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$125,000*
2.2 Litre Turbo Diesel Automatic transmission Only 6.70 metres long Shower & Toilet Fully self-contained LCD screen & DVD player
* statutary charges may vary from state to state.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA WANGARA KB Campers: 54 Rigali Way, Wangara, 6065 p - 08 9303 9866 e - kbcamperswa@iinet.net.au w - kbcamperswa.com.au
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2.5 Litre Turbo Diesel Automatic transmission Leather couches
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Top tips for buying an RV at a caravan show
34 Review: KEA Nomad Quality at a reasonable price
46 DIY: Knowing your limits We explain when it’s time to call in the professionals
48 Feature: Factory floor
AL-KO’s Peter Mannfolk covers key issues impacting industry
54 Review: Zone RV Z-21.6 OFF-ROAD Luxury meets off-road
66 DIY: Hot water tank replacement Save on installation with our step-by-step guide
74 Review: Patriot X2
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B
uying a caravan can be both a thrilling and confusing journey. It’s exciting because you’re on the cusp of a lifetime of new adventures exploring our great country, meeting new people and creating amazing memories. Yet it can also be overwhelming because there are so many things to consider, and the market is literally brimming with t antalising options. Before you even think about opening your wallet, take some time to work out exactly what you need in a caravan. Chances are if you rush out and buy the first model you fall in love with, you’ll wake up in three months and realise you’ve paid for features you don’t use, the storage is inadequate or perhaps the layout just isn’t working for you. Some owners spend more than a year researching caravans on the market. But, as they say, knowledge is power, so with some careful planning, lots of research and a fair bit of tyre-kicking, we have no doubt you’ll find your perfect caravan. Here are out top tips for what to do before you go to a caravan show:
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THE PASSENGER LIST
Consider how many people will use the van. Are you a family with young kids or a young couple planning on growing your brood? Perhaps you are a retired couple who might occasionally welcome guests on your ‘Big Lap’. You need to know how many to sleep, where everyone will put their stuff, and how you will use the internal and external spaces. There are many varied and wonderful layouts available for all manner of uses, but at a minimum make sure your dinette can seat everyone, there’s ample storage and everyone can see the TV when seated. Some beds are aligned along the length of the RV (north-south), others run across the width of the vehicle (east-west). This can influence storage options as well as access to and manoeuvrability within the van. Are there tall people in your crew? If so, pay close attention to the internal height, taking into account low points such as light fittings and air-conditioners, to be sure you can walk freely inside.
Above: RV features reflect our diverse needs, so take the time to figure out what matters to you.
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YOUR TOURING TYPE
What kind of touring do you think you’d like to do? If you and your family are new to the caravanning lifestyle and you like the comforts of home, you may be perfectly happy touring the country hopping from one caravan park to the next and enjoying the facilities and comforts on offer. Thus, you may want a full-sized fridge to keep your tribe fed and air-conditioning to beat the heat. Conversely, it may also mean you have no use for a large space-taking internal bathroom, which requires about 1m in length and adds up to 400kg, or heavy-duty independent trailing arm suspension since you’ll be cruising the highways. If you are looking for something light to tow, consider a camper trailer or pop-top. They make a great start point for a life of caravanning. If you are want to get off the beaten track, you’ll need something off-road complete with larger water tanks, undercarriage protection for rougher terrain, more solar panels and a battery management system that can take you off-grid for an extended time.
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THE EXTRA GOODIES
Make a list of what you desperately can’t live without, and put them in order of preference in case you need to cut from the bottom. This might include air-con and heating, a trick solar panel and power storage option, a four-burner stove instead of a two-burner, leather interiors, washing machine, an external slide-out barbecue or rear view cameras and a good navigation system like a Hema HX-1 Navigator, which provides a detailed road mapping system, including the ability to search for caravan parks.
WHAT WILL I GET FOR MY MONEY? The budget van
Up to $50,000 This is about the price you’ll pay for an entrylevel price range that’s a great introduction for newbies to the caravanning lifestyle or for those on a tight budget. You’ll most likely be buying a smaller, base model caravan or pop-top (a van with a retractable roof) and, although you’ll get the majority of mod cons such as a small kitchen, probably a combination bathroom and toilet and a double bed, there’ll be fewer bells and whistles.
Mid-range vans
$50,000 to $70,000 More money means more of everything – length, weight, interior space and features. You’re likely to find so-called family vans in this category – more room for everyone at a bigger dinette, lots of bathroom space, and better finishes throughout. Items that are optional on budget units will start to become standard such as aircon, TV and capacity for carrying water and gas.
The luxury Van
$70 to $100K+ From full off-road capability to all the tech you’d see in your own home, this category is where caravanning dreams come true. Think top-of-the-line suspension, kitchens with things like soft-closing cabinetry, a washing machine, luxury upholstery, solar power and even liquor cabinets. 18 TradeRVs.com.au
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TIME TO TALK TOWING
Obviously if your budget is wide open and you can afford a new tow vehicle, the sky’s the limit. But if you already have a tow-tug and don’t want to upgrade then you’ll need to find a van to suit. Generally speaking (and assuming the vehicle and towbar ratings are acceptable) four-cylinder cars with 2L engines or more are generally suited for towing caravans around 1000kg to 1200kg. Some six-cylinder or V8 sedans and wagons can comfortably tow lighter single-axle caravans and campers up to 1600kg to 1700kg. The many medium to large 4WDs are generally suited for caravans up to 2500kg before they begin to feel the strain. There are fewer vehicles around for the heavyweights of around three tonnes and more – Ford F250s and LandCruisers come into their own here. When matching a car’s towing capacity, make sure it exceeds the caravan’s Aggregate Trailer Mass, which for tandem models is usually around 400kg more than the unladen (Tare) weight of the van. More powerful 4WD models can pull 3500kg, which obviously gives you more options. Check your vehicle’s manual to be sure. The weight of the van alone is one thing, but you need to add on everything you’ll carry too. The vehicle manufacturer
“If you are looking for something light to tow, consider a camper trailer or pop-top. They make a great start for a life of caravanning.” may also recommend using weight distribution hitches. This may influence your caravan choice because a prospective van with a heavy towball download may require one. And check the owner’s handbook for the rear axle load for your vehicle. If you have a heavy trailer and load up the cargo area of your vehicle with heavy items, you may overload the rear axle. This is illegal.
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KNOW YOUR BUDGET
This one’s a biggie. Not only do you need to know, and stick to a budget, but think about the other costs associated with owning your own caravan. As mentioned above, you may end up needing an entire tow vehicle and then there are those extra goodies to consider. Your budget should also take into consideration maintenance expenses. Also, the bigger the van and the more features it has, the heavier it is - and that costs more to tow. Also consider your travel costs and the fees associated with staying in a caravan park.
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FIXING UP YOUR FINANCES
The best thing to do before you go to a caravan show is to have pre-approval on your finance. This provides you with piece of mind, and it means you’ll get on the road much faster. Specialist caravan finance brokers can arrange quick approval with a wide range of lenders, and usually cheaper rates than personal loans. Brokers such as Credit One offer no-obligation pre-approval, calculating your budget based on all your living expenses, so you can negotiate with a private seller, knowing that you have a pre-approved limit and you’re more likely to stick to your price range. Make sure you compare all available options on loan term, interest rate, pre approval and any early termination fees. Caravanspecific loans can offer flexible repayment structures
over two to seven years so you know upfront how long it will take to pay off.
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DO YOUR RESEARCH
Read reviews in magazines such as Caravan World, check out as many layouts as you can online. Research the manufacturer, there are both imported and Australianmade models available across the country, and there’s much online about a manufacturers quality, design and any industry awards they may have won or accreditations they hold. Also, ask other users for their feedback. There are multitude caravan clubs all across Australia and a plethora of Facebook groups that are bottomless pits of great, practical advice from the people who actually use the vans.
