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  • Which Power Mover Do I Choose for My Van, Motorhome or Horse Float?

    Al-ko power mover

    One model of power mover called Al-ko comes with handle and clamp. It is an efficient caravan mover and comes with the original dual pawl ratchet system. This model can be mounted on either side of the drawbar allowing maximum manoeuvrability. It is fitted to the normal jockey wheel bracket and can be hurt to a height of 840mm. It comes with 12 months manufacturers warranty.

    Trojans Ezi-shifta ratchet jockey wheel

    Another model sold by Trojan states their Ezi-Shifta Ratchet Jockey wheel operation is easy and can handle moving 2 tonne on a flat surface with minimum effort. It has 3 functions-forward, backward and stop / lock. It is fitted with a 10 inch solid rubber wheel and has a load capacity of 280kgs.

    Arks-Ezimover

    Another type of power mover is the made by Ark and called Ezimover. It allows you to manoeuvre a caravan or trailer with lever action of the jockey wheel arm. If the blue buttons are folded out then it is set to reverse or forward. The lever action then allows the wheel to turn only in that direction and lock in the opposite direction. Rotating the shaft allows the RV vehicle to go sideways. Placing the blue button in the stop position will prevent free wheeling in any direction.

    Warning: This is not to be used as a parking brake.

    Advantages and specifications are the four functions:

    • forward,
    • reverse,
    • sideways and
    • lock
    • easy to operate
    • load capacity is 350kg
    • fitted with a 250mm solid rubber wheel

    This jockey wheel comes with the bolt on bracket however bolts are not included. Disadvantages: not to be used for tandem vans instead we would recommend a double wheel Maco mule only.

    Maco mule-single wheel

    This model has a lever ratchet operated jockey wheel for a single person to park a trailered vehicle or hitch it to the tow vehicle.

    Uniqueness

    • the ratchet arm can be moved up and down by one person to obtain a huge mechanical advantage and crank the traction wheel along
    • great for moving single axle vehicles like boats, caravans and trailers
    • comes with 12 month warranty

    Maco Mule Dual wheel

    This is another lever and ratchet operated jockey wheel suited for a single person in parking a tow vehicle or to hitch it to the tow vehicle.

    Uniqueness:

    • in moving the ratchet arm up and down a single person can gain a huge mechanical advantage and crank the traction wheel along
    • ideal for use with heavy trailers fitted with tandem axles or where greater traction is needed
    • 12 months manufacturers warranty

    Most of these models have a handle handle which is replaceable at your local caravan accessory shop.



    Source by Michael L Skinner

  • Nine Steps to Cleaning a Motorhome

    The strategy for cleaning a motorhome should be to start with the dirty jobs, then move to the more refined jobs and conclude with some finishing operations. Here is the 9 step guide to a full cleaning operation of your vehicle:

    1. Engine

    2. Wheels and Tyres

    3. Door Shuts

    4. Body Clean / Shampoo

    5. Interior Cleaning

    6. Tar Spots

    7. Body Polishing

    8. Glass / Acrylic Windows

    9. Finishing Jobs

    Engine: If you like to keep your engine and compartment clean, tackle this first. Note any instructions provided in your vehicle handbook and cover electronic components with plastic. Ensure the engine is both cold and switched off. The procedure is to use cleaner, agitate with brush and then rinse with water. Pressure cleaners can cause engine damage.

    Wheel and Tyres: Ensure wheels and brakes are cold. Attend to one wheel at a time and complete fully before moving to the next wheel as some cleaning agents should not be allowed to dry onto the wheel. Use a leaning agent, agitate with brush and hose off with water. Attend to the wheel rims, covers and then the tyres.

    Door Shuts: Use a grease remover on door shuts and wheel arches.

    Body Clean / Shampoo: Use a purpose designed caravan cleaner or shampoo product. For stubborn marks like algae marks, streaks, bird lime etc use a more industrial type cleaner such as an engine cleaner – agitate with brush and rinse with water.

    Interior: Use upholstery products and follow instructions to clean fabric seats and cushions. Use a small area or cushion rear to test to see if it will cause discolouration. Ensure all windows are open for ventilation when cleaning the interior. If possible dry cushions externally in dry sunny or breezy conditions.

    Tar Removal: Use a proprietary tar removal product such as Auto Glym to remove any tar spots before commencing any body polishing.

    Body Polish: Check to see the most appropriate polishing agent for your body material. If an aluminium type surface, either stucco or dimpled, it’s best not to apply any polishing agent as this can damage the paint applied to aluminium surface. However on all other surfaces use a standard vehicle polishing product and use as per instructions, being careful to avoid black plastic components.

    Windows: Note the difference between your vehicles glass and acrylic windows and never use a cleaning product on the incorrect window type. Be particularly careful with your acrylic windows as these are easily scratched. These windows must be cleaned with an acrylic window cleaning agent only. Typically they are to be sprayed on to the window and removed quickly with a paper towel.

