Recent content by mickduck1

Hi Val & Frank I to had a similar problem to yourself. Solution at no extra cost at the side of the alko hitch handle is a allen key hole,unscrew the hitch handle (this shortens the overall length of the stabiliser locking handle, and leaves the two metal arms uncovered). Hitch up as normal and...

Hi Tony cheers for the reply fuel economy doesn't seem too bad and for what the cost of a sorento is you do seem to get a lot for your hard earned pennies.Am visiting a local car show tomorrow i'll have a good look at whats on offer then sit and ponder need to take tape measure to ensure my two...

Good evening Richards s. Thanks for your comments i too use the van all year including cl's so like you 4x4 comes in very useful at times.most reports have been positive about the "sorrie".but i had heard about those few niggles i mentioned however from your replies all seem ok.i have always...

Hi Dan thanks for your reply will take onboard your comments and keep looking around looked at one yesterday at a dealers in leics very impressed (would love to tow my van with one on test). Also seen reports of new face lift model due out soon so with luck maybe the dealers will drop prices a...

hi again keith glad you found my comments useful, having re-read your original query yes you do indeed tow "without" the stabiliser handle attached. i put mine in the front locker until we arrive on site.un-hitching is just a reversal of the previous procedure i outlined. glad to help you out!!

hi keith i had the same problem as you i contacted alko they recommended trying to hitch having removed the red handle in the following manner.having "unlocked" the stabiliser leave both arms at approx 45% lower hitch onto towball slowly having lifted small black handle until it hitches up as...

hi john just a short warning note to you.i would be very careful that by driving across the foothpath to gain access to your driveway without the kerb being "dropped". that you are not contravening any local bye-laws???please do check!!

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