Motorhome Damp Repair – Customer Case Study
Damp Repair Case Study. Motorhome with water ingress, full repair process.
Toilet Not Working in Caravan or Motorhome?
If your toilet is not working in your caravan or motorhome, here are my top tips for year round successful toliet operation, keep your toilet fresh and ready to go! Nobody wants to go back to a smelly toilet in their Caravan or Motorhome…! How to leave the toilet out of season: Flushing the Top Tank –Before tucking your Caravan or Motorome away over the winter season, make sure you flush the top tank with clean water. You do NOT want to leave any resedue of chemical in the system as it will crystalise. Once crystalised your flush pump will […]
Mains electic tripping at the post, why?
Overloading your Caravan / Motorhomes Electrics? If your Mains electic is tripping at the post, and you are wonder why? There are two common causes that trip my electrics,1. Overloading – MCB Trips2. An Earth Fault – RCD Trips If you think you have a fault with your 230v system, consider an EICR test, it is a sefty test and will give you a written report on the sfety of your caravan, motorhome or campervan. Here is some more info on EICR. The last thing you want to do on holiday is trip your electrics, and potentially your neighbours! To […]
Considerations when you plan to go off-grid
Are you planning to take your Caravan, Motorhome or Campervan off-grid?Fancy going off-grid, but a little nervous?Need your leisure battery to last the whole trip? If you are a keen explorer, here are some lithium battery considerations to ensure you get the most out of your Caravan, Motorhome or Campervan. If you are considering installing an inverter, battery charger, or solar panel, contact us and request our short questionnaire to help us identify exactly what you need. An example of an off-grid system: How it works: Without having 230v mains electricity, you will need alternative power solutions in its place. […]
Brake Fluid Replacement, What, Where, How, When
Automotive experts agree that Brake Fluid should be changed regularly as a part of normal routine service. Not all manufacturers mention Brake Fluid in their scheduled maintenance recommendations, those that do, recommend fresh Brake Fluid approximately every 2 years or 24,000 miles, your motorhome probably cover less than 12,000 miles per year, so when was the last time your motorhome benefitted from some new Brake Fluid? The tech bit… Brake Fluid is a safety-critical subject, how important are the people onboard your vehicle? Most people don’t know why Brake Fluid should be changed, well Brake Fluid is hygroscopic, which means […]
How does an Inverter work in a motorhome or caravan?
If you are wondering “How does an Inverter work in a motorhome or caravan?” this article should help as a first step. An inverter is used to convert your 12v into 230v. This is perfect for going off-grid as you do not have access to mains electricity hook-up. In conjunction with your inverter, we recommend having a lithium battery. Due to inverters using a lot of energy, you must ensure you have a powerful battery. Having a lithium battery is the perfect solution because they have a higher energy density, a longer life, and the ability to maintain voltage even […]
Why should I fit a new Lithium Battery?
Do you enjoy spending time off-grid? Have you always wanted to try going off-grid, but have been deterred by the limited facilities? Here at Bristol Caravans, we aim to provide a solution to all your leisure vehicle needs… A case study is probably a good way to discuss the benefits of a new Lithium Battery. A new customer asked how we could breathe life into an older motorhome. A great question from the customer, but we needed a little more info, so asked about his aims, and how he would like to use his leisure vehicle. He said his hobby […]
How Do I Drain Down My leisure vehicle?
Why are we talking about drain down, does it really matter? Yes it does, this article is about “draining the fresh water” out of your caravan, motorhome, campervan. This is usually undertaken at the end of the season, before you store your vehicle for a long period. If water is left in the system, as weather temperatures drop, water can freeze in your taps. As water freezes, it expands! If teaspoon of water was to expand in your tap, the tap could split. A split tap usually means a new tap, a repair you want to avoid. The cost could be […]
Motorhome & Campervan Cambelt Replacement Guide
If you have a motorhome with a Cambelt system, you will need to plan and budget for its replacement. Read our top tips. But before we dive into all things cambelt, quick heads up. Bristol caravans is designed as a one-stop-shop for your motorhome & campervan maintenance. We have experienced & qualified staff that can help you with Engine Chassis Service, Habitation Service, Damp Repairs and popular upgrades like Self-Levelling Systems, Rear Air Suspension, Lithium Installation ( leisure battery upgrade ) and many more, just ask. Many customers travel to see us and then stay on our campsite whilst having […]
Lost Wheel Syndrome: Caravan Wheel Detachment
At Bristol Caravans we have heard a lot about caravan lost wheels over the years. And from time to time we are asked for more details on the subject when we recommend WSL wheel bolts. The following may be seen by some in the caravan industry as controversial, so I preface the following by saying this is the view of Bristol Caravans (ACORNCO LTD), and is shared in the interest of improving safety within the caravan community, without Prejudice. We hope caravan owners adopt the recommendations at the end of this blog to improve road safety. Caravan manufacturers are encouraged […]
How much should a motorhome service cost?
It “depends” on the skill/experience of the technician, the type of business that is the best fit for you, and if you want all work to be completed by one repairer, where you develop a relationship over time.
