2004 26.5 " model 2452P Sportsman 5th wheel

Thanks to all who replied. It has been very helpful.

IMO that’s an old rig where you aren’t sure of maintenance and condition. You’ll be rolling the dice.

Welcome to the forum. If it's set outside all its life I would check the roof over probably close to end of life. Check the tire date code and for cracking also look for uneven tire ware it could indicate a bent axle. Have wheel bearings been packed? Do the brakes need replaced? The biggie any signs of water intrusion? Do all the appliances work including A/C and heater?

If it was stored inside when not in use it could save you a lot of money in maintenance roof and plastic trim. If it's sat outside the graphics are probably a good indicator. Some people keep their RV pristine while others are extremely hard on them. If the latter maintenance probably has not been done.

Good luck with you purchase and let us know how it goes.

Just a thought...when buying an older, smaller/shorter fifth wheel, and using a late model truck for towing, they are often mismatched, and will tow nose high.

Jerry

Welcome to the forum!
Best advice I can give is to avoid buying anything that shows signs off leaks, especially in the ceiling. Even if the owner claims it's been fixed, it just isn't worth it. There are plenty of good used rigs out there.

Good luck,
Scott