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The facts behind caravan suspension
We look at the facts behind caravan suspension and ask, do you really need that independent set-up? Before we get into what’s important about the facts behind caravan suspension, let’s take a step back and think about what job the…
The beginners’ guide to free camping
If you’ve ever felt daunted by free camping because you didn’t know where to start, we’ve got some top tips to help in the beginners’ guide to free camping! Right now, many people are flocking to the caravan lifestyle. It…
Product review: BOS caravan stabiliser legs
There’s nothing like a long-term, real-world evaluation to work out a model’s performance. We review the BOS caravan stabiliser legs that have supported this van around Australia. By way of introduction, BOS manufactures towing equipment designed, engineered and manufactured in…
Product review: Caravan Hose Bag Kit
Why do we struggle with unwieldy and wild hoses and cables when something so simple as a Hose Bag Kit is available? Mark sharpens the axe while he ponders the Hose Bag Kit he actually bought! Many a time have…
When and how to use a weight-distribution hitch
Weight-distribution hitches can be literally a lifesaver but are no substitute for good payload balance. We explain when and how to use a weight-distribution hitch. We’ve probably all seen a van being towed by a vehicle with its nose pointing to…
Build a battery box wrong, and it becomes a hydrogen bomb!
We really need to stop turning battery boxes into hydrogen bombs! In a rather concerning trend I’ve noticed as of late, there are a lot of people building ‘battery boxes’. I absolutely understand the concept behind them; they’re portable, easy…
Caravan owner’s review: Roadstar Safari Tamer
After four Years, 50,000km, 18 months full-time on the road and crossing some of the country roughest tracks, has the Roadstar Safari Tamer lived up to its name? Marty Ledwich gives us the review of his own Roadstar Safari Tamer.…
Five-Minute Mods – Restore your caravan’s water pressure
It’s a common complaint: The water pressure in my caravan is terrible. What can I do about it? Well, I did a little investigating, and this is what I found. In our Five-Minute Mods – we show you how to…
Money-saving lessons from a tight-arse traveller
Don’t let a lack of money hold you back! Get the inside line on cheap travel with money-saving lessons from a tight-arse traveller. Right now, money is near the front of everyone’s minds. Whether you’re off for a relaxing weekend…
Caravan parks: It’s how much extra per child!?
It’s how much extra per child!? How does zero sound? That’s right, if you’re travelling with your kids, then there’s a scheme that you can get behind and support caravan parks supporting you! You will always find a very lively…
12 Pros and Cons of Lithium Batteries
It’s flexible but expensive – is lithium power right for you? We run through 12 pros and cons of lithium batteries. PROS 1 – ENERGY LEVELS LifePO4 (lithium) batteries will release energy at any level required in RV use. Given…
How to replace the anode in your RV hot water system
Having a hot water system in your caravan is usually an on-demand luxury that makes time in the van more home-like. Here’s how to replace the anode in your RV hot water system There are several established suppliers to the…
Is your caravan drawbar set to kill you?
If you simply hitch up and go, that’s a massive safety fail. We’ve put together a set of checks so that you can rest assured your drawbar is not set to kill you! Look, your drawbar isn’t actively trying to…
Caravan review: Wonderland Amaroo Hornet
The Wonderland Amaroo Hornet is big and bold but the sting is you’ll need a big rig to tow it If a little bling is your thing, then the new Wonderland RV Amaroo Hornet is guaranteed to generate more than…
