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BOBS66440
Explorer
Dec 08, 2016

My First RV

Hello all! Just wanted to share some photos of my first ever RV. It's a 1996 Chevrolet Flyer Special by Fleetwood (24ft). The name sure is a mouthful. I can't seem to find any info about it online at all. My best guess is it's similar to a Tioga but can't be sure. I bought it to tow my race car around the northeast and stay in the paddock instead of a hotel room.

Time will tell if it was a good investment. It's kind of old and beat up (like me) but overall in pretty good shape and should serve the purpose well.

It needs just enough minor TLC to keep me busy through the winter months. I just finished winterizing it and will begin cleaning and doing some improvements. I am fortunate to have a heated garage to keep it in so it should be fun!

https://goo.gl/photos/oheckhMUddR3iNk99

https://www.flickr.com/photos/146935500@N02/shares/5c1j51
  • Interior looks good, no orange shag carpets!! Make sure tires are the right type and less than 5-6 years old by date codes with no sidewall cracks. RV tires go bad sitting parked and can come apart whipping underside stuff with steel belts. You will probably need the RV generator and roof AC working reliably. The converter/charger and house battery(s) may need replacing. Modern converter/chargers do not overcharge/boil out batteries. Flush brake fluid as it collects moisture leading to brake fade on long down-grades. You probably know the rest. Have fun with your new hobby.
  • j-d's avatar
    j-d
    Explorer II
    Welcome and Congratulations!

    Our first coach was a 24-ft Class C. It had a sofa that supposedly made a bed but it was miserable so we always slept in the cabover. There was a curtain, so we could leave the bed unmade, or nap in privacy during the day. So in a sense, overhead was a dedicated bedroom. I called it The Loft. I'd rather climb than have to make a bed every night and break it down every morning.
  • Nice! It has a nice "homey" look to it. Enjoy your first RV - it will always be special to you!

    Bill
  • Thanks guys. Sorry about the lack of photos and the useless links :E. My photobucket account is not accessible at the moment. When I get it figured out I'll post some photos.
  • I'll be fun seeing and hearing about your remodel process. Remember to have fun!

    Mike Leslie