Do You Know Your GCM?
I’ve been exploring new car options lately and one of the factors we […]
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Thinking About Caravan Weight Distribution
There isn’t a right way to load your van, but there are sensible ways to do this and one of the first steps when trying to make sense of this is to get your van weighed. Simply load it as you normally would then call our mobile caravan weighing service and we will come to you and check it out as it stands.
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How Did My Caravan Get So Heavy?!
That’s before you put on a generator (20kg) on the A frame and add a weight distribution hitch – another 30kg – you can see how your weight allowance can quickly get gobbled up. Oh and then there’s the diesel heater and tank for it…
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Yes we Weigh 4WDs!
When we weigh cars and caravans we give you helpful feedback and guidance on how you can remain within the weight limits, how you can keep your insurance intact and how you can travel safely.
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Understanding Caravan Weight Distribution
So while we can come to your home and weigh your caravan using our mobile caravan scales, we can also give you advice on how to pack your van and ways to load up efficiently rather than dangerously.
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Penalties for Overweight Caravans
ck check on your vehicle weights. The primary goal is always peace of mind and safety for both you and those around you, but if you need a financial incentive then consider a fine between $600-1500 and you have plenty or reasons to motivate you!
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Every Little Bit Counts
When loading your caravan for travel try to consider the combined weight of every item rather than forgetting about the smaller stuff!
Read MoreTowing a Caravan Legally and Safely
We all need to understand terms like ‘gross vehicle mass’, ‘combined vehicle mass’ and ‘towball weight’ because at the end of the day you are responsible for knowing your caravan weight and for ensuring you are safe and legal.
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How Much Can I Tow?
So – the question – ‘how much can I tow?’ depends on many factors and your car’s ‘rated towing ability’ is only one of those. Make sure you understand ‘gross combined mass’ (GCM) before you hit the road as it is very easy to exceed.
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5 Steps to Reduce Caravan Weight
Ok – so you have weighed your caravan and discovered it is too heavy. What can you do? There are many ways to reduce weight in a caravan that is clearly too heavy. Here are 5 first steps.
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