road from Elks Club (more parking). Some tools but limited physicalability to help with repairs. One mile from Sequim - small town - decent auto parts available Home 360-681-7326 Cell 360-670-5187 Email jhartley@wavecable.comJoe Hensley, 1220 E. 28th Ave, Spokane, WA 99203If you have a problem in the area I will help you find local reputable help. I will come help you get to help.63


Home 509.838.1206 Email jeanhens@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Gil Hibbs, Kennewick, WASoutheast Washington, Northeast Oregon area. Mechanically experienced, lots of tools Home 509-582-5723Dale & Louise Hoover, 2154 Cranberry Road, Grayland, WA 98547Neither of us is mechanically inclined, but we would be happy to offer a place to park or a room to stay in whilerepairs are being done. Home 360-267-0747 Cell 360-601-2747 Pager 360-601-2748 Emaildnlhoover@techline.comChuck Horn, 1803 West Main Ave., Puyallup, WA 98371General tools and off-street parking space. Not a lot of knowlege yet, but working on it. Home 253-845-3590Cell 253-381-5131 Email hcf1004@qwest.<strong>net</strong>Jimmy Houston, 3815 NE94th St, Vancouver, WA 98665No experience but if you're in the Vancouver- Portland area & need a ride to the parts store or gas station feelfree to call. Also have access to quite a selection of hand tools, jacks, etc. Cell 360.953.2005 Emailjdhouston60@aol.comCharles Jorgenson, 7501 - 128th Street East, Puyallup, WA 98373Home 253-840-0836 Cell 253-226-0731 Email mljcej@yahoo.comAl Kruebbe, 142 Hurricane Ridge Dr, Sequim, WA 98382Toll Free: 888-683-2429 Email: jak@olypen.com Home 360-681-0768 Work 360-683-2429 Emailpenmort@olypen.comBob Lawrence, Ocean Shores, WAon the Pacific Ocean directly west of Olympia (state capitol) approx 80 miles off the I-5 hwy. I am just nowhaving a garage built for my 76er with a 12" deep pit added (any deeper and the ground (ocean) water seeps in.I am new to the <strong>GMC</strong> and prefer pl Email roadhouse99@earthlink.<strong>net</strong>Jess Marker, 1716 65th Ave NE, Tacoma, WA 98422Room to park, water, electric. Can help some. Home 253-927-2300 Cell 253-988-6895 Emailjiffyjet2@aol.comJoe & Rose McMichael, 1196 Lancer Drive, Walla Walla, WA 99362Ready to help anywhere in SE Washington or NE Oregon. I have a covered storage area that has sewer andelectricity (20 amp). I have some tools and almost no mechanical ability. I do have time and lots ofcoffee/tea/beer/etc. Home 509-525-4577 Cell 509-301-7666 Email jdmcmichael@charter.<strong>net</strong>Carl J. Mudd, 1417 South N St, Port Angeles, WAHome 360-452-4095Virgil Paullin, 1012 Marshall Ave, Richland, WA 99354Bearing Tool M/H since78 and am a doityourselfer on repairs and maintenance, Have most of the tools, limitedparking glad to help. Home 509-946-9944 Email vandj@amerion .comFrank Taber, 9623 Sunburst ct se, Port Orchard, WA 98367Have full set of hand tools Home 360-895-1223 Email ftaber360@wavecable.com64


Dan Molnes, 6528 21st NW, Seattle, WA 98117Home 206-579-5361 Cell 206-579-5361 Email dansquarehead@gmail.comRalph M. Robinson, 12703 9th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98177-43051973 <strong>GMC</strong> MH 26' Email wrmoorer@attbi.comBill Satterfield, 846 W Sunset Dr., Burbank, WA 99323Bearing Tool Have parking for several rigs in a pinch, only 2 with water and electric though. Live on Snakeriver with corps of engineers park w/hookups and boat docks next door. Am just out of Pasco Wa where theSnake and Columbia Rivers come together. BEARING TOOL Home (509) 545-9283Terry Skinner, Roy, WA 98580Bearing Tool Web footed, no doubt. BEARING TOOL Diane (253) 820-4822 Home (253) 686-2624 Emailgmcnut@msn.comRon Smith, Benton City, WA 99320Parking for 1-2 coaches, limited electric/sewer. Shop space available with decent selection of power, hand, airtools, limited welding as well. Local repair and troubleshooting advice, hot coffee and shower. Manuals, partsreference. Home 509 628 9662 Email Obegone@aol.comDavid V. Snow, Edmonds, WAHome is in the Edmonds, WA area, approx 15 mi N of Seattle just off I-5. On cul-de-sac. Some power, lotsasympathy, hobby tools, limited knowledge, most manuals. Also have shop in Everett area, approx 15 mi fromEdmonds just off I-5. More room, genera Home 425-778-0723 Email david.v.snow@gte.<strong>net</strong>Eric & Christine Tipton, Mukilteo, WA~30 miles N of Seattle And ~ 4 miles west of I-5 Great view from our Large driveway 20 amp power availableMany tools & all manuals & knowledge of sightseeing & repair shops Home 425.290.3613 Emailetipton@wtservices.comCharles Vicari, Auburn, WAHome 253-351-6438Tony Vitale, 1319 250th Ave NE, Sammamish, WA 98074Home 425-868-7593 Cell 206-310-1503 Email t.vitale@verizon.<strong>net</strong>Lance Von Prum, 1004 NE 72nd St, #1, Vancouver, WA 98665I've had three <strong>GMC</strong>'s over the years and lots of experience repairing, replacing and upgrading. I have handtools but no specialized <strong>GMC</strong> tools, can still do most repairs. Willing to help and advise about other local RVresources. Home 360-213-6035 Cell 360-213-6035 Email lance@vonprum.comGary Watts, Kenmore, WA 98028Have no mechanical knowledge about these rigs, have only owned it since July 2009. Do know of wonderfulcoffee shops in the area though if you are looking for a caffeine boost. We use Evergreen RV in Shoreline Waas our mechanic. <strong>The</strong>y have RV parking in Home 435-205-5681 Email fatmedia@gmail.comCorley Wooldridge, Battle Ground, WA 98604Bearing Tool Long term <strong>GMC</strong> owner. Room for several rigs, quite a few tools. Willing to help. Home 360-567-6349 Cell 360-713-8113 Email corley@corleyw.com65


