Recent content by Nidge1

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    Steel spare wheel

    Hi. Yes ther are different wheel nuts for steel wheels. My 2006 Hymer Nova was certainly supplied with a another set of wheel nuts. Regards Nidge
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    calor gas

    Hi, I would follow the advice of John L rather than Mikey's. Only a couple of years ago a van driver was unfortunately killed not far from us.He was carrying a gas bottle in his van when it exploded and he was not even involved in a accident. Regards Nidge
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    7 meter limit

    Hi I telephoned the AA a few days ago and they confirmed just as Alan has said that they do not have a limit on caravan length. Regards Nidge
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    Ford 13 Pin Electrics

    Forgot to add that I was not charged extra.However the service dept were trying to claim the cost from the sales dept.They are probably still arguing!!!
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    Ford 13 Pin Electrics

    Hi Wolfie, Yes you are being conned! I had the same problem with a BMW.Had a heated argument with the main dealer and reminded him how much I paid for the car and expected it to not only tow a caravan, but also charge the caravan battery and the fridge to work. Keep on to your dealer and tell...
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    3m 12 volt extension cable reel

    Hi, I would take care when using a extension lead with a 12v tyre inflater. My Halfords pump works fine when connected direct to the 12v socket on the car.However when used with a extension cable the pump power drops off,the plug gets hot and after 30 secs the fuse blows. I admit the...
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    Fittting of Powrtouch mover

    Hi Tim, I have a Hymer and the battery is fitted in the the bed box. The control box is fitted vertically to the battery box and I am sure this is not a problem also the fuse holder is not fixed.Others have described how the key works. I presume your van has a external battery box so I would...
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    Powertouch Mover packed up as we were about to go away...Not ...

    Hi Hilda, I find it hard to believe that the roller had dropped and the guy had repaired it with cable ties!. I would speak to Powrtouch and tell them you are not happy especially about the fitter wanting to charge
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    How to add a external link to the forum

    I have recieved your e-mail. Many thanks Nidge
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    CHECK YOUR WHEELS URGENTLY IF YOU OWN A BMW

    Hi, Further to my earlier posting.Check that your wheel is in fact cracked. Our problem arose when we had the tyres changed and the fitter refused to change the tyre on 1 wheel as it looked cracked. As I said in my posting the main dealer could not be bothered to get off his backside to...
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    How to add a external link to the forum

    Thanks Parksy, fully understand your reasons for not giving the details in a open forum. Kind regards Nidge
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    How to add a external link to the forum

    Hi, How do you add a external link to a posting?. Sproket seems to be the forum champion on this one. Wish I had his computer skills! Regards Nidge
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    Updated Shogun

    I am 100% with NGH on this one. I have a 07 LWB Shogun, Cracking motor. I also tow with my good ladies BMW X5 and to be honest apart from a bit more power and car like handling the shogun is just as good. Nidge
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    13 pin car socket

    Hi Bill, Glad to be of help. I am not sure just checking that the pins are there will prove the fridge supply is working. My problem was that although the fridge connection was wired in, the dealer had not connected pin 11 which is the common return for pin 10 (the fridge power supply).He told...
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    13 pin car socket

    Hi Bill, Glad to be of help. I am not sure just checking that the pins are there will prove the fridge supply is working. My problem was that although the fridge connection was wired in, the dealer had not connected pin 11 which is the common return for pin 10 (the fridge power supply).He...