Car transporter turbulence

ihatew0rk
ihatew0rk Forum Participant Posts: 84
edited July 2017 in Caravan & Motorhome Chat #1

This might sound odd but on a recent trip to the Dordogne and back all was fine except when coming up behind car transporters. I found the caravan would start to sway quite badly,  noticeable even to passenger. Never happens at any other time. Mentioned it to my brother and he gets the same problem. 

Anybody else experienced the same problem? 

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  • cyberyacht
    cyberyacht Forum Participant Posts: 10,218
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    edited July 2017 #2

    Yes. Airflow from them always seem to be more turbulent than other vehicles. They seem to sway around more too. I always try and get in front of them if possible.

  • obbernockle
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    edited July 2017 #3

    This phenomena has been widely known and discussed on forums for years. Whenever I see one I try to minimise the risk by keeping my distance. I don't need to pass them very often because they usually belt along at the limit on the motorways.

  • Shuttleworths
    Shuttleworths Forum Participant Posts: 69
    edited July 2017 #4

    Yes, definitely noticed it, but at least you know what to expect!

  • Wherenext
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    edited July 2017 #5

    Also get the same problem with logging lorries. A lot of them in the South West of France from Bordeaux down to Spain.

  • EmilysDad
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    edited July 2017 #6

    Never had a hint of sway either when passing or being passed innocent

  • obbernockle
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    edited July 2017 #7

    What outfit are you driving / towing?

  • allanandjean
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    edited July 2017 #8

    Had this problem a few times but worst with older van I am assuming due to the suspension-or lack of.

    My wife only commented recently how much better vans seem nowadays as she recalled a fraught trip up the A34 and countless transporters.

  • EmilysDad
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    edited July 2017 #9

    Mercedes R320 towing a Coachman Laser 620/4 (twin axle) but previously towed a Lunar Delta with an Omega 3.0 V6

  • Rocky 2 buckets
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    edited July 2017 #10

    I used to tow at those low speeds too, it was great for lack of sway but the journey took too long Molls. If it works for you-great schemelaughinglaughing

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  • EmilysDad
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    edited July 2017 #12

    Who said anything about speeds? I used to tow the Lunar at 60/65 with both the Omega & R Class though I do tend to tow the heavier Coachman at more like 55/60

  • papgeno
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    edited July 2017 #13

    In my experience you get a similar phenomenon from tanker lorries. 

  • Rocky 2 buckets
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    edited July 2017 #14

    Who said anything about serious?laughing

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