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A platoon of soldiers were patrolling north of Fallujah when they came upon an Isis terrorist, badly injured and unconscious.On the opposite side of the road was an Australian soldier in a similar but less serious state.The soldier was conscious and alert and as first aid was given to both men, the Pl...

I wrote a bit about fixing a Waeko CF40 and my wish to have this when the Princess and I cross the Nullarbor, We have a tent and the things needed for a rough night, but the Princess likes a shower and other comforts of life. So all is for emergency only. Its motel stops wherever possible. Anyways the...

We have decided to do it again.. so much the same as previous gt's. Reasonably self contained. We have water and one external loo but NO power so solar,battery,torch or genny is the go for your lights. Weather permitting..if it isnt raining!!..campfire/cooking fire if that is your thing. Come for t...

Do I need an awning deflapper?

Hi, Does anyone know where we can park up our Motorhome near any Winery in the South Australia/Barossa/Margaret River etc....

Can someone tell me of a good bird recognition book on an Android device I have seen one that has calls, distribution and most data but can't remember the name

well my 400 amp lithium pack is up and running taken a wile but it's alive now.

I was travelling from Cloncurry to Winton on Saturday 27 August when I stopped to help a fellow traveller who had broken fan belts on his 100 series diesel Toyota Landcruiser. This was 30klms north of Winton. He was towing a 23 foot caravan. Working on his car, I inadvertently left some of my tools with h...

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I have a CF 50 AC VER B. S/No 10026206 which switches off as soon as connected to 12V, and on 240, has no temp control. Panel says -6, but inside temp is -20. I'm guessing I had a dud thermistor, and probably a dud board. Can anyone point me in the right direction as I'd like to have a go at fixing this myself. I'...

We would like to share our experience of a Jayco Silverline Outback with you and hope it will be useful to anybody looking to purchase a Silverline. We took delivery of our Jayco Silverline Outback 23 in September 2014 for our trip of a lifetime!A beautiful, modern and stylish van with a big slide out f...

A great spot if you have to be in Brisbane area (southside) for a couple of days - off the Mount Lindsay Highway, right hand side near North Maclean (next to the bridge). Plenty of room, turn into Greenbank Rd., then into Beryl Parade - follow to the park entry. There a toilets available at the park near...

There are several council run caravan parks around the town. All are $5 unpowered. $10 powered per night. Maximum stay 7 days. Showers,toilets & drinking water. 2 0f the 'van parks are beside the Moonie River. Bring what you need as there is nearly nothing in the way of groceries. Fuel is one of tho...

Anything bad to look for when purchasing a LC200? Svc costs and intervals? Diesel of course. T I A. Kezngaz.

Hi all, we have recently ordered out Ultimate camper and I am about to decide on which model Isuzu MUX as a tow vehicle. All going well, we will be on the road early 2017. We intend to do a small amount of off road work which will include Fraser/Moreton Islands northern Flinders Ranges, Far West Coast of SA...

Travelled out of Melbourne northbound today on Hume Fwy and noticed that the VicRoads weighbridge at Broadford is now a 24 hour self weigh when VicRoads are not using. I drove over scales to check weight as did several trucks. Great to see this free service being available. Must be well calibrated bec...

I would be really interested to hear from anyone going through or camping at Glendambo. I am wondering if Neville is still working at the Hotel/ Caravan park.

Gday... Apologies if I sound pushy .... but Cindy created Travel Blogs by Members 12 days ago. It was an idea floated by members - including some who already have/had blogs - but there haven't been any included yet. Was Cindy's effort wasted? [edit: OK - so some have been included but hidden within the...

JAYCO FREEDOM-OUTBACK 2005, 16ft 10inch, single axle, twin berth off road poptop caravan. With aircon, microwave, 3 way fridge, 4 burner stove top & grill, solar power, batt charger, dual water tanks, dual spare wheels,50mm lift kit, upgraded suspension for added clearance offroad, jerry c...

The Lone Ranger and Tonto walked into a saloon and sat down to drink a beer.After a few minutes, a big tall cowboy walked in and said"Who owns the big white horse outside?"The Lone Ranger stood up, hitched his gun belt, and said,"I do....Why?"The cowboy looked at the Lone Ranger and said,"I just though...