Oct 13, 2008

SUPREME CARAVANS

Posted by : Infinite IT Solutions

Buying a caravan is for many people a very large investment towards their leisure time.  What you don't want to happen is for that leisure time to be taken up fixing hitches, doors, chemical toilets and windows.  Unless you know what you're looking for, and can afford it, buy a new caravan or at least one with a good second hand warranty.  Whilst caravans have been getting much better over the years, because it's a house on wheels there is a lot more to go wrong than a car.

On the subject of caravan contents it's always best to make sure yours is well equipped. It's surprising how much better the little home comforts like a kettle and a toaster can make your caravan holiday. You're caravan is your home away from home so make it your own.

Make sure you're site has all the necessary facilities, there's getting back to nature and there's going a bit too far! Check that you're well placed for amenities - you may not want to stay somewhere too urban but whilst it's all very well being in the wilderness it's not great if you need a pint if milk!

Finally, don't forget to bring a good book for those comfy nights in. There's nothing more cosy than an evening in a caravan surrounded by countryside, with a good book - and a couple of glasses of wine!

SUPREME CARAVANS are a company who has been actively involved with the leisure industry continuously for over 20 years. Although not as well known as some of the larger manufacturers, Supreme has earned a reputation over those years by building the famous Getaway range of quality off road units for 4 wheel drive enthusiasts.

This reputation has been enhanced in recent years by the introduction of the Territory, Spirit and Quest range of products now covering the gambit of off road, semi off road, touring and luxury R.V’s to satisfy all sections of the caravan fraternity.

Supported by long established and reliable dealerships in every state, and with service agents in all parts of Australia, Supreme not only guarantee their product but also ensure service is available wherever you may be.

Please visit our website for more information  http://supremecaravans.com.au/

Contact us for any queries

1289 Sydney Road

Fawkner Victoria 3060

AUSTRALIA

Telephone       :           1800 201 980

                                     + 61 3 9357 3555       

Facsimile         :           + 61 3 9357 3115

Email   :           info@supremecaravans.com.au

 
Mar 07, 2008

Modern holiday caravans Australia

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Caravanning is officially back on the map when it comes to cool holidays. This has been the result of many factors such as the interest in the media of celebrity caravanners. The total freedom of a caravanning holiday certainly has its appeal even if you do have to deal with the congestion of Australia roads.  The good weather this summer has encouraged not only families to take their next break in the Australia but also couples who want action holidays such as surfing or cycling. Part of this revival of what was once considered a naff holiday could be down to caravan manufacturers producing modern, stylish accommodation that appeal to families and couples alike.  Gone are the days of floral prints and cold, damp caravans.  Today’s caravans are bright, stylish and modern with all the mod cons that anyone could wish for.  Caravans now feature sat-nav and even power showers in the high end models. For families with children a good caravan provides a safe environment for the kids to have the kind of freedom that we were used to in our childhood.  Many caravan are now providing the kind of facilities that modern families desire. So hope in your Caravan and go for a ride. How much merchandise can you fit into it? Gather up some friends that have a Supreme Caravan and you could be caravan (a group of travelers on a journey). Supreme Caravans

1289 Sydney Road

Fawkner Victoria 3060

AUSTRALIA

info@supremecaravans.com.au

   
 
