Posted 2015-01-21 6:51 PM (#162333) Subject: what key things to look for when buying used LQ
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Posts: 12
Location: West Central, MN
Hi All, Direct me to the right link if this has been asked before and where I can find a good list. I am looking at getting my first LQ trailer....will be a new to me trailer. So what should I for sure look for in the LQ, (not must haves, I think I have a good list of what we need), but a list of things to checkout before we write the check to make sure everything is in working order. Or what do you wish you would have known to look for or glad you looked at before you bought yours. Would like to get a 6-8ft (no slide)with couch or table, kitchenette, bath/ shower, a/c with heat. Thanks!!!
Posted 2015-01-22 3:18 AM (#162334 - in reply to #162333) Subject: RE: what key things to look for when buying used LQ
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Posts: 690 Location: missouri
Look at overall condition. Closely check the floors in the stall area, under the pads.... Try to get a look under it at the frame. Make sure everything is in working order... be nice, but don't be shy about checking everything out... especially the electrical system, charging system (if with generator) and the batteries... be sure tires are good, and that they ARE trailer tires...(pref. 14 ply)... or bargain down so you can replace them. Usually, you may wish to replace the mattress. Look the fridge over carefully, see if it is two-way or three-way (AC/DC/LP)... Good luck!
Posted 2015-01-22 5:56 PM (#162345 - in reply to #162333) Subject: RE: what key things to look for when buying used LQ
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Posts: 1351 Location: Decatur, Texas
Major things to look for on the interior is check all around the ceiling for any dark spots which could be possible water damage and also check for fresh paint or stain. This is a tell, tell sign of covering up damage.
Posted 2015-01-22 7:04 PM (#162346 - in reply to #162333) Subject: RE: what key things to look for when buying used LQ
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Posts: 12
Location: West Central, MN
Thanks for the input! I feel like I know what to look for in a basic horse trailer when buying used. The LQ part I have never looked at before so want to make sure I know what to look at and red flags to be aware of.
Posted 2015-01-24 3:41 PM (#162367 - in reply to #162346) Subject: RE: what key things to look for when buying used LQ
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Posts: 34 Location: Spokane Wa
We looked for months...not sure what size you want but we found that the 10 ft. living quarters and being 8 ft. wide are very hard to find! We wanted the sink in bathroom and it seemed like a person had to go with the 10 ft. to get this. So if you want the extra sink and find a 8' wide x 10' living quarters don't horse around!!
Posted 2015-01-26 12:07 PM (#162381 - in reply to #162333) Subject: RE: what key things to look for when buying used LQ
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Posts: 560 Location: Mena, AR
My list of things to look for. Pocket door to the bathroom. Two sinks, LOTS of hanging space, enough cabinets for cooking pans and food,8 wide, fridge that automatically switches from propane to electric, electric plugs in convenient locations, china potty, convenient location for light switches, day/night shades. I like couch instead of dinette, ducted A/C, if not ducted, then a thermostat for the smaller trailers. A floor that easy to clean and keep clean. One key for all doors on the trailer. Easy access locations for the water pump, water tank, under sink plumbing and fuse box. Go with at least a 8 - 9 shortwall. Unless your a very nominal kind of person, that 6' is just too small. :-)
Posted 2015-01-27 7:39 AM (#162385 - in reply to #162333) Subject: RE: what key things to look for when buying used LQ
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Posts: 133 Location: NC
Its probably best to get a custom built trailer if you wan to get everything on your list, otherwise you may have to compromise a bit. finding the right trailer is a lot of hard work!
what key things to look for when buying used LQ
