Recent content by Dean_5040281

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    Child friendly site in Blackpool

    Hi, Want to take the kid's to Blackpool to see the lights in Oct/Nov can anyone recommend a site with good access to Blackpool that allows dogs. Many thanks Dean.
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    Cordless drill advice.

    Hi, Got mine from Focus/Do it all DIY shop. 14volts with battery, drill bits and screw bits.
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    BUYING OUR FIRST CARAVAN

    Hi, We have a 2004 Bailey Ranger 6 berth and think it's the business, even nicer when someone with a 6 berth Dart looked at our's and prefered it. To be truthful there's not alot between them, I personally think the Bailey looks alot more modern and a better design, our kids (7&4) love it so...
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    Auto Gear Boxes

    Hi, I'm thinking of buying either a Volvo 960 petrol or an Omega 2.5 diesel both auto's and both estates. They are to tow my Bailey 550/6 MTPLM of 1300 so they should be a good match. My concern is about the auto boxes, I've seen other people going on about extra coolers for the gear box, will...
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    omega elite 3lt

    Hi, has anybody had any experiance of the 3 litre omega as a tow car, if so was it really thirsty on fuel when towing also what about solo. I'm going to look at one soon to tow my Bailey Ranger 550/6 should make a good match, just concerned about the fuel bills. Also any tips on buying a used...
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    Haven site. Golden sands, mablethrope

    Sorry forgot to mention that the site is a good walk to the main Haven complex where all the entertainment is, not a problem during the day but a little annoying late at night after the shows finish, especially if you've had one or two to drink!!!!!! Dean :-)
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    Haven site. Golden sands, mablethrope

    Hi, We went there at Easter and had a great time, the shower/toilet block was imaculate with hot water available 24/7 which is rare on Haven sites. There didn't appear to be marked out pitches but a guide takes you to the field and measures you an area out with a piece of rope to ensure they...
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    Stabiliser problem

    Hi again, That's a possibility but if I shorten it then will it then not reach the recess in the stabiliser, thus rendering the whole thing useless. Dean
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    Stabiliser problem

    Hi, it's taken about 5mm of thread clean off, so it wont screw back into the plate.
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    Stabiliser problem

    I think that's the nearest one to you, jo
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    Stabiliser problem

    Hi, just returned from a weekend away to find that the little screw that holds the stabiliser secure into the towbar plate has stripped it's threads at the end, I was able to remove it but now cant put it back in. Can anyone possibly explain why this has happened and also where I may get a...
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    London

    Does anybody know of any good touring sites in and around london, or at least at the end of an underground line please.