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Melbourne goes from ‘most liveable city’ to congested mess.
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I've always found Melbourne less than enticing, not sure of exactly what the attraction is, now with overcrowding and social problems there is even less reason to visit.https://thenewdaily.com.au/money/finance-news/2018/03/06/melbourne-unliveable/ -- Edited by Santa on Wednesday 7th o...
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Roads Guide?
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Can anyone point me in the right direction to get information on which roads in Victoria are not suitable for caravans. Eg. Very windy or steep etc.
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Bad PR.
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Had a new awning fitted by a well known repairer in Canberra (Lloyds Caravan Repairs). When we went to collect 'van, nobody came out to check that everything worked to both our satisfaction. Took our money, no problem. When I asked if one of their staff would help me check the new awning, "nup, can't, t...
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What to look for when purchasing a Campervan
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Hi all I haven't been on here for a number of years for various reasons non very interesting haha, hope everyone is well. Originally I had an Avan Sportliner that I towed with my Suburu. I sold the Avan after moving to Qld but am now back in Vic and thinking this time I will look for a camper van as my curren...
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Fitted Sheets
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Can anybody suggest a retailer in Australia where I can purchase fitted sheets for Caravan single bed 1700x70?
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Sydney: Everyone has an escape plan
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Now it's Sydney's turn, bit of journalistic point scoring going on here I think.http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-03-14/the-big-sydney-escape/9524180
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Tent nomad
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Has any one permantly used tent as main sleeping etc i was thinking of setting up a tradytrailer as my kitchen etc and have solar battery set up. I would paint and fish i gave a stuffed back have to talk about morphine and traveling i hear its a pain to get interstate with perscription. Im in pain here so no d...
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WRONG DIESEL FILTERS TOYOTA
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If you drive a landcruiser 100 / 105 series with 4.2 diesel. 1HZ & 1HD-FTE. You may have the wrong fuel filter in it . Some of the big name brands have got it wrong. Fuel filters for the 80 series LC not the best for the 100 /105 series. Go to You Tube & take a look at Berrima Diesel ( wrong diesel fil...
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VC in Qld
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Has anyone dealt with Vehicle Components in Qld , wondering what their service was like , they are pathetic with following up on E enquiries , I emailed them for a price to retrofit our suspension thru their website , to date haven't heard back in two weeks to my original enquiry a week back I rang and some...
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Guildford WA
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Hi, Does anyone know where we can stay in our Motorhome for a few nights in Guildford WA [nr Perth]
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Water supply gauge.
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My old caravan has 3 holding water tanks each measuring approx 1200x800x120. Water all clean and clear so assume none used as grey water ... Anyway my problem is that I havent got a clue how much or little water is in them. No visible gauge or anything to know. I take the chickens way out and simply fill all...
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IVECO DAILY C5018 FUEL TANK DIAGRAME
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Hi all.... Im after a diagram of the Iveco Daily C5018 fuel tank.. I need to replace the fuel tank breather line and want to know the part number and how it fits/works.. I have the workshop manual from online and nothing is there.. Mike
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Summer Air Cond. looks great
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https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/12V-Semicon ... 2794394735For a long time I have been looking for a 12 volt summer air Conditioner for our van.. Something along the lines of a diesel heater.Well I have just came across this unit as per above ebay link.It appears to be a mini style refrigerant A/C. and...
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Delving into the complex and controversial issue of regulation in the RV industry.
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Gday... This contains probably very little that those who frequent, read and post on this, and other relevant, forums are not aware of from personal experience or from the experiences of others. This is the opening sentence - "Theres probably no bigger issue facing the RV industry today than that of...
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Porta-Botes? Any experience or views
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Hi .. A friend of mine who fishes regularly from his Hobie kayak has decided that this is rather 'selfish' and wants to take his other half out with him. Do any other members have experience or knowledge of folding boats and in particular 'Porta-Botes'? Thanks in advance. -- Edited by Cupie on Sunday...
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Portable Air Conditioners - any good?
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I have recently been getting lots of adds for Portable Reverse Cycle Air Conditioners. They sell for around $400 and are rated at 14,000BTU. Has anyone had experience with them in the tropics?
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Towing up from Landsborough to Maleny
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I intend going from Brisbane to around Conondale next weekend & am currently planning my route. The shortest way is through Maleny but the bit from Landsborough is reportedly rather steep. Has anyone pulled a van up the range from Landsborough to Maleny? How steep is it in comparison with range...
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Removing black streaks - what works for me
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Hi all, As many have, I get the usual black streaks down the paintwork after a good rain on the van. In particular the older rubbers on the windows seem to be the main culprit. Over the past 12months or so, I've tried a few varying products without being overly happy with either their success or price. So...
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Bumper salmon season expected for WA,
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If the season goes as expected, it would follow on from two other exceptional years, where the sheer volume of salmon saw swimmers in Perth and Rockingham ducking to avoid leaping schools of fish.http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-03-09/bumper-wa-salmon-season-on-the-cards/9529714'HEY...
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FIRE ON PRINCES HIGHWAY-WEST OF COLAC
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Important alert for people in Victoria UPDATE 1:20pm AEDT WATCH & ACT remains in place for a grassfire along the Prince Highway near Pirron Yallock, west of Colac. Vic Emergency says the fire is not yet under control and is travelling in a south-easterly direction towards Pirron Yallock and Swa...
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