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RWC · RWC

Just bought my bus and going for first trip next week. Making sure everything works. problem with toilet. Pump is working but water not getting into bowl. The bus hasnt been used for a while so guessing pump diaghram has dried???? Toilet is set up so grey water pumps into toilet then to black water tank....

dorian · dorian

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-19/vodafone-tpg-claims-telstra-coverage-less-than-advertised/105300124Vodafone

keiron · keiron

I am planning to do the run from Bourke thru to Wentworth. During a study of the maps they indicate there are 2 possible routes; 1 road on the western side of the Darling, and 1 on the eastern side. Not wanting to down 1 and return on the other, I am seeking suggestions from fellow travellers as to which road...

2oldducks · 2oldducks

Hello I was wondering if anyone has driven to Cape Leveque and the Bays over the past couple of days. Visitor Information suggested that the drive out to Beagle Bay could have water and/or high risk of being bogged due to recent rain. We are in Broome and it was on my bucket list to see Cape Leveque. How...

Brianvicki · Brianvicki

The brush strip on our door was very worn, so I bought and fitted a new strip purchased from a caravan place in Perth, but is doesnt seem to want to sit straight on the corners, any thoughts ?

Drummo · Drummo

Hi all. What do you reckon the maximum 2 Litre Ford Ranger Bi Turbo could tow safely. Cheers

2oldducks · 2oldducks

Hello I was told today that there is a flood watch for the Kimberlies. We wont be doing the Gibb River. A few day trips from Kununurra, then onto Derby via Fizroy Crossing. Then off to Broome and Cape Leveque. I was wondering if anyone knows if you can still do day trips from Kununurra to either Five Fing...

RoboLB · RoboLB

I was just checking our Campervan for a trip and found some gungy black mould! It was between the bed mattress and the fridge, so maybe caused by the warmth of the fridge (it stays on while parked up). Thankfully easy to clean up and no damage. Would it be worth leaving a de-humidifier going in the van whe...

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

Can anybody update on access to Inskip Ppint - specifically SAWARAK camps for a 21 ft van and regular 4WD. Or would DORRIGO be a better choice? This is the trouble with having to book in advance - without being able to see the place it's pretty difficult to decide wether we want to even stay! Appreciat...

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

Note: Automakers can collect intimate information that includes biometric data, genetic information, health diagnosis data, and even information on peoples sexual activities when drivers pair their smartphones to their vehicles. The automakers can then take that data and sell it or share...

freddy fingers · freddy fingers

Hi chaps, I have been reading with much confusion and interest regarding the legality of ball weights, without going deep into the subject could somebody please tell me what my tbw should be on my rig. The car is a 2016 land Rover disco series 4 v6 diesel with a stated ball weight of 350kg as long as my gvm i...

Silkwood · Silkwood

Hi people, hoping to get an idea of what's being used and what is reasonable. I am running an enerdrive 40a dc-dc in the canopy of the car, but have it set to 20a at the moment. I am now towing a caravan (god help me!) and it is currently running 1 x 25a dc-dc to the van batteries. There is another 25A unit avail...

Phil Egan · Phil Egan

If anyone is thinking about towing a reasonable sized van along this route think again! We just travelled yesterday and the road conditions are nothing short of atrocious! LARGE pot holes in middle of road along the route, heaps of truck damage on road sides, road works with traffic lights in about th...

Bas + Eve · Bas + Eve

Finding many stockists are short on various Dometic and other manufacturers parts, incl window blades, Thetford stove parts etc. I ordered a part from the USA and received it at my door in 2 days. 1/2 the price in Aus, incl the exchange rate and shipping.

Brianvicki · Brianvicki

Im want to replace our current cheap 12v tv in the van and looking at the Englaon 24 I would like to be able to connect to my modem and watch Netflix, 7 +, tenplay etc and have good sound is there any other alternative, also Bunnings online seem to have it a lot cheaper ? https://www.bunnings.com.au/engla...

Rosiebob · Rosiebob

Hi all we have a 2008 Iveco daily 3 ltr turbo diesel motorhome named Molly can anyone direct me to get a new intercooler for her thats not going to cost a kidney cheers and thanks Rosie Glenny and Molly

Mark n Sharon · Mark n Sharon

Hi all, My wife and I have started a year long journey with our Jurgens Skygazer in the last few weeks. We are currently at Port Arlington in Victoria and I have noticed a slide pivot for the awning has detached from the rivet. From what I can see online its called the slide pivot awning assembly, though ex...

