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Hi guys, I have a wooden floor in my van, and when the weather is hot and dry (here in WA) the floor squeks when we walk on it, it doesn't matter if the legs are up or down, same problem. I was told by a caravan repair shop to stick a hose under and wet the floor from below, this did work for a couple of days, but wat...

Over the past few years there have been numerous postings on all the Cavavaning Forums in relation the whether Trailer Safety Chains are required to be crossed when two are fitted. The general consensus was that it was a legal requirement to cross chains in NSW and only a recommendation in all the othe...

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hi everone we have recently joined the site as we are in process of selling the house and hitting the roads.we are reading regular to pick up any little ideas as we know there is a lot to learn.would like to pose one question though,is anyone out there towing with an 80series petrol cruiser with Lpg and ho...

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Something someone said to me the other day prompted me to write ... He said that a person without friends is on his way out. I haven't posted here since December.Prior to that I was having an absolute ball as a traveller.I'd taken a deep breath,sold the house bought a van and resigned my job. I've wanted t...

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Just wondering what the free camp sites in Queensland will be like in June will still go anyway but can't afford caravan parks all the time. Helena.

At the moment we are caretaking a 600,000 acre property which is about 120km across. it is bout 70km north of the nearest town Sandstone WA. It is lovely to be 50km from another living sole after 4 months in Margaret River & Perth The owner before he went away to get married told us an interesting sto...

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I looked at a Toyota Hi Ace Sunliner today at Morley Ford. Has absolutely everything in it. Would just have to throw my clothes in and go. I will lose a bit of money in the trade in but would save myself about 2 - 3,000 that I still need and don 't have to set this van of mine up how I want it. Has kitchen, cooking...

Starting back in the sixties, I have lived and worked in Australias "Top End", from the Kimberley to Cairns. Yes, there are a lot more, "Mud Ghekkos" about since they were put under protection in 1972. "Sweetheart" was one big croc that lived in the South All...

After reading HW's experience with her High Ace purchase it does make you wary of dealing with used vehicle merchants although I am sure there are some who are not that way, I know a few I would deal with but not many others. HW's experience so far have been a nightmare, see this link; http://www.active...

One of the places I really want to see this time on my way north is Undara Lava Tubes. I've read all their jargon on their site, but wondered if anyone has any other advise/thoughts on this place.

I have been looking for a motorhome for some time now. Was wondering if any one has one of the KEA ex rental ones. They appear to be a good deal and have everything I need. What are the things I need to look out for? All advice or experiences would be much appreciated. Thanks.

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Leaving middle of next week for the G/Coast again , two weeks with family & the Alan Jackson concert in Brissy ,then S/E Qld hinterland for 3-4 weeks . We will then be heading to the NT again for some fishing. Hope to see some GN's along the way. -- Edited by justcruisin01 on Saturday 26th of February...

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