Introduction to AL-KO: Leading Manufacturer of Motorhome and Caravan Components
AL-KO is a renowned name in the world of motorhome and caravan components, offering a wide range of high-quality products that enhance the safety, performance, and comfort of recreational vehicles. Founded in 1931 in Germany, AL-KO has over 90 years of experience in the automotive and leisure vehicle industries. With a commitment to innovation and precision engineering, AL-KO has grown into a trusted global brand, particularly recognized for its products that improve driving stability, comfort, and safety on the road.
In the UK, AL-KO is best known for its comprehensive range of components designed for motorhomes, campervans, caravans, light commercial vehicles and trailers, including chassis, suspension systems, coupling devices, and towing solutions. Popular products include the AL-KO axle systems, AKS towing couplings, and the AL-KO Secure anti-theft systems.
The brand also offers motorhome levelling systems, stabilizers, and electric brakes, all of which are engineered to improve the handling and safety of leisure vehicles. With a strong reputation for quality,
AL-KO continues to lead the industry in providing cutting-edge solutions for both vehicle manufacturers and end users.
Thurton Auto Centre: Your Approved AL-KO Warranty Repair and Installation Partner
Thurton Auto Centre, located in Norfolk, is proud to be an authorized AL-KO workshop, fully equipped to carry out both warranty repairs and installations on behalf of AL-KO.
As an Approved Warranty Service (AWS) workshop, Thurton Auto Centre's dedicated technicians are trained to provide expert installation and repair services for all AL-KO components, ensuring that your motorhome or caravan remains safe and functional.
Thurton Auto Centre's technicians are NCC-accredited and fully trained by AL-KO, meaning they possess the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out work with the highest level of expertise and precision.
Whether you need a new axle fitted, a coupling device installed, or a repair on your suspension system, Thurton Auto Centre ensures that every job is completed to AL-KO’s rigorous standards.
Support systems for Motorhomes - Campervan - Caravan - LCV's
HY4 fully automatic hydraulic levelling support system
No more inclined angles, no more unsteady ground under the feet. With HY4, the new, support system from AL-KO, you can level your motorhome quickly and easily in the desired standing position. Wherever you are, wherever you stop. At the push of a button.
In contrast to other support systems, where the steady legs are supplied via long hydraulic lines by a centrally installed pump with an oil tank, each steady leg of the HY4, which weighs 68 kg, has its own pump unit. This can be mounted flexibly in the vicinity of the steady leg. This not only reduces installation costs, but also means that holes are no longer needed in the vehicle interior.
Once purchased, the HY4 support system can be easily removed when replacing a vehicle and then fitted to the new vehicle.
Prices: including supply and installation
| Fiat Cab Kits | ||
| HY4 X250 WB FROM 4100 (ALKO Chassis 327mm) | £7,000.00 | |
| HY4 X250 AMC AHS L277 (ALKO Chassis 277mm) | £7,000.00 | |
| HY4 X250 ORG EHA (Fiat Ducato Chassis) | £7,000.00 | |
| HY4 X250 ORG EHI (Fiat Panel Van) | £7,000.00 | |
| ASSEMBLY KIT X250 SLC HY4 Merc Hymer special Chassis | £7,000.00 | |
| Mercedes Cab Kits | £7,000.00 | |
| HY4 VS30 FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE AMC | £7,000.00 | |
| HY4 VS30 FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE SLC | £7,000.00 | |
| HY4 VS30 FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE ORG | £7,000.00 | |
| HY4 VS30 REAR WHEEL DRIVE | £7,000.00 | |
| HY4 VS30 REAR DRIVE ORG 5TONS | £7,000.00 | |
Prices are plus VAT @ 20%
The HY4 is available for all vehicles with an AL-KO chassis, as well as for X250/290 motorhomes and vans on a Ducato/Jumper/Boxer chassis. The system is also available for Mercedes-Benz VS30 motorhomes on AL-KO SLC and AMC chassis as well as original chassis and for Mercedes-Benz VS30 RWD vans.
Regardless of the ground. Neither soft ground nor gravel pose any issues for the hydraulic levelling system. Uneven ground and inclines can be easily compensated.
