Found this video by accident but stuck around until the end. Some good tips and tricks! We just purchased a leader gold and I'll be putting in my requests with the Minister of war and finance for a few of the things you've covered.
Nope that device does not "convert" 15 amps to 10 amps! It simply allows you to use a standard 10amp powerpoint to supply your van which has a 15amp input with a larger earth pin. Many campsites have 15amp sockets so you won't use the adaptor for them.
Just to expand on that answer, it will cut out when you try draw more than 10amp. So running your aircon, microwave and maybe a Kettle is likely to trip it. Alternatively, you can get an electrician to install a proper 15amp plug at your home.
Some great tips there...many apply equally to a camper trailer too, so thanks for sharing all that. I was thinking about a lock for the hitch on the camper (3.5T Alko Off Road Coupling for standard 50mm ball) and cam up with some suitable options, but then I looked at the four bolts holding the hitch and thought to steel the camper all I'd need to do is bring my own hitch and replace the locked one.
Here in the states, it doesn't matter if the hitch is locked. Thieves just hook up the crossed safety chains and drive off. Have my shop trailer jacked up and on blocks with chains removed and a hitch lock. Pain in the rear, but thats what it takes these days.
Just be aware that you may not be covered by insurance if something happens & it is found that you are connected to a 10 amp system. I know of two instances where vans have caught fire & the insurance claim was refused because they were connected to a 10 amp circuit.
Something that a lot of trailer towers do that is really unsafe. Twisting up a too long safety chain to shorten it. This guarantees the chain will fail if the hitch breaks. If the chain is straight and it is shock loaded, it will stretch the link but hold. If it is twisted, the chain will try to straighten out with a rotary motion. This is not how a chain is designed to be loaded and the welds on the links will literally explode. If its too long, shorten it or use a tie wrap or baling wire to shorten it. DONT TWIST IT UP. Also, if you do end up having the safety chains take the load after a hitch failure, replace them.
excellent - to the point instead of some who take 1.5 hours to provide same level of useful tips. look forward to your next episode.
Thanks mate, appreciated.
Thank you so much for your very helpful TH-cam. It was awesome.
Found this video by accident but stuck around until the end. Some good tips and tricks! We just purchased a leader gold and I'll be putting in my requests with the Minister of war and finance for a few of the things you've covered.
Nice work Bernie, common sense tips delivered without the ego! Hope you can find room for the RC plane in the van! Pool noodles will save us all.
Awesome tips mate! We just purchased our first van for our lap of OZ once our tow vehicle arrives! 👍🏾
Like your easy going delivery. Good tips. 👍
Nope that device does not "convert" 15 amps to 10 amps! It simply allows you to use a standard 10amp powerpoint to supply your van which has a 15amp input with a larger earth pin. Many campsites have 15amp sockets so you won't use the adaptor for them.
No worries Rob, thanks for setting it straight, I'm just a punter sharing some tips so terminology may be a bit hit and miss.
Just to expand on that answer, it will cut out when you try draw more than 10amp. So running your aircon, microwave and maybe a Kettle is likely to trip it.
Alternatively, you can get an electrician to install a proper 15amp plug at your home.
Hi Bernie wondering if we could have a chat about your van
This was very helpful thank u 🙏
Very helpful videos.
Thanks Bernie, very helpful, safe travels. 👍
Great advice, thanks
Good tips mate 👍 👌
Some great tips there...many apply equally to a camper trailer too, so thanks for sharing all that.
I was thinking about a lock for the hitch on the camper (3.5T Alko Off Road Coupling for standard 50mm ball) and cam up with some suitable options, but then I looked at the four bolts holding the hitch and thought to steel the camper all I'd need to do is bring my own hitch and replace the locked one.
Here in the states, it doesn't matter if the hitch is locked. Thieves just hook up the crossed safety chains and drive off. Have my shop trailer jacked up and on blocks with chains removed and a hitch lock. Pain in the rear, but thats what it takes these days.
Just be aware that you may not be covered by insurance if something happens & it is found that you are connected to a 10 amp system. I know of two instances where vans have caught fire & the insurance claim was refused because they were connected to a 10 amp circuit.
well done thank you
Something that a lot of trailer towers do that is really unsafe. Twisting up a too long safety chain to shorten it. This guarantees the chain will fail if the hitch breaks. If the chain is straight and it is shock loaded, it will stretch the link but hold. If it is twisted, the chain will try to straighten out with a rotary motion. This is not how a chain is designed to be loaded and the welds on the links will literally explode. If its too long, shorten it or use a tie wrap or baling wire to shorten it. DONT TWIST IT UP. Also, if you do end up having the safety chains take the load after a hitch failure, replace them.
Nice little video very handy, I have one for you have you thought of using cam locks from Bunnings on the Grey water hose no screwing required?
Sound great, will look into.
Just looked at them, great tip, thanks Rick!
Glad I could help Bernie, we are all here to help each other.
Good helpful advice, but which “forum” are you referring too?!
It is the Leader forum.
Bernie what length is your van we have just purchased/ordered 19.6 network does the Colorado pull it no problem I have a 2017 tray back cheers Kevin
Hey Kevin, our van is a 21.6 Leader, the Colorado pulls it fine. Had all weights done and we are quite a bit under. Stock suspension at present also.
What forum are you talking about can you put up a link thx
The Leader Caravan owners forum on Facebook.
Awesome thanks from a real noob lol
Those fake grass mats are a rip off, i use marine carpet