As a single lady of 65 just bought my first caravan to have on my own , the ex used to do everything whilst i filled water hogs lol so its very helpful to watch a video like this thanks
Thank you for the " talk through". I've just bought my first caravan and you've helped me create a mental picture of some of the steps to set up. I've only ever owned Class C motorhome in the US...which are quite different from UK/ European units. My " new caravan " is a Vanroyce 450/2EK from'93. So hopefully - no tears ,just cold beers with my feet up!
Quite literally just about to go pick up my first caravan. I'm sure I shall be watching this again several times over the next day or two. Good stuff, very informative.
I wish I’d known this when I first started caravan trips although I hardly ever used my toilet cassette because all I had was an old Thompson Glendale and you couldn’t be bigger than twiggy to sit. I bought the caravan for £250 and it towed easily with my Datsun sunny 1.3 deluxe and even now about 25 plus years later I still miss it. I spent a lot of time repairing and under sealing the van and yes I know she didn’t look all that great but she saw me through a lot of heavy down pours and she kept on ticking but the one thing I do regret using to paint the outside of her was a cellulose paint, anyhoo I’m so for rambling on but you’re very helpful video brought back beautiful memories of my van so keep up the great work. 👍👍🏴
After a ten year gap we're about to return to caravaning. It's amazing what you think you remember and clearly don't ! So this has been really useful. I'm making notes ..Thanks !
Excellent once again, love this channel. Planning to buy a Caravan soon to tour the UK with my kids to get them away from XBOX and WiFi and to discover all the lovely places in this country and overseas also. Your videos have made it all seem much less daunting. I love the idea of using a site with fewer amenities on occasion to become self-sufficient and teach the kids about solar energy and using resources carefully, so many good lessons in Caravanning! We were regular campers (tents) but some cold nights and the general pain of setting up the tent each time has moved me on to Caravans now. Thanks guys!
Thank you guys. We were looking at buying a motorhome but have since decided on a caravan. Am pleased to say, pick up our 1st ever touring caravan next weekend!!!! Your videos have been a wealth of information and now so excited to go get out there........ Our lil old 2013 Swift Challenger will be awesome thanks to what you've shown us. Keep up the good work and Happy Caravaning???????
That’s us. Watching this video has been very helpful, as we have no idea. I think we should allocate ourselves jobs to do to prevent getting under one another’s feet on arrival. I’m concerned that I might not get the heating and water correct. Watch this space 😱
Very informative. Getting our first ever caravan later this week, having been motorhome users for a few years. Really learning a lot through watching your vids. Thank you.
When putting the water pump into the aqua-roll, ensure the roll is as close as possible to the van to enable the pump to work even when the water level gets a bit low, i.e. keep it under the water. Leaving a lot of the hose outside the roll, means you can not pump the water below the pumps position.
What a great video to follow. We are complete newbies and going out for the first time this weekend with our caravan. You make it look so easy. Thank you.
Glad it helped, and genuinely after a couple of goes - it becomes second nature. Our very 1st outing took 4 hours to set up. These days (without awning) it’s about 30mins or so.
Very informative for persons new to caravanning. Just one point though. " Pay close attention to the on site speed limits." But not apparently, to the on site road signs! :)
Excellent video as usual. Your videos are very interesting and can’t wait to get my own caravan! One thing you did forget was the corner Steadies! And that levelling the caravan front to back should be done using the jockey wheel.
Hi Dave, i make reference to leaving front to back & the corner steadies at 3:02 in this video, also I have included a link to our levelling video which goes into further detail regarding how to level a caravan. This video is really a high level overview, and im sure you can imagine each topic could go into another 20mins just discussing that item at length. I hope that helps, when are you getting your own caravan ? im sure you will really enjoy the adventures, and I really hope our content is helping you. Let us know when you collect a 'van Take care Dan
Another great video-thanks. I wish this was around when we started as first couple of times out are daunting. I'm really glad that other guests are so helpful as twisting the electric plug was new to me and I thought I'd broken the van first time out! For newbies I hope you follow this up with "leaving a caravan site" video. Keep up the good work.
