Rewiring an ABANDONED GMC Motorhome! Rescue Part 7

[@jstar1000]

You guy's scoring that new wrecked RV was the play, that was pure gold and saved you so much money its crazy. Great job on that and on the restore!

[@hermanclarke283]

That looks better lol😅

[@tonymeehan7859]

when you showed up with that wire gave me anxiety lol. Cutting that panel out of the new one and placing in the locked hatch was genius. This is gonna be the best motor home ever!

[@SILSKY]

I can't wait to see this motorhome pulling up at a car show ...with a certain 911 in tow 😃❤

[@n1r0l]

Budget Buildz, I don't think it is mentioned enough : Your videos are well edited and produced. How did you get Jeff Foxworthy to help out on your mechanical work? Is he not touring anymore?

[@BudgetBuildz]

I really appreciate that!! I know I’m not the best at it but definitely trying and that really makes me feel good to hear 😊 Haha 🤣🤣

[@bernhardhiebert2597]

You know he’s a redneck when the buys a new RV and put it all into an older one.

[@clevelandmaker386]

​@@BudgetBuildzgreat video as usual....I would have put more insulation in it...for the cold climate!! But,... I still can't wait to see it done... Maybe y'all could come to Louisiana when it's done

[@Rasputin-p4e]

A well edited and we'll produced videos drawn viewers. That's an open secret. Wonder why other channels having hard time knowing this. Keep it up mate. Watching from Christmas Island.

[@maxreinshagen1771]

What happened to the green Porsche ? Did you sell it ?

[@richardhill4862]

This is a great build, both you and your dad are into it and it's something you do not see everyday. Finding that little wrecked camper raised this project to the next level. And who doesn't like a big block.

[@akafrosty6175]

I love the fact that you are using so much from that salvaged trailer. That was a great idea.

[@RPO6464]

One of my favorite rebuilds. Can’t wait until I see the final result.

[@ronwade5646]

I did automotive electrical and rewiring professionally and a bunch of these GM Motorhomes needed exactly what you're doing 30 years ago. Great work!

[@larrywalls8842]

I hope you guys keep filming all of the work on the motorhome I like that kind of stuff

[@johna1160]

Would strongly suggest picking up a roll of kraft paper and double sided tape. Protect your nice, new flooring. There's a reason floor finishing is almost always the last item on build list. Great work as always, gentleman.

[@RoninDosho]

I was completely amazed with the Porsche rescue/rebuild. That could have been enough to rest your laurels on. And now this Motorhome renovation, is on its way to becoming something else entirely. You guys are setting the standard for the many rescue channels out there. These are really satisfying to watch. Looking forward to 2024 Budget Buildz programming.

[@Joseph-lt5yz]

The motor home is to tow the Porsche

[@willemp6432]

I agree. Work on the motorhome. I don`t need the saving of a burned out car that will never find it`s way back. I would love it when you save cars "like the Porsche" that will live on and make people happy. ! I want that Motorhome to keep on living.

[@jwrockets]

You and your dad seem to have no fear when it comes to these things. Well done.

[@JMGilberto]

The boldness with which you tackle stuff that I'd probably spend far too long looking at out of fear is what gets me. You and your dad are fearless. Kudos, gents.

[@ralphsmith1782]

They sure looked like two monkeys (bleeeep) a football trying to get that linoleum into a start position. LOL!

[@nabassu]

i am starting to fight this phobia. I just close my eyes and start working. no overthinking. that Dodge Ram conversion van, assembled oryginaly with tons of self tappers, cured me from "perfectionism".

[@Jiradech_1101]

OMG!! Is that a Max Tennyson's RV from ben10?

[@Steve8587]

Getting that new unit for parts was best decision ever. Watching all vids but this one is a great build.

[@endall39]

Fun series! You might consider putting a couple of neo magnets inside the side panel where your access door opens up, to hold it up when opened. Might be a slick solution.

[@davidbell-mc7jw]

the look you gave when you pulled the power box out sent me back to my days of when i was an electrician in an RV plant. i installed many of those boxes.

[@turboash78]

Those things are so badass.

[@loulowrider2566]

Looking great, wow talk about patience.....man you guys have it. And the best thing doing this with your Dad!! What memories you will have.

[@amazing_bobson]

I like your car rescues a lot but I can hardly wait for another GMC Motorhome video. A+ job to you and your dad. Have a great Christmas and a wonderful New Year. I'll be standing in line for more vids next year, or maybe another this year yet! 🙂

[@70chevs]

I love this build, it's going to have the classic look with a modern update. Getting that wrecked camper was pure brilliance. Maybe a diesel in the future for a more practical form of power?