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MERCEDES-BENZ CUSTOM COACH 210 HP 1999, rear mount Merc 6 cyl turbo low k diesel, 6 speed synchro, 57 pass cloth seats in good order, 39' 6" or 12 mtr. Flat floor no wheel arches with 6' 5.25" interior height. Large bins with locks. Airbag suspension. Air brakes, maxi brake, exhaust brake, power steer, tilt and telescopic steer, steering lock, easy clutch, long range tank, tinted bonded windows with lockable hoppers, flat tinted screens, Isri drivers seat, electric delay wipers, heaters, ceiling hatches, air lockable coach door, CD radio, 295/80R 22.5 radials, wind up spare (front), brand new radiator. Emergency lights and decals etc. Centre emergency door could be used as the main entry door for motorhome use. Nice paint, vinyl sticker removable. Country one owner coach. Cruise 110 k's. Suite any application. More photo's go to tradervsbus. SNO208. TA768416. $46,000
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electric delay wipers, heaters, rear start, two ceiling hatches, air lockable coach door, fibreglass roof, wind up spare (front), 11R22.5 radials. Emergency lights and decals etc. Excellent paint, no signage. Finished in white stretch panel with a very straight clean body, very original. Drives like new, as new condition. Country one owner. Garaged. Excellent service history. Cruise 110 k's plus. Suit any application. More photo's go to tradervsbus. SNO 202. TA713832. $36,500
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HINO RG COACH 1992, rear mount Hino 6 cyl turbo diesel, 6 speed synchro gearbox, easy clutch, Denso air conditioning unit, 49 pass, 38 feet or 11.5 mtr. Flat floor with 6' 5.5" interior height. Full through bins with bin door locks, full air brakes, maxi brake, exhaust brake, power steer, tilt steer, long range tank, tinted bonded windows, roof-line exhaust, Isri drivers seat, electric delay wipers, rear start, two ceiling hatches, set up for TV, air coach lockable door, PMC body, fibreglass roof, 11R22.5 radials, wind up spare wheel (front). Drives like new. Country owner. Cruise 110 k's. More photo's go to tradervsbus. SNO-203. TA745908. $28,500
MERCEDES-BENZ COACH ALUMINIUM BODY 1991, rear mount Merc 6 cyl turbo low k diesel, 5 speed synchro, easy clutch, 36' 10" or 11.2 mtr, flat floor no wheel arches with 6' 4" interior height, large bins, bin door locks. Air brakes, maxi brake, exhaust brake, long range tank, tinted top slider windows, flat screens, coach air door, electric wipers, two ceiling hatches, Isri drivers seat,11R 22.5 radials, wind up spare (front), radio etc. Full access panels all around the coach that hinge up, even the wheel arches. Finished in stretch panel with Volgren's top aluminium body, nice body and paint with no signage. More photo's go to tradervsbus. SNO 212. TA770660. $23,500
GR TOYOTA HIACE, WHEELCHAIR, 48500 K'S, AUTOMATIC HIGH ROOF MINI BUS 2.4 EFI 2001, Commuter, automatic. Genuine 48500 kilometres. Ex aged care vehicle, well cared for with 12 monthly inspections and regular services from new. High roof model with 350 KG Timan wheelchair hoist. Seating for 6 passengers plus driver with room for more. Dual air conditioning, power mirrors, power and tilt steering, sreering lock, central locking, rear window de fogger, rear camera, tinted glass, wheelchair accessories, log books, excellent tyres etc. Non smoking vehicle. Very clean, original as new and mechanically perfect. Sold with current Vic registration RGW-734 and RWC. More photo's go to tradervsbus. RGW-734. TA823444. $21,500
MAN STARLINER COACH 240 HP 1995, rear mount MAN 240 HP 6 cyl diesel, 6 speed synchro, easy clutch, 57 pass, 41' or 12.5 mtr. Flat floor no wheel arches. Full airbag suspension with kneeling device, enormous full through bins with locks. Full air brakes, maxi brake, exhaust brake, power steer, tilt and telescopic steer, steering lock, long range tank fill either side, ceiling hatches, tinted bonded glass with lockable hopper windows, flat tinted screens, fibreglass roof, air lockable coach door, electric delay wipers, alloy bull bar, stone guard, emergency lights, rear hatch alarm, sat phone, radio CB etc. 11R22.5 radials, wind up spare (front), emergency exit door. Excellent paint no signage, vinyl sticker removable. Finished in stretch panel. This coach has heaps of horsepower. Cruise 110 k's. More photo's go to tradervsbus. SN0-207. TA764441. $42,000
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DENNING ELWOOD COACH 1988, rear mount GM 8.2 ltr 4 stroke quiet diesel, as new low k motor, 5 speed synchro , new easy clutch kit, rear main seal etc, very economical and quiet coach, 38' 3" in length, 53 pass cloth seats, flat floor with 6' 4.25" ceiling height, large bins, two aluminium bin doors each side, long range tank, full air brakes, maxi brake, power steering, ceiling hatches, air lockable coach door, tinted glass all round, electric wipers, tacho, gauges for everything, excellent motor access, 9-00-20 tyres, wind up spare ( front ), fibreglass roof, PMC body, nice paint, no signage, cruise 100 k's. Cleanest latest and longest Elwood coach I have ever seen. Service history, one owner, just serviced. More photo's go to tradervsbus. SNO-176. TA612152. $21,000
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HINO COACH 1988, rear mount Hino diesel ( fully reco motor only 12000 k's ), 6 speed synchro, easy clutch, 11 mtr or 36' in length, flat floor, 6' 3.5'' ceiling height, large bin storage, rear fuel tank, maxi brake, exhaust brake, power and tilt steer, ceiling hatches, air coach lockable door, top slide lockable alum windows, electric wipers, flat tinted screens, heaters, radio, wind up spare area (front). LED 'S, rear safety hatch, rear start up facility. Service history includes clutch kit, brake reline with new drums, king pins, alternator etc. Cruise 110 k's, very economical coach, no signage with a very nice body and paint, mechanically excellent. Drives like new. Private sale. PVT 140. TA599715. $18,500
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TOYOTA COMMUTER MINIBUS, 2001 MODEL 4 cylinder diesel engine, front mount, 4 speed automatic transmission, spring suspension, power steering, good tyres, airconditioned, driver and passenger front doors, sliding side passenger door, 13 fabric seats plus driver, lap/sash seatbelts, electric windows, remote locking, airbags, radio/CD player, flat floor, 5 ft 2 inch headroom, tinted fixed windows, 87,000 kms, 18 feet length. 1573. TA819124. A spotless low mileage unit for just .... $29,000
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AUSTRAL TOURMASTER DC122 TAG AXLE COACH, 1986 MODEL GM 6V92 rear mount diesel engine, (reconditioned 2012), 6 speed Spicer manual gearbox, full air suspension, power steering, full air brakes, maxi brake, engine brake, tubeless wheels, Austral Tourmaster one door coach body, airconditioned, 50 fixed cloth coach seats, (3 to a seat option for 70 pax), luggage racks, curtains, rear toilet, sunken aisle, huge underfloor bins, still in service. 1519. TA746326. Price reduced to just ... $22,500
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TOYOTA COASTER MINIBUS, 1999 MODEL 6 cylinder diesel engine, front mount, 5 speed manual synchro gearbox, spring suspension, power steering, good tyres, chrome hubcaps, airconditioned, auto/manual sliding side passenger door, 21 vinyl seats plus driver, lap seatbelts, radio/cassette, flat floor, 6 feet headroom, full slider windows, 191,000 kms, bullbar, rear nudge bar, towbar 23 feet length. 1580. TA828499. A nice clean unit for just .... $18,000
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MERCEDES-BENZ 0305 BUS, 1980 MODEL 1980, 6 cylinder rear mount diesel engine, 3 speed automatic transmission, power steering, full air brakes, maxi brake, air suspension, tubeless wheels, 80 kmh diff, PMC brand two door body, 43 vinyl bus seats, good headroom, upright top slider windows, 36 foot length. 1577. TA823510. A nice cheap running bus for just ... $6,000
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NOMAD The KEA Nomad 2+1 is an archetypal entrylevel RV pitched at young families and downsizing motorhoming retirees. WORDS PETER QUILTY PICS STUART GRANT
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ot every retiree wants to go on the road permanently, some just want to hop from one destination to another and back home again and, in that respect, the aptlymonikered KEA Nomad 2+1 three-berth is ideal for those who like to roam from place-to-place. It’s also perfect for a couple with one child wanting to hit the road for two to three weeks, or grandparents wanting to take a grandchild away for a short holiday. I only had a couple of days to check out the 7m (23ft) Nomad during a two-day sojourn in Victoria’s Mitchell Shire, so I left the grandkids at home and flew solo. I enjoyed exploring the region’s military and railway heritage, but the archetypal entry-level motorhome Nomad impressed just as much. RV Sales Centre (based
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“The driver’s cabin has generous storage capacity with heaps of nooks and crannies for all your road-trip gear” in Braybrook, Vic) supplied the Nomad, and its sales and marketing manager Simon de la Mere told me he’s noticed many long-term motorhomers downsizing to the Nomad, as it’s easier to handle than a larger motorhome. Indeed, I found that to be exactly the case while traversing Seymour and its surrounds. The Nomad’s base vehicle, a 2.2L turbo-diesel Mercedes 313 LWB Sprinter, proved a super-smooth ride as I roamed the local tourist attractions including the Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Walk, Seymour Railway Heritage Centre, through the quaint township of Tallarook, and also the Seymour Heritage Drive towards the Australian Light Horse Memorial Park and the Great Victorian Rail Trail. And with a seven-speed fully automatic gearbox, the agile Nomad has more than enough grunt, distributing maximum power of 95kW @ 3800rpm and maximum torque of 305Nm @ 1200-2400rpm. I thought the Nomad was a pleasure to drive with its ergonomic swivel seating, which is also afforded to the passenger, and the driver’s cabin has generous storage
Clockwise from main: Nimble enough to tour around town; visibility is excellent in the cabin; table rails increase benchtop space throughout; the u-shape lounge offers a comfortable work or play space during the day; the cabin converts to an extra berth if required.
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boast a comprehensive camp kitchen, but courtesy of the Nomad’s external slide-out barbecue, I easily whipped up an impromptu meal of lamb chops with a side-dish of salad. The separate cooking plate ensured everything was cleaned and put away in a jiffy. It bodes well for easy catering on the road. Further to that, an external table with fold-down leg, to assist with meal preparation, is packed neatly away just inside the rear doors and, when needed, slides into position on the kerbside wall of the van. I also appreciated the safety aspect of a single 9kg gas cylinder being concealed in a driver’s side hatch. But I could just as easily have cooked up my feast in the Nomad’s compact and cleverly designed internal kitchen with its Dometic three-burner gas cooktop, sink with filtered water tap, 100L Waeco fridge-freezer and 700W Tiffany microwave. The galley also has excellent storage capacity, with user-friendly slide-out drawers, while a pantry cupboard is ideal for non-perishable items and I reckon the additional flip-up benchtop space is a real winner.
