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Hi Geoff. Have PM'd you for a copy of fan info. We are on our way to WA and our fan has carked.
thanks. John
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What airplans are Koggers using for their Satellite phones.
Our Iridium plan which allows 200 minutes, 12month, prepaid (goood for a lot of use in urgent/emergency situations) has gone up $100 in the last year. We only carry the phone for emergency purposes and prefer not to use a mobile (roaming) phone sim. In an emergency you don't want to be changing sims. Looking around on the net I have found broad discrepancies in the prices and benefits of different plans, both prepaid and postpaid. Any suggestions of good value plans would be appreciated.
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Parking for Vans within reasonable walking distance of a major shopping center
A reasonable sized Park/Rest Area with adequate Van parking
A Public Dump Point
Prominent Road signage to areas such as the above, not just Commercial sites such as Van parks
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Hi Bocar. Try Almac trailers in Bundaberg http://www.almactrailers.com.au/aluminium-boat-loader.html . They have just installed a rear loading (electric winch) roof rack/loader on my LC200. The principles are very similar to the WA based company suggested above by Bryan. They custom built it (aluminium and stainless steel) to match my Quintrex 3.7 Dart. It has made loading/unloading a breeze. They are very helpful and made up some addons for the van solving a couple of problems I was still battling with
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Hi Rod and Mavis. I had Australiawide Annexes (07)54562814 at Kunda Park (Sunshine Coast) custom retrofit shade cloth walls using the existing annex shade wall as the starting point. Their work was very good and I'm sure if they had been able to start from scratch the end result would have been even better
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Hi all. I know this has been discussed in the past, but I can't find it. What does the law say about removing rear seats. As I recall, this changes the status of the vehicle and is not permitted. I have a LC200 with a cargo barrier and rear drawers,, so clearly I have removed the third row seats. I would like to remove the second row (passenger) seats to allow a 15hp Outboard to be carried, (strapped to the cargo barrier and floor seat pins). I have tested this with the seats folded forward and loading/unloading to this area is simple even for my 70 year old body. However the folded seats are bulky and prevent access to the mid floor and rear space without pulling over and a lot of hassle.
Any comments appreciated tks.
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I fitted a standard car aerial which automatically extends when the radio is switched on and reception is now excellent. Sound in Motion at Nambour did the job
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Hi Glen and Debbie, I haven't researched the Redarc as I had already installed a Ranox http://www.ranox.com.au/ . This would appear to have the same purpose as the Redarc, and I have found it to be an exceptionally effective unit which can be used not only to keep your auxillary battery fully charged, but to "bring home" surplus charge which can be transferred to your van when you have a standing camp. It can be user programmed within a number of parameters, and the current price is $465 delivered. Contact (either) Alan and they will email you a user manual, or you can download one from http://www.vehiclemods.net.au/docs/RanOx_M...am_Rev_4H1m.pdf
I installed my Ranox in conjunction with (on top of) a National Luna Power pack http://www.nationalluna.com/PPPack.htm containing a 120 amp AGM battery in the back of my LC200. The National Luna line can be obtained through Opposite Lock rebadged as Chargemaster. I forget what I paid but found a listing at http://www.oppositelock.com.au/index.php?n...category_id=607 for $698. This also allows input or output via various plugs. I hook an 80 amp Solar Panel via the inbuilt Anderson plug to keep the fridge working hard when the fish are biting
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Curly. I had an automatic radio aerial installed by Sound in Motion at Nambour. The unit was fitted in a forward kitchen cupboard, and externally only the tip of the aerial and a drainage slot on the side protruded. Ideal for bush driving. When you turn the radio on or off the aerial rises or withdraws accordingly, just like on most cars
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Hi Pete and Tracey
While researching prices on Suburban anodes I became confused by conflicting ads for magnesium and aluminium. I then came on the following in a thread on http://www2b.abc.net.au/science/techtalk/n...opic443564.shtm
Quote: ">>>We recently had a problem with 'rotten egg' smelling water after some eight years of trouble free but very active motorhoming. Our water lines are all catering quality hoses and fittings. The cause has been traced to the HWS anode and by telling this story we may be able to help others avoid a similar baffling experience.
Sacrificial anodes are built into Suburban hot water systems to protect the storage reservoir from corrosion. That is, the anode corrodes, first leaving the system intact provided the anode is replaced when necessary - which is normally at not more that two year intervals, and we have done this regularly. With the valued assistance of Coast-to-Coast RV Services we have been advised genuine Suburban anodes be made from magnesium. Unfortunately they look very similar to different anodes, which are made from aluminium and zinc to prevent corrosion in marine motors, which are constantly flushed with seawater.
If a marine type anode is inadvertently fitted to a Suburban HWS, an opaque type jelly may eventually appear on the anode and a foul odour will affect the water, particularly if the system is not used frequently. Merely flushing with fresh water will not get rid of the odour. It is necessary to flush the system and replace the anode with a genuine Suburban magnesium part.