Tony Wright, Kirkland, WA 98033Home 425-828-0504 Email tdublu@verizon.<strong>net</strong>WEST VIRGINIAEli Dragisich, 100 Powers Road, Weirton, WV 26062I Iive in the northern panhandle of West Virginia about 30 miles west of Pittsburgh, Pa. I recently purchased a1976 <strong>GMC</strong> Norris Edition motorhome. Unfortunately, I had to use the <strong>Black</strong> <strong>List</strong> on the first day I purchasedthe coach, but I'm glad it was available. I was extremely grateful for the rapid response of the members I called.I don't know much about mechanical problems, but I'll be there if anyone needs help in my geographical area.Home 304-723-0549 Cell 304-391-2020 Email elidrag@comcast.<strong>net</strong>Lawrence Gaskins, 26456 Rt 50, West Union, WVBearing Tool Smithburg exit,25 miles west of Clarksburg, W V. Owner Smithburg Auto Body , semi retired,<strong>GMC</strong> owner since 1988.Lots of advice large garage ,BEARING TOOL. Willing to assist in repairs. Home 304-873-2572Sam Pickens, St. Mary's, WV 26170St. Mary's sits on the Ohio River and is located 17 miles N. of I-77 on hwy 2 and is close to Parkersburg, WVand Marietta, OH. <strong>The</strong> E-mail address is also a good idea if I don't respond immediately, <strong>The</strong>re are a few goodplaces to get things done locally. Home 304-684-0076 Email picksam@world<strong>net</strong>.att.<strong>net</strong>Dolph Santorine, 134 Falls Road, Wheeling, WV 26003Full set of tools including welding equipment. Home 304-233-1230 Cell 740-312-5342 Work 304-219-3100Email dolph@dolphsantorine.comDavid Stanley, 104 East Prince Street, Beckley, WV 25801I am relearning some of my mechanical skills but I am not that proficient. I actually did help an individualpassing through this area from Columbus, Ohio. Mostly, I provided an evening with several of my friends andbought him a Margarita. Best I could do. Home 304-253-4351 Cell 304-253-4351 Email dswv@hotmail.comWISCONSINPaul Bazzetta, State Hwy. 83, Genesee Depot, WIOak Meadows Farm Just off I-94 between Milwaukee and Madison. Not much mechanical ability but a largemachine shed so you can do your repairs out of the rain. Can park here for a few days if disabled and my otherfamily members and dog approve of you Home (262) 968-9724 Cell (312) 543-0840 Work (262) 968-6532Michael & Laurie Brodhagen, Green Bay, WIBearing Tool Only owned coach since 9/99, still learning about it. Have BEARING TOOL and some tools, butcan direct to local mechanics for repairs. I am willing to help out those in need if home. I travel 30-40 percent ofthe week. Cell (920) 337-0884 Work (920) 621-7503 Pager 800-326-6536 x174Mike Derr, 2765 Tower Rd., McFarland, WI 53558Madison suburb. I have air compressor and basic tools. I'll be glad to help anyone as much as I can anytime, ifnothing else just to meet. Home 608-838-1993 Cell 608-242-7700 Email mike@derr.ws66