Feb 07, 2008

Off Road Caravans Melbourne, Caravans Victoria, Getaway Australia

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Modern caravans come in so many different formats it can be difficult to choose the right layout.... The history of the caravan trades people has shown how well organized these groups of people were. The caravans crossed great distances across the unsettled desert trails, with little or no protection from the local governments.The main modes of transportation were camels throughout the Arabian Peninsula. Camels could withstand the desert heat, and go numerous days without water,The caravans were fundamental for the trade industry to prosper. The caravans worked under the regulation of the Arabian Empire. The Empire controlled their routes and tried to afford them some protection.After the introduction of the motor truck and the airplane, the hardship of crossing the desert on foot or on came, has evolved to driving the truck to the marketplace to sell your goods. This is evident when you go to the flea markets of today, there are numerous vendors (what could have been called merchant caravans in middle east history) that travel from town to town bringing there goods to sell, trade or barter.Webster's dictionary defines caravan as: “a company of travelers on a journey through desert or hostile regions”, “a group of vehicles traveling together in a file”, and “a covered wagon or motor vehicle equipped as traveling living quarters”. As you can see by this definition, the term caravan has evolved into the 21st century. Just look around and you will see motor home caravans, semi-truck caravans, motorcycle caravans, all of these groups are traveling from one destination to another. So hope in your Caravan and go for a ride. How much merchandise can you fit into it? Gather up some friends that have a Supreme Caravan and you could be caravan (a group of travelers on a journey). Supreme Caravans1289 Sydney RoadFawkner Victoria 3060AUSTRALIAinfo@supremecaravans.com.au  
 
Jan 15, 2008

Caravans Melbourne Care Tips

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Why condensation happens ?The acrylic used in these windows is slightly hygroscopic (i.e. attracts water), so in extreme conditions, moisture will permeate the material. For this reason these windows are not sealed units, so any moisture can escape between the panes. Normally no moisture builds up, but it will happen if it is cool inside, warm and moist inside and the caravan becomes warm very quickly. In this case temperatures and humidity do not have time to balance and condensation forms. How to clear condensation ?If your window has plugged ventilation holes, remove the plugs. Park your caravan slightly open and towards the sun, this will draw the moisture out. You can speed this up slightly by putting a warm, dry towel on the outside pane. During this process the moisture may appear to go away and then come back, this is because there is still moisture in the acrylic material that needs to be drawn out. Preventing condensation ?It is important that there is adequate ventilation in the caravan to prevent the build up of moist air inside the vehicle. In particular, make sure that the ventilation provided by the manufacturer is not blocked in any way. Provide extra ventilation by leaving sky lights open and any partition doors open. Do not leave water in kettles, pans or containers. Do not do the washing up inside the van last thing at night. Do not have the caravan too warm at night. Increase the ventilation in wet or humid weather. Condensation should not cause too many problems for most caravan owners, but if parts of the windows are remaining damp for a long time, then mould may form or discolouration to the acrylic may become visible. For all other possible damage, Insure your Caravan with Supreme Caravans . Supreme Caravans1289 Sydney RoadFawkner Victoria 3060AUSTRALIA

