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Avtex AMR985 VPN install

Posted by on Apr 27, 2023 in Featured, Technical | 0 comments

Avtex AMR985 VPN install

I recently created a video where I had the Avtex AMR 985 Wifi system installed in the caravan. It’s a complete wifi solution for the caravan, motorhome, boat or shed. In that video I mentioned having a VPN installed on the router. So why should I have a VPN? Try to access the BBC iPlayer if you are in Spain, France or anywhere outside of the UK, and you will be stopped due to a rights issue. With a VPN you can set your location and access content designated for that country. Other providers such as Netflix, Disney+ and Paramount, region lock their shows for specific countries too. Shows that...

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Isabella Cirrus 400 review

Posted by on Oct 12, 2022 in Featured, Reviews | 0 comments

Isabella Cirrus 400 review

The long-awaited feedback on the Isabella Cirrus Air 400 awning has taken me slightly longer than I anticipated, and I can only apologise for that. The truth is I simply became overwhelmed with what I wanted to discuss and document. In fact, because I wanted to compare it with our other awnings and be completely fair to this awning, I decided to not just create a video but a companion blog that goes into far greater detail. So, after the holiday, Angela and sat down and made a list of all the awnings that we could compare against this Isabella. It would be so easy for me to say, this awning...

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More car woes

Posted by on May 6, 2022 in Featured | 0 comments

More car woes

I alluded to the fact that the relationship between the car and myself is not a happy one in a recent video. And, several months later on, I can confirm that we were not on speaking terms until very recently. Ok, so to make it very clear, the car starts, drives and stops. Up until last week, the car has been riddled with many small faults that have accumulated to the point of me not enjoying the experience of the new tow car, and if truth be told the confidence in the car was at an all-time low. So in no particular order here are the issues, some of which I have fixed, some are still on...

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Decoding caravan VINs

Posted by on Mar 23, 2022 in Featured, Technical | 0 comments

Decoding caravan VINs

The caravan VIN or sometimes referred to as the CRIS number or indeed the chassis number holds a lot of useful information about the caravan. I recently made a video about the very subject. Below is a written version of that video, where I explain what the VIN is, what information it holds and how you can use it – but of course if you just like the video version well here it is.       The Caravan VIN The VIN will be dotted around the caravan. It will be stamped onto the A Frame, either etched onto or have a no-tamper sticker on windows and can be found in some gas...

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2022 Caravan, Camping & Motorhome show

Posted by on Jan 19, 2022 in Featured, Trips & Adventures | 0 comments

2022 Caravan, Camping & Motorhome show

It’s that time of year where the Caravan, camping and Motorhome show is preparing to open its doors once again. After a hiatus for what seems years the show is returning to the NEC. Although there are some notable absences to who is exhibiting at the show, the overwhelming demand on tickets and what looks to be a record setting attendance really does show how popular the leisure industry has become in recent times. Of course, we have to thank the one thing that has caused the cancellation of the last few shows. Indeed the pandemic caused a record surge in demand for caravans, motorhomes and...

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To tow or not to tow

Posted by on Dec 6, 2021 in Featured, Trips & Adventures | 3 comments

To tow or not to tow

It seems lately all I’ve discussed on this site is the trials and tribulations of our tow car, so to keep the rhythm and theme, here is another one. This time, it’s good news. We have finally bought a Volkswagen Touareg. It is difficult to say correctly and spell for me, however, I collected the car this weekend. It is the 3 litre TDI V6 variant and in a fortunate turn of events has a detachable towbar too. So, surly this means we can get out in the caravan next weekend, doesn’t it? I asked a question in the form of a poll on twitter asking if you’d have any hesitation buying a car that...

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