Recent content by Rockbyter

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    Saying Hi

    Thanks, the SB is twin singles. Both are 6'1" x 2'6". Had a good lounge about on them and seem much better. The actual lounge area is obviously a lot smaller but mainly for just us 2 so will be adequate. The position of the windows and doors is a more difficult lay out and with the Outdoor...
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    Saying Hi

    Thought I would add an update. So, already made a bit of a mistake. Bought a 2004 Sterling Eccles Moonstone, nice condition and a nice Van, both really liked it. however after 2 trips out we soon discovered that at our age and with my wife's poor mobility the moving and handling of the...
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    Soon to be new to towing

    As you say it is expensive at £625, nothing like VW Tiguan though, they wanted £1045 for the same thing. Useful feature of the Ford one is it links in with the car stabilisation system and parking sensors etc. so am going to go with that, just checking it is suitable for the Alto hitch but it...
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    Soon to be new to towing

    Thanks for the replies, another question just sprung to mind. Factory fitted retractable tow bar on the Kuga, will it fit the alko tow hitch system OK?
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    Soon to be new to towing

    Going for the manual, powershift is not available on the 150PS and next up is the 187PS and 4WD, this makes the cost rather more than I want to pay.
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    Soon to be new to towing

    Looking for 4 berth with side dinette. Quite like the gt60 510/4 which is quite light but the unicorn Madrid is our favoured one at the moment though not the latest 3 berth. Quite a bit heavier though.
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    Saying Hi

    Hello, new member and not as yet a caravanner but soon will be.
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    Soon to be new to towing

    Hi everyone, searched but could not find a relevant topic. retiring next year and planning to buy a caravan. Motability car to purchase and have settled on a ford Kuga. Choices are good but limited to keep the advance payment reasonable, Titanium 2.0 diesel 150PS manual FWD seems the best...