"Experienced RVers" Bought an RV With WATER DAMAGE 💦

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We venture up to New Jersey to buy a truck camper! We did a video walkthrough with a salesman before making the trip and everything looked great. However, once we arrived and started conducting our PDI (pre-delivery inspection), we found water damage. In this video, we share what we look for when doing a PDI and why we still opted to buy an RV with water damage!
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[@jenfugit7801]

As always, so much great information. Carmen is wondering how she is going to get onto the bed! LOL I really can't say enough about how much I respect you both for your decision to not do a video when you checked out the first camper that you didn't care for. So many feel they have 100% rights to video and share on the internet whatever they come across, without a thought to it. You both continue to be honest and respectful, while also being informative and influential. I will continue to follow your journey!

[@CardelliFamof8]

I agree Carmen is looking for her bed. 😅

[@maxwood192]

Water damage causing delamination. It is a major problem on all RV'S. You have to always be aware and always do repairs before it becomes an issue. Slide outs are an area you should inspect often. I have had major delamination problems on two of my RV'S caused by product failure from the assembly line. Now I have a steel body van type motorhome. IT will not delaminate but might rust away. Most RV owners become good at fixing things, because every thing has it's set of problems. Enjoy your new camper and remember to carry a tool box with you.

[@MortonsontheMove]

Awesome! Welcome to the truck camper life. Can't wait to see your renovation.

[@donnaschindlbeck7457]

Congratulations! This is going to be so fun to watch you two on this new journey!

[@larryanderson2602]

Congrats on the new to you Lance camper. I purchased a 2004 Lance back in 2011 from the original owner and have no regrets since. I am old school and just believe campers built back in the early 2000's weren't slapped together as they are now. I think your renovations will prove me right.

[@bonnieb1952]

Congratulations on your new rig! I can’t wait to see how you make it your own! I’m so happy you are back to vlogging! It seems like you, the Mortons, Brady’s & Freedom theory all stopped at the same time & I felt like I lost my kids🤪🤣!

[@loragunning5394]

I remember when you both started out way back when and how nervous Rae was about the whole full-time RV concept. With both of you both coming off M-F 9-5 high stress jobs and jumping right into the big rig Solitude, it was such a huge jump for both of you to make. I've really enjoyed watching you both grow into the full-time RV lifestyle, especially seeing Rae slowly grow more relaxed and comfortable, and now it's really exciting to me to see you both so excited to downsize even further and tackle a reno project. It'll be interesting to see what design choices you make and repair issues to overcome along the way as you create your new home. Be certain I'll be watching every video! Stay safe out there!

[@jiml40]

Congratulations, we liked our first Lance 1181 that we got another one after the first one was totaled out after being blown over by the wind.

[@amyjones5584]

Congratulations !!!! So excited for you both and your new adventure and can't wait to see the reno . Stay well and travel safe .

[@chuckrock1561]

We are watching you pick up your new to you truck camper here in NJ and at the end you pull into Gleason. My wife and I said we know exactly where that is ! We my have passed you and never knew it. Best of wishes for your new project.

[@cirrus820travelers9]

Welcome to truck camper travels! We love our's. If you remove camper off truck remember to bring tag too. I cheat - laminate & color photo copy original to mount on camper.

[@shekharmoona544]

Livn lite has a truck camper with no wood built into it. They were bought out. However they still have great quality used campers available still.

[@gratefuldude7511]

Look forward to watching the renovation and see what the actual hidden damage might be. Also interested in your truck and the changes you make. You should both become certified RV inspectors to make extra money and content for those crazy damages you might find as an inspector(s). Now you can camp outside your favorite Big Orange or Blue for the renovation

[@kellonwheelz_66]

Congrats and how fun! I'm so happy you guys are back and I'm looking forward to the renovations. I wish I could take you guys with me when I begin my used RV search but since I can't, I'll just reference your vlogs as I go. 😉

[@sherriweber7105]

Glad you found the right camper truck that you really love. Carmen looks like she loves it. She looked like she was looking for a place to lay down. Can’t wait until you show your camper as you do the renovating. I would love to see that. Hope you had a great Labor Day weekend and great week and hope you have a great weekend.

[@debmarie55]

Oooo, can't wait to see the renovation!

[@nathanurick8320]

We just spent 3 weeks in Colorado without our solitude and what I discovered was I would love to have a truck camper for those sorta places. A truck campers just opens up so many more options for you. Don’t get me wrong I love my solitude but it would have been a little painful and very stressful pulling.