HI, well if you look in Practical Caravan i have written 4 part series taking in the entire life cycle of a caravan holiday, which includes leaving. Its out now in the shops. Dan
hi guys great video you levelled the caravan from side to side but never showed the best way to sort out levelling front and back. I am new to caravanning so watch many of your videos to gain knowledge thanks
A very good a safe point made about plugging the power lead in to the caravan FIRST! I've seen people plugging in at the bollard first then walking around with a live plug!!!!!! Something to bear in mind
Thank you, and how many motorhomes have you spotted that just unplug from the unit, and not the post - leaving the cable live and on the floor... grrr. Take care Dan
Hi Dan, Sorry to be pedantic, but before you unhitch the car you should ensure the caravan handbrake is applied then it doesn't roll off the levelling ramp ??. Or put handbrake on before disconnecting motor mover. great vid though very useful for newbies. Loved Trudgfest even though we dont do cooking on a CADAC . can't wait wait for next time!!, congrats for the amount of money yourself, Andy & Ian raised , no doubt with some help from your other halves. Craig & Kristen.
Why put on the handbrake after the caravan is level and securely pitched and the motor movers have been disengaged? Drum brakes stick and lock if applied for any length of time.
Thanks for this 😀 Is there a tip for moving onto the levelling block when using a motor mover? We found once the wheel started to go up the block the other side went faster and the caravan sort of went lopsided as if going in circles 😳🙈. Thanks again. Carol
Hi Carol, yes indeed there is. I rest against the side of the caravan, just to gently push against the van that is trying to turn towards me, this keeps it straight while going up the ramp. If you do this, make sure you chock the wheels and apply the hand brake before releasing the motor mover, it will want to move a bit more once the tension has been released. Hope that helps. D
I'm fairly new to using a caravan so this help is great, thanks very much. Can I just point something out please, at 3.28 you mentioned the gas, but nothing else was mentioned about this. Other than that, this video was very helpful, thanks again.
A recommendation just once all the legs are down on the caravan just take off the handbrake. This allows you to move the caravan if it gets colder and the handbrake freezes up and also do it when I storage just put all 4 legs down and take off the handbrake.
An essential point for the basic order of things to do, is that the boiler should be filled and hot water taps fully purged BEFORE mains heater is turned on. Or check that the water heater is off, either before or as soon as the mains is connected.
Hi Simon, thats not strictly true. The caravan in this video has Alde, and it is perfectly fine to switch on the system with no water in the tank. Also, the Truma system (in our current caravan) has an auto shut off for the heating element if no water is in the tank. as described in the hand books of both caravans This was a case in older systems, but in the last 20+ years or so there have been safety items in place to prevent the burning of heating elements. Take care Dan
I'm in Canada and my first reaction was disbelief ! Wow........not at all like here. This was simple enough. Are all 'caravans' set up like this ? Interesting and is it much the same in Europe ? I'll have to check that out. Here a 'caravan' is called either a 'travel trailer' which is hitched (coupled) to the rear like in this video, then we have 'Fifth wheels' which is coupled like a large commercial trailer. They are generally larger 'caravans' (4 to 7 tons) requiring a large towing vehicle. Our 'caravans' all come with built in tanks (25 to 100 gals) for fresh water (drinking water) a second tank for grey water and a third tank for black (Toilet waste) water. Most caravan parks (not all) have all the services at each individual camp site so we hook up electrical and fresh water directly to the caravan and all waste (Grey and black) directly to the on site sewer system. When 'boondocking' which means camping with no services, we just prefill the fresh water tank before setting up. Generally the waste tanks are good for 4 to 5 days before they require emptying. We find dump stations at all campsites and at some road side service stations. You just pull up along side and connect the hoses (4" hoses) and open the waste gates from the tanks. If it wasn't for this virus I'd love to visit the UK and Europe and try my hand at your style of caravanning. In the UK (Is everything done backwards ?) I noticed that even the height adjustment was done in reverse to us that is you turn clockwise to lower the jack and the same to lower the stabilizers. The results are all the same. This was interesting and fun ! For those who are interested here is our standard travel trailer set up: (ruclips.net/video/OaqGoEz32uU/видео.html) I admit, the video is long but it does show the basics of our caravans.
