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hobby caravans again
13 January 2007, 6:54 PM
 Edited by who 13 January 2007, 7:03 PM
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who
Joined 15 Nov 2003
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If you look on the left handside of the fridge interior you should see a siliver sticker with fridge information on it..At a guess I would say yours could well be a RM4270 given the age of the van????...go to http://www.leisureshopdirect.com then enter site and and at top of page click on Gas, then look at left hand side of page and go to Refrigeration..then Dometic & Electrolux spares then heating elements and it lists various different ones...if your fridge is a RM4270 then the price for a 240 volt is £27.22p...if you search caravan accessory shops you should be able to get a non manufacturers 240 volt part for under £20.
Hope This helps
Chris Bennett
Better Known to Hobby owners as Hobbynut
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hobby caravans again
13 January 2007, 7:56 PM
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redman53
Joined 3 Oct 2005
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A nice quiet site which will take Hobby vans (ours is there) is the Caravan and Camping Club's Site at Windermere. It is beautiful and peaceful even when full. Give it a try.
Redman 53
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14 January 2007, 1:25 PM
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scammell
Joined 19 Feb 2006
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HOBBY fridge removal. regarding my earlier question; I aimed to replace the fridge and cooker, which I knew to be faulty. I ended up removing the outside vent panels. Not a lot doing there, I came to the conclusion that the units had been changed, but by a "DIY"er. I ended up having to lift the sink, as the gas coupling to the fridge was on top of the fridge. The fridge was held in with "pk" screws thro' the side panels. The whole lot looked a bit suspect. Replacing all units ;- fridge, cooker, and sink unit with units removed from a previously scrapped van. interesting to see replie's . All the best jg
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14 January 2007, 2:44 PM
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RogerP
Joined 13 Jan 2007
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Thank you jg I found it thanks to your clear directions. I will wait for a little warmer weather and make a start. It truely is amazining that so many people are willing to help and give up their time so freely. We will have to get everbody into caravanning and the world will right itself.
Thanks again
RogerP
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hobby caravans again
14 January 2007, 2:52 PM
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RogerP
Joined 13 Jan 2007
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Thanks Andy
please let me know how you get on and if it cures your problems
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RogerP
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hobby caravans again
14 January 2007, 3:42 PM
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who
Joined 15 Nov 2003
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The thing with Hobby is that alot of the fitments are not made by Hobby themselves, they are " bought in " and then fitted. By knowing who makes what you can acquire parts from sources other than Hobby dealers and at a much cheaper price..eg chassis manufactured by BPW in Germany...running gear, brakes bearings etc made by Knott of Germany and easily obtainable in UK...sinks and taps by Smev.... heating by Truma...English 3 pin electric sockets available at all accessory dealers, and the list goes on..You can save mega bucks
Chris Bennett ( Hobbynut )
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hobby caravans again
14 January 2007, 8:55 PM
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scammell
Joined 19 Feb 2006
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FRIDGE saga.From the outset the fridge looked to be original, [especially as it fitted "around the wheel arch]; but it was in a bit of a state so decided to replace. The cooker was "ok" but doors starting to seperate; but didn't look like original. What raised my suspicion was the fact that I couldn't find the plastic blanks in the fridge, and using a long spatula done each side, discovered fixings that didn't show in the fridge. The way the "side" panels were cut nad fitted, was certainly not "proffessional" So I thought, get the lot out and replace with items as mentioned from another van. Trouble was when I started I thought I might have to take the van off the fridge; rather than the fridge out of the van. Was great fun getting it out the door !!! Also contemplating removing the hot air unit; and replacing with a "coal effect" fan heater. Reason is to make it look more "cosy and homely"; basically 'cause my 'er indoors has to "see" flames o/n/o, before she feels warm !!!!!!!! Not that we've really needed the heating on. Note this is an old van @86 I think; I bought it knowing there were faults with it; mainly as I/we like our c/vanning; it's given me something to do in semi retirement; and following rebuilding a Scammell Explorer; a bit easier on ageing aching limbs. Hope you enjoyed reading something a bit different . It can be good fun !!!!!!!!!! Regards jg
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hobby caravans again
14 January 2007, 9:12 PM
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redman53
Joined 3 Oct 2005
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I too have a 1986 prestige which desparately needs a new bottom half door. The current one has fallen to pieces and has been screwed and pushed shut for the winter. Have you, or any one, any idea where I could get a replacement from as we cannot use the caravan with replacing the door. I can't find any spares for Hobby vans anywhere. Can anyone help please?
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14 January 2007, 10:08 PM
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RogerP
Joined 13 Jan 2007
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Sorry but I don't know where to get parts other than on ebay. I live in Northern Ireland so any parts that might be available would cost a lot to post. I'm sure the good people on this forum will be able to advise you as they have been so helpful to me, a newbie.