[@kristoffermangila]

That'll be a bit difficult; remember that this GMC is a front-wheel drive vehicle.

[@dennisbrown2571]

My neighbor has one of those gmc's. He would be shocked to see you gutting it, but understands some owners do it also to their own tastes. You will find their are rallies all the time just for these rvs. Gonna be a great vehicle for you all.

[@davidrix804]

Hi there,you both look like brothers,rather than father and son,great teamwork🙏🙏🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@bobcooke6346]

Really enjoying this challenge, you Michael, and your dad have been tackling, I have to say, that wiring looks quite a daunting task 🤔

[@philcackett1155]

I think a big shout out to your dad is in order. He’s always on hand with each build.

[@Joseph-lt5yz]

People miss the real value that this channel really brings a father and son working together but most of all spending quality time and experiences wish my late dad and I spent time like this cause this is what a son needs in life quality time with his or her father which has no price keep up the great work guys

[@TheWorldOfAnders]

This build just keeps getting better and better. Great work👍😀

[@jimbates955]

Hank Hill here, congratulations on your decision to keep propane in the camper, and upgrading with two propane tanks, and with all the accessories! I also recommend refurbishing the old tank and use for heating the shop, or donating it to a needy cause! Have a good one y’all!

[@ivanstiles7030]

I am really enjoying this build. Seeing all modern amenities inside is going to be epic. Keep up the great work guys!

[@MrJerobona]

This is the best rescue ever! And done smart, by buying the wrecked trailer! Congratulations!

[@somerandomguy3868]

This is some project, glad to hear that you are going to keep and update the LP, that's a good call and you won't regret it

[@nigelbullock9039]

You two, son and dad, are remarkable. The wiring made me.anxious and you just got on with it. Brilliant video and well done from England

[@danf4616]

Good lord...the amount of work completely rebuilding that RV will take. It tires me out and I'm not even doing it! 😁 Thanks for the vids! 👍👍

[@trevorstrasser6136]

So glad I found this build, I’m obsessed with it. You’ve got a lot of glass in there. I highly recommend a ceramic tint to help keep the heat from coming through those single pane windows.

[@nickmassey9104]

Michael use the old trailer as a two vw golf show car hauler after you gut it great camper update😊

[@JoE_Songs]

absolutely awesome progress. love it!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you so much!!

[@foxyloon]

I'm stunned with how far this ol' rig has come along! Can't wait to see the interior start to come together. Just wanted to point something out though, as someone who's done home renovations before. It's best to leave the flooring install for as late as feasibly possible. Reduces the risk of scuffs and stains during the interior installation. At least it's linoleum in this case, so it's relatively easy to clean, patch or replace as needed, but there's no sense in doing a job twice if it can be helped otherwise.

[@coreycarver9974]

Man that hide away for the hook ups is awesome and keeps the old gmc rv looking untouched on the outside

[@robertkerby2581]

I loved this episode of the Rescue Motorhome with Budget Buildz! You guys are crushing it with each and every episode! Well done, Gentlemen!

[@Big88Country]

Man, you guys went all in on this one! That takes some pretty big cohones!! Can;t wait to see the finished product! Y'all will enjoy the heck out of this when you're done!

[@makesound4841]

That flooring looks hella cool! All that wiring 😜

[@echobeefpv8530]

I'm helping a buddy who is just about finished a full body off restoration of an old Airstream trailer, I helped him with wiring. His project looked very similar, at one point. Amazing how much wiring goes in a small trailer !

[@timbrady6473]

Of all the projects I’ve come across on KZbin ,this I think is the most interesting and will have the most value for your family.

[@silentrekluze7196]

My dream RV 🥰 can't wait to see completed are u gonna solar panel the roof 👀?

[@mikekozi-lester3887]

Hi guys 👦 nice video 📹 and workmanship hope the floor and wiring last long !!!! Car shows I like alot !!!

[@michelecrown2426]

If a camper deserved to be brought back to life, that model is definitely the one. Looking forward to more content on this one.

[@1chish]

Buying that wrecked camper for the interior and power was a masterstroke and how right you are to just clear everything original out of that Motorhome and starting again to put in stuff you know is right. A blank canvass was right! Genius idea to put practically new and proven electrics in that old vehicle. So many future issues taken away right there. Hope you re-use the interior fittings and panels from that camper (if they fit) because it all looks in great condition. Keep it coming mate!