Just noticed you twisted the electrics when you plugged it in caught me out when I first started caravanning some twist some plug straight in worth a mention for newbies lol
It's a safety feature of the Caravan & Motorhome club sites. I've personally not seen that anywhere else & yes, it does catch people out! (Including me) Personally, I think it's a good idea
Had the embarrassment of sending the wife up to the site office to say our electric wasn't working on our first caravan club site. Had I twisted it? I had not!
i knew i missed something. This caught me out right at the beginning too. I will be following up with a video on EHU posts, current rating and what to do if a post or van has tripped. Look out for that soon. D
Thanks for the video. We're picking up our caravan next weekend, so this video will certainly help a lot. Could you do a tutorial on how to operate the alde heating system?
HI Andy, a great point - ive tried to make this as generic as possible. I will be following up my levelling video and this video with a specific point on those who have ALKO secure and lining up the receiver. Dan
Brilliant video. After I have pressurised the water system, do I leave the pump switch in the on position. First time caravaner. Any help would be appreciated..
Hello Dan, did you fit your tv bracket to your van or was it already there , how out you recommend fitting one , ours is a coachman laser 875, could you do a vlog on yours … many thanks Clive
I wish you had of shown the detail of front to back leveling as well as lowering the steadies. ie does it matter what order you drop the legs, and how tight to the ground they should be. How to get rid of a ‘wobble’ when moving round inside the van etc.
I always put a spirit level just inside the door on the floor depends how level your pitch is you might need to put some flat pieces of wood under your corner legs once level wind down the legs, but never use the legs to level a caravan they are not designed for holding to much weight, you can also use a cordless drill with an attachment to wind the legs up and down, and don't forget to put the handbrake on or put wood behind and Infront of the wheels.
Hi Great Video, I'm about to head off towing for the first time in 16 years since I last towed!! Can I ask where did you get the grey waste adaptor plumbing thingy at about 5.40 mins.
You'll be able to pick one up from amazon...www.amazon.co.uk/BITS4REASONS-FLOPLAST-PLUMBING-FITTINGS-STANDARD/dp/B07QL12PXD/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=waste+adaptor+for+caravan&qid=1602105868&quartzVehicle=29-403&replacementKeywords=waste+adaptor+for&sr=8-2
Hi Barry, i assume you are referring to the corner steadies ? i make reference to this at 3:09, and also there is a link to levelling a caravan that includes a segment on the corner steadies. Hope that helps. Dan
so that water drum is something you leave outside and just stick the pump in it? It doesnt have interlnal tank? I have the blue pump aswell - the older version. I thought it fills up some tank so I just got a bucket threw that in, but no pump action for me - Caravan is connected to CEE electricity on site, but PUMP on does nothing. no water. I have the SWIFT caravan from 2003
Hi Interesting video Don't forget if you can to consider the sunrise and sunset and shade .So the morning sun/heat doesn't wake you up too early or the kids if they're in a tent . I also use an inline meter on the electric so have a check on the Kilowatt/hours if you're not paying a fixed rate for the lecky . And I've got different lengths of cable depending on how far the electric pillar is .(10m,25m and 50m )
Mate... I've not got a caravan nor have I ever had a one, but if I did this is the exact type of video I'll be looking for very informative and clear directions good man keep up the good work 👌🏻 also this caravan and camping club is it ok for only tents??
@@Peter-sm2rs peter your a good man, thank you very much for your reply, do you know if they have anything close to the Yorkshire dales, lake district or peak?or if you know anywhere with nice scenery or hiking tralis that you could recommend that would be great, thank you again :)
hehe, don't panic - there is a lot of information, and to be fair- there is no picture of the steadies on the video. However, check out our video on levelling a caravan, and that should answer a bit more about steadies and levelling. Hope that helps
As a single lady of 65 just bought my first caravan to have on my own , the ex used to do everything whilst i filled water hogs lol so its very helpful to watch a video like this thanks
Thank you for the " talk through". I've just bought my first caravan and you've helped me create a mental picture of some of the steps to set up. I've only ever owned Class C motorhome in the US...which are quite different from UK/ European units. My " new caravan " is a Vanroyce 450/2EK from'93. So hopefully - no tears ,just cold beers with my feet up!
