Hints, Tips and Great ideas

Vegemite · Vegemite

I didn't know what a footprint was until I did some searching for ground sheets. I decided to buy a Black Wolf Tuff Dome tent that has a base of around 2.4m square. Should I bother with a footprint and if so go with a pre-made one (generally expensive) or make my own from cheapish material? Has anyone had an...

ogre · ogre

If you have free standing solar panels, and some days you just cant seem to get enough light to make them work efficiently. I have found that if you stand them on a silver reflective windscreen protector it will deflect light up into the panels and make them work better even on cloudy days. I hope this hel...

neilnruth · neilnruth

Burnt the beetroot I was cooking tonight (caught it just in time - perhaps -so beetroot were still OK). I filled the saucepan with boiling water (not cold as it was still very hot) - added some bicarb soda and when it started to bubble added some vinegar. (Be careful it doesn't go over the top). Boiled it f...

Gravy · Gravy

Finally!! Ready to head off and figure I can have a longer lap if I can get some work. Any tips? -- Edited by Gravy on Monday 20th of January 2014 05:07:01 PM

jules47 · jules47

Purchased a Weber BabyQ recently, and wanted a cover for it, as it lives in the underbed storage, and also while out under the awning, to keep dust etc., out. Bought one of the cheap stripy bags - the largest one - cut the handle end off till it was the perfect size to fit over the bbq, also goes under the feet...

snap1946 · snap1946

Hi all anybody got some ideas for a spice rack in my van cheers snap

hako · hako

Was just down at SuperCheap and bought a adhesive backed non-slip ribbed rubber pad for the step on our Avan - never seen these before and for under $5 it should help avoid a slip or two on the steel surface. They seem to be fairly decent quality and I'll clean the step first with petrol.

GaryKelly · GaryKelly

I've been wondering what I could use to secure my rolled up hose during transit so it doesn't unravel. So today while I was shopping at Woolies, guess what I spotted? The ideal solution! A dog collar!

Olley46 · Olley46

This is a great idea for I pad user,s it one of the best accessories I have ever bought. lance C

Bunkerbob · Bunkerbob

We have nearly run out of Bio-Magic and need the recipe for the replacement. The last 4 litre cost $75.00 so it is becoming expensive. My wife has purchased the The Woolies/Select brand Boost but we need to know the details for its use please. Had already bought this but trying to be smart and save time, m...

jules47 · jules47

The power cord connecting the power source, genny or power pole in CP, blows in the wind, causing the plughole cover to flap annoyingly in the wind. To solve this, we have put two self adhesive power cord clips (quite cheap) on the wall, and put the cord through them - the cord doesn't move, and the flap s...

maanpa · maanpa

We have finally set a date to leave our jobs after a cruise to NZ in February 2014 and take off on the road. I have asked a few family members who have gone around Aussie what advice and the essential things to take. So far it's Plenty of water,extra battery, solar panels, never camp alone after 4pm. Has any...

herbie · herbie

Just used this bush method to check out if our gas conection was leakin,so know for sure it works. Use diluted washing up liquid smeard around all gas conections if you think or if there is a leak you will see bubbles appear.

hako · hako

I've recently replaced the kitchen sink mixer tap and this operation required me to make several cuts to 12mm semi rigid plastic hose - the type normally used in later model vans. Google said not to use a hacksaw but use a special hose cutter to ensure cuts were straight and clean. I checked these spe...

herbie · herbie

Always make sure that your relief valve on gas are always pointing away from van and tow vehicle.As if the pressure for some reason builds up and the relief valve releases the gas it wont make as much mess to van and vehicle.

chopit · chopit

I was given a cheap reversing camera for Dad's Day. Set it up with the camera beside the rego.plate. Could see well but the fish eye lens made it hard to judge distance. I have just relocated the camera to the top of the tow hitch. Used some scrap square & L aluminium, a few cable ties & a touch of glu...

