Update On Our New Swift Kon-Tiki 784
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- Опубликовано: 20 апр 2024
- How are we getting with "Konnie", our new Swift Kon-Tiki 784? We look at the snags and issues and the things we love.
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Great video Bob - very informative and honest review - great van.
Hi Bob and Jenny, enjoyed you showing us around your new motorhome, glad you have the snags more or less sorted out. Im sure you will get everything just as you want it as time goes on, thank you for sharing, Julie and Tony x
Hi , great video again, I had same audio issue, now I always Bluetooth through my sound bar, brilliant quality.
Loved the video. We listened and watched you and dont need a radio. Well done for pointing out positives and negatives. I agree with automatics. I once towed with a 4.0 V8 Range Rover. A pleasure to drive but really expensive lol. Keep up the good work
Fantastic Video. Well Done.
great vlog
Another great video 😊 😊
Very interesting video. You covered such a lot of things and seem to be on top of most of them. It always takes a bit of time to transition to a new leisure vehicle, whether it’s a caravan or motorhome we always think it’s 6 months or so before it feels completely normal. The Kontiki looks very comfortable indeed and Sue is going to lock the bank account away I think or I may be tempted 😉😂👍🏻🚐 See you both very soon 💙 Trev
Yes, I could probably do an hour's video on the multimedia unit alone - once I've figured it out! 😊👍
HI. Luv the vlogs. We have a 2022 784. 1) the locking is annoying but I’ve just got used to opening the cab door as well as the hab door to disarm the “feature”. 2) I bought the VB air suspension. What to say. It’s a lot of money and hard to justify but the ride is better, the levelling is pretty good for most sites and it gives a bit of ground clearance which can be close on the fresh water outlet. 3) I just bought a DAB radio. The 20 mins turn off super annoying.
Anyway overall we still are discovering what we like and also how best to store stuff but very happy.
Thanks for the information. There does not seem to be a way of overcoming the auto locking when stationary 'feature'. Interesting what you say about ground clearance. I thought the fresh water tank was quite close to the ground as well.
Great video bob👏 we have the truma air conditioning unit fitted in the wash room on a new swift escape 694 mainly for europe .but I have heard of so many people getting a knock in the middle of night to turn it of .😮
Yes, they do makes a noise.
Thanks to you both for all your videos they are so informative and a real pleasure to watch…
Great video again.
Thank you
😂I put cot covers on our MH seats which I got from ASDA. The covers are elasticated so fit the base seat perfectly. I also cover the back rest, but as these are not as wide as the base you have to wrap it around a bit more (hope that makes sense!). Also if you spill any liquid on the seat it does not seep through. Happy motoring
That's interesting, thanks, cot covers.
Hi, we have the same Swifty’s Kontiki lounge as yourselves, I bought IKEA fitted cot sheets to cover the seats. The material causes enough friction to stop the throw moving or failing off. Very cheap to buy and effective. Andrea
Thanks, I will have a look for those.
Love your vlog and your new van….have you thought about putting the radio app on your phone then Bluetooth it to your sound system that’s what I do it works a treat ….safe travels x
Yes, I might try that thanks.
Once you have pulled the front blind up, you can minimise the gap at the top by folding down the two sun vizors. Only takes a second and very effective
That’s been really interesting there are always pros and cons !
I wanted that separate audio switch too but was told it wasn't possible on the current Ducato due to the system running on"data".
Mudflaps have always been cheaper from Peugeot/Citroën dealers but was told they don't supply them anymore.
Your van will already have a DC/DC charger but it will need to be swapped for a more powerful one compatible with a Lithium battery.
Your cabin has Dometic blinds; much better than the Remis ones which have already gone wrong in my one month old van.
All Amazon vans auto-lock after one second. Don't forget the keys!
The auto gearbox is indeed very good. I'm getting over 40mpg on the motorway with cruise control on, Eco mode and climate control off. (140hp, 6m campervan)
Thanks for the information. I'm hoping to demonstrate a new DC-DC charger, so watch this space. Can't tell you any more at this stage.