Quite literally just about to go pick up my first caravan. I'm sure I shall be watching this again several times over the next day or two. Good stuff, very informative.
Me too!
I wish I’d known this when I first started caravan trips although I hardly ever used my toilet cassette because all I had was an old Thompson Glendale and you couldn’t be bigger than twiggy to sit. I bought the caravan for £250 and it towed easily with my Datsun sunny 1.3 deluxe and even now about 25 plus years later I still miss it. I spent a lot of time repairing and under sealing the van and yes I know she didn’t look all that great but she saw me through a lot of heavy down pours and she kept on ticking but the one thing I do regret using to paint the outside of her was a cellulose paint, anyhoo I’m so for rambling on but you’re very helpful video brought back beautiful memories of my van so keep up the great work. 👍👍🏴
After a ten year gap we're about to return to caravaning.
It's amazing what you think you remember and clearly don't !
So this has been really useful. I'm making notes ..Thanks !
I have a caravan
New caravaner here, great little tutorial which I have bookmarked for the first trip away ! Especially like the sanity check cup of tea
Excellent once again, love this channel. Planning to buy a Caravan soon to tour the UK with my kids to get them away from XBOX and WiFi and to discover all the lovely places in this country and overseas also. Your videos have made it all seem much less daunting. I love the idea of using a site with fewer amenities on occasion to become self-sufficient and teach the kids about solar energy and using resources carefully, so many good lessons in Caravanning! We were regular campers (tents) but some cold nights and the general pain of setting up the tent each time has moved me on to Caravans now. Thanks guys!
Thank you guys.
We were looking at buying a motorhome but have since decided on a caravan.
Am pleased to say, pick up our 1st ever touring caravan next weekend!!!!
Your videos have been a wealth of information and now so excited to go get out there........
Our lil old 2013 Swift Challenger will be awesome thanks to what you've shown us.
Keep up the good work
and Happy Caravaning???????
Brilliantly concise. Should include this video with the manual when anyone buys their first caravan. Top work.
That’s us. Watching this video has been very helpful, as we have no idea. I think we should allocate ourselves jobs to do to prevent getting under one another’s feet on arrival. I’m concerned that I might not get the heating and water correct. Watch this space 😱
We are looking into getting a caravan (after being tent owners) - this video is perfect for complete newbies. Thank you!
Great little video, just bought our first caravan, that all made sense, don’t feel quite so daunted now, thank you. 👍
Just bought our first caravan and now I feel much more confident when we take her on her maiden voyage. Away to watch much more of your videos.
Good walk through and I like the Sanity check cup of tea as a simple way to check it all.
Thank you very very much 🙏 for an amazing knowledge. We’re going to use the caravan for our first time. Cheers
Glad it was helpful!
Very informative. Getting our first ever caravan later this week, having been motorhome users for a few years. Really learning a lot through watching your vids. Thank you.
When putting the water pump into the aqua-roll, ensure the roll is as close as possible to the van to enable the pump to work even when the water level gets a bit low, i.e. keep it under the water. Leaving a lot of the hose outside the roll, means you can not pump the water below the pumps position.
This is why caravaners are special.
Wow what a fantastic video for our first caravan holiday this year CANT wait 😊😊
Excellent, thank you. Just got our caravan cant wait to use it for the first time.
Love the “Sanity Check Cup of Tea”! First class advice :-)
We've just bought our first caravan, your videos are excellent, we're making tick off lists for the first few trips using your suggestions, thanks.
Lovely to watch such a thorough demo
Really helpful as usual "Trudgies." So calm and confident. Keep the videos going please.
What a great video to follow. We are complete newbies and going out for the first time this weekend with our caravan. You make it look so easy. Thank you.
Glad it helped, and genuinely after a couple of goes - it becomes second nature. Our very 1st outing took 4 hours to set up. These days (without awning) it’s about 30mins or so.
Informative to anyone is new to caravanning, safe travels
Jezzer & team did a jolly interesting video on blowing up a caravan. Ripping wheeze!
Amazing video thank you
Brilliant video. Newbie caravan owner so your video is amazing
New to caravanning very informative and helpful, cheers guys .
