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mjptorrent
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May 06, 2020

What to look for when inspecting a used TT for purchase

Good day everyone. Hope you are all safe & healthy. My wife and I are going to look at a Jayco Jay Flight SLX 195RB this weekend. It is a 2015 and the SRP is $9999. This being our first TT, what things should we inspect to ensure we're getting a unit that was properly cared for and maintained? What sorts of things tend to go bad on these? Is this a reasonable price? A 2020 costs @ $20,000. Half the value gone in 5 years? Any help to these newbies is much appreciated.

Mike
  • Wow, thanks everyone. These are some great things I never would have thought of. Please add more things if you can think of any. I'll definitely check out RV Trader. Much appreciated everyone, thanks again.

    Mike
  • I would check out rvtrader to get an idea of prices for that model. A drive to Maryland will get you a 2017 for that price.
    As for what to look for start with the roof. Take a ladder along and get a good look at the caulking up top. It will probably have some cracking but check along the front and back edges for areas pulled back from the edge. If you see anything suspicious check the walls inside and out for softness. Other than that check the tires for uneven wear. It could be a sign of bad axle alignment or a bent axle. Look at the rims for damage from hitting curbs.
    Maybe take a white cup along. Drain some water out of the tank drain into that cup. If it's not clean you probably don't want to be using it to brush your teeth..
  • #1 water marks. see ANY RUN. no matter what the seller says. you can,t see all the damage without taking it apart. the wood rots and cost big bucks to repair. #2 tires tires are date stamped if there over 5years its time to replace nice chunk of money.and if there made in china? there a bomb waiting to go off. now find a rv inspector in your area, fine a rv you like have him inspect it. cost couple hundred BUT you,ll get a report better than the factory could give you. welcome to rving ,it all cost money to play.