Real-life maintenance costs on a small B+
Just looking for some info from those who have done it. Possibly next year I'm going to seriously start looking for a B+ in the 21-24', 10-15 yr old, 30K-60K miles, & $20-$30K range. From what I'v...
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I would definitely do minor repairs on the coach, winterizing, etc. I'm pretty handy and generally understand how all the systems work, from my former partnership in a travel trailer.
My good local mechanic would do basic maintenance on the chassis; I also have a good tire/front end shop that is very reasonable. I will do things like change a turn signal bulb or air filter, but don't like to mess with fluids.
I know first thing would probably be a tranny flush & timing belt change, as preventive measures, unless I have service records showing them done on schedule. For those I would go to a dealer and be prepared to shell out $$$, but other things my local mechanic could do for much less.
My good local mechanic would do basic maintenance on the chassis; I also have a good tire/front end shop that is very reasonable. I will do things like change a turn signal bulb or air filter, but don't like to mess with fluids.
I know first thing would probably be a tranny flush & timing belt change, as preventive measures, unless I have service records showing them done on schedule. For those I would go to a dealer and be prepared to shell out $$$, but other things my local mechanic could do for much less.
