New to Site as Member but been in the shadows for some time learning those little tricks
Our Van is near set for travelling with important things like
A fully working Hair Dryer and plenty of space for the makeup.
The less important details are
Have changed the Suspension and brake to a Simplicity axle and large brakes.
The stone guard up front
Solar power on roof
Toilet and shower of course
Washing machine
Full oven
full annexe for long stays
4g wireless system
satellite Tv
Gas bayonets both sides of van
LED Lighting both sides for ease of night camping
Storage tubes under van for fishing lines and drain hoses (separate of course)
Have cameras mounted on back and sides plus at tow point so wife and I don't have the backing in dance that I see about.
The tow bus is a 4.8 lt Patrol with a 1/12 inch lift with truck coils and air bags with 20 psi keeping it all level,
in the back is a
80lt fridge freezer
full draw system
Solar for fridge
4 batteries on board
On board nav. system is Garmin 7 truck system which shows all low bridges and dead ends we all like.
Has sat phone
Extra boost for iPhone via a external aerial mounted on bulbar
A I pad pro for finding those camp sites mounted for ease of use
And wife to watch her shows as we drive (I have no idea why when the view out the window is better.) But Men understand why I did that.
2 radios mounted into dash so not very easy to get at for when you need to chat with the semis or other vans
I winch mounted to front with large spotlights above to see where you are going, but plan not to drive after 3pm but be prepared for anything they say.
And more stuff, but happy the say all under the weight required till the makeup and clothes etc get in the van.
Good thing is can travel at speed limit of 100km all day without any worries and being into vans since I was 4 so when know to get out of way of
Hi Daveo85,
Welcome to the Forum. Your external antenna on the Bull Bar to increase reception to your iPhone has sparked my interest. Can you give me some more details thanks. Krusty.
Daveo85 said
10:45 AM Sep 10, 2016
Krusty wrote:
Hi Daveo85, Welcome to the Forum. Your external antenna on the Bull Bar to increase reception to your iPhone has sparked my interest. Can you give me some more details thanks. Krusty.
they also have in car mounts for all types of phones with covers or not.
I worked in the mines for many years and found that the above worked when others had trouble getting service, hope helps.
Vince said
04:48 PM Sep 10, 2016
Nice set up Dave with a lot of creature comforts.
Cheers
Vince
grahos said
07:17 PM Sep 10, 2016
I also copied the link for aerial for future needs
Krusty said
09:51 AM Sep 11, 2016
Thanks for that Dave.
rayaroundoz said
05:40 PM Sep 11, 2016
A great set up there Dave. Let the fun times begin eh?
Travel safe.
the rocket said
12:03 PM Oct 7, 2016
Welcome. Nice setup. Don't know about the makeup though. Gave that up along with ironing many years ago.
Ron-D said
10:40 PM Oct 8, 2016
you have it all covered Dave by the looks of it nice rig good post ...
Travellers said
03:05 PM Oct 12, 2016
Dave, as far as I'm concerned ya got every base covered. Although in saying that there is always the one little thing that will pop up. Best of touring our lovely country. Mike
Furball said
08:58 PM Oct 12, 2016
Hi Dave,
What have you organised for your lovely wife to watch her shows on??? We are hoping to set off end next year. My priorities for me (I am femaile) that hubby make sure I have beer, internet, and something to watch not sure about satellite tv or foxtel or how it all works.
Daveo85 said
09:25 PM Oct 12, 2016
Hey,
Have Sat tv plus Foxtel, and can run Netflix or stan, etc when require as you can stop those if you
don't need, and start whenever it rains or you stop in one place for a time
And for 10 or so a month worth it
Dave
Furball said
10:12 PM Oct 12, 2016
Ah so will the Foxtel thing you have a decoder?? That is what I like about being home. I have my cold beer, my laptop and my foxtel on the wall. so I wasnt sure about what I would have to do to organise foxtel. Someone said you have to buy a decoder or something,
Daveo85 said
08:23 PM Oct 16, 2016
take the one from home, just needs to power up each time you move and check the sat dish y have, do a dry run in back before y go
Daveo85 said
06:34 PM Jan 10, 2017
I was looking at getting my Satellite upgraded for Foxtel and the cost and the parts plus the amount you need to pay to get a little TV. adds is just too much . Plus the extra cables and box needed
So I started to look about for options,
Do you have a good wireless dongle 4G. when travelling
Do you have a good lot of gigs per month that you dont use.
