My 1995 520-H is finally getting close to completion

[Kevin Bowley 130]

This machine was a disaster as it sat out in the weather, unused for three+ years and very likely was stored outside before it was parked.  I was told he was sure it would run with a bit of work.  When I got it home, I changed the oil out, drained the tank, put a few drops of MM oil in the spark plug holes, hooked up the jumpers and turned it over a few times over a 5-minute period.  Added some fresh gas, put a little down the carb and she fired right and purred like an Onan should, amazing.  On top of that, every idiot light and gauges functioned perfectly.  So here it is, a before and after shot.  Also, a big shoutout to @vinylguy for the awesome decals. These were taken under crappy fluorescent lights.  When I get it outside (soon as we get a sunny day) I will take a couple more.

Edited April 28, 2022 by kbowley

[peter lena 8,610]

@kbowley good for you ! look's  like a great save ,  can also relate to the state your shop is in , reflects a thorough interest in  what's important . even though you have probably already done it , your idiot lite reference , bears a thorough verification  of all your electrical contacts , those 520,s  can be an electrical nightmare . personally , take advantage  of its working , and enhance what you have . typically , hard , dried cracked wiring , chafing wire grouping . electrical plug in cracked / shorted  stressed  connections . looks like a nice piece , pete

[c-series don 8,688]

Wow Kevin, you did a really nice job on that. Great save! 

[JCM 9,130]

Stopped by your shop last week, one of these times I hope to catch you there. Nice job on the 520, hope to see you at the Meet & Greet in N.Berwick in September so we will have another 520 here besides just mine.   @kbowley    

[Kevin Bowley 130]

On 4/28/2022 at 8:46 AM, peter lena said:

@kbowley good for you ! look's  like a great save ,  can also relate to the state your shop is in , reflects a thorough interest in  what's important . even though you have probably already done it , your idiot lite reference , bears a thorough verification  of all your electrical contacts , those 520,s  can be an electrical nightmare . personally , take advantage  of its working , and enhance what you have . typically , hard , dried cracked wiring , chafing wire grouping . electrical plug in cracked / shorted  stressed  connections . looks like a nice piece , pete

 

 I did test all the sensors per the manual and all are good, even the hydro temp.  Got lucky.  All gauges worked without repairs other than the backlighting bulbs and the engine connector is in great shape.

Edited April 30, 2022 by kbowley

[Kevin Bowley 130]

First time getting it dirty since restore.  Grading the driveway and getting covered in dust. Love the decals from Terry!

[kpinnc 12,006]

Dirt washes off. First scratches hurt way worse! 

Edited May 16, 2022 by kpinnc

[Kevin Bowley 130]

It certainly will. It took a lot of time and work. But Since I am going to work it a wee bit, I'm sure it will happen soon.  I love the decals from @vinylguy

Edited May 16, 2022 by kbowley

[Horse Newbie 7,069]

That’s a nice 520H… here’s my 1994 520H… hope to see it at the Big Show !