Roam | Explore | Enjoy https://www.roadroamers.uk/ 2026-04-15T21:18:17+00:00 https://www.roadroamers.uk/ https://www.roadroamers.uk/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=wiki:logo.png text/html 2023-07-12T11:35:36+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=faq:newbies_corner&rev=1689161736&do=diff Welcome Newbies If you've come here then you now have a campervan or motorhome and are looking for a quick how-to, and we've got you covered :) We'll deal with this in sections so you don't have to read it all, but you should real it all of course. text/html 2023-06-07T14:02:38+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=plumbing:cleaning&rev=1686146558&do=diff Cleaning the Water System Whether a large Camper or a Motorhome, you're likely to have three water tanks (below) which need to be maintained to ensure it doesn't smell, won't block the pump or pipes and isn't going to kill you if you get some in your mouth or eyes. text/html 2023-07-22T09:02:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=faq:general_frequently_asked_questions&rev=1690016553&do=diff Welcome to the FAQ Here we'll do our best to answer some of the most common questions we get. We're slowly transferring our content from the previous system which is a manual job but we're getting there. Internal Water Fresh water that is stored in a fresh water tank (if fitted) as called 'Fresh' or 'Clean' water. When that water is used in the sinks and shower it drains into another tank (if fitted) and is now called Grey Water. The toilet (if fitted) stores waste in another tank and that … text/html 2023-07-05T15:25:41+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=faq:buying_a_vehicle&rev=1688570741&do=diff Buying a Vehicle With so many scams out there its important, if not vital to be streetwise when buying a vehicle from anywhere. Here's a few tips we've picked up along the way which hopefully will help you out, and maybe save some serious cash. If you want to buy site unseen, for example ebay, chavbook marketplace, then you do so entirely at your own risk. text/html 2023-05-03T09:46:24+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=waterheating:truma&rev=1683107184&do=diff Truma Water Heaters Truma GmbH & Co. KG; Truma has been marketing accessories for caravans and motor homes in Germany since Philipp Kreis established the company in 1949. In 70 years, Truma has developed into a successful international company that is still family-owned. text/html 2023-05-16T15:02:13+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=electrical:ec325_and_328&rev=1684249333&do=diff EC325 (Upgraded to EC328) The EC328 Power Supply Unit (PSU) is used to provide power and protection for electrical equipment within a leisure vehicle. The unit can be used in conjunction with a Control Panel, Water Level Sensors and Solar Panel to provide a complete Power Control System. text/html 2023-05-03T10:39:20+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=plumbing:water_pumps_accessories&rev=1683110360&do=diff Water Pumps & Accessories SHURflo The majority of water pumps in use in Motorhomes are SUREflo, and for good reason, they are extremely reliable and sensibly priced, but when they do fail they are not easily repaired and should be replaced. Replace like with like, if you existing pump is 30psi, then replace with 30psi, not 45psi or 60psi unless you're going to replace the expansion tank and fittings. text/html 2024-07-04T18:57:06+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=start&rev=1720119426&do=diff Inside Information on your Motorhome/Campervan since 2012 Back! after a short period of downtime as we migrated from our previous URL to this new one, now in Wiki format rather than forum, and most of our content is still being transferred. This service is and has always been maintained by volunteers and is not guaranteed to be 100% but we try our best. If you spot something that's incorrect then please let us know (feedback @ the bottom) so we can correct it. If you wish to volunteer some time… text/html 2024-09-13T13:18:14+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=electrical:batteries&rev=1726233494&do=diff Batteries Purpose Drive Battery Is the battery that's responsible for starting and running the engine as well as associated services such as ECU's, lights, fan, dashboard, stereo and so on. These batteries are designed to unload significant power to start the vehicle, then be immediately recharged by the alternator and kept at a high state of charge. These batteries will suffer if they are regularly discharged by more than 20%. text/html 2023-05-04T07:51:51+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=electrical:ec200&rev=1683186711&do=diff EC200 The EC200 Power Supply Unit (PSU) is used to provide power and protection for electrical equipment within a leisure vehicle. The unit can be used in conjunction with a Control Panel, Water Level Sensors and Solar Panel to provide a complete Power Control System. text/html 2024-01-30T13:33:34+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=repair:midland_mobile_leisure_services&rev=1706621614&do=diff Midland Mobile Leisure Services Limited ingle & twin axle caravan service, electrical installation condition reports, chassis only service, motorhome habitation service, damp test, Gas test, fridge service, water heater service, space heater service, cooker service, floor delamination repairs, damp repairs, motor mover supply & fitting, solar panel supply & fitting, pre purchase inspection and general repairs. We have great access to all parts and accessories please contact us if you need help … text/html 2023-07-05T10:45:12+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=sites:pubs_and_sites&rev=1688553912&do=diff Pubs and Sites Many public houses and other facilities such as leisure centres, football clubs and others are looking to boost income with either availability for larger vehicles to visit and some to stay overnight. Many of these are feeling the water so its important to treat them well and leave no trace. text/html 2023-06-21T09:00:52+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=structure:connections&rev=1687338052&do=diff Motorhome Connections We can group these into a few simple categories Electrical Electrical connections on proper motorhomes are via an industry standard IP44 rated 16A 3PIN IEC-60309, often shortened to IEC309, sometimes called a MAYPOLE Connector, or MP372B or MP373B text/html 2023-05-16T15:03:19+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://www.roadroamers.uk/doku.php?id=structure:general_faq&rev=1684249399&do=diff Structure/Build Motorhomes Most motorhomes available in the UK/Europe are built onto an existing vehicle, usually a van (Ducato/Boxer/Daily etc). The general structure of these are wood laminate with metal framework. There is generally an outer skin which is Plastic, then a support which is usually ply, then insulation, then internal walls, then decor. There may be a gap between the inner and outer layers or it may be solid or glass fibre insulation.