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THINGS WITH WHEELS are, of course, designed to move, but low-season weather, high-season crowds, pandemics and more can result in your caravan becoming something of a garden ornament.

Idleness causes things to deteriorate, rather than wear out, but being aware of the potential problems and carrying out some preventive maintenance will help to avoid difficulties later on.

With a few simple potions and tools, you can give yourself a great chance of ensuring the first trip out this season is memorable for all the right reasons.

We are taking for granted that your van has been serviced in recent

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