    Finishing Jobs: All black plastic components such as mirror housing, door handles and bumpers can be revived with a bumper cleaner. Finally address the tyres with tyre dressing treatment to give your vehicle that showroom look.

    Whether preparing your vehicle for a sale or you just want to be the smartest looking vehicle in the park, the tips above should help you the clean and maintain your motorhome.



    Source by Myles Long

  • Motorhome Body Repairs: Do You Know What Your Motorhome Is Made Of? Advice On Repair

    Motorhome Body Repairs: Do You Know What Your Motorhome Is Made Of? Advice On Repair

    Plastic mouldings ABS and GRP

    Quite often, front panels are made from acrylic capped ABS plastic and some manufacturers have been known to use a gauge too thin for the purpose. These have been replaced under warranty in the event of failure, but this is not good news as this a standard material now for the fronts of caravans.

    Different types of plastic

    GRP (often called fibreglass) is usually rough on the unseen face and smooth on the other.

    ABS plastic is normally smooth and shiny on both sides except when it is used for dark coloured bumpers where it tends to have a textured finish.

    Although ABS can be repaired if necessary, there are far more GRP repairers out there who do a great job, partly because it is easier to match colours with GRP. Caravan repairers generally prefer to replace complete mouldings, which can be expensive. If you wish to attempt your own repairs, then in the UK you can buy Sikaflex 512 adhesive sealant and a surface filling compound. For more permanent repairs there are purpose formulated ABS repair kits which are more expensive at about £100.

    Sheet GRP panels

    These are often used in place of sheet aluminium which was used in the past. Skilful specialists can repair localised damage.

    Monocoque body shells

    These single moulded structures give massive strength and light weight. There seam free construction ensures there is never any ingress of water problems.

    Aluminium skin

    This was the traditional cladding for caravans, pre painted aluminium sheet. These are always full of holes as there are loads of screws holding all the external parts, like lights, number plates etc. When the bedding sealant fails, the caravan starts to leak and this is the normal demise of the previously dry van. When a caravan made like this receives damage, the normal strategy is to patch it up with a new piece of aluminium over the damage.

    About campervan conversions

    Campervans use their original vehicles steel bodies, so they are just repaired at a car body shop, just like a car would be. This is quite an attractive proposition when you think that any other body types may involve long waits for parts to arrive.



    Source by Rick Lomas

  • Motorhome Holiday Ideas – Five Great UK Destinations

    The British Isles are blessed with incredible natural beauty and travellers come from all over the world to experience what England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland have to offer. If you are flying to the UK and plan on hiring a motorhome for the first time, or indeed if you are a seasoned motorhome holidaymaker but are short of ideas on where to drive, here are five tips on great UK destinations that have camping facilities within easy reach.

    1. Pistyll Rhaeadr, Powys, Wales

    Difficult to pronounce unless you’re Welsh, Pistyll Rhaeadr (which means ‘spring of the waterfall’) is the highest waterfall in Wales. With a drop of over 75 metres, this natural wonder is simply stunning and is set in amazing scenery, offering great hiking and walking possibilities. You can navigate your way along trails from the bottom of the gorge up to the top of the falls so you can view it from both vantage points. For the adventurous, the Berwyn Mountains are further upstream and offer stunning views.

    2. Giant’s Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

    Formed from the cooling of lava some 50 to 60 million years ago, legend has it that the world-famous Giant’s Causeway on the County Antrim coast was created by Finn MacCool for a fight with a Scottish giant. Whatever its genesis – be it magical or geological – the Causeway is a truly unique rock formation, resembling a series of granite stepping stones big enough to accommodate giant feet. Well worth a visit.

    3. Cheddar Gorge, Somerset

    At the southern end of the Mendip Hills, the intrepid traveller find England’s deepest gorge, an impressive 150m deep chasm carved from the limestone cliffs. Take the Clifftop Gorge Walk, a three-mile round trip, or take an open-top bus ride if that sounds like too much work. The area offers excellent caving, hiking and climbing opportunities.

    4. Loch Lomond, Scotland

    Lying on the boundary between the Highlands and the lowlands of central Scotland, Loch Lomond is the largest lake in mainland Britain at 24 miles long with a maximum depth of about 620 feet. As well as the stunning natural scenery, the area offers excellent golfing facilities, hiking, rock climbing and watersports. In particular, the loch contains around 60 islands – what writer HV Morton referred to as “those beautiful green tangled islands that lie like jewels on its surface” – and many of them can be explored by boat.

    5. Scafell Pike, Lake District

    England’s highest mountain is Scafell Pike, which rises 3,209 feet out of the beautiful Lake District. Not very high by Himalayan standards, but still a glorious sight. Make the Pike your motorhome destination, and enjoy the wonders of the Lake District while you’re at it. Camping and motorhome facilities dot the area. Check with motorhome drivers’ information websites before you travel to review the best ones.