Ray Erspamer, 2202 N 115th St, Milwaukee, WI 53226Brand new to the <strong>GMC</strong> world, but I'm very mechanically inclined with many tools. I know many sources in theMilwaukee area and I would help in any way that I could. Home 414-745-3188 Cell 414-350-1305 EmailRSErspamer@aol.comWayne Feggestad, 14229 W. Avon N. Townline RD, Brodhead, WI 53520I have plenty of tools and room to park with electric and water if you need to stay until fixed. I live out in thecountry so it is nice and quiet. Plenty of coffee and beer. Although not that experienced working on one yet I dohave computer to find the resources needed. If in the area -- give me a call. Home 608-290-3030 Cell 608-290-3030 Email wayne@feggestad.comTom & Sherry Lopez, 509 N Stevenson St, De Forest, WI 53532I have a large drive way, can plug into electric, no dump, various tools, no speciality tools, floor jack andstands, can assist with general mechancial and electrical work. Have been restoring the 74 <strong>GMC</strong> so I have someexperience in most repairs, but hey we have the <strong>GMC</strong> forum and their expertise for the more complicatedproblems. I am self employed/retired USMC so home most of the time unless out camping. Give us a call if wecan help or just want to stop by and say HEY. Would love to talk to ya Home 608-237-7054 Cell 608-219-6228Email elitesdc@charter.<strong>net</strong>Bill McCain, 1727 Oakview Dr., Stoughton, WIwould be glad to help any <strong>GMC</strong>'er in need in the Madison, WI area. Not to many <strong>GMC</strong> tools but a whole toolchest of other stuff. Plus have a neighbor that also has a <strong>GMC</strong>, so between the two of us, we get almosteverything up and running. He's an enginee Home 608/873-5198 Cell 608/215-9447 Emailwillveramccain@aol.comRichard Papa, 3105 Eagle Ave, Wausau, WI 54401Actually have 2 <strong>GMC</strong>s, 76 Birchhaven 23' as well. Neither is roadworthy yet. Have plenty of tools, fairamount of experience on them and good electrical skills. Have some spare parts and willing to remove othersfrom any my coaches. Have some room to work, elect and water available, no dump. Have access to muchbeer and coffee. Home 715-845-4170 Cell 715-551-2710 Work 715-297-3785 Email richiepapa@charter.<strong>net</strong>Max and Jeanne Rockafellow, 1425 Watersmeet Lake Road, Eagle River, WIBearing Tool Located just 20 miles south of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, just off Hwy 45 North of EagleRiver, WI. <strong>Motorhome</strong> building, many tools, various spare parts, air compressor, all manuals, and a front wheelbearing puller. Various parts stores in town and knowledge of local mechanics who can work on your <strong>GMC</strong>.One full hook-up and several electric only sites. Home 715-891-2950 Email maxrock@Directv.<strong>net</strong>Stephen Southworth, Palmyra, WI 53156Bearing Tool Lots of tools, compressor, all manuals, lots of parts. Have front bearing tool. Reasonableautomotive, mechanical and electrical background. Understand the Onan. Restoring our 74 Glacier, also have a75 transmode. Home 262-495-8449 Cell 262-501-4566 Email midlf@centurytel.<strong>net</strong>Chad Spielvogel, Hubertus, WI1973 Painted Dessert 26 Just got 10/01 Home 262-628-9906Lawrence Thomas, W 9464 300 Ave, Hager City, WI 54014Some tools some knowledge of mechanics place to park auto parts Home 715-792-2852 Cell 715-307-0140Email marman@redwing.<strong>net</strong>67


Larry Tilque, 1959 Oakhill Dr, Green Bay, WI 54313Home 920 865 7010 Cell 715 850 2010 Email tilqueduo@<strong>net</strong>zero.<strong>net</strong>Larry and Lucy Weidner, E3478 378th Ave, Menomonie, WI 54751Bearing Tool 60 mi./west of St. Paul Mn. 30 mi./east of Eau Claire, WI. 10 Miles from I94. Been a mechanicfor 42 years. Can help with most repairs. BEARING TOOL, place to park with electrical and water. Home 715-235-7422 Email WeidnerL@wwt.<strong>net</strong>Bill Wetzel, 3404 River Bluff Drive, Sheboygan, WI 53083I have basic tools, a paved parking area, and garage space where work can be performed. Also, can direct tolocal mechanics I've used. Glad to help where I can. Home 920-458-8243 Cell 920-980-1733 Emailbpwetzel@charter.<strong>net</strong>Fal Wing, 3333 Cty. Hwy. CC, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235I have electrical and water hook ups, some tools, and various replacement parts(air bag, alternator, fuel pump,etc.). I am located in Northeastern WI in Door County. I have a large yard with shade. You are welcome to stayanytime emergency or not. Temporary storage may be available. Reputable RV repair nearby. Home 920-824-5646 Cell 920-495-5646 Email falwing@itol.comWYOMINGDaniel Jacquot, 1458 Pioneer Rd, Sheridan, WY 82801New Rookie to the <strong>GMC</strong>. Not yet an Owner but hope to be soon. Have very limited knowledge about <strong>GMC</strong>'sand limited tools. I will assist in whatever way I can. Have airplane for transportation if needed. Home 307 672-7236 Cell 307 752-0880CANADAALBERTABernie & Kathy Bartko, #15-26213 Township Road 512, Spruce Grove, AB T7Y 1C6Acreage located 10 miles southwest of Edmonton or 2 miles north of Devon and 1 mile east of Hwy #60, whichis Edmonton by-pass route to Alaska Highway. Room for two or three coaches overnight. Good full servicecampgrounds nearby. 12 helpful <strong>GMC</strong> motorhome Home 780-987-2367 Cell 780-903-9091 Fax 780-987-3750Email bbartko@teluspla<strong>net</strong>.<strong>net</strong>Jim & Julia DeMaere, 2812 48 Ave So, Lethbridge, AB T1K 7B3Bearing Tool Can help with most problems ,have all tools, full hook ups large shop and yard. Easy access fromHwy4 to I15 and USA. Come say hello and stay over. Home 403 329 3091 Cell 435 671 3062 Emailjimdemaere@telus.<strong>net</strong>Jay Fox, 76 Huntmeadow rd NE, Calgary, AB t2k5h1Two new coach owners living within two blocks of each other both with twin Canyon Lands, New to the TZEaddiction, Many spare parts and tools to help out. Home 403 243 2636 Cell 403 975 2849 Email68


