🏕 Powerful Gen 2 Mini Mover 550W Jockey Wheel 12V Electric Caravan Mover Review

This Powerful motorized Caravan Mover in my video is a Gen 2 Mini Mover 550V, and it uses a 12V Battery. The Gen 2 Mini Mover is available from Ebay links below.
📌 AU: ebay.to/32Co7fJ
📌 UK: ebay.to/3dnuCGB
📌 US: ebay.to/3dppIJf
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It works on hard surfaces, but not so well on wet grass or slippery surfaces.
The manual claims it can pull a caravan up a 7 degree slope, however, I haven't tried that myself.
Overall the mini mover seems to work quite OK, and I'm happy with my purchase.

[@skippymaster57]

Thanks for the video Garry. The problem with a single point mount on this mover is that it will DEFINITELY flex. I had installed the original one supplied on my caravan A frame and just before a trip from SA to WA the mount flexed and broke the welds done for it and dropped the whole front of the caravan down on top of the mover mount. No damage to the mover and my feet were not under it. Note to everybody; stand clear of being under the A frame, as it will do a lot of damage to you if it drops. I had no option but to carry a garage floor jack with the caravan to maneuver it onto the Patrol tow bar. At the first Port of call, I found a caravan repairer who welded another single point mount (the other one was totally f***ed) and I continued on my way. When I got home from this travel I managed to get a double mount and totally weld the back plate onto the A frame as well as a square tube making up the rest of the height of the plate, now making it IMPOSSIBLE for the back plate to flex. The A frame will flex before the back plate of the mount will!! There is still some flex possible with the double mount however, as the single handle is the only part that holds the movable plate onto the baseplate (I wish it had 2 handles or bolts on the moveable plate to secure the post at 2 points), but no one makes such an animal. Now that these mods have been done it will move and park my 22ft caravan into a very tight space with little effort on my part. I have also changed the power cable to include an Anderson Plug. Works very well for the price, would be far greater out of pocket than alternatives, and it's small enough to store away in the front bin of the caravan when travelling.

[@GarryPurcell]

Sorry to hear about the problem you had. Thanks for sharing this valuable information, I'm sure it will help others. P.S. I'll be checking my swivel mount on my caravan more regularly.

[@frankcarrano8002]

Cheers Garry I bought one after checking reviews like yours. I can also confirm that it does go over grass and up inclines. when it got too steep I just put some more weight over the towing point and with someone just giving a little nudge from behind it got around a tight 90degree bend in my driveway and onto the level ready for towing away. I used one of those 12volt power packs that you can use for jump starting dead batteries.

[@GarryPurcell]

Overall there not a bad unit. Good hint for using a jump start battery pack.

[@julienicholson1716]

Just purchased a minimover, now investigating whether to go with battery or the jump starter pack / kit - there are a few different sizes of these jump starter kit - what size did you use ? Don't want to buy one that is not 'powerful enough' to do the job. Thank you

[@alexmckenzie8186]

Hi Gary great video I baught one for my camper works great it does make a different noise under load as opposed to dead flat but I think I heard a bit of that in your video too but I love it

[@GarryPurcell]

There not the fastest, or quietest, but they get the job done. 🙂

[@crafter170]

What a great wee video.My motor mover on our van is knackered.Reversed up my drive and my clutch was smoking and stinking .I'm sure this is the same one we are waiting on .Thanks

[@GarryPurcell]

Hopefully this mover will work for you.

[@chrisnotley4563]

Nice video thanks Gary. I purchased the exact same electric mover to use on my car box trailer. It works great on solid surfaces, block paving, tarmac and dry short grass however it is next to useless on gravel loose surfaces. The tyre does not have enough surface contact area and is just too small to do the job. So I’m now looking to have to sell it and try a heftier Motor Mover solution

[@GarryPurcell]

Your right about traction on loose gravel. I have had a similar experience, and the only way I could move my caravan, was to place a plank of wood under the motorised wheel, not ideal, but it worked.

[@DontKnowNoSnakes]

@@GarryPurcell good to know. We have river rock as the gravel. Looks like I have some paver work to do!. To be fair, their website DOES state that it is not intended for gravel. But you and Chris Notley shine a clearer light on just how ineffective it is.

[@crafter170]

@@GarryPurcell Great idea .So simple.

[@mikestanley8605]

I have had two 12 volt Jockey wheels over the years. I just run them off the House Battery's Through and anderson plug on the A=frame. They dont use very much power or deplete the battery. Just bought one of these GEN 2 units so now I have three movers. I will have to give the others away to friends.

[@GarryPurcell]

Sounds like you're going to have two very happy friends. P.S. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts regarding battery use.

[@deepgravity]

Cheers from Melbourne Garry! I have just ordered a similar model, I think its a T-Rex (3500kg max tow). Its louder than I thought it would be, but hopefully will work great! Thanks for your work!

