Frequently Asked Questions: -
FAQ
1: Water
ingress into the engine compartment on Peugeot Boxers.
FAQ 2: Terminology of batteries: engine; leisure battery &
auxiliary and charging of the same.
FAQ 5:
Roller blinds have an annoying rattle
when travelling.
FAQ 6: Value to sell my
motorhome / Reasonable price for buying a motorhome.
FAQ 11: Do I need an MOT after one year if my motorhome is over 3.5 tonnes GVW?
FAQ 14: Where do I fix the beam adaptors on my new Peugeot Boxer for continental driving ?
FAQ 15: How should the radio isolating switch be used on my Boxer van?
FAQ 17: What does the 'symbol' seen on members' vans and on the Newsletter mean?
FAQ 18: Can the Club 'Ideas Sheets' be made available for downloading from the website?
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FAQ 1: Water ingress into the engine compartment on Peugeot Boxers.
Ans 1: There have been problems with earlier Boxers where the gearbox and/or battery can be damaged with rainwater ingress. There is a manufacturer’s modification to cure this and also a simple DIY option. See Ideas Sheet No.5.
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FAQ 2: Terminology of batteries: engine; leisure battery & auxiliary and charging of the same.
Ans 2; There are two main uses for batteries in a motorhome:
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FAQ 3: My GRP bodywork is dull.
Ans 3: The bodywork can be re-furbished using a very weak cutting paste designed for fibreglass. One such product is Farecla who offers a range of polishes to maintain the condition of the fibreglass. This is available through local motorhome showrooms or through the Auto Sleepers Service centre – see Service Centre on Technical Page.
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FAQ 4: Removal of scratches on the acrylic windows.
Ans 4: Farecla make a compound – see FAQ on GRP bodywork
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FAQ 5: Roller blinds have an annoying rattle when travelling.
Ans 5: Please see Ideas Sheet No. 46 on the Technical Page
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FAQ 6: Value to sell my motorhome / Reasonable price for buying a motorhome.
Ans 6: I regret that I cannot give guides to values for either buying or selling, there are too many variables. I would suggest that you buy a few specialist motorhome magazines from your local main newsagent and study what is on offer.
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FAQ 7: Black algae in the toilet flushing water.
Ans 7: A
temporary solution can be achieved by flushing the system with Milton
Sterilising Fluid.
Thetford is testing a more permanent solution and at the end of 2003 will
evaluate the results of the trial and a new fluid should be available in the New
Year (2004).
Update
May 2005:
Thetford are now recommending using 2 or 3 times the
strength of their concentrate to remove the algae. (See also
Ideas Sheet No. 111)
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FAQ 8: What pressures should my motorhome tyre be?
Ans
8:
The tyre pressures for vehicles can be found on the label fitted to the
door frame or by referring to the base vehicle manufacturers handbook. The
Auto~Sleeper conversion or the manufacturer of the tyre does not affect the tyre
pressure, it relates to the load and speed rating only.
Auto~Sleepers cannot make any recommendations about tyre
specification or pressures because this information is the responsibility of the
base vehicle manufacturer.
Update as a reply to the Questions & Answers at the 2007 National Rally - Open Forum:
A15a: Post meeting note (dated 22nd May 2007) :
Tyre pressures: For tyre pressures then use the figure quoted by the base vehicle manufacture for the maximum fully laden weight. If using the vehicle below this weight have the vehicle weighed and then seek advice from the tyre manufacturer and request they confirm it in writing. If the vehicle loading is changed and hence overall weight changes then different tyre pressures will be required. Due to the different types, sizes, vehicle specification and the way base vehicle manufactures make change to these details without our knowledge, Auto sleepers is unable to provide direct information.
A15b: Further post meeting note (dated 1st June 2007):
Tyre pressures: X2/44 Chassis - Talisman/Executive/Nuevo/Nuevo ES (and other 3400kg rated Boxers) On the 'B' post of these models is a label advising tyre pressures of 79.5psi all round which, being within 0.5psi of the maximum recommended tyre pressure, results in a particularly harsh ride. If your vehicle is fitted with Michelin 215/70 R15 XC Camping tyres, and your maximum front axle weight is 1750 kgs, with a maximum rear axle weight of 1850 or 1900 kgs, (as shown on the metal plate under the bonnet) then the tyre manufacturer's recommended pressures are 55 PSI front and 60 PSI rear. However for long distance continental non-stop travelling the 'B' post figure is still recommended.
