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bulldawg · 07-11-2008, 04:17 PM

I just posted on Vintage RV's, Newbie looking
for some insite on buying a 17 year old unit

bulldawg · 07-11-2008, 04:17 PM

I just posted on Vintage RV's, Newbie looking
for some insite on buying a 17 year old unit

TXiceman · 07-11-2008, 05:31 PM

Welcome to iRV2.

I don't know if I'd classify a 17 year old RV as vintage just yet. As in any used RV you need to be really concerned about water leaks and delamination. The smaller Fleetwood coaches from the late 80's into the 90's had a problem with delamination on the side walls. Be sure and make a through inspection of the roof joints, the end cap joints and the window sealant. If there are any bubbles in the sidewalls, I'd pass on it. Delaminations are generally a sign of water entry and you have no idea of the amount of damage inside the wall. These type problems usually just get worse and are very expensive to fix.

Also, check the date on the tires. If they are over 5 years old, plan to repalce them.

Ken

bulldawg · 07-13-2008, 12:55 PM

Well guy's This is my first time on a forum
and I don't know how to get around or how to reply ? Is there a tutoral for newbies ?

Gary RVRoamer · 07-15-2008, 04:57 AM

bulldawg,
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