Buying a van that has been sitting for years?
I've been searching and searching, but it's hard to find a van with the specs I want. I just talked to a guy who is selling one. The catch is, he inherited it, and it has not been driven since his...
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Late last year I bought a 1997 class A Winnebago. Had known the original owner since he bought it new in 1997. But, due to his health, this unit had been sitting 5 1/2 years, with tires on asphalt. It has performed flawlessly since I bought it and did the following:
Had the diesel engine checked by a diesel mechanic.
Changed ALL fluids; RV and Onan.
While changing transmission fluids, had a reputable shop check the
transmission.
Changed serpentine belt, but not hoses.
Installed new Michelin tires. Other tires were 12+ year-old Michelins.
Although this one-owner RV was 19 years old, and knowing his attitude toward maintenance, I figured it would be worth the time and money to revive it. It has performed to my expectations and more.
Had the diesel engine checked by a diesel mechanic.
Changed ALL fluids; RV and Onan.
While changing transmission fluids, had a reputable shop check the
transmission.
Changed serpentine belt, but not hoses.
Installed new Michelin tires. Other tires were 12+ year-old Michelins.
Although this one-owner RV was 19 years old, and knowing his attitude toward maintenance, I figured it would be worth the time and money to revive it. It has performed to my expectations and more.
