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Anti Skid Option

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Mon May 23, 2022 9:20 am
by GrahamV (deleted)
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Hi we. Are new to caravan in and towing, .We have just ordered our Troll 540 GT.
There is an £800 option for an Anti Skid device. Is it worth it?
Thanks in advance


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RE: Anti Skid Option

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Mon May 23, 2022 10:41 am
by Steamdrivenandy | 1.035 Posts

It's the AlKo ATC system which automatically applies the van brakes if it detects imbalance. I ran two 540's without it and never needed it. One van I had it on I only felt it work once, when the nearside wheel dropped into a deep pothole. A momentary brake application from the rear. I'd say it wasn't necessary but if you load badly and don't drive smoothly it may stop a sway developing. And at present there are no ATC units available as they're made in Ukraine.


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RE: Anti Skid Option

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Mon May 23, 2022 12:32 pm
by eribaMotters | 5.537 Posts

Eriba are very stable to tow. I cannot recall seeing one advertised for sale with this option, so I think that says something.

Colin


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RE: Anti Skid Option

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Mon May 23, 2022 6:07 pm
by Simboc2004 | 763 Posts

I'd never buy it - our 3 Tritons have all been rock steady and utterly stable on the road. But then our tow cars have all been substantial...


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RE: Anti Skid Option

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Tue May 24, 2022 9:16 am
by GrahamV (deleted)
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Thanks all very helpfull. I’m sure I will be back as we get near to the delivery date


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RE: Anti Skid Option

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Tue May 24, 2022 9:26 am
by eribaMotters | 5.537 Posts

Graham, make sure your dealer gives you a "last changes to build date" so you can tweak the specification if needed.

Colin


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RE: Anti Skid Option

in Anything that's not Eriba-related. Tue May 24, 2022 3:22 pm
by Islay Corbel (deleted)
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Think of all the wine you can buy with the money you save!


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