Any Sage PDI Advice? (Pick up our 22MLE on May 4)

**ATCDave** · 04-26-2021, 06:49 PM

Originally Posted by Fsalmy

One suggestion is hiring a NRVIA certified inspector. That way, you can concentrate on learning about your rv rather than trying to do both. I did our PDI and had an extensive check list, but still missed things like no grease in the wet bolts, a torn slide seal on top corner, etc.

Hmmmm, interesting idea. I looked up the NRVIA website, and unfortunately the nearest certified inspector is 3 states away.
Heh, at least I know that there are no wet bolts in the XLS 22MLE suspension, so that's one thing I won't miss. (Plan to upgrade those at some point)

-Dave

**Fsalmy** · 04-26-2021, 06:59 PM

Originally Posted by ATCDave

Hmmmm, interesting idea. I looked up the NRVIA website, and unfortunately the nearest certified inspector is 3 states away.
Heh, at least I know that there are no wet bolts in the XLS 22MLE suspension, so that's one thing I won't miss. (Plan to upgrade those at some point)

-Dave

Give these folks a call: https://deangelogodbeyenterprises.com/services/

A couple of reviews from people in NH, so might be worth contacting.

**ATCDave** · 04-26-2021, 07:38 PM

Originally Posted by Fsalmy

Give these folks a call: https://deangelogodbeyenterprises.com/services/

A couple of reviews from people in NH, so might be worth contacting.

Cool, thanks for the link. I'm going to call them tomorrow.

-Dave

**jmerria2** · 05-10-2021, 01:54 PM

HI Dave...did you ever reach out to this company? Please be weary of their abilities. I paid them last year to do an inspection and it seemed to go well until I actually got it to a dealer who then said it need $10k plus of work done. When I signed the contract (May 2020), their corporation wasn't even real (I found out later - they registered it in Oct 2020) and they made me pay them in cash. Be very cautious in using them. I can send you all the info of my plight if you're so inclined. - Jon

**attaboy** · 05-10-2021, 02:10 PM

Originally Posted by ATCDave

Hello folks,

Well, our XLS 22 MLE came in to the dealer yesterday after about a 31/2 month wait. We took a quick look - our Pom Skyler approves! Anyway, the dealer is down the tubes busy, so the prep and PDI will have to wait until May 4.
Do any GD veterans have any sage advice going into the PDI? I've already found a glitch in the cursory look yesterday - a missing black tank T-handle, nothing big I know.

Looking forward to out first trip in mid-May with our new TT!

-Dave

Assume that nothing works correctly and check everything.
Bob A.

**ATCDave** · 05-10-2021, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by jmerria2

HI Dave...did you ever reach out to this company? Please be weary of their abilities. I paid them last year to do an inspection and it seemed to go well until I actually got it to a dealer who then said it need $10k plus of work done. When I signed the contract (May 2020), their corporation wasn't even real (I found out later - they registered it in Oct 2020) and they made me pay them in cash. Be very cautious in using them. I can send you all the info of my plight if you're so inclined. - Jon

Hiya Jon,

I actually just found a pretty extensive PDI checklist online and did it myself. I was there 6 or 7 hours, but it was a great way to get to know my new trailer.

Everything looked great except for one issue: a bad grey tank valve that caused a small leak whenever there was any water in the grey tank. I didn't feel like taking a shower every time I removed the tank drain cap, so I had them replace it before I accept the rig.

The dealer got it into the shop today, and I should be able to pick it up in a day or two.
I recommend to anyone to do this inspection themselves (after the dealer's PDI walkthrough). Take your time, and it will be a great way to ensure that your new TT or MH has any issues, as well as allowing you to really become familiar with your new rig.

Dave

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