mickm · mickm

I have a TV permanently mounted in the motorhome butwanted to be able to watch portable outside. I didn't want to sit it on a table or bench nor did I want to screw or bolt it to an outside wall. The solution I came up with can be mounted anywhere on a flat non-porous surface. Supports 90 kg and can be placed o...

bloomoon · bloomoon

I have always found that petrol removes anything ! Use it sparingly and don't smoke while using . Before unleaded came in, it was far more effective. -- Edited by bloomoon on Sunday 13th of October 2013 11:08:34 AM

Olley46 · Olley46

This is something that a gentleman told me about leaking windows,I notice In a few posts people saying they wouldn't bye a van with a front window a lot have a problem with water leaks,I am one of them with a leak,well what this gentleman told me how he fixed his is what i have done with ours and guess what i...

bridget · bridget

After setting up the camper for the night & having a great sleep i felt great after a cuppa .." off for a shower I said" ....with my towel & clothes in hand ...after being out back for a few weeks with just a bucket to wash in it felt great ......I grab the towel to wipe myself only to c...

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	Footprint. Do I need one? (Preview) I didn't know what a footprint was until I did some searching for ground sheets. I decided to buy a Black Wolf Tuff Dome tent that has a base of around 2.4m square. Should I bother with a footprint and if so go with a pre-made one (generally expensive) or make my own from cheapish material? Has anyone had an...	Vegemite	8	2373	03:42 PM Feb 8, 2014 by grahos
	boosting solar panels (Preview) If you have free standing solar panels, and some days you just cant seem to get enough light to make them work efficiently. I have found that if you stand them on a silver reflective windscreen protector it will deflect light up into the panels and make them work better even on cloudy days. I hope this hel...	ogre	8	2695	08:07 AM Feb 6, 2014 by Mick Woolnough
	Cleaning burnt saucepans (Preview) Burnt the beetroot I was cooking tonight (caught it just in time - perhaps -so beetroot were still OK). I filled the saucepan with boiling water (not cold as it was still very hot) - added some bicarb soda and when it started to bubble added some vinegar. (Be careful it doesn't go over the top). Boiled it f...	neilnruth	12	2286	10:50 PM Feb 1, 2014 by fridaydog
	Any Hints and Tips on getting jobs from Nomad Friendly employers? (Preview) Finally!! Ready to head off and figure I can have a longer lap if I can get some work. Any tips? -- Edited by Gravy on Monday 20th of January 2014 05:07:01 PM	Gravy	7	2351	04:03 PM Jan 28, 2014 by Gravy
	Covere for BabyQ (Preview) Purchased a Weber BabyQ recently, and wanted a cover for it, as it lives in the underbed storage, and also while out under the awning, to keep dust etc., out. Bought one of the cheap stripy bags - the largest one - cut the handle end off till it was the perfect size to fit over the bbq, also goes under the feet...	jules47	6	1856	08:14 AM Jan 22, 2014 by jules47
	spice rack (Preview) Hi all anybody got some ideas for a spice rack in my van cheers snap	snap1946	19	3836	08:05 PM Jan 20, 2014 by jules47
	Steel step non-slip (Preview) Was just down at SuperCheap and bought a adhesive backed non-slip ribbed rubber pad for the step on our Avan - never seen these before and for under $5 it should help avoid a slip or two on the steel surface. They seem to be fairly decent quality and I'll clean the step first with petrol.	hako	17	2185	01:56 AM Jan 18, 2014 by Dunmowin
	Hose tidy (Preview) I've been wondering what I could use to secure my rolled up hose during transit so it doesn't unravel. So today while I was shopping at Woolies, guess what I spotted? The ideal solution! A dog collar!	GaryKelly	19	3375	01:16 AM Jan 16, 2014 by Dunmowin
	I pad bean bag (Preview) This is a great idea for I pad user,s it one of the best accessories I have ever bought. lance C	Olley46	11	2099	06:42 PM Jan 14, 2014 by 03_troopy
