Field Guide № 014

The RV
Inspection Report

A slow, careful walk-through — from roof seams to propane lines. Mark each item Good, Fair, or Poor, jot what you saw, and print the finished record for your records or the seller.

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Chapter 01

Exterior & Body

Walk the rig. Look for stress, water, and time.

01Roof membrane & seams
02Sidewall delamination
03Window seals & gaskets
04Door operation & seals
05Awning fabric & arms
06Slide-out seals & alignment
07Exterior storage compartments
08Exterior lighting
09Decals, paint & graphics
Chapter 02

Chassis & Running Gear

Under the coach — where miles tell the truth.

01Frame condition (rust, cracks)
02Tire tread, age & sidewalls
03Wheel bearings & lug torque
04Brakes (service & emergency)
05Suspension & shocks
06Hitch / fifth-wheel / king pin
07Leveling jacks / stabilizers
08Undercarriage shielding
Chapter 03

Engine & Drivetrain

Motorhomes only — skip for towables.

01Cold start & idle
02Fluid levels & condition
03Belts & hoses
04Exhaust & emissions
05Transmission shift quality
06Generator hours & operation
07Dashboard warning lights
Chapter 04

Interior & Living Area

Soft surfaces tell hard stories.

01Floor (soft spots, water staining)
02Walls & ceiling (stains, sag)
03Cabinets, drawers, latches
04Upholstery & dinette
05Bed slides & mattress
06Window coverings
07Odors (musty, fuel, propane)
Chapter 05

Plumbing & Water

Pressurize, fill, drain — verify every line.

01Fresh water tank & pump
02City water connection & regulator
03Water heater (gas & electric)
04Faucets, showers & drains
05Toilet operation & seal
06Grey & black tank valves
07Tank sensors & monitor panel
08Winterization bypass
Chapter 06

Electrical & Power

Shore, battery, solar, inverter — test each path.

01Shore power (30/50A)
02Converter / inverter operation
03House batteries & state of charge
04Solar panels & charge controller
0512V outlets & USB
06110V outlets (GFCI test)
07Interior lighting
08Breaker panel & fuses
Chapter 07

Appliances & HVAC

Run everything, in every mode.

01Refrigerator (gas / electric)
02Cooktop & oven
03Microwave
04Furnace operation
05Air conditioner(s)
06Vent fans & covers
07TV, antenna & entertainment
Chapter 08

Safety & Propane

Non-negotiables. Replace if uncertain.

01Smoke detector
02CO detector
03Propane / LP detector
04Fire extinguisher (charge & date)
05Egress windows
06Propane tanks, regulator & lines
07Seat belts (motorhomes)
08First aid kit
Closing notes

Inspector's Summary

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