2019 Isuzu D-Max dual cab, canopy, Fulcrum suspension; 2011 17' Jayco Discovery poptop Outback, We have a 2005 Avan Cruiseliner. Yes we did accidentally leave the switch on. fell in love with van, problem roll out awning it fell to bits and crap tyres only did about 5000 km, had to remove pipe from twin tanks hitting axel now have seperate tank fillers and piping to water pump, Will never enter this place again Michael is the rudest most arrogant salesman I have ever dealt with. Here is one NSW break away Avan group that has all types of AvanRV'seligible as members, see; In particular see their Avan camper trailermodifications shown here; http://www.sccavanners.com/modifications.htm. Then fill your fresh water to see which gauge has changed so that is Fredh water. Make sure the Nylon (Polystone) guides are still in place at the end of the Top Roof Panel. Check everything and think "is that going to be a problem over e.g. Thanks, GaryKelly. I too have had a HiAce with a poptop, and also a Mercedes poptop. Agree with you about bending your kness, and having straight arms but this is altogether different. One of the earlier people to post a message regarding this provided a link to a site showing the roof being raised. My problem is that I don't have the strength to lift the roof more than thefirst few cms that you see in the video.. Must ask her what her consumption is. Vic - Mitsubishi Outlander and rear end tent. G'day Duh, thank you for your post and comments; along with fellow posters I have been able to source the tape for the job.now comes the messy bit of cleaning old adhesive and fiddly access but a pretty cheap outcome at around $40.00 for all items including acetone, scraper. But Why doesn't the pump STOP, Hi Bea, I'm no expert just handy :) My understanding is the pump maintains pressure in the line if it's left on. My rear over axle weight capacity is 1570 kg, With a small budget of between $15,000- $20,000 does anyone have any suggestion that maybe the best option I should be looking at please? So no matter what the obstacle you can put a gas spring at each corner. You may just need to find one that has the correct parameters to do the job. Most trailers should need about 30 pound force springs (give or take). Wondering about ShortNorth ? Super Strength Smooth Panel Construction INTERIOR FEAT Tow Away $37,390 Enquire More Info ASPIRE 402 Composite Aluminium One-Piece Panels Hot Dipped Galvanized Chassis Gas Electric Hot Water Gas Cooktop 12v Range Hood 3 http://www.tracktrailer.com.au/tvan_overview1.html. We only detected this when laying on the bed it could be heard purring through the pillow. With a single axle van marketed as suitable to bush camp, it would seem reasonable for an extra water tank, extra battery and solar to be optioned. The chassis/suspension upgrade and larger tyres would be a must have option I think. . Reported it to dealer and they were not interested. We had a Jayco Discovery pop top, although not an outback model and we were very pleased with it. Took it over some rather rough stuff and plenty of corrugations and met all our expectations. DOUG Chief One Feather (Losing feathers with age), TUG.2014 Holden LT Colorado Twin Cab Ute with Canopy, DEN. 2014 "Chief" Arrow CV (with some changes). The team Anthony, Steve and Rob could not have done more to help us with our purchase and gave us a good deal. WebA'van Cruiser & Cruiseliner (Caravan): 3.3 out of 5 stars from 46 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ieatwords.com.au. WebAvan Model Location New South Wales Price Finance Sleeps Ad Type Year Length in feet Length in metres Keyword Odometer Weight Other 20 Compare 2021 Avan Ovation M8 ISLAND BED LOW KMS $179,990* Excl. WebAvan Model: Cruiseliner 1D AD PLUS Price: $52,836 Year: 2022 Transmission: Auto Warranty: 2 Years Fa Stock Number: N2013 Cabins/ Features Seating Capacity: 2 Sleeping Capacity: 3 Air Conditioning: Yes Toilet: No Shower: Yes Fridge: Yes Microwave: Yes Stereo: Yes Suspension: Full Off-road Technical Specifications Garage Length: 5765 mm ? Do you have a Pic. We have a 2003 Cruiseliner and the boot lid has been leaking along the bottom. By default it's also a stone guard :) Hope this helps :). they are only about $6 each. -- Edited by Brian Hovander on Monday 8th of May 2017 12:32:28 PM. We have the Avan Cruiseliner which probably as you know is the big A framed van. You could also try standing on a caravan step to get more leverage being higher off the ground with more push power. Hi Bruce think about joining the Facebook group Avan Motorhomes. So there was no way we could put an extra water or grey water tank on. $44,910. I am in the process of buying a (new to me) car. All the bits and pieces (ie fridge, fabric treatment etc) had their own pamphlets or manuals but nothing from Avan. Turn the tap off and the pump then appears to stop however somehow the pump continues on its merry way whirring very very quietly in the background almost silently draining the battery. Annex and ground cover, electric brakes, new diesel heating with remote control, driving and reverse camera, lots of storage, microwave, 3 VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. We asked the dealer/factory to send a bunk ladder that never came with the van. 2 months later the new battery is now dead and showed 4v. This dealership will turn people off the AVAN brand which would be a real shame the vans are awesome its just this dealer that is disgraceful. Thanks for your suggestions though.Duh - I'll follow up your