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Ian Richards · Ian Richards

Good Morning My name is Ian Richards, Heather & I reside at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast and are considering purchasing a new or good used caravan Tow Vehicle; New 2018 Toyota Prado 6 auto geared, 4 cylinder diesel, rated @ 3-ton towing, 250 Kg ball download, Retro fitted with Old Man Emu sports...

Donk · Donk

Hi Guys, Wanting to upgrade the suspension on our Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 (non air bag) for towing and dirt roads. Been reading reviews on Old man emu, ironman & EFS and for every positive review theres a negative one for all of them. Just wondering what are people using.

Warren-Pat_01 · Warren-Pat_01

G'day everyone, I have permission (seeing I can sit in the front seats reasonably well - I carry a built-in ladder with me all the time) to get a D-Max for our next vehicle. The new models apparently have the option of softer springs (3 leaves) on the rear. Are these any good for towing with approx. 180K...

Cowboy7307 · Cowboy7307

We have a ceramic heater for our little van and its suposed to have a thermostat in it, but it does not seem to work , i was wondering if it takes the cold air in the back and heats it ,and its the air going in that it takes the temp from , why i ask the van gets way to hot and it does not turn off the heater is one of the...

denmonkey · denmonkey

HI all, let me start by saying thanks to all those who offered there advice on the pop top strut replacements and for the tips provided. As always, the video is below but I wanted to share my experience in swapping these out. Seriously, for the money and time spent, it's a whole new world for me. I should p...

Treecrest · Treecrest

Hi I use Bluetooth for the phone calls, but how do I get an Iphone to use Bluetooth output for Podcasts? Any ideas? Thanks Glen

BW · BW

Has anyone been on the Road beside the Ord River on the Wyndham side , years ago I came across an old grave marked by a panican (Tin Mug).A little plarque saying it was the postman from the book We of The Never Never. Saying he drowned ,on the Rum in the river. Is it still there? it wasn't obvious when I was t...

the rocket · the rocket

hi everyone, i am planning on visiting the gympie area and cannot seem to find out how far it is from widgee showgrounds to chatsworth park. Qld, has anyone driven this area and know the answer. Also what are free camps like around kingaroy? Thanks love planning an adventure. -- Edited by the rocket on S...

briche · briche

Cheryl and I are celebrating our 33rd weeding anniversary today. We just wanted to say thank you to the many of you that have been part of our journey over the past 8 years. It has been a great pleasure to be part of this lifestyle. Due to circumstances we have been marking time but that is about to change a...

landy · landy

Hi all I had a hearing test on Thursday and was offered Oticon OPN S 3 MRITE hearing aids, has anybody got any personal experience with this brand or this hearing aid. Cheers Landy.

Ron-D · Ron-D

were leaving home Thursday and our first camp will be at Jugiong,then to Wagga Wagga then I dont hnow yet,would anyone know of any good camp spots from there were out for about 3 weeks then we will head home south coast of nsw.

PeterX · PeterX

https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/australian-4wd-hire-in-court-for-alleged-breaches-of-consumer-law-0Australian 4WD Hire in court for alleged breaches of consumer law18 April 2019 The A...

mezza56 · mezza56

i was reading the paper yesterday and read an article regarding the vegan activists . I noticed a placard held by one protestor it had the website watchdominion.com on it out of curiousity I had a look at a video on the site. I was saddened by the content as it shows how money rules human compassion. My wif...

1kanga1 · 1kanga1

Hi there, have Landcruiser cab chassis towing 14ft offroad caravan to Palm valley camping area at end of May.Has anyone done this recently and are there any hassles with doing this? Thanks

Tybion · Tybion

On a voluntary basis, we have created an interactive web map that shows Indigenous-owned art centres in northern Australia. We are working with the art centres and the number is growing over time. The system gives you practical advice about visiting remote art centres, and experiencing the loca...

waterman · waterman

Have been on the road for 2 mths and have a problem with the caravan wiring. all was OK and only started half way through the trip. The TV goes off if I turn any led lights on, it is the same if Iam on 240 volts and 12 vlt. All lights are 12 vlt and TV is run on 12vlt. Would anyone have an idea what is going on. Ch...

