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Dmax or ranger opinions
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Hi All, I?m interested to hear opinions on the current 3.2 Ford Ranger ,looking at the ranger ,Bt50(Isuzu) and of course Dmax , I currently have my 2nd Dmax and thought a change may be nice also availability. Mainly comments on fuel usage ,reliability Etc. Thanks in advance.
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Floriade caravan park
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We are looking at going to Floriade in Canberra this year and was wanting to know of a good caravan park within easy drive, was hoping to book this week
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Camp conditions after rain
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Would welcome comments regarding ground conditions in general locale central Queensland especially.
Are they mudholes or easily negotiable without sinking in the ground. Same for grassy vanparks. ????
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Brodie Allen
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Trailerjack Release Valve stuck
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The release valve seems to be stuck when I attempt to lower the van. I have managed to release it before and the van came flying down to the ground! Not good at all. Any advice on how to slowly lower it will be great. Cheers
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Outdoor cooking - Open burner cooker or closed lid type?
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I was just going through a few different choices of cooking outside my new motorhome and particularly the choice between open burner types and the closed lid type, such as Weber BabyQ's. I was looking through the Dometic website in particular which displayed both types. Not looking to start a war o...
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Replacing the bamboo slats in the base of my bed.
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Like most caravan owners, we have gone around and around in circles attempting to make what is a very uncomfortable mattress tolerable. After the usual mods such as mattress toppers, new mattress etc we have come to the conclusion that we need to replace the bamboo slats on the bed base that make life...
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What's the best smart TV for a caravan - Satelitte TV
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The original 22" TV (NCE - ever heard of it!!!!!) that came with my Retreat caravan is the worst piece of electrical (you know what) I have ever seen. Can anyone recommend a good quality (even smart) 12volt TV for use in a 24' caravan. I have been told that the brackets are universal. I live in Perth WA. A...
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Visiting Woomera and…..
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Hi - on the road at the moment and will be heading into South Aus in a few weeks. Intend spending at least two/three weeks travelling from Port Augusta up to Marree and back then towards Adelaide. However, was thinking once we get back to Port Augusta going up to Woomera, Roxby Downs and Andamooka for a...
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Off road or on road rig?
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All of a sudden there seems to be heaps of off road vans around. some big 22 footers that are as high as a block of flats, and not cheap to buy new. I tow at about 90kph and they go past me like I'm nailed to the fence. They seemed to have a very high centre of gravity, surely that wouldn't enhance stability? I on...
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Blue Sky Caravans.
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G'day all, we are looking to upgrade our caravan, and currently looking at a 2010 model. We are looking for feedback good or bad from past or present owners. Thanks in advance.
Mick n Evie Webb
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Toyota Prius as Tow Vehicle.
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https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/other/toyota-prius-becomes-ultimate-tow-vehicle-with-gooseneck-hitch-upgrade/ar-AAWTq2q?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=456af82b063b4814a03b789ee33e7e49&fullscreen=true#image=1
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Long Weekend
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Power to Bed lights
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Can anyone advise why I don't have Power To Bed lights on an Erin A Van 2003? Also No outside light? Thanks
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Satelite dish mounted on motorhome
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G'Day every one :) I am looking at getting a satelite dish mounted on my motorhome. I have a vast box inside. My question is which brand does every one have and are you happy with it? I was originally looking at the Satking Orbit about $3000.00 installed but have been lead towards a Leonardo costing $4400...
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brass monkey fridges
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Hi All Just wondering if any one has purchased a Brass Monkey brand fridge 90litre or recommend other brand that has been reliable like Engle . Would appreciate comments on the durability and reliability with Brass Monkey or other problems experienced if any. Kind regards BURGS Merry Christmas...
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Insurance cover for my new Motorhome
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Buying my first motorhome (new). I am 70 y.o. with a perfect driving record etc etc. Recently sold my caravan and the company that insured it do not cover Motorhomes. Any recommendations? I am googling motorhome insurance but these days google is not what it used to be. Just interested in who you may h...
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Wayne o
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Insurance quirks - beware
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In a conversation with my insurance agents it was mentioned while discussing General Contents and excess' that a problem may be with vans that have say 3 solar panels and are smitten by, say, hail - the three panels may attract the per item maximum (in my case $700) collectively - so I would only get $70...
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Brodie Allen
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clearview compact towing mirrors
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How do Grey Nomads find their Clearview compact towing mirrors with the mirror being convex only?
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Nullabor trip
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Our experience this week crossing the treeless plains: fuel is plentiful starting at Ceduna Shell at $1.54.9 Penong at $1.57 Nullabor Roadhouse $1.99. Power site with no water was $28 plus $1 for a shower. Eucla fuel at $1.89.9 Mundarabbila at $1.89.9 ****abiddy $1.98.9 Belladonia $1.94.3 Nors...
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Thetford toilet where to buy Please
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We need a new toilet for our 2004 5th wheeler it now has a Thetford & a 200ltr holding tank we are near Narrabri Thank You
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Tannymorel mural Qld.
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Saw this large mural the other day. It is in the small town of Tannymorel Qld. Tannymorel is not far from Killarney or Warwick. Only 172k from Brisbane. Killarney also has some lovely murals. The ones by the Heritage Centre and another across the road and up a bit. The blue cherry picker thingy is i...
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