suggestions regarding gas struts, the nylon flat strips and the lifting device. These do not influence our content moderation policies in any way, though ProductReview.com.au may earn commissions for products/services purchased via affiliate links. After this I will begin to get serious about finding an 'outback rig' and will take all comments and suggestions as a learning curve to begin the next stage. Not quite exactly sure what piece you mean (we have an Avan Cruiser)picture? . Thanks to David Hall (of Australia) the solution has been invented to raise roof panels with the supplemental assistance of gas springs. Several US A-frame manufacturers have carried his technique forward. When did Avan sell the company/change ownership ?? Hi Tina, that is a simple one to fix. We have an Avan "Cruiser" which is identical to the "Cruiseliner" but does not have the front boot and have owned this camper for about 5 years. It has the raised suspension which I think basically just raised the ground clearance of the van and has a slightly heavier chassis. The Avan Club USA. Try doing short trips on dirt like 20 ks or so to see how the vehicle handles it. Govt. Ltd. All Rights Reserved. I have been told that even with the offroad pack, these trailers will come home a bit loose inside..any opinions? Very poor. WebAvan AdventurePLUS revamps the traditional Aliner and Cruiseliner series of campers, maintaining the popular camper layouts with more rugged features and greater ground clearance to suite the more adventurous. Though he knew I did not have finance he told me that it didn't matter, that I just had to place a $3000 deposit on a van. e abusive manager in Bathurst, I definitely would not recommend anybody go there, after sales service is non existent, and not worth the effort. Incidentally a quick Google shows, there are some older X-Trail models (up to 2014) that only have a 1300kg towing capacity. Keep it coming in guys & girlsThank you Gwynnie from matildatraveller. -- Edited by elliemike on Wednesday 12th of December 2012 08:34:44 PM. I've just purchased a 2003 Avan Cruiseliner in very good condition.Lifting the roof though is heavier than what I can physically manage. I'm a tall,active, fit woman but I reckon weight-bearing exercises are a lot easier than this! Below. G'day Hako, yes, the damaged foam can be a problem as it is a weatherproofing seal and not cosmetic. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. A van Aliner 2018 Model Brand New Camper Trailers. Thanks, Sam.What will your new ATM be and how hard was it to get the new specifications certified?Alan. Every step of the process is made to be as simple as possible and to result in an awning that is safe, secure and sturdy. Unsealed roads for an Avan are a no no!, Thank you for all your experience and knowledge and responses. This trailer may have the two lower panel gas springs reduced to 50 pounds so a bit of lift is required by the owner. Due to the crushing weight of the new panels (with new strong factory-metal springs) the owner wanted to start with four each 75 pound force springs because the (bathroom scale) measured weight of 30 pounds at the end indicated that 100 pounds of force was needed at the point of application. What was missed is that the force when compressed is not 75 pounds. It raised based on the design characteristics of the gas spring to as much as 50% higher. So where she needed 200 pounds to raise the roof panels--she was seeing 225 pounds with the initial installation. That is why you see these panels rise on their own! JavaScript is disabled. Did you have to isolate BOTH pairs or just the heavy duty pair? Expect to pay around $6.75 mt at Clark rubber. 13's from a petrol is quite good, my old vx ss avg 13's not towing and babying it! Hi guys, by now I realise that there are a few Avan owners on the the forum and I am wondering if anyone has had to replace the high density adhesivefoam on side roof panels? Does anyone know or have any experience with this type of small camper please:? I've not seen an Avan roof, but I did have a HiAce with a pop top, and also a Kombi. A TVAN is a great up market off-road Campertrailer. I was a member of the Club for 7 years, members can attend any Avan Club rally in any state and an Australian wide guide to rallies, dates, contacts etc is put in their regular newsletters. At $20 per annum membership and $10 joining fee, it is one of the cheapest clubs in Oz and well worth joining. Please note it is not for caravans, only Avanfolding type camper trailers. The club started like that before Avan started making caravans and members voted to keep it for the A shaped folding camper trailers. And yes they do have info for members on repairing etc once you have joined. They have known about this issue for at least two years and yet continue to promote a van with air conditioning knowing full well it doesn't work in a Cruiseliner.A-van keep referring back to the retaile. Thank you !!! BE WHO YOU ARE AND SAY WHAT YOU FEEL .. Hi Happy Traveller. Did anyone here taken the above camper/s on any offroad trip such as the Gibb River Road or similar and came home without any issues? I don't think so because the lifting height is too great, I would guess around four feet and only at the centre. Get the "Closed Cell" type seal From Clarkes. I push the pop-top of our caravan up internally, and wouldnt want anything heavier than that its a straight push up though. Charges Caravan 19ft / 5.79m 2 people Ensuite Private Seller NSW Contact seller View details 26 Compare 