Just a observation; our Coachman 560 came with a set of Alko brackets fitted so bought a Alko jack then decided to do a dry run and check all was well.
I first noticed that when the spare wheel carrier is pulled right out it clashes with the nearside jack point bracket meaning you have to wiggle the carrier awkwardly sideways to avoid the bracket.
Also the spare wheel would not clear the underside of the 'van meaning it has to be jacked up first.
Another thing I noticed was that Alko now put a retaining nut secured to a bit of threaded stud that pokes through one of the spare wheel slots alongside the familiar large centre mushroom nut that holds the spare wheel securely in the carrier.
It was a bit of a fight but I'm pleased I sorted this out in the safety of the storage yard and not on the side of a busy road.
Finally I have made room under the rear near side french bed where I have placed the spare wheel covered and padded out to prevent damage.
Regards. ST.
I first noticed that when the spare wheel carrier is pulled right out it clashes with the nearside jack point bracket meaning you have to wiggle the carrier awkwardly sideways to avoid the bracket.
Also the spare wheel would not clear the underside of the 'van meaning it has to be jacked up first.
Another thing I noticed was that Alko now put a retaining nut secured to a bit of threaded stud that pokes through one of the spare wheel slots alongside the familiar large centre mushroom nut that holds the spare wheel securely in the carrier.
It was a bit of a fight but I'm pleased I sorted this out in the safety of the storage yard and not on the side of a busy road.
Finally I have made room under the rear near side french bed where I have placed the spare wheel covered and padded out to prevent damage.
Regards. ST.