amra@shaw.caRuss Harms, Medicine Hat, ABLocated two blocks off the trans-Canada highway , large shop with room for two more <strong>GMC</strong>'s and specializedtools and equipment for most repairs. coffee is always on. Home (403) 527-8854 Work (403) 526-8227Todd & Liz Lesenko, 8801 - 24th Street, Edmonton, AB T6P, 1L2Own Fountain Tire in Edmonton. GREAT contacts for parts and tools. Home (780) 459-6716Jim Mass, 6203 53 Ave, Ponoka, AB T4J 1K8corrected application info. Have some tools and a little knowledge .New owners doing a complete inside reno.Home 403 - 783-3524 Email jimedgemont@yahoo.caDon and Debra Macleod, 8 Willow Place, Lacombe, AB T4L1V3Bearing Tool We're new to <strong>GMC</strong>'s, but learning hard and fast, and loving it. We have an RV pad and garagefull of tools, and building up a supply of spare parts. Coffee's always hot and the beer's always cold. Happy tohelp and show off our. Red Baron Home 403-786-0145 Cell 403-348-3100 Pager 403-505-0466 Emaildrmacleod@hotmail.comDave Mumert, 33122 Range Road 22, Mountain View County (Olds), AB T4H1P3Bearing Tool Lots of room to park but no garage or dump station. Home 403-556-9986 Cell (403)-860-5616Email dave@mumert.comDarren Paget, Calgary, ABBearing Tool Even if somebody just wanted to say hello. Stop in if you're here. BEARING TOOL Home 403-225-0282 Email paget@teluspla<strong>net</strong>.<strong>net</strong>Alan & Ja<strong>net</strong> Sims, 3715-117 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T6J 1S5If you have mechanical problems, we can help or steer you to the right people who can help. <strong>The</strong>re's room topark in front of our place in a pinch(we park out back) & there's a great campground(Rainbow Valley)witheverything, five min. away. Give us a call even if you're just passing thru...we love to see anyone in the <strong>GMC</strong>family. We make great coffee(grind our own beans)and will welcome you and show you around our fair city,including our world famous West Edmonton Mall! Home 780-437-3878 Cell 780-945-3878 Emailjasims@shaw.caGary Zingle, 9627 - 80 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6C - 0V2Bearing Tool Have or have access to many automotive tools including the BEARING TOOL. Home (780)439 - 5509BRITISH COLUMBIADan & Judy Borlase, #29-452 Glen Pine Ct., Kelowna, BC V1V-1W7Experience and lots of skinned knuckles free for the asking. Our home does not lend it self for repair...but Ihave lots of tools and can recomend sevral good local mechanics. Hot coffee, beer or cleen Canadian water, aswell as good hospitality allways on tap. Home (250) 8615780 Cell (250) 870-1048 Email bord@shaw.caGary & Aloma Brailsford, 3116 Steele St, Victoria, BC V8Z 3N8Not a mechanic but have lots of connections. owner for 2 years and have collected volumes of information onwhat and where for service and parts. Live in down town Victoria and am available 24/7 unless on the road and69


would be more than happy to help anyone anyway I can including picking them up anywhere on southernVancouver Island or driving their unit to anywhere in North America. I do have a shop full of tools but nothingyet pertaining particularly to the <strong>GMC</strong> but have a connection to someone with a front wheel bearing puller anda couple of honest first class mechanics, one that has had lots of experience with <strong>GMC</strong> motorhomes and accessto ordering parts and any necessary tools. Home 250-385-5466 Cell 250-415-5466 Work 250-415-LIMO Emailgarybrailsford@victoriabuyer.comJim Bratvold, 531 Gemini Drive, Victoria, BC V9C 4G5Well equiped with hand tools, air tools, floor jack, stands etc. Long on tools, short on skills but am learning.Home (250) 474-6890 Email jimtze@hotmail.comGeorge Braun, 1956 Barlee Road, Kelowna, BC V1Y 4S4Able to direct people to reputable <strong>GMC</strong> repair facilities. Home (250)-860-3060Claude Brousson, 24517 56 ave, Langley, BC V2Z-1E8Bearing Tool I have a garage with pit, bearing tool, and posess medium mechanic skills. Home 604-856-1935Email cab@shaw.caVerne Bullock Bullock, 6784 Bradwynne Rd., BC V0N 1N0Bearing Tool We live about 50clicks north of Sechelt, B.C. just before the ferry to Powell River. Home 604-883-2767 Email vbullock@armourtech.comDave & Joanne Carter, 1460 168 St, Surrey, BC V35 9R8Home 604 531-8513 Email carterville32@yahoo.caBrent Covey, Vancouver, BCGeographic Limits, usually southwestern British Columbia, esp. Metro Vancouver BC, occasionally elsewhere,as travel extensively four western provinces of Canada- worth a try to write/call. Primarily troubleshooting,'telephone diagnosis' and coach mecha Home (604) 899 2004Michael Cumming, Coqauitlam, BC V3J5Y9I have owed my coach for 10 years and have enjoyed many miles and lots of club events.ÂtFragment--> I haveowed my coach for 10 years and have enjoyed many miles and lots of club events. I belong to the CascadersClub and Western States which both provide an great enviroment to own and enjoy my coach. I have spentÂthe last year fixing water leaks in my coach and now have striped the entire interior and am in the process ofreinstalling the cabi<strong>net</strong>s and walls back. I hope to be back on the road in 2013 to enjoy more club events.Home 604-220-3778 Email broncboy2000@yahoo.caKim & Patricia Davison, 50605 Slanzi Road, Boston Bar, BC V0K 1C0We are new G.M.C. motorhome enthusiasts but have wanted one since i first saw one in 70's. We purchasedours in Nov.2008 and spent one long and cold winter (-10 outside -0 C inside) while we built our house.Although coach was in good shape, I changed interior from kitchen forward to accomodate Pat's wheelchair.,adding oak flooring througout.With other upgrades completed we were ready to go.We joined F.M.C.A. andG.M.C. Cascaders,(a great group of R.V.folk.)and went to 3 rallies and had lots of fun and gained lots of techinfo,then the breakdowns started. Long story short, the coach is now in my shop getting motor &trans.rebuiltand upgrading to one ton frontend (rebuilt stock twice). We would like to be added to black list and are willingto help fellow G.M.C.ers any way we can, and invite any one passing through to stop and visit. We live in theFraser Canyon beyond Hope through the gates off hell (look at a map) .Hope to be back on the road in 2013.Home 604-869-1309 Cell 604-869-1308 Email davisonk77@gmail70


