Used camplite 16bhb advice

[campingco]

I new to the board and livin lite. Going this weekend to inspect and hopefully take ownership of a used 2013 16bhb. This will be my first livin lite and first tt. It will replace a small popup. Any advice as to what to look for while inspecting this model?
Thanks

[pinstriper]

I'll just riff on this in no particular order.

Function test everything. Every light switch, appliance, faucet. After running the water for a while into the drain, open the cabinet and check for leaks. Check under the trailer for leaks. Television ? Furnace, hot water heater. You don't need to get a full tank hot - you just want to know that it ignites, and that it turns off when you kill the switch. Water pump, of course. Don't let them get away with hiding a bad pump by having the water test only under city water connection. Does the toilet flush, with none of the little holes clogged up, and no leak at the pedal.

While you're at it, pay attention for any screws that have popped out, metal that has an unusual bend. Sealer missing from external joints. Sealant missing in the shower. Do the exhaust fans work, no holes in the screens ?

Inspect the tires for uneven wear. Normally you get under a trailer and look for any rust that is more than surface - you can't do that, here.

Do all the latches and locks work ? Windows open, close and secure ? Shades and screens up and down.

Problems identified will likely be minor to fix, but you should know about them.

What necessities are included ? Chocks ? You'll need chocks when you get it home. The awning rod ? The stab-jack crank ? How many sets of keys ? Water pressure regulator ?

Is there corrosion or looseness at the 7-way plug ? Check the safety chains for damage or rust - yes, they're steel. Retract the stab-jacks, then raise and lower the tongue with the tongue jack. You want to know the stab-jacks aren't loose to the frame. I wouldn't be concerned if they are a little tough to move, if that's due to the screw not being lubricated.

Check for damage to the sewer hose storage tube. Does the door secure and open easily - you want latex or nitrile gloves on for that.

Plan on buying a new sewer hose. You can inspect and replace what they give you before your first trip. Ditto the water supply hose.

Lift up the mattress, check for mold or signs of moisture. Any soft spots in the mattress ? Actually, forget that last. I'd be replacing, as they can harbor cooties. But check the thing out anyway, as if there's a leak in the trailer at that end, the mattress will know it.

[daplumbr]

There's a "sticky" thread on the forum that has lists of things to look for in a pre-purchase inspection. It's for new purchases, but may have some ideas for you. One of the posts later in the first page has things specific to Camplite. 

http://livinlite.proboards.com/thread/325/create-check-list-livinlite-campers

[dh50]

[quote source="/post/6378/thread" timestamp="1422807363" author="@pinstriper"]I'll just riff on this in no particular order.

Function test everything. Every light switch, appliance, faucet. After running the water for a while into the drain, open the cabinet and check for leaks. Check under the trailer for leaks. Television ? Furnace, hot water heater. You don't need to get a full tank hot - you just want to know that it ignites, and that it turns off when you kill the switch. Water pump, of course. Don't let them get away with hiding a bad pump by having the water test only under city water connection. Does the toilet flush, with none of the little holes clogged up, and no leak at the pedal.

While you're at it, pay attention for any screws that have popped out, metal that has an unusual bend. Sealer missing from external joints. Sealant missing in the shower. Do the exhaust fans work, no holes in the screens ?

Inspect the tires for uneven wear. Normally you get under a trailer and look for any rust that is more than surface - you can't do that, here.

Do all the latches and locks work ? Windows open, close and secure ? Shades and screens up and down.

Problems identified will likely be minor to fix, but you should know about them.

What necessities are included ? Chocks ? You'll need chocks when you get it home. The awning rod ? The stab-jack crank ? How many sets of keys ? Water pressure regulator ?

Is there corrosion or looseness at the 7-way plug ? Check the safety chains for damage or rust - yes, they're steel. Retract the stab-jacks, then raise and lower the tongue with the tongue jack. You want to know the stab-jacks aren't loose to the frame. I wouldn't be concerned if they are a little tough to move, if that's due to the screw not being lubricated.

Check for damage to the sewer hose storage tube. Does the door secure and open easily - you want latex or nitrile gloves on for that.

Plan on buying a new sewer hose. You can inspect and replace what they give you before your first trip. Ditto the water supply hose.

Lift up the mattress, check for mold or signs of moisture. Any soft spots in the mattress ? Actually, forget that last. I'd be replacing, as they can harbor cooties. But check the thing out anyway, as if there's a leak in the trailer at that end, the mattress will know it.
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[dh50]

[quote source="/post/6385/thread" timestamp="1422810803" author="@gwbushhog"][quote source="/post/6378/thread" timestamp="1422807363" author="@pinstriper"]
I'll just riff on this in no particular order.

Function test everything. Every light switch, appliance, faucet. After running the water for a while into the drain, open the cabinet and check for leaks. Check under the trailer for leaks. Television ? Furnace, hot water heater. You don't need to get a full tank hot - you just want to know that it ignites, and that it turns off when you kill the switch. Water pump, of course. Don't let them get away with hiding a bad pump by having the water test only under city water connection. Does the toilet flush, with none of the little holes clogged up, and no leak at the pedal.

While you're at it, pay attention for any screws that have popped out, metal that has an unusual bend. Sealer missing from external joints. Sealant missing in the shower. Do the exhaust fans work, no holes in the screens ?

Inspect the tires for uneven wear. Normally you get under a trailer and look for any rust that is more than surface - you can't do that, here.

Do all the latches and locks work ? Windows open, close and secure ? Shades and screens up and down.

Problems identified will likely be minor to fix, but you should know about them.

What necessities are included ? Chocks ? You'll need chocks when you get it home. The awning rod ? The stab-jack crank ? How many sets of keys ? Water pressure regulator ?

Is there corrosion or looseness at the 7-way plug ? Check the safety chains for damage or rust - yes, they're steel. Retract the stab-jacks, then raise and lower the tongue with the tongue jack. You want to know the stab-jacks aren't loose to the frame. I wouldn't be concerned if they are a little tough to move, if that's due to the screw not being lubricated.

Check for damage to the sewer hose storage tube. Does the door secure and open easily - you want latex or nitrile gloves on for that.

Plan on buying a new sewer hose. You can inspect and replace what they give you before your first trip. Ditto the water supply hose.

Lift up the mattress, check for mold or signs of moisture. Any soft spots in the mattress ? Actually, forget that last. I'd be replacing, as they can harbor cooties. But check the thing out anyway, as if there's a leak in the trailer at that end, the mattress will know it.


[font color="#2c6fbb"]What a blessing you are on this forum, PinStriper, really....the only thing I don't see in points made above is a tip you shared recently.  That is, after (or before?) all pre-purchase inspections, get the current owner to drag out their garden hose and drench that puppy down.  If they flinch, hmmm or haa, take note.  "Dogs don't like baths". [/font]  [/quote][/quote]

[joanne]

[quote source="/post/6382/thread" timestamp="1422808708" author="@sandroad"]There's a "sticky" thread on the forum that has lists of things to look for in a pre-purchase inspection. It's for new purchases, but may have some ideas for you. One of the posts later in the first page has things specific to Camplite. 

http://livinlite.proboards.com/thread/325/create-check-list-livinlite-campers
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Unique to LL's, would be to carefully inspect frame welds from the hitch back to the axles for centerline cracks. Aluminum welds are prone to fatigue cracks, and LL's are not immune.

[campingco]

Thanks for all the info.