Vehicle prep

[Hamradioop]

buying a motorhome Check the van for dampness. This indicates a moist condition with no visible water at the surface causing the floor and walls to rot away. As a result the vehicle is left with holes, a bad smell and a minefield of potential health hazards. Once dampness sets in the walls and floors will never be the same again. They can be repaired, however unless carried out by a professional the outcome can result in bulging or discoloration. Dampness can reside all over the van so check everywhere. While the smell is a major tell-tale, look out for bumps on panels, stains or mould. Springy floors, discolouration and foot mats around the door can be a giveaway. Damp testers are available from most camping retailers and minimize the risk of damp when buying a motorhome.

Apart from dampness interior checks should assess carpets, cupboards, handles and upholstery. Be aware of any personalization, this is generally a cover up for something.

[mallie99]

buying a motorhome Check the van for dampness. This indicates a moist condition with no visible water at the surface causing the floor and walls to rot away. As a result the vehicle is left with holes, a bad smell and a minefield of potential health hazards. Once dampness sets in the walls and floors will never be the same again. They can be repaired, however unless carried out by a professional the outcome can result in bulging or discoloration. Dampness can reside all over the van so check everywhere. While the smell is a major tell-tale, look out for bumps on panels, stains or mould. Springy floors, discolouration and foot mats around the door can be a giveaway. Damp testers are available from most camping retailers and minimize the risk of damp when buying a motorhome.

Apart from dampness interior checks should assess carpets, cupboards, handles and upholstery. Be aware of any personalization, this is generally a cover up for something.

Thanks for that, some good advice.. Is this from personal experience?

[snelo85]

Edit: removed rant as I don't want telling off

was it something i said?

[snelo85]

buying a motorhome Check the van for dampness. This indicates a moist condition with no visible water at the surface causing the floor and walls to rot away. As a result the vehicle is left with holes, a bad smell and a minefield of potential health hazards. Once dampness sets in the walls and floors will never be the same again. They can be repaired, however unless carried out by a professional the outcome can result in bulging or discoloration. Dampness can reside all over the van so check everywhere. While the smell is a major tell-tale, look out for bumps on panels, stains or mould. Springy floors, discolouration and foot mats around the door can be a giveaway. Damp testers are available from most camping retailers and minimize the risk of damp when buying a motorhome.

Apart from dampness interior checks should assess carpets, cupboards, handles and upholstery. Be aware of any personalization, this is generally a cover up for something.

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[Steveo82]

Edit: removed rant as I don't want telling off

was it something i said?

No I was just in the wrong mood.

[Yorkshire Andy]

Also watch the plated weight vs the actual unladen weight many are close to the limits before you load them...

[preppingsu]

Edit: removed rant as I don't want telling off

[unsure]

if your thinking landrover , then think discovery or range rover .
200`s or 300` tdi`s will both run on veg oil , new or used ,so long as its filtered .
both are fairly cheap and a hell of a lot more comfy than a defender .

campers are quit expensive for what they are , but you can use them for a family holidays but not very practical for day to day use .

[KrisWard]

if your thinking landrover , then think discovery or range rover .
200`s or 300` tdi`s will both run on veg oil , new or used ,so long as its filtered .
both are fairly cheap and a hell of a lot more comfy than a defender .

campers are quit expensive for what they are , but you can use them for a family holidays but not very practical for day to day use .

Spot on Sir! Also a note in a SHTF situation your not going to be alone on the roads, there will be thousands of like minded people, making things increasingly difficult to travel any where. Which is why I deprnding upon the circumstances opt to Bug in as plan a, plan b and c only happen should I need to evacuate; hopefully by the time I am having to, the congestion issue has at least past.

[Hamradioop]

buying a motorhome Check the van for dampness. This indicates a moist condition with no visible water at the surface causing the floor and walls to rot away. As a result the vehicle is left with holes, a bad smell and a minefield of potential health hazards. Once dampness sets in the walls and floors will never be the same again. They can be repaired, however unless carried out by a professional the outcome can result in bulging or discoloration. Dampness can reside all over the van so check everywhere. While the smell is a major tell-tale, look out for bumps on panels, stains or mould. Springy floors, discolouration and foot mats around the door can be a giveaway. Damp testers are available from most camping retailers and minimize the risk of damp when buying a motorhome.

Apart from dampness interior checks should assess carpets, cupboards, handles and upholstery. Be aware of any personalization, this is generally a cover up for something.

Thanks for that, some good advice.. Is this from personal experience?

Yes, if possible ask for any recent habitation checks paperwork.