Fraser Field, Mission, BCRoom for overnight, power, cable, water, no sewer. Shop with tools and room to work on your coach Discountat local Auto parts stores Fair mechanical knowledge Home 604-826-6826 Cell 604-556-9922Richard Floyd, Courtenay, BCBearing Tool Bearing Tool - located central Vancouver Island approx 100 kms north of Nanaimo. Happy tohelp with tools and hands for all but the most major repair. Home (250)338-9540 Email rgf@richies.<strong>net</strong>Tom Goldie, 252 B Delgada Road, Victoria, BC V9C 3W2Home 250 474 1953Jack Hodgman, P.O.Box 273, Gabriola Island, BC V0R 1X0Bearing Tool Have owned two <strong>GMC</strong>'s have parts books, repair manuals, tools, BEARING TOOL and will helpif I can. We are dependent upon the ferry schedule, so you may have to wait for a while Home 250-247-9182Dave Ireland, 1605 Wood Road, Williams Lake, BC V2G4P1Bearing Tool I have owned and self-maintained our coach since 1991. We have taken our coach to Alaskatwice and across Canada and the U.S.A.in the company of several other coaches. I have custom built andinstalled several engines and transmissions for ourselves and others. We have completed many upgrades on ourcoach and feel confident in tackling any of the challenges it presents. In addition to tools to maintain our coachwe have on hand spare engine and transmission and final drive along with CV joints, bearings seals, controlarms, waterpumps etc. Home 250-392-2421 Cell 250-398-0696 Email d.ireland@shaw.caDwaine Jacobson, 14868 Ruper Ave, White Rock, BC V4B 2E2Can provide parking space, great coffee and food to guests. Home 604-531-2341 Cell 604-644-8090 Emaildwayne@havenproperties.caDave Jarvis, 392 Trans Canada Highway, Malahat, BCI have tools and lots of room. Just down the road from Denny Allen. Home 250 391 4041Vic Marks, 3661 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6R 2B8Bearing Tool I have the BEARING TOOL, most of the tools needed to make an emergency fix. I canrecommend places to deal with and may be available to help depending on the demands of my business (I run apublishing company by day). As I live in an apartment, no ga Home 604 729 1807James Ross, Victoria, BCBearing Tool If in the area and need help or info please call. We have a BEARING TOOL Home 250 479-6793Gordon Seykora, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6J1Jacks, cutting torch, welders, (Steel & Aluminum) Air Tools, Shop Tools, 1 acre, Local parts knowledge,engine, electrical, steering box knowledge, no transmission knowledge. We live on a steep hill that is a problemin ice/snow. Home 250-754-8848 Email wizwing@telus.<strong>net</strong>Heinz Wittenbecher, Langley, BCBearing Tool (just outside of Vancouver) anyone ever need assistance on the west coast of Canuck LandBEARING TOOL When at home, if ever. Home (604) 534-931171


