CAMPERVAN REPAIRS
August 1, 2026
Campervan or Motorhome Mains Hook-Up Not Working? Common Causes
If the mains hook-up in your campervan or motorhome is not working, the fault could be outside the vehicle at the campsite…
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CAMPERVAN REPAIRS
July 31, 2026
Campervan or Motorhome Solar Panel Not Charging the Battery?
If your campervan or motorhome solar panel is not charging the leisure battery, the problem may be caused by poor light, shading…
CAMPERVAN REPAIRS
July 31, 2026
Campervan or Motorhome 12V Electrics Not Working? Common Causes
If the 12V electrics in your campervan or motorhome have stopped working, the fault may be as simple as a switched-off battery…
CAMPERVAN REPAIRS
July 28, 2026
How Much Diesel and Electricity Does a Campervan Heater Use?
A typical 2kW campervan diesel heater uses approximately 0.10 to 0.27 litres of diesel per hour, depending on the heater model and…
CAMPERVAN REPAIRS
July 28, 2026
Can You Safely Run a Diesel Heater Overnight in a Campervan or Motorhome?
A correctly installed diesel air heater that is designed for campervan or motorhome use can generally be operated overnight, provided it is…
CAMPERVAN REPAIRS
July 28, 2026
Why Is My Campervan or Motorhome Diesel Heater Smoking?
A small amount of smoke during the first startup of a newly installed diesel heater can sometimes be normal. Persistent white or…
CAMPERVAN REPAIRS
July 27, 2026
Why Won’t My Campervan or Motorhome Diesel Heater Start?
If your campervan or motorhome diesel heater will not start, the problem could be as simple as a low leisure battery or…
CAMPERVAN CONVERSION
July 27, 2026
Webasto vs Eberspächer vs AUTOTERM: Which Diesel Heater Is Best for a Campervan?
Webasto, Eberspächer and AUTOTERM all manufacture established diesel air heaters suitable for campervans, motorhomes and commercial vehicles. The best choice is not…
CAMPERVAN CONVERSION
July 27, 2026
How Much Does a Campervan Diesel Heater Cost to Install?
A professionally installed campervan diesel heater can cost anywhere from approximately £600 for a straightforward installation using a suitable lower-cost heater to…
CAMPERVAN CONVERSION
July 27, 2026
2kW vs 4kW Diesel Heater: Which Size Does Your Campervan Need?
General starting point: A 2kW heater is normally appropriate for VW Transporter T5, T6 & T7, Transit Custom and similar-sized insulated vans.…
CAMPERVAN REPAIRS
July 27, 2026
Why Does My Campervan Water Pump Keep Running?
A campervan water pump should normally run when a tap is opened and switch off shortly after the tap is closed. If…
CAMPERVAN REPAIRS
July 25, 2026
Why Is My Campervan Leisure Battery Not Charging?
A leisure battery that is not charging properly can quickly make a campervan difficult to use. Lights may dim, the water pump…
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