BRING A CROWD The Nomad’s dining area quickly converts into separate sleeping quarters to make up the extra berths. First, the rear lounge, with minimal rearranging of the seat cushions, becomes a cosy double bed (2000x1780mm). Meanwhile, a passenger seat with a table behind the driver’s cabin can be changed into a sideways-facing single fold-down stretcher-type bed (1850x800mm) that would comfortably accommodate a teenager or small adult. This seating and de-mountable table arrangement also allows you to catch up with any work commitments along the journey, which certainly came in handy for yours truly. The Nomad has a smart and spacious interior, with a bathroom with shower-toilet combo, washbasin and a 12V hatch and there’s also a deep compartment (robe) that’s made to measure for hanging clothes. In-house entertainment is provided by a satellite television, built-in DVD player and AM/FM radio/CD player.
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External body length 7m (22ft 11in) External width 2m (6ft 9in) GVM 3.5T Price $110,000 From top: A slide-out barbecue for easy roadside meals; watch your favourite shows in bed.
capacity with heaps of nooks and crannies for all your roadtrip gear. My tour was only short, but hitting the bitumen and beyond for more than a few days won’t be a problem for the Nomad, given its battery (1x105Ah), solar (1x80W) and water levels (1x90L fresh; 1x110L grey). All of this is complemented by a roof-mounted Aircommand Sparrow reverse-cycle air-conditioner with a 2.4kW cooling capacity, and a gas hot water system. However, I found the Nomad’s external storage lacking somewhat.
HOME-COOKED FEAST I was stationed at the tranquil Big4 Seymour Holiday Park - along the picturesque Goulburn River - which does
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THE BOTTOM LINE You could live or stay anywhere you want in the Nomad. It’s a quintessential home-away-from-home, albeit for relatively short stints. I really liked its attention to detail and innovation, resulting in an external cooking facility (rare in a motorhome), intelligently designed internal kitchen, and pragmatic bedding configuration. Obviously this KEA meets its brief, and will appeal to those who want to skip from campsite to campsite, and I reckon downsizing motorhoming retirees and a multitude of young couples (each with a little tacker in tow) will be queueing up to secure a quality RV at an enticing price.
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2012, 35,002klms. Iveco diesel automatic / manual. As new condition. Custom built. Air bag suspension. Queen bed, single bed, table, lounge. 3 x TV's. Full ensuite, front load washer. Roll out pantry, fridge/freezer, gas electric stove, convection oven, roll out drawers. Plenty of storage. 2 x air cons, solar on roof. Outside BBQ, drop down tables. Automatic start genset, automatic hydraulic levelling legs. Many more extras. Motorhome has always been garaged. Please call 0448 792 683, .. QLD. DIY787687.
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AUSTRAL A CLASS MOTORHOME
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0429 266 602.
$295,000
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AVAN OVATION
2014, Reduced! Suit new buyer with only 11,640 kms & one owner. Extras include reverse camera, gas bayonet (outside), extra battery, outside antenna, solar, extra TV/DVD, TV point outside, UHF radio. Privacy curtains to bedroom and cab bed, Hayman Reece towing hitch, outside bluetooth stereo. New awning (06/2017). Bull bar Jack10. QLD. DIY828447.
0413 134 484.
$126,990
SWAGMAN SIGNATURE SERIES 25 1997, New rear tyres. Gas/elec HWS. 4 burner stove/oven, m/wave. Diesel heater. 2 x Air conditioners (cabin & roof) Rev camera, UHF radio, extra water tank, 3 solar panels, generator. Service history, YEU 181. VIC. DIY651777.
0427 389 056.
$105,000 ONO
COACHMEN MIRADA
2006, Luxury A-Class motorhome, sleeps 6 Ford engine, transmission & chassis Fully converted to Australian RAWS standards Full Queen bed, separate shower & ensuite Dual air conditioning with ducting New 3-way Dometic AES 186l fridge/freezer New Samsung microwave oven + rangehood New TV, new gas cooktop/oven/grill Built in 4KVA Onan generator Only 9,370km since new 12 Months NSW rego 1F6LF53Y860A03251. NSW. DIY807265.
0418 486 949.
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HINO LIESSE
Auto. Brand new Freedom Motorhomes June 2017 conversion. Featuring full two-pack kitchen, gas/electric stove, oven, grill. 5kg Dometic washing machine. 400L water tank. Shower/toilet. 400 watt solar panels. 2 inline charging systems. Fiama 5m awning. Leather lounge. American swivel captain's chairs. Rear island bed. Licenced for 4 people. Immaculate condition, 649XHP. QLD. DIY815631.
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0408 706 375.
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WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES LEISURE SEEKER 2008, Motorhome. 131,000kms. D/bed + queen over cab. Sep shower/toilet. Gas stove, m/wave & 118L fridge. Rev a/c. 2 x 170w solar, 2 in house batteries. R/out awning. Can drive on standard car licence, 689TJM. QLD. DIY825833. 0428 571 999. $73,000
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CUSTOM BUILT DOMINO 1979, 40ft. 3 axle converted coach. Q/island bed, dinette & divan both convert to double beds. Split system a/c. Domestic HWS. Full hip bath & shower. Macerator toilet. Self-contained living for 2 for a month. Solar panels, Victron eEnergy inverter, house batteries. Domestic fridge/freezer, 4 burner gas stove & oven. Full air suspension. Absolute comfort & utterly reliable, 733KTX. QLD. DIY734538. 0402 244 098. $110,000 NEG
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MITSUBISHI FUSO MOTORHOME
JAYCO CONQUEST MS24/5 2011, Island double bed. Shower/toilet. 3way fridge. Auto sat dish & receiver box. Radio, cd/usb player, cb radio. Reversing camera. Awning with end walls & privacy screens. Storage box. Towbar. Fresh/grey water tanks. Located Northern Rivers, BWU95K. NSW. DIY829815. 0427 244 013. $87,500
30' Fuso. 6 cyl turbo intercooled engine. Full fitout of sep shower & toilet, Q/island bed, 3 captain chairs, 1 small seat. Large kitchen bench with drawers under, 4 burner stove, 1 large 2 dr fridge/freezer, pullout pantry, large cupboard (linen cupboard). M/wave, convention oven. Small auto w/machine. His & her large wardrobes. Satellite T.V. 1.5 HP A/C. 6 solar panels, 3 12V 660 AMP hr batteries. 2 x 12V 280 AMP hrs for running supply. No texts or emails as cannot reply Re Ph: 0427 789 173, .. NSW. DIY652203.
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DRYDEN 8G TRAILER 2005, RV TRAILER. 4m slideout section (lounge & 4 seater finette). Lounge has fold out double bed. Large kitchen, fridge/freezer, microwave, Theford stove, grill & oven. Bosch gas HWS. Rev a/c. Flat screen TV. Full size shower/toilet. 3kva generator. 2 x Trojan batteries. Ph: Bill 0418 501 088, 520UCM. QLD. DIY825823. 0418 795 301. $60,000
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AVAN OVATION 2009, 3ltr turbo diesel. 6 berth. Sep shower & toilet. 3way fridge/freezer, 2 burner stove, gas oven. TV/DVD. Rev camera. Solar. A/c. Full annexe. All equip. 36,500 kms. Selling for health reasons, 55tzh. QLD. DIY829846. 0434 107 082. $80,000
SUNCAMPER SHERWOOD 4 X 4 2015, 4WD on a 3L auto Toyota Hilux. Q/bed. A/c. 118L fridge/freezer, microwave, 3 burner stove. Shower/toilet. Gas/elec HWS. 2 x 4kg gas bottles, 120AH house battery. TV/DVD. Wineguard antenna, MRODZ22G200027943. QLD. DIY830174. 0427 990 161. $99,000
CROSSROADS RV CRUISER 2008, Low kms. 1 slideout. Neat condition. Bathroom etc. Cupboards, w/robe. Fully equipped kitchen. TV, radio. Awning. Air/con, VO9611. NSW. DIY827701. 0402 826 422. $105,000 (with tow vehicle will separate)
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TRAILBLAZERS RV 270DSL 2012, Australian made. Bought new 2012. Full of luxury modern fittings. W/machine, dishwasher, wine chiller, coffee machine, 2 exhaust fans (suck in & out) with rain sensor. Satelite TV, sound bar system. 2 slide outs. 2009 Chev Silverado. 2500HD, 128,000kms. Everything in extreme quality. Very reluctant sale due to health & age, SA. DIY828690. 0408 800 203. $175,000
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MITSUBISHI FUSO WIDE BODY 1988, Motorhome Project. Specifically imported from Japan to be built as a motorhome and travel the country. 6.55L rear turbo engine, 6spd manual, power clutch. Seats removed, MK595J92033. QLD. DIY819892. 0427 513 199. $38,750 ONO
DENNING MONO COACH 1976, 40FT Motorhome with fully enclosed trailer. 8V71 Detroit Diesel engine, 5 speed Eaton fuller transmission, 450L diesel tank, b/bar, t/bar with pintle hook. Bus has been fully rewired. Rear d/bed. Shower/toilet. 180L fridge/freezer, full size gas stove, m/wave. Rev a/c. W/machine & dryer. R/out awning, BH76TV. NSW. DIY827953. 0438 773 795. $110,000
VOLKSWAGEN CRAFTER 2010, 235,000klm. A pleasure to drive. Sleeps & seats 6. Shower/toilet. Fridge, microwave. TV/DVD player. 2000 watt inverter, solar panels. Air conditioner. New awning. New tyres. Fully serviced. Gas stove & HWS. Excellent condition. Many extras, E/N: BJL060533. QLD. DIY829618. 0407 654 766. $72,345
FOREST RIVER HERITAGE GLEN 2013, 5th wheeler. 3 way fridge, 3 slide outs, leather rockers, solar, full bathroom, queen bed sofa bed, island kitchen, heaps of cupboards full stove microwave, led lights. A home away from home. Will consider combining F250, 114QWC. QLD. DIY830459. 0409 664 695. $80,000
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2005, on Iveco Daily. Diesel. Manual. A/c. Sep toilet/shower. 4 x solar, 2 x deep cycle batteries. Gas/elec HWS. TV/DVD. Awning, CK87RZ. QLD. DIY830848.