MANITOBABob Horton, 3265 Rosser Ave, Brandon, MB R7B 0H1Brandon Manitoba is on the Trans Canada 120 miles west of Winnipeg and 60 miles north of the Peace Gardenson the Noth Dakota/Manitoba border. I'm new to <strong>GMC</strong>'s but may be able to provide moral support, or at least adescription of services, parks, etc., in the area. Have a good selection of tools. Home 204-728-4672 Cell 204-761 3797 Email bobsgmc@mts.<strong>net</strong>Mackie & Carol Love, 101 5th Ave. NE, Dauphin, MB R7N0X3Bearing Tool I own a 75 Palm Beach. # . I'm located about 80 miles north of Brandon, Mb., on # 10 Highway.Just north of Riding National Park. I'm around most of the summer. Have BEARING TOOL many tools , Haveworked on most everything on the palm beach. Would try to Home [204] 638-0652 Email mclove@escape.caThomas & Wanda Struthers, 83 hookway crescent, Winnipeg, MB R3R3S1Bearing Tool If you ever need help or just a place to park we will try to be available. and you are welcome 24-7Have heated shop with hoist to lift motor home. Tools and some mechanical ability. Some parts. Home 204-414-0091 Cell 204-771-5214 Email tstruthers@gmail.comBrian Waddell, Sperling, MBLocated in southern Manitoba about 150 mi. North of Grand Forks ND. Well equipped heated farm shop Home204- 626-3272NEW BRUNSWICKAdam Raeburn, 14 Isaac St, Rothesay, NB E2E0E7Flat drive through driveway. small welder and tools. a wanna bee <strong>GMC</strong> owner. Home 506-639-5236 Email1275gtsport@gmail.comNOVA SCOTIAMike & Lorraine Beaton, 1769 South Side Harbour Road, Antigonish, NSWhen driving East... 5 miles east of Antigonish, cross a small bridge, turn left on to the South Side HarbourRoad and follow the water's edge. Follow road exactly 5 miles (9K's). We're on the LEFT just past the row ofVW's. Look for 1769 on the post at the road. Any time of the day or night if you're in your <strong>GMC</strong> !! Home (902)863-6949 Email Kingsley<strong>GMC</strong>@gmail.comPaul & Nancy Doane, 1780 Bloomingdale Terr., HALIFAX, NS B3H 4E5Bearing Tool Home 902-420 0234 Work 902 497 8535Hugh & Rosemary MacDougall, 172 Cameron Kinny Hill Road, Antigonish, NS B2G0B4Bearing Tool Home 902-863-8100 Cell 902-863-1241 Email palmbeach78@gmail.comAlena & Richard Wilgenhof, 371 Old Maryvale Road, Antigonish County, NS B2G 2L1Home 902 867 266772


ONTARIODoug & Adeline Barber, 2163 Woodcrest Rd, Ottawa, ONWe are available to help anyone within a hundred miles of Canada's capital with local knowledge, limited tools,a driveway, elec., water, manuals and enthusiasm. We have a 23 ft Birchaven, a 36 ft Damon Intruder, aminivan and an Avanti II so our experien Home 613-523-6238 Email LDBarber@home.comWayne Barratt, 404A Old Hwy #2, Quinte West, ON K8V5P5Bearing Tool I run a small home based car restoration business specialising in sports and racing cars and havequite a bit of mechanical knowledge and tools. Have a 1976 <strong>GMC</strong> 23' restored by Explorer in 1996 (<strong>GMC</strong> II)and do all of the work on it myself. I also have a friend in the area who have a workshop big enough to work ona <strong>GMC</strong> out of the elements (handy in the winter) Have a buddy who can tow a <strong>GMC</strong> also. Home 613 394 8434Email waynebarratt@msn.comNorm & Betty Bowker, 3 Saunders Ave, Bowmanville, ON L1C2A6Lurking Wannabe Ustobee <strong>GMC</strong> owner [76 Elg II]. 1979-1985. 5 min. from 401 highway. Can park overnightin drive with water & 20 amp. hydro. Access to excellent weld shop. Some elect. & mech. experience fromprevious ownership. Now retired & usually home. Home 905-623-2274 Email bowks43@rogers.comChuck Camroux, 1389 Royal York Road - #43, Toronto, ONBearing Tool As a new owner, I'm not very savvy yet about the <strong>GMC</strong>'s but am willing to help. Like others still"not retired" I may be harder to reach, but they can try. OK to call during business hours. If I'm there/available,I'll take the call. Can't store or put c Home (416) 246-0926 Work 416-595-0404 x264 Fax (416) 245-9422Email chuck@gmccoach.comDon Casselman, 29 Lockhart Rd, Collingwood, ON l9y 2l4Home 705 445 0443 Email skibuddy072326@aol.comScott Cowden, Toronto, ONI can offer assistance and an emergency parking spot for those passing through that might need assistance. Iwas a mechanic in a former life and have a good tool selection in my workshop along with jacks, compressedair and welding capability. Home 416-252-7326 Cell 416-529-0505Roger Edwards, 2825 Dufferin St., Toronto, ON M6B3R9Home 416 925 1648 Cell 416 938 1989 Email rogere4@rogers.comGlenn & Darlene Gregory, Thunder Bay, ONParking with power & water, Tools & mechanical ability, Provide any help we can Home 807-344-2376Allan Hamilton, Leeds & the Thousand Islands (near Kingston), ON K0E1L0Bearing Tool Have many of the <strong>GMC</strong> needed tools and some knowlege of fixing <strong>GMC</strong>s. <strong>The</strong>re is a localgarage in a nearby town with some knowledge of repairing <strong>GMC</strong>s and wreckers capable of safely towing ourcoaches. Home 613-659-3522 Email akh@1000island.<strong>net</strong>Bruce Hislop, 201 Boyce St, Sebringville, ON N0K 1X0We are just outside of Straford, near Kitchener and London. Lots of room to park a <strong>GMC</strong> or 2. <strong>GMC</strong> manuals,lots of tools. <strong>The</strong>re are a couple good local garage nearby. I'm in electronics so wiring is my thing. Drop by forvisit and take in a some world-cl Home 519-393-5040 Cell 519-274-2000 Pager 519-273-3300 Emailbruce@perthcomm.com73


