Purchasing used 2022 Micro Minnie 2108FBS FLX - Need advice

[wuphf]

I'm about to pull the trigger on a used 2022 Micro Minnie FLX 2108FBS. I understand there were issues with this year from slides to inverters to DVD players. But the layout, off-grid capabilities and price are spot-on for what we are wanting.

I am new to this forum and trying to read through threads, but since I am on a bit of a time crunch, I wanted to gather opinions on what I should check when viewing the trailer. We will be flying out to the dealership for the walkthrough.

This will be my first travel trailer/RV purchase, and since it's used, I'm especially unsure what to look out for! The dealership already replaced the slide and motor.

- I'm not too familiar with the solar/battery system, but is there a quick way to check if the inverter is working correctly and drawing power?
- Are there any known areas of leaking issues I should check?
- What else should I look for and/or ask?

Thanks!

 

[Wmlunt-WO]

I would definitely hire an RV inspector. You should be able to find one local to the dealership, not one suggested by them, short money to have it reviewed and a report written to know the issues and use that to get the dealer to fix!
RVIA should have a list in that area. If dealership doesn’t allow inspections, run away!
Bill

 

[lpboston]

Hi, I recommend hiring an independent RV certified inspector as well. I own a 2022 Micro Minnie 1708FB. While I love it, I've had to fix many, many things on it. (It's my first RV and I often wonder if other years had fewer problems.) If you are handy, it will be okay. If you are not handy I would reconsider this purchase. I find that I'm busy fixing things and have less time to relax. It could just be my RV, but I think 2022 (COVID) has more problems. Good luck! I love my RV, but wish it didn't always need fixing.

 

[Thindirtline]

If you don't hire and RV Inspector ...

This is what I used when I purchased my new Micro Minnie:
Check overall trailer for obvious visible problems.
Check inside for cosmetic issues and wear and tear.
Check for water leaks from roof and at all inside ceiling and wall interfaces.
Open all accessible panels and check all water lines, pump, and fittings for water leaks or other damage.
Pull the inside panel and check the water heater and all connections and adjacent floor.
Check for leaks/drips on all visible water lines and faucets with pump pressure and with trailer connected to a faucet. (panels removed)
Need to verify that everything works well - fridge on both ac and propane, stove, water pump, water heater on both ac and propane, ac, microwave, slideout, toilet, heater, faucets, lights, switches, outlets, locks, hinges, black and gray tank valves.
Outside walls can delaminate leaving bubbles that are not visible. Push lightly on lots of outside walls looking for delamination. It is difficult to repair.
Climb on the roof and look for cracks, tears, delamination, or other visible issues. Check the condition of lap sealant around all openings. Inspect the seals around the slideout.
Check the battery voltage and charging voltages. Do this on solar and when connected to shore power. Read elsewhere on doing a full check of the inverter. Too much to show here.
Look at everything else. Propane tanks and hoses, tongue jack, axles, and all external parts/fittings.
Inspect the frame and everything attached outside including the awning. Operate each stabilizer.
Look for tire wear and condition.
Check wheel bearings and brakes by towing both slow and fast. Check all external lights when connected to the tow vehicle.
This will take a few hours but is well worth the time. You will learn a lot about the trailer when going through everything.
Just my two bits.

 

[wuphf]

Thank you for the advice @wmlunt! I went ahead and hired an inspector based on your advice and other threads I have read. The dealership is in Indiana and I did not know that most RV inspectors travel south for the winter! Luckily, I found an inspector that is available and travels to the area (with no extra charge!).

 

[wuphf]

Hi, I recommend hiring an independent RV certified inspector as well. I own a 2022 Micro Minnie 1708FB. While I love it, I've had to fix many, many things on it. (It's my first RV and I often wonder if other years had fewer problems.) If you are handy, it will be okay. If you are not handy I would reconsider this purchase. I find that I'm busy fixing things and have less time to relax. It could just be my RV, but I think 2022 (COVID) has more problems. Good luck! I love my RV, but wish it didn't always need fixing.

Do you know your build date? I've read that there were more issues with FLX 2022s built before 2/2022. Not sure if that applies to non-FLX models. I had my salesman take a pic of the sticker and saw my build date was 6/2022. This is my first RV too, I'm just going in with the mindset that things will always have to be fixed. Luckily, my fiancée is handy. Thanks for the insight and cheers to a problem free week ahead!

 

[wuphf]

This is what I used when I purchased my new Micro Minnie:
Check overall trailer for obvious visible problems.
Check inside for cosmetic issues and wear and tear.
Check for water leaks from roof and at all inside ceiling and wall interfaces.
Open all accessible panels and check all water lines, pump, and fittings for water leaks or other damage.
Pull the inside panel and check the water heater and all connections and adjacent floor.
Check for leaks/drips on all visible water lines and faucets with pump pressure and with trailer connected to a faucet. (panels removed)
Need to verify that everything works well - fridge on both ac and propane, stove, water pump, water heater on both ac and propane, ac, microwave, slideout, toilet, heater, faucets, lights, switches, outlets, locks, hinges, black and gray tank valves.
Outside walls can delaminate leaving bubbles that are not visible. Push lightly on lots of outside walls looking for delamination. It is difficult to repair.
Climb on the roof and look for cracks, tears, delamination, or other visible issues. Check the condition of lap sealant around all openings. Inspect the seals around the slideout.
Check the battery voltage and charging voltages. Do this on solar and when connected to shore power. Read elsewhere on doing a full check of the inverter. Too much to show here.
Look at everything else. Propane tanks and hoses, tongue jack, axles, and all external parts/fittings.
Inspect the frame and everything attached outside including the awning. Operate each stabilizer.
Look for tire wear and condition.
Check wheel bearings and brakes by towing both slow and fast. Check all external lights when connected to the tow vehicle.
This will take a few hours but is well worth the time. You will learn a lot about the trailer when going through everything.
Just my two bits.

Thank you for the detailed list! We decided to go with an inspector since we are so inexperienced with RVs, gives us a bit more peace of mind that a professional is handling it. But I will definitely keep these items in mind when we go to the dealership. Thanks again!