Hints, Tips and Great ideas

Mary · Mary

I used to have difficulty holding up the hitch and trying to wind as well -very hard on the back.After some pondering I came up with this simple solution, Ingredients- A peice of 1" square tube about 6-8" or any length you find comfortable'. Some means of cutting it eg hacksaw ,angle grinder...

jules47 · jules47

As we all know, wind is not good for your awning, the material flaps and can be in danger of tearing. One solution is purchasing purpose made "de-flappers" - not cheap. There is a cheaper way - called "tarp clips" - we paid 2.50 each in a camping shop for the ones we got, but there are...

dorian · dorian

If you're like me and you prefer to use the Quick Reply box, you will be annoyed whenever you need to include a URL in your post. That's because you need to use the Advanced Editor to "linkify" the URL. If you would like to avoid the annoying clickfest, then you can manually input the appropria...

GaryKelly · GaryKelly

A mate from Florida sent this link when I mentioned I needed a hose for the camper. What a great idea!

GaryKelly · GaryKelly

Here's a video about keeping your gas fridge burner and flue free of rust particles that can prevent lighting or maintaining a flame.

Evie n Rhys · Evie n Rhys

I used two spots of Velcro above my outside power point and I vcro a power board on the wall above the powerpoint, it allows me to have extra plugs out there for toaster, jug,frypan etc. Works well.

Travellinman · Travellinman

Hi all, we are soon to take off for about 4 months and now find we have to update our box to get the new digital reception. We have always been with Aurora and now find we have to change to VASTA. The new box is around $275.00, but before purchasing anything I am trying to find out is if there is a box that gets ou...

Happywanderer · Happywanderer

WOOLWORTHS have 7fin oil heaters 29.95 Great for small vans when plugged into power. Only 14"high & 12"long I got one today

buffy61 · buffy61

Well you know how we girls LOVE shoes!? Where to put them in the caravan?? Today I put a stainless rod in the toilet above the loo...goes across from one wall to the other. I then hung one of those hanging shoe holders that you can buy at $2 shops or Aldi. Also hung another towel rail in the bathroom!!! Also b...

Thrice · Thrice

Greetings all looking to purchase a fridge and would love to hear others opinions of what they have purchased tips and what to stay away from

poodles parents · poodles parents

Any ideas on what to line cupboards with. In the past we have used soft plastic mesh and find it breaks down and goes soft and sticky. We also live in a hot climate.

dorian · dorian

[url]http://www.google.com.au/search?q=%28radius+of+earth%29+%...

dorian · dorian

Those people who prefer their news, forum updates, blogs, etc to be delivered in a concise, speedy format might like to consider RSS feeds. Many browsers support RSS feeds, but one could also use dedicated feed reader software. For example, the following might prove useful for FaceBook addicts. Ho...

Sheba · Sheba

I always have some of this handy. It works, and is the same as the repairer I called used, the first time I had the problem. If I remember rightly, he charged me $70.00. At $19.90 a tube, it's a lot cheaper than getting some-one else to do it. Glass and Windshield Fix, from Magnamail Mail Order. Che...

spida · spida

Want round fried eggs? Cut an onion into rings and put in the pan to cook the egg in. Havent tried it yet but thought that was a great idea. Depending on the onion diameter then thick or thin rings.....

Peterpan · Peterpan

I have noticed that a number of CP's amenity blocks quite often have no plugs for the basins. I carry 3 different sized rubber plugs cut from old car tubes. The three sizes make it easier to fit any plug hole. They have come in handy many times. They don't leak either. ( Old army trick) Kevin

tommo · tommo

herbie · herbie

When your Propane gas cylinder is getting near empty , you will notice that it will smell like rotton eggs.

arthur · arthur

http://www.chriskridler.com/2013/04/how-to-build-a-diy-car-laptop-computer-mount/-- Edited by arthur on Thursday 25th of April 2013 12:08:57 PM

