Mel B Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 As we're shortly to change our van, we have put a lot of thought into what accessories we actually NEED, rather than would LIKE. Consequently we're only having a bike rack and TV aerial fitted, and our solar panel and 2nd leisure battery moved over, and we'll see how we get on with those. It got me to thinking, though, what the most popular 'fixed' accessories and 'options' for the base vehicle are, so come on, lets have your thoughts - you can either just vote or give a reason for doing so, if you do though please try to keep your reason concise so we don't all end up going to sleep! (lol) The list is in no particular order - I think I've included most of the common stuff, anything that's missing will have to go under 'other' as there are only 20 poll fields in total, but you can vote for more than one item if you wish. Have fun! :-> Edited to say - It might let you add other options if you think of any after all!!! :-> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest peter Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 You missed a few Mel. Now rectified. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J9withdogs Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 Hmmm...let me guess which ones you added Peter.... (lol) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Kirby Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 The definition of "need" and "like" is interesting. Can anyone explain the possession of any of the above on a "need" basis? You "need" a motorhome, only if you would like to travel to other places by motorhome. Beyond that, all of the above are possibly desirables, but surely cannot be defined as necessities.So, sorry Mel, you "need" neither the TV aerial nor the bike rack, because you don't "need" to watch TV, or ride a bike. You could just as well read, or do jigsaws, for relaxation (and yes, I know there are other things as well!), and walk, instead of cycling. The advantages? Well, your van would have fewer holes in it, and be lighter to boot! Simples. :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brambles Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 J9withdogs - 2010-03-28 11:09 PM Hmmm...let me guess which ones you added Peter.... (lol) Tracker maybe? No! that would have been you J9. ;-) Are we speaking to each other again yet J9? B-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brambles Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 Brian, for us the UNO card game is A MUST HAVE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted March 29, 2010 Author Share Posted March 29, 2010 Brian Kirby - 2010-03-29 11:55 AMThe definition of "need" and "like" is interesting. Can anyone explain the possession of any of the above on a "need" basis? You "need" a motorhome, only if you would like to travel to other places by motorhome. Beyond that, all of the above are possibly desirables, but surely cannot be defined as necessities.So, sorry Mel, you "need" neither the TV aerial nor the bike rack, because you don't "need" to watch TV, or ride a bike. You could just as well read, or do jigsaws, for relaxation (and yes, I know there are other things as well!), and walk, instead of cycling. The advantages? Well, your van would have fewer holes in it, and be lighter to boot! Simples. :-DNow then Brian, I shall come and give you a good slapping with a soggy copy of MMM (if my April issue ever arrives of course!). ;-) By 'need' I mean items that you really would not want to be without as they would really impinge on your enjoyment. 'Like' are things that you may occasionally use but would not necessarily cause you a problem if you didn't have them. An example would be a bike rack - if you like to take bike rides and have no other means of carrying bikes then a rack would seem to be a 'need', especially if you have mobility issues and walking distances is not a choice (think electric bikes), or use it for carrying a mobility scooter. As for a TV aerial, in our case that's a 'like' we've decided to have - as we're going to be abroad for longer this time round we will use it to catch up on the local weather etc (along with our TV of course).Peter - I said 'fixed' and 'options', as in things other than the layout ... last time I checked a laptop wasn't something you'd normally call a motorhome fixture and as for attaching the wife .....! Unless of course you're into S&M I suppose! 8-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tracker Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 I am deeply touched Mel that you should consider humble moi as a possible 'essential accessory' although there may well be others who would dispute that notion. It is indeed humbling to know that at least five people think that I'm a good idea - as does my dog - I think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverback Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 Tracker, they only voted for you cos you've got a spare plug (lol) jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted March 29, 2010 Author Share Posted March 29, 2010 Tracker - 2010-03-29 7:33 PM I am deeply touched Mel that you should consider humble moi as a possible 'essential accessory' although there may well be others who would dispute that notion. It is indeed humbling to know that at least five people think that I'm a good idea - as does my dog - I think? Tracker ... I have to shatter your illusion but it wasn't me ... it was Peter who added you ... not sure if he fancies you or not! :D 8-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Kirby Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 Mel B - 2010-03-29 5:59 PM ....Now then Brian, I shall come and give you a good slapping with a soggy copy of MMM (if my April issue ever arrives of course!). ......... Got mine AGES ago, na, na, na na nah, naaaa, and it's nice and dry thank you, and I've read it all, so there! Don't "need" that either, but I still quite like it! :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AliB Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 I'd go for the very veratile sounding sog system/reversing camera/electric step option. Can you use the sog system while reversing or does it show on the camera? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhorsf Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 I think that must be for very small washrooms so you can back in to the bog with the camera do not know where the step comes in though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted March 30, 2010 Author Share Posted March 30, 2010 .... after what I've been through in the last week or so at hospital you lot are very cruel for even mentioning bog/camera/reversing and steps!!!! 8-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Kirby Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 Mel B - 2010-03-30 6:32 PM .... after what I've been through in the last week or so at hospital you lot are very cruel for even mentioning bog/camera/reversing and steps!!!! 8-) So, did anyone see any light, Mel? :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted March 30, 2010 Author Share Posted March 30, 2010 Fortunately they didn't get anywhere NEAR the other end of the tunnel!!!!! 8-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tracker Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 I hadn't realised how tall you are Mel - good job eh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted March 30, 2010 Author Share Posted March 30, 2010 ... do you want to see the photos they took Richard .... >:-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tracker Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 Mel B - 2010-03-30 8:49 PM ... do you want to see the photos they took Richard .... >:-) That is a very generous offer Mel and I thank you warmly from the bottom of my bottom - but having also seen my own nether region in close up recently I too have no wish to go there again quite so soon! Did it sting when the flash went off in those dark recesses! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted March 30, 2010 Author Share Posted March 30, 2010 ... forget the flash ... the tripod was a bit painful though! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest peter Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 Mel B - 2010-03-29 8:34 PM Tracker - 2010-03-29 7:33 PM I am deeply touched Mel that you should consider humble moi as a possible 'essential accessory' although there may well be others who would dispute that notion. It is indeed humbling to know that at least five people think that I'm a good idea - as does my dog - I think? Tracker ... I have to shatter your illusion but it wasn't me ... it was Peter who added you ... not sure if he fancies you or not! :D 8-)You must be joking Mel. The Tracker in question is the electronic security device and not added by me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted March 30, 2010 Author Share Posted March 30, 2010 I blame Janine for leading me astray! :D What's that phrase ... "me-thinks he protesteth tooooo much?" (lol) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Kirby Posted March 30, 2010 Share Posted March 30, 2010 I always thought Peter was an electronic security device. Isn't he? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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