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

Chlorine still doesn't have the green light for sterilization of water from organiccontaminated sources.Hydrogen Peroxide still best IMHO, but more expensive. total oxidation and zero residue! Thousands of Water Systems Across US Have Dangerous Cancer-Causing Chemicals April 12, 2025, T...

Nate James · Nate James

Hi all, Just wanting to get advice on how I can set up my caravan battery setup. I currently have a 2009 Jayco Flamingo Van, installed is just a single battery. I was wondering what I need to have A) a digital display, B) What sort of charger I need installed to charge the battery so it doesnt overcharge,...

keiron · keiron

I have a Starcraft 2010 model caravan with Queen bed. I now find the queen is no longer serviceable and wish to replace it with 2 x single beds. Allows more room to move. I would like to hear from anyone who has done this modification, and some comments on associated costs. Many thanks

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	TMC deluxe marine electric 12v toilet (Preview) Just bought my bus and going for first trip next week. Making sure everything works. problem with toilet. Pump is working but water not getting into bowl. The bus hasnt been used for a while so guessing pump diaghram has dried???? Toilet is set up so grey water pumps into toilet then to black water tank....	RWC	1	360	02:11 PM Jun 16, 2025 by TimTim
	Vodafone alleges rival Telstra misled customers on mobile coverage (Preview) https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-19/vodafone-tpg-claims-telstra-coverage-less-than-advertised/105300124Vodafone	dorian	11	815	01:02 PM Jun 7, 2025 by Cupie
	darling river run (Preview) I am planning to do the run from Bourke thru to Wentworth. During a study of the maps they indicate there are 2 possible routes; 1 road on the western side of the Darling, and 1 on the eastern side. Not wanting to down 1 and return on the other, I am seeking suggestions from fellow travellers as to which road...	keiron	5	550	04:02 PM Jun 5, 2025 by bristte
	Cape Leveque closures (Preview) Hello I was wondering if anyone has driven to Cape Leveque and the Bays over the past couple of days. Visitor Information suggested that the drive out to Beagle Bay could have water and/or high risk of being bogged due to recent rain. We are in Broome and it was on my bucket list to see Cape Leveque. How...	2oldducks	0	428	03:56 PM Jun 5, 2025 by 2oldducks
	Fly screen door brush strip (Preview) The brush strip on our door was very worn, so I bought and fitted a new strip purchased from a caravan place in Perth, but is doesnt seem to want to sit straight on the corners, any thoughts ?	Brianvicki	0	313	10:50 AM Jun 5, 2025 by Brianvicki
	2 Litre Ford Ranger Bi Turbo (Preview) Hi all. What do you reckon the maximum 2 Litre Ford Ranger Bi Turbo could tow safely. Cheers	Drummo	8	897	01:13 PM Jun 2, 2025 by Cupie
	Kimberlies - stick with the plan or bail out given current flood watch (Preview) Hello I was told today that there is a flood watch for the Kimberlies. We wont be doing the Gibb River. A few day trips from Kununurra, then onto Derby via Fizroy Crossing. Then off to Broome and Cape Leveque. I was wondering if anyone knows if you can still do day trips from Kununurra to either Five Fing...	2oldducks	7	555	06:19 PM May 28, 2025 by Peter_n_Margaret
	De-Humidifier for Campervan? (Preview) I was just checking our Campervan for a trip and found some gungy black mould! It was between the bed mattress and the fridge, so maybe caused by the warmth of the fridge (it stays on while parked up). Thankfully easy to clean up and no damage. Would it be worth leaving a de-humidifier going in the van whe...	RoboLB	2	390	04:29 PM May 26, 2025 by RoboLB
	Access to INSKIP POINT (Preview) Can anybody update on access to Inskip Ppint - specifically SAWARAK camps for a 21 ft van and regular 4WD. Or would DORRIGO be a better choice? This is the trouble with having to book in advance - without being able to see the place it's pretty difficult to decide wether we want to even stay! Appreciat...	Brodie Allen	2	590	11:54 AM May 22, 2025 by Brodie Allen
