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Just replaced the old nylon red dust impregnated insect screens on the 2012 Kedron ATV. Well actually, Paul & Vanessa at “Swap & Stop Midge Screens did!!!! They did a great job and we are very pleased with the results. Recommend Paul & Vanessa’s service! Based in Caloundra, they arrive at your site (we used Dicky Beach Caravan Park) first thing. They remove all the blind/screen window fittings, take them away, replace the insect screens, clean up the blinds, fix up any small tears and return early afternoon to refit on your van, like brand new! Excellent and good value for money!!! Given the option of replacing the entire window blinds/screens by your local repairer this is a no-brainer! Paul & Vanessa 0448911235 pandvarch@gmail.com
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untilJanuary 26 Australia Day 2025 Join us to celebrate from Friday 24th - Tuesday 28th January 2025 Nanango Showgrounds Due to popular demand, we will be having another Australia day gather at Nanango Showgrounds in January. Cost $25.00 per night per couple with power and water. Please pay individually with the caretaker Glennys on arrival. HOW TO GET THERE Driving into Nanango on the D’Aguilar Highway, enter via Cairns St go past the office to the caretaker. We will be grouped together near the cattle sheds. We have the same huge undercover area we had last year. Campground 129 Drayton St, Nanango, Queensland. Toilets Available Disabled Facilities Showers Available Drinking Water Available Rubbish Bins Available Dump Point Available 2 on-site. Power Available Mobile Phone Reception Pets Permitted. Wear your best Aussie day clobber and decorate your van. The great Aussie Thong and Gum Boot throwing contests. Saturday Night the 25th we have booked dinner at the RSL club, dinner from the bistro menu. The club has a courtesy vehicle for us to utilise to and from the showgrounds. Sunday is Australia Day, and the town is likely to have a similar event to last year to be advised. Golf, bring your clubs if you are keen for a round A Trivia night is being planned for your enjoyment and entertainment. Gokart racing unfinished business from last year weather permitting. We hope to see as many people as possible to help celebrate Australia Day with us. If you have and extra power lead or water hose throw it in. (not absolutely necessary)
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Hi Gail. After emptying the cassette, we pour about half a cup of Pine O Clean disinfectant into it, seems to do the trick. Cheers from Pete.
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Hi Gail, Yes, there is a certain smell from the contents of the SOG cassette when you empty it, and of course it depends on what goes in as to what comes out. Both number one and two goes into our toilet and the smell can be quite strong, however according to my husband it is better than some of those awful chemical smells. I also empty the cassette and manage just fine, it is not pleasant, however it is not the worst either. The benefit of no odor inside the van when you use the toilet or go into the ensuite was the absolute winner for us. You could add a few drops of an odor netualising agent such as nilodor or V.I.Poo just prior to emptying which may help mask the smell. We always give it a really good clean out with detergent and water. Cheers Penny
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Hi, I would like to know if the smell from the SOG toilet, when being emptied is very smelly…. As having no chemical I’m worried that when I empty it, it’s going to smell to much. Cheers Gail
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I am very interested in purchasing a Kedron Compact. If you’re looking to sell yours please get in contact with me. My email is stephen.kalyniuk@infogroup.com.au Thnak you in advance for your reply.