Hi, we have a Kontiki 884 which i know is a little larger but essentially the same layout. With regard to the seat we have a slatted base on the RHS behind the travel seat so the cushion doesn’t sink, however we find the seat bases much narrower for lounging. Our air con is fitted in the bathroom centre sky light and the extractor fan was moved to the kitchen sky light, assuming you have one, and lastly we fitted rear only air suspension ( approved for use with Alko chassis,as we already had levellers and the ride quality is night and day different, in a positive way, less steering input as I found the electric steering vague.
Glad you don’t seen to have had many issues as our was riddled with faults such as waste tank not ben plumbed in! In fact the front sunroof still doesn’t work nearly as year on, motor homing !😂
Thanks, interesting about the air suspension, was that the VB system? We don't have a kitchen skylight, so we will lose the fan if we had air conditioning fitted. I might see if I can fit a board in that cushion. Also we were lucky with the minor items we found wrong, as I keep saying to people. I think Todd's did a good job on the PDI.
Thanks for the video Bob, we really like this layout ourselves for our next van
We have those blinds and they have worn well the black bar has tto be taken to the top and spun downwards to lock it in position. You should have a balance method within the radio settings to use the back speakers.
Thanks, I worked out the blinds and the fader controls.
Hi Bob & Jenny, Regarding the speakers in the rear, we had similar but there is a fade/balance adjustment on the head unit and ours was set almost fully to the front. worth checking.
Yes, I tried that, still a bit quiet, but it's not a problem.
Very interesting Bob and Jenny great review and nice to see the pros and cons.
I’ve got an Escape 674 with auto and also the Truma aircon unit fitted where the extractor fan was. Up to now we haven’t used the aircon but would have liked the extractor. We bought it second hand so we didn’t have a choice. In summer we are going to Italy so I would think it’ll get used there.
I agree about the automatic transmission it’s just a dream to drive. The steering is all electric hence the lightness.
I also have to agree about the seating at the front lounge. We have 3 seats with 2 on the drivers side one behind the front and 1 on the passenger side. All the seat bases look like they are sinking and I’ve looked into getting some thin plywood to slot under the seat base.
Why Swift doesn’t fit a dc to dc charger with a smart alternator is just beyond me.
You'll probably need the AC in Italy.
A good update vlog on the new van. Would be interested to see how the TV brackets have been installed / bolted / fixed both sides.
I see if I can show that when we go away.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo many thanks Bob, we have a Swift on order and curious. Much appreciated 👍
You are so right about the doors and keys. So much easier to have the keys with you. The hat door lock it so stiff. Salop our dealer has stripped ours down and refitted as it was so difficult to use. It's easier now. I am fighting a key safe under the chassis and going to have a spare key there. I also have a piece of bungee on pads so when we park up and have the cab door open, I have the bungee fitted to door so it cannot slam shut. Also we have got into the habit of opening and closing the passenger door to trick the system. Re the DC to DC - I used Bluefix to do our Lithium upgrade. They rewired as the Sargent/Swift wasn't up to the job. I have had two DC to DC fitted for our 320ah EcoTree. Like you , we have pondered about aircon. However we wanted more solar . It would seem that aircon units on the room are just too big and would have compromised the panels we wanted on the roof. I am still going to keep hunting for a smaller zircon unit but at present we will persevere . Free electric was the priority. One thing I am impressed with is that the solar upgrade I have done is keeping the fiat engine battery charged up. The Swift Truma 100w panel was not generating enough to keep both the engine and leisure battery topped up when in storage. The output of the flat truma panel which is a cheap Chinese re-badged panel is poor.
Our blind surround - like you - is being changed . The plastic being bowed.
Have you noticed a problem with water yet in the footwell? Our dealers had it in and re-sealed but it hasn't fixed it. I believe the outer seal is not sealing against the inner seal , so water gets in and somehow crosses over the inner seal and then collects in the footwell. Swift have issued a tech note to dealers saying the fix is to drill drain holes in the footwell. I am challenging that at the moment. Fine for drain holes to drain condensation, but leaks through the door I want the door seals/door fixed. It's obviously a big problem and not just with Kon-Tiki's.
I watched your upgrade with Bluefix, looked good. Our van has drain holes in the footwell. I haven't notice any water getting in via the door, but time may tell. We don't really spend that much time off grid for the solar to be a concern, but we have got a hook up free rally coming up, so I might change my tune soon. 😁
Thanks for the info . I suspect they will put the drain holes in mine . If they don’t sort the seals I will do it myself . Can’t be that difficult .
