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Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-13-2023, 10:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,875
Posted By RobRyan
After seeing US Travel Trailers or Caravans we...

After seeing US Travel Trailers or Caravans we call them here. I was pretty shocked by the abysmal quality and poor design. Defintely a Class B even a used one would be better.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-25-2023, 11:10 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,625
Posted By RobRyan
If Sprinter or Promaster based, there are many...

If Sprinter or Promaster based, there are many chassis options you do get in the US. Seen ARV similar to many B builders here, last count 35 " outfitters" more than in the US and Canada combined...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-25-2023, 10:48 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,625
Posted By RobRyan
Davydd Seeing a lot of people on the FB pages...

Davydd
Seeing a lot of people on the FB pages are young and cassette and macerator composting toilets are fairly common. I can these being the default toilets for Class B's. Retired couples here use...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-25-2023, 09:59 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,625
Posted By RobRyan
mumkin Add North America. Yes my posts about...

mumkin

Add North America. Yes my posts about Class B'son FB are very popular. They appear to be a much younger crowd. Have received top contributor status several times
As far as overseas...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-25-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,625
Posted By RobRyan
Again we have Caravans but vastly more robust...

Again we have Caravans but vastly more robust and heavier than European ones. Different needs and uses
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-25-2023, 08:04 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,625
Posted By RobRyan
Correct it is what works best for that particular...

Correct it is what works best for that particular country
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-24-2023, 04:32 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,625
Posted By RobRyan
In Europe they churn them out. As you state they...

In Europe they churn them out. As you state they are for all ages, not just retirees
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-24-2023, 01:15 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,625
Posted By RobRyan
Not a fan of your black tanks. Anyway is the...

Not a fan of your black tanks. Anyway is the "grass greener on the other side" . In a word yes. European manufacturers so far have purchased US and Canadian operations, Class B and Class B+ I would...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-23-2023, 09:05 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,625
Posted By RobRyan
As well I think European manufacturers have to...

As well I think European manufacturers have to have their modified Class B's and especially Class C's crash tested. Overall Motorhome results were not good, early days in making them safer...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-22-2023, 08:26 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,625
Posted By RobRyan
Yes we have had the same discussions in...

Yes we have had the same discussions in Australia. Most prefer cassettes here
As far as instant hot water heaters, that goes back to the 1980's here being used in many Offices.
Last count I...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-16-2023, 07:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,277
Posted By RobRyan
A Frontline Toyota HiAce conversion. Small Class...

A Frontline Toyota HiAce conversion. Small Class B. From one extreme to the other a Coach Conversion middle photo. Frontline Class B top and bottom ohotos
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-16-2023, 06:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,277
Posted By RobRyan
Well it is not really like that situations can...

Well it is not really like that situations can be distorted going by a few replies on a forum.
Pickup ownership in Australia is higher per capita rhan the US or Canada, these are mainly 3 Litre...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-10-2023, 08:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,277
Posted By RobRyan
Yes the Promaster would be at its maxiumum...

Yes the Promaster would be at its maxiumum capacity as a Class B and has a very poor tow rating. Ducato is a diesel, that does not have a brilliant tow rating but can haul a 26ft Motorhome towing a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-10-2023, 12:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,277
Posted By RobRyan
These are the smaller Class B's: VW Transporter...

These are the smaller Class B's: VW Transporter next a Toyota Hiace
Now difference between the Ducato and Promaster, really quite considerable. Here a Ducato Class C motorhome 26ft long towing a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-06-2023, 09:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,277
Posted By RobRyan
A 4x4 VW Crafter Class B and Renault Class B

A 4x4 VW Crafter Class B and Renault Class B
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-06-2023, 08:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,277
Posted By RobRyan
This is from Trakka their 4x4 Sprinter

This is from Trakka their 4x4 Sprinter
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-06-2023, 08:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,277
Posted By RobRyan
I think the inclusion of Van chassis you do not...

I think the inclusion of Van chassis you do not get in the US would drive Class B acceptance a lot more in the US
Forget about small Bus " Coasters" they are RHD and Diesel direct from Japan
Ford ...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-06-2023, 02:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,277
Posted By RobRyan
Simiar to US pricing, but seeing a lot of...

Simiar to US pricing, but seeing a lot of competition prices would be lower
Anyway here is the exterior of a " Coaster"
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-05-2023, 09:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,277
Posted By RobRyan
Australian Class B's booming

I thought members would be interested in the very dynamic Australian motorhomes scene.
I have counted roughly 30 Motorhome manufacturers ranging from Class B's to SuperC and 45ft Coach Conversions...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-22-2022, 08:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 818
Posted By RobRyan
That is true. This Crafter is not based on the...

That is true. This Crafter is not based on the Sprinter, they are all Diesel. Interesting that the non US owned " Jayco" is doing the conversions for VW in Australia Crafter is as big as the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-22-2022, 05:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 818
Posted By RobRyan
Some photos

Some photos
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-22-2022, 05:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 818
Posted By RobRyan
Vw Australia selling Class B built by Jayco

VW Australia is selling from the Showroom floor. Class B'sbuilt in the Jayco Factory in Victoria Australia
Here is a link. They are called Crafter Kampervans...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-11-2021, 07:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,983
Posted By RobRyan
In Australia absolutely no problems with Diesel...

In Australia absolutely no problems with Diesel Class B's
Also petrol " gas" engines are not used.
Ford Transit a relatively poor seller, most use other platforms for a Class B, including the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-31-2021, 09:39 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,210
Posted By RobRyan
There are no Promasters in Italy. They use the...

There are no Promasters in Italy. They use the Ducato that has a diesel, no gas engine. So the US Promaster will be the base.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 05-30-2021, 08:49 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 22,848
Posted By RobRyan
Very common with Australian Class B's as well....

Very common with Australian Class B's as well. Who wants to keep remaking a bed in a small area?
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