    Source by Michael D. Hall

  • Motorhome Rental for Camping Holidays

    Motorhome Rental for Camping Holidays

    The natural beauty of New Zealand is unmatched by any other destination, which is what makes it such a great country for camping holidays. With a motorhome rental in NZ, you will be able to explore the entire country and all of the best camping destinations throughout, no matter what you might be looking for. Christmas in summer and sunshine in many places throughout the year are what make this country different, allowing every family to have a great holiday no matter what they might be looking for.

    Camping isn’t what everyone thinks it is in New Zealand. While there is a fair share of tent camping locations throughout the country, there are also hundreds of campgrounds and holiday parks that cater to motorhome rental in NZ, including access to electrical hook-ups, motels, private cabins, and even apartment-style suites where you can stay on your holiday. These parks are designed around interaction and fun activities, and they offer something to entertain just about any guest that comes along. The campervan sites charge on a per-person basis in most cases, and are quite affordable. You can choose from a variety of commercial parks and campgrounds that are offered by the Department of Conservation, ensuring that you will find the perfect place to camp on your travels.

    One of the best parts of motorhome rental in NZ is that you can drive around as often as you want and stay at a different camp every single night if you wish. Because the islands are so small and have so many different camping opportunities, you can easily drive around the countryside, stop in small towns and villages along the way, and traverse the length of the country on holiday while staying at various camps along the way.

    Camping holidays in New Zealand are popular for many different reasons. Families and individuals who like to get out and enjoy the great outdoors can appreciate this country for a variety of different reasons. Check out motorhome rental in NZ for yourself and see what you can find to enjoy on your first kiwi holiday. Because of the beauty and natural landscape of New Zealand, there is really no better way to get the full experience than to take a camping holiday. You will be able to see more and appreciate nature much better when you are camping than if you stay in a hotel in the city.



    Source by Merav Benaia

  • Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist for Used Motorhome, RV, Campers and 5th Wheels

    Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist for Used Motorhome, RV, Campers and 5th Wheels

    Buying a used RV is not as simple as it may seem. It can be especially difficult are you are going to be living in the motorhome or 5th wheel for any amount of time. It could be likened to buying a car and a house at the same time, except this house has wheel and goes 65 miles per hour, and this car has a stove and shower.

    For this reason, it is crucial to have some great checklists to go over to ensure you find any problems there might be. Sellers usually will not tell you each and every issue they know of. Some sellers will try to hide known problems. As the saying goes: "Buyer Beware".

    Using your checklist to look over used vehicles at the used RV Dealer is equally important. The dealer makes his commission no matter how long the RV runs for you, so it's really up to you to make sure you get a good rig!

    So let's save you time, money, and frustration and give you some of the key things to look over when viewing a used RV, Camper, Motorhome, Class AB or C, or 5th Wheel for the first time:

    Oil Analysis – As with any vehicle, oil is the lifeblood of the engine. Checking the oil is a great start to ensure the integrity of the engine. If the oil smells burnt, is unusual in color or consistency, is too low or too high, you may have a problem on your hands.

    Rust – Rust is the natuaral breakdown of iron or a metal with iron in it. Rust is much worse in parts of the country with snow and salt on the roads. Purchasing RV's from the south can help with rust problems, but they will usually cost a bit more. Do a complete rust check. If there is structural rust on the frame, AVOID THE RV AT ALL COSTS. You are buying an RV at the end of its life.

    Service Records – Thses will show whether the previous owners did regualar maintenance, on the rig. It will also show you how many previous owners there have been. And, if they do not have any paperwork- why not?

    NOTE: If the VIN number on the service records or receives does not match the vehicle you are purchasing then obviously that paperwork is meaningless.

    Financing your RV – Many companies offer better financing for certain preferred builders and even certain models, especially those that have the lowest depreciation. The purchase of any used rv for business should not be done without a thorough evaluation of the finance options that are attached to it. Some banks will not finance a commercial vehicle until it has passed a DOT inspection, some offer lower rates for "occasional use", and some charge a higher percentage rate if you plan to "live aboard".

    RV Insurance – this can be a real "dream breaker". How will you tell your family that you got a great deal on the rv for them and fixed it up real nice, but … well nobody will insure it because it's too old, or the brakes are after a market, or there was a recall on it. Rv converters, how would you like to finish your rv repairs with $ 30,000 in renovations only to learn it's uninsurable with normal companies due to "gross vehicle weight issues".

    In my opinion, learning enough about RV's to make an educated buying decision is just good common sense. What you learn before you get the RV will certainly carry over into what you'll need to know to keep your new rig in tip-top shape while you are on the road later.



    Source by Frank Fairview