Hints, Tips and Great ideas

Webmaster · Webmaster

Hi all, We’ve collected a huge amount of hints, tips and great ideas from members since the ‘hints, tips and great ideas’ thread started approximately 18 months ago. It’s a great resource but it has become quite difficult to navigate and several members have suggested breaking it up by topic. I wi...

Boroma577 · Boroma577

After reading the recent threads on the water hose bag etc and the info on the Generic Nappy Soaker, I thought it might be good to have a thread specific to various hints and tips etc.We are all quiet clever at coming up with ideas to make our lives on the road better in one way or another so now is the time to...

tonyob · tonyob

We are looking at fitting a drawer in the rear of our pajero, similar to this: https://www.4wdsupacentre.com.au/products/rear-drawers.html The question is that under the drawer are the rear fold down seats which we don't need and are happy to remove. Has anyone seen a rear drawer or system that al...

Craig1 · Craig1

If you have a split system Herron Air command or similar and have an unexplained draught whistling around, have a look at where the two white insulated pipes enter and exit the van. Ours had a 'mistake hole " of 50mm, plus the one they used drilled through bottom of cupboard wall next to rear of unit. A cle...

Bigglesinoz · Bigglesinoz

Hi, i'm just wondering if some enterprising person can start up a FB page/group called 'CampWatch'. The whole idea is similar to the Neighbourhood Watch idea. Thinking along the lines of Promo stickers, keyring things etc to raise money and awareness of like minded campers/travelers/ nomads or w...

The Blackies · The Blackies

I am considering wallpapering the bedroom in our RV. Would I be smart by using a sealer like Gripper on the veneer before glueing the wallpaper. I was thinking the Gripper sealer would help the glue to stick better. Appreciate all input on this. Thanks The Blackies

Treecrest · Treecrest

I got this idea from another vaner. The solenoids were from Bunnings made for garden water systems.The wiring is not polarity specific, as long as you do each one the same, and just put a 2 way switch in the van or 3 separate switch for 3 tanks.I installed them in the default closed position.The extra lo...

Canuck and Kiwi · Canuck and Kiwi

We are inundated with tiny flying insects when the lights are on. All our windows & door are screened. What is the most effective prevention. thank you, Rosemary

Marshall · Marshall

I'm a total newbie and learning the traditional way by trial and (lots of) error. The single-axle caravan comes with three 95-litre potable water tanks and one grey water tank. Each tank can be filled separately. Any one can then be used for in-caravan use. Two tanks are in front of the axle with one beh...

Craig1 · Craig1

We used a dishwasher tablet , just damp, use like a pencil rubber, cold oven, keep working around, wipe off grunge,Voila. ( finish brand with red centre ball) . No smell either. Gloves of course.

Whenarewethere · Whenarewethere

My car was pretty good acoustic wise, but I wanted to improve it regardless. Still going to do a bit more when I find the time, but it is really not absolutely necessary. I have added about 1.8m2 of butyl, you don't need it everywhere. So far about 5.4m2 of acoustic foam & have about another 1.8m2 read...

The Diggings · The Diggings

Bent up a piece of 19 ml alloy pipe to hold the mattress in place and stops the Dooner from sliding down, fitted this under the bed base with 4 conduit saddles, problem solved.

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

Saw Hill End Festival advertised looks like enjoyable weekend ? Would you consider going? rate out of 10 (good) I Like Hill End is a nice little village a reminder of how our ancestors lived.

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

Aiming to get into free camping , and wondering if one Solarh panel 120w is sufficient to keep installled battery in van topped up. only need for lighting and tv ( if any reception) . If i added another panel or 2 , would you then connect to 2nd battery ( that i would need to purchase) and then what battery t...

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

Planning on touring Tasmania late December and January. What would you suggest about needing to book power van sites ? owing to summer holiday period or can you just roll up and get a site.

