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[Glynnbob]

Hi everyone nice to be on here. Returned to a caravan after a 35 year absence, retired now so can go at our own pace . Been looking for last few weeks and bought a 2015 Elddis rambler was the set out we wanted and we have took the plunge. For the remainder of this year we are putting it on a seasonal pitch as we need to change cars as the qashqai isn't quite up to it and I haven't seen anything I fancy yet. Going to the dealers this week for a crash course in how to work everything. Need some security what's opinions on second hand hitchlocks and wheel clamps and any brands I should be looking out for. Will be visiting this forum alot and hope to pick up some tips and advice . Cheers

 

[otherclive]

Welcome to the Forum. Wrt security the top item is an Alko wheel lock but some find them fiddly to use. I used mine at home and in storage. I bought second hand from the Caravan Motorhome Club Classifieds. Then swopped the lock around for another one sent to my dons address in Wales then sold my original lock. Convoluted I know. If the Alko doesn’t appeal next level would be Milenco Wraith or Nemesis. Both similar in function. For hitch lock I used Alko. You will need to check with your insurer to see what they stipulate. For a seasonal pitch I would go Alko wheel lock and use something a little easier to fit when touring.

 

[Jcloughie]

Hi Glynnbob, and welcome to the forum. Any questions just ask away.

John

 

[Beachball]

Hi Glynnbob Welcome to the forum any questions you will get a answer they are a great bunch on here enjoy

 

[Hutch]

Welcome, fully back up Clive's words, the Alko wheel lock comes in several different sizes to suit your wheel size and design. Also the Alko wheel locks are only for Alloy wheels.
There is so much to forget when your setting up your caravan, remember when you buy stuff you can add an extra £ XX to everything you buy. Aldi Lidl Dunelm, all sell the same stuff but cheaper.

 

[MelissaPeters]

Hi everyone nice to be on here. Returned to a caravan after a 35 year absence, retired now so can go at our own pace . Been looking for last few weeks and bought a 2015 Elddis rambler was the set out we wanted and we have took the plunge. For the remainder of this year we are putting it on a seasonal pitch as we need to change cars as the qashqai isn't quite up to it and I haven't seen anything I fancy yet. Going to the dealers this week for a crash course in how to work everything. Need some security what's opinions on second hand hitchlocks and wheel clamps and any brands I should be looking out for. Will be visiting this forum alot and hope to pick up some tips and advice . Cheers

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