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The future is NOW and it is coming our way
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Yes the future is coming our way and we will benefit from same, just like most inventions. I have edited this article as it is also referring the sharemarket, and do not like to give advice on the market. But it is coming .... believe it or not... No it is already here in China. Jay&Dee If you haven't vi...
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Old Farts in Caravan Parks.
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I'm sure this has been posted in the past, couldn't resist putting it up again, brings a smile to yer dial.
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Another "Accident"
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Must say that I'm surprised that there has been no comment on yesterdays Bruce Highway incident, where a Hilux was flipped into a ditch when the camper trailer it was towing developed a sway,taking both vehicles off the road.Following car had dash cam,and all was on channel 7 news.Cheers
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Stinky fridge
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Recently we parked the van up for a few days and ended up away for two weeks . Coming back to a smelly van. Long story short fridge stopped working , everything went off including chicken fillets and mince . Some blood leaked out . Have cleaned the fridge but smell still persists any tips , we put carb soda i...
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Old Photos
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Hi Nomads, We are slowly tidying up our home and getting rid of a lot of old stuff. I am wondering is there an app or program I could use where I may scan our old photos from the shoeboxes and store them digitally. Has anyone done this with there cherished old pics? Regards Angie
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EV ROAD TAX
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"Over 75 per cent of road users support an electric vehicle usage fee, a survey by the Australian Automobile Association has found.The fuel excise earns the government $18 billion a year, but electric vehicle owners arent contributing.Automobile Association of Australia Managing Director Mic...
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Caravan TV Antenna
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Hi All I am upgrading our TV antenna to a Directional antenna which I want to mount on top of the Caravan. Has anyone any suggestions? there appears to be many on the market ranging from around $50 to $300.I was looking at the GME AE 3000 Digital TV Antenna at $219 or the Milenco Digital at around $300.An...
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Newbie advice - what car to buy Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
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OK OK OK now you're going to say "For $#@^ sake, when is he going to make up his mind? I'm still waiting for my redundancy payout. Now that's a good thing because it means I'm still on a salary but waiting a bit longer to travel. Has anybody got any feedback on the Pajero Sport? As opposed to the MUX? R...
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Witch Automatic Satelite Dish
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Witch is the best Automatic Satelitte dish we have a Vast & have taken it to Mackay from Narrabri & Twice & its not working again
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Silver City Highway
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We have been in Broken Hill for the last 4 days and had the intention of travelling to Mildura via the Silver City Highway tomorrow. Unfortunately we have been advised that the road has been closed in both directions (since yesterday) and the NSW RTA are now telling motorists to take a 9 hr detour and go v...
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Sealing joints.
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Want to properly dust seal under the van, like around wheel arches etc. What are the recommendations of sealants to use please. Joe. Edit: Also, what is recommended for proper cleaning prior to using a sealant to ensure good adhesion. Joe -- Edited by Farmhat on Saturday 26th of October 2019 01:34:2...
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Recovering Fifth Wheeler when the tug breaks down.
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A friend told me that when his tug broke down the tow company put the car on the tray & towed his caravan. I am considering getting a fifthy & wondered if tow companies had a way of hooking up the van if my tug breaks down. Has anyone had or knows someone that had this experience? -- Edited by ian72 on...
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Avida longrech
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can anybody tell me about the front suspension on a longreach please. Im thinking of purchasing one and Ive been told you need to upgrade the suspension as it rid s a bit rough. And if anyone knows the cost to do it
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headmont
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Hope I got a bargain..
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A few days ago I saw a Face Book market place advert for batteries suitable for our van. I got 3 x 100 amp/hr for $220 to replace the two we have been using. I took the bathroom scales and my ubeaut battery tester. They weigh 31.7kg and show up as 100% good batteries. The two old batteries are showing 13% and 6...
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Wanted Outboard Motor Carrier
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Hi guy, have any of you got an Outboard Motor Carrier that you are no longer using, I am looking at purchasing one to fit onto my van..
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Caravan weights interesting numbers
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https://www.facebook.com/100453416678768/posts/2648157818574969?sfns=mo
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Woody n Sue
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Seeking advice on best motorhome engine options
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Hi all, we're looking at getting into Motorhoming, but budget wise we are limited to refurbished ex rental units in the 50-70k $$ range. I'm looking for advice from those who have "been there, done that" on what is the best, most reliable engine options to go with. From what I have found so far, there ar...
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New Van
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Hi All, I am looking at purchasing a new van to do the Big Lap next year approx 40K, the vans i have in mind are NewGen, Cedar, Billabong & Condor Any thoughts Cheers David
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Patrolguy
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For when you get bored sitting in the Queensland sunshine
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http://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-10-24/outback-barcaldine-motorhome-guinness-world-record/11635758
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Sprinter or Ford Transit
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I've heard that the Sprinter is a difficult one to locate mechanics in the country areas here in Australia and that a Ford Transit would be the better choice. I've also heard that the Sprinter is very expensive when facing any repairs. Who has learned information on what might be a good choice of simila...
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