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Hi All I would apprecaiet any feedback on the Kedron "Compression Hatch" . How effective is it? I've looked at Carafan, Gusto and Dometic. I like the Gusto unit and was prepared to go that way unti I found out Kedron do their own DRS. Thanks for your input
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untilv KOG Christmas Gathering 2024 Kandanga Country Club RV Park Friday 29th Nov - Monday 2nd Dec The park is nestled between the Clubhouse and surrounding farmland. Please make your booking with us not directly with the bowls club. Fees Powered Site $25 per site /night Unpowered Site $12 per site/night POWERED SITES 18 powered/watered sites. Do not contact the bowls club directly we have a list of names, there are only 18 powered sites so first in has power!!!! Please contact Rod or Penny if you have any questions ?????????????? DUMP POINT Nearest dump point for wastewater is 10km away in Imbil Showgrounds. BLACK WATER to be retained within vehicle & taken from site. GREY WATER is to be retained within vehicle or discharged onto gardens. SHOWER FACILITIES Coin operated shower takes 3 x $1 coins. PETS Small pets are welcome and must be kept on a leash. Please clean up after your dogs. Health regulations require that PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE EATING AREAS. ALCOHOL Takeaway alcohol is available in the Club Bottle Shop. Due to licensing regulations, BYO alcohol must not be brought into the licensed area, including bowls green and outside tables. What’s Happening Friday 29th November meet & greet bowls Happy hour 5pm nibbles & drinks Saturday 30th November Morning 10am morning tea & secret Santa in club house Dress in your Xmas themed t-shirts and tinsel See details below: Afternoon explore the region or nap time. A game of bowls if you are keen? Evening 6pm Christmas Dinner in dining area Drinks at bar Sunday 1st December Morning 10am tba Afternoon bowls and own activities in the local area 5pm Happy hour Monday 2nd December Continue your travels or depart home Secret Santa will be happening again this year with new and exciting ideas so please join in and bring a gift to the value of $30.00 per van Join us Saturday night for the annual KOG XMAS Dinner Christmas themed dinner at the bowls club. Price per head to be advised. Bare foot / social bowls is included, we can play anytime, so join in the fun!!! Kandanga Swimming Pool just across the road Monday / Wednesday / Friday 06:00 am - 08:00 am 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Tuesday / Thursday 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Saturday / Sunday 10:30 am - 5:00 pm Prices: $3.70 - Adult $3.00 - Concession Adult Kandanga Farm Store Kandanga Farm Store is your destination for anything and everything from farm to fork and a starting point for your trip to Kandanga Farm and the Mary Valley. 93 Main Street Kandanga, Qld 4570 Ph. 07 5484 3771 Email: info@kandangafarmstore.com.au Open 9am – 4pm Tuesday – Friday 9am – 1pm Saturday Kandanga Cemetery Enjoy a quiet walk around Kandanga's history cemetery, take in the ambiance., and be surprised by the colour of the surrounding plants and gardens. Address: 2325 Mary Valley Rd Email: info@kandangacemetery.com.au
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Hi all, I have solved my problem.... I have taken the plunge and purchased a 200Ah Lithium battery, a new AC charger to suit and a new Solar controller to suit also. Cheers Rob
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untilHi All, Please join us for a Kedron gathering in the green rolling hills of Robertson on the beautiful Southern Highlands NSW from Friday 21st February-Monday 24th February 2025. The Southern Highlands has many attractions on offer including, The Sir Don Bradman Museum at Bowral, The Illawarra Fly lookout and many stunning waterfalls and local gardens (Belmore Falls at Robertson pictured below). A communal camp dinner and fun Australian travel trivia is planned for the Saturday night. Camping Details: Robertson Showground (entry via High Street) $20 per van per night (power and water included) Dogs allowed on leash Camp kitchen and dining hall available for use Toilets and hot showers available
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Hi all, I have a 2011 TopEnder and I want to replace the 3 x 120ah agm batteries with a 200ah lithium lifepo4 battery. The onboard 240v charger is the Xantrex 40amp and the solar controller is the Morningstar TS-45 which came with the van when built. Both do not support lithium charging that I know of. My question is, can I simply just replace the agm's with the new lithium without replacing the 240v AC charger and Solar controller? Has anyone done this? My understanding from what I have read online is that the Battery BMS will sort it out. There are conflicting reports online as to what will work and will not. Any constructive feedback is welcome Cheers Rob Note: I have 3 x 135w solar panels on the roof, my guess is that will be OK with charging the lithium battery.
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Serenity , very difficult to find now days , yourself and Val seem to have no problems.
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Sounds great, I like the idea of a ferry across the river to the local pub.
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Hi Chris. it looks like you folk are doing it tough!!!!!! Cheers from Margaret and Pete.
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A nice quiet spot on the River Murray SA, near Berri. Site 5, at Lyrup Flats. It is a national park (Murray River National Park), NE of Adelaide. And although it’s a national park, it is dog friendly in this section. Lovely weather and equally lovely view. And no one else in cooee. The small town of Lyrup is just across the river on a ferry ride, and has a great tavern with meals.