Lovely video of your new home, 😊
Bob Jenny brilliant review of your Motorhome 👍
The Slaws Adventure done an upgrade to their Hobby motorhome. They done a vlog on it last year. I think it was the 25th of May. Really interesting and a much cheaper option. The guys came to their house and fitted rear air suspension sorted all the tyres to prevent them from having a puncture. It might be an option for you. 😉🤞
We have Funny Fuzzy throws on ours, great quality.
They look really good, thanks.
You can listen to the radio through your Avtex to.
Thank you.
Hi Bob and Jenny a great video on how you are getting on with the van great as ever to hear a balanced view and both positives and negatives
On the auto lock could you speak to fiat to see if they can code out the auto locking in the vehicle settings
Good idea with the mudflaps and it’s worth looking at Peugeot parts uk online as you might get the mudflaps cheaper
Yes agree with all the menus on the radio my touch screen is just the same!
I wouldn’t bother with the fog lamps the LED headlamps are very good
Re Jennys phone is it because it’s found CarPlay with the USB? You should be able to change it have you got music apps on it?
Glad you are enjoying the automatic Bob I am loving it in my Peugeot 308 it’s a great transmission and makes driving so easy
Glad you are working through the snags and getting used to the van she’s beautiful all the best to you both and poppy Daniel
Thanks, most seem to say the autolock can't be changed, I might ask when I get the mudflaps. Think I'll give the fog lights a miss. I'm going to see what the non-LED headlights are like. I could always upgrade them to LED. The issue with iPhone and Carplay is it always tries to play music through iTunes which we don't subscribe to. There is a way to set another music player as the default, but it's just easier to plug Jenny's phone in via USB. The player sees it as an iPod and it works really well. The motorhome is Terri to drive, so much better with the auto and 180 bhp.
Adorable and lovely to watch 🫶
Think all facelift vans 2021 on had the auto locking, as mine does, had suppling dealer (White Arches) look at a hab door mod, but couldn't be done. As for the fog light's, they are a great option on the lux pack as they operate as you turn a corner, helps with pot holes/ditches etc.
Good luck and Enjoy 🙏 Sam in Cannock.
Thanks, yes think I've come to that conclusion.
@BobEarnshawMoHo You can obviously control the auto locking on pull away, as some like it and other's not, it's just personal preference !
Yes, I don't mind it autolocking when I drive, but not when I'm outside the motorhome. 😳
I know it's a pain but you need to carry a spare hab key with you just in case 🙈 I don't think anybody has sussed a way around it yet Bob 🙈 Let me know if you find a solution 🙏
Great video Bob and Jenny, glad you like like the new van
Bob we use blankets that we got from Edinburgh woollen mill, they cling to the lounge fabric so no need for Velcro or elastic
Unfortunately the seats aren't a fabric, but a synthetic leather.
users can turn off the auto locking through the multi function display. Also worth knowing you can lock and unlock the doors using the central locking buttons on the dash, page 82. It is useful to be able to lock your doors if driving into a less safe road system.
Please could you tell me would say how you turn off the auto lock, I've tried all the settings! I often use the lock on the dashboard.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo have you tried from the multi function display on dash some time you to leave driver for open to access menu
I think I am like Bob here. I have tried to turn it of via the display and it doesn't work. Maybe it need programming via the canbus
A good auto electrician would over ride that issue of locking and your radio with no problem.
Also i think i mentioned in another video about getting spot lights on the front, not only do they look really cool, you will wonder what you ever did without them. Lights up those dark lanes or a campsite, really really useful for so many things.
I imagine I need a good software engineer, but if anyone knows someone who could sort it, let me know 😊👍
Sorry I didn't spot the Bubbles, but unfortunately I was sat on that side of the van.
No excuses 🤣🤣
Oh and I forgot to mention there doesn’t seem to be any ventilation under the matress’ our previous Kon-tiki had slats but this one doesn’t so we have purchased some cut to shape material that allows air circulation of air to prevent moisture, you may want to look at this.
