Conqueror UEV 490

G'day Joe

We've had one for a couple of years now. Was actually No4 imported to Aus. As a result there were a few quality control issues that needed to be addressed, as the locals in RSA on the production line weren't the sharpest tools in the shed and didn't seem to have much of a care factor.

However, having said that you won't find a more helpful or dedicated crew than the boys at Conqueror Aus. They certainly go the extra mile and really can't do enough to ensure you're a happy customer.

The actual rig suits us to a tee and we're very happy with it. Have towed it up the Cape and will be doing the Kimberleys in June/July. A very tough and competent rig and I would be surprised if it didn't fulfil your requirements.

I have ongoing contact with the lads and the current models have, I believe, much better attention to detail and quality of finish. The basic unit remains more or less the same as ours, though with a few more bells and whistles (reflected in the price of course).

Issues ... with ours the awning over the kitchen area leaves much to be desired (we have sorted out a solution), however they currently run a different setup to address this. We had a few water leak issues (courtesy of RSA) which have been sorted. The fridge slide wasn't up to the job ... sorted. AM radio aerial not good ... sorted.

Pros .... Very quick setup for the 2 of us (probably 5 mins with a beer handy). That's for a quick overnight without any awnings etc. If there's more than 2 and you need to run out the front bed, I guess you'd need to put your beer down and add 5-10 mins.

Excellent suspension. Tows very well on and off the road.

We don't regret our purchase at all.

I bought the 490 Evolution about 12 months ago, to date I havent found the time for any serious trips but the short hops so far have confirmed it was a good choice.

I too experienced problems when delivered, Conqueror were quick to resolve all the issues but I still don't understand why pre-delivery quality checks fail to resolve them, and you can't blame RSA for the considerable work that is actually performed here, electronics etc.

It sure is a versatile unit and built tough.

I like the easy set up for an over nighter, the multiple sleeping configurations eg sleep 1 single, 2 singles, 1 double & 1 or 2 singles or 2 doubles. Plenty of storage.

Gidday Joe

I too have a Conqueror UEV490 and have been on the road with it full time for 2 years now.

I have travelled across/through/over the full gambit of tracks and roads that a good off-road camper should be capable of and have had no issues at all

The ease of use - setting up camp either for a quick overnight or a longer stay is so quick and easy - I must also point out that I travel alone

Like one of the previous posters my UEV is one of the earlier units imported to Oz and I have had a couple of changes made to it after seeing the newer units which have some of these features already installed

Additional work includes:

1) Insulated roof
2) Permanently plumbed up hot and cold water to slide out sink
3) Removed solid solar panel from roof and replaced with the full roof flexible solar panel
4) Installed water level sensor in water tank

I have really put the UEV to the test having travelled to Cape york, Kimberley, Flinders and traversed Oz twice in that time with a large portion of that travelling been on either corrugated roads or off-road tracks



As for after sales support you will have to go a long way to find a group of people more helpful than those at Conqueror HQ in Brisbane - all the guys (and gal) who work their are friendly, helpful and professional - they listen to you and do what they promise.



I am currently back at Wagga (NSW - my 'home base') to catch up with friends and have a few beers and dinners and to get vehicle serviced before hitting the road again

Probabaly head south and do the Great Ocean Road then depending on weather will head over to Ceduna and across the Nullarbor to W.A or if it is wet and cold head up to the Flinders.

As you can probably tell by my post I am totally impressed and competely happy with my Conqueror and have no hesitation in recommending it



Hope to see you on the road in your Conqueror soon :-)))

I've been watching this thread with interest. A 490 is on the long term wishlist if we replace the Trak Shak (currently 3 kids who are still happy to camp - just). Thanks everyone for your comprehensive responses!

A "personal" question - where do/would you stow a PortaPotti? We rarely take one but sometimes it's necessary. I've made a box that goes where three jerry cans fit outside the Trak Shak. An equally convenient spot doesn't appear to exist on the 490.

Thanks,

Adrian

Re: Porta Potti - I removed the steps from the shower side of the van and placed the throne there against the door (which I dont use), had a zippered canvas made to neaten it up. Never noticed any odours.

Also removed the spare basin from the side locker, there's an all up saving of 20-30kgs, made a box to fit the slide out and use this to store pots pans etc.

KA's mod above for the water hoses works fine, did this in my previous trailer never had kinks or issues.
Rgds ... Dave