2008 Avan OSCAR $25,990 Book a Consultation 03 9870 6102. We had a Avan WA club workshop over this weekend and changed the springs on one of our solo members Aliner. Particularly unethical in the cases where vans/trailers are optioned up without the purchaser being aware that the options are coming out of the ATM, not being added on to the AGM total (our first van situation). Cheers Bob. I take on board what you said and agree that if your trip is hassle free than that is a miracle, regardless of what is behind your vehicle. Find your local Avan Campers, Caravans & Motorhome dealer. The Avan Club of Australia is a great organisation. Hi Mike and thanks for the info re type of foam. Thanks so much that sounds like good advice, i'll definatley do my homework & won't be pressured, i didn't think it was going to be this hard! I just wanted to mention tyre pressures, Avan stipulate very low tyre pressures (or did) I don't know if this was to stop damage from vibrations, however it was much too low. I put my tyres at a pressure recommended by tyre retailers and had no problems with the originaltyres going around Oz and they looked like new when I swapped them for light truck tyres.. This mob will send you the Kit, so you can fit it yourself, or get some-one else to do it for you, if you're not that way inclined, or they will fit it for you if you can take the unit to them. It makes it easier when putting the new stuff back on in the correct place. Driving me crazy! my motto in life ! I replaced knobs on top dome windows handles.Purchased directly from Avan.inexpensive. We have just picked up a 2012 Avan Cruiseliner and towed it from Bundaberg to Kingaroy with our auto 2011 Forester X to camp for the night and then back home to the Sunshine coast. Lots are well maintained roads that possibly will be closed when wet (this is for Protecting the road surface) Consider how much actual Dirt Road driving your rig will be doing. I did take mine on a very rough corrugated and stony road near Nimbin that seemed to go on forever, a retaining bolt fell out of one ofthe overhead (when up) wind out hatches but otherwise survived that trip ok. Later towards the end of the 7 years, the large rear wind out window of mine worethrough the aluminium rivets on the three hinges that held it to the body, and I nearly lost the hatch into the Gt Australian Bight when a very strong Northerly wind (blowing out to sea) go under it, is SWMBO had not seen it in time before we turned into the wind it would have ended up over the cliff in the drinkmanaged to tie it down with coat hanger wire and ropes until I could get it fixed. Or, would a grooved piece of pipe (or timber) placed in a vertical position between the body of the van and the bottom sloping edge of the roof be more efficient? (ieWhile still in the vertical position, pull, push or shoveittoward the back of the van so that itincreases the angle of the roof). Its attached under the aluminium strip above the boot hinge (bolted and silicone). Look up the Avan club website and contact them. Camper Trailer. If you are a a Member of the Avan Club Australia you can peruse the Avan website for this subject certain it has been covered. My mate rolled up with his brand new Avan Adventurer and it's really nice. The adventure pack has a coil spring Trailing Arm Suspension and more ground clearance. I have heard of people using duck tap to hold them closed by taping around the sides on to the roofyou may need to keep a few rolls onboard. What a magic area you travelled , we adore those areas, brings back memories of some of our great treks. If you look at this A'Lite A'van, you will see where it has had gas struts fitted to help raise the roof. My friend has an A-Van SportsLiner (the smallest 2 berth one that weighs about 700kg I think) and tows it with her 10 Forester XS auto and has been from one end of QLD to the other without much complaint other than the A-Van bounces around alot. There are a couple on the forum and they might see your question and reply., DOUG Chief One Feather (Losing feathers with age), TUG.2014 Holden LT Colorado Twin Cab Ute with Canopy, DEN. 2014 "Chief" Arrow CV (with some changes). I might Hi TandB, we also had a boot water problem with our 2004, but haven't see a drop in the boot for around 5 yrs after putting on a 'temporary' vinyl skirt. There is one in each corner. There is no locking mechanism on the inside, just the winder. Evidently there's an derogatory term of a 'Man' look that has been applied to me from time to time :) In my unit the extension cord is hard wired so can't be tested by me. I had an Aliner for 7 years (no front boot) but even that collapsed the rear springs of my Camry I was towing with, had to get heavy duty ones fitted. I also briefly had an Avan Alite (superceded bythe Sportsliner) which had after market gas struts fitted to aid lifting. See pic below; Thank you all - Happy Wanderer, Duh, Gerty Dancer, Dougwe, Cruising Cruze, Sheba and VK6TNC. Avan Campers Avan Campers Caravans amp Motorhomes. to figure out how to deal with this situation. What a joke. If in WA there are two places to buy the foam in the Perth area, George Day Caravans http://www.georgeday.com.au/or WA Avan at Guildford (also known as Offshore Marine) closing soon I believe and all parts going to GD). Have checked outside the van for leaks, but no problems. Gwynnie- Matildatraveller, 'The self is not something one finds, it is something one creates.' Its driving us crazy ! 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