Bruce & Daphne Hood, RR 2 5497 Sixth Line, Hillsburgh, ON N0B 1Z0We live in the country and have lots of room to park for repair and have 30 amp service available - have localmechanics that know <strong>GMC</strong>'s. Home 519-833-9979 Cell 905-876-5992 Email bruce@brucehood.caDoug Hysert, 657 Haldimand Rd., Dunnville, ON N1A 2W4We have owned our Avion <strong>GMC</strong> for seven years and have done the maintenance and repair on it. We arelocated in the Niagara Peninsula about 25 miles South West from Niagara Fall. I have,some mechanical skillsand tools, Compresser, welder, jacks- there are repair facilities, Auto Parts, RV Parts and machine shop closeby,- I can accomadate a couple <strong>GMC</strong> coaches [ electricity only] - I am willing to help if needed and haveplenty of Coffee, Tea and Bluegrass Home 905 774 5235 Cell 289 808 4109 Email ldhysert@hotmail.comSharon and Mike Katusa, 1435 Louis St., Thunder Bay, ONWE are located in Northwestern Ontario about a 4 hour drive north of Duluth Minnesota. Although not <strong>GMC</strong><strong>Motorhome</strong> owners yet, we are on the lookout for one. <strong>The</strong> coffee is always on and the welcome mat out. Wehave basic vehicle maintenance tools and a l Home 807-767-2797Paul Lambke, 1241 Norfolk County Rd 19, Wilsonville, ON N0E1Z0Bearing Tool Home 519 443 7543 Email phlambke@aol.comPhilip & Trish Nau, 100 Springbank Drive, London, ON N6J 1E7Not much in the way of repair assist and knowledge, but we're learning fast ! Parking for 1 <strong>GMC</strong> at a time butwe have resources ! Failing that, coffee, tea and commiseration. Home 519 675 0582 Cell 519 630 1617 Emailnaure@sympatico.caWayne Nesbitt, 214 Lakeshore Dr., RR#2, Bobcaygeon, ONBearing Tool Home (705) 738-5238John and Anne Patton, 137 Runnymede Cr., London, ONI purchased a 73 Sequoia in 2000. I have jacks and basic maintenance tools as well as parts and repair books.Have room in driveway to park a <strong>GMC</strong> . Home 519-471-1764 Email ja.pat@sympatico.caBob Patterson, Hillsburgh, ONReasonably knowledgable. Retired and usually at home. Home 519-855-4507 Email geemc@sympatico.caCliff Pike, 32 Primrose Lane, Guelph, ON N1H 7V4A recent <strong>GMC</strong> owner, but steadily developing an intimate relationship with the coach and it's quirks. Have awarm shop with room to easily hold a <strong>GMC</strong> and a considerable collection of tools and other gear. A qualifiedrepair shop for the really critical stuff with <strong>GMC</strong> specific experience is just a few minutes away. Happy to helpin any way that we can. Home 519-824-4173 Cell 519-651-9948 Email cpike@cpass.<strong>net</strong>John and Lou Ann Podmore, 11 Keating Drive, Elora, ON N0B 1S0Bearing Tool We live in a small, 3,200 population, village near to the Elora Gorge Conservation Park (allowscamping). Have all the <strong>GMC</strong> manuals and a good selection of basic tools, use an expert (and reasonable)mechanic a few kilometres away. Even if no problems sto Home (519) 846-0376Peter Ronan, Toronto, ONHave very little mechanical knowledge or tools, but will try to help in any way I can. Home 416-421-6631Email midhurst@rogers.comKari and Irma Valanne, 98 Bridge Street West, Bancroft, ON K0L 1C0We are passionate boondockers and love to see folks that venture beyond four lane highways. We have level74


