How much does it cost to fit ATC to caravan?

The cost to have a caravan fitted ATC can be between $450 and $600. Automatic Trailer Control is the anti-oscillation system for caravans. It effectively controls the caravan’s road behaviour at all times; the moment it detects some type of increasing oscillating movement, it gently breaks the caravan.

How much does Alko ESC cost?

The average cost of fitting AL-KO ESC on to your existing caravan is approximately $1,200 – $1,500 plus GST, plus any costs associated with the wiring required for your tow vehicle.

What is an Al-Ko ATC?

AL-KO ATC IS AN ELECTRONIC, EMERGENCY CONTROL SYSTEM FOR CARAVANS AND TRAILERS. IT AUTOMATICALLY RECOGNISES CRITICAL SWINGING MOTIONS AND APPLIES THE CARAVAN BRAKES ACCORDINGLY TO REGAIN CONTROL OF THE CARAVAN AND CAR. SAFETY INFORMATION.

How does ATC work on a caravan?

Active Trailer Control (ATC) ATC constantly monitors the caravan swing and, if it detects that sideways movements are increasing rather than decreasing, it pulls the trailer brakes on briefly bringing the caravan back into line. It will not react to sudden movements that self-correct or in normal cornering.

Can Alko ATC be retro fitted?

AL-KO ATC Trailer Control can be fitted to all new caravans and retrofitted to most older caravans that have been built on the AL-KO chassis. ATC is fitted to the rear of the axle with a push rod that connects to the brake rod.

What caravans have brakes?

Any trailer (caravan) with a weight over 750kg is going to require a braking system. Therefore, for all intents and purposes, all ‘full-sized ‘ touring caravans in the UK are braked. However, most teardrop caravans are below 750kg, therefore may not be fitted with a braking system.

How much does it cost to fix electronic stability control?

How much does an electronic stability control repair cost? Electronic Stability Control Repair Costs: NHTSA estimates the average cost of installing a stock ESC on vehicles already equipped with ABS brakes will be approximately $ 111 per vehicle. Currently, the cost of optional equipment is around $ 300 to $ 800.

Why do caravans sway?

There are many other causes of caravan sway such as uneven tyre pressure, speeding, poor suspension, side winds and even entering slipstreams of other vehicles, particularly semi-trailers. Poorly maintained roads can also increase the risk.

Why do caravans fishtail?

Swaying refers to the loss of control of the caravan when driving on an uneven terrain due to wind, overload, imbalanced loading and other causes. Technically referred to as ‘Yaw’ or ‘Snaking’, a swaying caravan has an equally opposing force of inertia to the towed vehicle.

How much does Alko ATC weigh?

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Can you tow a caravan without a Stabiliser?

Why would you fit a stabiliser before towing a caravan? While it is not required, using a caravan stabiliser is recommended. This shouldn’t be used as a solution for a poorly loaded or maintained caravan, but instead as an extra safety feature to provide protection if something goes wrong.

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