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Troll chassis

in Anything Eriba-related Wed Mar 10, 2021 5:48 pm
by Bobb (deleted)
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Good afternoon
A first time buyer friend is interested in a 1998 Troll that’s for sale and would just like to be reassured that the (Alko?) chassis is galvainized. It’s obviously difficult for him to go and view the ‘van but I’ve told him yes, I would have thought so but am I right? The seller is not sure....
Advice appreciated please!
Bob

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RE: Troll chassis

in Anything Eriba-related Wed Mar 10, 2021 6:15 pm
by eribaMotters • | 5.602 Posts

The drawbar and axle are galvanised. The outside 20/25mm square section tube is not and will rust. This has been a serious problem for a comparatively small number of members. I'm unsure about other chassis members as they are usually covered in black underseal.
I would not buy a 20 year old van, or newer for that matter, without giving it a good look at.
If it s the Troll currently on Gumtree in Cornwall it is incorrectly advertised. It is a 530 and not a 540. It does look nice in the photos but I'd say the price is a bit top heavy. It is a sellers market though.

Colin

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RE: Troll chassis

in Anything Eriba-related Wed Mar 10, 2021 6:53 pm
by Bobb (deleted)
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That’s a great help, thanks Colin
Bob
PS yes, it is the one in cornwall. Only an hour away but difficult during lockdown....

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