Yes, we had one fitted a purpleline, fitted by avan dealer. Gibb River Road, GCR, Strzelecki, Oodnadatta, Savannah Way (The dirt Bits) and lots more. My rear foam both sides has totally disintegrated and needs replacing. Avan allow an amount of additional weight (Carrying Load) for each individual unit manufactured above the initial manufactured Tare Weight of the unit. I'm currentlyusing a broom to assist the lift but this is very hit and miss, and not at all successful.Also, the head of the broom slipsagainstthe bottom sloping edge of the roof rather than lifting it efficiently; thentheroof starts to fold back down because I can't hold it up.So I start again., A lovely gentleman put the roof of my van up to demonstrate how easy it is (and it was for him), but I still can't do it. I just don'thave the upper body strength that seems to beneeded.. Drove to BorderVillage but no mechanic there or help, and at Eucla the mechanic was playing golf on a bush gold link somewhere (not the NullaborLinks) and was not expected back for some time. When I got to the border inspection they made me undo all the ropes and lift the roof a bit so they could inspect inside (bummer), the girl inspector crawled inside the partly open roof to check the fridge, at least I didn't have to lift the whole roof and only had to re-secure the ropes. So just replacing the factory springs could destroy your roof panels. Additional weight tax may apply for NSW registered vehicles. Wouldn't they be able to adapt it somehow ?. ? Do you have a Pic. WebI have not picked up my Avan Cruisliner at Nowra yet because we have had so much rain. Recieved bunk ladder from factory with an appaling message on the package (and also a part missing from the ladder) Steer clear of this company, i wish we did. The van is 2.4 years old, not many problems previously, but this time the bumper bar broke from the tack welding, which is only about an inch long on all four spots and will not tolerate-too much jarring, it was a shock to us, could have been serious if it had released entirely from the van totally re traffic following. Hi Sam-thanks for getting back on my query. You'll find lots of good info and help there. I get around 11L/100km with my 07 XT man towing my camper trailer but it is only 450kg fully loaded and sits lower than the A-Vans with less wind resistance. I took it on dirt and corrigated roads, SLOWLY. Any answers ? Help?Cliff. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. The bumper bar on certain Avans is dangerous. Hi Mike and thanks for the info re type of foam. Manager extremely rude, would not answer phone calls or emails. I see on that site a pic of the American version of the AustralianA'lite I used to have, some differences., Cheers, Gerty. The worst comments nearly everyone made was their 'so called after sales service (or lack of)..very worrying if considering buying newstill researching.Gwynnie from matildatraveller in Queensland, Your answer islooking you straight in the face, can it be any simper? Hi - just wondered if there was anybody else there who is towing an Avan folding camper with a Forester. Holden 2.8 Colorado- Roma Elegance 17'6" Pop Top. I contacted Avan and was told that the foam is 3/4 x3/4 h/densitymaybe thats so for the front, but the rear foam is less & measuresmore around 15mm tops! After numerous personal contacts the flyscreen has still not been replaced. If they can do this, wouldn't that be similar to what would be needed for the "A" Van ? Have checked outside the van for leaks, but no problems. Like Marj., I have a Hi-Ace Campervan. Mine has a Solar Panel on the roof. I still have not got mine done yet, but am definitely going to when I can. Just press a button then, and it's up in seconds. There is one in each corner. Hi Bruce think about joining the Facebook group Avan Motorhomes. - Thomas Szasz, Hi MT, I had a 'Sportliner' for 3 years. Age is an attitudeNOT a condition. I might Cruiser's new sleek designs are a breeze to tow, giving you greater fuel economy. This is how mine is held down. There are either 4 or 6 of these. I may not have done the 2 middle ones up last time. You'll see what I mean when I come down Marj. ProductReview.com.au has affiliate partnerships. Hope this is of use. The roof panels of this unit were reconstructed with heavier material due to the replaced 4 huge original springs destroying the original roof panels. Then gas springs were installed sideways that blew out the ends--not a good design. We have an Avan "Cruiser" which is identical to the "Cruiseliner" but does not have the