[@allenm00]

I have been binge watching your videos. This motorhome is one of the neatest ones I have ever seen, and I am not an RV enthusiast. Keep up the great work! I love how genuine you and your dad are.

[@vayabroder729]

This is such a great and exciting project for you and your family! Happy for you!

[@Jon_2218]

This Rv motorhome is an amazing project to watch, highly appreciate watching you and your father rebuild this Gm coach with modern day standard upgrades. Thank you both for sharing as I always look forward to all your KZbin content.

[@Westsideautomotive]

Cannot wait to see the camper all done. It’s a journey for you and all your viewers

[@timothykraus7654]

I must say that this has been one of the best rebuilds this year so far ! I loved those as a kid . the luniolium was brilliant ! The buying of the new damaged camper was genius ! The old body with completely new systems is PRICELESS ! No wondering about anything as you routed the whole thing and know exactly how its put together is invaluable . I loved the external power unit hookup with the fiberglass wall from the damaged camper retrofitted to inside the original side door was fabulous . Plus its not exposed and now in a locked case . Which there is enough to add extra things like an external WiFi station for when your camping and sitting next to the home . I just appreciate your channel watching you and dad work together is great ! I wish all of your family's A Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year ! A very faithful subscriber ! God Bless !

[@study650]

That motorhome is going to be so nice. You can enjoy it for years.

[@lelandlove5472]

This is awesome... Love the modern updates but i do have one request. Please no carpet. LOL

[@metricstormtrooper]

Great stuff fellas, brilliant move buying the written off travel trailer, for the parts, although we call them caravans here in Australia.

[@darrenmahabir6510]

I love the retrofit old to new. Great job you guys are doing can't wait to see more

[@robertzalnis3162]

picking up that donner camper was brilliant! you are saving thousands in every item you are installing. Have you bought wire lately? Extremely expensive.

[@theconfessionsof_a]

The conversation/renovation is coming along brilliantly, I think the floating lino (that's what we call it in England) looks really cool.

[@Curtis_H]

Sold gold build. Enjoyed it quite a bit. Looking forward to the next build.

[@garyfeltus9801]

Been fun watching the rebuild on the camper. Herd bad stores on those gm camper. So it fun to see what it really looks like in there. Great video

[@angiemoses130]

Nice to see that the Old RV gets modern parts smartest way to save a wreck

[@johnshaw4140]

Your family will end-up with a superb fun vacation vehicle and you will have a lot of fun with your dad in the process , well done you 2

[@johnfien7709]

Something like that is a labor of love! As you said look at all the memories you and your family will make in it.

[@nickgeorgiakakis7249]

Really enjoying the camper build, thanks for uploading.

[@gravydavy4188]

I really love what you're doing to to this camper, glad to see you're keeping the original bog and then putting in the modern stuff. Good luck with the rebuild. Grumpy Graham from norfolk in England where it never rains. 😂

[@budkress2770]

I just finished watching all 7 episodes again of your restoration and upgrade, what a Treat and an awesome job, Michael what I like the most is not only the attention to detail you're doing on your coach but the videos as well, it is educational and great storytelling too - looking forward to more, not only the Coach but your cars too THANK YOU

[@pinkladybikermamma3603]

THIS MOTOR HOME IS GOING TO BE WELL BUILT WITH ALL UPDATES. VERY NICE.

[@Rogerla62]

The restoration is really coming together! Can’t wait to see the interior pieces all being put into place.

[@adamjacobson1993]

Man what an undertaking. Will be interesting to see how it turns out.

[@smavtmb2196]

It's very cool how you are using lots of new modern parts/components from the damaged trailer.

[@erykzintak4936]

Love seeing this camper come together guys !!

[@picklesontheroad]

WOW, this sure brings back memories of rebuilding our old Holiday Rambler camper trailer. We also scrounged up a totaled out second camper to scrounge for parts but really only used the shower and bathroom fixtures. I ended up rewiring ours completely from scratch, with all new wire, controllers, inverters, solar panels, a bank of batteries, and modern amenities. I'm glad that the propane system was reliant on the larger 30lb bottles instead of the larger built in tank but only because the trailer really couldn't drive itself to the propane station. I installed an all new water tank and plumbing using PEX. You'll need at least a 4K generator to power that rig if you plan on using the AC and be sure to install a fuel line that feeds from the main tank with a pump. On a full tank of fuel (28 gal on our Winnebago) you can run the genset for 3-4 days before having to refuel. That will keep the wife and kids happy with AC, microwave and TVs working. Install a lot of USB charging points on the 12v system. Trust me on that point! BTW RETINT THOSE WINDOWS! You're gonna need that extra protection from the heat in the summer time!