[@AB-so3jv]

congrats!!!!! it was so nice to see Carmen, so cute!!!!!

[@stephenbrothers9185]

welcome to the truck camper world! We have a 2021 arctic fox 811 and love it. We'd loved to have had a bigger rig but I have a shortbed truck (ram dually megacab) and didn't want to give up the extra cab space for the few weeks a year we're in our camper. Overall we love it as well, we can tow modest trailers, carry our bikes with us easily, fit into most normal spots and go offroad to places we'd never take a trailer. It's a great option and I look forward to seeing your travels and how you all like it!

[@LoudRam]

Congrats on your new rig. Crossroads is a decent dealership. We've bought our last three travel trailers from them. The first two had the typical new trailer issues. This dealership stood behind what they sold and took care of us. That's why we came back again for the third. Again congrats and Happy Camping.

[@williamcunningham1586]

Just spent 2 months in Alaska, so many truck campers on the road! I think Canada and Alaska utilize them a lot

[@jenfugit7801]

I grew up in AK and agree with your assessment. Now as an adult living elsewhere and owning a Class C, I'm wondering why. LOL

[@franky-11636]

So exciting! looking forward to the new adventure and of course the renos!! ...I'm French so I thought I would help out with the pronunciation of "laissez faire" sounds like "less hay" + "fair".

[@hughtruex]

Really looking forward to future videos!!!!

[@robv4053]

Not only am I laughing because I'm pretty sure I recognize where you purchased your new-to-you Cramper because I was born/raised/still have family in Jersey, but also because the Yuengling mango beer is brewed just a few miles from our home and I pass by multiple times a week! I'm betting you're planning an Alaska trip... We too would like a Cramper for certain trips on our list, and will hedge bets more nice, gently used units will appear in the next couple years since it will supplement, not replace, our 5er. Like you, I believe you found a great used Cramper to make your own! Looking forward to seeing what you do to it and the RAM to bear it. Best of luck on this new chapter of your journey!

[@margaretjaquez8875]

Great to see you guys on camera! Congratulations on the new rig.

[@sandrablount8665]

Welcome to the Lance Truck Camper family!!! You’ll love it!! We are currently selling our 41’ Montana. We’ve decide truck camping is the way to go (for us).

[@Tryke_Ryder]

I paid an NRVIA certified inspector look at the 5th wheel I bought in another state. Best money I’ve ever spent!!!

[@pamlevi7017]

So excited for you guys!

[@brentfrench752]

Congrats! A Lance is one of the best brands out there, or they used to be anyway. You should look at the new campers out there for inspiration. The interiors are beautiful. Having a slide in a camper is really nice. Enjoy the restoration!

[@TheTruckerlyn]

Just cerious what happened to the 5th wheel iv been away for awhile. Love your videos

[@2RR]

So glad you two are back and are okay. Gotta admit, my mom radar was alerted during your last few videos before you stepped away. Could tell something was wrong. But, watched your comeback video and now this and it all makes sense and you are awesome. All the best on your reno. Can't wait to see the results. Take care!

[@charlesflibby]

Love your hat Rae!

[@jmasury6265]

Congrats. I grew up camping in a 1960s truck camper. They've sure come a long way. That's already a better layout then what I'm used to. Look forward to seeing you make it your own.

[@bobmakow55]

I bought a 2021 RAM Dually and was disappointed realizing the payload wasn't enough for most newer truck campers. Our neighborhood doesn't allow 3500 and larger unless you can fit it in the garage. I got the 3500 in the garage but I believe a 4500 would be too tall. Looks like someone's been talking with the Morton's. Looking forward to future content.

[@jplutchak44]

Look forward to seeing what you do…and Jason, thanks for Russell Wilson…Let’s Ride!!!

[@rickmorgan6514]

Glad to see y'all are back.

[@lorih4392]

Can't wait to see how different you will travel. Thanks for sharing.

[@Sea-Shed]

So happy to see your faces again. Looking forward to your new adventure. Still waiting for you to come to Galveston. 😊

[@Type1Detour]

Great tip on PDI and taking notes and using to negotiate. We ended up with a $300 gift card to the dealership parts store because of some issues we found during our PDI.

[@lostbeerman]

We had the same model 2009 loved it had two different lances both of them we had trouble with condensation no leaks in the corners when it was cold water would condensate so much it would cause wood rot

[@CaliforniaRocks2025]

My only question is from a 5th wheel to a truck camper. Hum been watching you guys for years. I’m a truck camper guy here in So. Cal. Truck camper is a different world less space but movability in travel. This is getting more Interesting to me. Welcome back by the way I’m gearing up for Alaska truck camper trip.