	Privacy - what's that? (Preview) Note: Automakers can collect intimate information that includes biometric data, genetic information, health diagnosis data, and even information on peoples sexual activities when drivers pair their smartphones to their vehicles. The automakers can then take that data and sell it or share...	Brodie Allen	10	1061	08:15 AM May 21, 2025 by Possum3
	question regarding ball weights (Preview) Hi chaps, I have been reading with much confusion and interest regarding the legality of ball weights, without going deep into the subject could somebody please tell me what my tbw should be on my rig. The car is a 2016 land Rover disco series 4 v6 diesel with a stated ball weight of 350kg as long as my gvm i...	freddy fingers	10	777	01:25 PM May 19, 2025 by montie
	What size DC-DC chargers are you using? (Preview) Hi people, hoping to get an idea of what's being used and what is reasonable. I am running an enerdrive 40a dc-dc in the canopy of the car, but have it set to 20a at the moment. I am now towing a caravan (god help me!) and it is currently running 1 x 25a dc-dc to the van batteries. There is another 25A unit avail...	Silkwood	7	690	04:22 PM May 18, 2025 by Silkwood
	Road condition from Armidale to Coutts Crossing Grafton (Preview) If anyone is thinking about towing a reasonable sized van along this route think again! We just travelled yesterday and the road conditions are nothing short of atrocious! LARGE pot holes in middle of road along the route, heaps of truck damage on road sides, road works with traffic lights in about th...	Phil Egan	0	278	08:23 AM May 14, 2025 by Phil Egan
	Parts (Preview) Finding many stockists are short on various Dometic and other manufacturers parts, incl window blades, Thetford stove parts etc. I ordered a part from the USA and received it at my door in 2 days. 1/2 the price in Aus, incl the exchange rate and shipping.	Bas + Eve	1	405	05:19 PM May 12, 2025 by Geeco
	Englaon TV’s (Preview) Im want to replace our current cheap 12v tv in the van and looking at the Englaon 24 I would like to be able to connect to my modem and watch Netflix, 7 +, tenplay etc and have good sound is there any other alternative, also Bunnings online seem to have it a lot cheaper ? https://www.bunnings.com.au/engla...	Brianvicki	19	3828	02:12 PM May 10, 2025 by Brodie Allen
	2008 Iveco daily intercooler (Preview) Hi all we have a 2008 Iveco daily 3 ltr turbo diesel motorhome named Molly can anyone direct me to get a new intercooler for her thats not going to cost a kidney cheers and thanks Rosie Glenny and Molly	Rosiebob	1	399	04:29 PM May 6, 2025 by Peter_n_Margaret
	Dometic Awning 8500 series slide pivot and slide rafter (Preview) Hi all, My wife and I have started a year long journey with our Jurgens Skygazer in the last few weeks. We are currently at Port Arlington in Victoria and I have noticed a slide pivot for the awning has detached from the rivet. From what I can see online its called the slide pivot awning assembly, though ex...	Mark n Sharon	2	375	07:29 AM May 5, 2025 by DMaxer
	Water disinfectants (Preview) Chlorine still doesn't have the green light for sterilization of water from organiccontaminated sources.Hydrogen Peroxide still best IMHO, but more expensive. total oxidation and zero residue! Thousands of Water Systems Across US Have Dangerous Cancer-Causing Chemicals April 12, 2025, T...	Brodie Allen	8	622	05:07 PM May 2, 2025 by Brodie Allen
	Caravan Battery setup (Preview) Hi all, Just wanting to get advice on how I can set up my caravan battery setup. I currently have a 2009 Jayco Flamingo Van, installed is just a single battery. I was wondering what I need to have A) a digital display, B) What sort of charger I need installed to charge the battery so it doesnt overcharge,...	Nate James	2	621	05:48 PM Apr 29, 2025 by TimTim
	single beds to replace queen (Preview) I have a Starcraft 2010 model caravan with Queen bed. I now find the queen is no longer serviceable and wish to replace it with 2 x single beds. Allows more room to move. I would like to hear from anyone who has done this modification, and some comments on associated costs. Many thanks	keiron	7	739	10:49 AM Apr 29, 2025 by Brodie Allen
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