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Personmagnolia
08/1/2012 at 9:53am
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We have done it!

Bought a Lunar Newstar 58 on Fiat 2.8JTD 2003. Went for a 4 berth for the extra storage for bedding in the over cab bed. Not likely to use it as it looks more suitable for children so not bothered if it stays folded up and just holds our bedding and towels.

Not getting it until the end of the month so will have to twiddle our thumbs for the next 3 weeks before we can play in it

Looking forward to our France trip now - we will have a bed that is long enough for us to stretch out in


PersonMick S.
08/1/2012 at 10:51am
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Well done. This was us exactly two years ago - collected it early feb 10. We were like a dog with two dangly bits.

I yours a U lounge? I find this the best layout for couples. As you say - huge bed, and loads of storage in the 'attic'! When are you off to France?


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Personmagnolia
08/1/2012 at 2:54pm
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Its not a U lounge - its 2 benches with drawers and a table between them



We will be off to France in July - going a bit further south to Brittany this time - we have 'done' Normandy now so looking for fresh fields. Not sure if we will be by the sea or inland - now I dont have to research Motorhomes I can concentrate on the holidays

DH is like a dog with 5 tails! He cannot wait to get behind the wheel and hit the road - lots of campsites on the East Coast so we will be having several runs out before the France trip to make sure we can work everything.

One thing I have been looking at is loo kemikuls

I have been reading on other forums that people use biological washing tablets in both tanks. What do you use?


PersonRusty666
08/1/2012 at 3:32pm
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Hi, my wife and I have bought a Swift Royale 590RL on a 'Y' plate and can't wait to get a few miles under our belts. We look forward to swapping tips & stories with fellow campers.


PersonMick S.
08/1/2012 at 3:38pm
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That layout is the exact same as a mates caravan. Just makes the bed a bit shorter. Ours is a year younger, without the centre unit. Its personal preference, but im glad we dont have it, as theres ample storage without for 2, and the bed is HUUUUGE!


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PersonRusty666
08/1/2012 at 3:43pm
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Hi Mick, got a problem with the leisure battery not charging, I have changed the fuse. The charging unit is under the floor of the wardrobe and is switched on but there is no idiot light to show there is power there, any ideas would be most helpful.

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All the best Rusty


Personmagnolia
08/1/2012 at 4:36pm
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Rusty - I would start a new thread with your problem - more chance of other seeing it.

Nice looking van

Welcome to the New Owners Club


PersonRusty666
08/1/2012 at 4:56pm
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Magnolia, many thanks I have started a new topic as suggested.

Looking forward to using it.

Proud to be a new member of New Owners Club

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All the best Rusty


Persongazmister123
09/1/2012 at 9:26pm
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Congrats on your new to you van, Got our first motorhome in November and already have been away 3 times, absolutely love it,

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Never take life seriously. Nobody gets out alive anyway.


PersonRusty666
09/1/2012 at 10:05pm
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Hell No !!!!! All my life I have worked hard doing all I could until a good friend of mine pointed out to me that I was LIVING TO WORK instead of WORKING TO LIVE, my wife & I seriously changed that & now enjoy every minute when not in work.

Keep living the dream.

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Personmagnolia
12/1/2012 at 7:44am
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gazmister123 - this isn't our first van - we had a battered old converted ambulamance for 2 years but this is our first Motorhome without having to use a bucket with a lid.

Glad you are enjoying the experience. Maybe we should start a New Owners Club and share our experiences


Personmjs05
14/1/2012 at 5:42pm
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Well done we only bought our last Sep, had great fun in her up until winter, we still sit in her at least 3 times a week with a glass of wine planning this summers trips, all the very best MJS05


Personmagnolia
14/1/2012 at 10:24pm
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I have to content myself with surfing indoors for the time being. Come the end of the month we too will be 'drive camping'


Personmagnolia
25/1/2012 at 7:43am
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Only 3 days before we collect our new baby *where is the excited smilie when you want one*

Bought several 'bits' to go into her. New kettle (whistling and electric) Got a Halogen oven for when away for longer - already got the crockery and cutlery and Cobb so really looking forward to Sunday and putting all our 'stuff' in the many cupboards that we have never had



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