front boot and have owned this camper for about 5 years. It has the raised suspension which I think basically just raised the ground clearance of the van and has a slightly heavier chassis. Whether youre hiking, car camping, or caravanning, youll need supplies for your getaway. The solution might be as simple as that :), DOUG Chief One Feather (Losing feathers with age), TUG.2014 Holden LT Colorado Twin Cab Ute with Canopy, DEN. 2014 "Chief" Arrow CV (with some changes). ALKO IRS standard axle. The numbers from AVAN vary. I will check tonight when it is dark in case I'm measuring a small charging current as opposed to a draining current.Most of the current was on the light weight pair. Mitsubishi Outlander and rear end tent. Chief One Feather (Losing feathers with age), http://www.avanclubaust.org.au/501/Contact_Us/, http://www.avan.com.au/products_cruiser.html, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TO1zqeizxHM. There also seems to be an increasing Police/Road Authority interest in the overloading area. I am currently looking at buying a secondhand Avan Camper trailer (Aliner, Cruiser, Cruisliner), and am after the good oil on what to look for. The reason I went for an off roader was because it is tougher than an on road model and I know it will not let me down on the roads like the Gibb River Road, again provided I drive sensibly, but when it comes to extreme stuff, I leave it parked safely in a CP and camp in my 4x4. The team Anthony, Steve and Rob could not have done more to help us with our purchase and gave us a good deal. Nissan Xtrail and despite having a heavy duty towbar the sticker inside the door says Automatic 1300kg towing. Promises broken, lied to and delivered a brake defective dangerous vehicle. Annex and ground cover, electric brakes, new diesel heating with remote control, driving and reverse camera, lots of storage, microwave, 3 A'van Cruiseliner 2011 - Model 5 2022-12-03 $31,000 A'van Cruiseliner 2019 - Model 3C 2022-12-01 $38,500 A'van Cruiseliner Adventure Plus 2017 - Model 1D On the back of my AlinerI had a large (long) wind out window, when visiting the cliff tops on the Nullabor, there was a howling northerly wind blowing out to sea. We drove in ok and parked sideways in the parking lot near the cliffs. As we were walking back to the van SWMBO said she thought the rear window was lifting. I had tighly closed with the chain and the window levers were down inside (I also had something on them to stop them fromvibrating up when down- Velcro I think). When we did ours, the tare weight was not correct and had eaten well into the ATM (supposedly our 300kg ). Especially important are what weight your car can tow and what weight it can accept on the towball. Yes - it seems like a reasonable number. Was offered a refund or to wait 12 months for a new one. Should this be OK? However some say they are not meant for 'off road' driving. I have placed the instructions I put together (that also includes those of the founder of the concept) with very detailed procedures and lots of photos for those who want to see instead of just read words on how to do it. I added these instructions on several each Yahoo and Facebook A-Frame groups in the US. In case you can't find it anywhere you are free to join the open yahoo group I put together to post this file at: https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/A-FrameTeam/info, Here is a link to the grand roof raising ceremony to the most recent US older A-Frame trailer that had these installed a week ago: ttps://youtu.be/izTm3Y7bzqI. Ltd. All Rights Reserved. The retailer keeps referring back to A-van.It is not integral. Web2022 Avan Cruiseliner 1D. It has an on/off switch. A van Aliner 2018 Model Brand New Camper Trailers. they are only about $6 each. We bought a new Aliner last year and have been documenting all the mods that we've done to it, to give inspiration to other Aliner owners. My vehicle and I will be put through some rather intense demonstrations of 'off road' driving. I push the pop-top of our caravan up internally, and wouldnt want anything heavier than that its a straight push up though. 