My wife and I have pretty much made up our mind to buy our first motorhome (used). We?ve identified a tempting prospect: 1 owner, 22k original documented miles, overall nice condition, great price. No water damage, no musty smells, but ?\
It?s a 1986 model (Winnebago Chieftain 33), 454 Chevy, carbureted, Turbo 400 Trans
It?s been sitting since 2012 (or 2002 ? my wife and I disagree on the registration sticker).
Has a few problems that we know of: Fridge isn?t working, 6.5Kw generator turns over but won?t start, needs batteries, one of the two roof A/Cs not cooling.
These are reflected in the asking price.
We?re trying to anticipate what else is likely to need immediate attention in order to come up with an offer BEFORE spending the money for a professional inspection (which we absolutely will be doing). What we?ve come up with so far:
All engine belts, hoses, fluids. Probably a carb rebuild (dry internals, as well as replacing with parts compatible with today?s ethanol-laced fuels),
Transmission flush, filter, etc. Complete lube job,
Roof coating, caulking all around,
Tires look okay, no visible cracking, but will probably count on replacing them before any substantial trips,
Cassette radio has got to go 8^)
Anything else?
We have a pretty limited budget, and if we make a mistake, we?re going to end up with a big, expensive lawn ornament ?..
Thanks in advance; See ya on the road!
It?s a 1986 model (Winnebago Chieftain 33), 454 Chevy, carbureted, Turbo 400 Trans
It?s been sitting since 2012 (or 2002 ? my wife and I disagree on the registration sticker).
Has a few problems that we know of: Fridge isn?t working, 6.5Kw generator turns over but won?t start, needs batteries, one of the two roof A/Cs not cooling.
These are reflected in the asking price.
We?re trying to anticipate what else is likely to need immediate attention in order to come up with an offer BEFORE spending the money for a professional inspection (which we absolutely will be doing). What we?ve come up with so far:
All engine belts, hoses, fluids. Probably a carb rebuild (dry internals, as well as replacing with parts compatible with today?s ethanol-laced fuels),
Transmission flush, filter, etc. Complete lube job,
Roof coating, caulking all around,
Tires look okay, no visible cracking, but will probably count on replacing them before any substantial trips,
Cassette radio has got to go 8^)
Anything else?
We have a pretty limited budget, and if we make a mistake, we?re going to end up with a big, expensive lawn ornament ?..
Thanks in advance; See ya on the road!