Hints, Tips and Great ideas

Cupie · Cupie

Well, after today's episode I reckon that I have to be a bit of a goose. For years SWMBO has been complaining about the terrible squeaks that come from the corner steadies as I wind them up or down. They seem particularly noisy as we prepare for an early blast off, no doubt waking up or annoying our neighb...

oldbloke · oldbloke

Hi all, A few times here, and on the other forum, I have seen where people had problems unhooking their caravan from the tow ball. Mainly when the ground is uneven. This is due to not having enough clearance to get the jockey wheel in place. So some people run the van up on ramps. But this really just seems t...

Treecrest · Treecrest

I had found it best to raise the trailamate in the drawbar clamp when towing the van, as I noticed the hydraulics didn't work too well if the unit was laid sideways while travelling. The other day the wheel dropped down while driving!The inner shaft is held in place by a small bolt which screws up into t...

JET · JET

Hi all need a bit of information, I have a van and the hitch is to low its what they call a recessed hitch. I have a 200 series even with the longest drop down tow hitch it is still not level, I are thinking of having a plate welded on top of draw bar, has anyone had this done and do I need to have it inspected.

Colin Penrose · Colin Penrose

Hi all. I like many others don?t like putting holes in caravan roofs so I sikaflexed it on. A few people have spoken about seeing panels flying off. I came up with this solution. I have just done an over 10,000k trip with no movement. I am not saying that the sikaflex would not have held I look at it as insura...

Hetho · Hetho

I have just finished making this cargo barrier for my 200 series L/c. Materials cost $120.00 from the "Big Green Shed" Its not perfect, but It will definitely stop the big lumps from smacking me in the back of the head if the worst happens. The rope is Marine Grade and rated at 900Kg. Regards. Hetho.

BarryK · BarryK

This post is for hose who camp in a tent. Most stretchers have pointy legs, that can damage the floor of the tent. They apply a lot of force in a small area, especially if you are on the large size. Also, my stretcher, although sturdy without any wobble, the base of the legs do move a bit when I move around on t...

ian72 · ian72

I am looking at modern motor homes (used LWB size vans) & would appreciate some experienced advice. I do not want to be restricted from some dirt road travel away from large towns so reliability and ease of servicing/repairs/spares are considerations.

Bigglesinoz · Bigglesinoz

Hi, i'm just wondering if some enterprising person can start up a FB page/group called 'CampWatch'. The whole idea is similar to the Neighbourhood Watch idea. Thinking along the lines of Promo stickers, keyring things etc to raise money and awareness of like minded campers/travelers/ nomads or w...

Whenarewethere · Whenarewethere

I needed 4 AWG cable to lower wire resistance over the distance required. 6 AWG wire was not large enough. Also didn't want to use a larger Anderson plug as that created a list of new problems. So I expanded the lug: I drilled a block of wood to the right depth to support the end of the lug & the bottom of t...

Whenarewethere · Whenarewethere

If your car's cracks are full of dust & you have enough compressor power. Get an air duster/gun. I bought an Air Boy blower gun - Waterboy. They are pricey, I'm sure there are plenty of alternatives, but it is well made & I prefer to buy things once! Go over the car with air only first & what's l...

Whenarewethere · Whenarewethere

I made up a 175amp to 50amp adapter to be as compact as possible & nice & solid. Measured to the mm!

MarkAC · MarkAC

Looking for advice from people who actually use this method. I've been refilling my tanks by pumping water from very clear creeks for a while now without issue. I use 3 filters I'm now in western country and the clean streams are very few and far between so I'm after recommendations. I was thinking o...

jackijacki · jackijacki

Im wondering if anyone can offer advise on where/how to add LED lights to the exterior and or awning on our new Motor home? (new to us) Wanting some bling Thank You

hopetobenomad · hopetobenomad

Can anyone advise on how you have a physical address for car rego Medicare etc. We do not have relatives or a property and are in Tasmania looking to travel aus

ABNER · ABNER

I have an early model 2004 Pajero and intend doing some long drive trips now that we have a camper. I was wondering what to do about cutting down the amount of CD'S that I had to carry and the options that were available to me. The Stereo in the car does not have a a USB inlet and I had decided that I could put a lo...

jjellfern · jjellfern

Has anybody rigged up there van so as they can use local water in their shower etc? Instead of using the water in your tanks you conserve that water, which you know to be good quality for vital purposes like cooking, coffee and cleaning teeth etc. This way the water in our 80 lt tank can last us a number of we...