Prices: including supply and installation
MERCEDES Vans
| HY4 VS30 VAN | £7,000 | |
| VW Crafter/MAN kits | £7,000 | |
| HY4 Crafter MAN/TGE 2017 high frame chassis | £7,000 | |
| HY4 Crafter MAN/TGE 2017 low frame chassis / panel van | £7,000 | |
| HY4 Crafter MAN/TGE 2017 low frame chassis with rear extension | £7,000 |
Effortless manoeuvring with AL-KO
Manoeuvring is easier with the right caravan equipment: With a manoeuvring handle the uncoupled caravan is noticeably easier to move by hand. Electronic manoeuvring aids make even make physical work superfluous. You remotely instruct the system to drive into a tight parking space or garage - without human helpers. Even gradients up to a certain degree are not a problem. Many caravans can be retrofitted with this accessory.
So that the manoeuvring system also works optimally even in unfavourable ground conditions, you still need the right jockey wheel for your caravan. At AL-KO you’ll find a range of jockey wheel models with which you can manoeuvre optimally on both soft and hard ground. Extras such as an integrated wheel load indicator facilitate everyday life with the caravan.
AL-KO Self Levelling Systems
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Here at Thurton Auto Centre we understand what your motorhome means to you, and with that in mind we have developed a range of services to ensure your beloved motorhome or campervan is ready for the open road and your next adventure.
The whole team has a great work ethic
Lyn & Bo P - Wolfie Restoration
The customer service was 1st class.
John & Sharon King - Dethleff A Class Motorhome
I was pleasantly surprised to be given a bill much less than anticipated
John Barnes - Thurton resident
I can easily see why they get 5 stars
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I had my Ford Focus ecoboost cambelt and water pump changed today. I chose this garage because of the reviews and I can easily see why they get 5 stars. Fantastic service from start to finish. The ecoboost has a wet internal belt so it does need extra care, but when Ford wanted £2000 to carry the work out I looked else where. And that’s why I chose Thurton Auto Centre, and I would recommend you do the same. I cannot fault anything. All the parts used were genuine Ford and carried out to a high standard. The mechanic even showed me my old belt saying it was the right thing to do as it was on its way out! Thanks again.
Tom - Local resident
You don’t get that level of professionalism just anywhere
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Motorhome Buying Experience at Thurton Auto CentreMy wife and I bought a Detheffs Motor Home …. Right from the moment we arrived to just view the vehicle we were greeted by Kevin who was not overbearing like most high pressure salesman.. quite the opposite.!!! He explained all the features and left us to take our time to look inside and out and then after a while return to see if we had any questions.?? Which we had a few as we have never owned a Motor Home before…. We shook hands and left with absolutely no pressure to push us into a sale.… after we returned the next day we once again had to good guided tour of the home and we then decided to go ahead and purchase the Vehicle …. They then said the vehicle will go into the valeting shop for a thorough clean inside and out not that it needed it ?? But my God what an amazing job they’ve done.Terry then came over to see us and between Kevin & Terry the whole process of buying with total confidence couldn’t have gone smoother.!!! Absolutely nothing was to much trouble .. you don’t get that level of professionalism just anywhere … For all our servicing and retro fits we will not be going anywhere else .. Thurton Auto Centre scores 10/10 For us ….Terry & Nicola Local residents
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I can't recommend this garage enough. I broke down on way to Bedfordshire and they sorted my car out straight away. Absolutely brilliant
Jacquline Cowan - Visitor to Norfolk
Five stars isnt enough i would give 10 if i could
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Drove down for the weekend from london and had something go wrong with my car. They managed to fit me in at really short notice and they didnt try to rip me off. I was able to drive back to london safely and without having to be inconvenienced by being stuck there until i found a way of fixing my car or getting it back. Five stars isnt enough i would give 10 if i could
Ben - Visitor to Norfolk
would recommend Thurton Auto Centre to anyone who are feeling let down by their own garage. They are an independently owned garage who genuinly wants to look after its customers hoping they will return, I certainly will.
Huge Thank You...
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