Tybion · Tybion

On a voluntary basis, we have created an interactive web map that shows some of the Indigenous-owned art centres in northern Australia. This web-site gives you practical advice about visiting remote art centres, and experiencing the local culture. I have attached a mini-poster (as a PDF), for if y...

Bru · Bru

Our awning was rapidly approaching its use by date and had a quote in Geelong of about $1500. Didn't like that much and decided to wait a bit longer. Now we are in northern NSW near Lismore, say a canvas vinyl sign so I popped in lucky I did. Now we have a quality awning of three layers. All made to measure and...

travelyounger · travelyounger

I have a 2017 dmaxspacecab and needs a Gvm upgrade to carry 3.5 or more payload has anyone out there had one done on there vehicle or other makes of 4wd Thanks

Happywanderer · Happywanderer

Has anyone picked up a small black and tan dog in Bogantungan which is between Sapphire and Alpha, QLD. A dark 4x4 towing a caravan was seen picking up this little guy about a week ago. His name is Footie and has a blue collar. Not microchipped. His family, especially the kiddies are distraught about the...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Considering purchasing a Jurgen Caravan or similar (Preview) Good Morning My name is Ian Richards, Heather & I reside at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast and are considering purchasing a new or good used caravan Tow Vehicle; New 2018 Toyota Prado 6 auto geared, 4 cylinder diesel, rated @ 3-ton towing, 250 Kg ball download, Retro fitted with Old Man Emu sports...	Ian Richards	5	3036	03:34 PM Apr 28, 2019 by Ian Richards
	Suspension upgrade (Preview) Hi Guys, Wanting to upgrade the suspension on our Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 (non air bag) for towing and dirt roads. Been reading reviews on Old man emu, ironman & EFS and for every positive review theres a negative one for all of them. Just wondering what are people using.	Donk	2	1512	09:29 AM Apr 28, 2019 by Donk
	Still looking - IZUZU D-Max (Preview) G'day everyone, I have permission (seeing I can sit in the front seats reasonably well - I carry a built-in ladder with me all the time) to get a D-Max for our next vehicle. The new models apparently have the option of softer springs (3 leaves) on the rear. Are these any good for towing with approx. 180K...	Warren-Pat_01	13	2121	07:42 PM Apr 27, 2019 by Wasley
	Ceramic heater (Preview) We have a ceramic heater for our little van and its suposed to have a thermostat in it, but it does not seem to work , i was wondering if it takes the cold air in the back and heats it ,and its the air going in that it takes the temp from , why i ask the van gets way to hot and it does not turn off the heater is one of the...	Cowboy7307	11	1294	09:28 PM Apr 25, 2019 by oldbloke
	pop top stut replacement done (includes video ) (Preview) HI all, let me start by saying thanks to all those who offered there advice on the pop top strut replacements and for the tips provided. As always, the video is below but I wanted to share my experience in swapping these out. Seriously, for the money and time spent, it's a whole new world for me. I should p...	denmonkey	6	2659	07:16 AM Apr 25, 2019 by Leshill
	How to get an Iphone to use Bluetooth output for Podcasts Bluetooth (Preview) Hi I use Bluetooth for the phone calls, but how do I get an Iphone to use Bluetooth output for Podcasts? Any ideas? Thanks Glen	Treecrest	3	1536	09:37 PM Apr 24, 2019 by Treecrest
	We of The Never Never Postman. (Preview) Has anyone been on the Road beside the Ord River on the Wyndham side , years ago I came across an old grave marked by a panican (Tin Mug).A little plarque saying it was the postman from the book We of The Never Never. Saying he drowned ,on the Rum in the river. Is it still there? it wasn't obvious when I was t...	BW	2	1416	08:27 PM Apr 23, 2019 by Peter_n_Margaret
	Widgee showgrounds to chatsworth pk qld (Preview) hi everyone, i am planning on visiting the gympie area and cannot seem to find out how far it is from widgee showgrounds to chatsworth park. Qld, has anyone driven this area and know the answer. Also what are free camps like around kingaroy? Thanks love planning an adventure. -- Edited by the rocket on S...	the rocket	9	1226	10:35 AM Apr 23, 2019 by the rocket
