Prospective TT Buyer w/ Questions
I'm a current popup trailer owner/user and my family and I camp an average of 4 weeks per year. This year may even get closer to 5. We've had an '89 Coleman popup that I restored extensively a few y...
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happybooker1 wrote:
I can tell you one thing about inspecting for water damage / rot. Thump, knock, tap, step on, push on, etc. EVERY SQUARE INCH of the walls, ceiling, and floor you can reach or touch. Outside AND inside.
Water damage on the floor will result in soft spots or unevenness. Wall damage will be "crunchy" sounding or the wall will have an unnatural "give" to it. Outside wall rot will be bubbly, wavy, or uneven. Look for interior stains, rusty staples/screws, or lineoleum pulling up/bubbling. Look for ceiling stains or soft spots, especially near vents & the AC.
Look inside every cabinet, storage area, and under the dinette benches. Go over every seam you can see to check for non-cracked sealant. Pay attention to walls under windows and around doors.
Don't listen to ANY excuse about signs of water damage you might find. RUN, don't walk, away!
Thanks! Info like that is very helpful. One friend with the Mallard has been flirting with upgrading himself. We're camping with him in 3 weeks, so hopefully I can eyeball his a bit and test the waters about maybe buying his. I'm really active on a popup forum, but hopefully this one will become my online trailer home soon!
