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Hi all, my other half and l are are still fixing our 1984 coaster bus. It was an old "bus for hire" so it needed a lot of work when we got it. I have heard that we can change the 22R 4 cylinder petrol motor for a V6 holden motor,, my question is, where can l have it, has anyone had it done, feedback please, and what...

Hello our names are Wendy and Jeff and we have just joined the group, we have just purchased a 1996 Toyota Coaster bus that is 80% finished so just a few more little items to go, I am hoping that some of you may be able to give me some advice or info on where to go to buy some of the items i need. I am looking for a co...

When setting up the UHF radio, do you have channel 11 set as priority, i.e. press the mic button and it defaults to the priority channel, or do you have it set on 40 or 18. What stations do you have set for the channel scanning?

Any one know who may be able to look at problem with a diesel heater. I am moving North inland towards Injune from Roma. The self diagnosic is telling me either no ignition or no diesel getting through, but I have no idea what to do about this anyway, and I am freezing!! Has not worked now for two weeks. Hav...

Hoping to soon purchase a new van, and are seriously considering a New Age Caravan. While we have done heaps of homework about this purchase, we would appreciate any expert knowledge anyone has to offer. Rosie -- Edited by Rip and Rosie on Thursday 23rd of June 2016 07:31:37 PM

Hi all, Has anyone being to Carnarvon Jetty of late. Has any work been done on the Burnt out section as yet. We were there last in 2014 and still Zero then. It was a top spot to drop a line in, from readings of the past. Regards Jim

Hi...I'm a female solo traveller, just new to this site. I'm currently near Wangaratta and looking at driving to the coast to Merimbula then heading north.. My map shows three possible routes ...just wondering if someone could advise me on steepness and condition of the roads. Also, with the cold sn...

Hi all, We are off in a few more weeks. Lambie and I need a Telstra plan, to cover both Mobile phones I have an S5 and Lambies S4 and two I pads + one lap top. We went to the Telstra shop on Tuesday to make an enquiry as to what is best for us. We need data. The young bloke we were speaking to, spoke at speed = Double D...

Not sure exactly where this was found in WA, but a great find for someone....This is a large Nugget recently found in WA, it will most likely be sold to the USA -- weight is 3 KG and comes with a huge price tag of course. Gold lifted $60 an Ounce today, work that out.

Lawn Hill, I will be around the Lawn Hill area Mid August and was wondering if there are any recent Travelers that could give me some idea of the road conditions lately.Also where do you book for Caravan sites? Regards Keith

Good Day my name is Jeff and i have just joined the group, i have a 1996 Toyota Coaster bus that is 80% finished so just a few more little items to go, and also the reason i am here hoping to get some advice or info on where to go to buy some of the items i need. I am looking for a company that actually makes long ran...

Any one out there dealt with a VT 1999 Commodore SW I have a starting issue get it going for a day or two then on the third it won't start Change every elec part to do with ignition but problem persist . Is there some special Phantom Ring I need to wear or a stupid hat. Has me buggered what to do

what is the best way to travel towing van -- Edited by benji on Tuesday 31st of May 2016 11:27:05 AM

Some highlights from our Coober Pedy visit.

This is a fantastic little spot. Showground on Ivory Creek Road has power, water & HOT showers (unpaid) for $100 week, think nightly rate about $16.50. Quiet spot in a lovely little town. Gun club every 3rd Sunday, but if you go to far side of ground, bugger-all noise. Woodford is nice too, 7 day...

Had the eldest and the youngest Grandkids visit. Livvy (Olivia) and Will (william) Aussie Paul.b

Free stays on a grassy block behind the RSL which owns the land - not very big and no facilities but the club offers the use of showers and toilet.

Great little town with friendly locals, spoke to a council worker who assured me that RV's were welcome and could stay for free. In the middle of town on the left heading north, near the oval or on the right on the way out. There's a tap just past the oval on the left but not suitable for drinking.

ok have load levelers / weight distribution bars to put on van ( ended up with 4 sets 2 trojan 2 haymen reece ) but have a vague remembrance from somewhere that they should t be used 1 on rough roads ? 2 when reversing ? was going to put one of the hayman sets on as have had them in the past what are peo...

Hi all, Been awhile but have a question: Am thinking of getting 9 inch led driving lights and 22inch bar light and was wondering if anyone has brought or have the ones advertised on www.4wd supercenter.com.au if so are they any good? Or can anyone recommend other ones. Thanks Uncle Wombat