Unfortunately we purchased our replacement marine type anode from a caravan repair business and assumed it was the right type. Hoping this tale may save other members from having contaminated water.<<<<<<<"
I think I might also buy a couple of the EBay ones (fingers crossed)
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Telstra is doing the previously unimaginable. It has reduced its Next G Mobile Broadband rates:
http://www.telstra.com.au/abouttelstra/med...dband-plans.cfm
I hope all us bunnies on the higher rates will be able to change over :shutup:
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A plug for my sisters low mileage T/D LC100. I know it, and it is every bit as good as the description and photos
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Hooked up to leave Bourke to travel along the Darling to Wilcannia, we stopped at the Supermarket for some last minute groceries. When I came back out there were 2 Aboriginal children aged about 2 and 3 playing on the drawbar. After putting the groceries in the Van I lifted them off and sent them on their way. I got into the car and after the usual fiddling about pulled out onto the road. Some Aboriginals were wheeling a disabled elder across the road. I waited for them to pass before doing a U-turn and passing another group. As I approached the main turn off I switched my camera on. It always defaults to the car rear view before I switch it to the caravan. My heart almost stopped. The screen was full of the jacket of the 2 year old. He was mounted on the front of the drawbar as if he was riding a horse, holding onto the tow bar equipment for dear life. He was terrified, I had trouble getting him to let go. Did I say he was terrifed..it was probably nothing to what I felt, and what I still feel every time I think about it. Another minute or so and I would have been accelerating..and if I hadn't had the camera...??
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Hi Webby/Committee. After an extended delay we are finally on our initial shake down trip, returning home at the end of October. Good computer communication, but no printer to print out the application form. Rather than try to find someone who can print it for us, can we send the information by email attachment and post the cheque now, and the completed form later? :question:
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As far as I am aware the rebate for the wireless Home Gateway is $200: http://bigpond.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/bigpon...p?p_faqid=14120 and is only available if you sign up for a plan. I have purchased a Netcomm 3G18Wn: http://www.netcomm.com.au/products/3g/3g18wn which is about $175.00 on line. This gives you wireless access by allowing you to use either the 7.2 or 21 USB cards via a USB slot, and also has WAN and LAN ports for xDSL/Cable/Satellite internet. You can then still use your USB card in your computer independent of that device (eg: in the car). Both USB devices also accept a patch lead from an external aerial
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Hi Kimbo! Enjoy it while you can. The developers are right behind you
http://www.tourism.wa.gov.au/INVESTMENT_OP...dle_Lagoon.aspx :sad:
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Hi all. Reading the thread on moisture getting behind the front cover led me to wonder whether anyone has found a simple way of dealing with the surface rust that I have found to be developing following all the rain this year. Spots I have noticed include in and around boot locks, wheel nuts (new alloy wheels) and similar fittings which are not aluminium or galvanized. Some can be stopped with a quick spray of coldgal, but others (eg: locks) would benefit most from a protective spray (eg: CRC or Innox). Problem is these sprays attract and hold dust and dirt. Any ideas :question:
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I remember Banka Banka very fondly from the years I spent working the Barkly Tableland, and in particular I remember "Missus" Ward. Mary Ward had a large built-in refrigerator on the verandah, chocka with soft drinks and delighted in offering her unique hospitality to all who passed by. She devoted much of her life to the local Aborigines who adored her.
During a return visit to the NT a few years ago I was delighted to see that Banka Banka had opened a Campground. I did not stay there as it was early in the day, but it is high on my "list" for my next trip through that area. A beautifull and extremely historic area.
Banka Banka and Mary Ward both earn their own entries in Wikipedia.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Banka_Banka_Station
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Alice_Ward
I guess there are some people who think they are somehow entitled to throw their weight around. A shame!
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HAVAGO Posted Mar 6 2009, 11:10 AM
Do you feel the 300mm between bed and shower wall and bed and seating allows enough room to move along side of bed?
Hi Greg and Judy,
We took delivery of our new van in late February and lived in it for 3 weeks while completing medical treatment in Brisbane. We didn't find any problems with the space beside the bed in that time, just the space at the bottom when the bed was extended at night (I am 6ft 4")
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Follow up: I can't find the Xantrex inverter from the home page so try
https://www.planetearthsolar.com.au/show_pr...od_id=pro180012 :question:
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Hi Greg and Judy. I think I've seen that plan before. It is almost identical to the 19'6" Topender that we are due to pick up in late February.
Some comments: You can install a full height pantry just inside the door on your immediate left (I'm not sure what the 320mm you have there is!)- shelves at the top, drawers under. The external door accessing under the bed will be a boot door unless you pay a heck of a lot extra. There does not appear to be a spot identified for the Deisel heater. Stan chose to install ours under the bed where you have the second (smaller) pullout drawer. Also I agree with Sue (Webby) about the 1800 watt inverter. If you are spending so much on a van a good inverter is an investment. I have purchased the 1800 watt Xantrex PROsine 1800i. The price is variable but try https://www.planetearthsolar.com.au :thumbsup:
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Graham and Sue,
Hi! we are looking at an almost identical layout, with the stove relocated as per Roscoe. However will go for the 7'8" width option which gives a wee bit more width beside the QS bed
John and Anne :thumbsup:
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