1.
A Beginner's Guide to Caravanning
INTRODUCTION
2.
Introduction
3.
Researching a touring outfit
4.
Making a choice
WHERE DO I START?
5.
Connecting the van
6.
Understanding weight distribution
7.
Understanding weights
8.
Ball Weight
9.
Load Distribution Hitches
10.
Adding Additional Weights
11.
Vehicle Compatibility
12.
Brakes and their operation
13.
Tyres
14.
Pre- departure Check List.
15.
After Return
16.
Mirrors
DRIVING TIPS
17.
Road Courtesy and Sharing the Road
18.
Indicating and over-taking
19.
Negotiating corners
20.
Fatigue
21.
Using gears
22.
Correct loading to avoid sway
23.
Reversing
24.
Getting and giving directional assistance
25.
Driving to conditions
26.
Rest Stops
27.
Planning ahead
28.
Insurance cover
29.
Practice, Practice, Practice
CONCLUSION
30.
Useful resource Material
31.
Some Helpful Hints
TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE
32.
Test Your Knowledge
33.
Quiz Answers - How Did You Go?