How Can I Save My Aging Toyota Sunrader Motorhome
Question: Hi Luise: I’m having some trouble with the wiring in my older, (1990), Toyota Sunrader motorhome. I love this vehicle. It has been like a member of my family. It is also getting a little rust. I hate letting it go. I have not found another vehicle like it. I know you had one that you loved, too. Do you have any suggestions? Should I fix it, or do you know of another vehicle that I would love as much? Thank you, Martha
Answer: Dear Martha: Yes, we can sure love the old and the familiar, can’t we? I always give my RVs a name and get kidded about it. But they actually became dear, dear friends to me.
When you own an aging RV you either need a lot of luck, inside storage or an on-site handyman. All three would be great! It sounds like you are not going to be able to skate by on luck since you already see definite signs of aging. And I’m sure the rust comes from not having inside storage. So…do you have someone who can redo your wiring and fight the good fight with rust for free? I have found it totally impractical to hire on-going maintenance for an old RV, unless you have unlimited funds. If you do, go for it!
Another thing you might do is to replace it with a similar model that has had the benefit of inside storage. Look on the web, and see what’s out there. Any 1990 Toyota Sunraders in cherry condition? Can you afford one? If so, you will have to create inside storage from now on. It just goes with the territory when you have a geriatric RV.
I agree with you that certain rigs just fit. My 1971 Argosy Airstream is my “baby”. I keep it in the Port Susan Camping Club and I love using it there. It’s my own, personal retreat. When I was on the road, it was my Toyota Sunrader motorhome. Some marriages, (and purchases), are made in heaven! Blessings, Luise
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