Caravan Ball Weight Test
Hitch up a van and a couple of things happen. One, the anticipation of the journey ahead will build. And two, a transfer of weight occurs – the weight previously resting on the jockey...
Solar Myths for Caravans and Motorhomes
The issue of solar for caravans and motorhomes is surrounded by innuendo and outright untruths. Here, we bust 10 of the most common myths.
Myth 1: All solar modules are much the same so buy...
Fuel Test: Caravan Versus Pop-Top
Fuel. It is the biggest hip-pocket burden of all RVers, especially those who are not stopped in one place for a significant period of time.
Pop-tops, therefore, have long been an object of appeal. Because...
Meet the Mawby Hook
One of my pet hates is fiddling with D-shackles every time I need to hitch or unhitch my caravan. I often find D-shackles difficult, partly because I'm always in a rush to set-up and...
Advice: Caravan Suspension
The suspension is what rests between the vehicle and the vagaries of the terrain. It cushions the ride, making it more comfortable. But more importantly, the suspension absorbs road shock and prevents these forces...
No Sun? Recharge Your Solar Generator Anyway!
I’ve been advocating for portable lithium power stations, or solar generators as they are also known, for some time now. I’ve been using various models of solar generator out in the field for more...
Cowfish VanConnect 5G Wi-Fi Router Installation!
As a family of five with three children very close in age, it was important for us to have a reliable internet connection as we travelled this wonderful vast country of ours. Previously, we...
Caravan Roll Over: The Facts
Caravans and their tow vehicles rarely jack-knife and roll over. But when they do, the consequences are severe.
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While countless ‘explanations’ are rife, the cause has long been known. It is...
How To Size Up Your Caravan Battery Needs
I remember when I bought my first camper trailer. It was a fairly basic affair. Not much more than a 6x4 trailer with a heavy axle and big 4WD wheels and tyres. The list...
Weighing Caravan Payload
Caravan payload. There’s no getting around this crucial aspect of caravanning. Everything you load into your van, from the water in the tanks to the flour in the cupboard, will erode the payload allowance...
