michaelmorris Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 We are planning a 2/3week trip to France in our van and I’ve put together a list of extra things I think we’ll need to take. This list is of things to take because we are driving in a motorhome, not for us personally. I haven't included travel guides. • *Driving licences • *Proof of vehicle ownership (V5C form) • *Vehicle insurance certificate • *Headlamp beam deflectors • Spare set of bulbs • Breathalyzer kit • *Hazard warning triangle • *High-visibility waistcoats • *Emissions sticker • *GB sticker • French EHU adaptor • Reversed polarity adaptor • Polarity tested • Inform insurance company • Arrange European breakdown cover • Make ‘Curb on the right’ reminder sticker for windscreen Items marked * are (to the best of my knowledge) compulsory. Yes - I know the Breathalyzer is theoretically compulsory. Any suggestions or comments? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tourope Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 I think if you've got an EU type number plate which says GB on it then a sticker is not required. Can't think of anything else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duffer Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 I'm doing the same thing, and I've seen that some of the black water disposal points are just gratings you need to lift, so I'm including a pair of manhole keys (a fiver off ebay). I've also read that queues to take on or drop water can be long, so I'm including a second 25l plastic water container so that I don't have to queue or drive off pitch. (I already have one and another that takes grey.) Hope that helps, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duffer Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 Incidentally, Halfords have a couple of handy clear stickers that go on the windscreen. One reminds you to keep right and includes a drawing of entering a roundabout, the other shows speed conversions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malc d Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 michaelmorris - 2018-01-17 2:53 PM Any suggestions or comments? First aid kit. Spare pair of specs ( if you wear them for driving ). :-| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Bulgaria Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 You seem to have just about everything. Check that the European Breakdown Cover will transport a motorhome of your size and weight. Some policies have limits on vehicle size and weight. Gloves and disposable disinfectant wipes are useful for disinfecting water taps before filling up. Sometimes the one tap serves both fresh water and toilet cassette flushing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 Spare driving glasses, if applicable Emissions sticker not compulsory (as far as I'm aware) unless you plan to visit major cities I've never informed my MH insurance company, assuming you already have it extended for use in EU fully comp You may wish to inform your plastic money providers We normally take 100 euros with us to get us through the first few days then it's hole in the wall When purchasing goods or cash always choose to pay in euros Don't forget to add passports to your list, haha!!! Driving tip When stopped at a T junction, get into the habit of always looking LEFT first and then right (opposite to what you do in the UK). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracker Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 Digital multi meter (cheapie is good enough!), tools for miscelaneous unexpected repairing and odd jobbing, various tap to hose converters / connectors, various tapes, bits of foam, sticky pads and silicone spray for rattle and squeak curing, more than one hose of differing lengths for when the tap area is muddy or too far away, something to stand two wheels on if the area is too unlevel, pads to place under wheels on soft ground, tow rope, jump leads (use 'em yourself if engine battery dies), funnel, folding bucket, sponge and leather for van or window washing, enough gas or adapters if refillables, ...................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelmorris Posted January 17, 2018 Author Share Posted January 17, 2018 malc d - 2018-01-17 3:43 PM michaelmorris - 2018-01-17 2:53 PM Any suggestions or comments? First aid kit. Spare pair of specs ( if you wear them for driving ). :-| Already carry them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelmorris Posted January 17, 2018 Author Share Posted January 17, 2018 Robbo - 2018-01-17 4:13 PM I've never informed my MH insurance company, assuming you already have it extended for use in EU fully comp. I may well be wrong ( I frequently am), but I've always been under the impression that some policies require you to inform them before taking the vehicle abroad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelmorris Posted January 17, 2018 Author Share Posted January 17, 2018 Duffer - 2018-01-17 3:27 PM Incidentally, Halfords have a couple of handy clear stickers that go on the windscreen. One reminds you to keep right and includes a drawing of entering a roundabout, the other shows speed conversions. Thanks for the head up. Found them - http://www.halfords.com/motoring/travel-accessories/travel-equipment/speedright-safety-device Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Kirby Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 Health insurance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelmorris Posted January 17, 2018 Author Share Posted January 17, 2018 Brian Kirby - 2018-01-17 4:54 PM Health insurance? The list is only for items relating to the motorhome itself, not personal items. