caravan tag
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Panorama caravan Not strictly motoring but anycaravan owners out there know where I can find a plumbing diagram for this,its a 5.67m 1981,has been completely gutted and I am now in the process of refitting(shower has been taken out) Have searched the net but no luck. |
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Caravan importing Can anybody that has imported a caravan from England help me please.who can you recomend to freight it! Best price etc. Are there people that organise buying and freighting vans for you, Are Hobby caravans really as good as they look!or are ther other mak... |
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Re-registering a de-reg caravan Whats involved! is it the same process as a trailer! (purchase plate and rego , then WOF) or is it more in depth, what else is looked at that wouldnt be on a standard trailer! |
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Caravan battery wiring help pls I have rebuilt our van and am ready to buy off grid power system. Solar panel, battery and charger. I need a simple wiring diagram and suggestions for best kit and set up. I would like to buy battery and charger solar panel then possibly add an inverter l... |
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Older caravan(late 70s) wheel stud pattern an old oxford caravan i am restoring i believe the wheel stud pattern is early cortina . does anybody know if you can buy anything new in this pattern . just a pressed steel type wheel not a mag . or does anything else more common these days fit! |
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Concept Ascot Caravan. Are they good vans? We are wanting to buy a NZ Made tandem caravan but have come across a Concept Ascot van that maybe suitable (Australian made I think). Does anyone have one of these and what are your comments on them please. |
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1999 Nissan van : Model Caravan Where is the jack located in one of these please! |
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ANYONE HAVE A CARAVAN TO LEASE 6 MONTHS? looking for a caravan with wof, reg to rent for the snow season down in queenstown/wanaka region for kiwi lad back home for the season |
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Nissan Caravan/Urvan 2007+. Whos got one? Needing to upgrade a work van, prefer the new shape hiace but looking at the other options. What are these new Nissan vans like! would be looking at the 3.0l td and NZ new. Any opinions thanks! |
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Nissan Caravan 2004 Blown parker light Our 2004 Nissan Caravan 10 seater van has a blown parker light. Warrant guy couldnt figure out how to get to the bulb and neither can hubby. Can anyone help! Thanks |
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Caravan cladding Does anyone know where you can buy that sheetmetal/aluminium cladding for caravan (weatherboard style) as seen mostly on aussie vans! Is this a good type of cladding! |
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Insurance costs for a caravan Anyone know the approx cost to insure a caravan, that cost $30,000 to buy, is it the same as car insurance! thanks in advance if anyone knows |
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Cheap old caravan - Taranaki We are looking for a cheap old caravan (only to use as a kids room at the cowshed) I dont think there is many of these around anymore! If you can help or know someone who has one, any info would be appreciated. Thanks |
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Caravan ewof etc, can anyone help ! Im trying to find some information about caravans and regulations like how often it needs to go for an ewof. what other regulations govern the use of a caravan being hired out to a member of the public and what certification etcs it needs before this is d... |
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Caravan awning Could anyone tell me what a caravan awning (16ft) would be worth. Cheers |
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Caravan Electric Brake question Thinking about getting a small camper/caravan around the 900 - 1000kg size. It has electric brakes. Can you use any brand of controller or do they have to be a matched set! |
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Caravan help please Hi there, looking at buying a caravan which is an 'import' but the door is on the drivers side.Apart from having to be careful if parked on road and going to get in the caravan does anyone know of any problems that this can cause, just don't s... |
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Power Inverter for caravan Is a 12v/230v 1500W Power Inverter the best to use in a standard 15 foot caravan! |
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Lilliput Caravan Club Does anyone know how to get in touch with the Lilliput Caravan Club, I have been trying to find them and so far no luck, unfortunately google is not turning up any contact details. |
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Best way to fasten a solar panel to caravan roof? Don’t want it to leak and don’t want it to fly off while travelling.Tek screw or bolt or pop rivet nuts? |
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Diesel heater in caravan Who do we get to install a diesel heater in a caravan. |
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2nd hand caravan purchases hi all sellers and buyers of caravans please be aware SOME caravans will have leaks only a detailed inspection will pick up.I have looked at about 10 2nd hand uk caravans with at least 50% of them having leaks that only a solid inspection will pick up und... |
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Nissan Caravan 3.0 L Auto Diesel Increase Payload Someone please advise me how to increase my 3.0 L Turbo Automatic LWB High Roof van payload by 500kg to GVM 3250kg? Currently my van GVM 2750Kg |
