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Using the Recommendations forum
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Please click on the appropriate forum above (at this stage either Mechanics or Caravan Parks) and start each new post with what you are recommending and where they are, for example “Great mechanic in Robe” and then perhaps discuss why you would recommend that business and provide their name and nu...
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160 watt lightweight portable solar panel
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Usual disclaimer, I am not associated with anyone selling anything I recently purchased a lightweight (5 Kg), 160 watt portable, fold-up solar panel, from eBay The seller was outbaxcamping The regulator had come adrift in transport, and was reading much too high voltage After communicating this...
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Rinnai bbq parts .
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Hi Guys ,just cleaned the bbq down at home ready for the summer and the` flame tamer` plate (looks like a steel plate with louvres in )which covers the flame on open grill part has finally fell apart. Rinnai has quit NZ as regards bbq`s and so no longer available .Any one know of a spares place in Aussie t...
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Slideout problems
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Can anyone recommend a service centre near Sunshine Coast -need someone to check 2012 winnebago esperance slideout issue. slideout goes out fine, but is very reluctant to come back in. Need to push button a few times before it finally decides to come back in. TIA
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Big Lug American seeking Big Lap advice.
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Been so thankful for recent help on this forum, especially the warnings on drop bears, I'll be sure to wear my pith helmet. Advice so far: Do 3 month laps because overlapping eVisitor Subclass 651 visas are the easiest to obtain, and the wife will tell me to go wank a wombat after 3 months in the bush if I t...
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Camel
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Hi all. Just passing on a good experience. After Avan replying to a request for replacement vents with sorry we dont stock them anymore. Not even suggesting where I could buy them. I found them on Camec website. Delivered two days after placing order. I have subsequently ordered other stuff and they...
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Caravan Insurance
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Hello, we are newbies at GN havent had our aluminium tent out as yet because we havent got insurance on her yet. Is there any insurance companies that you would recommend, that dont charge like wounded bulls? :thankyou so much Have a great day
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Best Airiel
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Hello friends, My husband and I have bought our first caravan, 1988 18ft coromal a golden oldie but we sure are proud of her. We are currently personalising her with a sound system, tv etc. Would appreciate any advice on what would be the best antenna to buy, one that wont break the bank lol. Thankyou so m...
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Temora Warbirds
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Warbirds Downunder 2018 will encompass both an evening airshow on Friday October 12 and a full airshow program on Saturday October 13. Warbirds Downunder 2015 saw the largest gathering of Warbird Aircraft Australia has ever seen, and the 2018 airshow promises to be just as impressive with the poss...
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Nextgen Caravan advice
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Hi Folk, My wife and I went to the recent Brisbane caravan show with the aim to look at caravans in the 20 ft category. We were impressed with the Nextgen Blackline van, it had what appeared to be good quality finishes and inclusions. We are hoping that some Nextgen caravan owners may be able to tell us wha...
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What to tow with???
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Hi all, We are only 18 months off becoming grey Nomads and travelling our great country full time. my problem is what vehicle do I use to tow my 2600 kg Van, dual axle.Really could do with some advice please from you experienced lot. thanks in advance.
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GVM. Upgrade.
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just had my Toyota Ute GVM Uprade done at Malaga Suspensions perth very helpful , no more worrying about overloading.
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Bundaberg,qld. papparDelles Italian restaurant
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omg. Strop and i went out for lunch today and came across this restaurant. Homemade lasagne. As good as i used to make. Real italian cooking. Now i am home, i just want to go back for another helping. So good. Have wine as well. and we got 20% senior discount. -- Edited by the rocket on Tuesday 5th of June 201...
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Recommenantions on where to stay?
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We are travelling from Sydney to the Gold Coast in November. Its our first big trip outside of our local area. We are planning on travelling half way and staying overnight then making our way to the Gold Coast where we will stay for 3 nights. We will then be free to travel for about 10 days. What are peoples...
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buying a camper trailer advice
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hi all, my wife and i are hoping to hit the road in the near future as new grey nomads and new to the site. we are looking to buy a camper trailer for under $20000, it needs to be decent off road and for two to travel and use as a home for many months. we are looking at the mars 2 pac for $1699 plus on road costs. any...
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Dmax vs Ranger
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Hi all, I am about to part with my hard earned for a new tow vehicle. Considering the Dmax crew cab ute or the Ranger crew cab ute. Looking at fitting Clearview mirrors Redarc brake controller Canopy Opposite lock steel bullbar Snorkel Dual battery, under bonnet Long range fuel tank I also wish to fit a...
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Bushmaster Caravan
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We also have a Bushmaster caravan.We have had our van for about 3 years with a couple of minor problems at first but Terry would always be more than happy to help. I think when you deal with the person who builds the van and not some fast talking salesman who is mainly concerned with his or her commission...
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Caravan Repairs Gawler SA
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On a recent trip east we lost our van door and had the repairs done at Gawler Caravan Repairs.
Highly recommend them for their service and quality of workmanship
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When is to Old to begin Caravaning
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Can I please ask a question of those who are experienced? My husband, who is turning 70 this year and I have just turned 60 would like set of into the sunset and travel this vast land of ours with a caravan. However it has been suggested that perhaps we are to old to start at our age. We are not experienced in...
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Water Piping.
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My van is 6 years old & I have had 2 plastic water lines split in the past 4 months, I have been thinking of replacing all the water lines with copper piping. has anyone had this problem & if so how did you overcome it. I would like any successful idea.
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