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Chris the Caravan Man
Добавлен 8 ноя 2021
Welcome to the channel! Our content is all about getting the most from your caravan, giving you an insight into how things work and how to keep your caravan in great condition all year round. As a ex-NCC approved service engineer Chris has first hand experience on common failures, misconceptions and myths around owning and using a caravan and will also guide you through keeping safe whilst using one.
Buying your first caravan
This is the first in a new series helping you start Caravanning. It will take you through finding the perfect layout to suit you, purchasing, campsites, storing your caravan, servicing and tow cars.
In this episode we look at Buying your first caravan.
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In this episode we look at Buying your first caravan.
#caravan #caravantips #caravanlife #youtube #touringcaravan #buyingacaravan #campsite #campsites #subscribe #support
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Видео
Odd Job Sunday - Changing Bailey sliding door runners
Просмотров 1766 месяцев назад
In this Video I change the runner units on the toilet door of our Bailey Pegasus Grande along with some other small jobs including a low battery message sent via the tracker app on my phone. We are away in a few weeks to York so it's time to start checking it over.... #youtube #youtuber #caravan #touringcaravan #caravanlife #diy #likeandsubscribe #baileypegasus #caravansofyoutube #vlogger #vlog...
Caravan Motor Movers - The most popular upgrade for your Caravan??
Просмотров 5046 месяцев назад
#caravan #caravanlife #youtube #caravanmotormover #powrtouch #touringcaravan #baileycaravan #twinaxle In this video I take a look at Motor Movers. Is it the most popular upgrade you can have for your caravan? How do they work? How they draw power from your leisure battery, why the Red Key is so awkward to access and some fault finding tips if things go wrong. On our Twin axle Bailey Pegasus Gra...
Update Video - What's been going on?? #caravan #caravanlife #caravanvlogger
Просмотров 606 месяцев назад
This video is a catch-up edition. After 2 trips in our new to us Pegasus Grande Bologna it's time for a quick run down and first impressions of our purchase including the surprise under the bed, an unexpected case of warm feet and constantly changing tee-shirts. I also update you on a few ideas for future content which will hopefully be coming your way in the next few weeks and may include 'Joc...
How to Change a Touring Caravan Battery
Просмотров 6227 месяцев назад
In this episode I change the Leisure Battery in my Caravan. A few days into our maiden trip we discovered a problem. Although the Battery voltage was stable the Battery was generating a lot of heat and I when checked on my @VictronEnergyBV battery sense it showed an alarming temperature. I take you through fitting a new battery, what to look for when things go wrong and why batteries get hot. #...
Looking after your Caravan Toilet
Просмотров 527 месяцев назад
This edition is all about touring caravan toilets. We all take them for granted at home but in a caravan it's a bit more involved, so in this video Chris shows you how to maintain, empty and prepare the toilet for use and how to drain them down for winterisation. #caravan #caravanning #caravanlife #caravanclub #caravantoilet #caravanengineer #caravantoiletchemicals #caravantoiletmaintenance
How to change a Caravan Gas Bottle
Просмотров 1977 месяцев назад
In this edition Chris takes you through how to change a Gas Bottle. He also covers Gas safety, what to do if you have a leak, the characteristics of Propane & Butane, what to do with gas over winter, what gas is best to use all year round. PLEASE READ...... Please be aware Gas is a Dangerous, Highly Flammable energy source and should be treated with respect. You should never attempt to repair o...
Security tips for your Caravan
Просмотров 1037 месяцев назад
In this Video Chris discusses Security options for your caravan and gives advice on insurance requirements and storage options. From trackers to hitch locks, wheel clamps to leg locks. Tracker used in this video is from company called trutrak.co.uk This channel is not endorsed or sponsored by any of the products used, these are item chosen by us to fit and review. #caravan #caravaning #caravanl...
First trip teaser!!
Просмотров 207 месяцев назад
Back from our first outing in our new to us Bailey Pegasus Bologna.....how did we get on?? Video coming soon!!
