Recent content by ant1

Hi Paul ive got an ace globtrotter 1988 and i think the harmony panel is the same.Next time i get my van from storage i will photocopy you a wiring diagram for the harmony unit thats in the van as one was given to me when i had my van by the dealer . regards ant

Thanks for the advise made a temp repair to roof seal as i need the van next week.I might attemt the repair when i get back can you advise where to obtain the panel board and the I shaped joint and sealant from ? I ve decided to cut internaly 12 inches either side of the inner roof plastic...

can anyone give me some advise on the following.My 1989 ace globtrotter ghia centre roof seal has let water in and rotted a section of the roof wood I was thinking of repairing it but the internal roof panels go behind the cupboards and shower room ,moving all these would be too much work but...

I too bought a universal annex.Great in the dry nights but leaked in the bad rain and poles bent due to the weight of the water.But dont let this put you off its been worth the money ant

Hi Emmy, I own an old ace 1986 globtrotter and have had many great holidays in it .To me caravaning is about getting back to basics I in no way critisize overs for having new vans if i could afford i probably would.The whole point of true caravaning is the freedom it does not matter if its a...

Hi Davie, went there a few years ago, its got lots of things to do but they do pack you very very close together and they have very strict rules(no visitors etc)the pool was great but crowded and it was impossible to get a meal in the onsite pub as it was full.my little lad enjoyed it but i...

Hi I own an older isabella awning and found it hard to find an annex so i bought a universal one its ok but not a perfect fit. they cost about

Hi folks thanks for the information going to purchase a new lock replacement and additional lock thanks for the info its helped loads ant

Hi chris the easiest way is with a split charge relay obtainable from towsure for about

Hi could anyone recommend a good replacement lock or an additional one for an ace globtrotter 1986.Ive just discovered how easy it is to get into the van cuortesey of someone who has broken into mine by prising the door. thanks ant

Hi Colin sorry to hear your recent caravanning hassles hope your holiday goes well and you have no more misshaps and that the wife gets back into the caravaning bug.there is nothing like a barbaque and a beer on a summers night to realize how relaxing caravanning is once you are there. regards ant

Hi Colin I agree it does seem that caravaning is becoming expensive but it need not be the whole idea is getting close to nature like camping .I purchased my 1985 ace globtrotter for

Hi Deborah ,if you look under the bonnet of the rav 4 there should be a data plate which gives the vehicle colour,kerb weight e.t.c you need to read the kerb weight and this should be 15% more than the caravan weighs to be a safe tow.e.g if the plate says 1000kg then the car can tow safely a van...

Hi Colin, im sorry to here that I too use that site every year for an autumn break.I was going to book up for october.It was a realy nice site and the family has had loads of fun there regards ant

hi i bought on of those universal annexes for my awning.they only realy fit the fully zip out sides. they are only made of tent material and are easily ripped.you would be better looking for an original annex. ant