Driving tips please

 Observation,Observation,Observation !! Lots of mirror use & believe them.A reverseing camera is usefull too.Enjoy.

 Observation,Observation,Observation !! Lots of mirror use & believe them.A reverseing camera is usefull too.Enjoy.

Plus one.  I'd never driven anything bigger than an estate car when we got our motorhome and agree with all if the above. I would add plenty if practise if possible when the roads are not so busy and don't be rushed.

Thanks for your reply. Am I right n thinking you hog the center line when you take a left turn?

Thanks for your reply. Am I right n thinking you hog the centRE line when you take a left turn?

that must surely depend on how big the road is 

Thanks for your reply. Am I right n thinking you hog the center line when you take a left turn?

Write your comments here...Oh !! Not only that ,BUT, watch the 'tailswing' when doing a right turn if other vehicles are alongside !!.Mine has a ten foot overhang from the rear axle !!

Your scaring me now.

I've never driven one either, but confident that I'd be OK .... I was driving a large van just days after passing my test (in a MKI Escort - it was THAT long ago). Just take your time, take things a bit slower & keep an eye on what's behind you as well as in front ...... you'll be fine

Are you collecting the m/h from Inverness ?

If so just take your time on the journey back up the A9 and don't let anyone push you along. If need be pull in and let traffic pass and watch the speed limit. Be aware of the weight if you go via berriedale braes.

Most of all enjoy your new found freedom.

Are you collecting the m/h from Inverness ?

If so just take your time on the journey back up the A9 and don't let anyone push you along. If need be pull in and let traffic pass and watch the speed limit. Be aware of the weight if you go via berriedale braes.

Most of all enjoy your new found freedom.

 

I'd add to that. We have a note of our height and width on the sun visor. Its amazing how you can't remember your height when you see a height sign. As has been said don't allow yourself to be pushed and yes pull over, when its convenient to allow following traffic to pass.

The club does run maneovring courses but you'll have to check out dates and areas.  

Don't forget you've a loo and cooker onboard so you can stop as often as you fancy to chill, use the facilities, have a cuppa and take in the views. Start as you mean to go on, with a motorhome the destination is secondary to the journey ?

Soreinsky, if you're concerned about driving a large vehicle, can I suggest you make enquiries about having a couple of lessons in an HGV? The cost would be less that having to fork out for uninsured losses in the event of an accident and would help you stay safe for your own sake and for that of other road users.