Towing a Caravan: Must Knows, Myths and Mistakes

What are the common mistakes made when towing a caravan? What should everyone know before they tow? In this episode we cover: -Should you tow with water tanks empty or full? -Carrying fuel, spare tyres, and tool box on the back of the van? -When is a Weight Distribution Hitch (WDH) needed? -If I use air bags and my car is level, do I still need a WDH? -What to do if a truck is overtaking? -Brake controllers: mistakes and misconceptions? -What should you do if you get caravan sway? -What is the process to weigh your caravan? -What safety checks should be done each time you tow? -Common mistake with connecting the breakaway system? -How to calculate caravan tyre pressure based on your load? We cover all of this (and more!) in this interview with Ricky Esser ( who you might recognise from Channel 7's 'Discover' program or 5AA's weekly radio program. Ricky is a Tow-Ed instructor, also offering Nationally Recognised 4WD & defensive driver training

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Towing a Caravan: Must Knows, Myths and Mistakes is an episode from The Family Travel Podcast by A Big Peachey Adventure.

This episode is 00:41:32 long.

This episode was published on Jul 8, 2018.

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