19 replies to this topic

[Littlegizmos]

have you seen this? 130kg

http://www.sleeperkitcaravan.co.uk/

Edited by Littlegizmos, 17 March 2010 - 09:58 PM.

[Burnard]

yeah i didnt think of the fuel tank, would the tow bar not go underneath the tank and bolt onto the subframe? just thought it would be nice to take to mini shows lol, never mind, looks like i'm back to the tent after all lol! thanks for all your help guys!

Stick a bit of foam in the back and sleep in the van, makes far more sence

[miniman86]

yeah, not so sure the missus would be too keen though lol!!

[The_Mistro]

I doubt towing would be a strain on the engine. It's just if the weight is too great then it can make the car and it's trailer unstable.

I've seen lots of cars that are not really suitable to tow caravans (far too small) on their sides on motorways during heavy side winds. We spotted one just after the Severn Bridge whilst driving home from Bristol Mini Day 2008.

i was told that towing can cause extra wear on the gearbox, depending on what has been towed, it can double the wear, thats why you will never see a car with a tow bar in a second hand car dealership, unless its a defender etc

Edited by The_Mistro, 17 March 2010 - 11:43 PM.

[miniman86]

update on this, they do a rapido van that weighs in at 395kilos!!!! i could always put the caravan on a diet, get it down to 365 kilos, and then i'm off!! right? lol