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Many caravan and camper-trailer owners, who have major problems with their vehicle - and cannot get their Supplier (Dealer) to rectify them (as is legally required under the Provisions of the Australian Consumer Law) - have serious time-wasting and frustrating hassles, trying...

The latest Aldi flyer is advertising 38Ah AGM deep cycle lead acid batteries at $99.99 (say $100!). Available from Saturday 29 September. Also in the same flyer are solar mat kits, 2200W generators, portable fridge freezers, plus other camping items. I haven't seen the batteries on sale by Aldi bef...

I have recently replaced the fuel selector knob on my Electrolux fridge, however it is a bit hard to change fuel selection without using a bit of oomph. I`m worried I will be up for another knob real soon if this keeps up. Can someone tell me what is the best way to get the thing moving more freely.

As you will no doubt recall, I managed to break the pin from the power inlet on my van as a result of the power cord refusing to let go. I returned to my van yesterday and met with the electrician. It turned out just as predicted by the wise men of the forum. Firstly, the part was readily available. The job too...

The Tamworth Music Festival has once again, come and gone I recommend this, as a place to put on a bucket list, as there are plenty of free sites within driving distance of the town, (the closest is the one adjacent to the airport on the Oxley Highway, approximately eight kilometres from town), and ther...

Pap diesel heater flame outPermalink Reply Quote Edit Post We have installed a 3kw diesel heater in our fan was working fine. After being not used for several months having trouble getting it to fire up and when it does blows copious amounts of white smoke and the throws e8 error code which is flame...

We can have a bomb attack, an attack with guns, arrows, spears or clubs. This we would treat as a declaration of war. What about a laser attack or ---- a cyber attack, just because the means of delivery has changed, does that change its purpose? I ask if this continues, at what stage are we going to say enou...

Hi everyone. We have just joined up and I thought I would share our blog site that we use for all our travels. We are looking forward to sharing and learning some new things from everyone. Blog: steveandmareeringrose.com Cheers Steve and Maree

This me 2 weeks ago. With just a hint of anticipation. With just a hint of excitement. OK, with a LOT of excitement, here I stand on the precipice of my future Finally. Finally. For me the wait is over. After 4+ years in the planning the time has now comeTo hit the road permanently and follow the sunTomo...

All set for first long trip solo and have done some research, but have had warnings about 'unsavoury' types scouring some parks and campsites. Albany was a particular mention. I have a lockable Trayon slide on with solar, but it wouldn't be difficult to get into when set up with the annexe (as I intend t...

has anyone replaced the original half moon door and drawere handles in a lotus caravan if so what did you use.

A house in a small town caught fire so the local fire department was called to put it out. However, the fire was far too much for the department to handle on their own so someone suggested that a nearby volunteer group be called to action. Despite some doubt that the volunteers would be of any assistance,...

Just left Boonoo Boonoo NP near Tenterfield and was horrified at the prices. Per night they wanted $12 per person and $8 per car that's $32 per day for us and all that we had was a long drop toilet, wooden bench at some sites. For $33 per night in Tenterfield we had flush toilets showers laundry kitchen a...

Just finished making a comment of a certain topic. Life style villages. Apparently I did not hit send. Now I can not find my comments. Any idea how I can retrieve the comment. Jay&Dee

Hello everyone, I know from past work experience the optimum temperature for batteries to work at their best is around 25-30 degrees but we have the habit of installing auxiliary batteries in places where the temp could be 80 degrees on a normal 30 degree day. There is one good thing about Toyota - th...

Haven't traveled this road for a couple of years. Anyone driven it lately ? I've been told that there is mining going out out there.

A tourist had lost his way on a back road and stopped at a farmhouse to ask if he could be stay there for the night. Well, were mighty crowded since theres already someone in the spare room, replied the farmer. But I guess you can stay if you dont mind sharing the bed with a tall blonde. The tourist puffed out...

Hi all, we have a dometic 215 compressor fridge that runs fine tho of late has decided to just stop , lights out , no-one home , for no reason . when i disconnect the power to the fridge and reconnect it , away we go as normal. and may be 4 weeks or more till it happens again. Has anyone had similar probs and if so...