Terry · Terry

Anyone have any suggestions as to how to make a food smoker

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Hitch Helper for caravan or trailer (Preview) I used to have difficulty holding up the hitch and trying to wind as well -very hard on the back.After some pondering I came up with this simple solution, Ingredients- A peice of 1" square tube about 6-8" or any length you find comfortable'. Some means of cutting it eg hacksaw ,angle grinder...	Mary	14	3046	07:38 AM Jul 11, 2013 by Crashtac
	Awning de-flapping (Preview) As we all know, wind is not good for your awning, the material flaps and can be in danger of tearing. One solution is purchasing purpose made "de-flappers" - not cheap. There is a cheaper way - called "tarp clips" - we paid 2.50 each in a camping shop for the ones we got, but there are...	jules47	5	2879	07:25 AM Jul 11, 2013 by Crashtac
	"Linkify-ing" URLs (Preview) If you're like me and you prefer to use the Quick Reply box, you will be annoyed whenever you need to include a URL in your post. That's because you need to use the Advanced Editor to "linkify" the URL. If you would like to avoid the annoying clickfest, then you can manually input the appropria...	dorian	11	2197	05:00 PM Jul 9, 2013 by Gerty Dancer
	Not so Kinky! Hose, that is. (Preview) A mate from Florida sent this link when I mentioned I needed a hose for the camper. What a great idea!	GaryKelly	12	2142	06:58 PM Jul 7, 2013 by Gerty Dancer
	Cleaning rust from flue and burner in gas fridge (Preview) Here's a video about keeping your gas fridge burner and flue free of rust particles that can prevent lighting or maintaining a flame.	GaryKelly	1	1673	02:20 AM Jul 2, 2013 by TAJ
	Extra power points on outside of van (Preview) I used two spots of Velcro above my outside power point and I vcro a power board on the wall above the powerpoint, it allows me to have extra plugs out there for toaster, jug,frypan etc. Works well.	Evie n Rhys	5	2123	05:52 AM Jul 1, 2013 by Aus-Kiwi
	TV reception (Preview) Hi all, we are soon to take off for about 4 months and now find we have to update our box to get the new digital reception. We have always been with Aurora and now find we have to change to VASTA. The new box is around $275.00, but before purchasing anything I am trying to find out is if there is a box that gets ou...	Travellinman	2	2141	09:55 PM Jun 27, 2013 by Gazzah
	heating on power (Preview) WOOLWORTHS have 7fin oil heaters 29.95 Great for small vans when plugged into power. Only 14"high & 12"long I got one today	Happywanderer	22	2471	03:32 PM Jun 19, 2013 by Happywanderer
	Where to put all your shoes in the caravan!! (Preview) Well you know how we girls LOVE shoes!? Where to put them in the caravan?? Today I put a stainless rod in the toilet above the loo...goes across from one wall to the other. I then hung one of those hanging shoe holders that you can buy at $2 shops or Aldi. Also hung another towel rail in the bathroom!!! Also b...	buffy61	12	4739	06:53 AM Jun 14, 2013 by herbie
	Best fridge recommendations please (Preview) Greetings all looking to purchase a fridge and would love to hear others opinions of what they have purchased tips and what to stay away from	Thrice	10	1986	11:30 AM Jun 8, 2013 by johnno02
	what to line cupboards with? (Preview) Any ideas on what to line cupboards with. In the past we have used soft plastic mesh and find it breaks down and goes soft and sticky. We also live in a hot climate.	poodles parents	8	2465	11:28 PM Jun 7, 2013 by aussietraveller
	Google's calculator (Preview) [url]http://www.google.com.au/search?q=%28radius+of+earth%29+%...	dorian	0	1508	05:38 PM Jun 1, 2013 by dorian
	RSS Feeds (Preview) Those people who prefer their news, forum updates, blogs, etc to be delivered in a concise, speedy format might like to consider RSS feeds. Many browsers support RSS feeds, but one could also use dedicated feed reader software. For example, the following might prove useful for FaceBook addicts. Ho...	dorian	13	2413	03:10 PM Jun 1, 2013 by biggles
	Stone Chips. (Preview) I always have some of this handy. It works, and is the same as the repairer I called used, the first time I had the problem. If I remember rightly, he charged me $70.00. At $19.90 a tube, it's a lot cheaper than getting some-one else to do it. Glass and Windshield Fix, from Magnamail Mail Order. Che...	Sheba	9	2588	02:43 PM May 25, 2013 by dorian
	Egg Rings (Preview) Want round fried eggs? Cut an onion into rings and put in the pan to cook the egg in. Havent tried it yet but thought that was a great idea. Depending on the onion diameter then thick or thin rings.....	spida	10	2645	11:30 PM May 24, 2013 by Beth54
	Plugs in CP's (Preview) I have noticed that a number of CP's amenity blocks quite often have no plugs for the basins. I carry 3 different sized rubber plugs cut from old car tubes. The three sizes make it easier to fit any plug hole. They have come in handy many times. They don't leak either. ( Old army trick) Kevin	Peterpan	9	2237	06:21 PM May 23, 2013 by hako
	just a few ideas i found (Preview)	tommo	4	3317	12:34 AM May 19, 2013 by JayDee
	Propane gas test (Preview) When your Propane gas cylinder is getting near empty , you will notice that it will smell like rotton eggs.	herbie	2	1450	04:13 AM May 17, 2013 by herbie
	DIY laptop mount (Preview) http://www.chriskridler.com/2013/04/how-to-build-a-diy-car-laptop-computer-mount/-- Edited by arthur on Thursday 25th of April 2013 12:08:57 PM	arthur	2	2725	03:55 AM May 16, 2013 by jimricho
	Food Smokers (Preview) Anyone have any suggestions as to how to make a food smoker	Terry	10	2373	03:52 AM May 16, 2013 by jimricho
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