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I might get some of this I reviewed a while back ruclips.net/video/dG3iXnoAkGY/видео.htmlsi=guduNeouQt4qS2bW
Hi bob I fitted rear suspension to my 2022 Rollerteam tline 700, the kit was off eBay and it took me a morning to fit it, it cost me £469.00 and it was the best thing I have done to my motorhome, it transforms the driving and handling of the motorhome, I think you would be able to do it your self with all your experience you have,please let me know if you need any info , great video and lovely motorhome, 😊
Thanks, what make of suspension was that?
Hi bob it was from a company called martech on eBay and they use Rubena air bags,I paid the extra it let’s you can control each air bag on its own with a toggle switch and each bag has its own pressure gauge, it replaces the bump stop on the rear, it makes passing large vehicles much better also help with the pay load,
It would make a great video for you channel, and show what can be done
Thanks for the information
Your welcome 😊
Can you adjust the front to rear setting on speakers I did that with our self build it's def the wire run that looses sound great vid all the best donny
Yes, I tried the fader, think the wiring is too long.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo oh OK 👌
Our 2024 Fiat Cab Knaus has a switch that will turn on the radio whenever you want with the ignition off. So it obviously can be done.
Thanks, I will investigate further! Isn't the radio itself still on a timer or have you not got a Fiat radio?
@@BobEarnshawMoHo Hi Bob. We have the Pioneer radio in our 2021 Malibu campervan which can be either used with the car ignition whilst travelling but can also be used independently when the 12v van electrics are switched on. Very impressed with Konnie. David
Ah, that's the issue, the radio in the new Ducato is linked into the canbus, the brains of the system, and everything is controlled via the central screen, so I can't just change the radio as before.
Definitely has to be a balance adjustment button on the infotainment screen between the front and rear speakers
Tried that, still too quiet.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo Another visit to Todds then I'd say
The problem is the length of wiring, there's nothing wrong with the speakers, apart from being a bit basic.
Our van is exactly same spec as yours and our aircon is fitted in the kitchen area
Thanks, do you miss the fan?
Think the fan is needed more in the bathroom area, really happy where aircon is, originally wanted aircon with heating but that one couldn’t go in the lounge area because of the roof bulge so do not have the heater one.
Thanks, it's a pity it won't go in the lounge.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo if you only want it for the cold air it is ideal in the lounge
Good morning Bob, great video. We have recently purchased a Swift Kontiki 874, I recall you mentioned in one of your previous videos that you were possibly looking to purchase rear mudflaps? I have the same concerns regards protecting the rear pull out lockers, road dirt etc. damaging the runners. Would it be cheeky to ask that once you have done your research letting us know which ones you selected?
Cheers
Chris
It's front mud flaps I'm going to get. However, looking at the lockers at the rear, I've noticed they have covers around the runners now so I might not need rear mud flaps.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo Thanks for the reply Bob
Must be a adjustment on radio unit to change ratio of front and rear speakers
Yes there's a fader and they are still too quiet.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo play radio thru tv in rear via Wi-Fi
Or play phone through the Avtex soundbar.
Yes, I can do that. 👍
I would ask at a Fiat dealership regards keeping the radio on longer and the central locking,they should be adjustable using a obd reader
Yes, I may ask if they can do anything.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo on my 2012 Peugeot Boxer I have the stereo set for three hours and this is changeable on the vans menu,yours being much newer may need a plug in device to change things on my 2006 bmw I turned the auto lock off using a Carly
Yes, I could change the timeout on my 2019 motorhome, but how things have moved on and computer says no. 😊 That Carly scanner looks interesting.
Hi Bob and Jenny, I have auto lock on my Auto Trail F60 ( Ford ) but there is an App for it. I have got this on my phone so if I do accidentally leave my keys in the van ( as long as I have my phone on me ) I can still get in. Is there not a Fiat App for yours? The Automatic makes driving so much more convenient and pleasant ( I had it on my previous camper van too )❤❤
I'm not aware of any Fiat app that can do that.
Re the air supension. How about air bags just at the rear? Is that a possibility? Jof at MoHotel Adventures fitted a set to his Burstner, about £800 a set.
Yes that is a possibility
Bob, have you checked to see if the radio timeout is a user configurable setting. I know it is on my older Kon-Tiki (same as your old one). Doubtless you've checked on this but thought I'd mention it just in case
Thanks, but no it appears not.
