1993 Safari MH with 6.5TD

[kylixz]

Howdy all,

Posting because I believe a few of you may have motorhomes with similar engines / rebuilds.

I picked up a 1993 33' Safari Motorhome recently for what I consider to be a good deal given that it only had about 69k miles on it. She isn't blowing smoke out of the oil cap. Seems to keep her cool when climbing grades. A little slow to start after sitting for a week but with 3 cycles of the plugs and patience she starts up without almost any smoke.

The engine and chassis are getting checked out tomorrow so I will report back -- but was curious if any others have some suggestions for upgrades or maintenance?

So far, going through receipts the history of the vehicle is as follows:
- New Bigger Radiator July 2015
- 2009 New Starter Durmast DL 8401S
- AMCO Transmission Rebuild 2006
- 2009 Solar Panel Camanna 110 Watt. ASC 12/16 Regulator
- Passed Diesel Test in 2006
- 2006 Hewitt: Thermocouple "K" Grounded, Pyro 2" 250 0-15^F Red IL, Leadwire 35Ft K
- 2006 Bent Thermocoupler, pyrometer gauge, mounting bracket
- 2006 Replaced fuel return lines, tightened two injector lines.
- 2" Trans temp.
- 2008 Lift Pump SSDiesel Supply
- 2006 Heat Shield, Fuel Injector, Fuel Filter, Tubing
- New Engine in 2006 from Windish RV @ 53kmiles.?


I'm considering taking "Harvey" over to Peninsular and it sounds like there are quite a few options. P400 with 18:1. Performance engine with 18:1. Multiple turbo and cooling options. Sounds like a great shop. Any recommendations when it comes to upgrades/engines from Peninsular?

Thanks for your time!

[Robyn]

Welcome aboard :D

SOUNDS like you are on top of it.

Peninsular diesel has there stuff together.

A P400 18:1 would be sweet.

If the chassis is in top shape you would have a great rig with the new engine.

Good luck

Keep us up to date

[kylixz]

Thanks Robyn!

Getting a once over with a shop I like here in Denver. We'll see what the damage is.

Thought I'd share a few poorly taken photos of the rig. Needs a wash after picking up on snowy roads. Engine shot is from under the bed. Thing is a bit of a rats nest in terms of wiring...

3194

3195

[Robyn]

Looking good

MH engine bays do tend to be a rat nest even when new, and time takes a toll on it even more.

[kylixz]

List of needs:

Needs a new turbo... which I kind of knew. Leaking oil internally.

Injectors leaking, new glow plugs, fuel filter, air filter, oil change, serpentine belt and tensioner. Harmonic dampener good.

Everything else in pretty good shape. Will see if she has a bit more get up and go with the new turbo.

[rustyk]

I have a '94 Barth 28' pusher, bought after looking at a 28' Trek; same engine - until I replaced it with a Peninsular upgrade to 230HP (Stock is 190). If you replace the engine, you can't go wrong; mine has 100K miles and is in the shop for a new IP and other stuff, but the engine has been solid and economical.

If you uprate the engine, a tranny upgrade is worthwhile (stock is 450 lb-ft, mine is now rated at 840 lb-ft).