Thanks Dan for the comprehensive pre check list, I am buying a caravan from a main dealer, I pick it up on the 11/10/2021, this list will help me get it right first time, best regards Pete 😉
great vid Dan wish you had brought it out before I bought our new to use van last Oct, but as you said buying from a dealer you would be covered for any faults with the warranty that would come with the caravan. thanks again and don't wait too long for the next one really like you videos, cheers m8.
Hi Dan. I am happily using your checklist against my new van, no problems so far. There may be a missing area in the checklist - The grey water system, ie Check each waste flow is ok, no leaks, flow is reasonable Check that waste water piping is sound with no leaks. (I have had a number of problems where the waste joins the waste water piping - can result in damp in the van) Check that waste water van exit connections are sound and securely connected to the van and that don't leak when waste pipe connected
Great video and very comprehensive list. Just a mention on Alko wheel lock, the owner/seller will need to de-register the lock otherwise the new owner will not be able to request replacement parts i.e. keys. This may be the same for other makes.
Thank you Dan as always fantastic video will save as you know i am sorting all out tow car then caravan got the wrong car 50% down to me idid not do my research sales man told me car can tow. So i have know the car i need and caravan know just finance to be sorted i hope by August all your videos are brilliant helpful so are travelling k and carefree caravan.Again thanks Dan
As with everything else, its buyer beware. With regards to your most helpful pre-buying list, I d o not think sellers would entertain that kind of inspection from a buyer. Therefor, it would be better to get the professionals in, and if they do not accept them...Time to walk ! Thanks Dan.
Great video Dan, the videos getting better and better .the try to cheat us with selling our Caravan but luckily everything worked out fine. Ask why are European Caravan’s so different as caravans from the UK, showers load capacity layout etc.
Great list. Thanks for all the effort involved in producing it. Particularly useful for a beginner like my wife and I. Do you have a video about awnings as I can't find it? Thanks Keith
The first and most important check is to make sure the floor is not delaminated. Usually around kitchen area walk way as this is used the most Next, on oven and fridge, check seals. Bad ones will use more electric! And/or cause possible hygiene problems. And very important. If no evidence of new brake shoes last year or two, negotiate having them done. A caravan with no or little braking could kill you! Last, check for any panal respray. I have seen quite a few repaired vans, and some were diabolical. Overspray around windows, on chassis, tyres, lights, etc are a give away. Great list otherwise.
This is great Dan for anyone buying a caravan Wish we had one of these when buying our caravan Question When are you doing comparison for the netgear nighthawk m1 & m2 router ? Really waiting for this so can make decision which to buy
Look really closely, you'll realise its not my caravan ;-) The window was opened for some photography where i was stood outside poking through the window of this caravan. good spot though !
Hello Dan, very helpful videos which have helped us get and sort our first van a swift 480 . Have you a vid / thoughts on twin vs singles as we are thinking of getting. Swift 635 as we think we’d like more room and better fixed bed. Dilemma is will it be too big / heavy even within tow limit for easy touring with our 3L BMW X3 . We like the small 480 but making up beds every night is tiresome and not that comfy, What are your thoughts on twin v singles ?
Hi I've tried to download the check list but having the same issue mentioned below. I've tried both on a laptop and my android phone but get the same message each time - tried to redirect to many times.
Came here from the "buying for less than £5000" video as advised. This is spot on, excellent video, thank you.
Awesome, thank you!
Nice one Dan. That would definitely help people buying a caravan but also help people getting their caravan ready for sale. Cheers Oliver.
Thanks Dan, Thank you for taking the time to compose this for us, it's a great vlog. Info will come in handy very soon.
Thanks Dan for the comprehensive pre check list, I am buying a caravan from a main dealer, I pick it up on the 11/10/2021, this list will help me get it right first time, best regards Pete 😉
This is a great tool box item. I’ve saved the comprehensive list and I will use it myself on our brand new caravan. One of your best videos. Thanks.
Thanks for the document Dan, you work really hard doing all these blogs for us to enjoy, cheers mate.
Thanks for taking the time to create this list. It's super useful!
Great information. Thanks for making the video
Thank you Darren, a long time subscriber on my other channel - hope you are well brother. Stay safe.
