The first thing we all do is check the age and condition of the tires. Since it is a 2002 it may have 2001 or older tires on it. That means they are posibly at the end of there safe life. The rule of thumb is 7 years is about the life of RV tires no matter how low the mileage is or how good the tread looks. They break both internally and crack (very fine cracks) externally. So right down the numbers on the tires and call or stop in at a store that sells them and have them look up the manufacture date. If they are 2001 or older replace them with Rv rated tires. Even if they are newer check closely for signs of fine cracks and uneven tread wear. Some times the uneven tread wear is caused by displaced or broken interior belts. Then from there obviously the brakes should be checked and if they are worn below the minimum specifications by law replaced. If they are rusted around the rotors and/or drums with hot spots they will need turning. Then if the calipers are dry or rusted they need silicone spray (don't get any on the drums or rotors)and the areas where the dics brake metal touches the caliper casement should be greased with brake (high temperature grease)careful again not to get any on the rotors. While this is done the wheel bearings should be checked for flat spots, after cleaning and if ok then re packed with wheel bearing grease. The chassis may need lubrication, (as some dealers just change oil and don't grease chassis). Then the hoses need to be checked and any leaks from engine or transmission checked. The mileage and service records,(if not known have the chassis maker dealer service department run the VIN number and sometimes they have a record of what they have done to it in the past) if indicated transmission filters and fluid may need replacement. Air filters, need to be replaced about every year or 5,000 miles to insure good asperation.
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Congrats jervan!!!! You have a great MH. The first thing I would do is if you can park at your house, move in and learn all the bells and whistles on the MH. That way when you take it out there will be no surprises. Oh, if you have any questions, just ask away. RV Net is got some great members who can help you out with any questions you may have. Wishing you and family the greatest of times. Your friend Houston
I would replace the tires if they are the originals, service the engine with fresh oil, filter and coolant, service the tranny and also service the generator.
Motorhomes suffer more from setting unused than with use. Run the generator for at least 30 minutes once a month with at least 1/2 load. Drive the motorhome at least 30 minutes once a month and give the engine and tranny time to come up to operating temperatures. Letting the engine idle or high idle for extended periods ddoes more harm than good. If you can't drive it once a month during the winter, put it to bed with a fresh change of oil, add a fuel stabilizer and fill the fuel tank.
Be sure to properly winterize the water system for winter storage and use up north.
Ken
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Vintage 1979 Silver Streak Supreme Rocket toted by a 2002 F350, crewcab dually, 7.3L,4.10 axle,SCMT. Travel with two miniature Schnauzers and one African Gray parrot. Practicing for retirement!
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