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Towing electric cable
Posted by Mrs. Bonce on 22/11/2021 |
12 Replies
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Last reply billy
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 OH forgot to wind the cable around, it has dragged on the road and needs replacing. Is it easy enough to do, and where to buy one?....  ....more
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Hybrid Ford Kuga tow car ?
Posted by takisawa on 06/05/2021 |
24 Replies
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Last reply cliffbrown
on 21/11/2021 |
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Hi all.
We are looking at changing our Tiguan for a Ford Kuga.
In particular the 225PS hybrid with the 2.5 engine.
Is anyone using a hybrid Kuga for towing ?
Or any hybrid for that.... ....more
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3 door golf gtd
Posted by Steveelav on 18/11/2021 |
10 Replies
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Last reply saxo1
on 19/11/2021 |
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Hi everyone,
I'm just wondering what your input is on the golf gtd for a tow car. I know it's more than capable but I'm unsure if it's too low down. Any input would be great, .... ....more
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Ford Powershift
Posted by C_hadwin on 14/11/2021 |
13 Replies
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Last reply Colin21
on 18/11/2021 |
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Hello I am looking at changing my tow car and have been looking at Ford Mondeo, SMAX and Galaxy I always buy manual but alot of these cars are powershift. I just wondered if any of you have a Ford wit.... ....more
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Towing with Ford focus 1.0 Ecoboost
Posted by AndyScott21 on 16/11/2021 |
5 Replies
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Last reply tango55
on 16/11/2021 |
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Hi I am totally new to touring caravans and pretty clueless on towing weights.
Our car is a 2016 Ford focus 1.0 Ecoboost automatic petrol model, we have checked out a couple on Autotrader a.... ....more
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The driving licence you need to tow a car
Posted by Papa Pip on 12/09/2007 |
98 Replies
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Last reply ROG.
on 12/11/2021 |
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There is often some confusion over what type of driving licence you require to tow a caravan or trailer. THis article Th.... ....more
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Towing rule change delayed
Posted by john&lynn on 11/11/2021 |
2 Replies
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Last reply billy
on 12/11/2021 |
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Towing rule change delayed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hB9zYMlrL6g.... ....more
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Plastic wheel arch scuff repair.
Posted by jsparkes201148 on 03/11/2021 |
6 Replies
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Last reply jsparkes201148
on 12/11/2021 |
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I have a Kia Sorento and have a scuff to the black plastic wheelarch. Been quoted £75 to repair.
Can I do it myself?
If yes, any tips please.
I have uploaded a photo to my profile..... ....more
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Skoda Superb hybrid
Posted by gailbonney on 06/11/2021 |
17 Replies
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Last reply bessie500
on 10/11/2021 |
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We are currently on our second Superb which tows 'superbly!' but is diesel. It's that time when we need to look at our next tow car, we're thinking of moving away from diesel and n.... ....more
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What can I Tow
Posted by Rocker1986 on 31/10/2021 |
6 Replies
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Last reply macquatic
on 01/11/2021 |
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I'm an owner of a 2013 Hyundai i30 crdi 1.6 automatic what kind of caravan or trailer tent can I tow ps I will be a novice 🤔.... ....more
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Westfalia control box
Posted by morepints on 28/10/2021 |
3 Replies
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Last reply navver
on 31/10/2021 |
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I’m not getting anything from the switched power circuit (charger and fridge) on a westfalia trailer connection unit. Auto electrician has diagnosed a circuit board problem. While there are s/hand rep.... ....more
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Towing Elddis Elf with XF
Posted by V6Steve on 27/10/2021 |
9 Replies
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Last reply navver
on 29/10/2021 |
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I have a 95 Elddis Elf and I've hitched it up to my XF and found that the caravan isn't exactly level on the road. I've read that the ideal position would be level and the difference fr.... ....more
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Alko towball screeching!
Posted by Di+Glyn_W on 23/10/2021 |
20 Replies
858 Views
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Last reply 664DaveS
on 25/10/2021 |
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Good morning all,
We have an Alko AKS 3004 stabiliser on our 2015 Bailey Valencia. It's serviced annually.
We tow with a BMW X4, with a removable tow bar. I clean the tow ba.... ....more
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Mild hybrid (MHEV) towcar
Posted by morepints on 17/09/2021 |
12 Replies
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Last reply retiredjohn
on 12/10/2021 |
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Just came across the VAG group 1.5Tsi petrol hybrid, that uses 48v batteries for energy recuperation. While the power output is similar to the trusty 2.0Tdi diesel, the peak power is at higher revs, a.... ....more
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Sheared Bolt
Posted by nellymcl on 10/08/2020 |
13 Replies
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Last reply Wspalmer13
on 05/10/2021 |
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hi all. Unfortunately I have sheared a bolt on my Audi A6 Westfalia towbar as it was creaking a little when towing and I thought I should tighten the bolts. Obviously I was wrongforum_images.... ....more
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Fixed towbar
Posted by Dusty1956 on 01/10/2021 |
3 Replies
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Last reply Monty15
on 02/10/2021 |
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Looking for advice re fixed towbar - I am just starting out on towing a caravan and am looking for advice. I have a fixed towbar on a car I have had for a year or so. 2010 Renault Grand Scienic. It.... ....more
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hyundai santa fe engine management light
Posted by runone on 22/09/2021 |
2 Replies
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Last reply runone
on 23/9/2021 |
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i have a problem with the management light coming on when towing my caravan.i have had it diagnostic checked and it has come back as the p2015 and p2017 variable intake manifold position sensor signal.... ....more
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Site van car
Posted by melsox on 16/09/2021 |
3 Replies
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Last reply DaveS1
on 19/9/2021 |
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Hi, I’m after some advice around a suitable tow car please.
Our van, (MTPLM is 1915kg), is currently a site van. We’re in the market for a new car so thought it sensible to consider purchasing a.... ....more
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A4212 Bala to Harlech direction
Posted by tonyv8power on 30/08/2021 |
5 Replies
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Last reply SamandRose
on 06/9/2021 |
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Travelling mid week with caravan on tow from the east of the country, west to Harlech. The only part of the route in question is the A4212. Is this road ok for vans? .... ....more
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Towbar for kia Sorento.
Posted by milly123 on 28/08/2021 |
3 Replies
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Last reply milly123
on 30/8/2021 |
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Hi
We have finally purchased a 2011 Sorento Kx3 automatic and need a towbar. Hubby normally just buys towbar and fits it himself on previous cars.
Can this be done with our new to us car or .... ....more
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