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I had a mobile service done last week.

Because the van fridge is a 12v Compression one, that is not included in the service.

The total cost was £120 and I am pleased as punch with both the work that was done and the professionalism of the engineer from Approved Caravan Services of Bishopton.

I recommend them to anyone on the West Coast of Scotland.

I had mine serviced in Feb 08 by MG Caravans in Todmorden - cost £180 odd.  That includes a full damp test and a new set of "one-shot" nuts for Alko hubs.  I'm confident that they do actually do all the mechanical, electrical and gas checks and verify that everything is working.  They definitely also remove the brake hubs, clean the brakes and readjust properly.

I don't think that's a bad price really - at least, not compared with the cost of a 9000 miles service at the main dealers for the 'tug' (Nissan Patrol) which was over £300.  Even having the air conditioning serviced cost £60 and that was a special offer!!

Cheers
Andrew

 My local dealer did my first annual service jan 08 at a cost £215 which although may seem excessive i do no the job is done 100% and a comprehensive written report is included , i have been on site when they service vans and they are extremely thorough and to be honest i do not regard £215 as much money when my yearly service for my x-trail is considerably more , I could take it to Barrons 40 miles south in cumbria but any time i have dealt with them in the past they have tried to rip me  off with the miserly trade in price for a 2 year old mint van probably because i did not buy it there. Although there service quote was cheaper i most certainly would not deal with them and will continue to deal with my local baily dealer because i know the job is done right. His customer after -sales is second to none 

Hi

Caravans are fairly simple bits of kit.

How can you compare the price with a car service. Does your caravan service include oil and filter changes? Has it got a complex hydraulic braking system and steering gear etc etc etc

Al-Ko one shot nuts are peanuts at trade prices.

I think garage service prices are OTT too

Tyreman

Hi Ron2418

We do mobile caravan servicing around the West Midlands, take a look at our details on ebay (item 140233238565) or the MCEA website, Just did one on Pelsall Lane Rushall Walsall. Only charged extra £10.00 for fuel and traveling time.

Regards

Hi RJG,

Thanks for your email,

We are based in Solihull, Minutes from M42 and within easy reach of many area's. We provide mobile caravan, folding camper or motorhome servicing at your home , storage or pitch.

We are MCEA (mobile caravan engineer association approved) and can be found on there web site.

We offer a full service which includes Bodywork, Exterior and Interior Check, Water systems, Chassis and Running Gear, Gas Supply and Appliances, Electrical Systems and damp check (if required).

Please email rlcaravanserv at aol.com or call 07954097249 for more information.

Price is £99.00 + parts for a full service or pre sale inspection or £125.00 + parts Twin Axle

Motorhome habitation area only or Folding campers service £75.00 + parts