In 2016 I paid just under $35000 for my motor on my motor home and it is my only residence. Can I claim any of it for taxes?

[salmonrivernick]

The diesel engine went out and I had to get a complete rebuilt one for my motorhome.  I used investment money to pay what the extended warranty didn't cover.  Can any of the out of pocket cost be used as deductible since it is my only residence?

[DexterS · Accepted solution]

If this qualifies as "sudden and unexpected", you might qualify for a casualty and theft loss deduction.

Here's what TurboTax has to say about Casualty and Theft losses:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3301959

If this is due to normal wear and tear, then it would not be deductible.