info@supremecaravans.com.au

 
Dec 20, 2007

Caravans Melbourne Safety Tips

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Caravans provide enjoyment for thousands of families on millions of holidays and breaks every year.Yet every year caravans come under attack from those who think they should be banned from the roads totally and those who believe that caravanners cannot be trusted to maintain their units properly. It is no accident that caravans are so safe. Whether you camp in a caravan, trailer tent, or tent, if you tow any sort of trailer you must ensure that your combination is correctly matched. Before you think about taking to the road you should ensure that your car and trailer combination are correctly matched and equipped. In order to continue safely, regular servicing is important. Some checks need carrying out every trip and a caravan certainly needs a main service once a year. Some simple checks you can do yourself but we believe unless you are sure you know what you are doing, most jobs are best left to a professional engineer. Below, we take you through some of the important things you should consider.TOW BARA well fitted and maintained tow bar is vital for safety. It is the only connection between car and motor home. Make sure that bolts are tightened to the recommended torque figure and that there is no cracking or rusting around the mounting points.TYRESThe only contact your car and caravan or motor home has with the road is through the tyres. Look after them and you will improve the safety and behaviour of your unit. Never mix cross ply with radials on the same axle. Check the pressures and condition of tyres every trip. You will find correct pressures detailed in your handbook. Before setting out check that the caravan wheel nuts are tight. Ensure wheel trims are replaced securely. BRAKESBrakes are life and death components. Maintenance is best left to properly trained engineers. It’s worth keeping an eye on your brake mechanism and cables, if you have any doubts have them checked. Always connect the breakaway cable or secondary coupling to a separate mounting point and not the tow ball. The purpose of this cable is not as you may think to keep the car and caravantogether in the event of a tow bar failure. The cable pulls on the caravan brakes, snaps and allows the car to run free of the stopped caravan.ELECTRICSThe road lights on your trailer are operated from the tow car through the 12N socket and plug. Check indicators and lights are working in unison with the car each time you set off. A dashboard display or warning bleeper must be fitted inside the tow vehicle to show that the trailer traffic indicators are working.SUSPENSIONCheck the condition of both car and trailer suspension. It’s important for safety as well as comfort. When your motor home is attached to your vehicle it should tow level or slightly nose down but never nose up. If you find that the far rear sags you may need some form of suspension aid. Get specialist advice on the type required for your car from your car dealer.MIRRORSWhen towing you must have an adequate view of the road behind and along both sides of your caravan. Generally this will mean you will need additional towing mirrors. In either case, make sure your mirrors are adjusted appropriately.COUPLINGBefore starting off ensure that the jockey wheel and all steadies are raised and secured. Make sure that the coupling head on the trailer has engaged properly on to the tow ball. Now you have ensured your outfit is properly maintained and equipped ready for the road, here is some advice on matching your car to your Caravan.TRAILER WEIGHTMost information sources recommend that the loaded weight of your caravan should not exceed 85 per cent of the kerbweight of your car. Experienced towers sometimes go a little higher but they should never exceed the kerbweight given in the car handbook.NOSEWEIGHTThis is the weight that you put on the tow ball of your vehicle and is typically between 50 and 100kgs. For stability the noseweight should be as heavy as possible, which is generally around seven per cent of the actual laden weight of the caravan. Adjust the loading around the axle to ensure that the caravan’s noseweight does not exceed the caravan’s coupling or the car’s noseweight limit.PAYLOADPayload is the weight of the items that you are allowed to carry in your caravan for personal use. You will find the figure in the handbook. Check the loading of your caravan periodically on a public weighbridge to make sure you aren’t exceeding the total weight allowed. Manufacturers call this the gross weight or the maximum technically permissible mass. Your car and caravan, when weighed together must not exceed the towing vehicle’s trainweight.VEHICLE LENGTHTowing a caravan or motor home is no more difficult than driving solo providing that you are aware of the length of your unit. There is no reason why your trailer should not dutifully follow your car but you will need to allow more time and space to stop safely, overtake and corner under control.SPEEDWatch your speed. With a load on the back, acceleration will be slower. You will need more time and space for overtaking. Your combination is longer and wider than your car alone so you will need to take this into consideration before pulling out. Stopping distances will be longer so allow more space between the car in front as your speed increases.HILL STARTSHill starts need more throttle than normal to get going and you will need delicate clutch control to avoid stalling.BRAKINGWhen towing it will take you an average of 20 per cent more distance to stop. Antilock braking systems may improve on this a little. Always avoid violent braking.INSTABILITYSnaking is the most common form of instability and is often due to bad loading or excessive speed or incorrect tyre pressures. However, even with well matched units snaking can occur when air from passing lorries or coaches affects your unit. Vertical instability is called pitching and can occur if you hit a pothole.In either case don’t apply your brakes hard. Slow down gradually by easing off the accelerator. A stabiliser may help to avoid instability but must not be a replacement for good car and caravan matching or weight distribution. InsuranceTheft continues to plague our caravan industry so it is important to get good Caravan Insurance. Several insurers will not provide theft cover on caravans unless certain security measures or other conditions are met – Club Care will provide cover with merely a higher excess which is known at the outset of the policy. It is no wonder more people are looking to Club Care for their caravan insurance Supreme Caravans1289 Sydney RoadFawkner Victoria 3060AUSTRALIAinfo@supremecaravans.com.au
 

 

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