Buying a 5’er that’s been lived in full time
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Apr-07-2018 06:52 AM
According to him he works 12-13 days straight and is looking to retire. He lives in the camper full time. I know I’ll have a much better feel when I actually see it but I’m looking for some thoughts on the pros and cons of buying a camper that has been lived in full time.
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Apr-09-2018 07:42 PM
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Apr-09-2018 09:29 AM
2018 Big Country 3560 SS
"The best part of RVing and Snowmobiling is spending time with family and friends"
"Catin' in the Winter"
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Apr-09-2018 07:46 AM
Hope it serves you well!
Jerry
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Apr-09-2018 06:40 AM
Because they are currently staying on a military base he picked us up with his truck and drove us onto base. When I got into his truck it was spotless. When people take care of their stuff it is easy to tell. You can try and make things look clean and organized but when someone truly lives this way you know it.
This theme of clean and organized carried over to the camper. Everything on the outside was neatly organized in totes and bins. He has made some modifications and the workmanship tells me he is particular about his stuff.
The inside was also well organized and clean. I did not find anything that was in need of repair and it does not show a lot of wear.
He is including everything with the camper, hoses, cords, etc including a 2000 watt Honda generator.
He is 61 and looking to retire. He didn't come right out and say it but we got the feeling his health is an issue. His plan is to use the money from the camper to get him through until he can collect SS.
We are buying below the market value. I really can't see what we have to lose. All indications are it has been very well maintained and if it ends up being a lemon we can always take it to a dealer, trade it in, and still get close to what we paid for it. Time will tell.
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Apr-08-2018 11:13 PM
rhagfo wrote:
Tell me how this is different than a trailer that has sat in storage for two years?
Exactly. If you are concerned, check the date on the sidewalls but nothing special about the age with a full time rig.
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Apr-08-2018 10:52 AM
MFL wrote:ACZL wrote:valhalla360 wrote:MFL wrote:
If it has been sitting in the same spot, due to owners work, then may need tires already, and could have some UV damage on one side/end.
Unless there was something wrong with the tires when the manufacturer put them on, 2yr old tires should not be failing from UV damage. You can debate if they should be changed at 5 or 7 yrs but 2yrs should not be an issue.
To the OP: Go look. As long as it was maintained reasonably well, no concerns with full time use.
I'd be more worried about a rig that was bought, taken out once and in storage for the last couple years. Odds are the issues with a new rig won't have been shaken out.
I'd be leery of 2-3 year old tires if sun blasted on them all summer long w/o covers on them. Shoot, the tires could have been mfr'd in '15 or even '14 even tho the coach is a '16.
Tires just sitting, not moving, parked in the dirt/poor surface, or sun can have potential damage. Just something for OP to watch for, as we have no idea where, or what surface this RV is parked on, or if it has been moved occasionally. If not moved, and one side of RV facing sun for several years, UV damage to caulk, slide seals, and other trim is possible. Again...we don't know the specifics, but things for the OP to consider when arriving to inspect.
Hope it turns out to be a nice unit, and all goes well for OP, and seller!
Jerry
Tell me how this is different than a trailer that has sat in storage for two years?
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Apr-08-2018 09:36 AM
ACZL wrote:valhalla360 wrote:MFL wrote:
If it has been sitting in the same spot, due to owners work, then may need tires already, and could have some UV damage on one side/end.
Unless there was something wrong with the tires when the manufacturer put them on, 2yr old tires should not be failing from UV damage. You can debate if they should be changed at 5 or 7 yrs but 2yrs should not be an issue.
To the OP: Go look. As long as it was maintained reasonably well, no concerns with full time use.
I'd be more worried about a rig that was bought, taken out once and in storage for the last couple years. Odds are the issues with a new rig won't have been shaken out.
I'd be leery of 2-3 year old tires if sun blasted on them all summer long w/o covers on them. Shoot, the tires could have been mfr'd in '15 or even '14 even tho the coach is a '16.
Tires just sitting, not moving, parked in the dirt/poor surface, or sun can have potential damage. Just something for OP to watch for, as we have no idea where, or what surface this RV is parked on, or if it has been moved occasionally. If not moved, and one side of RV facing sun for several years, UV damage to caulk, slide seals, and other trim is possible. Again...we don't know the specifics, but things for the OP to consider when arriving to inspect.
Hope it turns out to be a nice unit, and all goes well for OP, and seller!
Jerry
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Apr-08-2018 09:21 AM
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Apr-08-2018 08:51 AM
valhalla360 wrote:MFL wrote:
If it has been sitting in the same spot, due to owners work, then may need tires already, and could have some UV damage on one side/end.
Unless there was something wrong with the tires when the manufacturer put them on, 2yr old tires should not be failing from UV damage. You can debate if they should be changed at 5 or 7 yrs but 2yrs should not be an issue.
To the OP: Go look. As long as it was maintained reasonably well, no concerns with full time use.
I'd be more worried about a rig that was bought, taken out once and in storage for the last couple years. Odds are the issues with a new rig won't have been shaken out.
I'd be leery of 2-3 year old tires if sun blasted on them all summer long w/o covers on them. Shoot, the tires could have been mfr'd in '15 or even '14 even tho the coach is a '16.
2018 Big Country 3560 SS
"The best part of RVing and Snowmobiling is spending time with family and friends"
"Catin' in the Winter"
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Apr-08-2018 08:29 AM
Turned out to be an excellent buy.
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Apr-08-2018 04:09 AM
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Apr-08-2018 12:30 AM
2018 Ram 3500 DRW 4.10
2014.5 DRV Atlanta (sold)
2008 Newmar 4330 (Modified) Sold
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Apr-07-2018 11:03 PM
MFL wrote:
If it has been sitting in the same spot, due to owners work, then may need tires already, and could have some UV damage on one side/end.
Unless there was something wrong with the tires when the manufacturer put them on, 2yr old tires should not be failing from UV damage. You can debate if they should be changed at 5 or 7 yrs but 2yrs should not be an issue.
To the OP: Go look. As long as it was maintained reasonably well, no concerns with full time use.
I'd be more worried about a rig that was bought, taken out once and in storage for the last couple years. Odds are the issues with a new rig won't have been shaken out.
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Full Time spliting time between boat and RV
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Apr-07-2018 06:50 PM
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