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cattwg Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 Apart from the official documents required my wife and I each carry a card with such information as: Who we are. Who to contact in case of emergency. The vehicle insurance policy number. With accompanying contact numbers. The health insurance policy number. With accompanying contact numbers. Passport numbers. Contact numbers in the case of lost/stolen credit/debit cards. The reasoning behind carrying these cards in our wallets? If the worst happens and your ‘van is stolen then all you have is what you are standing up in – all your documentation and contact numbers are gone! Cattwg :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelmorris Posted January 17, 2018 Author Share Posted January 17, 2018 Cattwg - 2018-01-17 5:08 PM Apart from the official documents required my wife and I each carry a card with such information as: Who we are. Who to contact in case of emergency. The vehicle insurance policy number. With accompanying contact numbers. The health insurance policy number. With accompanying contact numbers. Passport numbers. Contact numbers in the case of lost/stolen credit/debit cards. The reasoning behind carrying these cards in our wallets? If the worst happens and your ‘van is stolen then all you have is what you are standing up in – all your documentation and contact numbers are gone! Cattwg :-D We do exactly the same. :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laimeduck Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 Somewhat tongue in cheek, but?Get you out of trouble stuff.......Roll of gaffer tapeAssorted Jubillee clipsTwine/stringSuperglue(I assume you do have wire coat hangers in the wardrobe?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelmorris Posted January 17, 2018 Author Share Posted January 17, 2018 laimeduck - 2018-01-17 5:14 PMSomewhat tongue in cheek, but?Get you out of trouble stuff.......Roll of gaffer tapeAssorted Jubillee clipsTwine/stringSuperglue(I assume you do have wire coat hangers in the wardrobe?) ThanksAgain, this is the type of stuff that we carry anyway. I'm after thoughts on stuff to take when taking our motorhome abroad that we may not usually carry in the UK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mildi Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 Take enough toilet chemicals for your trip preferably the green one as some sites do not have mains drain. Toilet chemicals cost a lot more in France. Have a great time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Uzzell Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 Michael It has never been mandatory to carry a set of spare bulbs when driving in France (nor, I think, in any other European country nowadays) but it’s a sensible thing to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabino Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 An Anti-Gassing kit for night use; and an invisibility cloak for the A-frame you are about to buy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidmac Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 Hi I know we all go abroad to get a taste of different foods and cultures, but tea bags , baked beans, cornflakes, digestive biscuits, milk chocolate and many other british foods are rarely available on the continent and expensive when they are. If you do have a few favourites be sure to take a good stock. Regards David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracker Posted January 17, 2018 Share Posted January 17, 2018 davidmac - 2018-01-17 8:44 PM Hi I know we all go abroad to get a taste of different foods and cultures, but tea bags , baked beans, cornflakes, digestive biscuits, milk chocolate and many other british foods are rarely available on the continent and expensive when they are. If you do have a few favourites be sure to take a good stock. Regards David Proper Cheddar cheese, ginger nuts, Weetabix ,coffee whitener too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelmorris Posted January 17, 2018 Author Share Posted January 17, 2018 Part of the allure of going to France is the superb food. So it will be baguettes, Moules,Saint Paulin and crepes all the way. The only exception will be a goodly supply of Twinning's English Breakfast tea. :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Uzzell Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 With regard to equipment that should be carried in a vehicle driven in France, this link may be useful: https://tinyurl.com/y9auxhbq This link should be helpful for general advice about driving iabroad https://www.theaa.com/european-breakdown-cover/driving-in-europe/country-by-country Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek pringle Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 hi, Not a 'have to take' but definitely would include bbq on my list. Just beware in lots of places in France in Summer coal bb's are not allowed,just gas or leech. enjoy your holiday cheers derek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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