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by Getcarter
Mon Apr 17, 2017 8:34 am
Forum: Bongo Fuel & Performance Issues
Topic: converting to LPG
Replies: 11
Views: 7312

Re: converting to LPG

Great answer above, I would also think about where you can get LPG local to you. BP are pulling away from LPG so as they refurbish their stations they are taking them out. We are near Guildford and only have 1 place to buy it so we do now have to make a special journey sometimes. Its still worth it ...
by Getcarter
Sat Feb 11, 2017 8:16 pm
Forum: Insurance
Topic: CARAVAN INSURANCE ANYONE
Replies: 14
Views: 11555

Re: CARAVAN INSURANCE ANYONE

Glad to help, I've never had to make a claim so no idea how they are but the price is good.
by Getcarter
Wed Feb 08, 2017 9:26 pm
Forum: Insurance
Topic: CARAVAN INSURANCE ANYONE
Replies: 14
Views: 11555

Re: CARAVAN INSURANCE ANYONE

Just renewed my 2003 senator Arizona for £66 with Frank Pickles. Its my third year with no claims and the premium has dropped every year.
by Getcarter
Sun Sep 18, 2016 9:02 am
Forum: Campsites
Topic: Nasty experiance in Walton on Thames.
Replies: 9
Views: 9741

Re: Nasty experiance in Walton on Thames.

Its a shame, we use CaCC sites a lot and always have great customer service. Most are franchised so good customer service is good business. Probably got a seasonal helper on a bad day. I would leave a post on their twitter page, these things tend to get a response as they are highly visible and they...
by Getcarter
Sat Jul 23, 2016 7:14 am
Forum: Bongo Camping Equipment
Topic: Duvalay
Replies: 2
Views: 2399

Re: Duvalay

Yes, I have on occasion. We have a caravan and use them in there all the time but I sometimes have the odd night in the Bongo. We also use them for guests in the house as they work fine on the floor. They are the perfect solution for sleeping on the seats in my opinion. I remove the headrests and so...
by Getcarter
Sun Jul 17, 2016 2:06 pm
Forum: Bongo Chat
Topic: CAN I TOW THIS VAN SAFELY?
Replies: 32
Views: 10099

Re: CAN I TOW THIS VAN SAFELY?

Just make sure you get the heavy duty tow bar not the light weight one.
by Getcarter
Thu Apr 21, 2016 9:00 pm
Forum: Bongo Chat
Topic: towing a caravan
Replies: 6
Views: 3676

Re: towing a caravan

I used to have a 2 ltr but swapped it for a V6 to tow our caravan. I never towed with the 2 ltr but reckon it would not manage much more than a small trailer well.
by Getcarter
Thu Mar 24, 2016 8:28 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Caravan Towing Questions
Replies: 33
Views: 10930

Re: Caravan Towing Questions

Damp - Getcarter - Ouch! :shock: That was an expensive fix! If the damp isnt readily obvious by marks or smell, are there any other tell tale signs I should look out for? Look out for a spongy feel in the wall boards where there should be solid wood. The damp often gets in from the awning rails on ...
by Getcarter
Tue Mar 22, 2016 10:48 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Caravan Towing Questions
Replies: 33
Views: 10930

Re: Caravan Towing Questions

Just one thing to note if buying a used caravan, make sure you check for damp or get the caravan checked by someone who knows how to check. We bought a great looking 2003 caravan that looked perfect on the inside but turned out to have a major damp issue. It cost me over £2000 to get it sorted as lo...
by Getcarter
Sun Mar 20, 2016 2:59 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Caravan Towing Questions
Replies: 33
Views: 10930

Re: Caravan Towing Questions

I've also got a gearbox oil cooler. Cost about £140 fitted if I remember
by Getcarter
Sun Mar 20, 2016 9:05 am
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Caravan Towing Questions
Replies: 33
Views: 10930

Re: Caravan Towing Questions

Make sure you fit a heavy duty tow bar, the light weight one is no good for heavy caravans. I tow a single axel with a MTPLM of 1472 kg and this is fine for my V6. I work on a max noseweight of 85 kg and have a noseweight scale to check the loading Never looked back since getting a caravan. 20 minut...
by Getcarter
Sat Feb 27, 2016 7:48 pm
Forum: Bongo Camping Equipment
Topic: CURIOUS QUESTION TOWING LIMITS
Replies: 31
Views: 10068

Re: CURIOUS QUESTION TOWING LIMITS

We have a single axel big caravan, its 7.2M including the draw bar and weighs about 1500 kgs. I tow it with the V6 tintop no problem. Can we a bit slow on long hills but no real issue. The bongo is a great tow car, nice and steady. Loads of room inside, huge washroom with walk in shower and you can ...
by Getcarter
Sat Aug 01, 2015 8:04 pm
Forum: Bongo Fuel & Performance Issues
Topic: LPG in the South of England
Replies: 11
Views: 6345

Re: LPG in the South of England

I had my V6 converted at Battersea autogas in London but that might be a bit far for you.

My friend used PI Fuel systems in Petersfield for his Range Rover but I have never used them

http://www.p-i-fuelsystems.co.uk/lpg_conversions.htm
by Getcarter
Wed Mar 04, 2015 8:27 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Burning Smell - 2lt Petrol Bongo 2001
Replies: 16
Views: 4653

Re: Burning Smell - 2lt Petrol Bongo 2001

I've had this on a 2l and on a V6, never found out what was wrong, just got used to it.
by Getcarter
Sat Jan 24, 2015 5:52 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: towbars on lpg converted bongo
Replies: 27
Views: 15610

Re: towbars on lpg converted bongo

I had a tow bar fitted after my LPG conversion with no problems. 321 away did it for me but no idea what brand. All fits fine

Have towed a heavy caravan for one season no problem

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