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Re: Spanish Adventure. Van required. Cheap.
[Re: Jim_Clennell]
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I thought about a roof rack, Joe (was watching the one you linked to), but there are 2 problems: 1 - as it's a high-roof we need extended brackets to fit it and I couldn't find these easily or cheaply and 2 - the dramatic effect it will have on the fuel economy! I have a Halfords tow-bar fitting bike carrier loaned from a friend, but sadly, they left the plate bolted to the tow bar of the last vehicle they used it on and sold it! Don't know if I can find the part or maybe get it fabricated.
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Re: Spanish Adventure. Van required. Cheap.
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08/02/2014 12:49
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Is it worth asking Halfords if their wonderful customer services extends to supplying spares for the stuff they sell Jim?
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Re: Spanish Adventure. Van required. Cheap.
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Jim, do you really need one? 4 bikes, handlebars loosened and prepared for transporting will not take up that much room within the vehicle itself. Bike shops should be happy to give you spare boxes if you want to keep them neatly contained/protected during the journey.
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Re: Spanish Adventure. Van required. Cheap.
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Ours used to get hot within 10 minutes of driving even in winter. As said above check out the hose temps first to see if the stat is working although running cool may be a bonus once you get to spain! All good points!
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