Description

by Dave Galey

NOTE: This is a downloadable e-book edition. It does not include a printed book or CD.

Designed to guide the novice or professional through the complexities of Luxury Motor coach construction. Especially useful for those planning to buy a converted coach or have one converted for them. 328 Pages.

Table of Contents

Chapter Page
Preface 9
Introduction 13
Part One - Structural Modifications 17
1 Getting Started 19
2 Raising the Roof 23
3 Stretching Exercises 29
4 Other Structural Modifications 33
5 Extendable Floor Space 37
6 Side Hinged Baggage Doors 43
7 The Steel Case 51
8 Swing-Out Radiator (Eagle) 59
9 Hinged Utility Support Structure 65
Part Two - Plumbing 69
10 Introduction to Plumbing 71
11 Materials 73
12 Fresh Water Tankage 77
13 Fittings and Equipment 83
14 Fixtures 89
15 Waste Water Schematic 95
16 Black Water Scheme 97
17 Grey Water Scheme 99
18 Piping and Fittings 103
19 Liquid Petroleum Gas 107
Part Three - Electrical Systems 113
20 Power Requirements 115
21 Battery Requirements 119
22 Generators 123
23 Converters, Inverters and Chargers 129
24 Fittings and Material 133
25 Electrical Circuits 139
26 Electronic Systems and Circuits 149
27 Gauges and Instrumentation 153
Part Four - Heating and Air Conditioning 157
28 Basic Considerations 159
29 Heating and Air Conditioning Basics 163
30 Heating 179
31 Ventilation 195
32 Air Conditioning 199
33 Summary: Heating and Air Conditioning 213
Part Five - Interior Design 217
34 Floor Plans 219
35 Walls and Bulkheads 225
36 Headliners 229
37 Window Dressing 233
38 Cabinets 237
39 Floor Treatment 241
Part Six - Exterior Design 243
40 Body Work 245
41 Prime Coats 249
42 Graphics and Paint Systems 253
43 Engines and Transmissions 259
44 Tires and Suspensions 263
Conclusions 267
Appendix 269
Index 279
Re-order Form 286

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