Buying a used Class A Repairs to Expect?

brightond wrote:
Hi There!

I'm looking at an older Class A RV to renovate for a 1-2 year adventure with my family.

Right now I'm looking at a 1998 Fleetwood Southwind (30' with a Ford engine and 35K miles.) I could get this for just over 10K.

I've researched these Southwind's and have mostly found people saying they loved them and that they ran great for them.

Now I realize that I will need to budget some funds for repairs/renovations but I would love some input on what I may be looking at for tuning a vehicle like this up.

Any advice on what I should consider when purchasing a vehicle would be appreciated.

Thanks!

James

first off, anything made of rubber should be thoroughly examined...tires, gaskets, hoses, belts, etc. next, change ALL the fluids and i might have the drained oil analyzed. next, the battery(ies) should all be load tested and if older than, say, 48-60 months replace them. but unless you're a really good mechanic i'd have the unit professionally examined and vetted before purchase.