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Originally Posted by Hampton Caught

Don't forget to do the obvious, safety-related things such as checking the trailer lights, and if you can't get the whole caravan serviced by a specialist, at least tighten the wheel nuts and check the tyre pressures, oh, and the tyres themselves. Caravan tyres can get flat spots where they are not used for months on end, so this can degrade the tyre wall. I think the Caravan Club advice is to change them every 6 years whatever the mileage.

As previously mentioned, 'Tyron' bands are an excellent idea. Have them on my 'van. They prevent the tyre coming off the rim if you have a blow-out. You can control the outfit and stop safely without parking the 'van on it's side! Money very well spent. If your second-hand van already has them, make sure the vendor passes on the very long allen-key tool, as a tyre fitter will need this to take the Tyron bands off, as and when.

Graham, very interesting point you make about the nose weight decreasing with speed. Never really thought about that.

Can we ask again about a caravanners forum? Sounds like a superb idea

Steve

I have spoken to the guy i'm buying it off tonight and he says he baught it in March this year from a reputable dealer and it was serviced before he took delivery. So sounds good!