Manoeuvring - 2009-05-27
Remember to allow for the extra length and width of your vehicle and trailer when taking corners or manoeuvring in a confined space.
Take a wide line to ensure the trailer does not clip the kerb, keeping a watchful eye on both door mirrors. Reversing a small trailer is far more awkward than a large one as it is a lot more sensitive to steering,...more Caravan Camping Tips - 2009-05-27 Gas safetyNever store a cylinder of gas on its side. There must be a gap between the LPG and the valve. If there isn’t and liquid escapes it immediately expands to about 200 times its volume, e.g. 1cc of liquid becomes 200cc of vapour. Shake it upFire extinguishers in caravans are almost always powder type. Therefore give it a good shake...more Towing Tips - 2009-05-27 TYPICAL PROBLEMS
The following tips are just a few widely accepted guidelines to promote safe towing - particularly before you are on the road or when reversing. For the novice, reversing the combination can be daunting but a few easy to follow rules should help this considerably
The law currently states that both towing vehicles and caravans...more Quick Checklist - 2009-05-27 OUTSIDE
Check tyres - condition and pressure
Wind up jacks - stow handle
Turn gas off at bottle
Connect van to car
Remove and / or stow jockey wheel
Connect safety chain
Connect wiring - check all lights
Fit level ride bars - if applicable
Clean and stow waste bucket
...more Caravan Check List - 2009-05-27 Before leaving for your holiday you should create and check a caravan packing list. There are a number of things that should be considered to ensure both your enjoyment and safety.
There are also a number of accessories made for your caravan to assist in making your holiday both more practical and enjoyable.
The following list should be cons...more Caravanning Hints - 2009-05-27 There is always so much to think about before leaving on your caravanning holiday especially if you are to be travelling for a long time or for a great distance.
It is particularly daunting if it is your first time caravanning. You may be unsure on what to take, how many to take and what to leave behind.
Below is a list of pointers you shoul...more
