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JorgeS
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Feb 11, 2018

Newbie - '90 Holiday Rambler Limited DP Sagging Ceiling

Hello all, complete newbie to motorhomes here...

I'm looking for help on a 1990 HR Limited we're seriously considering, and really like, but have some concerns. It's been well cared for, but has some issues that make us afraid it will empty our wallets. If we can figure out how serious these are, we will make an offer, or walk away. I' posting several threads by item, to make it easier to answer. Hopefully someone here is familiar with these coaches, and can offer some advice.

- Ceiling sags about 1.5" in center of coach. Appears adhesive that held it to the roof weakened, letting it sag. Our concern is that it will fall, and will be difficult/expensive to get back up.
Does anyone know how the roof is constructed? will it allow using using (nice looking) screws to attache it to the inside surface of the roof?

Thank you in advance!
My wife and I really like the coach, the layout, the quality, the ruggedness, etc., and would like to get it if we think we can address the concerns

23 Replies

  • Are you taking about the ceiling liner? Or the actual roof drooping? When you go up there is there a dentation? If it's the roof, run away. If it's the liner, could just be age and there are fixes but they aren't fun.

    And JW's advice is solid too.
  • this may give you some idea what the ceiling construction of most rv is made up of.. this is a new ceiling and roof for my motorhome, the ceilings are normally glued and stapled , and the only time they sag is if water has gotten in, which can cause even more problems than just a couple of nails to put it back up
  • Check around any roof vents in the ceiling area does the wood around the vent feel soft (dry rot) wood if so this is not the MH you want to buy. Also check for dry rot around the bottom of windows doors slide outs if any etc. Take a small pin and test the wood if it pushes in easy you have a problem