Posted on 12/07/2019 18:02
Hiya folks.
I seem to have developed a squeak when braking. I checked the wheels for heat, and noticed that the offside is slightly warmer than the near side, but only slightly. Something to be concerned about I assume? Back to the dealer? And yes, I tried a search 😉
Posted on 12/07/2019 20:08 by TammygirlWe have a 1 year old Coachman on an Alko chassis and the brakes have squealed since new. Reported to the dealer who did the recommended fix advised by Alko.
It lasted all of 500 miles then they started again. It is now going in to the dealer for its first service and to have the brakes replaced under warranty, we hope. I say we hope as the dealer said it was a warranty job but Alko are no being a bit iffy about it. Wanting chassis number etc. I have read somewhere that Alko changed suppliers but have now gone back to original supplier, how true that is I couldn't say.
Posted on 25/07/2019 15:30
I have a coachman Wanderer lux 19/4TB bought new in June 2016 ,,
my squeaking brakes have been back to the dealer at least twice every year from new for squeaking ,yesterday the 24th July I had to take my van in for new linings fitted ,took about 1hour 15mins fitting ,on returning home ,travelled aprox 5miles and the squeakings back ,got back to storage felt the wheels and I could have Fried an egg on them no chance of putting my hand on to check ,
rang wanderhome to explain my situ “AGAIN” answer I received
“theirs only me complained ,I will get some one to ring you ,”still waiting”
the point is ,! Is my van safe to travel ! ,I have my dowts and with sites booked it’s annoying,
Posted on 17/07/2019 22:55 by TammygirlSpoke to our dealer today as getting a bit concerned that they would have the parts in time, read on another site that they are in short supply (I wonder why)
Dealer checked then called back to say they are 'in delivery' and should be with them by Friday this week. Hope so as the van goes in Monday morning for a service and replacement brakes.
We decided that this time we would book a CL near to the dealers (its a 90 miles each way drive) and spend the night before and night of the service there. Really don't like letting CL owners down so the parts had better be in.
Posted on 24/07/2019 16:52 by Freddy55Ok, so I dropped the van down to the dealer and it’s confirmed that I’m going to need new drums and shoes. Pretty sure it hasn’t covered 500 miles yet. I’ve been assured that the replacements will be ok, we’ll see...
Posted on 26/07/2019 21:37
We have just taken our Coachman VIP back to dealer re squeaking brakes - well actually more like screeching! This is second time. This time they said ALKO problem and have put in for replacement brake shoes.
So 80 mile trip round which will then have to be repeated for pads/shoes to be fitted!
We also have problem with the fridge I will make separate comment on that!
Posted on 26/07/2019 21:58
Our 2016 Swift Conqueror 480 is suffering from the AL-Ko brake squeal, following our 3rd year service the engineer has found severe scoring to the offside drum and brake shoes, nearside drum serviceable, engineer advised contacting dealer regarding a warranty claim.
Contacted dealer and forwarded photographs of the brake shoes and drums, dealer has also requested photograph of AL-KO axle identification plate.
Phoned dealer today AL-KO have accepted the warranty claim, however at present there are no brake shoes in the country, AL-KO are closing down at 13.00 for 2 weeks.
I am under the understanding AL-KO have changed the design of the brake drum fitted to my particular caravan as well as modified brake shoes, lets see what happens.
Posted on 27/07/2019 13:56
For what its worth ....
This very subject is covered on 'Caravan Talk Forum' in some depth.
An Alko Service Bulletin was issued in 2018.
Our Caravan, with 2017 /18 Alko axle, has already had the Bulletin full fix with the new amended Alko parts - has now failed again (500 miles).
Returning 13/8/19 4th time - no out of pocket expenses again.
Posted on 27/07/2019 14:09
For what its worth (again) ....
Seems also that Alko have now supplied my Dealer with another set of Drums & Shoes & superlube & diagrams for the repeat super repair in readiness.
Dealer confirms all new parts though are same as the ones that failed !
Dealer says he is un-happy to just re-fit parts which have failed.
Have sent them deep and meaningful email.
The Oscarmax post above hopefully suggests 'out of stock' maybe means a new modified updated supply due soon.
Enjoy !
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Freddy55
Caravanner from Bath&NthEstSomerset