Bordercollie wrote:
In addition to getting propane leak fixed, you need to be concerned about the age and condition of tires. DOT date codes are embossed on each tire. They should be of the proper type and load range, less than 5 years old, and free of sidewall cracking to be safe. Brakes should be checked and serviced as needed. Brake fluid should be flushed and replaced. The engine cooling system should be tested including belts, hoses, water pump and radiator. The "house/auxiliary" battery(s) and converter charger unit should be tested and replaced if needed. 12 volt DC power is needed to power electronic controls for furnace, AC fan and fridge, as well as to power interior lights. The engine starting battery also powers gas leak detectors, dash radio, etc. The converter charger is intended to keep house battery charged when rig is plugged into 110vac power. It will probably not keep the starting battery charged. When you are driving the engine alternator should charge the house batteries and starting battery. If you have an RV generator it's starter is usually powered by the house battery sometimes by the engine starter battery. It's good to have the converter charger, house battery and starting batteries tested and to keep electrolyte levels above the battery's plates. If possible, have a mobile RV service check out the RV parts and a qualified truck mechanic check out the truck parts and give you a parts and labor estimate for repairs and replacements needed You'll want the rig safe to drive and roof AC , RV generator, appliances, holding tanks and plumbing working properly so you can use the rig as intended. Try not to spend much more on repairs/replacements than the market value of your old rig which is around $4500.
The tires and brakes are all BRAND new. I live in NH and we have pretty strict inspections. It just passed inspection with flying colors. The mechanical part of the RV is in great shape. The interior is dated and looks like silly 80's style (wood paneling and all). I intend to redo the entire interior. Plus it will give ma a good chance to look at the wooden frame, check for rot and all that. I can do framing, plumbing and electric in a house, and although this is different, it still will likely be a little less complicated. My major concern was the mechanical (as that is not my thing), but I am looking forward to remodeling the inside. Winter is boring and I have like 10 months to get it done :)
