What to look for?

[Markus Meyer]

As I've been on the hunt for a bit, here are some of the major systems I pay attention to that can cost big $$$:



1) drivetrain - engine and/or trans can be 5 figures to replace

2) self leveling system - if not working, can be cheap to fix or quite expensive

3) heating system - if something like Aqua Hot is there but not working, can cost upper 4 figures to low 5 figures to replace (worst case)

4) cooling system - if multiple air conditioners and original, they may need replacing at some point in the near future and cost a few thousand each

5) if refrigerator is original, probably not going to last a whole lot longer and will cost 4 figures

6) air system - I'd look to see that this is working correctly

7) if tires are older or look dry rotted - I'd count on replacing them all



Good luck!

Markus

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To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
From: gerard@...
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 18:38:20 +0000
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] What to look for?

I have been a member of this site for around 2 years. I think I have found a coach (1986 PT36) that will meet my needs and budget. I will be traveling from San Francisco to St. Louis the weekend of the 29th to view the coach. I have printed a check list off of the vintage bird site to help me inspect the coach.

Can anyone let me know of any major components that I should check out that can possibly be a deal breaker on a 1986 coach?

Thanks for your help,

Gerard Kocher
2003 30' Airstream Travel Trailer
San Francisco, CA

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