Wish I had this document when I got mine. Think I will still go over it just for my own peace of mind
great vid Dan wish you had brought it out before I bought our new to use van last Oct, but as you said buying from a dealer you would be covered for any faults with the warranty that would come with the caravan.
thanks again and don't wait too long for the next one really like you videos, cheers m8.
Nice one Dan a good check list there for buying a used van .cheers kev
Thanks, will keep these in mind
thats a great checklist i am going to use it as a pre season checklist ,, thank you
Hi Dan. I am happily using your checklist against my new van, no problems so far.
There may be a missing area in the checklist - The grey water system, ie
Check each waste flow is ok, no leaks, flow is reasonable
Check that waste water piping is sound with no leaks. (I have had a number of problems where the waste joins the waste water piping - can result in damp in the van)
Check that waste water van exit connections are sound and securely connected to the van and that don't leak when waste pipe connected
top suggestions, ill add those in on the next revision. Thank you !
Thanks! You have a great channel with useful content. Keep it up!
Great video and very comprehensive list. Just a mention on Alko wheel lock, the owner/seller will need to de-register the lock otherwise the new owner will not be able to request replacement parts i.e. keys. This may be the same for other makes.
Yay finally a new video
Sage advice as usual, thank you.
Good job Mr. T 👍
Great really useful video,thanks👍🏻
No problem 👍
Thank you Dan as always fantastic video will save as you know i am sorting all out tow car then caravan got the wrong car 50% down to me idid not do my research sales man told me car can tow. So i have know the car i need and caravan know just finance to be sorted i hope by August all your videos are brilliant helpful so are travelling k and carefree caravan.Again thanks Dan
As with everything else, its buyer beware. With regards to your most helpful pre-buying list, I d o not think sellers would entertain that kind of inspection from a buyer. Therefor, it would be better to get the professionals in, and if they do not accept them...Time to walk ! Thanks Dan.
Great video Dan, the videos getting better and better .the try to cheat us with selling our Caravan but luckily everything worked out fine. Ask why are European Caravan’s so different as caravans from the UK, showers load capacity layout etc.
Great list. Thanks for all the effort involved in producing it. Particularly useful for a beginner like my wife and I. Do you have a video about awnings as I can't find it? Thanks Keith
The first and most important check is to make sure the floor is not delaminated. Usually around kitchen area walk way as this is used the most
Next, on oven and fridge, check seals. Bad ones will use more electric! And/or cause possible hygiene problems.
And very important. If no evidence of new brake shoes last year or two, negotiate having them done.
A caravan with no or little braking could kill you!
Last, check for any panal respray. I have seen quite a few repaired vans, and some were diabolical.
Overspray around windows, on chassis, tyres, lights, etc are a give away.
Great list otherwise.
Very useful! Thank you!
This is great Dan for anyone buying a caravan
Wish we had one of these when buying our caravan
Question
When are you doing comparison for the netgear nighthawk m1 & m2 router ?
Really waiting for this so can make decision which to buy
Dan I noticed your kitchen window was not locked at the bottom
Look really closely, you'll realise its not my caravan ;-) The window was opened for some photography where i was stood outside poking through the window of this caravan.
good spot though !
Hello Dan, very helpful videos which have helped us get and sort our first van a swift 480 . Have you a vid / thoughts on twin vs singles as we are thinking of getting. Swift 635 as we think we’d like more room and better fixed bed. Dilemma is will it be too big / heavy even within tow limit for easy touring with our 3L BMW X3 . We like the small 480 but making up beds every night is tiresome and not that comfy, What are your thoughts on twin v singles ?
Makes sense to me.
Has anyone got a copy of the list they can share - the site appears to be down.
Hi I've tried to download the check list but having the same issue mentioned below. I've tried both on a laptop and my android phone but get the same message each time - tried to redirect to many times.
Dan the link for the check list just takes you to a free give away for a new phone. ???
Thanks Mike, can I ask what device you are using. i.e if you're using a desktop or a phone. That will help me track down any issues.
Thanks
@@TheTrudgians on a android phone. After several attempts I did manage to get access to it. Hope it gets sorted. Very very good list 👍
ill check it with an Android device. thanks.
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