Hi Bob, in respect the air suspension, we went to A&E Leisure in Northwich to have full VB air with self levelling and emergency inflation fitted to our 794.
I can say that it has made a massive difference to the ride quality and noise reduction. Less that half the price that you have been quoted and absolutely first class customer service.
I can highly recommend it, even if you go for semi air .
Thanks, yes VB is the one I'm interested in.
Just a thought on the speaker volumes. Is there a front to back fader in the audio options? As for the auto-lock, it's mad isn't it? A problem just waiting to happen. Why not stop the van auto locking if the key is inside? Ian
Yes, I tried the fader, the volume is still too low.
If you put both sun visors down it will cover gaps 👍
It would certainly help.
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Try this Bob.
It works for us with our 2019 Bessacarr.
If you have 3 buttons on the key fob, just open the habitation door by using the bottom button - which will then only activate the habitation door and not the cab doors.
It's definitely different on the 2024 model. I always open the hab door using the bottom button as I did on our 2019 model, the doors still autolock after about 40 seconds.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo oh well - worth a try.
Too much tech on the newer ones.
We’re going to stick to our 2019 model - we love everything about her.
With the seat problem cant you just move the longer base over and put the shorter base where the longer one was ( on the same seat just swap them over) x
Good idea, but no they are different sizes and the securing clips wouldn't fit.
I’m sure you will find a solution great van enjoy x
Am I correct in thinking that you have wifi fitted in your motorhome ? If you have then get an Alexa smart speaker, these are brilliant for the radio with lovely sound and can give you so much more than using the cab radio.
Yes, I have been tempted by the Alexa speakers.
Bob which buton on the key fob are you using to unlock the van on our bailey if I unlock with the top button and only open hab door the van will lock itself because the sensor to say a door has been opened is linked to the overhead cab lighting if they don't come on the van thinks that no body has entered the vehicle but if I only open has door with the bottom button the hab door doesn't lock itself.
It self locks even if I use the bottom button. What model year is your Bailey?
Thanks for the update - you definitely should be able to lick the doors by pressing the dash button without the ignition on - also surely you have a dc-dc on it already because with a smart alternator split charge won’t be any good. Now you have a smart alternator the fridge runs off the leisure battery when you are driving not the alternator. With a smart alternator you only have an output when you are braking or feathering the accelerator and will have no output when on cruise control so if you don’t have a dc-dc you will end up with a flat leisure battery because of the fridge !
Unlike our previous motorhome, the unlock button on the dashboard does not work unless the ignition is on. I will be getting a new DC/DC Convertor fitted together with the Power Queen LFP battery, so watch out for that. I will have a look at the charge on the leisure battery after a long run today.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo We have exactly the same cab as you but not Swift and our doors all lock and unlock when that button is pressed - it’s how we lock the doors at night when we go to bed and open them again in the morning
To clarify: It will lock and unlock the doors if the central locking is not locked, but if the central locking has already operated I have to switch the ignition on first.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo ours definitely doesn’t work like that
Also the fridge only runs on 12v when the engine is running, because the 12v supply comes from the alternator, not the leisure battery.
HELLO,Could you yell me what is the size of your TV in the lounge.Thanks
It's an Avtex 19 inch.
Did you have or are you going to have a roof mounted Avtex WiFi fitted. In regards self locking there must be an item in your control system to switch it off. I have it on my Range Rover and I just switch it off.
The new van comes with 5G ready WiFi, which we're using. There does not seem to be a way of switching the (static) autolock off.
Sorry bit late to this interesting video. The fog lamp issue may be something you have trouble with. I have a Fiat Ducato 1 year old and Fiat Proffessional have told me its not possible to fit them. Something to do with wiring loom, I think. I am going for better headlight bulbs. I shall be interested to hear how you solve the problem. How is the heating in your footwell?
Thanks, maybe the fog lights have to be factory fitted, seems strange. I can live without them. On my previous motorhome I changed to LED headlamp bulbs, I'll see if I need to do that. Not really noticed any issue with heating in the cab, our dog Poppy sleeps up the front and she hasn't complained. I know what you mean though as the blower now points at the door well not the footwell as in our old van. I suppose they couldn't do that because of the travel seats.
Hi Bob - You could Bluetooth music from your phone to the Avtex soundbar. Upload a radio app and it will hopefully solve your dilemma 🤞😜
Yes, I might try that.
