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Stuff I Should Buy?
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Sue and I recently had our first trip in our Concept 21' caravan (yay!) to the Fishermans Beach Holiday Park in Emu Park, Queensland. While there, we had lots of suggestions from other grey nomads about things we should purchase. Can I get some advice on these? Yes, No, Depends, and if Yes, maybe a br...
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Umpie1
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Hi Everyone, Very excited this end, Umpie1 needed a sink strainer for his Van. (see his Blog last week.) I sent him (Geoff) a PM and he replied to same. This morming I found a third set unopened, in the Cave. Sent Umpie1 a second PM, to let him know the good news and my number. If anyone else knows Geoffs deta...
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Old and Grey
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Aldi 4-July-20 - hand held UHF CBs
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https://www.aldi.com.au/en/special-buys/special-buys-sat-4-july/saturday-detail-wk27/ps/p/uniden-uhf-handheld-radio-3-pack/
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No insulation in caravans
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https://mobile.abc.net.au/news/2020-06-30/qld-highway-caravan-crash-s...
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Which way?
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Hi all - will keep this short for the time being Two questions - which way? - Port Augusta / Alice Springs / Tennant Creek / Broome / Geraldton / Kalgoorlie / Port Augusta or vice versa and when is the best time of the year to travel? (when things hopefully get back to normal) Any advice greatly appreciated...
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Caravan Park Costs
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Hi E1, Has anyone noticed the big increases in caravan park fees. Was looking at Wiki Camp looking for a park to stay at near the boarder, so that I would be ready to head into QLD when it opens. Now, I'm not particularly fussy, just as long as its got a power outlet and water. I couldn't find anything su...
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Starting out?
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Having a caravan in the UK and travelled around Europe, The wife and I are looking to do the big lap Having done a lot of truck driving around the lucky country I would like to take my time and visit the towns I only had driven through? We have been looking at pre-owned off-road and semi off-road rigs, I know...
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Another R.V product Coromal and Windsor to move to Brisbane.
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https://www.timetoroam.com.au/coromal-windsor-sold-apollo/
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Perth Motorhome Dealer
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Last week I purchased a lovely motorhome, my first. It is 14 years old, but in terrific condition and with low mileage. The south of river dealer in Perth was extremely friendly, and helpful - I would have said knowledgeable, BUT! He spent over an hour explaining how every thing worked to this newbie, w...
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Perth to Broome
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So. In the next few months (before Christmas at any rate) I am going North. First stop Broome. After that? Who knows?
I will not be taking the van or animals initially. Just me, the car and my pillow and sleeping bag (although I prefer real beds).
Suggestions on overnight stops? I will have to get the...
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Green dots to show pull over safe area
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Pull over to pass area coming up . Pre warning . Pic in Vic good idea .,
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Aus-Kiwi
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2006 Ford Transit Jumbo Lwb High Roof 5 Sp Manual Smart shift Van
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Hi 2006 Ford Transit Jumbo Lwb High Roof 5 Sp Manual Smart shift Van Used as a work vehicle.Has intermittent mechanical issues with the automatic shift hence the lower price. Still drives. Engine is still in good condition.I spoke to the owner Including the possibility of transmission failure....
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MDN
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Sometimes you wonder why……..
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Travelling in Northern NSW at the moment - went to the local RSL for a beer last night with my wife and was like trying to get into Fort Knox (which is fair enough have no qualms about that) but was a bit taken aback when told that if we wanted to play the Poker Machines only one of us could do so. When I said to...
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Birdsville , to Urandangi .
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HI, would like advice on roads ect to take a road van . 22ft Silverline from Birdsville to Urandangi Thanks MICKLE.
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Safe Pull overs to let faster traffic passed
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https://www.facebook.com/truckfriendly.com.au/posts/550469972315654
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Could a Laundry tub be used as a sink?
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Hi - while waiting for a van. I have been looking at different builds. my question is My thoughts - it has a deep sink - can be cheap - it is light and has cupboard under. your thoughts would be appreciated. Cheers Michael
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How to clean a water tank.
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I have just purchased a used Mercedes Sprinter RV. The previous owner assures me that the tank is clean but I am travelling to the northwest in Western Australia next week and would hate to find out, the hard way, that its not clean. How is the best way to go about cleaning the tank? I think its fibreglass o...
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Painted Silos at Yelarbon Qld.
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A photo of the silos at Yelarbon. Had a look last Thursday and stayed a night at the Yelarbon Recreation Grounds at a powered site $15.00. The facilities besides the laundry are closed as the volunteers cannot meet the Covid 19 rules to open them, but there is a dump point there plus a modern toilet in t...
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RV insurance
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Hello. After much deliberation (caravan or RV) I purchased a Mercedes SWB Sprinter yesterday. I was surprised to learn that my usual insurer, RAC WA, does not insure RVs. I have taken out a policy with CIL. What other options are out there? Id value the input of forum members please.
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SO WHAT DO WE DO NOW?
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Many of us will be getting into gear to hit the road now things are easing up. We are in Whyalla now and starting to head toward NT in time to cross border on 17th July. So what are you all doing? Would be interesting to how we are going to deal with "Our new found freedom."
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