Have you an extra $10 to $35 month or as you need,
We have Telstra TV. On TV in van so all I had to do was add the app. And the join Foxtel play and I have 2 weeks free trial, so we can watch Foxtel TV with ease, very handy when in wet areas or just need to put feet up and watch some football.
So, if you dont wish to get satellite etc. maybe a cheaper option and remember no contracts so you can turn on and off as needed just like Netflix which by the way you can do the same as above if you have Telstra TV.
Hi all,
New to Site as Member but been in the shadows for some time learning those little tricks
Our Van is near set for travelling with important things like
A fully working Hair Dryer and plenty of space for the makeup.
The less important details are
Have changed the Suspension and brake to a Simplicity axle and large brakes.
The stone guard up front
Solar power on roof
Toilet and shower of course
Washing machine
Full oven
full annexe for long stays
4g wireless system
satellite Tv
Gas bayonets both sides of van
LED Lighting both sides for ease of night camping
Storage tubes under van for fishing lines and drain hoses (separate of course)
Have cameras mounted on back and sides plus at tow point so wife and I don't have the backing in dance that I see about.
The tow bus is a 4.8 lt Patrol with a 1/12 inch lift with truck coils and air bags with 20 psi keeping it all level,
in the back is a
80lt fridge freezer
full draw system
Solar for fridge
4 batteries on board
On board nav. system is Garmin 7 truck system which shows all low bridges and dead ends we all like.
Has sat phone
Extra boost for iPhone via a external aerial mounted on bulbar
A I pad pro for finding those camp sites mounted for ease of use
And wife to watch her shows as we drive (I have no idea why when the view out the window is better.) But Men understand why I did that.
2 radios mounted into dash so not very easy to get at for when you need to chat with the semis or other vans
I winch mounted to front with large spotlights above to see where you are going, but plan not to drive after 3pm but be prepared for anything they say.
And more stuff, but happy the say all under the weight required till the makeup and clothes etc get in the van.
Good thing is can travel at speed limit of 100km all day without any worries and being into vans since I was 4 so when know to get out of way of
people behind me if I feel that I am the cause
And clear view mirrors, I love those
Dave
http://www.strike.com.au/products/Antennas/Strike-B2-7dBi-Heavy-Duty-Bull-Mount-Antenna-Black
they also have in car mounts for all types of phones with covers or not.
I worked in the mines for many years and found that the above worked when others had trouble getting service, hope helps.
Cheers
Vince
Travel safe.
Welcome. Nice setup. Don't know about the makeup though. Gave that up along with ironing many years ago.
you have it all covered Dave by the looks of it nice rig good post ...
Hi Dave,
What have you organised for your lovely wife to watch her shows on??? We are hoping to set off end next year. My priorities for me (I am femaile) that hubby make sure I have beer, internet, and something to watch not sure about satellite tv or foxtel or how it all works.
Have Sat tv plus Foxtel, and can run Netflix or stan, etc when require as you can stop those if you
don't need, and start whenever it rains or you stop in one place for a time
And for 10 or so a month worth it
Dave
Ah so will the Foxtel thing you have a decoder?? That is what I like about being home. I have my cold beer, my laptop and my foxtel on the wall. so I wasnt sure about what I would have to do to organise foxtel. Someone said you have to buy a decoder or something,
I was looking at getting my Satellite upgraded for Foxtel and the cost and the parts plus the amount you need to pay to get a little TV. adds is just too much . Plus the extra cables and box needed
So I started to look about for options,
Do you have a good wireless dongle 4G. when travelling
Do you have a good lot of gigs per month that you dont use.
Have you an extra $10 to $35 month or as you need,
Where you stay can you get a wi-fi good signal.
Well, have you considered FOXTEL PLAY
https://www.foxtel.com.au/foxtelplay/build/package?execution=e1s1
We have Telstra TV. On TV in van so all I had to do was add the app. And the join Foxtel play and I have 2 weeks free trial, so we can watch Foxtel TV with ease, very handy when in wet areas or just need to put feet up and watch some football.
So, if you dont wish to get satellite etc. maybe a cheaper option and remember no contracts so you can turn on and off as needed just like Netflix which by the way you can do the same as above if you have Telstra TV.
https://www.telstra.com.au/tv-movies-music/telstra-tv?tc=G%7cBMM%7cSEM%7cTelstraTV%7cBrand&gclid=Cj0KEQiAhs3DBRDmu-rVkuif0N8BEiQAWuUJr0qLkehqKV-a7dpPdnD-0_Dh5o-H-ecqND6RlPc3Gy8aApYo8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CIG87tj9ttECFQIvlgodx4YKVQ