[@smarternu]

Looks pretty good. NEXT do a TOY HAULER. I know you want one.

[@Darren_Martin]

Yeah it's a lot of wiring and cleaning, but that's part of the process and I appreciate it. Keep filming it. Nice work

[@sweeneyuk567]

Love the camper series. Love the show. When you’ve completed & had good use please make it amphibious, not seen any KZbinr attempt something like that. I know it’s a big ask but I’m sure the traffic it’ll generate will make it work. 🤞

[@lepepus]

This is by far the second best rebuild after the Targa!!! Love that ur going all out on this one, it deserves it!

[@terry5123]

OMG you’re very brave to sort out that wiring !

[@danielhelbig1116]

I have love this vintage motorhome build ever since you first started. Keep up the amazing work it looks good enough to be brand new almost! 😍🤘🏻💯

[@DanFowler-x1p]

I love how the floor came out. Love the channel. Brattleboro Vermont loves watching you guys. Keep up the great work

[@ronbunker5778]

You two are doing a really good job! There are several small companies out there that all they do is restore vintage campers and they are making lots of money doing it.

[@markcorboy8528]

Always love getting my fix of Budget Builds. Now waiting for the next one. Cheers from New Zealand.

[@chrishyde377]

You guys are amazing !!! What a mammoth endeavor. Love watching the transformation of this cool old classic rig.

[@almclean4835]

Once done that RV will be a great addition to the fleet

[@ryrob37]

Such an impressive build guys. Y’all have some serious grit to see this through to the end!

[@bobtucker8875]

Very interesting 🤔 content. It will be amazing 🤩. Thanks 👍 for sharing everyone 🙏.

[@byrdsdoityourselfgarage7330]

I can’t wait to see the fun to be had next season! Me and my family love camping

[@GrantRTanner]

Loving this build. What a great platform to invest your time and money into. That wtecked camper was the best idea!

[@adventureswithedna]

I've been liking this more than i expected

[@BudgetBuildz]

Glad you’re enjoying!! 😊😊

[@gerry-p9x]

Really great building. Might want to run van and coach wiring separate. Plus use flex conduit to neaten it up Also take some heavy cardboard and mock up cabinets beds. Seats etc to get ideas of flow and space and where to position outlets switches

[@punkinsgarageandpaint8299]

This is a perfect way to save a piece of history. Great work! Id love to see you guys do more of these. That would make another great KZbin channel.

[@darylpendley]

A little conduit for running or replacing wires later would be wise. Leave extra wire slack at each outlet, so they can later be easily replaced.

[@t.vanoosterhout233]

Another great restoration vid! Having watched a couple of other yt channels that show this kind of restauration I have some idea of the amount of work it must have taken to get all those wires in place.... you make it look so easy!

[@thomasweatherford5125]

Michael! From what you suggested at the end of this video, that this wiring situation wasn’t as exciting as other stuff - I disagree! This is super cool - it’s the start of awesome things to come. Can’t just throw stuff into that GMC without the wiring done first. Your content is some of the best on KZbin. Keep up the fantastic work

[@davidjones3520]

I'm amazed that you both never seem intimidated or daunted by any challenge ! It's so impressive and may you enjoy the fruits of your incredible labor, soon !

[@EnglishTurbines]

Here to see your idylic weather again....Even your "Winter" is calm and sunny....😳😳🤔😏😀🇬🇧

[@lateefcarrere1649]

Are you sure you've never done this before? This is just stinkin' awesome: a restomodded classic motorhome! The best part is you'll probably be done before you run out of wire, lol! Can't wait for the next episode! P.S. Let me be the 1st to wish the Budget Builds family a very Merry Christmas!

[@joeydube2195]

I absolutely love this project. Great job guys.

[@brucemelton4983]

She's shaping up nice, you have a fantastic channel. Kia kaha, in Maori means be well and strong. Have a great Christmas 😊

[@freqenc]

But it's such a cool RV! I've couldn't pass that up. Unique always holds value.

[@alexhoefer4005]

Much appreciate what you and Dad do Michael. I remember seeing those GMC motorhomes when I was a kid in the mid-70s and thought they were amazing. Front wheel drive !

[@sbrave]

Amazing work & skills! I would've thought you'd have some kind of padding /insulation under the new flooring?