General Advice on a Purchase
Hi, All-
I'm going to look at a 1989 Hi-Lo 24' this weekend and I wondered if someone could tell me what I need to be careful of with Hi-Los. I know the typical appliances/leaks/tires stuff from having a standard TT, but I'm really nervous about the hydraulics and cable system. Is there any way to check if they have been maintained? What happens when the cables fail? How difficult are they to replace? Does a trailer of this age have a manual override if the hydraulics fail? My wife is scared that it could fail when we are in the unit, is that possible? Any advice is appreciated as I really like the benefits of the Hi-Lo over a standard TT, but have no clue what I'm doing with the mechanism... Also, what would be a fair price in your opinion for this trailer if it has been well maintained? I'm located in IL if that makes a difference. Thanks! |
This was taken from NDgent's post here on the forum. It is a great go-by list. You can do a search of thinking about buying and find his post to read it first hand.
Basically, start with the visual items – 1. Exterior • Look for water stains and discoloration on inside walls and around ceiling anywhere vents, skylights, windows, etc. exist. • Push and prod with your hand on the inside walls for soft spots (which could indicate a water leak and a damaged or rotten interior wall). • Check for bubbles in the wallpaper (a sign of delimitation or water intrusion) 2. Interior cleanliness of the unit- • Look for water stains and discoloration on inside walls and around ceiling anywhere vents, skylights, windows, etc. exist. • Push and prod with your hand on the inside walls for soft spots (which could indicate a water leak and a damaged or rotten interior wall). • Check for bubbles in the wallpaper (a sign of delimitation or water intrusion) 3. Test appliance functions – • lights • fans • refrigerator • air conditioner • heater • water pump • range hood • stovetop • oven (if equipped) • microwave (if equipped) • stereo (if equipped) 4. Lift System- • Does the unit raise and lower properly • Check the lift system for hydraulic leaks (puddle under the trailer) • Check the lift cables to see if they are in good shape and not frayed • Check the seal between the upper and lower body halves for tears or damage 5. fill the tanks to the top and check for leaks 6. Battery 7. Solar Panel (if equipped) |
Possible HiLo purchase
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I Have a 90 Classic Hi-Lo and our seal is shot between the top and bottom on the outside. We place soft pipe wrap/noodle in the seal and take out before traveling. If one cable breaks it is best to replace all four cables and to replace the seal at the same time. Hopes this helps. Others please add you 2 cents worth. Take care Sam |
Illini,
RC referenced a great list created by NDgent. If you haven't already, I REALLY suggest you read the entire thread that generated that list. The thread has a lot of other suggestions for things to be aware of when checking out a second-hand Hi-Lo. The thread is titled: Thinking about buying and you can either use the "Search" function, or click on the following hotlink: https://www.hilotrailerforum.com/f15/...hinking+buying Have fun checking out that Hi-Lo! Jim |
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