GypsyQueen7 Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 I am interested in the attached 5th wheel, it's a 95 Nu-Wa Hitchhiker II, 27ft, for $7950, I'm going down to look at it tomorrow, if I can get off of work early enough, and it's still there...but I can't seem to find an inspectors in my area, so at the least I'll be bringing a moisture meter with me. On the photo it looks like the covering/paint on the ceiling is coming loose...can anyone tell if this might be caused by a leak? Or is it just normal wear and tear that can be easily repaired? Thanks in advance! Kirsten “And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.” ― Friedrich Nietzsche Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Greg Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 We have had the wall paper come loose in 2 small areas and ripple. Push your fingers against the ceiling to see if the wood behind the loose covering is solid, it should be. Greg Greg & Judy Bahnmiller Class of 2007 2014 F350 2007 HitchHiker Champagne Both sold 2/19, settled in Foley, AL after 12 years on the road http://bahnmilleradventure.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GypsyQueen7 Posted September 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Thanks Greg! “And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.” ― Friedrich Nietzsche Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theeyres Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 I'd be very wary. That's not wallpaper coming loose. It sure looks to me like it has gotten wet which means leaks. That looks fairly major. 2007 Arctic Fox 32.5 rls for full-timing, now sold. 2014 Sunnybrook Sunset Creek 267rl for the local campgrounds now that we are off the road2007 Silverado 2500 diesel Loving Green Valley, AZ (just South of Tucson) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp51443 Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 I'd bet on water and it is not an easy repair if that is the thin vinyl usually bonded to a luan base in an RV. That wet you will likely find debonding and possibly mold issues once you remove the ceiling paneling. First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief 62 Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 I would keep looking if I were you. That appears to be from a leak and if so then you may have considerable damage underneath the ceiling. Rotten wood, mold. Gary & Penny 2015 Lance 1172 2005 Chevy 3500 2013 Bass Tracker 190 Pro Team Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D&J Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 If it is from a leak I would suspect the TV antenna, easy to check for mold by taking the crank assembly apart and looking up into the ceiling. Denny Denny & Jami SKP#90175 Most Timing with Mac our Scottie, RIP Jasper our Westie 2013 F350 SC DRW 6.2 V8 4.30 Gears 2003 HH Premier 35FKTG Home Base Nebraska Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D&J Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 If it is from a leak I would suspect the TV antenna, easy to check for mold by taking the crank assembly apart and looking up into the ceiling. It could be something as simple as the boot that seals the coax missing or not sealed. Denny Denny & Jami SKP#90175 Most Timing with Mac our Scottie, RIP Jasper our Westie 2013 F350 SC DRW 6.2 V8 4.30 Gears 2003 HH Premier 35FKTG Home Base Nebraska Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whj469 Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Please be careful with used units that are priced low, that can mean that there are issues. Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GypsyQueen7 Posted September 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Okay, thanks all, I had a feeling it was too good to be true...I'll check it out, but have a feeling it won't be the "one." Thanks again!! “And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.” ― Friedrich Nietzsche Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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