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Thought I had posted this but obviously not. Looking for a user assessment of the ICom 440 UHF radio. Like the set up of the 440 having the guts of it under the seat and the working bit all in the Mic Combo. I would also be interested in hearing comments on any other split system that is contained in the mic...

Hi to all We are new to the nomad way of life,about to start our journey next monday.We have a pop top jayco van with ample storage,I dont know if I have been packing toooo much stuff.What did you all do when you first started out? Kathryn

Does anyone take a bread maker with them when they travel for any extended periods and is it worth it.

A duck hunter was out enjoying a nice morning on the marsh when he decided to take a leak..... He walked over to a tree and propped up his gun. Just then a gust of wind blew, the gun fell over, and discharged... shooting him in the genitals. Several hours later, lying in a hospital bed, he was approached by h...

I reckon that Wombles quote Re.Dave 06 and the delightful Dragon would have to qualify for the Post of the Year..Cheers.Ibbo

hi guys and gals just thought I would tell you about an iteresting interlude that happened to us last weekend I had a minor vehicular inconvienience just up the road from a place called port Pirie in south australia at the foot of the magnificent flinders ranges (cracked subframe on the van) after a...

Yesterday I was at my local COSTCO buying a large bag of Purina dog chow for my loyal pet, Biscuit, the Wonder Dog and was in the checkout line when woman behind me asked if I had a dog.What did she think I had, an elephant? So since I'm retired and have little to do, on impulse I told her that no, I didn't have...

In recent times, there has been a high number of links added to posts. I for one, rarely use a link, for security reasons. Any site can become infected, as those that have been here long enough, will know about the ad banners that got into this site While it is normally not an issue, it could be In the highly...

Hi all Just loading the Hiace ready to roll North to Kalbarri from Perth tomorrow. Topping up the windscreen washer reservoirs with water and thinking I need to buy some proper liquid. Does anyone make their own !!! Is there a good brand that suits Australian conditions !! Regards Mike and Ellie

GNs planning a trip to northern WA, and who like a tipple: take supplies with you. All takeaway sales were banned in Carnarvon on Friday for two Aboriginal funerals. The ban may be lifted today, but who knows? And Roebourne council is voting today on a possible total and permanent ban on all alchohol sa...

Well we will be off to Queensland on Tuesday only a short trip as have to be back late August for daughter - in - laws treatment but it will be so good to be back on the road just can`t wait. Helena.

Saw a traffic warning on another forum about huge amounts of Army traffic (including tanks on transporters) in Central and East Queensland, heading East. Apparently there is a major Armed Forces Exercise beginning at Shoalwater Bay [North of Rockhampton] shortly and that there are a lot of A...

I guess that this a bit unusual but here goes.We are going to NZ on 21/7/09 for 10 days.Wally the Staffie does not want to go with us,bit of a hang up about being mistaken for a sheep.So we are looking for an alternative to a boarding kennel.We are leaving from Mooloolaba so if anyone would like the pleasur...

does anyone have a nice tasty recipe,for bread

Just thought some of you may enjoy this link I found Kind regards Hotrodbus http://thefiftiesandsixties.com/CarsWeDrove.htm

http://www.aldi.com.au/au/html/service/newsletter.htm?WT.z_src...

Hi! Experts, My better half is installing a CB radio in our Hyundai Santa Fe. Where to drill ? etc ? Would appreciate any advice if anyone has encountered this or installed a unit. Thanks a Lot !!!!!! Liz

I may cop some flack about this by here goes anyways. I can remember in the winter months I would travel South to Victoria and SA as there was not a lot of people travelling the cold states in Winter. Now don't get me wrong here, I like people as much as the next person, but I also like the peace and quite of on...

Mick is home from Bundaberg and on his way, between gympie and Brisbane he counted 124 caravans, campers and motorhomes heading north. It just made us stop to think how many of us like minded people there are out there. And I must admit, a tinge of jelousy that we are not able to join them yet! But our turn...

Arrived in Karumba yesterday and have never seen so many vans in the one place. I don't think there are any victorians left at home, they are all here. We are staying at the Sunset CP, the dearest in town at $29 pn but is the closest to the point. Caught 5 nice bream yesterday and hopefully will get some more...