0403 125 000.
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SUNLINER 504
2013, Renault H504. 27,500kms. Includes Roadworthy, Gas Certificate. Full Service. Full annexe. Clip on thule table. Tow bar. Redare brake controller, 563 VQO. QLD. DIY830833.
0429 795 626.
$115,000
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2003, Transit. VGC. 5spd man. 245,000kms. Gas stove, r/hood. 12v/240 fridge. Gas HWS. Shower/cass toilet. A/c. R/out awning. Self contained. Regretful sale, 193 HEG. QLD. DIY830841.
0408 886 399.
$56,000
DENNING MONO COACH
1976, 40FT Motorhome with fully enclosed trailer. 8V71 Detroit Diesel engine, 5 speed Eaton fuller transmission, 450L diesel tank, b/bar, t/bar with pintle hook. Bus has been fully rewired. Rear d/bed. Shower/toilet. 180L fridge/freezer, full size gas stove, m/wave. Rev a/c. W/machine & dryer. R/out awning, BH76TV. NSW. DIY830858.
0438 773 795.
$110,000
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BEYOND Knowing when to call in the professionals and when to do it yourself. WORDS MALCOLM STREET
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think the popularity of doing DIY maintenance on our vans is declining. This is due, in part, to the fact that vans and vehicles have become more sophisticated in recent years. But despite technological advances, you can still successfully complete a DIY project if you know when to leave it to the professionals. In fact, just about anyone with basic mechanical/handyman skills can build, repair or maintain a caravan or camper trailer without falling foul of the law. The Federal Government’s Vehicle Standards Bulletins outline what you can and can’t do, and the one of major interest here is VSB 1 (small trailers under 4.5t). If you build a caravan without any gas appliances or 240V power supply, for instance, by installing diesel or methylated spirits-fired cookers, water and space heaters, then all you have to comply with to get your caravan/camper trailer registered are the relevant essentials in VSB 1. Motorhomes must meet a few more regulations, though, including the need for Second Stage Compliance on the original cab chassis.
Feature: DIY LIMITS GAS MATTERS That said, most modern RVs do have an LP gas system and, consequently, the entire gas system has to comply with Australian/New Zealand Standard 5601. That means any work done on the gas system needs to be performed or signed off by a licensed professional. I recently read on a forum about someone wanting to add an external LP gas outlet to their van for a barbecue. In many ways it’s a simple job but, legally, it has to be done by a licensed gas fitter.
12V SYSTEMS
“Manufacturers often run mains 240V cables through the walls and across the roof, so a mistake here can be costly”
12V systems in caravans are becoming increasingly complex but, strangely enough, there are no applicable standards to adhere to, so anyone who knows what they are doing can work on them. That’s the caveat here, though – it’s very important that you know what you’re doing. ELECTRICAL AND SOLAR Many 12V devices are quite complicated and, Like an LP gas system, most RVs also have a 240V consequently, quite expensive. And while a mains electrical system and you are required by mistake might hurt your bank balance and your DRILLING HOLES law to have that installed and maintained by a pride, it could also start a fire! Drilling holes in caravan walls and cabinetry to licensed electrician to the requirements of AS/ mount shelves or fittings is perfectly legal, but NZS 3000 and 3001 – both electrical standards. you must think about what’s behind or in the And there’s another, lesser-known standard, AS/ wall. Caravan manufacturers often run mains NZS 5033, which applies to the installation of 240V cables through the walls and across solar panel systems. the roof, so a mistake here can be costly! And All mains electrical work must be signed off by personally, I’d avoid drilling holes in the roof of a licensed person. your RV - it’s just one more place for water to leak through! AVOID THE TEMPTATION Many modern caravans that don’t have frames It can be tempting to work on the electrics are strong in their original guise, but may not yourself – things you might deem simple jobs – support a heavy and unaccounted for shelf or but things can and do go wrong. awning. Even the professionals get it wrong here, For example, powerpoints in caravan though - I’ve seen many sagging roofs caused by bathrooms are often in odd places but it’s usually retrofitted air-conditioners! to do with the sink’s location, and if you move them too close to it on the sly, you could render CHASSIS ADDITIONS the powerpoints illegal! Adding anything like a storage box or bumper Furthermore, all caravan powerpoints should bar to a chassis should be done with care to be double pole (switched on both active and preserve the RV’s integrity and towing dynamics. neutral). They’re more expensive than single In fact, although the original chassis structure is pole powerpoints and aren’t always readily usually welded together, accessories are often available from your favourite hardware store. bolted and not welded by the manufacturers.
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Peter Mannfolk from AL-KO explains how social media, technology and buyers are impacting the Australian caravan industry WORDS PETER QUILTY
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e put some questions to the head of AL-KO, a market leader in the RV sector, which manufacturers high quality running gear, to get his thoughts on the latest caravanning innovations, issues and trends. Peter Mannfolk is the Australia/New Zealand managing director, like his father Sven before him, and has a long history in the business, having worked in marketing, mail-outs and on the factory floor during his years studying commercial law. TRADERVS: I can imagine you having a hectic work schedule; but what are your hobbies and passions? Peter Mannfolk (PM): My hobbies and passions
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are around spending time with my family. I’m a very proud father, I have two young children (two and six months) and I just like getting out into the outdoors with them, and making the most of time with family. TRADERVS: The caravan manufacturing industry is constantly evolving. What do you see as the seismic shifts since you’ve been involved? PM: The big shift is the pace of innovation. I think consumers, more than ever, are well informed and researched about what they want and what they want to see in caravans, and the manufacturers are in close contact with them, feeding that back to the suppliers. So we are really focused on local research and development of products to meet the demand in the market [from buyers].
Feature THE FACTORY FLOOR TRADERVS: So, in a way, you’ve adapted to those changes? PM: Absolutely, and as a market leading supplier we see our role to be interacting with the market; understanding what the market is telling us and responding quickly to bring products into the market to meet those needs. TRADERVS: Can you give us an example of how you’ve met those adaptations? PM: Looking back a couple of years, we saw the trend towards the trailing arm suspension system and we knew that we needed to be in that market. So, in late 2015, we launched our first trailing arm suspension, which was the Enduro Outback – a form of offroad rugged suspension for outback conditions – and, as we received feedback from the market, there was a demand for a lighter version, a sort of rough-road version of the suspension. So we then launched our Enduro Cross Country and more recently the final instalment in that series of suspensions – the Enduro Touring – which now brings the comfort and the ride of the independent suspension to the on-road caravan market.
Top left: Peter Mannfolk walks journalist Peter Quilty through the AL-KO factory in Dandenong South. Below: Mannfolk says the key to success is innovation.
“Buyers more and more see themselves as consumer advocates and are prepared to be on social media or be involved in providing feedback of their experiences”
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TRADERVS: What do you see as the biggest influence on the caravan manufacturing industry? PM: Definitely the conversation between the end user and the manufacturers, particularly with social media; now there’s a dialogue. So the rate of change and innovation is speeding up and I think that’s good for the industry and the consumer because it means we, as a supplier, and the manufacturers are looking more and more for how to meet the needs of the end user, which helps grow the industry and which is, ultimately, good for everyone involved. TRADERVS: How have buyers changed over the years? PM: Buyers have become better informed than ever. They do their research, they come to caravan shows or they go to caravan dealers. They understand the market and the options that are available and are very prepared to talk to the manufacturers and seek out those options for themselves. And I also think buyers more and more see themselves as consumer advocates and are prepared to be on social media or be involved in providing feedback of their experiences and, ultimately, that’s a big shift, not just in the caravan industry but in all industries and sectors. TRADERVS: How are buyers influencing the caravan manufacturing sector? Are they more influential than ever? PM: One market segment that we see growing strongly is younger buyers entering the caravan industry, in particular, young families, and their needs are quite different than maybe the more traditional market. They tend to look for the lighter caravans because they have constraints around tow vehicles and tow vehicle capacities. And they’re also more engaged with technology, so they’re looking for connectivity and the ability to
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remain connected wherever they are, even while off-road adventuring throughout Australia. TRADERVS: Do you see a lot of positivity in the industry? Is it still as buoyant as ever? PM: The industry is changing and I think the key to success is innovation and being able to read market trends and meet consumer demands, which are changing and evolving quickly, and we and everyone in the industry need to be in front of that wave. TRADERVS: What do you see as the industry trends at the moment? What’s in vogue? PM: With the rise of social media we’re seeing people caravanning and motorhoming, and enjoying the great outdoors, wanting to be connected. And that means being connected on social media, blogging and publishing their journey, posting it on Facebook and Twitter and having the ability to stay in touch while they’re away. There’s also a demand for consumers to be able to use a mobile device to control their caravan so that if they’re coming back from the beach on a hot day they can already have the air-
conditioner switched on, or if they’re returning at night they can have the caravan’s external lights turned on in advance. And I think that’s a trend we’ll see more and more of as the technology develops. TRADERVS: If you could gaze into the proverbial crystal ball, what do you see ahead for the industry? Will the future largely be technology driven? PM: The future of the industry is technology driven and it’s driven by innovation, research and by development of new products to meet changing consumer demands. I think more and more we’ll see a focus on safety in caravanning and we’re working on safety products and safety innovations to continue to lead that field. I also believe the future for our product range is lighter and stronger. So in other words offering manufacturers flexibility by reducing the weight of the axle system or chassis system that they’re using to build their caravan. And giving them more payload, and also the ability to build lighter products that are attractive to young families, who tend to have smaller tow vehicles and for whom the ability to tow a lighter vehicle is very important.
