power movers 12v for moving the caravan

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nicko007

HI all dose anyone use or have ether a aussi wheel made buy traveller industries or a power wheel destibuted by acr caravans would like to know what there like to use and any problems with them as i am looking to buy one for the new 16ft offroad van and has to go into a very tricky spot i have a manual jockey wheel one i used to move the 5.5m boat with but i thought it was on the limit of it,s capacity my driveway all so has a slite slope but should be ok can anyone help with this ?.

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Reply By: Member - Seamusgerry - Sunday, Jun 14, 2009 at 13:05

Sunday, Jun 14, 2009 at 13:05

I have the Aussie wheel from Traveller Industries to move my 6.8 metre boat up the side of the house and into a shed. I purchased the 24 volt machine following a discussion and advice from the couple that sell them. Very pleased with it's ease of use and manoeuvrability. The only issue for me is that the battery box can't be located on the top of the unit so I have to lift it up onto the front of the boat. At the moment, I'm still strong enough to get it up there. When it becomes a problem, I can locate the battery box on the trailer. Call the guy who sells them in Gosnells WA and I'm confident you'll get the right advice, and then you can make an informed decision. The guy has a caravan himself that is about the same size that you have.

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Reply By: Sand Man (SA) - Sunday, Jun 14, 2009 at 17:56

Sunday, Jun 14, 2009 at 17:56

Nicko,

You may be interested in a lower cost solution than a 12 volt power drive.

Have a look at the Hitchdrive

I wish this product was around before I bought my Maco Mule dual wheel.
The Mule works, but it is a hassle to change from forward to reverse and is painfully slow to "pump" the lever while manoeuvring.

Bill.