First time caravan owner with a project on my hands!

[sarahg2]

Hi,

I thought I'd better introduce myself as I am sure I will have a million questions over the coming weeks and months!

My husband and I just bought our first caravan, a Bailey Senator Indiana 2006. It was a very good price, but it needs a lot of work doing to it. We were aware of this, and after watching a lot of YouTube videos, I decided to take the plunge and have a go at fixing this caravan up.

The main issue is damp (of course) - as a minimum the front end, and the wall next to the fixed bed will need re-boarding. I fully expect more areas to need re-boarding too, however there are some solid bits!

The other issue is a previous repair that I would like to improve on if possible. Another caravan rolled into this one and punched a hole through, behind where the seating area is. The previous owners have done a repair with what looks like fibreglass. It is watertight but looks awful, and they didn't tidy up the damaged board on the inside at all because it's hidden behind a seat.

Anyway, first hurdle complete, our first ever tow! Absolutely terrifying, but the caravan is now home, and the project (and stress!) begins.

 

[Jcloughie]

Hi sarahg2, welcome to the forum. Hope all goes well and you are handy and enjoy the work.

I think people on here would appreciate a picture story of the progress.

John

 

[sarahg2]

Well that I can promise, and it might be a long story!

When it comes to DIY I never really know what I am doing, but I will give it all a go with some guidance. We bought our first house last year and I've made built in alcove shelves, and done some plastering, among other things! We have a good selection of tools at least, so that's a head start.

 

[otherclive]

Welcome to the Forum, there’s lots of good advice avaiable to you from caravanners with hard won experience. Plus these days you have the advantage of You Tube.

 

[Dustydog]

Welcome to the Forum Sarah and congratulations on choosing this project. Rest assured you are not alone .
Many members of the Bailey Senator Caravan Owners Group have completed the same task as you. Here’s the link which will hopefully help you. Good luck.

https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=Damp%20repairs

 

[Raywood]

Welcome to the forum. If you have problems there is always help here and you tube is often a good source of helpful videos on most jobs.

 

[toad a caravan]

Welcome I hope all goes well

 

[Beachball]

Hi Sarah welcome to the forum may i be the first to wish you every success with your project and there is always help on here and you tube.