Recent content by Martbo

We have a Specialised Tow Pro Elite Towing Cover which is at the higher end of quality from what I can tell and it certainly keeps the van clean during towing. We remove it when we get to site to enable us to use the near-side awning rail and we fold it neatly in the back of the car to keep the...

Welcome aboard Brian. We had a first 8-day trip at Chatsworth Park on 8th August and after 5 days back home ventured out again at Blackshaw Moor (The Roaches) for another 4-day trip. Things are getting easier and slicker - well we think so! We have had so much fun and relaxing time in the...

I absolutely agree with the drive at a safe speed not necessarily up to the speed limit comments. Even without the Caravan, on winding back roads with a 50 mph speed limit, sometimes I don't drive more than 40 mph as I'd rather arrive in one piece. Much to the annoyance of those behind me - at...

Maybe ours wasn't pegged out as expertly as yours - being first-timers and all! We didn't bother putting our flooring down, so the flaps were probably letting a bit of airflow in. I hope you find the answer. Regards, Martbo

Hi Southy, We used ours for the first time for 8 days at Chatsworth Park last week and we didn't suffer from condensation. On our Speed 2 there are four Air Vents at each top corner which are extended by using a rigid velcro strap. Has your model got these too? Regards, Martbo

Thanks Prof, I have erred on the side of caution and even with the additional items I think I'm going to be well within my limits. Absolutely get the thing about driving style and I've been in "Caravan Mode" for a few weeks now in preparation. It's surprising how much more relaxing a drive is...

Thanks Gagakev! Good point about the Beer and Toilet Chemicals. I'll sort both of those out! Although once we are pitched, I'll be stocking up on Beer locally I suspect. The OH thinks we will be out walking most of the time - how naive! In reality, we head up to pick up the van with all...

Hi there, Being new to Caravaning and this Forum and just about to pick up our first van, I was keen to understand the loading in our Car and Van - and appease my OH who is the unofficial Head of Risk. To this end, I have created a Spreadsheet to record what I'm taking, where it is going and...

Hi there, We have got the Speed 2 version and have yet to use it in anger but the demo we got shows that the special inflation valve has to be locked off for it to stay inflated. It went up and down very well in the demo and seemed structuarlly sound. Will let you know how we get on in a...

I was aware that the policy "should" have covered towing but I was keen to get my disclosure of the fitment of a towbar (as a modification to the vehicle) and that I will be towing a caravan on paper and the conversation recorded. They did ask about the size of the van and also ensured that I...

Thanks for trying Colin.

Thanks Dave, I was looking at the dual lens camera so perhaps higher up the better for that type of arrangement. I don't think I sold your idea in well to the OH! I lost her at "I'll tape a bit of plastic to the top of the van"! I'll win her around I'm sure but I must work on my presentation...

Hi Colin, Do you have dimensions and/or a photo of the bracket you have used? Many thanks, Martin

Thanks Ray. I think the starting solution is to run through the inside of the Van when on the move. If that does the trick, no need to try to bond/mastic anything to the bodywork. With a rear washroom window I will also get a better view I think. I appreciate the grey area around legality...

I'm certainly going to avoid making a hole anywhere in the van at all costs. Better safe than sorry. It's a shame they don't create a location for this sort of thing with wiring already in place but I guess that would add build cost and not everyone would use the capability. Thanks again all...