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catkins
Apr 22, 2019Explorer II
New tires $5-65K likely, old fuel pumped out and changed, all new fuel and transmission filters, transmission fluid replaced, brake fluid replaced, replace all belts and hoses, brakes checked and repaired, radiator rinsed and filled, recaulk roof and sides, wiring checked for rodent/heat damage, check for unseen water damage with soft spots of roof/floor, air bags(?) checked, levelers checked and serviced as needed, new batteries engine and house, generator checked out and serviced - likely needs work to get it running, and the list goes on.................just a small start of the potentially massive to do list. Unless you are extremely mechanical, this could be a real money pit. Too many unknowns. Water damage, heat damage, bugs and critter damage? In AZ anything rubber or plastic gets brittle due to extreme heat. Upholstery and curtains will have taken a beating too. Buyer beware is really critical here! My first instinct is to pass. If still considering, get it inspected both mechanically and RV systems.
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