Clarkson's Nemesis

black olive · 22nd June 2008, 18:11

Just joined the ranks of the caravanners this afternoon.

Bought a 4 berth van with all the extras- the only thing we will need extra is a 12V freeview telly.

So, whilst the cheque is clearing Id better get round to fitting the towing bracket to Black Olive ( have a nearly new rover detachable with electrics kit in the garage).

windrush · 22nd June 2008, 18:43

Steve to the world of caravanning

stocktake · 22nd June 2008, 18:54

One of the best things I found about caravanning was it is a great social leveler. No airs and graces, everybody is treated as an equal.

Another thing is setting up your van putting the kettle on and sit and watch Mr & Mrs newbie try and set the awning up for the first time

The worse the weather the funnier it gets.

Sure you will have many a happy day and meet some new friends.

brum29 · 22nd June 2008, 19:02

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Originally Posted by stocktake

One of the best things I found about caravanning was it is a great social leveler. No airs and graces, everybody is treated as an equal.

Another thing is setting up your van putting the kettle on and sit and watch Mr & Mrs newbie try and set the awning up for the first time

The worse the weather the funnier it gets.

Sure you will have many a happy day and meet some new friends.

Then watching Mr. Newbie start a BBQ and burn the awning down

stocktake · 22nd June 2008, 19:05

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Originally Posted by brum29

Then watching Mr. Newbie start a BBQ and burn the awning down

Oh yes, ......................did you read your PM

brum29 · 22nd June 2008, 19:09

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Originally Posted by stocktake

Oh yes, ......................did you read your PM

Seen that - Done that

tigerchubs · 22nd June 2008, 19:12

Welcome to the ranks of the 75 & ZT shed draggers. I personally cant wait till 1st August i'm off for two week mobile road blocking in Cornwall.

stocktake · 22nd June 2008, 19:14

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Originally Posted by brum29

Seen that - Done that

Good man, forgot to say tick the box and press return to save

adrenalin rush · 22nd June 2008, 22:02

I hope when you look into your mirrors and see the 30 mile Que of traffic behind you ,you are looking for a 75 or ZT so then you will pull over and let the other cars past pulling out again once the member has passed (if not a member have a club flyer to hand)

Mines a static van I only drag a boat or jet/ski to it once a year

Enjoy and have fun when ever you get the chance cos IT WILL RAIN next week when you plain to drag it away.

Jules · 23rd June 2008, 00:17

Oh and Steve, don't forget you are actually towing something cos those V8's "torque" an awful lot

22nd June 2008, 18:11	#1
black olive I really should get out more....... 260 SE vin 214 ( last mark 1 260 ) Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lancashire Posts: 2,009 Thanks: 1 Thanked 8 Times in 4 Posts	Clarkson's Nemesis Just joined the ranks of the caravanners this afternoon. Bought a 4 berth van with all the extras- the only thing we will need extra is a 12V freeview telly. So, whilst the cheque is clearing Id better get round to fitting the towing bracket to Black Olive ( have a nearly new rover detachable with electrics kit in the garage). __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

22nd June 2008, 18:43	#2
windrush This is my second home December 2004 Rover 75 2ltr CDTi Connoisseur SE HL Tourer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Aldershot Posts: 74,464 Thanks: 2,431 Thanked 3,015 Times in 2,347 Posts	Steve to the world of caravanning __________________ ][SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] My Pearl Black Beauty Best regards Lilian and Derek Club Member No. 96 / Forum User No. 111 REGISTRATION to the club as a member FREE, FULL MEMBERSHIP is £10 WE WILL REMEMBER THEM

22nd June 2008, 18:54	#3
stocktake Vis Whiz Rover 75 2.5 auto Saloon Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: LEEDS Posts: 20,591 Thanks: 2,057 Thanked 3,056 Times in 1,621 Posts	One of the best things I found about caravanning was it is a great social leveler. No airs and graces, everybody is treated as an equal. Another thing is setting up your van putting the kettle on and sit and watch Mr & Mrs newbie try and set the awning up for the first time The worse the weather the funnier it gets. Sure you will have many a happy day and meet some new friends. __________________ Dave... Lost a few stones and a Gall Bladder and part of a bile duct and all of my dignity in the suppository incident

22nd June 2008, 19:12	#7
tigerchubs Gets stuck in Rover 75 CDT+ in Yorkshire Gold Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 975 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Welcome to the ranks of the 75 & ZT shed draggers. I personally cant wait till 1st August i'm off for two week mobile road blocking in Cornwall. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

23rd June 2008, 00:17	#10
Jules This is my second home ZT 260 SE Twilight and 10 other 75 ZT's :O Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Conwy NORTH WALES Posts: 11,094 Thanks: 512 Thanked 1,116 Times in 763 Posts	Oh and Steve, don't forget you are actually towing something cos those V8's "torque" an awful lot __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Newbies do now!! 1. Plenum drains..all 3 or 4 year dependent 2. Cooling fan..All speeds functioning 3. Bonnet cable divider block

22nd June 2008, 22:02	#9
adrenalin rush Gets stuck in MG ZT 190 + Anthracite Grey commission no 002172 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Twickenham Posts: 597 Thanks: 23 Thanked 64 Times in 32 Posts	I hope when you look into your mirrors and see the 30 mile Que of traffic behind you ,you are looking for a 75 or ZT so then you will pull over and let the other cars past pulling out again once the member has passed (if not a member have a club flyer to hand) Mines a static van I only drag a boat or jet/ski to it once a year Enjoy and have fun when ever you get the chance cos IT WILL RAIN next week when you plain to drag it away.