Treść jest bezcenna dla właścicieli zarówno pojazdów rekreacyjnych opartych na przebudowach vanów, jak i autokarów zbudowanych na osobnym podwoziu. Podano również wskazówki dotyczące akcesoriów, ograniczeń wagi, modyfikacji, prac konserwatorskich i projektów samodzielnej budowy.
Oferowana książka wydana jest w języku angielskim (niedostępna w polskiej wersji językowej).
Spis treści:
CONTENTS
FOREWORD
INTRODUCTION
1. MOTOCARAVAN DESIGNS
Driving characteristics
Engine options
Chassis type
Daily use
Motocaravan types
2. BUYING A MOTOCARAVAN
Motocaravan publications
National caravan and motocaravan clubs
Annual motocaravan awards
Quality and reliability surveys
Choice of a base vehicle
Conversation elements
Nature of use
Purchasing considerations
Ownership issues
3. BODY STRUCTURE, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR WORK
Body construction
Cleaning and protecting
Bodywork sealing
Reviving acrylic windows
Replacing and acrylic unit
Leaks and damp problems
Moulding repairs and replacement
Delamination
4. CHASSIS, SUSPENSION, TOWING AND TYRES
Chassis variations
Chassis maintenance
Suspension systems
Shock absorbers
Towing
Trailers and A frames
Tyres
5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Low-voltage systems
Leisure batteries
Charging
Mains systems
6. GAS SUPPLY SYSTEMS AND HEATING APPLIANCES
Characteristics of gas
Supply
Storage
Pressure regulation
Pipework and installation
Cooking appliances
Space heating appliances
Water heating appliances
7. FRESH AND WASTE WATER SYSTEMS
The supply system
Direct supply and waste provision
Pipework
Water pumps
Pump replacement
Filter systems
Taps and shower system
8. REFRIGERATORS
Operation
Installation
Servicing
9. FURNITURE AND FURNISHINGS
Interior cleaning
Improving the soft furnishings
Furniture construction and repair
10. ACCESORIES AND PROJECTS
Flat screen TV support arms
Installing a Grade UK Status 530 directional aerial
Satellite TV installations and equipment
Purpose-made underfloor storage coachbuilts
Choosing and fitting a solar panel
Cassette toilet maintenance and repairs
Bicycle and motorcycle racks
Self-build projects
Appendix A: Servicing the living area
Appendix B: Standard and regulations
Appendix C: Pre-storage tasks
Appendix D: Contact addresses
Index
Acknowledgements
