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Do you know the age of your caravan?
7 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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Mark
Joined 26 Oct 1999
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Ever met an honest salesperson?? no seriously it sounds o.k. You will get some good years enjoyment out of it - and then come and trade it in with us! I would certainly suggest you have at least the gas system checked for leaks, that the electricity system has an RCD safety device fitted and before your journey check the tyres for age and cracking walls and tread. HAPPY CARAVANNING, Mark
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Do you know the age of your caravan?
10 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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oska
Joined 10 Mar 2002
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hiya Mark..
I have a small "spongy" problem....about 1 1/2 ft sq
Can you supply the "epoxy" sticky stuff for delamination in my floor???
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Do you know the age of your caravan?
12 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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Mark
Joined 26 Oct 1999
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Yes we do it is £35 for a pair of tins. http://www.callendercaravans.co.uk
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14 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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gary
Joined 13 Mar 2002
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Hi Mark, I have a Bessacarr Wentworth SE Built Oct 81 Have you any info on this van
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Do you know the age of your caravan?
14 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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Mark
Joined 26 Oct 1999
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If the Wentworth was built in October 1981 it will in fact be a 1982 model. This was the largest of the SE models at 17'5" body length and weighing in at a whopping 20 cwt ex works. the door was at the rear side of the van and had the toilet compartment directly to the right.There was a single bunk straight ahead and a single dinette to your left making into a bunk arrangement. the kitchen was opposite this and it had the standard large dining area/double at the front. Bessacarr have always been aimed at the top end of the market and this was no exception. for its year just about everything available at the time was standard including hot water, shower, thermostatic space heating with blown air, galvanised chassis, cooker extractor, gas leak detector and radio cassette. The caravan retailed for £6938 and if you compare this with a similar sized Swift Corniche at the time at £5152 it shows you its position in the market place. Hope this helps. regards Mark Lewis http://www.callendercaravans.co.uk
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Do you know the age of your caravan?
14 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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oska
Joined 10 Mar 2002
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Thanks MarkIs this .Does this "expand" when mixed or is it just a "very strong adhesive"
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18 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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gary
Joined 13 Mar 2002
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Hi again.It seems I should have mentioned the other door!!It's 4ft back from the front offside,and shortens that sdes front bunk. Theres a l shaped bunk to the right, the far end of which forms a partition to the end kitchen The toilet/shower is in the other offside corner,oppersite the rear door.A sideboard and wardrobe bring you back to the full length nearside front bunk.The heating is a standard 3002 with blown air,a Cascade one,heating the water.No leak detector or radio is evident and the cooker hood is long gone.Iv'e had the van about 4 years, and have spent too many hours to count putting it in good order.Most of the trouble has been caused by the 'L' shaped awning rails being stapled on, and the water ingress that this inherent weakness has caused,infact very few screws had been used anywhere all the trim on the outside being nailed on.I wonder what Bessacarr's troubles must have been at this time,to resort to such shoddy workmanship.Otherwise,and I wouldn't have spent so much time on her if not,her!!,the layout is superb and it would seem quite rare, the light oak finish certainly gives that look of quality you mention
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19 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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Mark
Joined 26 Oct 1999
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Hi. No its not expanding "foam" type stuff this can cause you problems towards a lumpy floor. It is as you say strong 2 part adhesive. regards, mark http://www.callendercaravans.co.uk
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23 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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c&c
Joined 18 Feb 2002
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Mark
I have seen an advert for an Avondale Dart. 2000, millenium special.
Can you tell me the weight of the van, the seating arrangement, and anything else I might need to know. And of course your expert opinion of the van itself.
thanks
carol
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Do you know the age of your caravan?
24 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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Mark
Joined 26 Oct 1999
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Hi. You do not say which model Dart it actually is? They produced a 380-2 @£9420 a 475-4 @ £10220 a 510-5 and 514-4 @ £10520 The Millenium pack consisted of a door flyscreen, a large rooflight, external gas and 240v point and a BADGE!! This had a retail price of £365 in January 2000.
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24 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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Amanda
Joined 21 Mar 2002
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We have recently privately purchased a used Tabbert Comtesse 540TN.Chasis No. WTA540230JC000034, we would love to know the age of the van and any info on it. Can we still acquire parts and accessories, and if so where from. Having great difficulty in finding anything out about this van. Be most grateful if you could help.
Many thanksAmanda
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25 March 2002, 0:00 AM
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Mark
Joined 26 Oct 1999
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Hi. These vans were built between 1987/93 and 1995/98. Because they are imported the chassis numbers mean nothing to me. However Tabbert U.K. should still be available to speak to on 01782 646101 they will be able to help regards http://www.callendercaravans.co.uk
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29 April 2002, 0:00 AM
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harty
Joined 29 Apr 2002
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Hi mark,
We have just bought our first caravan it's a very tidy looking Cosalt Clubman
Should do us as an intro to caravaning,the plate below the door shows the number 84434212
know anything about these vans?
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Do you know the age of your caravan?
30 April 2002, 0:00 AM
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Mark
Joined 26 Oct 1999
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Hi. The Cosalt Clubman range was produced between 1979 and 1984.From the serial no. you give yours will be a 1984 model and should be a "GXL". Has it got a full width gas locker? They were made by the more commonly known Abbey Group which is now under the umbrella of "Sterling". In 1984 they also did a Clubman "Special" which had a shower and hot water system which cost £350 extra. The models ranged from a £4000 212 (12' 2 Berth) through to a £5400 617 Twin axle (17' 6 Berth) The numbers denoting the size and no. of berths. If you want to drop me a linewith the model you own I can let you have a bit more info. HAPPY CARAVANNING, Regards mark Lewis http://www.callendercaravans.co.uk
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Do you know the age of your caravan?
22 May 2002, 0:00 AM
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cm
Joined 16 May 2002
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Hi Mark. My husband bought me a beautiful Mustang Goodwood for christmas it is my pride and joy. Could you give me any information on it. It is a 1978 model we have a handbook but I would love to get hold of an original sales brochure. The previous owner had it for ten years and it`s almost in mint condition. My husband paid £295 for it is this a fair valuation. Are there many Goodwoods around. I would also like to know where I can get a two ring hob for my van as it could do with replacing any idea of the cost of this item.
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10 June 2002, 0:00 AM
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correenukt2t
Joined 19 Mar 2001
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Hiya we just bought a 92 elddis cyclone but it doesnt have a manual do you know where I can obtain one please?
Thanks in advance
CJ
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Do you know the age of your caravan?
11 June 2002, 0:00 AM
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Mark
Joined 26 Oct 1999
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Hi. Contact The Explorer Group on 01207 699000. They will be able to help. Regards, Mark Lewis http://www.callendercaravans.co.uk
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11 June 2002, 0:00 AM
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correenukt2t
Joined 19 Mar 2001
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thanks
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26 June 2002, 0:00 AM
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terry
Joined 30 Mar 2002
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my van is a swift cottingham 5550/5 believed to be 1984 any idieas
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Do you know the age of your caravan?
27 June 2002, 0:00 AM
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terry
Joined 30 Mar 2002
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thanks for the reply marki am very impressed on your knowledge its nice to know some one out there cares about the older caravans.
do you have any info or oweners manuels i did not get any thing at all when i bought the van i paid £1695 for it do you think this is a fair price
regards terry
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