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Rob
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Woodcroft S.A.
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I don't mind pop tops.
I would prefer a full height van for the ensuite because it provides better separation from the living/sleeping area and also a better shower head height (I'm tall). Having said that they are not deal breaker things and due to other factors already mentored, we'll likely get another pop top next.
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jul 2012
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I had a 16 ft Avan pop top which was great,bit less wind resistance,probably didn’t get blown around as much in side winds.Now have a rigid gooseneck which tows so much better than the towbar type
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I love your setups, well done. My son and I were given a 1957 bond-wood caravan that was under renovation, we wanted a motorbike trailer, we pulled it down and used the chassis for a bike trailer. I so regret that now, with a little bit of extra work I could have made it workable again and towed it behind my XP Hardtop to shows etc We saw an ex XB hearse in Townsville last year towing a van, it also had a mild C351 in it. Here is a picture, he tows his van everywhere with it, zoom in on the back window ![]()
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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Anyway our needs changed and my back is buggered, so we have just gone to a full size van. We just a did a couple of days up on the Murray, overnight temps down to -1c. This van is so much easier to keep warm at night and no where as much condensation inside. We actually purchased a 12v/240v humidifier to catch the moisture, but it hardly collected any. It was a real problem with the pop top
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Location: Australasia
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End of the day the pop top caravan serves it purpose. Quote:
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I haven't posted in here for a while...
Did an overnighter a few months back and kept it to the basics. A single swag will do the job... ![]() ![]() ![]() Gotta have pie cooking and a beer ready for when setup is complete... ![]() ![]() No need to miss out on the footy when the boys from IT come along and setup their Starlink and screen... ![]() ![]() Breakfast anyone? ![]() All cooked on an Induction Cooktop running off my 200ah Lithium Battery and 1500W Inverter... ![]()
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That's my Bathurst set up, swag on a strecher under a fold up gazebo. I got an enclosed 6x4 trailer, roof rack, fold down table on the passenger side. 12v battery, solar panel, Engel in the back i I don't take my car
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BLUE OVAL INC.
Join Date: Feb 2006
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Were heading off to the Flinders Ranges this Saturday for a week of R&R.
We were going to stay at Wilpena but decided on Rawnsley Park Station instead as its part of the Discovery group we're members of. Its only a 15 minute drive to Wilpena anyway. Plan is to drive up Saturday, not sure wether we'll go via Sterling North along the highway or up through the Clare Valley and Orroroo, drive time being similar towing the van. Booked in for tra at the Woolshed restaursnt Saturday night, having a chillout day Sunday followed by the full day drive loop to Blinman and Parachilna Gorge on Monday and some local sights and a walk in the pound on Tuesday weather permitting. Then relax for the rest of our stay. Just completed the headunit upgrade/relocation for maps, got new Ironman upper control arms going into the Prado on Thursday to correct the geometry after the Toughdog adjustable 2" lift and having a Stedi roof mount lightbar and work/rock lights fitted Friday. |
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Adelaide
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The Rawnsley Park station is a good one too. Good facilities and everyone gets a view of the hills.
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Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Port Lincoln, SA
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Was never the camping type until i hit my 30's. Those roads were fun to drive the XR8 and Tornado though
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BLUE OVAL INC.
Join Date: Feb 2006
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Just to follow up on our recent trip to the Flinders Rangers.
So, we woke on Saturday 20/7 to the tail end of strong Westerly winds that had blasted the State over the previous few days. Having packed the previous day, we only had to put the perishables in the fridge and on the road by 10am. Decided to take the inland route via Clare and Orroroo to avoid the open coastal highway that was still copping strong winds. First stop was Jamestown for lunch and top up the tank. Next stop was Hawker, where we arrived at 3pm to grab a few final supplies and again top up the tank, winds had all but subsided. Arrived at Rawnsley Park at 4pm, set up the van, quick shower and off to the Woolshed restaurant to trade a kidney for 3 meals, 3 deserts and 4 drinks...$240 ![]() Back to the park for a campfire and a few more bevvies. Woke up late on Sunday morning as planned for a lazy day, cooked up some bacon and eggs, took a walk around the park and ventured out on one of the trails for a 7km bush walk. First impressions, not what I expected, reasonable facilities but could do with a lot of work. Had another campfire and cooked homemade pizza on the Weber. Woke up early on the Monday for what was to be a full day drive, plan was to leave Rawnsley Park and head to Wilpena for a coffee, maps and a drive around their campground to see what we traded off for $10/night. Should have paid the premium. Next, we headed towards Blinman, took the Bunyeroo/Brachina Gorge route with a stop at Razorback lookout and a short drive along Brachina Gorge in search of the ever-elusive yellow footed Rock Wallaby that proved to be just that, elusive. From there we returned to the bitumen and headed for Blinman where we had lunch at the pub followed by a guided tour of the old copper mine. Mine tour was well worth the price of admission and the guide was very informative, We then headed for Parachilna Gorge and on to Parachilna where we turned South and back towards Hawker. The plan was to take the shortcut via Morolana