I am totally amazed that there should be so many snags on a van that costs silly money , it seems very common
Oh give us a break. Four minor issues, all fixed now!
Enjoy your new motorhome and Bon voyage! or should I say in Danish:- God rejse! 😊
Thank you! 😃 Or, tak skal du have
Dont they do a PDV Inspection before collection?
Yes they do a very good one. They spotted something I didn't spot. We had four minor items on a complex vehicle like a motorhome which is very good. I wish we'd had so few snags when we bought our new house!
Hi Bob . Watched this vlog again as I was wondering if you had mentioned the fresh water drain. If your is anything like our on our 784, then it suffers from the dreaded design issue of it being too low. For months we have been ever so careful but this week disaster struck leaving Ty Mawr campsite in Wales and it was ripped off by a high and long speed bump on exit. I have taken issue with Swift re design but not holding out any hope . Will probably fix myself with either refit , re-route nearer waste outlet or just put a manual top on it. Do you have any thoughts? I have also complained to Swift via dealer over that door stop into bathroom. It had been adjusted but wife really struggles - noticed yours seems easier. We have the bowed trims on blinds still waiting to be sorted. Also , Had door leaking issue has now been referred by dealers/swift to manufacturers. Hope you are enjoying Konnie. We still love ours despite the odd issue.
Not had a problem with the fresh water drain, but I think it has been turned on its side slightly, maybe that helps. The issue I have is the drain cap on the freshwater tank is so low to the ground and keeps scraping on speed humps. No other issues, apart from the crash sensor and regulator bumping against the gas cylinder and setting off the crash sensor. I moved the regulator over to the middle.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo interesting . My regulator is between my two bottles and Salop who put the bottles in for me really secured them tight . The crash sensor has triggered a couple of time so I have a routine when I pull up on site to push the little yellow button . Turn on the gas . Press the black plungers on the bottles . Then it all seems to work . Looks like my bracket for drain is different to life’s for touring . They had 4 screws . Mine has two bolt holes but it only looks like screws were used .
My cylinder could easily hit the crash sensor, so hopefully that's cured that problem, unless they're a bit more sensitive than they used to ve.
Hello Bob & jen, your opening picture, you both look very Holywood, especially with your new hair style. Bob, can you not listen to the radio through tv ? Good to see you getting to grips with the niggles of a new vehicle. Is locking, etc. down to programming of the system for your needs? Best regards and intentions Ron & Jen
I could always use the TV's radio channels, but we subscribe to Greatest Hits Radio premium so we could use the Bluetooth to the sound bar. There does not seem to be a option to switch off the auto locking when the vehicle is static.
Bob/Jenny. Have you installed Moho wifi? Just considering it for our new van.
The Kon-Tiki comes with a 5G WiFi unit. I had a Avtex WiFi in my previous motorhome.
Hi bob as for the foglights is the wiring there and do have the switches on the dash i thought all new vehicles have to have them by law have you got front ones if so the back ones wont come on untill the front ones are on surly todds should know would be very costly to retro fit and as you say will have to be programed
And in my opinion your smart alternator will be a pain in the backside have a look at sterling wildside option which gives you more control of your alternator thanks for the update of how its going good luck
Paul
Front fog lights aren't a legal requirement, and I only have the rear ones.
Hi Bob , why don’t you just get yourselves a Alexa mini for listening to radio etc ? We’ve got one at it works great. Glad you’re both enjoying your new Moho. John & Jo
That was my next idea lol
We have them around the house and the sound is great
bring a radio with you
Like this one? ruclips.net/video/SCxQZ9bmd3k/видео.htmlsi=DPnJakM_4C3o4Lkt
What is quality control for at the end of the line, for the money its very poor and I'm a swift owner.
I'm quite pleased with the few minor items we found.
