External storage

DavidandSamcaravan
DavidandSamcaravan Forum Participant Posts: 12
edited July 2016 in Motorhomes #1

We have seen in the CC classifieds section a MH that may fit our requirements (approx 6m, front lounge, bike carriers etc) but where it seems to fail is storage space for thngs like chairs/tables/cycle bags or even a BBQ. Now I accept that compromises will
have to be made but if we are to tour for months at a time, lounging type chairs are a necessity.

Can external lockers be added, either on the roof or below the bikes to accommodate our bits and pieces so that we are glad all over - apologies to Dave Clark Five fans (if they still exist!)

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  • huskydog
    huskydog Club Member Posts: 5,464
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    edited July 2016 #2

    have a look at the Armitage trailors website..........

  • DavidandSamcaravan
    DavidandSamcaravan Forum Participant Posts: 12
    edited July 2016 #3

    Unfortunately I believe a trailer would restrict the ease of travellling  and sightseeing en route. Reversing a litle trailer is very difficult when you cannot even see it. If we went down that route it might be better just buying a caravan

  • huskydog
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    edited July 2016 #4

    Sorry ment to say they do lots of other options ,bike rack you can put a storage box on etc.........

    go on have a lookCool

  • DavidandSamcaravan
    DavidandSamcaravan Forum Participant Posts: 12
    edited July 2016 #5

    Thank you  HD, I will have a look!

  • Tinwheeler
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    edited July 2016 #6

    We have seen in the CC classifieds section a MH that may fit our requirements (approx 6m, front lounge, bike carriers etc) but where it seems to fail is storage space for thngs like chairs/tables/cycle bags or even a BBQ. Now I accept that compromises will
    have to be made but if we are to tour for months at a time, lounging type chairs are a necessity.

    Can external lockers be added, either on the roof or below the bikes to accommodate our bits and pieces so that we are glad all over - apologies to Dave Clark Five fans (if they still exist!)

    Simple - just buy a bigger MH. Problem solved. 

    More a case of swapping around - thoughts, that is. Happy

  • huskydog
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    edited July 2016 #7

    There is also a big differance between what you think you will need and what you really need........a lot lessCool.

  • DavidandSamcaravan
    DavidandSamcaravan Forum Participant Posts: 12
    edited July 2016 #8

    I don't think making do with one lounger and one cycle helmet is a good idea Happy

  • DavidandSamcaravan
    DavidandSamcaravan Forum Participant Posts: 12
    edited July 2016 #9

    Unless you go for a fixed bed, with under bed storage, is there ever room for decent loungers in a MH?

  • QFour
    QFour Forum Participant Posts: 442
    edited July 2016 #10

    You are asking an auful lot of a 6m Motorhome. Ours is 7.3m and we have everything we need in it. If you want to carry lots of STUFF then you need something with a garage at the back. Ours hold 2 electric bikes , Recliners, Windbreak, Watering Cans and electric
    cables. Weighed it the other day. Full tank of fuel, Two gas Bottles, 100Lt of water , bikes etc and me. Just under 4000Kg. So the more you carry the heavier it gets. Some are only rated at 3500kg, Go over that and you are certainly in trouble if you get pulled
    over by the Police.

  • huskydog
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    edited July 2016 #11

    are you saying you wear a cycle helmet laying on the loungerCool

    But no, your right ,you need enough bits and pieces to make your stay comfortable

     i have just changed to a M/H and still founding out how and where to store thingsSmile

  • Tinwheeler
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    edited July 2016 #12

    D&S, or whoever, will definitely need more than 6m to fit all that in. Laughing

  • peegeenine
    peegeenine Forum Participant Posts: 548
    edited July 2016 #13

    There is or was a company that would fit a drawer into the side of motorhome side skirts. The name was Beeny Box and they where based in Redruth. I had one fitted and was very pleased with the result, but that was way back in 1997.

  • huskydog
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    edited July 2016 #14

    Another option ,have a look at this site .....www.savaspace.co.uk

  • Tinwheeler
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    edited July 2016 #15

    http://www.savaspace.co.uk/

    The trouble with adding external storage boxes is that, rear mounted, they increase shipping length and all of them use payload. 