scenic drive but it was poorly sign posted and so at about 10km in when we came upon a sign saying private property, shooting in progress, we thought we might have taken the wrong rd and were trespassing, so we turned around, returned to the highway and back through Hawker instead. Was quite dark when we got back to Rawnsley and the people in the neighboring van came out and said they were getting worried about us which was nice of them. Lit another campfire, had a few more bevvies and turned in for the night. Woke up Tuesday morning to an absolutely beautiful day without a cloud in the sky. Our newly made friends next door was having a lazy day, so we set up a table and camp chairs between vans and spent the next 5hrs getting to know each other over a number of CC and dry cans and cheese/cold meat platters. baked spuds in the campfire for tea was awesome. Wednesday was to be our last full day in the area, so we decided to get up early and head back to Wilpena for brekky in the resort followed by some sightseeing at a few local lookouts. Unfortunately, the winds returned, and it wasn't great up on the exposed lookouts, but the views of the surrounding ranges were breathtaking and well worth it. We packed most of our loose items and prepared for the trip home the next morning. That night we decided to extend our holiday by a day and head back via Quorn and Pt Augusta for a night at m Mambray Creek. Turns out it's been 5yrs since I last stayed there and so it was good to get back and check out the new facilities, they've done quite a bit of work around the campground to tidy it up and distinguish sites and paths which was heaps better. This was our first time of trying the van off grid and it performed flawlessly, fridge on gas worked a treat, battery kept us with lights and TV/DVD and diesel heater kept us warm once we ran out of firewood. Woke up early Friday morning, quick shower and on the road home where we arrived at 1pm. Had a fantastic time, albeit fairly brief and look forward to going back soon for an extended stay and take in more of the sights and some 4wd tracks around the local ranges although we'll be staying in Wilpena next time. |
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Hey Bent holden
Nice trip but how was the suspension ride with the TD gear now on ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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BLUE OVAL INC.
Join Date: Feb 2006
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A few pics
On the road https://i.imgur.com/YYc3R2c.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/uId8BIo.jpeg The Pine Cave walk https://i.imgur.com/ogpiOgM.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/SorpdHK.jpeg View of the 'Pound' from our site https://i.imgur.com/P3NEG5w.jpeg Razorback lookout https://i.imgur.com/QNOU2lU.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/sIHGaLO.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/HBWdejp.jpeg Blinman mine entrance https://i.imgur.com/Z60yY8Q.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/JZhQrCo.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/omh4nu4.jpeg |
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BLUE OVAL INC.
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Thanks Rob, we really did have a great time.
Next year we are hoping to get to Uluru after reading of your adventure. Got a few more things to do on the tug first though Dedicated Anderson on drawbar for the fridge to keep it at temp enroute Set of MSA mirrors The lightbar that my installer let me down with the day before we left |
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Good to hear !
Engineered by a Ford luving man I know. Your wife has good ride sense haha Even my wife mentions when in our 4x4 hilux going on road trip hols says how good it rides for a dual cab. Handles way better than those useless OEM shocks but mine has big bore Gabriel Ultra Plus having worn out the TD shocks but still using the TD 2” lift springs. Only bugga is having roof racks some car parks are a challenge. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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BLUE OVAL INC.
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They're heaps better than the OEM items that were in it, probably originals with 200k's on them and would flop around, now much more confidence and the Ironman arms have taken the twitch out of the steering. |
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Join Date: Sep 2006
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I'd like to do Wilpena one day as well. Uluru for me was special. I just found being there so overwhelming. I will be going back for sure. I'm not saying everyone will feel the same. I've heard and read many comments that don't share my views but to each their own. I really enjoyed the whole trip. Of course no lightbar needed for us as we kept the travel days pretty short so no night driving. Too many places to visit and not enough time. I want to fit lights to the Everest but not urgent.
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BLUE OVAL INC.
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Ive done various stages from Cape Jervis to the end and had planned to do the full trail a weekend at a time but im getting too old and overweight for it now unfortunately. Those huts you speak of are a welcome sight when youre 3 or 4 days into a leg and over pitching your tent, just roll out you SI mat and bag, fire up the Trangia for a quick feed and sleep. |
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We are heading off soon to Wilcannia, Menindee Lakes and a bit of tour around that area
Planning to go to Broken Hill, Innamincka, Birdsville, Bedourie, Alice Springs, Marla, Maree (via the Oodnadatta Track) then home sometime early next year
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Check SA Road conditions for the Oodnadatta track, it has had plenty of water and road closures in the last year, might give you grief with caravan. Other than that, enjoy your trips. |
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If you can see if you can fit in Mungo NP. A private guided tour by an indigenous guide is very informative.
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We have been to Mungo previously, but we travel with 2 dogs now and well, National Parks don't like domestic dogs
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Spent a couple of days on the Murrumbidgee at Maude. Great spot, lovely and quiet
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