Recent content by Dave_5040233

I too am thinking about getting one so have asked the same question on another forum. There wasn't much negative feedback although a couple of points were: 1. The nose weight limit on the tow hitch on pre 05 models is only 60kg. The current model has uprated suspension allowing 100kgs. 2. If...

It sounds like there is too much pulling strain between the van and car caused by the gradient of the ramps after pulling up onto them. I've had this problem previously. After levelling and chocking, apply the caravan handbrake, then put the car in reverse and lift the clutch slightly to move...

Thanks for the replies - so are you saying it is impossible to hitch up using an ALKO 2004 ?

Can anyone provide feedback on what this vehicle is like for towing (got a 4 berth). Also, I've heard that the rear spare wheel obstructs the ALKO 2004 stabiliser on some 4WDs. Does this mean that I would have to change the stabiliser or can you hook-up with the back door open and then close it...

I have an 02 reg 1.8 petrol Mondeo hatch. I pull a 4 berth 2004 ACE Jubilee Globetrotter with no problem. The MIRO is 1153kg and the MTPLM is 1369kg. The MTPLM is just under the kerb weight of 1375kg so if I was to load upto the MTPLM I would be approaching a 1:1 match. I therefore keep loading...

Will a freeview digi-box work in a caravan off the caravan's aerial? What would happen in a poor or medium reception area ?

Nice car and my brother had one and was pleased with it. However, last year I think it came bottom (out of about 100 vehicles) of the Top Gear consumer satisfaction survey.

Why don't you use the politicaly correct term - 'small people'.

If your car suffers a puncture whilst towing a caravan - is it safe / legal to replace the wheel with the space saver spare until the tyre can be repaired ?

Thinking of buying an estate Mondeo. In LX guise it doesn't have this feature as standard but I could have it added as a factory fitted extra on ordering. Question - does it make much difference. We will occasionally have the awning in the boot together with the other usual stuff - so will the...

I can suggest one to AVOID - Middlewood farm nr. Robin Hoods Bay. It is the worst site we've ever stayed at. Given the high fee and numerous acolades we were very disappointed. The advertised 'panoramic views' can't be seen from the field they put the touring caravans in. The hard standings are...

I had a bad experience at a site lately where I got the car stuck on some wet grass on one side of the road whilst trying to reverse my caravan onto a hardstanding on the other side. This worried me because if, during next summer, we arrive at a site which only has grass pitches available - are...

Thinking about getting one of these in estate format. Is the 100PS diesel engine good enough for comfortably towing an average 4 berth single axle or does it struggle? Currently driving a 1.8 petrol Mondeo.

If you live/work not too far from chester you could try the Chester tow bar and trailer centre. You have to book in. They did a good job on my Mondeo and charge around

Would the roads be easier if we travelled early evening and aimed to get there about 8pm. Alternatively - would they be any easier if we travelled there during the day on Friday?