Ask ten people what size cable to run to your fridge and you’ll get ten answers, most of them wrong, and a fair few of them dangerous. The problem isn’t that cable sizing is hard. It’s that almost everyone is answering the wrong question. There are two separate limits on a cable, and they have […]
Firstly, what is a Diesel Heater and do I need one? A diesel heater for caravans is a highly efficient and versatile heating solution designed to provide optimal comfort during cold weather travels. Compact and easy to install, these heaters utilize diesel fuel to generate a steady and cost-effective source of warmth within the caravan’s
Choosing the right electrical system voltage is one of the most important decisions when setting up your caravan, camper trailer, motorhome, or off-grid solar system. Across the camping and RV community, questions like “Should I go 12V or 24V?” and “What’s the difference between 12 volt and 24 volt systems?” are common — and with
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Choosing the Right Auxiliary Battery for Your Caravan, Camper, RV, or 4×4 Whether you’re free-camping in the Australian outback or spending a week at a coastal caravan park, having a dependable auxiliary battery is one of the most important parts of your power setup. Your second battery keeps essential 12V systems running — from fridges
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LiFePO4 or Lithium-ION. Understanding the Difference of LiFePO4 and Lithium-ion Batteries When it comes to powering your caravan, RV, or off-grid setup, choosing the right battery is essential. Two of the most common options are LiFePO4 batteries and standard lithium-ion batteries. While both store energy using lithium ions, their chemistry, performance, and safety profiles are
What is an Inverter and What Size Inverter Do I Need for my Caravan? Inverter Size Calculator for my Caravan Appliance Rated Power (W) Amps per Amp Hour Recommended Inverter Size (W) Assumes 12V system @ 85% efficiency – Estimates only, contact vendors for final determination A 12v inverter is an electrical device that is
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How to get mail and parcels on the Road. A guide to receiving mail while you are travelling Australia in a Caravan Recently on our trip I found myself in a bit of a quandary. I had neglected to install any sort of diesel heater or other form of off grid heating into our caravan
Let’s talk tyre pressures. Probably one of the most understated performance improvements you will experience in your 4×4 or tow vehicle. You don’t want to be the 4wd at the front of a convoy holding everybody up crawling through the sand. Or absolutely flogging your 4wds engine trying to get through. Quick Reference Guide –
Travelling Australia after the birth of our first child was the logical thing for us to do. Why? Because time is precious and we wanted to. Not much else to it. So we had to do the ground work and make sure everything was prepared to keep everyone safe and ensure an enjoyable experience. But
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Rejoice! Fast, low latency, and reliable internet speeds are coming to a remote campsite near you! Elon Musk’s Starlink (A division of SpaceX) is better than ever for Campers, Caravanners and RV users in Australia. In 2022 Starlink announced that they are no longer restricting Starlink for fixed location users, meaning that people who have
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