Only 60kms between St Helens and Derby but across the ranges, had been told about the Pub in the Paddock and the Cheese Factory but drove straight past still worrying about the water leak and if it had been fixed. The ranges would sort out any questions and the van didnt run overly hot and after it had cooled down I checked the water level. Had lost about half a litre and I hope that it was because I didnt let it idle first before setting off to check if there was still air in the system.
Good little stopover at Derby Park Camps6 #12. The water is not good for drinking unless boiled for 3 minutes but there are good toilets, rubbish removal and camp kitchen. There were some enthusiasts on the river using inflated tyres but it looked cold to me.
Talked to a family travelling in 2 coasters and would you believe it they tried to sell me one. That opened the door for me to tell them of the one waiting for me in Melbourne when I get back. Couldnt believe that I had bought it sight unseen. John
Duh said
11:57 PM Jan 6, 2013
Hope you get the van water leak fixed soon John, some of those earlier camp sites you were at with the grey sand and bush reminded me of Cosy Corner in WA.
Stay Safe
Vic
bill12 said
12:49 AM Jan 7, 2013
John , have you got some Barrs leaks. I alway carry a can just in case. Are there any fish in the creek? it certainly looks good. See you in QLD, Bill
Sheba said
03:45 AM Jan 7, 2013
Did you really buy that Coaster in Melbourne without seeing or checking it out first John ? I can't believe you did that.
Stay safe,
Sheba.
yeoeleven said
04:43 PM Jan 7, 2013
Yes Sheba I did buy the coaster but had it checked out by Jules son Chris you missed the blog post with photos.
I do vaguely remember that now John. It threw me though, when you said you'd bought it "sight unseen."
Stay safe,
Sheba.
-- Edited by Sheba on Monday 7th of January 2013 07:24:10 PM
Firefly said
01:14 PM Jan 8, 2013
Wow John you won't know yourself with the new wheels mate, very nice indeed
Duh said
06:22 AM Jan 9, 2013
John,
I believe there is some new regulation regarding bifold doors on converted buses (not sure what size) having to be converted to a single outward folding door, I don't know the ins and outs of it, have sent you a pm
Sheba said
07:04 AM Jan 9, 2013
Great minds think alike Vic. I've done the same. E-mailed him a link to the page.
Cheers,
Sheba.
Duh said
10:01 AM Jan 9, 2013
Good one Sheba, we don't get our knuckles rapped that way, lol !
rockylizard said
04:27 PM Jan 9, 2013
Duh wrote:
Good one Sheba, we don't get our knuckles rapped that way, lol !
Gday...
Might be a good bit of info to share through the Forum for all 'converted bus' owners, Vic - make it a topic of its own.
Dunno why pertinent info to travellers would get knuckles rapped
Cheers - John
Duh said
06:55 PM Jan 9, 2013
It was on another forum John, but no links to the actual legislation, generally speaking not good etiquette to post links to other forums, so prefer not too. Anyone is free to google for the link or info on the new legislation, I will try to find it too.
Edit: This extract is what it is about apparently;
ADR brought in by the Commonwealth Govt and the bit re the doors is as follows ADR44 44.8. MOTORHOMES AND CARAVANS 44.8.1. Doors Every motor vehicle (motorhome) or trailer (Caravan) equipped with fuel burning (cooking) facilities or living or sleeping accommodation shall have only outward-opening or sliding doors. At least one such door shall be located on the left-hand side or at the rear.
-- Edited by Duh on Wednesday 9th of January 2013 07:10:54 PM
rockylizard said
02:57 AM Jan 10, 2013
Gday...
Ta Vic
cheers - John
Sheba said
04:17 AM Jan 10, 2013
Apparently there's been a change in Regulations recently John. This is a Post from the page. Let me know if you'd prefer the link to the whole page.
Hi Bill, you are quite correct, I am going through this at the moment as I bought a 96 Coaster in September not knowing that when I fit it out an outward door will have to be fitted, I thought at first it was some empire building public servant in Hobart who was making this up, but it is an ADR brought in by the Commonwealth Govt and the bit re the doors is as follows ADR44 44.8. MOTORHOMES AND CARAVANS 44.8.1. Doors Every motor vehicle (motorhome) or trailer (Caravan) equipped with fuel burning (cooking) facilities or living or sleeping accommodation shall have only outward-opening or sliding doors. At least one such door shall be located on the left-hand side or at the rear.