RogerP
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14 January 2007, 10:15 PM
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RogerP
Joined 13 Jan 2007
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Hi jg, you had a right old time with that one. Unfortunatly I don't have a garage big enough for a 650 si I'm going to have to wait untill I can actually stand outside for a couple of hours to do the grill etc. I'm very grateful for all the help ant the bit of banter too. Really nice people on this forum and I've had the hobby (and the internet) for years not knowing you were all a 'click or two' away.
I used to tour in Ireland so if you want any local observations on sites here in Ireland, please just ask and if I've been there I'll tell all. RogerP
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15 January 2007, 7:44 AM
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redman53
Joined 3 Oct 2005
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Thanks for that Rogp. You are the first person in over a year to reply to a request for help. My husband has had several fishing holidays in Ireland and I am sure that if something were available it would be an excellent excuse for him to 'go fishing'. Thanks again.
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hobby caravans again
15 January 2007, 5:42 PM
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scammell
Joined 19 Feb 2006
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hi Redman53; if you scroll back this page and previous page, there are a few names / addresses. If not try things like "caravan spares" or w/ever on a search engine. The c/van club did an article on s/hand spares, so their site might be worth a visit. The local paper will have adverts for "damaged "vans wanted; or of course yellow pages. It's surprising how many there are about; even main dealers sometimes have a s/hand shed out the back. BUT they've never got the right bit !!!
To the other 650 owner; mine's on a "permanent" site, disadvantage being 3/4 Hr away; and cramped inside when trying to work as I've got my workmate and a load of wood and bits. No power so rely'ing on battery tools, and the site is quite water logged being clay, but w/ever; Hey Ho !!! keeps me out of mischieve !!! Will be a lot better when it drys out so I can chuck most of the stuff outside out of the way. Cant really put the awning up "out of season" plus I don't have one !!! Well I will have if I get around to getting a biggun I've got altered. Needs extending by @ 1metre.
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15 January 2007, 8:22 PM
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redman53
Joined 3 Oct 2005
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Hi Scammell,
Thanks for your comments, we too have ours on a permanent pitch in Cumbria (3hours drive away) and again no awnings after Oct until May. Therefore work is hampered with rainy weather, of which there is rather a lot of in the Lakes but the area is fantastic not matter what the weather. Most places I have tried do not have Hobby parts - any other make no problem. Hobby dealers only seem interested in selling a new van! If we cannot get the door fixed or a replacement then our van will have to be scrapped which is a great shame as it is dry and good conditions inside. A bit cluttered like yours but with grandchildrens stuff i.e. cots toys etc.
Thanks for the chat and will try your suggestions.
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20 January 2007, 6:46 PM
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Kaiko2107
Joined 20 Jan 2007
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Hi, I was looking at a 650 and you are saying that it is illegal to tow. I have a landrover freelander and i was wondering if anyone who has one of these vans has actually been stopped by the police etc for being illegal. I have never been checked by the police or anyone else when i was towing and i wondered if any police actually would and if you would get fined etc for it.
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hobby caravans again
20 January 2007, 7:25 PM
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Kaiko2107
Joined 20 Jan 2007
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Hi does anyone know if the law has changed yet regarding the size of hobby you are allowed to tow. I am planning the get a 650 kmfe and was wondering if it is legally to tow in the country yet i know it wasnt a few years ago. I have just phoned the police and all they seem to be worried about is the weight of the caravan rather that the width.
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hobby caravans again
20 January 2007, 8:41 PM
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who
Joined 15 Nov 2003
61 posts
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Sadly the law is still the same...it's all there on website http://www.ntta.co.uk then go to to the heading The Law and then to sub heading Maximum Trailer Dimensions..Its quite sad really as its legal on the continent to tow these " oversize " caravans behind large saloon cars. If you look on the website of both Hobby and Fendt you will see what I mean by the vehicles used in their adverts
Hobbynut
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hobby caravans again
25 January 2007, 10:54 AM
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gill
Joined 18 Sep 2005
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hello, can you tell me where I can get two tyres for my hobby classic 1993, 520, the tyres that are on are the wrong ones, we cant find out which size we need.
kind regards
luis
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hobby caravans again
25 January 2007, 3:56 PM
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redman53
Joined 3 Oct 2005
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To find your correct tyre size if you have your id numbers off the plate on you caravan and ring the Hobby dealer (there is one at Ambergate in Derbyshire) they will tell you what size you will need. Failing that take a wheel and tyre to your local tyre place and tell him what size and weight your van is and he should know what will be safe.
Hope you sort things.
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hobby caravans again
25 January 2007, 9:20 PM
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gill
Joined 18 Sep 2005
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yes, thanks we have sorted it by doing what you said, thanks for replying.
luigi
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hobby caravans again
28 January 2007, 11:02 AM
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freddie
Joined 17 Apr 2006
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hi my wife did a very stupid thing ,when we picked up our new hobby she stuck a make shift number plate on the window got it back to storage yard and removed it the glue was still on the window and she has scraped all the window trying to remove it. we bought stuff from caravan shop but didnt work any ideas as im now desperate as spoils the look of my van.
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