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Been caravanning for many years and know what a pig it can be towing in snow and ice. As this is my first year motorhoming how does driving a motorhome compare? Better, same or worse than towing a caravan? I have a Swift Sundance (Fiat Duccato) don't even kow if thats front or rear wheel drive.
Any Tips for dealing with the elements this winter?

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Firstly clodhopper2006,

I would go and look at (or read your manual) and see which wheels actually move you in a forward or reverse motion Wink

Yes driving a FRONT wheel drive M/H is a little different from a rear wheel drive as the traction is somewhat less on front drive wheels, so in poor road conditions (snow/ice) or on soft wet ground they do tend to spin and loose traction so amending your driving technique is very important.

I am sure as an experienced tugger you came across the same or simular conditions but you will be far safer in a M/H than a car/caravan.

A good set of chains is a must if you intend going on winter trips in the colder climates of Europe, and some plastic bread trays cut in half under the front wheels when stuck in mud are a great way of getting on the move again.

Happy and safe winter motoring.

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whistlinggypsy wrote:

Firstly clodhopper2006,

I would go and look at (or read your manual) and see which wheels actually move you in a forward or reverse motion Wink

Thanks for that. My MH is second hand and the manual is missing. I might give Swift a ring and ask 'em whether or not the front or rear wheels do the business. It's either that or excecute a wheel spin while Mrs C watches.
I well remember the problems with tugging in snow and ice. One occasion we were caught in a sudden flury which dropped 2" on the roads. The car just totally lost pulling power even in higher gears and just wheel spun We had to just sit and wait for the gritters to pass. Hopefully my MH wont do this kind of thing to me.

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I would be very surprised if you even get a reply from Swift. you will have to apply via a swift main dealer to get one for you.As to the driving wheels your Sundace Fiat duccato is a front wheel drive.
hope you have many happy miles in it.

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Yes driving a FRONT wheel drive

clodhopper2006 this was meant as a clue Rolling Eyes

Happy and hopefully safe m/hing

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whistlinggypsy wrote:

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Yes driving a FRONT wheel drive

clodhopper2006 this was meant as a clue Rolling Eyes

Happy and hopefully safe m/hing

DOH! sorry. My only excuse is I speed read you at work and missed your subtleties. Thanks again

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