2023 ProductReview.com.au Pty. There are a couple on the forum and they might see your question and reply., DOUG Chief One Feather (Losing feathers with age), TUG.2014 Holden LT Colorado Twin Cab Ute with Canopy, DEN. 2014 "Chief" Arrow CV (with some changes). Driving me crazy! You need to read all the facts about weight before buying the new vehicle. Get the "Closed Cell" type seal From Clarkes. Like owning a 4x4 (I am in a 4x4 club) 98% of my time is driving in 2 wheel drive on bitumen. it is advisable to discuss with your Avan representative. This is a public forum presenting user opinions on selected products and businesses, and as such the views expressed do not reflect the opinion of ProductReview.com.au. We have a 2016 Cruiseliner and laying in bed at night we can hear water dripping. I just use a Bilge Blower Fan drawing in outside air through a dust filter. What a joke. Web2005 Avan Cruiseliner, excellent condition (all books and receipts), 3 berth, stored under cover. Vic - Mitsubishi Outlander and rear end tent. G'day Duh, thank you for your post and comments; along with fellow posters I have been able to source the tape for the job.now comes the messy bit of cleaning old adhesive and fiddly access but a pretty cheap outcome at around $40.00 for all items including acetone, scraper. I had an A'liner (2B floor plan) for 7 years and the times with that were the most enjoyable in our camping experience. The Cruise and Cruiseliner now come in optional titanium finish with black checkerplate protection for your camper. There are similar winch type systems that people have made. We have just picked up a 2012 Avan Cruiseliner and towed it from Bundaberg to Kingaroy with our auto 2011 Forester X to camp for the night and then back home to the Sunshine coast. Super Strength Smooth Panel Construction INTERIOR FEAT Tow Away $37,390 Enquire More Info ASPIRE 402 Composite Aluminium One-Piece Panels Hot Dipped Galvanized Chassis Gas Electric Hot Water Gas Cooktop 12v Range Hood 3 I have a full on off road van from Goldstream RV but that doesn't mean I would even consider taking it on some of the tracks I've been on. Look up the Avan club website and contact them. Hope it's a simple fix :), Manual on how to use heater in avan cruiseliner. $44,910. You can buy airbags that will lift the roof at the touch of a buttoncosts about $745 and was featured in the last Avan Club magazine.See the link belowlast page.Good Luck.EDIT club link removed - PM me if you want me to email you a copy of the advert. We went away overseas for a month leaving the mains power plugged in. There is no locking mechanism on the inside, just the winder. I was a member of the Club for 7 years, members can attend any Avan Club rally in any state and an Australian wide guide to rallies, dates, contacts etc is put in their regular newsletters. At $20 per annum membership and $10 joining fee, it is one of the cheapest clubs in Oz and well worth joining. Please note it is not for caravans, only Avanfolding type camper trailers. The club started like that before Avan started making caravans and members voted to keep it for the A shaped folding camper trailers. And yes they do have info for members on repairing etc once you have joined. We have sealed the hinge and put new rubber around to no avail.Dont know if we have used the correct seal so any help would be appreciated. Hi TandB, we also had a boot water problem with our 2004, but haven't see a drop in the boot for around 5 yrs after putting on a 'temporary' vinyl skirt. When you have your roof panels in the horizontal position and latched, run your finger along inside lower edge of aluminium edging, or bend down and look under and you will see a foam strip. This means less for you to worry about while you are on the road. Its attached under the aluminium strip above the boot hinge (bolted and silicone). It would flatten a battery in 227 days in theory. That upgrade might help. Keep away!! WHY. They have known about this issue for at least two years and yet continue to promote a van with air conditioning knowing full well it doesn't work in a Cruiseliner.A-van keep referring back to the retaile. My friend has an A-Van SportsLiner (the smallest 2 berth one that weighs about 700kg I think) and tows it with her 10 Forester XS auto and has been from one end of QLD to the other without much complaint other than the A-Van bounces around alot. The Cruiseliner (with the boot on the front) have a very heavy ball weight (100kg)so suggest you check to see if your vehicle is suitable for towing it and is able to cope with the ball weight or have devices to help with the download etc. We even asked another sales person to have him contact us again without response. . Despite numerous attempts at contact no effort to return calls and emails to had resulted. As I am a female solo traveler subject to the environment the canvas camper trailers (which would be ideal) are not an option for me. 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