yard for two coaches. Water and 15/30A can be arranged. We do have tools, jacks, compressed air, and archwelding. A <strong>GMC</strong> size garage can be vacated for emergency repairs. the coffee pot is fully functional. His andher emails are: kari@valanne.<strong>net</strong> and irma@valanne.<strong>net</strong> Home 613 332-5242 Email kari@valanne.<strong>net</strong>QUEBECLes Burt, 111 Montee Mo<strong>net</strong>te, Saint Philippe de Laprairie, QC J0L 2K0I am a mechanic with a fully stocked shop of tools. I have a good basic knowledge of the <strong>GMC</strong> motorhome andI am in the midst of a full frame-off rebuild of my own <strong>GMC</strong>. I'm still a full-time working stiff so I don'talways have a lot of free time, but will make an effort to help when and where I can. I am bilingual so I canhelp with communications with the locals here in Quebec. located 50 minutes north of Plattsburgh, NY and 20minutes south of Montreal, Quebec at exit 38 and autoroute 15. <strong>The</strong>re is a KOA campground across the roadfrom me with full facilities. I am not able to host any coaches on my property due to some renovations, I willupdated list when I can offer overnight. Home 450-659-9548 Cell 514-772-9548 Email burtco99@yahoo.comEric & Annemarie Bornstein, 3113 St Antoine St West, Montreal, QC H3Z 1W9Some tools, possible parking (downtown). Home 514-989-9274 Cell 514-915-9274 Emailree_eric@sympatico.caCharlie Carman, 45 rue John Wilson, Sherbrooke, QC J1M1N4Bearing Tool I am not a mechanic but have a general knowledge of many parts of the <strong>GMC</strong>. I have ownedmine since 1991 and put over 150,000 miles on it. Have many tools. I know some mechanics in the area andhave room to let you park to do some work on your RV. Glad to help. Home 819-563-1667 Emailccarman@ubishops.caLeon Cote, 1392 Allard, Baie-Comeau, QC G5C3ER1Brand new owner of a 1974 Eleganza II , since 2008/10/15. Not many <strong>GMC</strong> classic in our area. Littleknowledge of the mechanic of the coach, but learning every day. Not very fluent in spoken english but willingto help if you are east of Quebec city, on the north shore of the St-laurence river. Home 418-589-2750 Cell 418-297-4408 Email leoncote@hotmail.comBernard Dandurand, 535 Samuel de Champlain, # 250, Boucherville, QC J4B6B6Basic tools available. Overnight parking with electricity and water. Can give references for local mechanic andrepair facility. Home 450-449-5944 Cell 514-883-3133 Email danxavfan@yahoo.caEric DePauw, 200 Grand Blvd East, St-Bruno, QC J2V 4P6Bearing Tool I live within 15 miles of Montreal and would be willing to act as a point of contact if someone inour area needs help. I am a new owner of a <strong>GMC</strong> so that I have not had time to develop a <strong>net</strong>work of qualifiedpeople to service a <strong>GMC</strong>. I am fairly proficien Home 450-653-9745 Email edepauw@sympatico.caRodney and Leena Hamilton, West Island of Montreal (Beaconsfield), QC H9W 5R7Bearing Tool Tools include: Bearing Puller, bloody scary homemade Torsion Bar tool, reamer for modifyingtoro knuckles, regular stuff and some spare parts. Home 514-695-7711 Cell 514-758-4802 Emailrodney@prefurs.comClaude Lamarche, Lachute, QC+ - 45 miles north-west of Montréal (half way between Montreal and Ottawa). I've own a 73 Glacier since 1988,"civilised" and overhauled it - ready to compete with any newer machines <strong>GMC</strong> and other brands included. I75


have been ripped off three times and h Home 450-562-4075 Email bricault1@sympatico.caSASKATCHEWANDennis and Lou Coates, 215- 7 st E, Saskatoon, SKStreet space and small garage Lots of enthusiasm, some tools, courtesy driving and help(I am a poor mechanic)Fairly good connections to local owners and personal mechanic with reasonable rates. Home 306 242 6847 Cell306 221 8406 Work 306 665 2788Huw Reese, 933 University Drive, Saskatoon, SK S7N0J9We have tools and room for parking as well as advice regarding local mechanics. We are happy to help if wecan. Home 306-664-4520 Cell 306-227-7272 Email rees.h@shaw.ca or reese.h@sasktel.<strong>net</strong>Fred & Rose Walsh, Box 464, Swift Current, SK S9H3W3I have tools and a good knowledge of the coach, gladly help fellow <strong>GMC</strong>ers. Large area for parking. Stop ineven if you do not need help. Home 306-773-9779 Cell 306-741-4045 Email fwalsh@xplor<strong>net</strong>.comNETHERLANDSRoel Bergema, Wyldpaed 13, Kollumerzwaag 9298 VPWe live in <strong>The</strong> Netherlands and are the proud owners of a <strong>GMC</strong> purchased recently (2008), fellowowners arewelcome to grab a coffee/beer. Home 31511446056 Email karin.roel@kpnpla<strong>net</strong>.nlAUSTRALIAMark & Gail Ben<strong>net</strong>t, 10 Cheshire Grove Elanora, Gold Coast, QLD 4221Although we live in Australia, there are a growing number of <strong>GMC</strong>'s here. We have pulled our <strong>GMC</strong> apart andmanaged to put it back together again! So should be able to help with most problems or at least provide asympathetic ear, also there is plenty of room here to park another <strong>GMC</strong> Home (07) 55224438 Cell 439070401Email theben<strong>net</strong>ts@bigblue.<strong>net</strong>.auRob Mueller, 62 Regent Street, Paddington (Australia), NSW 2021G'day, Even though I live in Australia I've put my name down on the <strong>Black</strong> <strong>List</strong> to offer my help to anyonewishing visit Australia. Regards, Rob Home 61-(0)2-9331-1964 Cell 61-(0)438-017-178 Emailrobmueller@ii<strong>net</strong>.<strong>net</strong>.auPHILIPPINESJR Jian, Dasma Cavite, Cavite 1740yan mg black list Home 8292674 Cell 09194427261 Work 09187425092 Email gabi_23@yahoo.com76


Work <strong>GMC</strong> MOTORHOME ASSIST LISTINGWork aka the BLACK LISTWork 4/9/2013Work “ Any time of the day or night if you're in your <strong>GMC</strong>” -Mike BeatonWork

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