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Kedron Topender - our around Australia travels have finished and we would very much like for others to share in this amazing experience. That is why we are selling our ultimate off road caravan that will go anywhere you want to take it. Australian built and guarantee with its outstanding workmanship. What an opportunity to get a great off-road caravan for half the price of a new one, and no waiting time as its ready to go now. Excellent second-hand condition, and well maintained and serviced. NSW registration 15.11.25. Has everything you need to go off road and off grid, and avoid the crowds and caravan parks if you wish. 3 solar panels provide heaps of power and 3 water tanks gives you a total of 300lts. Independent suspension. Most things operate on 12 volt eg fridge, lights, fans & TV which is great when off the beaten track. We have had some amazing trips and adventures around Australia in this van and now its your turn. Pull out generator drawer with rain cover Boot divider for ease of storage BBQ & gas cooker. Innerspring queen bed & topper Leather lounge/dinning setting Full ensuite with large size shower and separate toilet Large fridge and oven, microwave and heaps of storage Reverse cycle air conditioner and also 2 x 12 volt fans All the comforts of home Come and inspection as you will not be disappointed Why not become a grey nomad and enjoy this great life style Recently replaced: 3 x 120amp deep cycle batteries Powertech 40 amp solar charge controller Outside awning Stone guard Full block out blinds Lots of extras, too many to list More photos are available on request. Phone - Denise 0432 168 185
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I keep my face plates on my c40s and c60s off at all times and can reach everything within (I live in the deserts and it help to keep them cool with the face plates off). If you lift the charge controller off to mounting screws and move the screws over a few inches you would be able to reach the reset hole and button. Further you shouls have some distance from other equipment to help keep the unit cool. By having it mounted so close doesn't allow enough area to dissapate the heat.
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Just today been replacing radiator and heater hoses as a precaution on our 2005 LC 100 4.2 TD. All hoses have been in excellent condition and not really needing replacement, however doing it for peace of mind as a friend had a heater hose burst on his LC 100 a year or so ago. I found though that the top radiator connection spigot was a bit crumbly on inside, so referred to Dr Google and found this thread. Now I am more concerned than before changing the hoses. Perhaps I'll pay a visit to Ipswich Radiator Works on Robjewel's recommendation above, seeing as I live here. Would have been my 1st point of call anyhow.
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Hi Pete, I’ve heard tell of the ‘Fridge Whisperer’ before so thanks for the number and if I can’t get this sorted out locally I will give him a call. Now that I’m armed with this new knowledge regarding average daily use from Chris I’m quietly confident that I can get the problem fixed. Up to then I didn’t know for certain that my suspicions regarding amperage consumption were justified as I’ve been wrong before .Just ask my ……….anyway ,thanks.
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Hi. This might be a long shot. A couple of times in the past, I have used ‘The Fridge Whisperer’ (07 5499 1261) in Caboolture, north of Brisbane. The guy was able to help us some years ago. Even though you’re in Belrose NSW, no harm in giving him a call. Cheers from Pete.
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Thanks Chris , That figure of 70 amps /day is very helpful as it gives me something to compare with.Ours uses about 50 amps overnight with the sleep function on for most of that 12 hr period so I’m guessing it uses well over a 100 amps per day to operate. I’ll call the Australian distributor and hopefully get this fixed as it’s frustrated me for 4 years! Thanks again.
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We don’t have the 150l fridge (have the 230l) and it uses roughly 70 amp hours per day…that is, over a 24 hour period. Ours does ice up and needs defrosting about every 3 to 4 weeks. I hope this is helpful?
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Hi Karen, yes but they weren’t interested as it’s a manufacturer’s problem. I’ve taken it to a Vitrifigo fridge mechanic who fixed the exhaust fan which solved the icing up that was occurring but not the coldness issue. Can anyone tell me approximately how many (amps) this fridge should use in say a 12 hour timeframe while on sleep mode? Also do other owners only run their fridge on the (1 ) setting regardless of ambient temperature ? In which case it seems to me a little odd to have 4 useless settings! Any help would be much appreciated.
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