RV Engineering and Construction
I spent this afternoon repairing a canned-food storage drawer on our toy hauler. It was obviously loose and not sliding correctly. Yet again, I discovered the poor engineering and construction of RV...
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Lynnmor wrote:Atlee wrote:
One other factor plays into this also. Most buyers stress the bling inside, which can easily be seen, over the construction itself.
When you go to a large RV show, you will not see anyone bending down and looking at tires, brakes, frames, axles or springs. All the things that affect safety and reliability on the road, are not a consideration.
You had better follow me around too. First stop is to inspect for who the frame builder is. Check for reinforcement in the area of the spring hangers. Count how many leaves to the spring pack. Look for shocks. Go around the outside checking for fit & neatness of calking. If all of that sniff test checks out go inside taking note of how solid the steps are going in.
I treat boat shows the same way. First stop is the engine compartment to see how accessible routine stuff is.
