The armrests on the drivers and passenger seats probably suffer most from wear, scuffs and grime. Inexpensive protectors that stretch … More
Author: steve livesley
A retired engineer and a classic car enthusiast when i find some relevant or interesting information I add them as posts to my various blogs for future reference ........ I am no expert on these topics just a keen enthusiast but I hope they will be of interest to others with a similar interest
Ladder / Bodywork Protection
Another use for pipe insulation to put on the end of your ladders with cable ties to protect the bodywork … More
Aux Socket fitting to radio
One of the problems with the earlier Peugeot cd/radios is that there is no auxiliary to plug and iPod our … More
Door Mirror Reflector
To reduce the risk of the collision of mirrors with oncoming vans I have added a white stick on reflector … More
Reverse Polarity electricity supply risks abroad.
When touring abroad from our experience about half the campsites we visited in France had the positive and negative terminals … More
Habitation Air Con Tips
From experience habitation air con will struggle to cool down an already hot van. You need to switch it on … More
Step Mat
A useful accessory available from most caravan retail shops (and ebay) provides a good anti slip surface when its wet … More
Thetford Europe | Mobile toilet & kitchen solutions since 1960
http://www.thetford-europe.com/ Most motorhomes and caravans will have something supplied by Thetford. Use the link for instruction manuals, spares and repairs.
Gas Locker Storage
The gas locker on our van is designed to take 2x6kg bottles. On average a bottle lasts us over a … More
Battery Charger Chart
A useful battery charge chart. If the control panel provides a reading in volts then you can be sure that … More
Cab Draughts
There are gaps all around the front seats to the floor where again draughts / cold air seems to come … More
DVSA – Vehicle Recalls
http://www.dft.gov.uk/vosa/apps/recalls/default.asp Has your motorhome our campervan (or any vehicle) had any recalls. Use the above link to check.
Cab Draughts
Under the Peugeot Boxer on the passenger side about level with the fuel cap there is a large vent that causes … More
Cab Mats
A set of cab mats keeps the mud and muck out the cab. They also provide an anti slip surface … More
Truma Levelling App
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.feo_elektronik.trumaapp&hl=en_GB Truma have a handy app available as a free download to assist in levelling your motorhome (or caravan)
Dash Mats
Dash mats improves the looks and practicality of the front dashboard providing a neat anti slip surface on the shelves. … More
Wi-Fi Hotspot Directory
http://www.hotspot-locations.co.uk/ Another useful website that lists all local WiFi hotspots throughout the UK (and most international destinations)
Roof Security Marking
Large numbers and letters are available on eBay and so long as you have space on the roof then put … More
Mobile Coverage Checker
http://maps.ofcom.org.uk/check-coverage/mobile Another handy website to check the mobile signal for a campsite you may be considering. You may need to … More
Truma Water Pistol Connector Switch Mod
I read where someone had done this mod to improve the control of the water pump when filling the water … More
Door Pocket Protector
The habitation door has a cloth pocket on it that is handy to slide the fly zapper into but I … More
Information on more than 2260 Motorhome Parking places in the United Kingdom
http://www.motorhomeparking.co.uk/ Some useful information about where you can our cannot park? Whether you are camping or parking? It is clear … More
Screw & Hand Protectors
Being a few years old the bike rack on our van had lost some of its original screw protector caps. … More
Alternatives to using motorway service stations – Just Off Junction
Why pay motorway service station prices – check out alternatives at http://www.justoffjunction.co.uk/
Heater Control Improvement
As with our last van we found it very difficult to control the temperature evenly throughout the van. The temperature … More
TV Channels At Campsite
http://www.freeview.co.uk/channels-at-your-address If you are a tele addict or don’t want to miss a tv program whilst you are away and … More
Bottle Clips
Our motorhome came with just the one bottle clip – unfortunately just one bottle of wine doesn’t last very long! … More
BBC Weather
http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather One of the better weather websites to check the weather before deciding where to go. Amazing the difference the … More
Safety Door Reflectors
A simple safety measure is to add a reflector to the inside of the driver and passenger doors – assuming … More
External Aerial Socket
A useful accessory available from most caravan retail shops is an external aerial point. Many campsites that have poor tv … More
Door Mirror Bump Stops
On the unfortunate occasion you might clip door mirrors with a van travelling in the opposite direction can turn out … More
Auxiliary 12v Sockets
All the Peugeot Boxer cigarette lighter type sockets to plug in accessories etc are keyed ie. only operate with the … More
Cab Draughts
The cabs in motorhomes are mainly designed to finish up as the cab of a pick up truck or the … More
Simple Security Idea
A simple security idea is to always leave the front wheels in full lock especially smaller camper vans. The easiest … More
Thatcham Approved Steering Locks
Like most motorhomes they are rich picking for thieves so I have taken most reasonable steps to protect mine. As … More
Bucket Handle Improvement
Like many motorhomers I occasionally find it more convenient to bale out the waste tank rather than driving round to … More
Seat Swivel Lever Protector
Several times I have caught my shins quite painfully on this lever that protrudes out into the gangway between the driver … More
Eco water saving shower head
If you are concerned about running out of water whilst having a shower then this “shower head” will help. It … More
Awning Handle Storage
When we first picked up our van the awning winder handle was just sitting in one of the top lockers … More
Waste water overflow alarm
Even though the waste tank has a level meter as standard it is not very accurate. It has 2 indicators … More
Sticky “dots”
The self adhesive plastic bumps or dots have many uses around the motorhome. To pack doors and drawers to prevent … More
Spare Wheel Airline
A very useful accessory to check your motorhome spare wheel that is tucked away under the van. The worse thing … More
Gas Alarm
Bought several years ago when there seemed a lot of press about motorhomers in Europe being gassed whist they sleep … More
Toe Protectors
Found this on an American RV forum applied to table legs but it reminded me of the time when I … More
Removable Solar Panel
Solar panels are a popular addition for topping up the vans battery. In my opinion unless you plan staying on … More
Power Inverter
If you intend stay on sites that have no electric hook up – and there are some really excellent CLs … More
Heater Blown Air Extension
Could never understand why they put a hot air blower outlet next to the heater? I thought I would add … More
Cleaning Water Tanks
A useful link to an article about cleaning drinking water tanks and any other water tank at http://zappysblog.co.uk/motorhome-articles/cleaning-water-tanks-and-containers-in-motorhomes-rvs-caravans-and-boat/
How to use French gas bottles when abroad
Useful information about how to use and adapt our calorgas connectors for French gas cylinders. Ideal for extended trips to … More
Cab Draughts
In cold weather and you can feel draughts coming from the front – good chance it is coming through the … More
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