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Posted by drummer59 on 26/07/2022 |
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Last reply drummer59
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 i know ive asked this question before and got completely confused by the answers, so hopefully someone can simplify it for me, im thinking of upgrading from a tent to a tourer caravan, but i know i wi....  ....more
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Towing with Renault grand scenic 1.3
Posted by MickG1951 on 03/07/2022 |
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Last reply tdrees
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Hi I'm first time caller has anybody towed a caravan with a Renault grand scenic 1.3 petrol need some help thanks .... ....more
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Towing perfection
Posted by Kelper on 04/07/2022 |
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Last reply Mick S.
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Never seen control like this ... amazing!
Watch this.... ....more
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SKODA Superb 2.0 TDI SE DSG 4WD
Posted by Grant TF on 19/05/2022 |
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Last reply jjgderbyshire
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I am thinking of buying a SKODA Superb 2.0 TDI SE DSG 4WD as my first tow car, does that give me enough options for buying a caravan. Were not sure what to get yet, was getting the car sorted out firs.... ....more
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Changing car tyre pressure
Posted by Rainbowsend on 28/06/2022 |
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Last reply Colin21
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We have always increased the tyre pressure before towing and decreased them after towing ie. On arrival on site. I see very few others doing it. Is this really necessary? .... ....more
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Towing Mirrors on Barbarian
Posted by dogshome on 29/06/2022 |
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Last reply Monty15
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Just returning to caravans after 6 years of a motorhome. Towing my brand new Unicorn Cartagena with a Mistubishi Barbarian back from the dealers I had only just got on the motorway and up to 55 mph wh.... ....more
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towing outfit
Posted by Chrishav on 01/07/2022 |
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Last reply Chrishav
on 04/7/2022 |
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Hi we have a Bailey pursuit 2016 540-5 looking to buy a bmw x2 2ltr petrol sdrive m sport x. Has anyone towed with this vehicle if so how is it .... ....more
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Small Trailer Pros & Cons
Posted by Sashadog on 14/04/2022 |
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Last reply amara 520
on 28/6/2022 |
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Hello all.
I’ve had quite a few years experience of towing a touring caravan. I’m now wanting some advice regarding the small trailers that are generally available. (5 or 6 cwt. Pay load)
In.... ....more
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Ford bmax 1.6 towing?
Posted by Woolster76 on 19/06/2022 |
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Last reply blueexpo97
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Hi there again lol we are going to look at a ford b max 1 6 tdi anyone have recommendations for towing it shouldnt really be a problem as only have a light2 berth abbey chorus I've been told anyt.... ....more
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Towing Trailer to France Advice
Posted by Advent87 on 21/06/2022 |
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Last reply 664DaveS
on 28/6/2022 |
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Hi All, Hope you are all well, Our Family of 6 will be travelling to the Dordogne in France. This time we have purchased a trailer. This is my first time taking the trailer to France. It is single axl.... ....more
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Kia soul any good for touring ?
Posted by Woolster76 on 17/06/2022 |
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Last reply Rob and Tina
on 17/6/2022 |
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Hi there we have a 2 berth 13ft abbey chorus.Would a 1.6 diesel tdci kia soul be ok to pull a tourer just that people have recommended me VW and skoda because they have more pulling power ?.... ....more
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Dunfermline
Posted by Mrs. Bonce on 13/04/2022 |
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Last reply Mrs. Bonce
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Is it ok for towing? Will need to get from Powmill onto M90, going south. DOH, had another look at the map, can get on the motorway at J5..... ....more
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Confident towing
Posted by deejayen on 08/03/2022 |
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Last reply Big Al
on 12/6/2022 |
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I just wondered how easy towing becomes when you're really good at it.
I used to tow a caravan years ago, and didn't have a clue about reversing when I started. I eventually.... ....more
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Nose Weight
Posted by cj camper on 29/05/2022 |
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Last reply Rob and Tina
on 29/5/2022 |
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I am so confused. I worked out the nose weight of the van we are going to get. But can not find anywhere on the car or in the car handbook what nose weight the car can take. I know the car can tow a u.... ....more
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Cable guide breakaway
Posted by Nigel Rickard on 26/05/2022 |
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Last reply billy
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I keep seeing mention of cable guides under the A frame. My elderley Freedom Jetstream does not have one. Can they be bought and retro fitted?.... ....more
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Trailer wheels
Posted by Rulloyd on 23/05/2022 |
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Last reply Rulloyd
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Hi all. For many years I have owned a small box trailer. The hubs on the trailer take 3/4” wheel nuts (4:00 8” wheels). I now have another trailer which uses 11/16” nuts (and therefore narrower stu.... ....more
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insurance
Posted by shreik on 17/05/2022 |
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Last reply iank01
on 23/5/2022 |
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just been doing an on line insurance quote for my vw golf I use as a run around and fitted a tow bar.declaired it to insurance co, classed as a modification and declined to insure. WHAT ??????.... ....more
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Driving Licence renewal at 73.
Posted by navver on 17/05/2022 |
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Last reply Derbian
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I renewed my licence when I was 70 and allowed the caravan towing category to lapse as I would have needed a medical.
Now that everyone can tow it is being added to their licences. I checke.... ....more
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Rapido Club Stabilizer
Posted by JonathanSnr on 20/05/2022 |
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Last reply JonathanSnr
on 20/5/2022 |
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Hi, thinking of switching over my current Stabilizer on the wee Rapido Club to the Alko 3004, should this be a straightforward switch over TIA ?https://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/chatter/getuserim.... ....more
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Audi A4 avant B8 2Lt Diesel for towing?
Posted by Charlie333 on 16/05/2022 |
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Last reply SamandRose
on 17/5/2022 |
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Hello, I am considering buying my first caravan and am a bit confused at the wieght my car can tow.
The Log book states verious figures as follows
Max permissable mass (exc.M/C ) 2145
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