Caravan Repairs: Dos and Don’ts
No matter how enthusiastic you are, or how developed your DIY skills, there are some jobs that shouldn’t be tackled by the home handyman.
And that includes certain caravan repairs and maintenance jobs.
It should go...
Uniden iGO Cam 90R Dash Cam Review
Caravanners have had their fair share of blame and criticism when it comes to road accidents and safety concerns. Often unjustly labelled as ‘hazards’ on the roads, they find themselves at the receiving end...
Anderson Plug Connection: Tech Guide
It was not that long ago when we’d hitch up our caravan and camper’s electrics using a simple seven-pin plug to control the lights at the rear. It’s also quite likely that one of...
Lightweight Stinger Hitch
There’s a new breed of tow hitches available in Australia. Called the Stinger, it promises to be of genuine benefit to caravanners.
No doubt you are familiar with the steel variety of hitch. We have...
Test: Tradeflame 12V Soldering Iron
When we can spend a lot of time touring the country, it’s not uncommon to be asked what specific tools we carry in our toolkit. Apart from the obvious spanners, screwdrivers, sockets and some...
Rules of Safe Towing
It’s every caravanner’s worst fear: a sway that quickly gathers steam until, like an unpredictable double pendulum, it jerks out of control. On the eve of the festive season, this dash-cam footage acts as...
CNC Router in Action
Shopping for a new caravan? If so, you've probably come across the term 'CNC cut'. But what does that mean?
Essentially, the term 'CNC' stands for 'computer numerical control'. It's a sophisticated milling system that will,...
Caravan Weight Myths
Myth 1: It is fine to have end weight (like toolboxes and spare wheels) as long as the front end is heavier than the back.
Reality: This is commonly believed. It is a very dangerous...
Using a Weight Distribution Hitch: The Basics
Weight distribution hitches are expensive. Money isn’t everything, but it’s worth investigating whether you need one for your rig because, in my experience, they can make an enormous improvement to towing stability.
The principle is...
5 Common Caravan Problems Solved
So, you’ve just bought your first caravan. Congratulations and welcome to the community! No doubt your new van will bring you many years of happy memories. But caravanning does involve a learning curve and...