Mario · Mario

Hi, We are picking up a new Van after Christmas, the one thing I notice is very limited bench top space for food prep, Im thinking that a Lge HPDE board to fit over the entire stove top would be the answer, it would have to be raised either end so as not to put weight on and damage stove top surface, would any on...

Long Weekend · Long Weekend

For those thinking about buying clear view mirrors for their tug, I suggest buying the black ones rather than the dressier chrome. Those that already have a chrome set put a strip of black tape along the top bar on each side. That will stop the sun from reflecting into your eyes like mine does! Murray

tonyob · tonyob

https://www.4wdsupacentre.com.au/products/rear-drawers.html

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Noisy Corner steadies - a fix (Preview) Well, after today's episode I reckon that I have to be a bit of a goose. For years SWMBO has been complaining about the terrible squeaks that come from the corner steadies as I wind them up or down. They seem particularly noisy as we prepare for an early blast off, no doubt waking up or annoying our neighb...	Cupie	9	3047	05:42 PM Nov 25, 2019 by Cupie
	Jockey Wheel Modification (Preview) Hi all, A few times here, and on the other forum, I have seen where people had problems unhooking their caravan from the tow ball. Mainly when the ground is uneven. This is due to not having enough clearance to get the jockey wheel in place. So some people run the van up on ramps. But this really just seems t...	oldbloke	16	8654	04:58 PM Nov 19, 2019 by end-on
	Trailamate jockey wheel info (Preview) I had found it best to raise the trailamate in the drawbar clamp when towing the van, as I noticed the hydraulics didn't work too well if the unit was laid sideways while travelling. The other day the wheel dropped down while driving!The inner shaft is held in place by a small bolt which screws up into t...	Treecrest	0	2277	12:44 PM Nov 7, 2019 by Treecrest
	Caravan hitch to low (Preview) Hi all need a bit of information, I have a van and the hitch is to low its what they call a recessed hitch. I have a 200 series even with the longest drop down tow hitch it is still not level, I are thinking of having a plate welded on top of draw bar, has anyone had this done and do I need to have it inspected.	JET	5	3147	06:42 PM Oct 21, 2019 by Vaughan
	Glued on solar panels (Preview) Hi all. I like many others don?t like putting holes in caravan roofs so I sikaflexed it on. A few people have spoken about seeing panels flying off. I came up with this solution. I have just done an over 10,000k trip with no movement. I am not saying that the sikaflex would not have held I look at it as insura...	Colin Penrose	6	2933	09:27 AM Oct 14, 2019 by Colin Penrose
	Cargo Barrier (Preview) I have just finished making this cargo barrier for my 200 series L/c. Materials cost $120.00 from the "Big Green Shed" Its not perfect, but It will definitely stop the big lumps from smacking me in the back of the head if the worst happens. The rope is Marine Grade and rated at 900Kg. Regards. Hetho.	Hetho	13	2467	08:53 PM Oct 10, 2019 by aussie_paul
	Shoes for your stretcher! stretcher legs tent (Preview) This post is for hose who camp in a tent. Most stretchers have pointy legs, that can damage the floor of the tent. They apply a lot of force in a small area, especially if you are on the large size. Also, my stretcher, although sturdy without any wobble, the base of the legs do move a bit when I move around on t...	BarryK	2	3157	07:51 PM Sep 19, 2019 by KJB
	Which base for a motorhome. (Preview) I am looking at modern motor homes (used LWB size vans) & would appreciate some experienced advice. I do not want to be restricted from some dirt road travel away from large towns so reliability and ease of servicing/repairs/spares are considerations.	ian72	4	2396	07:57 PM Sep 15, 2019 by Aus-Kiwi