	Bio-Magic replacement. (Preview) We have nearly run out of Bio-Magic and need the recipe for the replacement. The last 4 litre cost $75.00 so it is becoming expensive. My wife has purchased the The Woolies/Select brand Boost but we need to know the details for its use please. Had already bought this but trying to be smart and save time, m...	Bunkerbob	14	2692	02:21 PM Jan 11, 2014 by Kiwi Kate
	Cords flapping in the wind (Preview) The power cord connecting the power source, genny or power pole in CP, blows in the wind, causing the plughole cover to flap annoyingly in the wind. To solve this, we have put two self adhesive power cord clips (quite cheap) on the wall, and put the cord through them - the cord doesn't move, and the flap s...	jules47	5	1674	12:05 PM Jan 11, 2014 by Gerty Dancer
	Getting Organised to head off - advice welcome. (Preview) We have finally set a date to leave our jobs after a cruise to NZ in February 2014 and take off on the road. I have asked a few family members who have gone around Aussie what advice and the essential things to take. So far it's Plenty of water,extra battery, solar panels, never camp alone after 4pm. Has any...	maanpa	27	2970	09:51 AM Jan 1, 2014 by oldbobsbus
	Easy Way to Check For Gas Leak (Preview) Just used this bush method to check out if our gas conection was leakin,so know for sure it works. Use diluted washing up liquid smeard around all gas conections if you think or if there is a leak you will see bubbles appear.	herbie	10	3140	11:19 AM Dec 27, 2013 by oldbobsbus
	Cutting semi rigid hoses (Preview) I've recently replaced the kitchen sink mixer tap and this operation required me to make several cuts to 12mm semi rigid plastic hose - the type normally used in later model vans. Google said not to use a hacksaw but use a special hose cutter to ensure cuts were straight and clean. I checked these spe...	hako	15	2191	04:05 PM Dec 25, 2013 by mr glassies
	Relief Valve (Preview) Always make sure that your relief valve on gas are always pointing away from van and tow vehicle.As if the pressure for some reason builds up and the relief valve releases the gas it wont make as much mess to van and vehicle.	herbie	5	1828	07:27 PM Dec 12, 2013 by Beth54
	Making a cheap reverse camera more handy. (Preview) I was given a cheap reversing camera for Dad's Day. Set it up with the camera beside the rego.plate. Could see well but the fish eye lens made it hard to judge distance. I have just relocated the camera to the top of the tow hitch. Used some scrap square & L aluminium, a few cable ties & a touch of glu...	chopit	7	2512	09:45 AM Dec 8, 2013 by 03_troopy
	Portable TV mount (Preview) I have a TV permanently mounted in the motorhome butwanted to be able to watch portable outside. I didn't want to sit it on a table or bench nor did I want to screw or bolt it to an outside wall. The solution I came up with can be mounted anywhere on a flat non-porous surface. Supports 90 kg and can be placed o...	mickm	5	2081	09:42 AM Dec 8, 2013 by 03_troopy
	Remove gunk (Preview) I have always found that petrol removes anything ! Use it sparingly and don't smoke while using . Before unleaded came in, it was far more effective. -- Edited by bloomoon on Sunday 13th of October 2013 11:08:34 AM	bloomoon	5	1452	10:28 PM Dec 6, 2013 by Baz421
	Leaking front window (Preview) This is something that a gentleman told me about leaking windows,I notice In a few posts people saying they wouldn't bye a van with a front window a lot have a problem with water leaks,I am one of them with a leak,well what this gentleman told me how he fixed his is what i have done with ours and guess what i...	Olley46	6	1835	11:32 PM Nov 27, 2013 by Olley46
	shower with a 8 legged friend ? (Preview) After setting up the camper for the night & having a great sleep i felt great after a cuppa .." off for a shower I said" ....with my towel & clothes in hand ...after being out back for a few weeks with just a bucket to wash in it felt great ......I grab the towel to wipe myself only to c...	bridget	28	2556	04:00 AM Nov 27, 2013 by Beth54
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