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Hello Toyota RV enthusiasts! I'm posting here as I await a test drive and mechanic's inspection of a 1985 Sunrader I am hoping to buy. I would greatly appreciate any info you can share regarding the rear axle issues related to this model. Based on my research it seems some Sunrader RVs have serious issues, depending on the year, 1/2 ton vs 1 ton axle, and other factors. It would appear that Sunraders with 1/2 ton rear axles and floating duallys with only 5 lug nuts are the culprits: so should I therefore only consider a Sunrader that has dually tires with 6 lug nuts on the 1 ton axle? I'm nervous due to my general ignorance of all things RV, the history of rear axle problems with mini motor homes, and because my current van's rear axle broke in 2016, WHILE I WAS DRIVING! I was living in it at the time as well, 2500 miles away from my home base. It took a lot of time and $$$ to fix (ultimately the entire rear end had to be replaced). That is an experience I would rather not repeat! I currently have a '79 Ford Econoline van. The engine has blown and I've decided to retire her and invest in a small class RV, swapping the van reno dream for the very practical desire of standing up inside my space, having a toilet, kitchen and shower. I am ready for an RV; sad to retire my van yet forever grateful for the many months and 25,000+ miles of van living for showing me how gorgeous life is when the whole world is my backyard! And with a Toyota RV, I plan to continue exploring. I started researching Class C RVs when the death of the van became imminent. I thought I wanted a "Minnie Winnie", then fixated on Toyota Dolphins for a while, then had the ultimate epiphany, realizing the Sunrader is perfect for me. I've been reading posts from this forum and decided to reach out for some advice. ANY tips on things to be wary of/mindful for when shopping for a Sunrader, beyond the axle stuff, any general [small Toyota] RV buyer tips, and any full time RV living tips would all be helpful and greatly appreciated by this RV newbie. Thanks for reading and thanks for this awesome forum!! - RoadtripRachel
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