RVing with no mechanical capability
I have seen a lot of people suggest that one should not purchase an RV if one is not at least somewhat handy mechanically. Well, I am not handy mechanically at all and I'm also an old guy who cannot b...
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theoldwizard1 wrote:
All valid points ! But finding a mobile tech or getting scheduled into a big RV dealer are major issues.
Mobile techs in particular...we've found that if they know you are traveling, they are often willing to move you up on the list but even if you take it into a shop, they often work with you if they know you are in a bind.
As others have said, money can solve most problems but lots of simple things, you should be able to figure out yourself.
We do a mix depending on if it's a job we feel capable of but sometimes it's more hassle than it's worth.
- Rebuilt the water pump and replaced the toilet seal over the last week.
- Sent the RV tech up on the roof to reseal (I've never been comfortable that the roof is designed to handle my big butt)
PS: Youtube is great to see how something goes together before you tear yours apart.