Upgrading a Caravan Solar Installation | Chris the Caravan Man
Просмотров 3528 месяцев назад
In this episode Chris upgrades the Solar Charge Controller on his caravan by removing a standard PWM unit and replacing it for a more efficient Victron Energy Smart Solar MPPT unit. Along side the change in Solar Charge Controller Chris also fit a Victron Energy Smart Battery Sense Monitor. Smart Battery Sense is a wireless battery voltage and temperature sensor for Victron MPPT Solar Chargers....
Installing an Avtex AMR985 | Chris the Caravan Man
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.8 месяцев назад
In this episode, Chris the Caravan Man installs a WiFi system from www.avtex.co.uk/ This step by step guide walks you through how to install and set up the system and offers hints and tips for smooth hassle-free fitting. ~ #caravan #caravanning #travel #holiday #caravanlife #caravanholiday #caravanhelp #caravantips #christhecaravanman
Caravan Pick Up Day | Chris the Caravan Man
Просмотров 5749 месяцев назад
Hi caravanning folk!! Welcome to the vlog! I did a lot of travelling recently in order to drop off our old caravan and then venture to collect our new twin axle Bailey Pegasus Grande! Exciting stuff! New videos coming soon where I will be installing our usual gadgets with helpful tips and tricks if you decide to fit your own gear. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more caravan content! See...
WE'RE BACK!! | Chris the Caravan Man
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WE'RE BACK!! | Chris the Caravan Man
Syncing a Powrtouch Motor Mover Handset
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Syncing a Powrtouch Motor Mover Handset
Touring Caravan Chassis Service | Servicing a Caravan, Pt. 2 | CTCM
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Touring Caravan Chassis Service | Servicing a Caravan, Pt. 2 | CTCM
Touring Caravan Habitation Service | Servicing a Caravan, Pt. 1 | CTCM
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Touring Caravan Habitation Service | Servicing a Caravan, Pt. 1 | CTCM
Season 2 Promo | The Caravan Talk Podcast | Chris the Caravan Man
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Season 2 Promo | The Caravan Talk Podcast | Chris the Caravan Man
Toilets and Toots | Ep. 4 | The Caravan Talk Podcast
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Toilets and Toots | Ep. 4 | The Caravan Talk Podcast
Jammie Dodger Stealing, Balancing Weight and Towing Safely | Ep. 3 | The Caravan Talk Podcast
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Jammie Dodger Stealing, Balancing Weight and Towing Safely | Ep. 3 | The Caravan Talk Podcast
Damp, Site Etiquette and Front Covers | Ep. 2 | The Caravan Talk Podcast #caravan #caravanvlog
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Damp, Site Etiquette and Front Covers | Ep. 2 | The Caravan Talk Podcast #caravan #caravanvlog
WiFi, Pitches and Levelling Obsessions | Ep. 1 | The Caravan Talk Podcast
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WiFi, Pitches and Levelling Obsessions | Ep. 1 | The Caravan Talk Podcast
Welcome to the Channel | Intro | Chris the Caravan Man
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Welcome to the Channel | Intro | Chris the Caravan Man
Avtex WiFi System Unboxing | Short | Chris the Caravan Man
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Avtex WiFi System Unboxing | Short | Chris the Caravan Man
Thanks Chris , i have an all steel narrowboat and currently have a little huwaii router and a poynting antenna which is attached to a 2ft magnetic pole ,its been on the boat since new since 2018 so both router and antenna are now quite old, i’m on O2 which does work pretty well across the country.. and mostly get a good 4g signal I’m wondering if this set up would work better/faster etc as its newer, the antennas on the router being inside the boat would they be able to pick up signal through the steel do you know?
Thanks for this video Chris, I'm trying to troubleshoot something at the moment. I have a manually engaging motor mover so it must be quite old. it started to become intermittent and I realised that the battery needed replacing. I have replaced the battery that seems to have plenty of amps. The motor mover is completely unresponsive. I replaced the battery in the controller and all the lights suggest that everything is working okay but that hasn't made any difference. No response from the mover at all. Any thoughts?
