Amazing LD Longevity March 01, 2016, 09:33:01 am Yahoo Message Number: 159106How many 30 year old Class C RVs do you see still on the road in great shape?1985 Lazy Daze 22 , Hesperia CA - - RVtrader.comAs many have said, it is a testimony to a quality built product.Ed & Margee Proud Owners of a Quality Product
Re: Amazing LD Longevity Reply #1 – March 01, 2016, 03:58:55 pm Yahoo Message Number: 159115We saw a 1986 on Lake corpus christi state park TX a couple of weeks ago Art n Sandy 96 KalleAnka TK
Re: Amazing LD Longevity Reply #2 – March 01, 2016, 06:38:34 pm Yahoo Message Number: 159116Whoever owned it spent a ton of money on it, replacing most of what can be replaced. This is expected in a 30 year old vehicle.Without an inspection, the condition of the coach is unknown. Most of that age have some water damage unless meticulously maintained. The older LDs were much more prone to leaks. The most common spots being under the windows, especially the front, and around the front cap edges or seams. The switch to the molded, plastic front cap and the elimination of the front window, significantly reduced leaks . Better window sealants has helped a lot too. Though the years, LD has worked to better seal their coaches and removed most of the exterior plastic, which is prone to UV decay. Back in the 80's, they were still working on it.Even in good shape, it still only has the 350 V-8, with 165-HP and a three speed transmission (no overdrive). Too little for most towing and it has a carburetor, the last thing I want on any of my vehicles. The transmission appears to be the original, 122,000 miles is a good, long life for the Turbo 400.Larry Previous owner of a 1983 22' FL