Clockwise from top left: The AL-KO Enduro suspension comes in three variants; Sven Mannfolk with former Victorian Minister for Manufacturing, Exports and Trade, Richard Dalla-Riva; inspecting axles up close.
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WANTED CARAVANS We come to you Call Us ARGONAUT CARAVAN 2013, Full Ensuite. Washing Machine. Captain chairs. Full Summer annex. Sept22. TA830130. $38,900
JAYCO HERITAGE 2002, Shower Toilet. Air condition. Full Annex. Sept 0011. TA830124. $19,900
ROMA CRUZA CAMPER 2011, Campertrailer. 3 Way fridge, Battery pack. Electric brakes. EC. mar10. TA787423. $14,900
GOLF OUTBACK 2003, Shower/Toilet. Solar. Air condition. sept06. TA828654. $24,900
MILLARD HORIZON SOLAR. Battery pack. Single beds. Rollout awning. s01. TA828558. $13,900
JAYCO HERITAGE 2005, Full Ensuite. One owner. Low mileage. Island bed. Air con. . Electric brakes. EC. fe3. TA781477. $28,900
BLUE SKY CARAVAN 2012, Full Ensuite. Island bed. Washing machine. A/C. EC. juy6. TA816590. $42,900
GOLF LINWOOD 2001, Solar. Separate Shower/ Toilet. Island bed. VGC. Full Annex. may03. TA798908. $24,900
JAYCO STARCRAFT. 1999, 16'6. Single beds. Full Annex. Battery pack. mar6. TA783454. $9,900
EASTWOOD 655 TOURER 2007, Single beds. Shower. Air conditioning. VGC. juy5. TA816586. $24,900
PHOENIX PHASE 111 OFF ROAD. 1996, Solar. Shower/Toilet. Air conditioning. Washing machine. VGC. juy7. TA816597. $22,900
WINDSOR GP490X 2010, Island bed. Air conditioning. 3 Way Fridge. Rollout Awning. juy8. TA816611. $19,900
AVAN ROBINA 2004, 16' Air condition. Full Annex. Caravan Cover. aug78. TA822724. $14,900
JAYCO FREEDOM POP TOP 2004, Single beds. Air conditioning Microwave. aug0005. TA823210. $13,900
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GOLDSTREAM RV GOLDSTORM OFF ROAD 2000, Off Road. Sleeps 6. Full Annex. Sept33. TA830139. $9,900
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SCENIC BY SPACELAND
2016, 27ft. As new condition. 2 x rev a/c. 32" TV + TV/DVD combo in bedroom. Dishwasher. Full size grill, oven & hob, m/wave. Lge fridge/freezer. Washing machine & dryer. Solar ready. Battery pack. R/out awning. Ensuite. Dual HWS. Q/bed X28989. NSW. DIY809071.
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SCENIC CAPTAINS DECK
2007, New Generation. Double chassis, twin Alco independent suspension. Solar power. Front Bedroom Q/size pillowtop mattress. Centre kitchen, Smeg cooktop/oven, new 190L/2Dr/ 12-240v compressor fridge, microwave, water filter. Instant hot water. Digital TV/DVD, radio/CD. Rear Bathroom - Sep shower/toilet, vanity. Washing machine, ironing station. External Shower. 4 x 80L water tanks, 3 x 125w solar panels, 3 x 120 ah batteries, 2500w inverter. Full annex, r/o awning. Fold out BBQ table. 4 external toolboxes. Rev cycle a/c. Winegard antenna. Extended A-Frame. Treg hitch, Tare 2480Kg. Travelled - Max 4,000kms since new. Vic Rego till 3/5/18. NRMA Comprehensive Insurance - $80,000. Presently located Mid Nth Coast NSW, R62045. NSW. DIY829031.
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JAYCO STERLING
2007, With 2 single beds. Full ensuite, w/machine. Roof top a/c. TV/DVD. L-shape dining. Gas/elec HWS. Electric r/out awning, 758QNH. QLD. DIY825350.
0458 683 521.
$31,000 ONO
PUMA PF27
2014, Georgia. 100% Australian complied & legal 5th wheeler 8.3m long. Ducted reverse cycle A/C. Stainless steel cooktop convection m/wave. 3 way 2 door fridge/freezer. 32" LED TV, satellite dish. Surround sound stereo System. Fresh tank 234L, black 145L, grey x 2 290L (145l ea). Ziegler & Brown BBQ. Privacy screen & many more extras. $75,000 2012 Ford Ranger XLT 124,000. One owner. A/market suspension. 2" High Lift Nudge Bar. CB radio. Elect brakes, rear view camera. $35,000 Excellent condition. Will also reimburse 1 airfare plus $1000 fuel card. Ranger & 5th Wheeler together $105,000.00 will separate. (Will also include bike rack & 2 bikes if required), 1TQR187. WA. DIY827888.
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COACHMEN WANDERER ULTRA-LITE CARAVAN
Full ensuite. Internal and external showers. Gas hot water. Air con. Excellent bench and cupboard space. Solar panels, 3 way 186lt. 2 dr Dometic fridge. Wingard TV aerial. Awnings. Electric brakes, new tyres. Fresh, grey and black water tanks. Tare 1640kg. Gross 2385kg. Many more extras U81602 8. VIC. DIY829373.
2017, Tare weight only 2,224kg. 932kg payload cap. Dual electric super slides. Electric 4.9m awning Electric stabiliser jacks. 32" swivel-around LCD TV Large ensuite with sep. Shower, Toilet & Vanity Full Queen bed. Ducted aircon. Fresh water: 185L Grey water 113.6L, Black water 113.6L Elec. drum brakes. 2 x 9kg gas bottles. LED lighting New Gas & electric cooktop with Grill & Oven New microwave oven. New 3-way fridge/freezer 12 months warranty. 12 months NSW rego, 5ZT2FEMB8FA018974. NSW. DIY807219.
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WINJANA RV CATTAI 760 CUSTOM 5TH WHEELER & 2010 NISSAN NAVARA ST
2013, Top of the range customised Winjana 5th wheeler & Nissan Narava. Rear lounge/living area with recliner chairs, large fridge/freezer, cooktop/oven/grill, microwave, gas/elec HWS, Q/bed, Shower/toilet, solars, w/machine, wine fridge, large awning. Ibis a/c QLD. DIY810305.
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ROADSTAR DAINTREE 22' 2011, With annex & side walls. TV, DVD player, radio. A/C. Toilet, shower, flooring. 12v battery power. No leaks, Good towing. Call for more details, NSW. DIY828804. 02 6842 3090. $48,000
NOVA BRAVO GT SPORTZ 18'6" 2016, Like new, travelled less than 5,000kms. Island Q/bed. Sep shower/toilet. Leather seats. W/machine. Rev camera. 184L fridge. 160L water tank. R/out awning, NC 3176. NSW. DIY825730. 02 6629 5239. $58,900 NEG
MAJESTIC KNIGHT CARAVAN 2012, 22' in length, excellent condition in & out. Roll out awning. Has full amenities. A/C, washing machine, shower, full fridge, microwave, TV, Stove & toilet. Q size bed. Original tyres 4X4 as new, never been used on road. New gas bottles included. Please contact 0401 840 195. Liverpool Area, 6T9T2IV97COIYH. NSW. DIY830100. 02 9601 0510. $35,000
BILLABONG CUSTOM CARAVANS GROVE 186 2016, One owner, purchased March '16. Immaculate condition with RV protection guard. Only been on 2 short trips. Recently had its second warranty inspection. Reg till March 2018. Selling due to going overseas, 216 UCG. QLD. DIY829033. 0434 067 076. $53,000 NEG
BUSHTRACKER OFFROAD Want a change of lifestyle. Willing to accept Bushtracker caravan or similar offroad van with good condition tow vehicle as deposit on the property. 2 houses on property situated in tropical gardens, Cardwell by the water. 1km from beach fantastic fishing!!!!, .. QLD. DIY822179. 0439 491 508. POA
DRYDEN GETAWAY
2003, Australian built 27' 5th wheeler with slide out. Island Queen bed. Ensuite. Built ins. Waeco 220L 12v fridge/freezer, microwave. Air conditioning. New 12v TV 891-QIR. NSW. DIY829362.