X2/50 chassis: The X2/50 based vehicles do not run at the same high pressures so the harsh ride conditions should not apply. In view of this fact the figures on the Peugeot door shut pillar should be used.
Copy of the article in the September Newsletter:
For ease of reference I repeat the more recent advice from Auto~Sleepers:-
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FAQ 9: What in meant by a 'green field' rally site?
Ans 9: A 'green field' site refers to a rally site on a field or hardstanding (i.e. school playground), that has the minimum of a drinking water supply and toilet emptying facilities. It may have limited toilet facilities, e.g. toilets may only be available during specific times (e.g. pub/cafe or sports facility), or no toilets at all.
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FAQ10: To what does ACCEO refer?
Ans
10: ACCEO
is the Association of Camping and Caravaning Exempted Organisations. A
Camping or Caravanning Organisation is a club, such as the ASOC, which holds an Exemption
Certificate allowing us to organise rallies for up to five days (120 hours)
duration, without the need to seek planning permission.
Individual members of ASOC can also become members of ACCEO for an annual
subscription of £3.00, allowing members to benefit from a range of discounts
such as ferry fares, insurance, accessories and some private site fees.
Our specially appointed member, Ray
Whiley, represents ASOC and attends the ACCEO Annual General Meeting.
Further information can be found by visiting www.acceo.org.uk
or www.oakwood-village.co.uk or
by contacting via e-mail ACCEO@oakwood-village.co.uk
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FAQ 11: Do I need an MOT after one year if my motorhome is over 3.5 tonnes GVW.
Ans 11: A commercial vehicle is required to have an MOT if it is over 3.5 tonnes GVW - after one year. This is not, however, applicable to motorhomes. If in doubt contact DVLA direct.
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FAQ 12: How can I get guidance on running a rally?
Ans 12: Guidance is available in the New Marshal page.
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FAQ 13: What do the initials HDi mean on a Peugeot?
Ans 13: High Pressure Direct Injection. An electrically generated fuel supply pump known as 'common rail' achieving a pressure of 1350 bars. This is due to a turbo compressor and cooling system which controls the intake of air.
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FAQ 14: Where do I fix the beam adaptors on my new Peugeot Boxer for continental driving ?
Ans 14: Although there are no markings on the headlights themselves the position for the adaptor is readily identifiable by referring to the adaptor manufacturer's instructions. For instance 'Eurolites' show the position for the 'round adaptor' on the dipped headlight lamp, by referring to the position of the lamp itself.
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FAQ 15: How should the radio isolating switch be used on my Boxer van?
Ans 15:
It is important that the radio isolation switch, fitted to the
Nuevo/Talisman & Executive vans, is always left in the "off" position when
the radio is not being used, otherwise a very small drain may result from the
vehicle battery to the detriment of starting the engine.
NB Earlier Boxer vans, without the radio
isolation switch, can suffer from the radio switching off after 20 minutes.
Ideas Sheet No 63 (see Technical) offers
an way of obviating this problem.
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FAQ 16: What fuel economy should I expect?
Ans 16: Fuel economy depends on many factors including light/heavy right-footed, urban/long distance, etc. However some guidance can be obtained from the fuel information gathered from members on "fuel information" page at Technical
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FAQ 17: What does the 'symbol' seen on members' vans and on the Newsletter mean?
Ans. 17: Details of 'Rita's Little Man' can be found on the Regalia page.
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FAQ 18: Can the Club 'Ideas Sheets' be made available for downloading from the website?
ANS. Unfortunately this is not an available, or desirable, option. Reasons include:
The website is free but limited to 30Mb. (The Ideas Sheets, with the photos are around 1Mb each.)
There is a need to ensure they are available to members only. (Use of membership number to authorise is not practical.)
An analysis of the number of Ideas Sheets issued is forwarded to Auto-Sleepers on a regular basis. This enables Design Department to evaluate where members consider improvements are welcome.
A record is kept of all Ideas Sheets issued against individual members in order that any updates can be issued - when required.
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If you have any other questions please contact me at Baz Wellard and I will try to either answer them or seek help
July 25, 2008