Update On Our Shopping for a Motor Home

by Pamela
(MO)

So we traveled to two cities last week in search for the motor home in our price range. To no avail! Everyone that we looked at, the owner had not disclosed that it had, had a leak at one time. I can find a leak!!!!! I would point it out, and then they would say " Oh, well, that has been patched." On some, I saw where it had still been leaking down the wall!!!!!!!! Gasp!!!!!!! We have up to $10,000 to spend and that seems to be a problem in that price range. Get this! Most said on the phone that it was their personal vehicle, only to find out when asked, that it was not! They only had bought it to resell!

We are now looking at bus conversions. Hopefully, no leaks!

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Update On Our Shopping for a Motor Home

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Oct 25, 2011

Leaks
by: sky

Rv's will eventually leak. The things to look for in that area is were the leak is, if it is patched up and if there is any structural support damage (sagging roofs). Don't say Oh I can't get on the roof. You will be getting on that roof. If they say the leak is patched ask by who and ask for the receipt also ask if you can test it with a water hose after verifying that it was patched correctly. On sealing and walls see if there is a lot of softness and saging or just the first layers but there is firmness. Check inside and out. If sagging walk away it will cost way to much unless you are a carpenter and can do the repairs your self. Also on a side note check the age of the tires if they are older than 7 years there is a good chance of having problems. When talking to a seller on the phone ask questions and write what they say down. Ask about the leaks and if any patches have been made. If they say there haven't been any leaks and you find them you may want to walk a way. They have been proven a liar and untrustworthy. If you still want to consider the rv test everything.

Oct 15, 2011

They Leak
by: joe leister

I was told by a reputable RV tech that all rvs leak, if they havent yet, they will. He also stated that you have to pay attention and manage them as they happen. I know how you feel my wife and i are in the same boat as far as the budget goes, good luck to you guys.

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