This blog consists of a collection of posts about projects I have carried out on our motorhome as well as…
How to Adjust Car Headlights
How to Adjust Car Headlights: 9 Steps (with Pictures) – wikiHow https://www.wikihow.com/Adjust-Car-Headlights
Using the canopy for rain protection
Rollout canopies are great to provide shade from the hot sun and light rain – but when used for rain…
Door window retainer
A handy little cut out to clip the window back to stop it blowing about in the wind when open…
Motorhome door latch repair
The door slammed shut when there was a gust of wind when i realised it wasn’t shut properly – and…
How to drive safely in heavy rain and downpours
50+ clever, surprising, and incredibly practical smartphone features you probably didn’t know
50+ clever, surprising, and incredibly practical smartphone features you probably didn’t know Check your pulse, level a painting on the…
What Car?’s top cars for towing
Spare Steel Tyre Valve
I recently had a slow puncture repair sorted which turned out to be the valve itself leaking. I was surprised…
Going Green
Great new roof mounted accessory, generates loads of power only down side is avoiding the bridges.
CAMPINGS MUNICIPAUX FRANCE
CAMPINGS MUNICIPAUX FRANCE I Retrouvez les Campings Municipaux en France sur cartes This website lists the municipal sites across France.…
ACSI Campsites Europe app
ACSI Campsites Europe app This handy app helps you find a campsite or motorhome pitch! Not forgetting the great out…
INFO – Beware of Paying TREBLE for Dartford Crossing
Pay the Dartford Crossing charge (Dart Charge) If you are planning a trip and it means going over the Dartford…
PROJECT – Roof vent / blind repair
The last time we were away in the van the blind handle slipped out of my fingers, it snapped back…
TIP – Handy Width & Height Dims
Always a good idea to have your motorhome or caravan critical dimensions readily available to look at when you suddenly…
TIPS – Motorhome Traveller
Tip Archives – Motorhome Traveller Some good tips from the Motorhome Traveller https://motorhometraveller.co.uk/tag/tip
TIP – LHD headlight beam deflectors
Last year whilst staying on the CAMC site just outside Folkestone waiting to cross the channel a motorhomer in the…
PROJECT – Lockers Locked Indicators!
Not sure if I’ve covered these before but after giving the van a good wash this last weekend a few…
TIP – Spare Wheel Check
Thought it was time i checked the procedure if i were to get a puncture whilst on the road. I…
PROJECT – How to Get Wifi From 4 KM or 2.5 Miles Away!!!
How to Get Wifi From 4 KM or 2.5 Miles Away!!! UPDATED FOR FASTER SPEEDS!!!! How to Get Wifi From…
TIP – Which way to open the Heki vent?
Often had to think twice which way to turn the handle on the Heki to open or close it. So…
INFO – Fridge Vent Covers
These covers are easily removed by twisting the securing screws by just half a turn. Be careful you don’t lose…
INFO – A great source for spare parts for motorhome and caravan
http://www.caktanks.com/files/cak_catalogue_2013/2013_Cak_Catalogue_Low_Res.pdf 2013_Cak_Catalogue_Low_Res.pdf
TIP – Solar Panels?
I don’t have a roof mounted solar panel as i can’t see the point as we rarely stay in one…
TIP – Park Smart
Find out what the car crime rate is where you park your car. With Park Smart, you can simply add…
TRIPS – Best days out ideas in the UK | National Trust
Days out Check ideas for great days out with the National Trust. From beaches, houses and gardens to parks, pubs…
TIP – Winter Storage Heating
If you have electricity available to your motorhome or caravan during the cold winter periods when not in use –…
MOD – Shower light switch
I was always struggling to find the wc light switch in the dark especially when the clothes dryer had been…
TIP – Storage of bulky items
Our motorhome is not big enough to have it’s own ”garage” for storing larger items. A good place for the…
INFO – DISKLOK
For added security i have a disklok full steering wheel lockable cover. Bought it from eBay as used – it…
TIPS – Security whilst sleeping in your motorhome or campervan
Security whilst sleeping in your motorhome or campervan Your motorhome or campervan being broken in to whilst you sleep is…
INFO – Leaf Spring Coil Assisters
Leaf Spring Coil Assisters Home & Info page An alternative to the air suspension option – perhaps less high tech…
GADGET – Water Heater Cover Remover Tool
Trauma Water Heater Cover Remover Tool A handy gadget that is easy to make http://www.1carpc.co.uk/wcdr/helpful-ideas-2.htm
PROJECT – Caravan Damp Repairs
Wizards Caravan Damp Repair Caravan damp repairs by diy caravanners. Some great inspiration to do your own damp repairs on…
TIP – Whiten Up those Yellowing plastic fittings
A quick and simple way to white up those yellowing plastic covers (water filler, ehu flap and water heater cover,…
INFO – Ten Things to Pack for a Walking Holiday – iFootpath
Ten Things to Pack for a Walking Holiday We know you love walking and everyone loves a holiday. But have…
INFO – How to prevent motorhome theft – Practical Advice – Motorhomes & Campervans – Out and About Live
Motorhome insurance: How to prevent motorhome theft Thatcham categories 1 to 5 and Sold Secure are just some of the…
MOD – Cigarette lighter socket / USB Upgrade
Nick’s Tips #15 – USB Upgrade – Motorhome Traveller Nicks Tip #15 USB Sockets With the onset of all of…
TIP – Prevent Loo Roll unravelling
Take your toilet roll off the holder, or secure with an elastic band when you are travelling to stop it…
INFO – Proof how much heat is generated by your electric hook up lead
Walters Wardens on Twitter: “This photo of my friends mains hookup lead, shows how much heat is generated when plugged…
MODS – Air Suspension
Nick’s Tips #14 – Air Suspension https://motorhometraveller.co.uk/nicks-tip-14-air-suspension
INFO – how to match a car and caravan
Towing 101 part 2: how to match a car and caravan | Blog | Practical Caravan What tow car is…
GADGET – Pop Up Road Cones
Nick’s Tips #33 – Pop Up Road Cones – Motorhome Traveller Nick’s Tip #33 Pop up cones These are great…
INFO – How to Measure your Caravan or Vehicle for an Awning
How to Measure your Caravan or Vehicle for an Awning Find the perfect awning for your caravan or vehicle http://www.vango.co.uk/gb/blog/136_how-to-measure-your-caravan-or-vehicle-for-an-awning.html?utm_campaign=crowdfire&utm_content=crowdfire&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter#810026317508972545-tw1508792926013
REVIEW – LIDL TOWEL RAIL
A great little towel rail that simply hangs over the top of a cupboard door so easy to fit. Only…
REVIEW – Refillable Gas Bottles – Motorhome Traveller
Nick’s Tips #5 – Refillable Gas Bottles – Motorhome Traveller This is a great one for all of you who…
INFO – Carbon Monoxide – A Silent Killer!
Carbon Monoxide – A Silent Killer! I think we all need a reminder about the effects of Carbon Monoxide. It…
MODS – Side Blind! Protecting the Public!! – Motorhome Traveller
Nick’s Tips #18 – Side Blind! Protecting the Public!! – Motorhome Traveller Nick’s Tip #18 Cab side blinds Our last…
TIPS – Non Slip Table Mats
A must when your caravan or motorhome is not pitched perfectly flat for preventing plates etc sliding on smooth table…
REVIEW – Gaslow Gauge
Been using one of these for several years now and has 2 good uses. 1.To give an indication when the…
