Ball couplings are by far the most common form of hitch used to connect trailers to their tow vehicles , and everyone …

Those little devices that connect caravan safety chains to a tow vehicle, aka shackles, seem to be either taken for granted or …

Recently, I ‘road tested’ the AL-KO Power Mover and was amazed how its ratchet drive mechanism made caravan manoeuvring a cinch. It’s …

Australian conditions are some of the harshest you might subject a caravan to. Adding to those challenges, a troubling trend is seeing the …

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How To: Replace An RV Flyscreen

The humble fly screen is a necessity for any RV-er intent on a holiday free of an insect invasion. There is nothing more annoying than the continual ‘swatting’ of swarming flies, blood-sucking mosquitoes and while undertaking the camping trip of your dreams. So it’s imperative to guarantee a bug/insect-free zone in your caravan, camper trailer or motor home. That’s why quick replacement of an RV fly screen is essential if the fly wire mesh

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Understanding Power Consumption

No matter what RV you choose to head away with, we all want our trips to be as relaxed and hassle-free as possible and power plays a massive part in a happy holiday. We need to be confident that our beer is cold, our dinners stay fresh in the fridge and that our array of devices on-charge are getting the power they need now, and throughout the trip. Many travellers find RV electrical systems

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What’s Best? Campers, Caravans or Motorhomes?

We are all looking for ways to escape the daily grind and when your smartphone is out of ideas (or should that be apps?), the great outdoors might be your best way to relax. Gone are the days of difficult to erect tents and poorly insulated caravans, we live in an age where you can honestly call an RV a home away from home. You can option in washing machines, air conditioning, even fridges

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Adjusting Ball Couplings

Ball couplings are by far the most common form of hitch used to connect trailers to their tow vehicles , and everyone using a trailer would be familiar with the very basic routine of hitching up their trailer with such a piece of equipment. But it is not always understood how such couplings should be adjusted to suit the ball, and the simple need to occasionally check that coupling’s adjustment. If you are fitting

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