All ActivityMost RecentMost LikesSolutionsRe: This sums it up for the status of the RV industry nowFor someone brand new to this and just starting research are there any resources or guides for how to spot issues and/or this "quality" that folks mention often? In home buying and in RV shopping it is easy to look at the shiny objects and overlook the guts. Since I started from scratch about three weeks ago I've gone from not knowing what Class A/B/C meant to researching individual manufacturers and models and common problems. I've watched hours of youtube videos to learn basics and model reviews. That being said, beyond looking for things like water damage, obvious wear and tear, generator hours, tire year, what other issues should I be looking for? Should I just rely on an RV mechanic once I believe I've found the right RV? Using the VIN can I obtain maintenance records from the manufacturer or any other resource? Also am I allowed to flatly ask on these forums what is a quality manufacturer vs a cheapo? I have a pretty good feel based upon pricing and the used market but just thought I'd throw it out there.