A month ago CHECK WEIGHT posted on our Facebook Page a photo of an overloaded caravan with 6 jerry cans on the back – 3 diesel – 3 petrol. Apart from being a bad idea putting that much weight on the back of the caravan – a discussion (maybe argument?) followed about the legalities of
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Bring Your Canvas Back to Life with Canvas Magic We’ve all been there. You roll out the camper, rooftop tent or awning after a few months in storage, and there it is — mould. Black spots, funky smell, and a reminder that you packed it away a little damp. Scrubbing? Forget it. That’s hours of
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By Jeff from CHECK WEIGHT Mobile Caravan Weighing Now the chill has gone, the rain has stopped and the days have started warming up, it’s a sure sign that caravan season is back! For many Aussies, spring and summer mean hitting the road, chasing the sun, and enjoying everything from beachside escapes to outback adventures.
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By CHECK WEIGHT When it comes to towing safety, most people are across terms like ATM, GVM and GCM. But one sneaky little detail often flies under the radar — your hitch height. And let us tell you: it has a massive impact on your tow ball weight, your axle loads, and how safely your
Recently, CHECK WEIGHT was asked to weigh two brand-new caravans to verify the compliance plate and assess its accuracy in relation to the actual weights. The caravans were brand new with gas bottles (but no gas), mattresses installed and ready for sale. We don’t often get the opportunity to weigh brand-new caravans, so this was
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good research = good decisions. brought to you by CHECK WEIGHT – Mobile Caravan Weighing Here are 90 tips for buying a caravan at a caravan show in Australia, specifically geared to help buyers make smart, informed choices: Pre-Show Preparation What to Bring At the Show – Researching Interior Inspection Towing & Specs If your
Tow ball weight. It’s one of those things that gets thrown around a lot in the caravan world, but not always with the right understanding. And here’s the kicker — getting it wrong can seriously affect how your van tows, how your vehicle handles, and whether you’re even legal on the road. At CHECK WEIGHT,
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Caravan mobile weighing services can be quite accurate when done properly. These services typically use calibrated, high-quality portable scales or weigh bridges to determine the weight of a caravan. All mobile weighing, whether when from a mobile operator or from an ordinance body is not done in a controlled environment so there can be variances
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CHECK WEIGHT recently was asked to weigh both a Ford Ranger and a Ford Everest – to determine which was more suitable for towing the owner’s caravan. The Ford Everest was purchased first and shortly after purchase the owners were offered a Ford Ranger Wildtrak as a work vehicle, with full personal use. The Ford
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A caravan show is a bustling hub for all things van-tastic, but it can also be overwhelming! To cut through the excitement and make informed decisions, here are 5 tips for buying a caravan at a caravan show: Know your needs: How many people will be traveling? What kind of trips do you envision? On-road or off-road
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