	'CampWatch', Looking after your Mates (Preview) Hi, i'm just wondering if some enterprising person can start up a FB page/group called 'CampWatch'. The whole idea is similar to the Neighbourhood Watch idea. Thinking along the lines of Promo stickers, keyring things etc to raise money and awareness of like minded campers/travelers/ nomads or w...	Bigglesinoz	17	3347	09:37 PM Aug 27, 2019 by flyoz
	50amp Anderson plug expand for 4 AWG cable (Preview) I needed 4 AWG cable to lower wire resistance over the distance required. 6 AWG wire was not large enough. Also didn't want to use a larger Anderson plug as that created a list of new problems. So I expanded the lug: I drilled a block of wood to the right depth to support the end of the lug & the bottom of t...	Whenarewethere	5	5579	10:36 AM Jul 30, 2019 by Peter_n_Margaret
	Saving water cleaning dust out of vehicle cracks! (Preview) If your car's cracks are full of dust & you have enough compressor power. Get an air duster/gun. I bought an Air Boy blower gun - Waterboy. They are pricey, I'm sure there are plenty of alternatives, but it is well made & I prefer to buy things once! Go over the car with air only first & what's l...	Whenarewethere	1	2666	08:11 PM Jul 28, 2019 by Craig1
	Compact Anderson 175amp to 50amp adapter (Preview) I made up a 175amp to 50amp adapter to be as compact as possible & nice & solid. Measured to the mm!	Whenarewethere	9	3478	09:53 AM Jul 16, 2019 by Whenarewethere
	Using creek/dam water to fill tanks (Preview) Looking for advice from people who actually use this method. I've been refilling my tanks by pumping water from very clear creeks for a while now without issue. I use 3 filters I'm now in western country and the clean streams are very few and far between so I'm after recommendations. I was thinking o...	MarkAC	14	3246	08:43 AM Jul 1, 2019 by MarkAC
	Bling it with LED lights? (Preview) Im wondering if anyone can offer advise on where/how to add LED lights to the exterior and or awning on our new Motor home? (new to us) Wanting some bling Thank You	jackijacki	7	2949	12:06 AM Jun 29, 2019 by Mamil
	Address (Preview) Can anyone advise on how you have a physical address for car rego Medicare etc. We do not have relatives or a property and are in Tasmania looking to travel aus	hopetobenomad	2	2487	09:02 PM Jun 27, 2019 by Ge
	Music for long trips (Preview) I have an early model 2004 Pajero and intend doing some long drive trips now that we have a camper. I was wondering what to do about cutting down the amount of CD'S that I had to carry and the options that were available to me. The Stereo in the car does not have a a USB inlet and I had decided that I could put a lo...	ABNER	8	3766	06:36 PM Jun 22, 2019 by biggles2
	Conserving your precious water (Preview) Has anybody rigged up there van so as they can use local water in their shower etc? Instead of using the water in your tanks you conserve that water, which you know to be good quality for vital purposes like cooking, coffee and cleaning teeth etc. This way the water in our 80 lt tank can last us a number of we...	jjellfern	23	8901	05:42 PM Jun 22, 2019 by MarkAC
	Bench Top Cutting Boards (Preview) Hi, We are picking up a new Van after Christmas, the one thing I notice is very limited bench top space for food prep, Im thinking that a Lge HPDE board to fit over the entire stove top would be the answer, it would have to be raised either end so as not to put weight on and damage stove top surface, would any on...	Mario	11	5807	05:36 PM Jun 22, 2019 by MarkAC
	Clearview Mirrors (Preview) For those thinking about buying clear view mirrors for their tug, I suggest buying the black ones rather than the dressier chrome. Those that already have a chrome set put a strip of black tape along the top bar on each side. That will stop the sun from reflecting into your eyes like mine does! Murray	Long Weekend	10	3994	05:32 PM Jun 22, 2019 by MarkAC
	Pajero room in rear under sliding cabinet (Preview) https://www.4wdsupacentre.com.au/products/rear-drawers.html	tonyob	5	2863	09:57 PM Jun 17, 2019 by tonyob
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