Twahoo · Twahoo

Some might have seen this inquiry on that other app, but repeated here for more helpful info as I am new to forums and seeking some friendly advice. Working through buying a used van and wondering what's best for the inside dining area. So many vans seem to have cafe style table and seating but this seems...

jackijacki · jackijacki

Im wondering if anyone can offer advise on where/how to add LED lights to the exterior and or awning on our new Motor home? (new to us) Wanting some bling Thank You

wongi · wongi

Hi has anyone ever remodeled the tail light assembly on one of these? -- Edited by wongi on Monday 25th of February 2019 04:44:11 PM

roker · roker

hi noticed driving around the suburbs a lot of caravans parked up at home for a few weeks still on the flat. I would suggest jacking up,on blocks off the ground .This would save heartache Tyres having flat spot plus flat spot possible on wheel bearings.Bit of advice ex mech best wishes roker. THE MOST IM...

dorian · dorian

Someone showed me this trick many years ago: http://www.drewsdirections.com/2013/02/15/inverting-cardboard-boxes/ It's good for mailing items whose identity might otherwise attract unwanted attention.

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	STICKY: Welcome to Hint, Tips and Great ideas (Preview) Hi all, We’ve collected a huge amount of hints, tips and great ideas from members since the ‘hints, tips and great ideas’ thread started approximately 18 months ago. It’s a great resource but it has become quite difficult to navigate and several members have suggested breaking it up by topic. I wi...	Webmaster	1	12409	09:48 AM Aug 11, 2018 by montstbarli
	STICKY: Hints, Tips and Great Ideas ( 1 2 3 4 5 … 19 ) (Preview) After reading the recent threads on the water hose bag etc and the info on the Generic Nappy Soaker, I thought it might be good to have a thread specific to various hints and tips etc.We are all quiet clever at coming up with ideas to make our lives on the road better in one way or another so now is the time to...	Boroma577	543	240003	03:58 PM Mar 26, 2019 by JayDee
	Pajero room in rear under sliding cabinet (Preview) We are looking at fitting a drawer in the rear of our pajero, similar to this: https://www.4wdsupacentre.com.au/products/rear-drawers.html The question is that under the drawer are the rear fold down seats which we don't need and are happy to remove. Has anyone seen a rear drawer or system that al...	tonyob	5	228	09:57 PM Jun 17, 2019 by tonyob
	Draught in caravan (Preview) If you have a split system Herron Air command or similar and have an unexplained draught whistling around, have a look at where the two white insulated pipes enter and exit the van. Ours had a 'mistake hole " of 50mm, plus the one they used drilled through bottom of cupboard wall next to rear of unit. A cle...	Craig1	1	334	12:48 PM Jun 4, 2019 by oldbloke
	'CampWatch', Looking after your Mates (Preview) Hi, i'm just wondering if some enterprising person can start up a FB page/group called 'CampWatch'. The whole idea is similar to the Neighbourhood Watch idea. Thinking along the lines of Promo stickers, keyring things etc to raise money and awareness of like minded campers/travelers/ nomads or w...	Bigglesinoz	16	630	03:37 AM Jun 13, 2019 by Bigglesinoz
	Wallpaper Preparation (Preview) I am considering wallpapering the bedroom in our RV. Would I be smart by using a sealer like Gripper on the veneer before glueing the wallpaper. I was thinking the Gripper sealer would help the glue to stick better. Appreciate all input on this. Thanks The Blackies	The Blackies	1	179	05:16 AM Jun 14, 2019 by JayDee
	Powered Tank Selector (Preview) I got this idea from another vaner. The solenoids were from Bunnings made for garden water systems.The wiring is not polarity specific, as long as you do each one the same, and just put a 2 way switch in the van or 3 separate switch for 3 tanks.I installed them in the default closed position.The extra lo...	Treecrest	7	386	03:24 PM May 24, 2019 by Treecrest
