RV REVIEW
EXTERNAL HIGHLIGHTS
What , exactly , do you get for your money when opting for the Panther Pack ? Well , there ’ s a lot of equipment here , much of it too numerous to list . But here are a few key features : Cruisemaster XT suspension , two 100Ah lithium batteries mounted to the offside chassis rail , BMPRO 35 HA battery management system with DC-DC charger , dual 135W solar panels , a choice of white or grey composite aluminium cladding , under-bed reverse-cycle air-con unit , and much more .
Our review van was also fitted with an optional 6in extended A-frame , which tapers to 4in before the suspension mounts . The van , however , is built upon 6in main chassis members . The extended A- frame creates room for Goldstream to fit the optional gull-wing storage compartment – a brilliant storage solution , in my opinion .
External storage space is a highlight of this van – there ’ s a gal-lined tunnel boot at the front , as well as optional rear jerry can holders near the rear bumpermounted spare wheel .
But here ’ s something that really appealed to me : not only are the two 95L fresh water tanks ( one fore and one aft of the wheels ) and the rear grey water tank protected by checkerplate , the tank dump valves and all other associated plumbing are as well . It ’ s surprising how many manufacturers overlook this . Top marks to Goldstream .
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