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Nissan Caravan Disc rotors. How long would you suggest it would take a garage to change these? Its a 2009 model and 4wd. I was somewhat shocked at the bill for labour. |
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Listing a caravan Hi. I have been trying to list my caravan for sale but can’t seem to list using my phone. Is it something I am doing? Never had problems listing in the past. All photos are on my phone and haven’t got access to a computer currently. Thanks |
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2008 Nissan Caravan Van Engine When van engine is cold when starting the ignition, you can hear a rattling sound from the front of the engine. And when the van engine warms up the rattling sound quietens down. Could someone please advise me what the problem could be? |
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2003 Nissan Caravan 3.02Ltr Diesel Turbo hiya Im hoping you switched on guys are able to advise me of what or any, Pitfalls are to the above van. I have already bought, its got 185ks on the clock. I knew previous owner and know it has been well looked after and serviced. Im just hopi |
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Importing car and caravan from Australia. I’m working in the Australian outback for the next 3-4yrs and thinking about buying a new 4x4 ute and new caravan. At the end of the my stint in oz, I’m thinking about shipping it all home. What would be the pro and cons of this exercise? |
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Caravan towing Hi all, we're looking at purchasing a decent sized caravan. we have two motorcycles that we also want to take along with us on our travels. so are considering a van lwb, or a smaller class 1 box truck. so looking for a bit of advice on suitable vehicles, ... |
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Plumbing in caravan Any one you could recomend to alter the water system in a UK caravan in CHCH Regards John . |
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Popup caravan vs "real one" hi, i'm interested in people's opinions on the merits of popup vs already up, normal caravans for families with a few kids. obviously the popups are easier to store and lug around, but i wonder whether the hassle to erect and dissassemble them is worth it... |
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Stolen Caravan https://www.facebook.com/scott.dornbusch.9/posts/10153086448753933 |
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Caravan owners I was told yesterday that tandem axel caravans tow easier in the wind than single axel caravans, true or false. I thought there wouldn't be much difference seeing that tandem vans are usually bigger meaning more area for the wind to catch. |
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2008 Nissan Caravan Hi would any one know how to remove the head light unit/assembly from a 2008 Nissan Caravan/Homy/Urvan. Need to change the park light bulb Thanks |
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Caravan reg & wof tags ? Does a caravan reg & wof tags have to be displayed near the reg plate or can they be displayed anywhere else on the caravan ? Thanks |
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Nissan Terrano - 2.7, 3 or 3.2L for towing caravan Hi Guys, I'm thinking of getting a Nissan Terrano for towing a caravan? I've read that the 3.0L options are no good. Is the 3.0L Manual vs having the Auto any better? They appear to only be Autos in the 2.7 and 3.2 L variations. Are these transmissions re... |
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Caravan insulation I am restoring an old 1960's caravan and I need to insulate it. It is 25mm timber frame with aluminium skin on the out side and ply lining on the inside. If I use 25mm polystyrene as insulation ,will there be any condensation problems? would a vapour barr... |
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Caravan Wiring Want to borrow my fathers 23foot caravan. Being a new UK one it has the extra four wires on the trailer plug. Is the wiring standard for these like a normal 7 pin plug i.e one for brakes,one for charging battery etc. I would rather get the plug fitted wer... |
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Importing a caravan from the UK Hey there, been on the hunt for a caravan from the UK to Wellington and have sourced an export company, was thinking if someone else was importing a car we could share the cost of shipping. We plan to order a 40 foot container and apparently even if we ge... |
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Towing a caravan If you cant see through your caravan back window(full bathroom no window) are you required by law to use extended mirrors? |
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Nissan Caravan & Navara / Skyline gearbox's Got some lingering issues with my 95 Nissan Caravan gearbox & have heard that some internals are interchangeable between the Caravan & Skyline/ Narvara box's. The Caravan box is an R55w71c Also does anyone know of a Narvara box (2wd or 4wd) that is column... |
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Caravan roof sealant Can anyone recommend a sealant for a late model jayco caravan please |
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Nissan Caravan (E25) Headlight removal HI the BIL needs to replace a headlight bulb but tells me he cant get the B B B B B B B light unit out. I assume its a case of off with the grill and maybe bumper but he says the grill wont shift either. Anyone have any suggestions? |
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Portable solar panels for caravan I'm after a bit of guidance here. Looking at getting a folding solar panel (100 - 120 Watt). I don't feel like spending upwards of $800+ for some on the market. Looking at Camec at around $400. I see some on here that are in the $220 - 250 price range. Ma... |
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Caravan Relocation Can anyone recommend options? We recently purchased a caravan located in Christchurch and want to get it relocated to Taranaki. We have one quote, so far, from a caravan cartage company for $3000! We are prepared to drive down and bring it back but don't ... |
