Livigno in a motorhome

Author: Motorhome Voyager

  • How much gas will I use? How much will gas cost?

    How much gas will I use? How much will gas cost?

    A question I am often asked is “how much gas will I use?”. In all honesty, I can’t answer the question as it is a case of a cylinder runs out, it gets replaced. However, we do not keep a log of the number of cylinders that we “swap”. Calor cylinders are sold by weight…

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  • UFS 740 receiver – changes to the TV set up

    UFS 740 receiver – changes to the TV set up

    The Kathrein CAP 900 satellite dish and it’s UFS 740 receiver were both removed from the previous motorhome. The pair were duly installed onto the present motorhome. One problem however with a roof mounted satellite dish relates to the weather. During periods of high winds, I generally lower the satellite dish. Consequently, this results in a loss…

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  • Alde load monitor – avoid “tripping”

    Alde load monitor – avoid “tripping”

    The new Swift Kontiki came with the ALDE 3010 heating system as standard. The 3010 boiler will operate on gas or electric settings. This model of the Alde boiler is the three kilowatt (electric) “Scandia” version. The boiler may be operated at a 1kw, 2kw or 3kw setting. When using electric heating systems, note the limited power supply…

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  • 2013 Swift Kontiki – the newcomer!

    2013 Swift Kontiki – the newcomer!

    The collection date had finally arrived. After humping loads of belongings and bits and pieces from one motorhome to the other, it was time to hit the road with the 2013 Swift Kontiki. I will write a full review after a few trips away. First glances will show a new style exterior door, new style…

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