Recent content by dsolds

Research on German built caravans is on my list. Will probably keep this one until No.1 Son no longer wants to come with us, then a new one is on the cards. 2 or 3 years at a guess.

Agree with most of the above. In my opinion, and speaking as an Electronics Engineer, the failure has been caused by arcing where the cable is screwed in, not the live contactor. Having now opened up the unit the actual contacts are fine with very little evidence of heat build up. Thus a loose...

Yes, so we come full-circle. My original question was "Who is responsible for enforcing electrical regulations, as laid down by the IEEE, when installed in a caravan?" The installation in my van is not up to the required standards which, were it a domestic or commercial installation, would be...

Yeah, so a note on the charger unit. Slot in as you point out but again, not the finest quality electronics inside them. However...……… If the charger does go bang whilst away in the van the unit can be removed. Then, the 2 plugs for the 12 volt side (in the consumer unit) can be connected...

Sure, my data plate is to the left of the main caravan door. Being a 620/4 the door is rear of the axles. Nothing in the front locker though. Presumably you mean the weights and masses plate? As for the electrics, poor design, cheap components and installed by apes are things which come to...

I have a couple of similar responses from Ms McIntosh. It seems her bedside manner could be improved. ;) ;)

Hi all Not long joined but been vanning for 11 years. Me, SWMBO, teenage son and 3 Border Collies. Coachman 620/4, 2013 vintage. All hauled round with a Range Rover. Dont post much as I work with computers so can’t be bothered with the things outside work time. Maybe see you at a site...

Thanks for the replies. It’s a 2013 model, bought new by me. Interesting that other makes also use the rats nest approach to getting rid of excess cables, it’s wholly unacceptable in my opinion. I have showed these photographs to a couple of colleages and they both agreed (Datacentre HVAC...

Morning all, Just need some advice please. Looking to discover if there is a safety regulator or organisation etc for caravans. Similar to VOSA for vehicles. Reason being, I believe someone needs to be made aware of a potential problem with the electrical installations in some caravans. I...