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Can you get paperwork, like instruction manuals?
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We just bought this van secondhand, and it came with nothing. We get the idea from previous vans how to work things, but I like physical copies, in case we have no internet to look it up. I mean: the 3 way fridge, the gas stove top, the grill, the electric pump for the water, the roll out awning, the van itsel...
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Bubble Wrap, does it work for the cold/heat.for caravans.
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I have posted the info below on another forum. Thought I would throw it in here to get your thoughts re the article on bubble wrap. ""My wife... Dee.... was telling me that she heard on TV. that the Federal Government is thinking of instigating a federal loan to householders to the value of $50,000.I am g...
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Winters Here
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Finally after a long time with only a few short trips (for various reasons)since Christmas, we are heading off on Monday to the Kimberley's. Planning on taking a couple of weeks to get North via the Inland Hwy and then spend a couple of months looking around, then another month coming back via the Coast...
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PORT OF AIRLIE CAR PARK
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Hi all seeking a bit of advice ... planning a trip up to Airlie beach and take a day trip out to the islands . Closest car parks to ferry departure is the port of Airlie car park and the marina car park . Has anyone used these parking bays ? and which would you recommend for a small lmotorhome ? or caravan Obvio...
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border Crossing
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What are the rules about taking fruit and vegies across the various borders NSW/ VIC VIC/ SA and SA/Wa - is there a wesite you can check
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Tow behind vehicle
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Hi all weve been on the road since February and have no immediate plans to stop , we have our licenses and rego listed at our daughters address in NSW , our question is does anyone know the rules regarding a tow vehicle , do we have to have a nsw registered car , can we tow a loan vehicle from a relative that liv...
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Tow behind vehicle
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Hi all weve been on the road since February and have no immediate plans to stop , we have our licenses and rego listed at our daughters address in NSW , our question is does anyone know the rules regarding a tow vehicle , do we have to have a nsw registered car , can we tow a loan vehicle from a relative that liv...
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Baby dragged from campervan by dingo
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https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/dingo-drags-toddler-away-from-campervan-on-fraser-island-20190419-p51fjx.html
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Winching a caravan?
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I regularly (like now) take my caravan deep into the bush through forests and on tracks that are more 4WD than 2WD and on one occasion was forced to stay an extra week to allow the track to dry out in order to tow the van out. Although I am very careful and try to inspect the tracks in the 4WD vehicle befo...
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Gas top ignitor not working
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Just checked the gas top coils and discoveredthat thew ignitor was not working. How do I check and or replace ignitor. T Could there may be some gunk/ didt andgrease causing the malfunction. Checked Utube but not much info there. If I can not get a quick fix, then I will call in a gas fitter. But!!!! any...
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Gold fossicking
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I will be in the Meekatharra, Cue & Mt Magnet localities soon trying to find that elusive nugget, any other gold hunters are welcome to join me, can compare notes, stories and dreams around the campfire.
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ANU - Caravan Research Project
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Hi 'Vanners The Australian National University, ANU College of Law is conducting research to identify whether the Australian consumer law and the Australian vehicle standards are ineffective in ensuring that only caravans that are fit for purpose are used on Australian roads. The proj...
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Truckies V Caravaners, Have your say.
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I have read with much interest the comments by many regarding truckies disregard for the traffic laws regarding speeding , bad driving in that they try to bully other drivers into giving way or when changing lanes. Than on the other side, truckies complaining about caravan drivers not having the s...
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Gold Detecting Golden Triangle
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Is anyone going to be around Dunolly Victoria between Christmas & New Year 2019. Would like to find like minded prospectors to fossick & detect gold with. Chellbells
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Endless hot water system.
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we have this system, installed at the time of building a new van in 2012. It has never been 100% satisfactory. It has been recommended to us by the distributor that improvements have been made and that we should be happy with the new digital model. Does anyone have any experience with this upgrade? Loo...
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Hot water service issue
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We are currently heading for QLD and are in Armidale. Had a shower this morning and heard water spraying in the wall cavity of the shower buggar.
Our van is a jayco heritage 2007 model, there is a removable moulded piece with hot and cold taps I am considering taking this off to have a look hoping to find t...
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Cost of seeing a doctor
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I went to a doctor surgery a few days ago, to get my annual (free) flu shot They also offered, and I accepted, a (free) pneumonia shotWhile waiting the compulsory fifteen minutes after the shots, I was watching the info ads on the in house TVThey were showing adverts about people saying that they could n...
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Recommend a repairer.
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Just like to say that we had our water heater repaired on site in Cairns by Babinda Mobile Caravan Repairs.
Husband and wife team who came to the park we were in, fixed the problem, made up a new tv aerial as well and charged only $200.
Very happy with their service and knowledge. Would highly recommend...
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Wallpaper Preparation
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I am wanting to wallpaper my RV bedroom, I have been advised that the glue might not stick to the shiny surface so need to use a special product called Grippon (i think) first. Has anyone experienced the wallpapering job, how did you prepare the walls. Your advise would be very much appreciated thanks....
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Wagal Rock, WA
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Planning to visit Wagal Rock, WA this year as I come down through inner WA. Looks like the best place to camp is in Cue, WA. Does anyone know the distance from Cue to Wagal Rock as I will just make it a full day trip from Cue. Would appreciate any other areas/places to see along the Great Northern Highway....
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