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JAYCO OUTBACK PENQUIN 2012, Excellent condition with many extras, 241-QVA. QLD. DIY825356. 0429 976 443. $21,000
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DRYDEN 8G TRAILER
2005, RV TRAILER. 4m slideout section (lounge & 4 seater finette). Lounge has fold out double bed. Large kitchen, fridge/freezer, microwave, Theford stove, grill & oven. Bosch gas HWS. Rev a/c. Flat screen TV. Full size shower/toilet. 3kva generator. 2 x Trojan batteries. Ph: Bill 0418 501 088, 520UCM. QLD. DIY830839.
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COROMAL EXCEL 526
2007, A great family van. Easy to tow with a family car. Full annexe. TV/DVD. Rev a/c. D/bed. Gas/elec stove, 3 way fridge, microwave. 2 x gas bottles, Yes. QLD. DIY830842.
0419 575 966.
$23,750
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T
he greatest compliment you can pay any caravan manufacturer is to buy another van from them. So when a Sunshine Coast businessman came back to buy his second Zone RV, the top-of-the-line Z-21.6 Off-Road, it’s fair to say the team at Zone RV were nothing short of thrilled. Marketing Manager Denise Missen says of the owners, “the second time around they had more time to think about the additional upgrades and options they wished they had ordered on their original Z-20.6 Off-Road.” The upgrade is a further acknowledgement that the Coolum Beach manufacturer has tapped into a niche in the Australian caravan market, where customers are looking for automotive or marine-standard materials and manufacturing in caravans, and are prepared to pay for it. In this case, the end cost of $141,465 (May 2017) for the Z-21.6 is around $28,500 above the model’s base price, but those shopping in this market will know this is within the ‘ballpark’ for a tough off-roader with this level of features. The fact that Zone RV can already play in this lofty league after only a couple of years on the market is testament to the quality of its craftsmanship, and the word-of-mouth endorsement the company’s customers have given it to date. The Z-21.6 Off-Road we saw showed what this new kid on the block is capable of. From the outside it looks smart, with its smooth white walls with curved edgecapping, but is disarmingly conventional. That said, the the ‘beaked’ drawbar did catch my eye. It tapers towards the hitch for improved clearance, and is gusseted for extra strength.
LUXE AUSSIE
OFF-ROADER HEAD OFF-ROAD IN comfort AND STYLE IN Zone RV’s GREAT AUSSIE VAN.
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The all-fibreglass composite body has impressively clean styling and is relatively unencumbered, devoid of the ‘bling’ of many of its rivals. Grey Raptor urethane coating is used liberally on the lower body sides, instead of checkerplate, to repel stones and the same two-pack heavy-duty coating has also been applied to the chassis, the A-frame, toolbox, stoneshield frame, wheel arch moulds, rear bumper and pole carrier – in fact, anywhere that could be vulnerable to stone or scrub damage. Zone RV co-founder Dave Biggar said the Raptor coating adds less weight than the equivalent amount of checkerplate, and can easily be touched up if scuffed or damaged. It certainly looks smart and complements the Zone RV’s exterior styling.
UNDER THE SKIN It’s not until you see how these caravans are put together that you begin to appreciate their significant difference to other caravans. The millimetre-perfect accuracy to which Zone RVs are being built is truly impressive. Each van begins with a CAD drafting, from which all key components are CNCcut – nothing too radical there – but it’s what happens next that makes the difference. In most caravan factories, the caravan moves along a production line, with each team adding more parts.
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Tested ZONE RV Z-21.6 OFF-ROAD Presented by Caravan World
But in the case of a Zone RV, the chassis is anchored to a rigid metal jig – just like a chassis aligner in a top-quality automobile repair facility – to ensure all key dimensions are maintained during the construction phase. All supplies are then brought to this bench on movable trolleys and the caravan is only unbolted when the major exterior and interior components have been fitted. This avoids any potential movement of the structure, ensuring that the finished product remains true to its original CAD dimensions. Zone RV boasts about its ‘timberless’ construction with good reason. In most caravans, a plywood floor is glued to the steel chassis, the vinyl flooring is then applied and the walls are then framed and screwed or bolted to this base. With the Zone RV, the floor is 32mm thick infused fibreglass, reducing the number of chassis crossmembers required. Instead of timber, the furniture is framed from aluminium extrusions and when it is all in place, the walls and roof are bonded directly to both the floor and cabinets, ensuring that the result is a very rigid, monocoque structure. You might ask why this is important, given that more conventional caravans from other quality Australian manufacturers seem to do pretty well, but the difference can be appreciated on the road.
A basic Z-21.6 tips the scales at a Tare weight of around 2535kg and can offer a payload of close to a tonne or more, if required. Because of its many upgrades, the Z-21.6 we reviewed was 285kg heavier at 2820kg Tare, but still boasted a good carrying capacity of 680kg. What this means on extreme rough road conditions is that you can tow it all behind a large, locally-available 4WD like a LandCruiser or Land Rover, providing a very rigid platform for the tandem trailing arm suspension to deal with the undulations. In swapping to the longer Z-21.6, our test van’s owners took the opportunity to upgrades from already rugged Cruisemaster ATX coil spring to Vehicle Components’ premium XT Air Bag Suspension Stage 4, which also comes with twin telescopic shocks per wheel, and incorporates automatic level control to make it easier to set up on a sloping site.
Clockwise from below: Ample drawers keep you organised at camp; hinged overhead kitchen cupboards conceal the entertainment system; a light and bright interior; Dometic security door.
QUICK SPECS
Zone RV Z-21.6 Off-Road
External body length 6.55m (21ft 6in) External width 2.40m (7ft 10in) Tare 2820kg ATM 3500kg Price in May 2017 $141,465
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Above: The strong Raptor coating weighs less than checkerplate.
“It looks smart, with its smooth white walls with curved edge-capping, but it’s also disarmingly conventional” DETAILS, DETAILS While looking underneath, I took time to appreciate other Zone RV details, like the efficient configuration of cross-members, the steel aluminium-shielded water tanks, and the way all vulnerable piping is tucked away high and well out of harm’s way from snagging or stone strikes. It’s also interesting to see the way Zone RV deals with the mandatory ventilation for caravans fitted with internal gas appliances. Instead of ‘breathing’ through the lower section of its solid Dometic security door, there are twin circular extractors to the rear of the water tanks that are designed to minimise dust intrusion. Other details, like the way the enclosure for the large 218L Dometic compressor fridge is fully dust-sealed from the interior of the van, using a large chimney behind it ‘to breathe’ in hot weather, shows an impressive eye for detail.
SUSTAIN YOURSELF Inside, Zone RV has taken full advantage of the Z-21.6’s length to make it roomy and workable for long-term travellers. Unlike most caravan manufacturers, which use the term ‘off-road’ to refer principally to the caravan’s strength, damage proofing and ground clearance, Zone RV also uses this terminology to encompass sustainability in remote areas.
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Upgrades, including a third 120Ah AGM battery, a fourth 100W roof-mounted solar panel and a 2000W Enerdrive inverter, ensure that the owners of this Z-21.6 will be able spend quality time off the grid; although, if it was mine, I would prefer the extra solar panel to be portable rather than roof-mounted, allowing it to follow the sun if camped in the shade. An extra 100L of fresh water storage takes the total volume of the review van to 300L and, combined with 100L of grey water storage, should be plenty for stays of a week or more. The optional Shurflo 12V water isolation system is able to deliver fresh drinking water even if you fill your tanks from a river. Good storage space is another thing you need in a true off-road van, as the nearest supplies may be weeks away. The large A-frame storage box is large enough to hold a generator on one side, which can be accessed through a side door, plus room for hoses and power cables and a single jerry can
holder on the other side. The fuel tank for the optional Eberspacher diesel space heater, twin 9kg gas cylinders and the optional Thule bike rack are protected on the 500mm extended A-frame by a truck-mesh stone screen with large mud flaps that are hanging beneath. A Bushman RV Explorer stainless steel barbecue slides out of the front left-side locker to supplement the inside kitchen, while the corresponding locker on the other side of the body provides more storage room. Unlike some caravans, the Zone RV’s upper inside walls aren’t lined with the cupboards that you find in most other caravans and this, combined with its large windows front and sides, gives the Z-21.6 an open, airy feel inside. Zone RV prefers drawers to cupboards because they locate things better in off-road travel and thanks to optional four-drawer cabinet under the foot of the bed, a similar optional chest of drawers in the ensuite and a huge triple-
Tested ZONE RV Z-21.6 OFF-ROAD Presented by Caravan World
Above: The tapered drawbar improves clearance.
decker pantry beside the 218L Waeco compressor fridge, there is no shortage of space for the supplies or clothing that you might need on an extended remote area trip. The furniture is also smart and modern with PVC coating over aluminium making it light, yet attractive. Quality hardware is used on the cabinet drawers, while concealed catches are fitted on the upper cupboards. Another feature specified by this van’s owners with their upgrade was an infill cushion for the U-shaped dinette to convert it quickly into an additional, large single bed.
THE BOTTOM LINE It was interesting to review a caravan that has been built specifically by its owners to further improve on what is already a quality off-roader, and we applaud their choice and good taste. Quite simply, Zone RV with its option list gives anyone looking at the serious end of the off-road caravan market another ‘must’ to add to their shopping list.
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Above: A ladder provides access to panels on the roof.