	Wedding anniversary (Preview) Cheryl and I are celebrating our 33rd weeding anniversary today. We just wanted to say thank you to the many of you that have been part of our journey over the past 8 years. It has been a great pleasure to be part of this lifestyle. Due to circumstances we have been marking time but that is about to change a...	briche	14	1356	07:46 AM Apr 23, 2019 by Radar
	Oticon hearing aids. (Preview) Hi all I had a hearing test on Thursday and was offered Oticon OPN S 3 MRITE hearing aids, has anybody got any personal experience with this brand or this hearing aid. Cheers Landy.	landy	10	1055	07:52 PM Apr 22, 2019 by landy
	Jugiong (Preview) were leaving home Thursday and our first camp will be at Jugiong,then to Wagga Wagga then I dont hnow yet,would anyone know of any good camp spots from there were out for about 3 weeks then we will head home south coast of nsw.	Ron-D	10	1341	02:51 PM Apr 22, 2019 by laurieoz
	australian-4wd-hire-in-court-for-alleged-breaches-of-consumer-law (Preview) https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/australian-4wd-hire-in-court-for-alleged-breaches-of-consumer-law-0Australian 4WD Hire in court for alleged breaches of consumer law18 April 2019 The A...	PeterX	1	1382	10:03 AM Apr 22, 2019 by Whenarewethere
	Animal rights ( 1 2 ) (closed) (Preview) i was reading the paper yesterday and read an article regarding the vegan activists . I noticed a placard held by one protestor it had the website watchdominion.com on it out of curiousity I had a look at a video on the site. I was saddened by the content as it shows how money rules human compassion. My wif...	mezza56	35	2756	04:51 PM Apr 21, 2019 by SouthernComfort
	Palm Valley at Finke River with caravan (Preview) Hi there, have Landcruiser cab chassis towing 14ft offroad caravan to Palm valley camping area at end of May.Has anyone done this recently and are there any hassles with doing this? Thanks	1kanga1	2	1116	02:07 PM Apr 21, 2019 by Leshill
	Travellers' map of Indigenous art centres aboriginal indigenous map indigenous art centres (Preview) On a voluntary basis, we have created an interactive web map that shows Indigenous-owned art centres in northern Australia. We are working with the art centres and the number is growing over time. The system gives you practical advice about visiting remote art centres, and experiencing the loca...	Tybion	1	1049	06:37 PM Apr 20, 2019 by Bru
	Electrical problem (Preview) Have been on the road for 2 mths and have a problem with the caravan wiring. all was OK and only started half way through the trip. The TV goes off if I turn any led lights on, it is the same if Iam on 240 volts and 12 vlt. All lights are 12 vlt and TV is run on 12vlt. Would anyone have an idea what is going on. Ch...	waterman	10	2134	02:27 PM Apr 20, 2019 by waterman
	Travellers' map of Indigenous art centres aboriginal indigenous map indigenous art centres (Preview) On a voluntary basis, we have created an interactive web map that shows some of the Indigenous-owned art centres in northern Australia. This web-site gives you practical advice about visiting remote art centres, and experiencing the local culture. I have attached a mini-poster (as a PDF), for if y...	Tybion	3	1442	10:33 AM Apr 20, 2019 by Tybion
	New Awning (Preview) Our awning was rapidly approaching its use by date and had a quote in Geelong of about $1500. Didn't like that much and decided to wait a bit longer. Now we are in northern NSW near Lismore, say a canvas vinyl sign so I popped in lucky I did. Now we have a quality awning of three layers. All made to measure and...	Bru	6	1368	08:21 AM Apr 20, 2019 by Bru
	Gvmupgrades (Preview) I have a 2017 dmaxspacecab and needs a Gvm upgrade to carry 3.5 or more payload has anyone out there had one done on there vehicle or other makes of 4wd Thanks	travelyounger	23	1733	06:21 AM Apr 20, 2019 by travelyounger
	Missing Dog (Preview) Has anyone picked up a small black and tan dog in Bogantungan which is between Sapphire and Alpha, QLD. A dark 4x4 towing a caravan was seen picking up this little guy about a week ago. His name is Footie and has a blue collar. Not microchipped. His family, especially the kiddies are distraught about the...	Happywanderer	4	1976	05:44 PM Apr 19, 2019 by Happywanderer
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