More suggestions for a checklist:
Motorhome checklist
Exterior:
All locks on compartments work
Yes / No
Compartments have minimal interior rust (bottoms are solid)
Yes / No
Water fill door opens with key
Yes / No
Gas door opens freely
Yes / No
Exterior a/c outlet door opens freely
Yes / No
Tires match brand, size
Yes / No
Are there gobs of sealant on seams or over windows and door
Yes / No
All windows intact and made of glass
Yes / No
Are window screens intact
Yes / No
Is paint too far gone (will a buff and wax do it good?)
Yes / No
Spare tire?
Yes / No
Spare tire cover? (if applicable)
Yes / No
Water heater look ok?
Yes / No
Does the front grill/lights show any previous damage?
Yes / No
Rust where the steel end caps meet the aluminum skin?
Yes / No
(Argosy only)
Are there any dents or other damage that are visible?
Yes / No
Is the propane system functional?
Yes / No
Do the windshield wipers work properly?
Yes / No
Does the hydraulic leveling system work properly?
Yes / No
Interior:
Exterior door opens and closes properly and fits properly
Yes / No
Screen door is intact with latch slider in place
Yes / No
Generator starts and runs smoothly from inside
Yes / No
Generator can carry load of all AC units when running
Yes / No
Do roof AC units cool
Yes / No
Refer works (ammonia smell?)
Yes / No
Furnace(s) works
Yes / No
Cook top / oven works
Yes / No
Icemaker Works
Yes / No
Are the edges of the windshield fogged, if so how far in?
Yes / No
Is windshield cracked
Yes / No
Do drivers and passenger windows slide open & closed
Yes / No
Doors latch and open properly
Yes / No
All tambours are there and work freely in both directions (Up and down, left and right)
Yes / No
Floor feels solid throughout
Yes / No
Water pump and faucets work
Yes / No
Toilet works (holds water in bowl)
Yes / No
Bathroom counters cracked or dull
Yes / No
Shower pan cracked or dull
Yes / No
Shower door/curtain functional
Yes / No
How does it smell overall?
Good / Bad
Are the closet sizes satisfactory?
Yes / No
Can the bedroom cabinets be accessed when the bed is out
Yes / No
If present does the food processor work?
Yes / No
Are the food processor appliances present?
Yes / No
Does the Univolt function properly?
Yes / No
Does the auxiliary engine heater work? (under couch)
Yes / No
If CB radio is present does it work?
Yes / No
If dash radio is present does it work?
Yes / No
Does carpeting/flooring need to be replaced?
Yes / No
Do curtains need to be replaced?
Yes / No
If present does microwave work?
Yes / No
Does the status display board function properly?
Yes / No
Engine / suspension / steering:
Does it start easy?
Yes / No
Does it run smooth?
Yes / No
Are gauge readings in the normal range?
Yes / No
Do all of the gauges work?
Yes / No
Does the cruise control work?
Yes / No
Does the transmission shift smoothly?
Yes / No
Do the brakes feel good (no sponginess, etc.)?
Yes / No
Does the dash AC work?
Yes / No
Does the dash heater work?
Yes / No
Any obvious engine, transmission or rear end leaks?
Yes / No
Any signs of coolant leakage along the radiator seams?
Yes / No
Does the rear air bag suspension work properly?
Yes / No
Is the rear air suspension air compressor working?
Yes / No
Are the front air bags holding air (55 psi)?
Yes / No
Is there any slop in the steering?
(Inspect idler arms carefully)
Yes / No
Any blue or black smoke from exhaust?
Yes / No
Hope this helps!
Brad
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1974 20' Argosy Motor Home
1975 24' Argosy Motor Home
1974 31' Excella trailer (parting out, as of 4/1/2015 I have wheels & windows left to sell)
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