[@GarryPurcell]

Mine works well on solid ground, and slight inclines. Please let me know how you go,

[@hiltos]

Good review there, exactly what i wanted to know. They sell this exact same model over here in sweden and in the uk at biltema. Looking to get a small caravan to take the family on a summer holiday, this will be perfect for getting it parked spot on.

[@GarryPurcell]

Glad I could help Out of curiosity, how do you find the Biltema prices in store, compared to the shops in Sweden?

[@regwatson2017]

Thanks Garry - would have liked to have seen how it went on a bit of a slope but it looks like it has plenty of grunt. Noisy little bugger but better than strained back muscles :-)

[@GarryPurcell]

The mover works well, as long as you are on a solid surface. I've tried it on a semi solid sandy base, and it was a waste of time, I had to get some timber, and lay it underneath the jockey wheel, to get some traction. The mover works well on grass, but not good if the grass gets wet. Hope that helps.

[@regwatson2017]

@@GarryPurcell Many thanks. I have a trailer so I reckon it should perform like yours with a boat.

[@GarryPurcell]

@@regwatson2017 The mover has quite a bit ff torque, so it could spin the wheel if the tow ball weight is a bit on the light side on a slope.

[@andrewperera4270]

Interesting video. Wonder this gonna move my heavy caravan with double axle.

[@GarryPurcell]

It works well on level surfaces like a concrete driveway, but I couldn't say as to what it's real moving capacity is as my caravan is 1200kg

[@mystrat1962]

Isn't there a better way to power these than having a separate battery to power the unit. Surely there is a way to plug into the caravan battery.

[@GarryPurcell]

You could add an Anderson plug connector, if your caravan has batteries.

[@brianatkinson8975]

Great video. I’m going to buy one.

[@GarryPurcell]

Glad My video helped you. These movers save your back quite bit, and make moving your van quite easy.

[@rhydercason3773]

I have watched all the videos i can find on these, and haven't found one that shows how it is set up when hauling the trailer...does it swing up or jack up like a normal wheel? From the turn lever on top i assume it telescopes but cant be sure, hate assuming. is it a good bit of clearance?

[@GarryPurcell]

These movers do not swivel, they only wind up or down, like a normal jockey wheel. I use a Removable jockey wheel bracket clamp that I bought from eBay, to secure the mover, to the a frame. ebay.to/2ZLzY9D

[@V8LC100]

Have you used this on grass or an incline? I have a 21ft Offroad van on grass I wish to move. Weights just under the 2700kg limit of this wheel. Thx.

[@GarryPurcell]

I have used it on a level grass surface, and it performed OK. My driveway has a slight incline to it, and it works well on the concrete. However, I wouldn't feel comfortable on any steeper slope, as I don't think it would perform well. "the small wheel might spin, and you will need to add weight to the drawbar to counteract it" I also tried to use it on a sandy area, "Total Waste of Time". I finished up getting pieces of flat timber, to sit the wheel on, and it pulled out OK with a bit of effort. Lesson Learnt - Keep away from sand and mud.

[@jinukuriakose3942]

Thanks garry

[@GarryPurcell]

Glad you found my video useful.

[@jinukuriakose3942]

@@GarryPurcell ,Garry,which mover you prefer,back wheel motor or jockey wheeled mover?

[@GarryPurcell]

I have also have a mechanical mover "Mule" I hated using it, took forever to move move the van. I think it really comes down to what suits your own personal needs.. HOWEVER: A fitted remote control motorised wheel mover, will win hands down, if you can afford it.🙂

[@jinukuriakose3942]

@@GarryPurcell thanks very much garry for the reply 👍

[@keithclark486]

Do you think this would be capable of moving a 10/16 " out building ?

[@GarryPurcell]

That would depend on the weight of the shed, and the ground surface. The mover might struggle on soft ground, but should be fine on a firm surface, like concrete or asphalt. You will need a downforce on the mover, otherwise the torque will simply spin the wheels.

[@911McS]

Hi Garry. Excellent video. I have just bought one of these. I need to buy the jockey wheel mount and a battery and clamps. Can I ask where you got the battery and other kit?. Thanx.

[@GarryPurcell]

The Battery is just sitting on a piece of wood, the clamps were purchased from Carac. I'm sure most caravan accessory places would carry thrm.

[@911McS]

@@GarryPurcell Cheers. I have now got the unit installed and up and running. Can I ask if it flexes at all when moving the van?

[@GarryPurcell]

@@911McS The torque generated will cause the mini mover to move in the mount, but not excessive.

[@dawiddmyterko9694]

What do you think about version 350 W? Only this version is availeble in my shop... My Trailer have 1500 kg. Thank you

[@GarryPurcell]

For the small amount to upgrade from the 350w to the 550w, I personally would go with the 550w version. Ask your shop if they can get the 550w version in for you, or order online.

[@dawiddmyterko9694]

@@GarryPurcell Thank you for response. I am from Poland and I can buy this only online. Schipping from GB is very expensive. On line in poland is only availeble version 350 W : (

[@GarryPurcell]

@@dawiddmyterko9694 Maye the store keeper will allow you to test it out before you buy it. its worth asking them if they have a Demo model.