[@adiedri38]

Great to see you back and happy

[@darrylt5300]

I have had 7 different Truck Campers before I went to towable and 5th wheel and my best and favorite was the Lance 11 foot 1992 no slides but LP generator.

[@mikerothschiller7128]

Looking forward to you guys ripping that apart and putting it back together. What a change in size.

[@thecraftyvoyager1232]

We recently got a new camper after full timing for the past 3 years in one camper. When we looked at it the first time we told the guy we weren’t new to RVs and sat pickup we went over the trailer with a fine tooth comb. He seemed very annoyed that we were opening every drawer, testing the switches and outlets, all the stuff you mentioned etc. he actually left us at one point then came back to see if we were done 🙄 we found a handful of issue that were supposed to be fixed but we had driven a total of 8 hours and already paid them so we weren’t going home without it (and made them fix some things but how frustrating it was!

[@bobconner422]

Awesome so glad you guys are back !

[@Travel8477]

Another thing to know is i have a 2006 class c and I left it parked in Las Vegas over the summer and the Sun melted the glue in the siding so it bubbled the siding like a leak would do. It also melted the glue in my car molding so it fell off and left glue on door jam’s

[@lorraineanderson149]

Congrats, looking forward to watching the renovations.

[@kimp2678]

We look forward to seeing what your renovations will be. Congratulations on the new purchase. It looks like the water damage is minimal? Good luck!

[@n1joh1]

Hi scott here. I had a coachmen truck camper before my other campers. Just be careful with the side door. My camper was 12 feet long so it hung over the back of the truck by over 4 feet. Mine the door frame started to crack on the outside. Don t think it will happen to you. Just think of putting something to help sopport the weight. (Peice of metal or wood to help sopport the weight. How long is your slide in camper.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Looks like a fun project. I haven't had slides on any of my rigs since I see people have issues with them. Looking forward to the renovation...maybe it will change my mind on slides. You are off to a good start.

[@jim87vette]

I enjoyed my cabover so easy to maneuver. Now cross winds were fun lol. Been thinking about getting another one .

[@paulvonauth7254]

you overlooked the two most critical items, the "decals/stickers" on the rear of your new RV. He was military it would appear with the "ARMY" decal, as well as the Snap-On decal, which are/were considered the best "tools" for years, so might have been a car guy, always a major plus!

[@bchboy1206]

Awesome looking RV and pretty spacious considering. I would prefer that over most vans. I am looking forward to seeing the renovation! Good luck guys!

[@CardelliFamof8]

Looks like a fun project thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@jimfrazer5428]

So happy for you guys. Did all this with our Newmar. Enjoy

[@jolenecreech7648]

Great camper! So glad Carmen approved! 🥰. You guys seem really happy. Hope you enjoy your new “home”.

[@StevenPendleton]

I had a Lance camper for 15 years and we drove over 100,000 miles with it. But one day there was strong side winds and it literally ripped the tie downs out of the camper and it flipped over on its side but stayed in the pickup bed! A nice motorcycle guy stopped and we literally pushed back upright in the bed! And then trying to drive it unsecured off the highway is another story. But just a warning I would never ever drive thru strong side winds with a camper. By the way it not only ruined the camper but also twisted the whole bed of the truck!

[@shawnlynch1930]

Nice to see you guys again, especially Carmen.

[@sherrithornton3073]

I am excited to see the renovation! Love you three!

[@stephenpolos1689]

Good video 😀 but hard to believe you went from a fifth wheel to a smaller truck camper but can't wait for the transformation but have a good day 😃

[@firestormsafety]

NO. WAY. You two bought your Lance just 15 minutes away from me?!? And Carmen 🐕❤️ drove right past on US 40 on your way to pizzeria & Gleeson's Liquors & TT Lake & Shore! It was cool for me watching & picking out the Jersey landmarks! Congratulations! Wishing you all the best on your new mission & adventures! Now when you hear the lyrics "sprung from cages on Highway 9, chrome-wheeled, fuel-injected & steppin' out over the line" in Bruce Springsteen's song Born To Run, you can say, "hey, we were sprung from the TT off US 9 after we spent the first night in our Lance truck 'cramper'..." Bruce is from Freehold NJ, also on Route 9! Haha! -Jeff Balogh, '21 GD Solitude 380FL-R (that you showcased on KZbin & sold me on!), wish they treated us BOTH better after they got what they wanted... 😏😉

[@michaelleyrer8872]

Not far from us too. However, we have had horrible experiences at Cross Roads.