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If you drive a RV, caravan or truck slow down in passing lanes and let vehicles that are allowed to travel at 100 kph to pass, instead of being a twat and racing your over powered rig to show off. |
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Hyundai 2.2 diesel for towing caravan?. Comments please |
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Caravan/ motorhome inspections For caravans/ motorhomes are there any people who specialise in the pre-sale inspection of these items? or Is it better to take a caravan to a caravan renovator etc to check it out? |
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Vehicle for towing a small caravan Hi, can anyone recommend a vehicle for towing a 14 foot caravan? It's a '64 Zephyr so maybe 1000-1200kgs? It has brakes. My budget is about $10k. Thing is. I don't tow very often so the vehicle will mostly be used for around town driving, therefore I don'... |
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Caravan rego on hold/no warrant Well as far as I'm aware you don't have to put a caravan or trailer on hold. Our van was 3 months over on the rego,and when I renewed it I got 12 months from that day. If you left it unrego'd for years it would expire and you'd have to get a n |
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The Holden add, towing a caravan Really is this the best holden can come up with? Comparing performance to an almost 20 year old prado. |
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Nissan Caravan 3L manual Diesel shuddering When I take off in 1st gear it shudders quite a lot, fine once going what would cause this? |
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Towing a Caravan Can someone please advise whether a Nissan X trail or a Nissan Murano would be the best tow vehicle for a small caravan. |
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Import caravan from USA? Now I'm retired the missus wants to travel a bit (around NZ). We don't like the ex English caravans mainly because of knowing 4 different families who bought modern, ex English and have had nothing but trouble, mainly with rain water leaks. 2 of these had... |
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Caravan Enthusiasts - Updating and Repairing Tips And hints Wanted please :) Would like to recover the bench top it's the stick on stuff, it's peeling up and very outdated and ugly, how did those of you that updated it without getting a new one altogether go about it, what did you use? Also thinking of t... |
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Towing trailer/caravan Omg. Yes, that has tweaked my grey matter! One of my good friends worked at Summers, the Kawasaki importers in Auckland. They ran out of front forks and had about a dozen H1's parked in the w'shop. |
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Caravan Brakes Locking I have recently bought an old Zephyr caravan, from the 1970's. It has a very useful and, I have found, effective hand-brake so that it does not roll down the hill while parked. I had to reverse it earlier today, and the hand-brake activated itself, render... |
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Poptop Caravan Weight Can anyone give me a weight estimate of a typical 1970s poptop caravan? |
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Hyundai Santa Fe & towing 17ft caravan We're looking at a 2009 2.2 Auto Diesel Santa Fe. What are the pros and cons of these vehicles and how do you think they'd go towing a 17ft caravan? Huge thanks in advance |
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Expired registration on caravan I have been offered a 1970's caravan, but the registration has not been kept up does anyone know the cost and process to get a new registration? |
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10K to spend on a car to tow a caravan.HELP! The Falcon has almost had it so I need to replace it with another car that can tow a caravan a few times a year and run around town with the kids the rest of the time. Budget around 10K. Hit me with your ideas. I want something that is a lot more economic... |
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Caravan repairs and painting in CHCH can anyone suggest anyone doing this please |
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Cost of electrical wof for caravan please! anyone know the cost these days please! |
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This sat 1pm caravan derby ,christchurch at ELLESMERE SPEEDWAY 1PM RACING STARTS tomorow , great family day out ! get out of the city for a day! |
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Caravan Wreckers? Im struggling to find a spare wheel for our 1977 caravan, it has the same size stud pattern as an escort/cortina. Is there such a thing as caravan wreckers! |
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Caravan Insulation Has anyone had any experience using aerosol Insulation foam in the roof and walls of an aluminiun sheathed motor home or caravan! We have a 7meter traillite van and it is now getting a bit cold to use. I would be gratefull for any advise. Cheers, Ted |
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Eletcrical Warrant on caravan, How Much? Long time since we had a caravan, thinking of getting one. How much is an electrical warrant these days! |
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Caravan RCD! Ook . we have a current EWOFon our caravan (was given on the 5/01/2011) . BUT . we went away this weekend in it, and our power didnt work at the first site we were given at the campground, as they had installed the new power supply thingys . so we were mo... |
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Looking for padded stone-guards for caravan We are in Canterbury,does anybody knows if there are any manufacturers of ready-made stone guards,or do you have to get auto or marine upholstery place to make them specially |
