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Posted By Tyesmead

That’s an F350 7 litre twin turbo with 550BHP and...

That’s an F350 7 litre twin turbo with 550BHP and remapped to 1200lbs ft torque. It’s a beast. Will wheel spin at 60mph. Left hand drive. There for sale at a price.

Forum: Palomino

11-10-2017, 01:39 PM

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Posted By Tyesmead

156159 This is our UK Swift Challenger 620SE...

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This is our UK Swift Challenger 620SE Caravan. Overall 40’ with our tow VW Caravelle long wheelbase.
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She’s finally been delivered!
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43 1/2’ long, very pleased so far, I’ve...

Forum: Palomino

11-04-2017, 12:50 PM

Replies: 4

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Posted By Tyesmead

She’s finally arrived!155735155736155737

She’s finally arrived!155735155736155737

Forum: Forest River Lifestyle

11-04-2017, 12:31 PM

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UK 5th Wheeler

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Posted By Tyesmead

UK 5th Wheeler

Hi All, well the day has finally come and our New Columbus 377MB has arrived here in rainy old England. It arrived in the docks at Southampton last Monday 30th. We have a few small jobs to do, fit UK...

09-17-2017, 01:07 PM

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Posted By Tyesmead

There are a growing number of sites taking 5th...

There are a growing number of sites taking 5th wheels. Most can accommodate up to 30' ours is 42.5' long so she's a big one. Fewer sites but enough choice for us as a seasonal pitch. We just want to...

09-17-2017, 10:54 AM

Replies: 23

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Posted By Tyesmead

Not sure if you can view this link? ...

Not sure if you can view this link?

https://www.uk5thwheels.co.uk

09-17-2017, 10:52 AM

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Posted By Tyesmead

The 5th wheel costs £58,950. Including shipping...

The 5th wheel costs £58,950. Including shipping which at today's currency conversion is approx $80,000.

Ours has surround sound, subwoofer package and 55 or 60" TV.

We've found a lovely site...

09-17-2017, 10:32 AM

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Posted By Tyesmead

Ours has a magnetic holder so no clips and slam...

Ours has a magnetic holder so no clips and slam shut catches. I agree, if you don't know the answer, it's not a stupid question.

09-17-2017, 05:37 AM

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Posted By Tyesmead

We are new to 5th wheels and in the UK so every...

We are new to 5th wheels and in the UK so every question is going to be stupid. Haha...our Columbus 377MB went onto the production line yesterday so we're looking forward to the shipping date. Should...

Forum: Useful Links

09-17-2017, 05:09 AM

Replies: 39

Forest River - Seriously?!

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Posted By Tyesmead

It's a pretty sad state of affairs that Forest...

It's a pretty sad state of affairs that Forest River could have access to a whole wealth of information that these forums contain and they don't utilise it for the manufacture, customer service...

Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion

09-17-2017, 04:49 AM

Replies: 19

What Accessories should I buy for my 5th wheel?

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Posted By Tyesmead

There is a coat closet built in and lots of...

There is a coat closet built in and lots of storage in the bathroom already. I'm not a fan of having things on show. I'm sure if we need a hook the strips would be a good idea though. We've used them...

Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion

09-17-2017, 04:45 AM

Replies: 19

What Accessories should I buy for my 5th wheel?

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Posted By Tyesmead

My dealer is installing one in the price together...

My dealer is installing one in the price together with UK spec 240v sockets and electrical system. So we can run both U.S and U.K electrical equipment.

Forum: Palomino

09-15-2017, 09:55 AM

Replies: 4

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Posted By Tyesmead

Columbus 377MB

Our brand new 2018 Columbus 377MB is now on the production line! I wish I could see it being built! Looking forward to the delivery mid November. 151489

Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion

09-05-2017, 03:38 AM

Replies: 19

What Accessories should I buy for my 5th wheel?

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Posted By Tyesmead

Thanks Frank. All good advice. 150659 I've found...

Thanks Frank. All good advice. 150659 I've found this waste pipe support, looks a good idea. The dealer will demonstrate all the maintenance items, flushing tanks in order which is common sense,...

09-05-2017, 02:59 AM

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Ok who else is guilty of this ?

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Posted By Tyesmead

Perhaps you should have gone 3500 early? Haha...

Perhaps you should have gone 3500 early? Haha...

Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion

09-05-2017, 02:55 AM

Replies: 19

What Accessories should I buy for my 5th wheel?

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Posted By Tyesmead

Sorry for any confusion, I've bought the tote as...

Sorry for any confusion, I've bought the tote as there will be some seasons we are more mobile but generally we will have a seasonal site. Also if we had an issue with drainage I felt the tote would...

Forum: Palomino

09-05-2017, 02:50 AM

Replies: 18

Views: 2,850

Posted By Tyesmead

Our dealer is CCRV in the UK. The Columbus 377MB...

Our dealer is CCRV in the UK. The Columbus 377MB comes really well spec'd up as standard imo. The only options were the:
1. canvas roller covers over the slide outs which are noisy when they flap in...

Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion

09-05-2017, 02:33 AM

Replies: 19

What Accessories should I buy for my 5th wheel?

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Posted By Tyesmead

What Accessories should I buy for my 5th wheel?

Calling all experienced 5th Wheel dwellers!!! November will see our new 2018 Columbus 377MB by Palomino delivered! So excited! I've been watching all sorts of You Tube videos and scouring various...

Forum: Palomino

09-05-2017, 02:22 AM

Replies: 18

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Posted By Tyesmead

Good to hear. We expect a few niggles but the...

Good to hear. We expect a few niggles but the dealer here seems very good. Looking forward to getting ours and really cannot wait for the end of November. We will have it at home until March next...

Forum: Palomino

09-05-2017, 02:20 AM

Replies: 18

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Posted By Tyesmead

Thanks for the positive feedback. That's good...

Thanks for the positive feedback. That's good news. We've recently found a lovely site and we are right on a lovely fishing lake just 2 miles from Sandy Beaches and a large seaside resort for 2018....