[@standingmannequin7911]

Awesome! Looking forward to more of your adventures and learning more. Especially cool since I'm watching this video in my truck camper.

[@jenniferv5191]

So exciting!!!! Congratulations!!!!

[@roxyo7323]

Great choice with the TC, we love ours, can't wait to see what you do with it.

[@rickmorris588]

This is going to be good. I will be following along.

[@The.Rosco.Mothership]

Amazing as always! So very excited to see you guys are back with a new adventure, we missed you! Love the new rig! And thanks so much for the information, that was awesome! Much love and big hugs!

[@alanradnai7702]

Camper looks in pretty good shape, look forward to seeing the renovations - best wishes Our 5th wheel is also a 2005

[@leannalaw9569]

Love the Seahawks hat! ❤️♥️❤️

[@cherylsalka4185]

We love our LANCE!! YOU CAN GO SOOOOO MANY PLACES EASIER!! In n out of gas stations are #1❤️

[@marychristie6194]

Looks like fun -be following your new adventure 😃🇺🇸

[@exploringcoasttocoast0203]

Cool. Can't wait to see your new adventures. We watch all your videos and when we're in a town you've been to we check out the breweries you visited and we met you in Tampa. Just saying we look forward to hearing what you're up to.

[@leslierogers4536]

Congrats! You guys.

[@smiller6238]

Love ya'lls adventure. Thanks.

[@brendahill9675]

Yep I get the other peoples dirt. No thanks. And congratulations on the new camper. 🎉😊

[@ThinBlueLaneRVLife]

Hey guys! Nancy and I came by to check out your latest creation. We are in Texas at the moment.

[@stevie7326]

Congrats ! enjoy your new camper !

[@omahaomaha8694]

Great video guys I’m happy for you both and excited to see your new adventures 👍👍

[@darrylt5300]

You needed to teach your dog how to smell for mold and water damage LOL

[@denniscaling1796]

Good job guys..!!

[@bigdanc.8429]

Ii remember when you first started rving and you both looked like fish out of water when doing maintenance and repairs. You've come a long way.

[@denniscaling1796]

Stop by I’m in West Virginia 60 miles outside of Washington DC. Harpers Ferry.

[@lawrencebest9943]

Congratulations what does that thing weigh

[@jerrydaminato743]

Lance has a good reputation.

[@victoriarash5011]

My boyfriend text you yesterday. He said sent you message about your truck camper. His name is Scott.

[@agingacademy]

Love this more realistic living!!

[@scottsmith5899]

Your back ! woo hoo

[@Modfrkt_75]

You've got me imaging living full time in one of these 🤔

[@BigFireDave]

The truck did seem to be squatting pretty good. Do you have o going to get air bags for helper springs???

[@jimfrazer5428]

Awesome

[@rbradley329]

Join “Lance Owners Group” easy way to look up info on your Lance truck camper. A lot of user mods, tips & tricks to figure out your camper specifics. We got sold out toy hauler and bought a 1172 in 2019, haven’t looked back since.

[@n1uno1965]

Nice camper!

[@keiths1088]

You should take the truck with the camper on it to a cat scale to get your weight to state with good luck .

[@TMegelhoff]

Hi from Washington state 😀

[@MX-CO]

What happened to your other camper?

[@MX-CO]

Never mind I see that you sold it

[@darbowma]

Wow from 5th wheel to truck camper.

[@manatee419]

You should have asked your dad your dad knows it all no one else doesn't know anything.

[@scottfranson4215]

Can you get a Wholesale Warranties with this New /Used one and Did they Provide all paper work instructions . I would think when they seen your Two Channels Sales personnel would inspect it very though -all. I like the sky light you can let the Drone out and Up with out going out. As always will be watching for all the cool stuff.

[@scottfranson4215]

70.3K subscribers

[@sandys2672]

Bella lied cuz she luvs u, (and she smelled pizza). She wants her sofa back.

[@oldfieldslife6700]

Welcome to the truck cramper world !!! We have a 2018 and love it !!! So versatile and easy to move about …. Water damage is a given for sure even when you take great care of a rig …. Our markets light on the front nose we’re our culprits … even after sealing many times …. Can’t wait to see your new journey !!! We are a small channel …. Frayedknottv !! Check us out !