Caravan Weight Myths
Myth 1: It is fine to have end weight (like toolboxes and spare wheels) as long as the front end is heavier than the back.
Reality: This is commonly believed. It is a very dangerous...
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...
Caravan Frame Guide
When it comes to caravan frames, is there any greater debate than timber versus aluminium? On the one one hand, aluminium doesn’t rot. On the other, neither does timber if it’s not exposed to...
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...
Top 10 RV Modifications
So you’re thinking about giving free-camping a go. You would like to travel without having to pay for caravan parks every night but you’re not sure whether your camper is equipped to do so. Well...
Caravan Water Worries Solved
The fresh water system is one of the most important aspects of any RV. After all, the ability to carry large quantities of fresh water, or draw it out of a river in order...
CNC Router in Action
Shopping for a new caravan? If so, you've probably come across the term 'CNC cut'. But what does that mean?
Essentially, the term 'CNC' stands for 'computer numerical control'. It's a sophisticated milling system that will,...
Legal Towing Essentials
It’s a common question: how do I know if my car can tow that caravan?
As you’ve probably noticed, there is a lot of advice on this topic, in printed magazines and in online forums....
Three tips to hitch your caravan
Hitching a caravan isn’t a dark art but, for the unwary, it can become complicated. These three top tips might make all the difference…
MEASURE TOWBALL DOWNLOAD
Not knowing how much weight is pushing on your...
True Grit: the Makings of an Offroad Caravan
Go RV sat down with Trakmaster's Russell Seebach for his take on the essential characteristics of a genuine offroad caravan...
