South Australian Viscount Aerolite 1985 era

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Had picked this 16ft van up in January 2014 and have completed a refurb floor walls what experiences have you had share with us so we can learn and understand about this style of caravan from towing to renovating,  I have been told that they are to be packed to the front and something as small as a couple of towels to rear on bed could cause the van to sway

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[ForumMod]

G'day pudandpixie, and welcome to the forum!

This forum caters primarily for caravans built in the 1970s, so we probably won't be able to help you much with a 1985 Aerolite. Having said that, we do have a couple of other members who have come on here with an Aerolite, and if they are still around they may be able to help you with some information. In the meantime, you might like to have a read of a few threads on the forum that relate to the Aerolite model. Click on this search result and look down the list to see if anything is of interest. My very limited knowledge and understanding of the Aerolite model is that there was a history of problems with the design of the chassis, and I seem to remember it getting a mention in one of those threads I've linked you to.

cheers,
Al.

[youngdazza]

Gday pudandpixie

Congrats on your purchase. I have a 17" Aerolite and haven't had any trouble with sway. I do put a fair but of weight in the rear however I do try to pack the heavier items in the front. But then again I always travel at 90km/h, even with newer vans.

Does your chassis have big round holes along the length of it? If so be aware that this type of chassis are prone to cracking near the axle if they are overweight. So if you are rebuilding the furniture do use lightweight materials similar to those that you pulled out.

Cheers