Caravan Towing - Training

Submitted: Sunday, Dec 11, 2011 at 11:52

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Hi all

My sister is considering buying a caravan probably 'mid-size, pop top', however, as her husband is somewhat older than her (and she is 64), she wouldn't even consider the purchase unless she can get some professional training in towing one, as she knows she is going to be the driver.

Very sensible woman, my sister. She realizes that towing is different to just driving, so she wants to learn as much as she can, so she can feel confident towing ... and the all important reversing.

She is only planning blacktop and caravan parks, maybe a few bush or free camps, but not "off road" as such.

I have done a search here, white pages, yellow pages, but can find no listing or info. Does anyone know if there is a company or organization between Newcastle NSW and the central coast (say, Gosford NSW), that teaches these skills?

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers, Dave

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AnswerID: 472254 Submitted: Sunday, Dec 11, 2011 at 12:03

Notso replied:

Don't know if these are any good or not but have a look at their web site here Tow Ed

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AnswerID: 472257 Submitted: Sunday, Dec 11, 2011 at 12:33

Steven G1 replied:

Hi Bushwhackers,

Try googling "Towing Ed". They travel around different venues and have set dates.
Hope this helps.

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FollowupID: 747037 Submitted: Sunday, Dec 11, 2011 at 12:34

Steven G1 posted:

Oops just noticed above post. Cheers

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AnswerID: 472261 Submitted: Sunday, Dec 11, 2011 at 12:43

Member - Royce replied:

Isn't it amazing that just anyone CAN drive a vehicle with a caravan or larger trailer without training.

I did as a young fella and got into all sorts of trouble before I learned the skills. We have a ginormous Goosekneck horsefloat, and I often tow a tri axle trailer full of cattle or sheep. No quals needed! I personally do have endorsed licence but the point is ANYONE can get behind a wheel of a very difficult set up and drive off.

A worry. ... and good on your sister!

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FollowupID: 747044 Submitted: Sunday, Dec 11, 2011 at 13:57

Member - Old Girl posted:

So true Royce, i am fourtuate that i grew up with trucks so have had plenty of back seat drivers teaching me. I can drive a small truck have the licence. One day ill get around to doing a caravan towing course just to see if i am realy doing it right. There is a mob in toowoomba i believe.
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FollowupID: 747178 Submitted: Monday, Dec 12, 2011 at 20:56

Inflataduck posted:

So true Royce
I build boats & I am amassed at how many people buy a 7mtr 3.5ton craft on trailer & have never towed & I think its worse now as so many small vehicles have a large towing capacity working on the fact that the trailers brakes work, Trailer brakes have got better but the average boater does not travel or use it enough to keep them working

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AnswerID: 472274 Submitted: Sunday, Dec 11, 2011 at 15:18

Member - The Bushwhackers -NSW replied:

To Notso and all others,

I went to your Tow-Ed link, just the thing, I reckon.

They do courses at Tuggerah on the Central Coast NSW, which would suit her just fine.

Thanks to all for the assistance

Cheers, Dave

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