Caravan Owners Facebook Groups — January 2023
Owners Group News Compiled by Alison Huth, Editor at Large alison@whatsupdownunder.com.au
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Red Centre Caravan Owners and Enthusiasts
Barbara posted: Quick question picture of opened lint filter from washing machine is it missing something as I am getting lint over my clothes.
The answer was No, nothing wrong, with the instructions on how to clean it.
Vacationer Caravans Owners Group
David posted: Hey All. We’ve recently purchased a Rough Rider and the radio won’t turn on. It was working and now it’s not?? Anyone out there had same issue that might help us sort it before I call dealer?? Cheers.
The best answer was posted by Liz: I have the same issue, I just stick a paper clip in the reset hole (the tiny hole bottom left next to the AUX inlet) and it comes good
Urban Caravan Group of Australia and NZ
Jeff posted: Little job this afternoon, after seeing these in Carolyn’s urban at Pialba caravan park we had to steal the idea. Great addition. 2x rubbish bins installed. $100 from Bunnings. Just a little mod to the bottom of the cupboard to make them fit as the cupboard doesn’t have a floor.
Admin Phillip posted photos of the Owners Group rally in Muswellbrook, NSW. According to all the reports, it was a great time. But, there is some discussion whether Phillip is still on Santa’s good list!
Leader and Supreme Caravan Owners Group
Bruce posted: Finally the old and the new rod racks now finished and fitted all I have to do now is use it, hook up the van and off we go?
Crusader Caravan Owners Group of Australia
Paul posted: Advice needed, l seem to jump my ensuite door off the track nearly every time l take the van on a trip.l have a serenity and love it, so not a complaint. Heard some have gone to a curtain. Different ideas greatly appreciated.
Kerry replied: This is how we fixed the problem.
This is a common problem across many brands. Alison
Allan posted: Spin 020 has a new set of 8 x gas eight-way adjustable shocks from Lovells special products… will be testing them over the Xmas period.
Jayco Silverline Enthusiasts Australia
Brad posted: Found a 12 pin plug with a gland. Hopefully that’s the end of the outer sheath coming loose.
On the Move Caravan Owners Group:
Bill posted: 8 years on the road, around 170,000k Only real problem was water tank brackets breaking but I fixed that problem. Big thanks to Lennie and his team for building a tough van.
Option RV Caravan Owners Group
Sandra posted: For anyone who has a hubby that manages to untuck the fitted sheet, mattress protector and topper from the corner these straps have been a godsend. Perhaps it is just me though?
If you google 4 piece mattress corner holder, you will find a range of suppliers. Alison
David posted: Another great addition to my SR20F . RV Wi-Fi. Did come with an external antenna but works a treat with the rubber antennas. Very happy
Katherine posted: We are swapping out our benchtops! Wish us luckkkk. Supplied by retreat which has been great (they were a lot cheaper than the cabinet maker quotes too). Also putting in a new sink (self sourced) and some extra drawers which is super exciting. Can’t wait to see the finished product!
Don posted: Mother nature also did a pretty good job of decorating the vans at Tin Can Bay.
The New Age Social Club had a fantastic Christmas event in Tin Can Bay. Alison
Update on Barkly Homestead issued 4th December 2022.
We are OPENING again on Wednesday 7th of December at 6am.
Fuel, Accommodation, Camping, Bar etc are all open!
We sincerely thank each and every one for all the support and well wishes!
Opening hours during the wet season: 6am-9pm, 7 days a week.
Please share!
Graham posted: Going through old photos and found this when we were at Bell Gorge on the Gibb River Road in 2013. My new satellite dish!
Royal Flair Caravan Club Australia
Peter posted: This is the external shower taps on our Razor XT. It does not matter which way you turn the taps the water will not turn off??
Two replies covered the problem.
Mark replied: It is strange I know. We have the same. Each tap turns opposite direction.
Rob replied: I also had issues with this, I ended up changing the shower head and no issues now…
Tye posted: Can someone help me I can’t find the manual and I feel like the freezer isn’t really working and I think the kids have been playing with the buttons which is fridge and which is freezer?? They both only go up and down from 0 to 5. I would have thought the freezer would say-something ??
Jeff replied: If your freezer is on top the button on the left is freezer. 5 is coldest setting 0 is lowest. 3 is usually the go.
Laura posted: Loving our little Quokka. First time off grid, staying at a Hipcamp down on the Bellarine peninsula, Victoria.
Everything Caravan and Camping
Alan posted: I did say we were only going for 2 days.
Alphabet challenge was Q for Quirky.
Jill posted: Q Is for quirky & Queensland in Wyandra .. great coffee & scones
Caravan Lawn Bowlers Club Australia
World Champion!!
Brianna Smith wins Gold after defeating Hong Kong China in the final of the Under 25 World Cup in a gripping tie breaker! Brianna won the first set, but narrowly lost the 2nd set, setting the match up for a do or die tie break end. The tie break came down to a umpires measure, but Brianna’s bowl was best giving her the title of world under 25 champion! We are all so proud of you Brianna. Enjoy your celebration & we can’t wait to see you here to celebrate with you! St John’s Park Bowls.
CREATIVE NOMADS – Sewing, Crafting and Cooking throughout Oz.
This is a very personal post for me. Each year my Zonta Club, the Zonta Club of Blackall Range support Sunshine Coast Refuges at Christmas time with packs of essential for anyone needing the refuge. Some amazing members of the Creative Nomads make, and donate, extraordinary craft works, towels, toys, bibs, baby clothes, the list goes on and on. This is photo shows the huge amount donated this year. Thank you to everyone who supported my Zonta Club. Alison Huth, Editor at Large.
Deanne posted: Terribly British Day Queabeyan Park NSW. A fantastic turn out from the Sydney Moke Owners Group.
Lisa posted: These are the painted hay bales in the small Victorian town of Tongala. It’s a great display painted by various artists. There are also some beautiful murals around the town. Well worth a visit.
Finding the best Bakeries!
Shaun posted: The famous Ross bridge and wood fire oven bakery. This is part 1 of our visit to this historic village. We stayed the night at the FREE camp at Oatlands Overflow Paddock. Great location, toilets close by and very clean. Great spot to camp and dog friendly.
Ross Village Bakery is 100% worth the stop in.
Click here for more on Pyne’s Pie Tour 2022.
Send me some photos of your favourite bakery food, and the best bakeries. Let’s help all caravanners get to enjoy the best bakeries in Australia.