Very informative for persons new to caravanning. Just one point though. " Pay close attention to the on site speed limits." But not apparently, to the on site road signs! :)
Excellent video as usual. Your videos are very interesting and can’t wait to get my own caravan! One thing you did forget was the corner Steadies! And that levelling the caravan front to back should be done using the jockey wheel.
Hi Dave, i make reference to leaving front to back & the corner steadies at 3:02 in this video, also I have included a link to our levelling video which goes into further detail regarding how to level a caravan.
This video is really a high level overview, and im sure you can imagine each topic could go into another 20mins just discussing that item at length.
I hope that helps, when are you getting your own caravan ? im sure you will really enjoy the adventures, and I really hope our content is helping you.
Let us know when you collect a 'van
Take care
Dan
Another great video-thanks. I wish this was around when we started as first couple of times out are daunting. I'm really glad that other guests are so helpful as twisting the electric plug was new to me and I thought I'd broken the van first time out! For newbies I hope you follow this up with "leaving a caravan site" video. Keep up the good work.
HI, well if you look in Practical Caravan i have written 4 part series taking in the entire life cycle of a caravan holiday, which includes leaving.
Its out now in the shops.
Dan
Good little video, you made it look very easy and stress free. Just how we do it 👍
Very helpful thanks for making this helpful video.
hi guys great video you levelled the caravan from side to side but never showed the best way to sort out levelling front and back. I am new to caravanning so watch many of your videos to gain knowledge thanks
I remember doing this with ours. I still miss our caravan.
Thanks very much - we are about to buy a caravan and this has really helped give us confidence.
Thank You, so informative, clear and concise.
Very helpful and well explained. Thank you! :)
A very good a safe point made about plugging the power lead in to the caravan FIRST! I've seen people plugging in at the bollard first then walking around with a live plug!!!!!! Something to bear in mind
Thank you, and how many motorhomes have you spotted that just unplug from the unit, and not the post - leaving the cable live and on the floor... grrr.
Take care
Dan
Oh that does wind me up!!!!!! BTW I'm currently away in my wobble box down in Cornwall. Stunning weather too :D
Really helpful and clear, thank you
Hi Dan,
Sorry to be pedantic, but before you unhitch the car you should ensure the caravan handbrake is applied then it doesn't roll off the levelling ramp ??. Or put handbrake on before disconnecting motor mover.
great vid though very useful for newbies.
Loved Trudgfest even though we dont do cooking on a CADAC .
can't wait wait for next time!!, congrats for the amount of money yourself, Andy & Ian raised , no doubt with some help from your other halves.
Craig & Kristen.
Why put on the handbrake after the caravan is level and securely pitched and the motor movers have been disengaged? Drum brakes stick and lock if applied for any length of time.
Really informative and great tips. Thank you 👍🏻
I’ve just deja vu moment, read your article in Practical Caravan last week! Nice one Dan 👍
Dan is definitely James. Reckon Tom could be a good Jezza :D
Thanks for this 😀 Is there a tip for moving onto the levelling block when using a motor mover? We found once the wheel started to go up the block the other side went faster and the caravan sort of went lopsided as if going in circles 😳🙈. Thanks again. Carol
Hi Carol, yes indeed there is. I rest against the side of the caravan, just to gently push against the van that is trying to turn towards me, this keeps it straight while going up the ramp.
If you do this, make sure you chock the wheels and apply the hand brake before releasing the motor mover, it will want to move a bit more once the tension has been released.
Hope that helps.
D
The Trudgians thank you! 😀
I'm fairly new to using a caravan so this help is great, thanks very much. Can I just point something out please, at 3.28 you mentioned the gas, but nothing else was mentioned about this. Other than that, this video was very helpful, thanks again.
Love your videos very informative.
Brilliant thanks for that
No problem 👍
A recommendation just once all the legs are down on the caravan just take off the handbrake. This allows you to move the caravan if it gets colder and the handbrake freezes up and also do it when I storage just put all 4 legs down and take off the handbrake.
I'm just stating out, thank you very helpful.
Great video we are about to buy our first caravan
good info thanks
An essential point for the basic order of things to do, is that the boiler should be filled and hot water taps fully purged BEFORE mains heater is turned on. Or check that the water heater is off, either before or as soon as the mains is connected.
