Halloween time and this weekend it’s a big event here in Spain, such a pity that the weather has decided to be so damned miserable.
It’s wet, windy and rather cool for this part of the world and certainly not what we came here for. I think a call is needed to the Spanish tourist board to complain about this awful weather.
The week has been fairly quiet for us so there’s not much to report. Yesterday we had a visit from Vida & Collin, two friends who used to live in Port Talbot and who now live just down the road on the outskirts of Torrevieja. They kindly drove us out to Torrevieja where we waded through the puddles of a visiting thunderstorm to have a nice lunch in the towns centre. Kay did lots of reminiscing with them both about people they all once knew.
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| Kay Vida & Stu in the Marjal bar |
Last night we decided to visit the China House on the way out towards Quesada where we went with Nigel & Lyn before, for a nice €10 for all you can eat meal.
This morning it’s a case of sitting in and waiting for the sun to make an appearance at least the F1 is on the TV.
We have a new RV on site and I’m surprised how dealers are releasing machines without proper servicing or safety concerns for the new owners. For anyone thinking of purchasing an American RV please check.
Tyres:
Don’t be hoodwinked by the fact they look new and have deep tread patterns it’s the age of them that’s important. This link will give all the information you will need on how to check your tyres age. If they’re over five or six years old think about getting new ones. http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tiretech/techpage.jsp?techid=11
Habitation Checks and Damp / leak tests:
Have these done independently as soon as you can after purchase as the dealers will only want to quickly part with the machine for your cash. I have seen several where the gas input on an Atwood water heater has been so badly corroded that it would be impossible to move the venturi to adjust the gas flame, so I would seriously doubt its had a good service done.
Make a note of the refrigerators make model and serial number and ask the dealer about recalls and have they been done. Even then go on the manufacturer’s web site to check yourself for any recalls as some of these units have gone up in flames be safe not a victim.
Headlights:
American RV’s are renowned for poor headlights have them checked, they may need upgrading.
Seatbelts:
New legislation is coming in about them; we had our lap belts changed for the standard three point European ones to prepare for this.
If going to Spain:
Remember to get Spanish adapters for the LPG refill and to check what you need to comply with Spanish traffic laws like spare driving glasses (if you need glasses to drive) two red warning Triangles, Two fluorescent jackets, GB stickers, spare bulbs and headlight adjustment stickers.
Travel Insurance:
Get it before you depart, as getting it retrospectively can be expensive.
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