Newbie from Buffalo NY

[Brad34815]

Hello everyone!!! Thinking about buying a 2007 Jay light EXP26L....There is a couple of soft spots in the interior ceiling however. Any thoughts?

[oldmanAZ]

Hello to you from Arizona! Welcome to the forum.

I haven't had any experience with modifying trailers. However, something like 'soft spots in the ceiling' might be due a roof water leak. If that is the case, there could be serious water damage to the roof decking. That is my thought.

[Brad34815]

Hello Arizona!!!There most definitely is a leak in the roof. My problem is I really like the layout of the 2007 EXP26L....I'm afraid I'm talking myself into a bad situation

[TLC]

Hi Brad

Look on RV Trader. I see one as close as Pa.
unless your handy and getting cheap I would have reservations too.

I'm a newbie too

Tim in Rochester

[Brad34815]

Thanks Tim, I actually already called on that trailer and trying to negotiate a price!!! Have you bought ayour trailer from any of the dealership up in Rochester?

[TLC]

Just bought a new class c from Johnston RV in Webster
haven't taken delivery yet but with this weather I'm chomping at the bit!

Tim

[ROC-REQS]

Hi Brad

Originally Posted by Brad34815

... There most definitely is a leak in the roof. My problem is I really like the layout of the 2007 EXP26L....I'm afraid I'm talking myself into a bad situation

If there's a leak in the roof, there's a very high probability that the water leaked down the wall. Depending how long the leak has been there, the walls could be bad and possibly the floor. If the wall construction is wood, good chance the wood is rotten.
Check for soft spots on the walls (inside cabinets) and on the floor also.
I have many friends that have done water damage repair on their trailers. It's doable, but a big job and if you're not getting the trailer for an extremely cheep price, it may not be worth it for what you'll have to do to repair the water damage. That's just my opinion.

If you have or know someone with a moisture meter, these are excellent tools to aid in identifying where water damage may be hiding.

Originally Posted by Brad34815

... Have you bought your trailer from any of the dealership up in Rochester?

We also bought our trailer from JohnstonRV in Rochester, NY. We've been very happy with the dealership.
They'll be having an RV show in the Greece Ridge Mall shortly, which is a lot closure for you then their dealership in Webster.

If this is your first RV, I've had friends that have bought from ColtonRV and were very happy with both their purchasing experience and ColtonRV's service.

Good luck and hope this was of some help.

[Brad34815]

How did they treat you?

[Desert RVers]

Welcome to the forum! I agree with the others here, it's probably due to a water leak. I would stay away from an RV with a soft roof. Hopefully you can find another trailer that had the roof sealant maintained.

[ROC-REQS]

Originally Posted by Brad34815

How did they treat you?

We've been very happy with JohnstonRV. They've taken care of all issues that we've had and have done a good job going to bat for use with Jayco when needed.

I would recommend them.

But like anything, you need to be your strongest advocate.

Feel free to PM me if you have any other questions or looking for advice.
Some things are better said via a PM then in an open post

Good luck

[Brad34815]

Will do thanks and enjoy your new rig!!!