Hi Simon, thats not strictly true. The caravan in this video has Alde, and it is perfectly fine to switch on the system with no water in the tank. Also, the Truma system (in our current caravan) has an auto shut off for the heating element if no water is in the tank. as described in the hand books of both caravans
This was a case in older systems, but in the last 20+ years or so there have been safety items in place to prevent the burning of heating elements.
Take care
Dan
I'm in Canada and my first reaction was disbelief ! Wow........not at all like here. This was simple enough. Are all 'caravans' set up like this ? Interesting and is it much the same in Europe ? I'll have to check that out. Here a 'caravan' is called either a 'travel trailer' which is hitched (coupled) to the rear like in this video, then we have 'Fifth wheels' which is coupled like a large commercial trailer. They are generally larger 'caravans' (4 to 7 tons) requiring a large towing vehicle. Our 'caravans' all come with built in tanks (25 to 100 gals) for fresh water (drinking water) a second tank for grey water and a third tank for black (Toilet waste) water. Most caravan parks (not all) have all the services at each individual camp site so we hook up electrical and fresh water directly to the caravan and all waste (Grey and black) directly to the on site sewer system. When 'boondocking' which means camping with no services, we just prefill the fresh water tank before setting up. Generally the waste tanks are good for 4 to 5 days before they require emptying. We find dump stations at all campsites and at some road side service stations. You just pull up along side and connect the hoses (4" hoses) and open the waste gates from the tanks. If it wasn't for this virus I'd love to visit the UK and Europe and try my hand at your style of caravanning. In the UK (Is everything done backwards ?) I noticed that even the height adjustment was done in reverse to us that is you turn clockwise to lower the jack and the same to lower the stabilizers. The results are all the same. This was interesting and fun ! For those who are interested here is our standard travel trailer set up: (ruclips.net/video/OaqGoEz32uU/видео.html) I admit, the video is long but it does show the basics of our caravans.
great vid
You say place close attention to the speed limit as you blast straight through a stop line :)
It was a closed site for filming purposes. 👍
Brilliant video thanks.
Imaging actually having to live with this guy. 😂
I'd become an alcoholic.
Fantastic video and very informative. :)
Great thanks 👍🏴
I wasn't expecting to see Tom. 😍 Great video as always, Dan. X
Just noticed you twisted the electrics when you plugged it in caught me out when I first started caravanning some twist some plug straight in worth a mention for newbies lol
It's a safety feature of the Caravan & Motorhome club sites. I've personally not seen that anywhere else & yes, it does catch people out! (Including me) Personally, I think it's a good idea
Had the embarrassment of sending the wife up to the site office to say our electric wasn't working on our first caravan club site. Had I twisted it? I had not!
i knew i missed something. This caught me out right at the beginning too. I will be following up with a video on EHU posts, current rating and what to do if a post or van has tripped.
Look out for that soon.
D
Thank you great video.
You forgot to mention applying the handbrake before unhitching
Watching this looking at caravans i am turning into my father
Ditto lol.
Excellent video.
Great video Dan as always - Lin xx
Top draw. Great vid. Love the sanity check cup of tea. Never heard that before. 👍
Top drawer...
Thanks for the video. We're picking up our caravan next weekend, so this video will certainly help a lot. Could you do a tutorial on how to operate the alde heating system?
Worth noting that for those that require it, ensure the Al-Ko wheel lock receptor is aligned.
HI Andy, a great point - ive tried to make this as generic as possible. I will be following up my levelling video and this video with a specific point on those who have ALKO secure and lining up the receiver.
Dan
Really nice
Brilliant video. After I have pressurised the water system, do I leave the pump switch in the on position. First time caravaner. Any help would be appreciated..
Oh my gosh! I’ve been to that campsite many times!! Morton In marsh I think it’s called :D
Great video, just about to purchase our first caravan this will be a great help : )
Wow, this looks so cool.
Nice reversing there. I’m sure that was take one!
Hey, i helped you get it sort of in place lol. and yes, this was one take of many.....
Back towing with the X5 Dan? I like the idea of a sanity cup of tea!
Hi Rob, sadly X5 still on drive - currently awaiting parts. this is old footage.
Soon - it will be running....