Had I known I may have not brought the bus, but am now in the process of building a frame to fit a Camec Motorhome door. Another annoying regulation or at least the way the local engineer who has to inspect and approve it all read it, is that it must have ADR approved glass in the door and not polycarb type. Some argument going on at the moment so am awaiting outcome, as I cannot get a door the size that will fit the opening that comes with ADR approved glass. It may yet finish with an aluminum panel in lieu of glass.. Sully1
Duh said
05:41 AM Jan 10, 2013
Have already sent the link to John, Sheba.....he has only just his internet back, changed from Optus to Telstra....
jules47 said
05:45 AM Jan 10, 2013
John has to wait till tomorrow for the internet to be fully operational - spent ages on the phone tonight with a tech guy from Telstra - who assures him he will have coverage tomorrow - he is a bit frustrated - but keeping his cool!!!
Duh said
05:50 AM Jan 10, 2013
Thanks Jules,
I am sure he will be pleased with the better coverage with Telstra albeit a bit more expensive.....
Only 60kms between St Helens and Derby but across the ranges, had been told about the Pub in the Paddock and the Cheese Factory but drove straight past still worrying about the water leak and if it had been fixed. The ranges would sort out any questions and the van didnt run overly hot and after it had cooled down I checked the water level. Had lost about half a litre and I hope that it was because I didnt let it idle first before setting off to check if there was still air in the system.
Good little stopover at Derby Park Camps6 #12. The water is not good for drinking unless boiled for 3 minutes but there are good toilets, rubbish removal and camp kitchen. There were some enthusiasts on the river using inflated tyres but it looked cold to me.
Talked to a family travelling in 2 coasters and would you believe it they tried to sell me one. That opened the door for me to tell them of the one waiting for me in Melbourne when I get back. Couldnt believe that I had bought it sight unseen. John
Hope you get the van water leak fixed soon John, some of those earlier camp sites you were at with the grey sand and bush reminded me of Cosy Corner in WA.
Stay Safe
Vic
Did you really buy that Coaster in Melbourne without seeing or checking it out first John ? I can't believe you did that.
Stay safe,
Sheba.
Yes Sheba I did buy the coaster but had it checked out by Jules son Chris you missed the blog post with photos.
http://yeoeleven.blogspot.com.au/2012/12/update-to-my-new-12-month-plan.html
John
I do vaguely remember that now John. It threw me though, when you said you'd bought it "sight unseen."
Stay safe,
Sheba.
-- Edited by Sheba on Monday 7th of January 2013 07:24:10 PM
John,
I believe there is some new regulation regarding bifold doors on converted buses (not sure what size) having to be converted to a single outward folding door, I don't know the ins and outs of it, have sent you a pm
Great minds think alike Vic. I've done the same. E-mailed him a link to the page.
Cheers,
Sheba.
Good one Sheba, we don't get our knuckles rapped that way, lol !
Gday...
Might be a good bit of info to share through the Forum for all 'converted bus' owners, Vic - make it a topic of its own.
Dunno why pertinent info to travellers would get knuckles rapped
Cheers - John
It was on another forum John, but no links to the actual legislation, generally speaking not good etiquette to post links to other forums, so prefer not too. Anyone is free to google for the link or info on the new legislation, I will try to find it too.
Edit: This extract is what it is about apparently;
ADR brought in by the Commonwealth Govt and the bit re the doors is as follows
ADR44
44.8. MOTORHOMES AND CARAVANS
44.8.1. Doors
Every motor vehicle (motorhome) or trailer (Caravan) equipped with fuel
burning (cooking) facilities or living or sleeping accommodation shall have
only outward-opening or sliding doors. At least one such door shall be located
on the left-hand side or at the rear.
-- Edited by Duh on Wednesday 9th of January 2013 07:10:54 PM
Gday...
Ta Vic
cheers - John
Apparently there's been a change in Regulations recently John. This is a Post from the page. Let me know if you'd prefer the link to the whole page.
Cheers,
Sheba.
Re: bifold door on bus
ADR44
44.8. MOTORHOMES AND CARAVANS
44.8.1. Doors
Every motor vehicle (motorhome) or trailer (Caravan) equipped with fuel
burning (cooking) facilities or living or sleeping accommodation shall have
only outward-opening or sliding doors. At least one such door shall be located
on the left-hand side or at the rear.
Had I known I may have not brought the bus, but am now in the process of building a frame to fit a Camec Motorhome door.
Another annoying regulation or at least the way the local engineer who has to inspect and approve it all read it, is that it must have ADR approved glass in the door and not polycarb type. Some argument going on at the moment so am awaiting outcome, as I cannot get a door the size that will fit the opening that comes with ADR approved glass. It may yet finish with an aluminum panel in lieu of glass..
Sully1
Have already sent the link to John, Sheba.....he has only just his internet back, changed from Optus to Telstra....
Thanks Jules,
I am sure he will be pleased with the better coverage with Telstra albeit a bit more expensive.....