[@MrBillymain]

Just bought an Adria, it's only a small caravan and I imagine the mover would pull it without any problems. Problem is I have some grass I need to pull over, do you think it could move the van on grass? (It is on the level.)

[@GarryPurcell]

Should be OK, as long as its not muddy underfoot.

[@tomasz6085]

Great video and nice responses. Thank you. I wonder how this would work with heavier vans, for example 2.2T tare on 5 to 10 degree incline hard compacted gravel driveway?

[@GarryPurcell]

I don't know the answer to your question. Maybe others will be able to guide you. I personally think that the jockey wheel might slip on gravel, around the 10 degree mark, due to the movers small solid wheel. If the wheel was inflatable, and wider, it should handle the incline with the heavier van.

[@tomasz6085]

@@GarryPurcell Thank you Gary for your reply. I will pop into the Brunswick store before purchase to make sure that the device can deal with what I am intending to for.

[@robbiebarns]

How does this unit perform pushing a trailer up the 2 lips/step ups into most Australian Garages.

[@GarryPurcell]

As long as you've got a small run-up, I'd expect there wouldn't be a problem as long as its on a reasonable flat driveway.

[@Mick_4591]

Did you purchase this or is this sponsored content?

[@GarryPurcell]

I bought this caravan mover with my own money from a local store.

[@Mick_4591]

@@GarryPurcell ❤

[@deanfitzgerald8063]

Great Review. Is it as loud in real life as it appeared in vid ? If so can you see why. I'm looking to custom fit the bottom part of one of these to a motor cycle sidecar frame to give me a reverse gear.

[@GarryPurcell]

The mover makes a fair bit of noise. I would be interested to see how your project goes.

[@heathernevill376]

fantastic thanks

[@GarryPurcell]

Glad you enjoyed my video, feel free to ask any questions you have.

[@richiemukhuti611]

Hi mate, where did you get the clamp that holds it on the A frame.

[@GarryPurcell]

Its a Removable jockey wheel bracket clamp I bought from eBay ebay.to/2ZLzY9D

[@waz00z]

How would you say this goes moving a bigger caravan?

[@GarryPurcell]

As long as your on a flat surface, I would expect it will work OK. But don't use the mover on sand, or any slippery surface, as it will not have sufficient grip, to move anything.

[@chriscrowder4347]

great video thanks a lot

[@GarryPurcell]

Glad you found my video useful. If you have any questions about the mover, just ask, and I'll do my best to answer for you.

[@stewartdahamman]

@@GarryPurcell Hi Gary, does this unit do reverse as well?

[@flashfuss]

Awesome!!!

[@GarryPurcell]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@lennytsanchez]

Hi, can you send a link to the "U" style clamp bracket you used

[@GarryPurcell]

I bought mine from a caravan and camping shop that sells jockey wheels.

[@allenyang2904]

How much is it.

[@GarryPurcell]

Here are some active Ebay link from the video description. The Gen 2 Mini Mover is available from Ebay links below. 📌 AU: ebay.to/32Co7fJ 📌 UK: ebay.to/3dnuCGB 📌 US: ebay.to/3dppIJf

[@WildTouring]

Still happy with it mate?

[@GarryPurcell]

The mini mover is working perfectly so far. Iv'e moved my caravan a few times with it. The normal location where l store the van, can only be accessed by pushing it manually. (I needed to get a few friends over, to give a hand, pushing it in or out.) The only downside of the mini mover, is you need to have a spare 12v battery available, to operate it.

[@WildTouring]

@@GarryPurcell Thanks for the reply, how heavy is your van?

[@GarryPurcell]

@@WildTouring 895kg Tare total (Empty weight) 1095kg Gross Weight (Loaded Weight) 159kg Towball Weight 1154kg ATM (Aggregate Trailer Mass)

[@patkillalea3917]

@@GarryPurcell but we what is the connection out of the box? If it can be fitted with cigarette lighter fitting I could plug it straight into my caravan’s 12v socket?

[@katd65]

I'm wondering the same as I have a jumpstarter that I could plug it into.

[@chrisponce1531]

Would this work on gravel?

[@GarryPurcell]

I would think it will work OK, as long as the gravel is compacted and not on an incline. I tried it on a sandy surface, that was a total waste of time, and I had to get some flat timber boards laid out to make any headway.

[@user-bt7ut7fj4r]

what battery you used？

[@GarryPurcell]

12v Car Battery

[@user-bt7ut7fj4r]

Thanks, and can that work with double axle trailer?

[@GarryPurcell]

This mover is based on weight, not the number of wheels it has, so if your trailer is below its maximum weight limit, I expect it should work. My experiences have been that the mover is good on flat solid surfaces. The mover does not like loose gravel surfaces.

[@user-bt7ut7fj4r]

@@GarryPurcell Thats very helpful，I will go get one，thank you very much

[@rafaelaguilera1751]

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