Recent content by john_5040735

Hi Ken Superb towcar and tows my single axle 1640kg van well and stable. Not sure about much heavier vans though as the there may be an issue involving kerbweight rule etc. This summer I achieved 31mpg at 50mph and 27mpg at 60mph, so not bad performance. I would definitely buy again for similar...

Clive Just come back from France and on outward/inward journeys I used the A104/N104 with no problems at all. From the north this route allows you easy access to the A4/A5/A6. I used satnav - pre-programmed, no probs. Speed averages about 50mph. Cheers John

Clive Just come back from France and on outward/inward journeys I used the A104/N104 with no problems at all. From the north this route allows you easy access to the A4/A5/A6. I used satnav - pre-programmed, no probs. Speed averages about 50mph. Cheers John

Does anyone know the answer to the above. thanks

Thanks folks.

I am contemplating booking the following two site for next year and would appreciate comments from those who have visited: 1. les Courtilles du Lido near Fontainebleau (in particular I am interested in access to site); 2. le Lac de Panthier in Vandenesse, Burgundy. Thanks in advance of your...

I also have the 2.2 "limited" sf and have just returned from france where I achieved 33mpg at steady 50mph on autoroute using cruise control. 28mpg at 60mph. Towing 1640kg. I consider this to be very good mpg, and the car is a pleasure to drive and sit in. John

The problem is I don't know this area at all, but have been advised that it is quite beautiful and well worth a visit. Whether its the baltic coast or north sea coast I'm not sure. I didn't really want to venture too far off the beaten track. So any campsite suggestions for both areas would be...

We are considering visiting northern germany (coast) next summer. Can anyone recommend a decent campsite. Cheers john

Hi Pat. used to have exact same car/reg and it towed a 1600kg van like a dream. you will enjoy it I am sure. I now have new version Santa Fe, and its even better, although I will give it a very stern testing over next 3 weeks in france. Enjoy

Hi Jean Have used Michelin maps since first going to France in 1988. Never let me down and very easy to read. I currently have the 2008 Tourist and Motoring book. About

Does anyone know if these are available to buy separately rather than buying the whole whole storm strap kit. Mine are a little battered after a few years service. I haven't seen them in accessory shops, but then again I haven't been seriously looking up to this point. Cheers

Hi Gareth I tow with a Santa Fe 2.2 CRTD, and although I have only towed on 3 occasions as yet (1200 miles ish)it tows superbly with loads of power. My van is 1600kg and, apart from long steep hills, it pulls in 5th gear - even with cruise control. I have had many towcars of various makes and...

Hi I need to remove a shabby looking "gas warning" sticker from the front locker box. Whats the best way to do this without causing damage to bodywork?

Has anyone any experience of this type of coolbox? Information - pos/neg - gratefully received.