2008 Challenger

Randyl81 wrote:
I really like my 2008 Keystone challenger and I was just wondering on an average how old before you have to start replacing parts? I store it inside within a couple miles of where I camp, I decided it was worth the storage cost to extend the life. What are the parts that usually go out first. I realize each rv is different just curious on what others have experienced. Thank you all for your time.

About time to replace your tires.

Ours unit was 6 yrs old when we purchased it. Previous owner had replaced microwave under warranty and upgraded TV to flat screen. Tires were two years old, plan on new before we move again. Refrigerator gave up the ghost and replaced cooling unit. We also had the converter die and have replaced batteries. We have used the trailer fulltiming the last three years.

Ngreen, wow you have replace a lot of items, we only get to use ours about 3-5 days at a time approx. 8 trips a summer. Can't wait to retire so I can go more often.

We have a 2006 Everest - same make as Challenger( I think) We have had to replace everything AC, Fridge, parts of Furnace, Inverter - awning - furniture - from about the 3rd year we had it. Repairs are ongoing but it also depends on how much it has been used and traveled with. Ours is almost used full time. We were thankful we bought a extended warranty.

Well, let's see, I have replaced nearly all of the fan covers, doing the bathroom skylight now. I've replaced the tires, the battery, the awning fabric, and right now in the process of replacing the awning tension springs. In the next year or so I will replace all the slideout awnings. In other words, it is kind of a continual changeout or replace or repair thing to keep all things working. Just enjoy it while you can, and try to keep it up.

how complex is your RV. slides, awnings, levelers, etc. anything mechanical can eventually go bad. a very simple unit should not keep popping up issues.
bumpy