Retroben

1990 Sunrader. Picking her up tomorrow. Clean machine, paid more than my budget but does seem ready to go. Grass Valley, CA

Mold is visible, lots of it, no maybes about it.

Has anyone seen a double-axle 1980 Dolphin? I drove this one yesterday. Drivetrain seemed good but the suspension seems shot. By the time the owner met us it was almost dark, so I couldn't see too well underneath. Looks like a trailer suspension though. Drove like a nervous elephant. http://sacramento.craigslist.org/rvs/4940550703.html Then there's this: http://goldcountry.craigslist.org/rvd/4909368033.html I'm leaning toward this unit now that I've had a chance to see what's out there for the money. His asking price is a bit on the high side for my budget but probably not out of the question if he'll bargain a little, and the unit is clean, which I'm finding is an exception rather than the rule. There was a low-mileage 4-cyl 22RE 1985 Sunrader unit for $6K not too far from here, but it is so moldy inside it would take some serious ripping out of veneer and probably insulation to get it clean.

Thank you. I'm hip on the tires - I restore old Honda motorcycles and often people actually advertise a 1970's bike with "original tires, ready to ride". Yeah right -- exactly one ride you'll get. Immediately followed by a ride in a vehicle with flashing lights. Seven years is the max I'd feel comfortable with on tires regardless of remaining tread, and that's pushing it. Otherwise, I'd really rather not get into a project that will require work right away just to roll down the road safely and stay dry inside. Most of the owners of these I've talked to have said they have maintenance records and the vehicles are mechanically sound and recently smogged. I am not afraid of old Toyotas, love them as a matter of fact and have the tools and knowledge to do maintenance and most engine-in repairs. As for color schemes, my girlfriend's an artist, we'll figure something out :-) Thanks again, I might be posting with more questions and eventually with pictures of my new rig! Ben Cleveland, OH Grass Valley, CA And points beyond.

Hey everyone- I'm in the market for a Toyota Motorhome. Here are links to the units I'm considering. The first one is in Phoenix, which is a long way out of my way, but seems like it might be worth the trip, or...too good to be true. The rest are all priced in the same ballpark , and all close to where I hope to be starting a year on the road with my significant other. http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/rvs/4874763953.html http://sacramento.craigslist.org/rvs/4910468175.html http://sacramento.craigslist.org/rvs/4909425806.html http://chico.craigslist.org/rvs/4900429518.html http://chico.craigslist.org/rvs/4857205717.html Opinions are what I'm here for! Thanks, Ben