D
Hello Dan, did you fit your tv bracket to your van or was it already there , how out you recommend fitting one , ours is a coachman laser 875, could you do a vlog on yours … many thanks Clive
how can I bring one here in Kenya am a big supporter
You did not show unhitching, I always have trouble with the ALKO, any hints?
God knows why I’m watching this! I don’t even own a caravan or want a caravan! Hahah
That’s ok. I keep watching videos of fast cars & big houses. I have neither - but I still watch em. 👀👍
The Trudgians haha! Really interesting video! Know that site very well. Living in Gloucestershire.
Great tips. Thank you. Best regards Martin and Anne
Did i miss you winding down the rear steadys?...
excellent video. Thank you :)
I wish you had of shown the detail of front to back leveling as well as lowering the steadies. ie does it matter what order you drop the legs, and how tight to the ground they should be. How to get rid of a ‘wobble’ when moving round inside the van etc.
I always put a spirit level just inside the door on the floor depends how level your pitch is you might need to put some flat pieces of wood under your corner legs once level wind down the legs, but never use the legs to level a caravan they are not designed for holding to much weight, you can also use a cordless drill with an attachment to wind the legs up and down, and don't forget to put the handbrake on or put wood behind and Infront of the wheels.
I am about to buy my first caravan so know very little, why is the water barrel so small and don't sites have a water mains connection
Hi
Great Video, I'm about to head off towing for the first time in 16 years since I last towed!! Can I ask where did you get the grey waste adaptor plumbing thingy at about 5.40 mins.
You'll be able to pick one up from amazon...www.amazon.co.uk/BITS4REASONS-FLOPLAST-PLUMBING-FITTINGS-STANDARD/dp/B07QL12PXD/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=waste+adaptor+for+caravan&qid=1602105868&quartzVehicle=29-403&replacementKeywords=waste+adaptor+for&sr=8-2
Thanks Dan for another great vidéo 😉
Brilliant, thanks Dan 👏
Dan,what about the staberlicers ?
Hi Barry, i assume you are referring to the corner steadies ?
i make reference to this at 3:09, and also there is a link to levelling a caravan that includes a segment on the corner steadies.
Hope that helps.
Dan
The Trudgians ,thanks Dan,good video,very helpful.
Awesome
Thanks 😀
Didn't notice the corner steadies going down!
Awesome
so that water drum is something you leave outside and just stick the pump in it? It doesnt have interlnal tank?
I have the blue pump aswell - the older version. I thought it fills up some tank so I just got a bucket threw that in, but no pump action for me - Caravan is connected to CEE electricity on site, but PUMP on does nothing. no water.
I have the SWIFT caravan from 2003
Tnx for a great video :)
Hi is there anyway you can connect your toilet into the site sewer systems thanks and your videos are a great help
Hi Freya, no there is no method to do this.
@@TheTrudgians thanks for the reply
Good informative video - does anyone know whether there are any similar ones out there but for camper vans? Thanks.
Hi. Newbie question. When hooked up, the electric hook up and battery are left exposed to the elements?
Hi
Interesting video
Don't forget if you can to consider the sunrise and sunset and shade .So the morning sun/heat doesn't wake you up too early or the kids if they're in a tent .
I also use an inline meter on the electric so have a check on the Kilowatt/hours if you're not paying a fixed rate for the lecky . And I've got different lengths of cable depending on how far the electric pillar is .(10m,25m and 50m )
Mate... I've not got a caravan nor have I ever had a one, but if I did this is the exact type of video I'll be looking for very informative and clear directions good man keep up the good work 👌🏻 also this caravan and camping club is it ok for only tents??
@@Peter-sm2rs peter your a good man, thank you very much for your reply, do you know if they have anything close to the Yorkshire dales, lake district or peak?or if you know anywhere with nice scenery or hiking tralis that you could recommend that would be great, thank you again :)
What about putting down the legs after the levelling blocks?
as mentioned at 3:08 in the video.
oops! Sorry. I love your channel. Have learned such a lot as a newbie!
hehe, don't panic - there is a lot of information, and to be fair- there is no picture of the steadies on the video. However, check out our video on levelling a caravan, and that should answer a bit more about steadies and levelling.
Hope that helps