    It's Pie in the sky to try to fit a quart into a pint pot.

  • huskydog
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    edited July 2016 #16

    just offering help Cool

  • brue
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    edited July 2016 #17

    You can get storage adaptions done, at a price, also boxes can be added to some bike carriers. The alternative is to go for fold up chairs and loungers etc which will fit into narrow storage bags. We've done this with our 5.9 motorhome, we do have a reasonable
    sized external locker which helps.

  • Fysherman
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    edited July 2016 #18

    Check out a company called "Beeney Box".

    They put a large "drawer" into my MH a while back. I think they are still in business but not 100% sure.

    OopsEmbarassed Just seen it was mentioned earlier. My bad.

  • Tinwheeler
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    edited July 2016 #19

    just offering help Cool

    I know, Husky. It's the OP who's high on pie.

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  • Stevesie
    Stevesie Forum Participant Posts: 73
    edited July 2016 #22

    I can vouch for the Chausson 610 mentioned by BB. 6.5m, very comfortable electric drop down bed, will easily seat 6 around the table, fabulous "bathroom" with full size shower tray and very nicely appointed in the Welcome spec.  Most importantly for you,
    it has an enormous garage, with access from both side and rear.  We took delivery of our in spring and are very pleased with it.  A lot of MH for the money.

  • peedee
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    edited July 2016 #23

    What about a top box? I used to fit a Lafuma lounger in mine.

    Peedee

  • DavidandSamcaravan
    DavidandSamcaravan Forum Participant Posts: 12
    edited July 2016 #24

    I can vouch for the Chausson 610 mentioned by BB. 6.5m, very comfortable electric drop down bed, will easily seat 6 around the table, fabulous "bathroom" with full size shower tray and very nicely appointed in the Welcome spec.  Most importantly for you,
    it has an enormous garage, with access from both side and rear.  We took delivery of our in spring and are very pleased with it.  A lot of MH for the money.

    Steve, I have just watched the Practical Motorhome review on Youtube and it does look very impressive. but ( there  is always a but) the reviewer said the front seats do not swivel around, is this correct?. I am not a great fan of the euro lounge and if
    you cannot use the driving seats that does seem a major flaw

  • DavidandSamcaravan
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    edited July 2016 #25

    What about a top box? I used to fit a Lafuma lounger in mine.

    Peedee

    Peedee, .. I did think of a top box  but not sure if the overall height would then be under 3m ( for tolls) and also how easy it would be to use. I presume you would always need to remove the bikes before accessing it.

  • huskydog
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    edited July 2016 #26

    I can vouch for the Chausson 610 mentioned by BB. 6.5m, very comfortable electric drop down bed, will easily seat 6 around the table, fabulous "bathroom" with full size shower tray and very nicely appointed in the Welcome spec.  Most importantly for you,
    it has an enormous garage, with access from both side and rear.  We took delivery of our in spring and are very pleased with it.  A lot of MH for the money.

    Steve, I have just watched the Practical Motorhome review on Youtube and it does look very impressive. but ( there  is always a but) the reviewer said the front seats do not swivel around, is this correct?. I am not a great fan of the euro lounge and if
    you cannot use the driving seats that does seem a major flaw

    Acording to the review ,the driving seats do swivel ........

  • DavidandSamcaravan
    DavidandSamcaravan Forum Participant Posts: 12
    edited July 2016 #27

    Which review?

    This one doesn't -http://www.practicalmotorhome.com/reviews/motorhome/31868-chausson-flash-610

     

  • huskydog
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    edited July 2016 #28

    Practical MotorHome review ,scroll down to the text and it says in the section about the seating ..... 

  • DavidandSamcaravan
    DavidandSamcaravan Forum Participant Posts: 12
    edited July 2016 #29

    Well spotted H.D

    The video says the opposite so I wonder which is correct?

  • JVB66
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    edited July 2016 #30

    Which review?

    This one doesn't -http://www.practicalmotorhome.com/reviews/motorhome/31868-chausson-flash-610

     

    ..Have you started early holidays now? now that may is in 

  • DavidandSamcaravan
    DavidandSamcaravan Forum Participant Posts: 12
    edited July 2016 #31

    Laughing

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