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Quote: Originally posted by Scoobz on 12/3/2018

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My van is a pile of junk,I have tried to reject it but sadly after 6 months they have the right to repair,so my van is like a patchwork quilt. Two bouts of damp,leaks,front locker change due to cracking,4 aerials which still doesn’t work,floor reinforced due to sinking,to name a few.
Hope it has helped good luck Scoobz.

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Quote: Originally posted by freeatlast on 28/11/2018

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I have, that's what I was quoting from. Its 27,000 miles not 100,000.

Setting a New Benchmark in Caravan Testing

The bonded Avante completed 90 circuits of this proving ground to achieve a ‘pass’ but again, Elddis wanted more. This durability standard was created as a benchmark for the non-bonded, screw fixed structure that is still the predominant method of construction in the industry. Elddis already knew that SoLiD Construction is stronger than this and therefore needed to create its very own measure of performance.

The fully loaded caravan travelled 27,000 miles on the Lommel track alone and the only casualty was the towing vehicle. Indeed, in order to complete the test, the tow vehicle had to be water-cooled after every three laps! The SoLiD Construction Avante 646, however, remained as good as new and, today, is owned by one of the team involved in the project and shows no sign of its punishing ordeal.

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Quote: The problem is that UK caravan manufacturers don't seem to want to stand behind their products and put them right even when they go wrong out of warranty.

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Quote: Originally posted by Denver66 on 28/11/2018

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We expect more from our vans these days don't we? Aircon, auto-levelling, two TV's, large fridges etc are heavy, so the manufacturers have to save weight elsewhere.

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Quote: Originally posted by Katieep on 29/11/2018

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The dealership is approved by c&cc youd think they should do something if things go pear-shaped ??

Post last edited on 29/11/2018 18:45:19

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