	insect controls (Preview) We are inundated with tiny flying insects when the lights are on. All our windows & door are screened. What is the most effective prevention. thank you, Rosemary	Canuck and Kiwi	4	438	09:34 PM May 19, 2019 by Canuck and Kiwi
	Multiple water tanks - empty? (Preview) I'm a total newbie and learning the traditional way by trial and (lots of) error. The single-axle caravan comes with three 95-litre potable water tanks and one grey water tank. Each tank can be filled separately. Any one can then be used for in-caravan use. Two tanks are in front of the axle with one beh...	Marshall	5	526	08:28 PM May 30, 2019 by Greg 1
	Clean Oven (Preview) We used a dishwasher tablet , just damp, use like a pencil rubber, cold oven, keep working around, wipe off grunge,Voila. ( finish brand with red centre ball) . No smell either. Gloves of course.	Craig1	1	643	10:15 AM Apr 12, 2019 by Whenarewethere
	Car acoustic insulation (Preview) My car was pretty good acoustic wise, but I wanted to improve it regardless. Still going to do a bit more when I find the time, but it is really not absolutely necessary. I have added about 1.8m2 of butyl, you don't need it everywhere. So far about 5.4m2 of acoustic foam & have about another 1.8m2 read...	Whenarewethere	1	472	06:52 PM Apr 6, 2019 by kesa32
	Dooner holder (Preview) Bent up a piece of 19 ml alloy pipe to hold the mattress in place and stops the Dooner from sliding down, fitted this under the bed base with 4 conduit saddles, problem solved.	The Diggings	4	996	06:47 PM Apr 16, 2019 by rayaroundoz
	Been to Hill End Festival in April (Preview) Saw Hill End Festival advertised looks like enjoyable weekend ? Would you consider going? rate out of 10 (good) I Like Hill End is a nice little village a reminder of how our ancestors lived.	jeepnudger	0	365	06:28 AM Mar 25, 2019 by jeepnudger
	Solar panel on van . (Preview) Aiming to get into free camping , and wondering if one Solarh panel 120w is sufficient to keep installled battery in van topped up. only need for lighting and tv ( if any reception) . If i added another panel or 2 , would you then connect to 2nd battery ( that i would need to purchase) and then what battery t...	jeepnudger	1	628	08:21 AM Mar 23, 2019 by iana
	Caravan parks Tasmania (Preview) Planning on touring Tasmania late December and January. What would you suggest about needing to book power van sites ? owing to summer holiday period or can you just roll up and get a site.	jeepnudger	1	393	09:00 PM Mar 21, 2019 by Radar
	Interior dining area (Preview) Some might have seen this inquiry on that other app, but repeated here for more helpful info as I am new to forums and seeking some friendly advice. Working through buying a used van and wondering what's best for the inside dining area. So many vans seem to have cafe style table and seating but this seems...	Twahoo	12	854	06:02 PM Mar 18, 2019 by Twahoo
	Bling it with LED lights? (Preview) Im wondering if anyone can offer advise on where/how to add LED lights to the exterior and or awning on our new Motor home? (new to us) Wanting some bling Thank You	jackijacki	6	753	04:07 PM Mar 7, 2019 by jackijacki
	2007 Jayco sterling. (Preview) Hi has anyone ever remodeled the tail light assembly on one of these? -- Edited by wongi on Monday 25th of February 2019 04:44:11 PM	wongi	2	550	04:48 PM Feb 25, 2019 by wongi
	long term parking caravans/trailers at home (Preview) hi noticed driving around the suburbs a lot of caravans parked up at home for a few weeks still on the flat. I would suggest jacking up,on blocks off the ground .This would save heartache Tyres having flat spot plus flat spot possible on wheel bearings.Bit of advice ex mech best wishes roker. THE MOST IM...	roker	7	1184	04:00 PM Mar 3, 2019 by roker
	Reuse cardboard boxes by inverting them (Preview) Someone showed me this trick many years ago: http://www.drewsdirections.com/2013/02/15/inverting-cardboard-boxes/ It's good for mailing items whose identity might otherwise attract unwanted attention.	dorian	1	893	06:47 PM Feb 17, 2019 by dave48
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