1995 Bounder

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Starship Commander
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1995 Bounder

Post by Starship Commander »

I just bought a 1995 Bounder, should have it within a week. Vin starts 1GBLP37N1S plus xxxxxxxx. Not sure the model and exact length. I am thinking it's about 36 feet. It will be a nearly full time living out of it at least 3/4 of the time. I am a Rock Band Leader. I need to do two things. It's a 454 Chevy.
1....I want to increase the towing capacity from 3,500 to 5,000 pounds so I can tow my 4300 pound Explorer in the mountains of Colorado and beyond. I figured if I could add 1500 pounds of capacity, I might have a hope of making it over the passes and more important being able to stop heading down the other side towing the Explorer on a light trailer or front wheel dolly. I don't think it's safe to tow all four down with the full time 4WD and a transfer case.
2... Is it going to be possible to add heat to the tanks and plumbing and make it at least single digit temperature proof?
Thanks in advance for your advice.
rls7201
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Re: 1995 Bounder

Post by rls7201 »

I know I'm a little late but here goes. Your MH has welded on frame extensions that are not up to pulling over the 3500 lb. limit. The extensions are of lesser material than the original frame and the welds leave a lot to be desired.
Your wet bay already have heat from the furnace but not up to single digit temps. If you have electricity where parked, just add a 100 watt light bulb to each wet bay.

Richard
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