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Gas detector for caravan. Im looking for recommendations from anyone who has one also where do you buy them.Thanks |
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Mains electrical on a caravan. A question. http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/243119825.jpg In the pic. on the left you can see a double 3 pin ple similar to a NZ household plug. I spoke to the seller about the plug points, and he told me the caravan is 12 volt only.My question is, does ... |
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Pop Up Caravan Bought this As Is Where Is.My question. Do I have to have an Electrical Cert or can I go for the normal WOF and Rego.BTW I won't be using electricity in the caravan anyhow. |
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Caravan registration Is a caravan considered the same as a trailor when it comes to registration costs. Looked out on site but can't see anything on caravans |
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How bigger house bus/motorised caravan can you drive on a car license ! |
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Caravan swap i have a tandem caravan wanting to sell, $9000 or swap for small car, swift or viva |
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Towbar. Anyone no of anyone who has ever had a car 1300 1600 that has had a towbar and towed a lightweight caravan fine im looki anyone no of anyone who has ever had a car 1300-1600 that has had a towbar and towed a lightweight caravan fine! im looking at a new car but like a little hatchback but worried it wont work. im liking a little mazda axela |
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Buying a Caravan My parents are looking at buying their first caravan.Is there somewhere you can take them to get a pre purchase inspection similar to what the AA does for cars! |
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Costs of painting a caravan roof/waterproofing and possibly whole caravan.We have been quoted 4k for a total re-paint, i thought that was quite expensive, but atm i have no other quotes to comapre it too.The roof is the worst, it is a 1977 caravan that looks like it has never been re-painted.On the ro... |
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Caravan Experts When looking at caravans to buy and do up what do you need to make sure is in good condition.eg no rust but what else.Dont want to find i have to pay loads of money to fix something major |
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Camper/caravan need sinks, christchurch - help hi, can anyone recommend someone to fit two sinks into and old camper van in christchurch! not sure who to contact as new to all of this. thanks |
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Newbie: Tips & Hints on buying pop top caravan. Hi all, I'm thinking of buying a pop top caravan. Probably something light & small but not tiny, maybe like a 2-3 berth!!My vehicle is a 2L 2006 Nissan Serena with a CVT gearbox (hopefully it would be ok to tow a light caravan!!). My price range i... |
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Awning pieces missing. Hi first time on forum but desperate to find joining fittings for countess caravan awning have all the po Hi, first time on forum but desperate to find joining fittings for COUNTESS caravan awning. Have all the poles and roof walls but no joiners. Can someone please help. Will be on nightshift for next few days but will check back in on Sat. Cheers guys. |
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Awning pieces missing. Hi first time on forum but desperate to find joining fittings for countess caravan awning have all the po Hi, first time on forum but desperate to find joining fittings for COUNTESS caravan awning. Have all the poles and roof walls but no joiners. Can someone please help. Will be on nightshift for next few days but will check back in on Sat. Cheers guys. |
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Caravan Brakes. Just want some idea as to cost to fit a new complete braking system to a 25ft caravan including tow fitting cali Just want some idea as to cost to fit a new complete braking system to a 25ft caravan, including tow fitting, calipers, rotors, lines etc. Not looking at electric as an option, just the older hydrolic override system. Cheers |
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Needing to get a caravan from cromwell to kaiapoi Hi does anybody know a transport company or person that could get our caravan from cromwell to chch ,have tried twice driving down but both times have had car troubles so dont think i can go through that again. |
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What is the max width of a caravan in nz for our roads. cheers in advance |
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Caravan weight? Was wondering if anyone knows what approximate weight an 18' Caravan would be! |
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Caravan roof repair i am going to reseal and repaint both edges of roof.would a waterproof marine paint {white} be suitable for the final seal & paint ! any imfo would be helpful regards Lou |
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Caravan towing mirrors. any one have any experience with which type are the better. Are the ones that suck on to existing car mirror any good!And do the clip on ones stay put!About to buy some and not sure what!Cheers thanks for input. |
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Importing a caravan from UK Has anyone done this from NZ!Im looking for an early to mid 2000 model as an extra room. I hadnt had anything to do with them and was surprised at how expensive they are.Thanks in advance. |
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Caravan I have an old 60s caravan that needs some body work to be done to her. Would I just take her to a panel beater to get quotes; or are there people that specialize in this! Thanks! |
