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    Considering buying a solitude 379fl 2015

    Hello. Any advice on problems to look for or what to expect from an older model. We just sold our 2018 Imagine 2800BH and are thinking to purchase but are a bit apprehensive because we will be 3rd owner with no support from GD. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
    Ethan & Kathryn
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    2013 Ram 2500 HD 4X4 crow cab 6.7
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    2018 Imagine 2800 BH

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    My advice is to have a proper inspection done by an RV professional. That said...our 2015 379fl has been largely trouble free in 26,000+ miles of travel.

    Safe Travels.

    Jim
    Jim & Gwen
    2015 Solitude 379fl, VIN 573FS4324F1102454
    2011 F-350 SC, DRW, 6.7 PSD, Ride-Rite Air Bags, Pull-Rite 20.5 K
    "You can't get lost if you don't care where you're going"

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    We've only had our 379FL for a year. Cable/satellite/antenna prewiring is a crapshoot. No support from GD. Generic schematic in manual not even close. Original dealer just laughed & said it depends whether Tom, Dick, or Harry did the wiring on build day.

    Otherwise, nice layout. Still undecided.


    Doc & Sue

    2015 Solitude 379FL
    2012 Ram 3500 Cummins crew-cab dually

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    Pay your due diligence an take a pdi list with you. Go over everything carefully to find any issues that may be hiding.

    Our 14 has held up just fine with lots of use, so if the trailer checks out on why not?
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    Marcy & Gary
    2014 Grand Design - Reflection 303RLS
    2022 GMC 3500 Denali Duramax Longbed SRW
    2015 GMC Denali 3500 - Retired
    2003 F350 - retired
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    The good news is that most everything can be fixed. Some of the big ticket items to look over would be the roof, evidence of water damage, does the fridge work, suspension/axles/brakes/hubs, even tire wear, slides and slide seals, furnace, A/C, holding tanks and valves, and water heater.
    2021 Reflection 312 BHTS, Silverado 2500 Duramax

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    I would second the recommendation to find a certified RV technician or inspector and pay to have every inch of the unit gone over. A good inspector knows where to look for hidden water incursion and things that even a knowledgeable/experienced RVer may not. It would be cheap insurance and money well spent.

    Rob
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    2012 F350 DRW CC LB Lariat PS 6.7
    2020 Solitude 310GK-R, MORryde IS, disc brakes,
    Sailun LRG tires, solar, DP windows, W/D
    (Previously in a Reflection 337RLS)
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