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Thanks Neville, After looking at the January 25 Post, & the problems owners have with overweight issues, & not wanting to step up to a Silverado or equivalent, we have decided to take a pause & re-evaluate in regards to a new van. We probably have enough on our plate at the moment, as we are getting married in 2 weeks, & Jan has been stressing out to the max. I think we will go to the Perth Caravan show, & take another look. Thanks to all for your help & info. Cheers, Brad & Jan(BreadnJam)

Thanks to all who replied to my post. Judging by those replies so far, they lean towards the Landcruiser, although the Jury's still out on the Jeep. I think what concerns me more at the moment is the tare & agg weight of the TE, which is 2980kg & 3480kg. It looks like the previous owner has fitted a 3kva generator to the drawbar. I don't know if that was standard from new(the van is a 2005 model) If it's not then would that change the tare & agg weight? Another question that springs to mind is, does the agg weight include full water tanks? My main concern is being covered in the unlikely event of an accident, & having the claim rejected because the van was over the 3500kg limit, 'cos we all know insurance companies will duck & weave if everything isn't 100% legal. I intend to have the van weighed anyway, & have sent an email to Dept of Transport to get their ruling on tare & agg weights. However I would be interested in any feedback from you guys/girls. Sorry, if I've gone on a bit long with this subject, but it's a big decision for us both, & as we will be retiring soon, would like to get it right the first time. Cheers, Brad & Jan(BreadnJam)

Hi all, have just registered, & don't own a caravan as yet, but we are having a serious look at a 2005 Topender which I think is 18'6" in length. I have a Prado at the moment, but because of the weight of the van i would have to upgrade the car. I have been looking at the new Jeep Grand Cherokee & also a 2nd hand 200 Series Landcruiser. The Jeep would be cheaper, would it be suitable to tow the Topender? It is rated at 3500kg. Would appreciate any comments on this Subject. Cheers, Brad.