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Building your own caravan/teardrop trailer A friend of mine from Oz is a huge vintage caravan fanatic and sent me a customised Hotwheels Anglia 105E sedan and teardrop trailer using the Anglia body as the base. I have been thinking for some time now about building the real thing. I have searched t... |
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Caravan Brake Help Just doing the brakes on my parents 16ft caravanthinking about putting a new coupling on. Has one like the first link but how much difference would one in the second link make to the one in the first link, it is going to be sold after all this stuff is do... |
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1980 Marlin Caravan Anyone heard of them! I purchased one of here a few weeks ago but cant seem to find any others or info on them. It is registered as a Marlin and has 2 badges on the side but thats all I know. |
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Caravan WOF? could anyone outline for me what a caravan needs to gain a WOF please! |
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Honda CRV 1996. Will a honda crvhandle a single axle trailerwith load of firewoodor tow small caravan Will a Honda CRV,handle a single axle trailer,with load of firewood,or tow small caravan! |
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Caravan Plug Are you able to use a caravan plug with a normal 3 point plug on it in a camping ground or do you have to use the other type! |
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2005 Nissan Caravan 3.0di - I want a rev counter ? These dont come out with em. but need a different alternator- one that has a pulse thing that will work a rev counter. any one got any ideas on doing it !OR where to get a suitable alternator for 3.0litre di diesel ! |
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Caravan parts We are going to buy a horse truck and it needs a few things done to it and not sure where to get parts from is there anywhere out there that does second hand caravan parts or second hand horse truck parts ie windows, door,etc, cheers |
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12v 35watt caravan light bulbs where the bl@@dy 'ell do you buy them in jafaland! |
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Wanting a caravan for famly holidays We are on the look out for a caravan. After a great weekend away tenting we have decided it's time to upgrade to a caravan. We are looking for a 4 berth caravan. We are looking for a tidy caravan under $5000 with an awning in the south island. If you ... |
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Caravan brakes. I have a trojan hydrolic brake coupling on my 15yo vagabond caravan the seals in the damper need replacing as wh I have a Trojan hydrolic brake coupling on my 15yo vagabond caravan. The seals in the damper need replacing as when stopping or starting off the van jerks etc. Has anyone ever done this job that could help me out. |
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STOLEN.1996 ELIS SUPERSTORM CARAVAN Hi everyone,i have had a 25ft Elddis Superstorm caravan stolen from the West Coast near Kurama up the Greenstone valley, [ quite remote ]it was taken at about midnight Saturday,it was spotted going over Arthurs Pass at about 1 30am Sunday morning.it is cr... |
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Caravan brake issue - who will fix it? I live in Taranaki and have a 1977 caravan that is leaking brake fluid (the brakes are now not working).Who do you take caravan to to get fixed, is there a special caravan place or should any mechanic be able to fix it!Thanks :) |
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Jayco caravans. I am looking for a new caravan has anyone heard anything bad about the jayco range I am looking for a new caravan. Has anyone heard anything bad about the jayco range! |
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Zephyr caravan floor replacement Q's The floor is sagging on all 4 corners and the front of the caravan has started digging into the draw bar about 20mm. so sagging 30mm or so. Is the only way to replace the floor on these things to take the body off! Have just stripped it out and looking fo... |
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Covering caravan looking at getting a cover for our caravan as we only use it a couple of times a year. I have looked at some on here but a fairly dear.Would a good tarp do the job.Just want to keep the weather off it. |
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Nissan Caravan 3 litre Diesel 2000/ 2003How do these compare with the trusty old Hi Ace please! |
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Caravan insurance Dose anyone know how much it costs annually to insure a caravan.We are about topurchased a 3 berth 1980 model and are thinking of keeping it on site in a caravan park.Thanks. |
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Spare wheel for caravan Our caravan is in need of a spare wheel.Could one be sourced threw a car wreckers of is there a place specificly for caravan wheels. The tyres i have on the van are an odd size only has 550-13, so what if anything is that equivalent too! Ta |
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Sandblasting and rust protection caravan chassis does anyone know the apporx cost of getting this done! Cheers |
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Wanting an old caravan in Auckland I am after one please to do a demo derby with. |
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Towing a caravan For those who have towed several caravans, is there really any difference between a 15ft liteweight and a standard caravan! (eg fuel, stabiltiy). We have a xr6 for towing. Cheers |
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What is the width of a std Caravan im looking to find out what the width of a std caravan is, as we are looking at a carport and not too sure if it will be wide enough, looking at buying a caravan in the new year . |
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