TONUP
18-02-2009, 12:20
Well after buying a caravan last October (1400kg Single Axle Bailey) and the Terrano a month before to tow it I can honestly say I don't have any regrets. I loved my Peugeot 406 and tent, but there is no comparison in the levels of comfort offered, Just getting back from a long weekend in Somerset, which was only a 75 mile journey from my home I thought I would share a few observations... in no particular order and just for fun!!
The thought of towing a caravan is a lot more worrying than actually doing it. The caravan didn't wave about like a puppy dogs tail and it will fit on normal A Roads without any problems.
The Terrano 2 went like a dream. Cruising a 60mph was no problem and changing down from fifth for motorway hills was largely avoided. Obviously fuel consumtion was changed. I reckon I got something in the low 20's I.e from full to just above three quarters for the 75 mile journey.
Electric Hook Ups are essential in the winter and I think probably in the summer.
You'd be amazed how much water two of us and three dogs got through. I filled the 40 litre aquaroll at least twice a day. Same for the empting the Wastemaster thingy. I still don't know if I'd pay the extra for a premium pitch though.
Awnings are hard to put up ... hopefully the first time only
Emptying the toilet cassette seemed to be my job, but wasn't that bad or smelly.
Other caravanners are really helpful.
Reversing on to the pitch was a nightmare and something I need to practice. I hope it will get easier in time.
Having hot water on tap, a table to eat at, somewhere conmfortable to sit and complete weather protection is great. Also toilet close to hand for the night time seems like a real luxury, especially after camping.
All in all I can say I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to the next trip.
Regards
Alan
The thought of towing a caravan is a lot more worrying than actually doing it. The caravan didn't wave about like a puppy dogs tail and it will fit on normal A Roads without any problems.
The Terrano 2 went like a dream. Cruising a 60mph was no problem and changing down from fifth for motorway hills was largely avoided. Obviously fuel consumtion was changed. I reckon I got something in the low 20's I.e from full to just above three quarters for the 75 mile journey.
Electric Hook Ups are essential in the winter and I think probably in the summer.
You'd be amazed how much water two of us and three dogs got through. I filled the 40 litre aquaroll at least twice a day. Same for the empting the Wastemaster thingy. I still don't know if I'd pay the extra for a premium pitch though.
Awnings are hard to put up ... hopefully the first time only
Emptying the toilet cassette seemed to be my job, but wasn't that bad or smelly.
Other caravanners are really helpful.
Reversing on to the pitch was a nightmare and something I need to practice. I hope it will get easier in time.
Having hot water on tap, a table to eat at, somewhere conmfortable to sit and complete weather protection is great. Also toilet close to hand for the night time seems like a real luxury, especially after camping.
All in all I can say I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to the next trip.
Regards
Alan