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Apr 18th, 2012, 21:35 | #1 |
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Newbie caravanner advice please
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I posted in the lounge a few weeks ago ( I didn't realise we had a caravan section at the time lol) looking for some advice as we're probably going to get a cheapie little starter van later this year or (more likely) next year However, I've started doing a little homework now on ebay and wondered if you good folk could answer a couple of queries for me please? 1 - Is end kitchen or centre kitchen better? 2 - Most of the 4 berths in my price range (c £1000 ish) have toilet but no shower. Is it worthwhile trying to get one with a shower? We have 2 young boys aged under 5 so we'll probably be staying on larger sites with shower blocks rather than on a basic site but what would you recommend? 3 - Are there any caravan manufacturers to be avoided are they all pretty much the same? 4 - If we get a van with cold water only, can a water heater be fitted at reasonable cost or is not possible/not cost effective? 5 - I presume the lighter a van is, the better it is to tow or is it the other way round? thanks in advance John
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Apr 19th, 2012, 19:42 | #2 |
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Hi John,
Firstly,middle or end kitcken it's your choice.One isn't better than the other,it's personal preferance, Secondly,shower,do you want one is the question too ask yourself?.Yes,they are handy but if your going to be going to site's with shower facilities then maybe you dont really need one!. Thirdly,manufacturer,to me it doesn't matter as i look for the outlay of the caravan but,i'm sure someone else will have a different opinion of which we are all entitled too!. Forthly,lol,I'm not sure i'm sorry.I could find out if you want me too as my friend is in the caravan business. Fithly,lol,now i'm chucklying,lol,Weigth,as long as the caravan weight is no more than the 85% rule your fine. A big thing to watch for is damp.The last thing you want is a caravan riddled with damp so be careful.If you can get your hand's on a damp meter then all the better. Good luck with your search, Jason Good luck in your
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Apr 19th, 2012, 21:21 | #3 |
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65 people viewed this thread before you replied, I was starting to think the questions must be too hard lol Many, many thanks for taking the time and trouble to reply. Your replies are very useful Thanks again John
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No problem John,out of the 65 views maybe 5 of them was me looking and thinking of what i could put to try and help.
I think i replied (along with other's)to your other post that was on another section. Just another quick one,if your willing too travel for a caravan it could pay off. Jason
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Whats got you thinking about a caravan? oh and this website is great for info and sites etc... http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/ EDIT: http://www.caravanclub.co.uk/media/2...%20caravan.pdf Last edited by volvorocks; Apr 19th, 2012 at 22:18. |
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Apr 19th, 2012, 22:58 | #7 |
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Thanks fellas
To answer volvorocks, I have 2 young boys and want them to experience as much of this country as possible before they discover beer, women and foreign holidays where you can rely on the weather lol Primarily, as with many people, the last 3 years or so have been pretty tough for us financially following the collapse of my business. Caravanning seems like a great way to get away for minimal cost and offers a little more flexibility if we don't like somewhere - hitch up and move on lol Thanks again for the replies
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There is a massive choice of sites from 'all singing all dancing sites',to quiet retreats full of nature and simple things like just sitting out with a beer enjoying the peace.Depends what you like really. You will learn as you go along,picking up tips and hints as you go. The best bit is arriving on site and reversing onto your pitch with an 'audience'..lol Awnings are good to have as you get an increase in space, although for short journeys away not worth the hassle. I found other caravanners helpful and friendly and a nice social event I packed up towing a few years ago and sold the van, although am looking again to start with a small van along the lines of Eriba or similar. Sorry to hear about your business,what were you in?Do you still do a similar thing Regards |
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I ran my own car sales business for a few years. It had always been my dream from being a small lad and I was absolutely devastated when I had to call it a day. I'm not the man I was, that is for sure. I made damn sure no customers got caught up in it though so you won't get to see me on Cowboy Traders or Watchdog . I'm still in the motor trade but it's not the same working for other people What actually sparked the discussion with my wife re caravanning was a day out last year to Dalby Forest (near Pickering). The boys had a blast and because I know the area like the back of my hand I was telling the wife about all the stuff within an hours drive of there - Scarborough, Flamingo Land, Dalby Forest, Whitby, N Yorks Moors and steam railway, York Railway Museum etc etc. She actually said "A caravan would be a bit handy" and that's where the seed was sown.........
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There is a nice site near Robin Hoods Bay IIRC at the top of the hill,cant remember the name, it overlooks the sea. I can let you know some decent sites. Did you have your own garage? Yes its not the same working for someone if you have been your own boss. Years ago used to buy the odd car for the missus, like Granada, Carltons, Jags,Rovers, around the 4/5/6 year old mark and run around in it till it sold. Equivalent to swapping your car 3 or 4 times a year. The games changed now and small cars are the thing. Why not do this? Regards |
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