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FRANKLIN CORE 2016, Razor Pack. Selling due to illness. Only had 11months. Used Easter 2017. Queen bed. Solar. Full annex with skirt. LED lighting. TV, DVD, stereo. Air conditioning. Reversing camera. In car kit included, 080 UDU. QLD. DIY828151. 0407 126 464. $58,000
NEW AGE MANTA RAY 19BC 2015, This van is literally brand new & has only been used on a couple of occasions. 3 bunks. Combo shower/toilet. 164 Litre 3 way fridge/freezer, Thetford cooktop & grill. 120w solar panel. Big club lounge. Rev a/c. Gas/elec HWS. Set up for free camping, 6KZNEWAGEFC000893. VIC. DIY824647. 0419 007 798. $52,500
JAYCO JOURNEY 2014, Excellent condition. Light weight and easy to tow. Great for a lengthy trip or a short excursion. All the usual "Journey" features plus many more!, W08582. VIC. DIY828589. 0418 365 759.$34,000 NEG
RETREAT CARAVANS MABEL 2015, Luxury 'Dirtrider' caravan, with stunning interior. Already setup for the big trips, with solar & batteries. Plenty of storage inside & out. Super comfortable in the bush or in a park. Sadly, owners need to downsize, S780TEE. SA. DIY828102. 0412 358 589. $66,500 ONO NEG
JAYCO FREEDOM 2000, Jayco Freedom Pop Top Caravan, Very Good Condition. This caravan has been stored in garage, when not in use, since new and is well looked after, YDK-125. SA. DIY830371. 0438 772 052. $14,000 ONO
COROMAL EXCEL 526 2007, A great family van. Easy to tow with a family car. Full annexe. TV/DVD. Rev a/c. D/bed. Gas/elec stove, 3 way fridge, microwave. 2 x gas bottles, Yes. QLD. DIY827189. 0419 575 966. $23,750
WINDSOR ROYALLE STATESMAN 1995, Independent suspension. 4 new tyres. Shower/toilet. Reverse cycle air conditioner. Oven, gas cooktop, microwave. Flat screen TV/DVD. Awning, annex (never used). Double island bed & lounge & table which can convert to another bed, 6D9T21RTAS2CM2030. QLD. DIY825651. 07 4653 5186. $19,000
COROMAL LIFESTYLE 2007, Family van, free camp ready with loads of storage & bunks. L-shaped lounge. Q/bed. Shower/toilet. Rev a/c. Gas/elec HWS. 150L 3way fridge, 4 burner cooktop, grill, microwave. R/out awning, full annexe. Rev camera, U23930. NSW. DIY829923. 0421 909 144. $35,000
EVERNEW E SERIES 2000, One family ownership since van was custom built by manufacturer, always garaged. Gas compliance & road worthy all completed ready to go. "Great first Family Van", 209UEH. QLD. DIY829424. 0418 717 448. $26,000
OUTBACK CAMPERS DROVER 2008, Camper Trailer. 85L water tank. Annexe & awning. King size bed. P/out kitchen, 2 burner stove. 2 x gas bottles with holders, CS0863. QLD. DIY827191. 0417 853 717. $6,500
STONEY CREEK CAMPERS FORWARD FOLD 2015, Camper trailer. Full offroad independent suspension with twin shocks. Big annexe & walls with rare tool boxes. 100L water tank with twin gas bottles & jerry can holders. LED lights throughout with 4 slide outs including stainless steel kitchen & polished floor in lounge. Would suit new buyer, 624 QZO. QLD. DIY792156. 0412 936 595. $15,000
OZTRAIL CAMPER 9 2010, Placed on top of a custom built 7'x 4' box trailer. Q/bed. 70L water tank. Will have 12mths Reg, Z31072. NSW. DIY827226. 0407 989 657. $3,500 ONO
HINO MOTORHOME 1991, Alison Auto gearbox. 800ltrs water. House toilet with 300ltrs tank.12 solar panels @200W. 3Kva system. 5Kva inverter. 18x 6VBatteries 400AHr each 48Vdc, 1DTR675. WA. DIY829402. 0412 421 032. $65,000 GOOD VALUE
WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES LEISURE SEEKER 2005, on Iveco Daily. Diesel. Manual. A/c. Sep toilet/shower. 4 x solar, 2 x deep cycle batteries. Gas/elec HWS. TV/DVD. Awning, CK87RZ. QLD. DIY827242. 0403 125 000. $65,000
DIAMOND SPARKLE 2017, Perfect caravan for families. With a larger awning, 2 full tunnel boot. Larger kitchen & seating area that will accommodate the whole family. Push bike provisions, slide out pantries, DI17203. VIC. DIY828771. 0434 361 103. $43,990
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RETREAT CARAVANS MABEL
2015, Luxury 'Dirtrider' caravan, with stunning interior. Already setup for the big trips, with solar & batteries. Plenty of storage inside & out. Super comfortable in the bush or in a park. Sadly, owners need to downsize, S780TEE. SA. DIY830863.
0412 358 589.
$66,500 ONO NEG
ROADSTAR DAINTREE 22'
2011, With annex & side walls. TV, DVD player, radio. A/C. Toilet, shower, flooring. 12v battery power. No leaks, Good towing. Call for more details, NSW. DIY830869.
02 6842 3090.
$48,000
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BILLABONG CUSTOM CARAVANS GROVE 186
2016, One owner, purchased March '16. Immaculate condition with RV protection guard. Only been on 2 short trips. Recently had its second warranty inspection. Reg till March 2018. Selling due to going overseas, 216 UCG. QLD. DIY830873.
0434 067 076.
$53,000 NEG
NOVA BRAVO GT SPORTZ 18'6"
2016, Like new, travelled less than 5,000kms. Island Q/bed. Sep shower/toilet. Leather seats. W/machine. Rev camera. 184L fridge. 160L water tank. R/out awning, NC 3176. NSW. DIY830835.
02 6629 5239.
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FOREST RIVER HERITAGE GLEN
2013, 5th wheeler. 3 way fridge, 3 slide outs, leather rockers, solar, full bathroom, queen bed sofa bed, island kitchen, heaps of cupboards full stove microwave, led lights. A home away from home. Will consider combining F250, 114QWC. QLD. DIY830877.
0409 664 695.
$80,000
JAYCO OUTBACK PENQUIN
2012, Excellent condition with many extras, 241-QVA. QLD. DIY830834.
0429 976 443.
$21,000
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CROSSROADS RV CRUISER
2008, Low kms. 1 slideout. Neat condition. Bathroom etc. Cupboards, w/robe. Fully equipped kitchen. TV, radio. Awning. Air/con, VO9611. NSW. DIY830850.
0402 826 422.
$105,000 (with tow vehicle will separate)
JAYCO CONQUEST MS24/5
2011, Island double bed. Shower/toilet. 3way fridge. Auto sat dish & receiver box. Radio, cd/usb player, cb radio. Reversing camera. Awning with end walls & privacy screens. Storage box. Towbar. Fresh/grey water tanks. Located Northern Rivers, BWU95K. NSW. DIY830874.
0427 244 013.
$87,500
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lthough usually reliable, caravan hot water systems (HWS) are still susceptible to issues, with the most common being heater anode failure or a leak in the tank. This HWS had sprung a leak so it was time to pull it out and check out what was going on. Caravan HWS run on either 240V mains power or gas. Now, many DIYers won’t have the necessary qualifications to certify any 240V or gas fitting repairs, but you can save some costs by doing the bulk of the work yourself.
FINDING ROOM TO MOVE Replacing a tank can take little more than an hour or many, many hours, depending on how the HWS was built into the van. Caravans are usually built from the inside out, meaning items such as a HWS can be hard to access.
All you need to know about replacing a hot water system tank. WORDS PHIL LORD
In this case, the HWS was built into a lower cabinet in the corner of the bathroom. The toilet was removed, improving access, but depending on your situation, cutting out the cabinet shelf may be the only option. The HWS air inlet/exhaust cover (necessary for gas operation) and securing plate were removed from the van’s exterior. Back inside, the screws securing the HWS to the floor were removed and the water inlet/outlet pipe connections were disconnected. You need to use a sliding collar to ensure a positive connection, so they can be a bit tricky to disconnect. Once removed, the HWS was free to slide out from the enclosure providing access to disconnect the 12V electrical connections (12V is for gas ignition only) and unscrew the gas inlet pipe. In this case, 240V was disconnected by pulling out the plug from the 240V mains socket in
the adjacent cabinet wall. The HWS could then be removed from the van to be further dismantled on the work bench. The printed circuit board enclosure was dismantled and removed to allow the cardboard enclosure to be taken off. The exhaust outlet/air inlet assembly was removed, as was the heating element. You can see the water stains that were left from the leaking tank on image 13. Next the tank’s retaining collar was removed, followed by the tank itself. Installation is the reverse procedure, but certified fitters must be involved with the gas connection and, in cases where 240V is hardwired, the electrical connection. With thanks to Barnes Caravans, 121 Hume Highway, Lansvale NSW 2166, (02) 9728 6366, for their assistance with this story. CaravanWorld.com.au 69
Replacing the hot water tank
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The hot water service is in an awkward spot. The toilet will have to be removed to gain access to it.
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remove the exhaust air inlet cover before unscrewing the HWS from the wall.
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With the toilet cassette removed and the toilet taken out.
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Remove the floor tang screws.
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The assembly can now be removed. Disconnect the Water connections.
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Now that it can be accessed, Disconnect the gas line.
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disconnect the Power connections.
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TIME TO disconnect the 240V power cord from the wall.
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Remove the printed control board and then it’s the outer cover’s turn to come off.
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Remove the HWS from the van and disassemble the outer cover.
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Remove the Inlet exhaust assembly.
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Unscrew the Retaining collar to remove the water tank.
