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We were pondering over the two and eventually choose the Bailey. Lunar a lovely van but after much deliberation decided that the longer front seats in the Bailey meant that we would could use them as single beds and turned out to be the deciding factor. We have spent one weekend in the Valencia...

Update Now back in UK and the MCB has been replaced and all is working well Thanks for your help

Sorry for the typos. I haven't mastered typing on a tablet yet andy

Thank you all for your responses The van is a bailey ranger gt60 20009 momodels have spoken to red pennant today who have suggested that the charger has gone however I have also spoken to my local dealer who after instructing me on how to disconnect the charger and the problem persisted...

I am currently in France and am experiencing problems with my van electrics i have been on site in Brittany for 3 days with no problems but have experienced some electical problems this evening There are 2 main circuit breakers on my caravan. This evening the site electric tripped when we...

Thank you both for the advice I have now ordered the extra accessories together with the awning securing devices Regards andy

Hi I have just purchased a Kampa 390 rally awning and am wondering whether I should also invest in the monsoon polesthe awning tie down storm kitthe rear poles Does anyopne have any views as to whether these are desirable / essential Thanks in anticpation Andy

Beverley Park in Paignton have fully serviced pitches with great views of Torbay Andy

Had similar noises with my bailey ranger. I solved mine by cleaning the tow ball with some fine emery cloth I also used the emery cloth to remove the glaze off the friction pads

Have used the tunnel for the past few years finding it very convenient - Driving on to the train is relatively easy and once you have crossed the Channel you drive through the compatments of the train and come off near the front which again is relatively straight forward.

Totally agree with Val and would avoid the Peripherique at all costs Have been on it twice with the van in tow but never again as well as being continually cut up by cars the bikes are worse. The Franconfile is fine however be careful if you use a sat nav as it can take you via the Peripherique

We stayed there last year and agree a great site albeit a little expensive

I jack the van up with a Kodak and place locks on and wheel levellers underneath. Bit of a pain but with a bit of practice can do it in about 5 mins. Will normally leave caravan attached to car or will chock wheels if have placed van using motor mover

Cant comment on the Skoda however the current version of the Mondeo is an excellent towcar . Currently have 2008 2.0 TDCi 140 Estate version and have towed at 95% for past 3 years - very stable. Is also a great car to drive solo and has proved very reliable.

I am currently comtemplating changing my company car for a Honda CRV 2.2 Diesel which will also be used to tow my Bailey Ranger twin axle ( approx 90% towing match) Does anyone have any experience of the Honda and in particular have any views on how well it tows. THanks Andy