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Question: Tyre ratings and letter codings
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I'm trying to establish optimum tyre pressures for my caravan so the first thing I did was to identify its tyres: Maxtrek, Sierra S6, LT235/75 R15 10PR 116/113S This seems to decode as: Light Truck - 235 width - 75% height - Radial - 15" rim - ?? - ??? I have no idea what the 10PR means and although I believe t...
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240 V a.c. isolator help for RV
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hey there nomads I was hoping someone may be able to point me in the right direction before I call an auto electrician. Went to turn the power switch on which I rarelly ever use however it seems the switch isnt clicking on and feels loose. Are there things I should look for to pinpoint what the issue is? any...
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Chinese Vans/RV. Interesting look.
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https://www.made-in-china.com/products-search/hot-china-products/Motorhome.html-- Edited by Brodie Allen on Friday 18th...
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Brodie Allen
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Moss Vale to Nowra
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Is it OK to tow a 28ft caravan from Moss Vale to Nowra, down the range?
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rovin
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Small retractable awning.
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Hi all,
Where do I go in Adelaide, (South would be good) to enquire about a small awning to fit on the rear of our Pop top.
Cheers. DR.
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Electric Car Price
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How many people out there, are going to be able to buy an electric car at approx $70k, also 5 years down the track a new battery at $8k? I know I will not have the money to do, it, even if my investments come in. And it is quite feasible that an electric car's electric motors, are likely to need replacing aft...
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Compressor, or 3 way fridge in a new caravan?
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I have to decide which fridge is going to be fitted into my new Crusader Caravan. 2 people maximum. Free camping as much as possible. 400ah of battery and plenty of solar. Which would be the better option in a new caravan? Many thanks.
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How to fill a petrol can: a reminder
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It's very simple; put the petrol can (or approved plastic container) on the ground next to the petrol pump and fill it. Today I passed through Ararat in Victoria and dropped into the Safeway fuel station; as I walked back to my vehicle I noticed a lady of about 70 years filling a 25L petrol container whic...
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Mike Harding
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New murals at Crows Nest. Qld.
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If you like murals these new ones at Crows Nest are a must see. Finished earlier this month. One on each side of the building.
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Help please
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Can anyone tell me what this round thermostat is for. It is in our new Coronet FS3 Pop Top. Two green wires connect to I don't know what. Can't seem to add pic. It is not for Air conditioner.
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GT0853
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GREY NOMADS 2
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It's back! Yep, for those that liked 'Grey Nomads', that funny couple in their motor home. well, season two is out next week on 'car sales.com.au A very funny look at our life style. Mmm, being called 'Grey Nomads' I wonder if they are Cindy and Mr Cindy ?? Sorry Cindy!!! I couldn't resist -- Edited...
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Best advice for a new traveller about to tour Australia ( What advice did you wish you knew before leaving)
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Hi all, I'm just checking in to say hi, and hopefully, I could pick your brains for some of your best tricks and tips that you wish you knew before setting off on your dream adventure around Australia. My name is Darran, and I have been a travelling Auto electrician for the past ten years working at vari...
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Spare Keys Security
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Hi, We are just about to start out on our first main trip in new caravan, we are likely to be away for up to 4 months. What is the best way of keeping a spare set of caravan and car keys? If anyone has any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Wraps for vehicles?
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does anyone have much experience with getting a wrap for paint protection on their truck/4wd/van? I recently caught up with a local small business at the Gold Coast (no affiliation or sponsorship) who gave me some great information
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Scott Chapman
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Caravan Club
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Is anyone on here a member of the Australian Caravan Club Thanks
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SNORKLE NOISE STOPPED SUDDENLY
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Hi , was hoping to find out why the usually loud engine noise coming out of our bt50 snorkle suddenly stopped . We were on on way back from the rough Macallister river area when all a sudden the noise stopped , at the top of the hill we pulled over and everything still seemed to be connected. Any ideas /theo...
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winter travels year two
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Hi all Nomads travelled up to Darwin and back from western Victoria last winter to escape the cold.looking at northern NSW some where around the Coffs Harbour region this year. looking for tips regarding best routes from Ballarat to Coffs, kind of weather to expect, things to do etc . camp site recomm...
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repairing mesh screen in expander bed end.
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When i was washing and packing away the bed ends after my last trip, i notice a 5cm tear in the bug screen of the bed pod. Can anyone recommend how to patch. Thanks in advance.
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western nsw
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Where are the best places to see the benefits of the recent rain/flooding. Planning (very loosely ) to go from sydney west and then north and return via coast.
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Damage From Solar Panelscame c
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Just a Heads Up to make sure that your Solar panels on the roof of your vans and vehicles are bolted securely. Last Tuesday I was traveling east on Princes Highway near Orbost,Vic, following a campervan when their rooftop panels suddenly came loose flying through the air and collided with my Toyota Ut...
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