I still think your posh motorhome will already have a dc-dc unit fitted on it as split charge won’t work on a smart alternator. I would expect it to be the Sargent DX320-12 on your van. If Swift are not fitting dc-dc then it’s a problem. We were finding our Elddis batteries (both) going flat on a long journey- I fitted 2 Bluetooth battery monitors to the vehicle and leisure battery and I could see them falling. Smart alternators don’t give out a sufficient charging voltage unless you are braking or feathering the accelerator (and no output when on cruise control) - the instructions of the Dometic fridge we had fitted stated that the power when on 12v came from the leisure battery. We were pulling our hair out until we found that Elddis had not fitted the dc-dc unit on our van !! I’m really surprised that your van doesn’t already come with dc-dc already fitted
I drove 100 miles today and the (lead acid) leisure battery was fully charged. I will do a update video mid May when I get the new DC-DC Convertor fitted and connected up to my Power Queen LFP.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo that’s interesting - I actually contacted Swift pretending I wanted to buy one but needed more information and they said “The 2024 Kon-Tiki 784 does not have a DC-DC charger fitted as standard from factory, this could be something that you could talk to the dealer about when purchasing the van.” - however everywhere I look indicates that a smart alternator must use a dc-dc charger if charging a leisure battery due to the high current it produces - it seems daft to me to have a vehicle lifepo4 ready except for the fitting of a relatively inexpensive unit. I think you may need to ensure the current charging method is disabled when they fit the dc-dc to protect the battery. I guess it won’t be too long before lifepo4 batteries are fitted as standard kit instead of the lead acid - I just swapped my 2 lead acid for one lifepo4 and doubled the available usage and saved 40+ kg in weight !
Does the new motorhome come with Wi-Fi? If not, what are you using now?
Covering that in tonight's video, thanks.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo I missed that otherwise I wouldn’t of asked a question
I will be talking about WiFi in tonight's video that's due out 17:53 tonight 28/04/24 😊
If you go into the infotainment screen and scroll through the various options you will find one that allows you to take off the auto lock. I can't remember exactly where this feature is, but I found it after setting off the alarm once too often and in my irritation went through every option and there it was. If you struggle, let me know and I'll go back over what I did. PS I'm the guy who inadvertantly spoiled your review of the Adria Compact 😊 soz
Please go back over what you did, because I can't see anything that disables the auto lock.
@@BobEarnshawMoHo . I've just checked on my van and this is the sequence, on the infotainment unit, select 1 vehicle, then
2 settings, then
3 doors and locks, then
4 Untick auto door locks. This should be the same on your van as it's the Fiat software not the swift/Adria etc. Let me know how you get on.
@mikebowen6915 thanks, is your van a 2024 Ducato series 9? I'm sure I've tried switching off the autolock options - three of them. I will double check and let you know.
@mikebowen6915 Yes thought so, I had already tried that. On this van, that option is to autolock the doors when the vehicle is in motion. Has no affect on the autolocking doors with the engine off and not moving. Thanks anyway.
Hi both, I remember turning the auto locking on and off in the dash menu in older vans, have you looked at the dash menu, it's a fiat thing not swift. For the apple car play auto playing music it's in the settings on your phone, just a tick box to uncheck.
Hi, 'Little Big Van Adventures' had the same issue with their hab door auto locking and provided a tip on resolving the issue. They were able to download an app from Ford which allowed them to amend the settings. I'm not sure if Fiat offer the same type of app but it may be worth investigating. Here is a link to their RUclips video, ruclips.net/video/NsYqa-68cPI/видео.htmlsi=pfZO6zd_B06LujUV Wishing you many happy hours in the new van! (Sorry, I also posted this on an earlier video in error)
Talking of keys - take care not to lock the keys in the motorhome garage. This happens when you turn the key to the locked position while the door is open and remove the key. It’s then all too easy to put the keys down inside the garage while you rummage for something, shut the door and push the primed locks to the closed position. I’m not admitting to doing this, but we now have a well hidden key in case of emergency!
A good point, something I'm liable to do!
I had a 2008 caravan it had a few minor issues. Just bought a 4 year old motorhome with my life savings nothing but issues. The newer the caravan/motorhome the worst quality, cheaper build. I suspect you are thinking that too
Not at all, I'm very happy with what we bought. A few minor issues are all we had. The motorhome is everything we ever wanted!
Didn’t the dealer do a pre delivery check??
Yes and they spotted something I didn't in the PDI. We had a four minor issues. Compared to our previous experience picking up new motorhomes, that is very good.
I guess a habitation check are a thing of the past then ? Just call Glyn ! 😉🚐👍
The bubbles were found during the PDI, neither me or Glyn spotted that.