Hi Tom, Hope you had a great Christmas. There are usually two reasons why a mover can become unresponsive, one of which you have already done but checking and changing batteries etc. The other is occasionally the remote and control box will become unpaired if not used for a while. The easy way to check this is as follows. This can be done without engaging the mover to the wheels. Turn on the mover and handset making sure the LED's are lit on both and press any button as if you were using it as per normal, if connected or 'synced' you should hear a click coming from the control box in the caravan. If not the video link here will take you to a video to help you rectify this. ruclips.net/video/b3y1Zyk2m6M/видео.html Let me know how you get on 🙂
Thanks Chris for a very useful video. Now subscribed 😊👍
Correction - the aerial goes on the roof not the router - assume you got your wires crossed at 4:55 😅
Drilling my motorhome roof scares me lol
It is a nerve wracking experience but double check, check again and if still in doubt get a professional in lol
Common problem with Coachman Caravans. Excellent video. Job done!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for the video, been thinking of getting one of these for a while. When linking to a campsites Wi-Fi, does the Avtex broadcast the campsites Wi-Fi on the sites SSID (eg sample caravan park Wi-Fi) or does it take in the sites wifi and broadcast it back out on its own SSID - so you don’t need to change all your devices? Thanks
You can set it to look for the campsite WiFi in the ‘admin’ menu in the router. Instead of it looking for a mobile connection you can set it to hunt for a network. Just treat it as you would an internet connection at home, log on to your Avtex network as normal. I’ve used it several times via a sites connection as we mainly use CL’s which are usually quite remote with poor mobile reception.
Hi thanks for all the helpful vids. I've bought a twin axle caravan with a single powrtouch evolution move on but want to fit the same mover from my old van to make it awd. Can I pair 1 remote to the 2 boxes and is it the same procedure? Thanks again 👍🏻
Hi, sorry for the delay in replying. Yes you can. The boxes are identical so receive the same signal it’s just the wiring to the motors that is different.
Thanks Chris all sorted
Tried what you suggested but could you be more specific thanks
Hi ya, found the manual for the AWD. www.powrtouch.com/wp-content/upload. Pages 18 & 19 are the ones regarding motor wiring. I’ll be filming a dedicated motor mover episode soon
www.powrtouch.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Evolution-Twin-AWD-Auto-Instructions-FMCD-Issue-7.pdf
Try this one.
I have wired both front wheels to box 1 and both rear wheels to box 2
Sent you box 1 with both front wheels
I have just fitted it from old van to new van
Ah right ok, the second box power the rear set of movers. A common issue is wiring as it’s not the same as the front box/set of movers. The rear wiring is slightly different, main power cables stay the same but the thinner motor cables need to be swapped, motor 1 fitted to motor 2 output and motor 2 to motor 1 output. They also need the polarity reversed too, so red to minus and black to plus. This should sort everything out.
Help please my motor power touch evo 4WD won’t go left or right but will go back forward thanks Chris
Try running the mover off of the wheels and note the direction of rotation. Standing on the side with the habitation door both rollers should go clockwise and anti clockwise on the other side. When turning the caravan to the right the habitation side pair of motor should spin as normal and the other side should speed up and slow down and visa versa when turning left. Have you had any work done on it?
Hi could you help my powe touch evolution all wheel drive not turning left or right but will go back and forward
I need the pipe hose. Where did you buy it from please?
You can find them at any caravan accessory shop or online at Amazon or eBay. Should cost around £12.
@@christhecaravanman2589 perfect, I've just purchased one from Wolseley for actually £12
That's a lovely van, my old mate. I am looking forward to making some more content and drinking your tea. 😮 Jockey Wheel.
I'll be in touch mate!! Looking forward to it.
A bloody nightmare, holdups on a motorway, they take for ages to clear the problems.
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Thank you so much for that.
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Hi Chris,when I sync my remote I get the green and red light flashing and remote goes through the set up until the right hand green led is steady, the green light on box is steady but when I press a button on the remote the red light doesn't flash and you can't hear the relays clicking this is the same with the umbilicle cord connected,would this be a remote or control box issue,many thanks Paul.
Hi Chris, I have the same system. In the remote however , only a tesco 9v battery will work. i have tries duracell, and two other good brands. All batteries had plenty of power , tested with my voltmeter. have you come across this before? I have also bent slightly the contacts in the remote thinking this may help, but to no avail. The tesco battery is slightly bigger in size which must cause it to fit better and therefore work. Regards
It's like Top gear for caravans, hilarious with a small amount on topic lol