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I_am_still_wayn
Jun 24, 2013Explorer
Anything manufactured can last forever. It does not wear out as a whole, just parts of it do. The real question is, "When is it economically feasible to repair?" As an example, a 20 year old RV with laminated sidewalls that have severe delamination due to water intrusion may be considered a total loss; however, those walls could be removed and replaced with new. The cost of repair probably would exceed the cost of a new RV, but once repaired with new walls, that old RV would then be serviceable again.
Automobiles are another great example. What is the life expectancy of an automobile? There are Model T's on the road today. There are Stanley Steamers on the road today. Are they practical? Of course not. How long should they last? They apparently will be around a lot longer!
Automobiles are another great example. What is the life expectancy of an automobile? There are Model T's on the road today. There are Stanley Steamers on the road today. Are they practical? Of course not. How long should they last? They apparently will be around a lot longer!
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