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Old 09-03-2018, 06:27 PM   #1
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2008 Voyage 33V

I am currently considering a 2008 Voyage 33V that has about 40,000 miles on it for our first motorhome, would like to know if there have been any major issues with this model and anything that I should really check, the pictures look decent but we all know some pictures can be deceiving and it's the pictures they are not showing need to be checked carefully, it looks good and I like the brand, so any advise is appreciated.
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Old 09-03-2018, 07:50 PM   #2
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OK it's 10 years old. So check the history of maintenance on everything. The engine should have had the plugs and boots changed by now, no matter the mileage. Oil, oil filter, air filter, Engine gas filter, Power Steering fluid, Bake fluid, transmission fluid, Generator oil, generator oil filter, gen air filter, gen gas filter, check the tires for date of manufacture (they date out after 7 years no matter how good they look), Coach and Chassis Batteries (all coach batteries should have same date) (all batteries should be no more than around 3 years old).

All of the things I mentioned can cost you a pretty penny if not done, tires alone run about $2400, Transmission flush $400, Brake flush $400 and so and so forth. These are all maintenance items that are required by this time in the life of MH.

The other things to check are all of the systems working properly, Dash AC, roof AC's, refer, all tank indications. Look for any discolorations on the ceilings (signs of water damage, roof leaks) climb on roof and check all of the caulking around all of the fixtures and look for gaps in it.

There are more things to look at but the list is long. The model overall was very good and dependable.
But remember, it is a MH and it got used a lot so it will not be perfect.
Check NADA for suggested price and compare to what they want. IT's always a good place to start.
Good luck and may the MH Gods be with you.
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Old 09-05-2018, 07:14 PM   #3
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I have a 2007 33' voyage purchased brand new, after initial problems of manufacturing defects. We have enjoyed our coach now for many years although we had done quite a lot of improvements through out our coach and dealt with minor issues. Unless the coach your looking at has been abused I would think as long as the normal oil changes have taken place and the owner gives you an honest opinion of its maintenance records over the years it should be fine. Its always a gamble with New or Used RVs based on my experience it seems no one can guarantee a problem won't pop up even when you buy brand new.
Good Luck its a coin toss no matter who you listen to
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Old 09-06-2018, 05:23 PM   #4
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Thanks for the responses, I am still looking at the Voyage, especially as the price has been reduce a little, it has a Solar panel but not sure what that will do and has also had suspension upgrades and steering stabilizer, now it's just a matter of persuading the other half the agree as she likes a Pursuit and an ACE.
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Dermec. We bought a 2007 last month. We bought it for a great price and very low mileage but there were several things wrong with it. I just about have everything fixed now and will be taking it out next week. I really like the unit and the air in the basement works better than any roof air we have ever had. (hope it keeps working lol) Let me know if you get the one your looking at. This is our 5th Motorhome and umpteenth RV.
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A/C

I cannot find anything that shows the A/C BTU's on a Voyage, here in TX I need as many as I can get
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Old 10-13-2018, 07:30 PM   #7
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DERMEC, did you buy the Voyage? We have used ours now for a month long trip and have found it to be wonderful, I think you will love the basement air
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Old 10-14-2018, 07:21 AM   #8
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Unfortunately I was unable to get a day off work, working 6 days a week sucks, but it is what it is, the Voyage now has a "Sale Pending" on it so will see if that falls off but I doubt that so we keep looking.
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