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Remove the Heating element. Here, you can see water stains from the leaking tank.
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ROBUST CAMPERS SOFT FLOOR 2004, Offroad soft floor robust camper trailer with boat loader, BT8491. QLD. DIY830366. 0418195815. $8,000
COOLSPEED STANDARD 8 FT SLIDE-ON CAMPER A/c. Toilet. TV. LED lights throughout. Cook top & sink. Fridge, microwave. Gas/elec HWS. R/out awning, MD064248. NSW. DIY830190. 0450 044 602. $44,000
ALL TERRAIN CAMPERS ON00A 2008, Quick Easy Set up! ALL WEATHER Camping! Heavy Duty. Q/bed. 3 burner stove & 4kg gas bottle, TA19EM. NSW. DIY829296. 0420 308 028. $9,999
CUB CAMPERS KAMPAROO WEEKENDER 2015, In perfect condition with additional features such as built on storage box and built on pole carrier. Only 2 trips. First to see will buy, W71459. VIC. DIY827862. 03 8317 6616. $10,900
CUSTOM MADE TEARDROP 1950, Genuine 1950's Teardrop camper. Refurbished a few years ago. New wheels & tyres (+ old ones). Custom made cover, DQ 7225. QLD. DIY829173. 0400 093 324. $9,450
AUSSIE SWAG CAMPERS ULTRA G 2013, The ultimate in luxury, all terrain travel. The design & standard features of the Ultra enable the traveller to camp in remote areas for extended periods with complete confidence & with all the comforts of home. The design of the camper makes weekend camping & overnight stops equally enjoyable. Has a gas powered HWS, S678 TCJ. SA. DIY828533. 0427 002 556. $38,000 NEG
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SUNLINER POP TOP FORD FALCON 2004. 67,000kms. Bathroom, shower & toilet. D/bed over cab. HW system. CD. Awning. Dinette bed. Fridge, gas stove & grill. Sink. CB radio. Step. Towbar. Electric lifter for top. In top condition, RVJ666. NSW. DIY709958. 02 4421 2218. 0428 603 450. $49,000 ONO
ALL TERRAIN CAMPERS FULL OFF ROAD
2006, Camper Trailer. Australian made trailer & canvas. Always garaged. In excellent condtiion, no rust. Q/mattress. Fold out rear kitchen, 2 burner stove & grill. 1 x 100amp d/cycle batter. 1 x 40kg gas bottle. 70L water tank. 17ft annexe/walls. Reg to 09/2018 S56090. NSW. DIY829810.
0409 925 728.
$8,000
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JOHNNO'S CAMPER TRAILERS OFF ROAD DELUXE CAMPER TRAILER 2014, Walk through bedroom with Q/S innerspring mattress. Used once. Only travelled 1500 kms. Annexe. S/steel kitchen. Many extras. Always shedded, V84524. VIC. DIY815550. 0429 812 311. $16,000
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JOHNNO'S CAMPER TRAILERS OFF ROAD DELUXE CAMPER TRAILER
2014, Walk through bedroom with Q/S innerspring mattress. Used once. Only travelled 1500 kms. Annexe. S/steel kitchen. Many extras. Always shedded, V84524. VIC. DIY830875.
0429 812 311.
$16,000
CUB CAMPERS KAMPAROO WEEKENDER
2015, In perfect condition with additional features such as built on storage box and built on pole carrier. Only 2 trips. First to see will buy, W71459. VIC. DIY830851.
03 8317 6616.
$10,900
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Tested PATRIOT X2 Presented by Camper
Left to right: A removeable tent for all your adventures; pantry items at your fingertips.
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If camping is the antidote to the mayhem of modern life, the relaxed Patriot X2 lets the medicine go down easy. WORDS EMMA RYAN PICS JACK MURPHY
hat is it about camping we humans seem to love so much? We willingly leave the comfort of four walls behind to immerse ourselves in the wild unknown of the great outdoors. We seek a simpler existence, to liberate ourselves from the hustle and bustle of our industrialised world – if only for a few nights. If the nine-to-five, mortgage repayments and school drop-offs are life’s inhalation, camping has long been its exhalation. Surely a camper trailer, then, should mirror this ethos of doing less. The Patriot X2, with its unobtrusive dimensions, easy going attitude and affordable price point, does just that. Add to the mix a highly customisable format that enables you to create a camper that suits your lifestyle, and you might just have found your perfect partner in weekend tomfoolery. The X2 has evolved from Patriot’s original and best selling camper trailer, the X1. But rather than getting bigger and bolder like most things that evolve, the X2 has gone the other way and become smaller and more discreet. Reverse evolution, if you will, but the move is far from backward. Despite the staggering success of its flagship X1, the team at Patriot heeded the call of its customers for an entry level product, a camper with the same go everywhere, cop anything attitude of its big brother but with less bells and whistles. If the X1 is dux of the school and captain of the cricket team, the X2 is the quieter younger brother who wins people over with his charm and good looks. But the family resemblance is undeniable. Both campers share the same concept: rooftop tent accommodation riding above a functional, solid off-road trailer that houses the things you need for fuss-free camping. The result in both cases is a compact, easy to use camper that celebrates outdoor living. The difference with the X2 is its customisable format, in which you only pay for the things you really need.
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QUICK SPECS Patriot X2
Box size 1800x1600x750mm Tare 645kg ATM 1200kg Price as shown $32,980, from $24,990
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CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE The Rhino-Rack rooftop accessories platform plays host to your choice of tent, be it a sleek James Baroud pop-up hard shell tent with a 10 second setup time, a more traditional folding TJM roof topper or a family-friendly integrated tent complete with change room/kiddies’ quarters. Your call. Best of all the tent can be removed altogether for daytrips; strap on the boards to play in the surf or snow or bring the camper along to help cater family picnics or to service worksites. If you’re heading away on a camping trip with mates instead of your partner you can use the platform to strap down swags or tents. Versatility is the name of the game here. The X2 has a rear slide-out kitchen drawer with space for a 50L fridge (BYO fridge or tick the options box to have a Waeco fitted), a pantry cabinet, cutlery drawer and space-saving silicone pop-out sink fed by a 70L water tank and pressurised water pump. Bench space, additional kitchen storage and housing for the gas stove (also an option) are located at the drop-down cabinet on the passenger’s side. This two-part kitchen might sound inconvenient, but given the compact size of the camper, the fridge is merely a couple of steps from the stove so
Tested PATRIOT X2 Presented by Camper
it’s a non-issue in my book. The fold-down cabinet doors become sturdy bench space and are lined with durable, textured stainless steel that’s rather pleasing to run a finger over. This outdoor living and entertaining area can be protected from the elements by an optional Foxwing awning, which lifts above head height on gas struts and wraps around the side and rear of the camper. Setting this up takes two minutes, if that. Forget busting your marriage on 26 pole, 9ft tall awning set-up. There’s storage aplenty on the little X2, which boasts an impressive 1600L of useable space for your gear. There are multiple large, open storage areas at the front, rear and side, plus smaller cabinets for your particulars. Dirty boots, soiled recovery gear, wetsuits, towels and more can be shoved into the wet storage compartments at the rear corners of the camper. Every nook and cranny of this camper is available to you as useable space thanks to its clever design and the experience of its makers. Power comes from a 120Ah AGM battery with Redarc battery management system and controls located
Clockwise from main: The James Baroud tent is one of many tent options available; drawer linings keep your cooking essentials steady en-route; a two-part kitchen makes it easy to ‘chip in’ so everyone can rest at camp.
“The tent can be removed altogether for daytrips; strap on the boards to play in the surf or snow, or bring the camper along to help cater for family picnics”
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Clockwise from above: Off-road acumen fitting to the Patriot name; the locker doors drop down and double as tables; the batteries are kept in peak condition thanks to the Redarc battery management system; a hot water service draws from the 70L tank.
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Tested PATRIOT Tested PATRIOT X2 X2 Presented by Camper
off-road adventure. Don’t let its smaller stature fool you – the X2 earns its place right alongside its big brother in the most remote, hard to access corners of Australia. Built at the brand’s Gold Coast factory and proudly wearing its ‘Made in Australia’ badge, the X2’s monocoque aluminium body rides on a hot-dipped galvanised chassis with integrated rear recovery points should you get centrally at the kitchen area. Option up to a yourself into any hairy situations. Not that there’s second battery if longer term remote camping much that fazes this little pocket rocket, which is on the agenda, or consider an optional 150W rides high on 33in mud terrain tyres (spare folding solar blanket. There are LED lights, USB tucked high in the undercarriage) and laps up and 12V outlets throughout and a gas hot water chunky terrain with its independent coil susshower can be optioned on if you fancy a touch pension with gas shocks. It’s got heaps of ground of campsite comfort. Options abound on the X2 – it can be whatever you want it to be. Swing away clearance and its boxy shape means an excellent BBQ, alloy rims, Fusion stereo system, additional rear departure angle. Like all things wearing the housing for gas bottles or jerry cans; what sounds Patriot logo, the X2 is a true off-roader. Weighing in at just 645kg dry (and 1200kg like a letter to Santa is in fact the X2’s vast and ATM), it’s an agreeable camper trailer that can varied options list. be towed comfortably by smaller family wagons, too. Its compact size provides excellent maneuOFF-ROAD HERITAGE verability and clear vision all round for the driver. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree in the Patriot family of campers and the X2 displays the Simply put, towing this little beast is a breeze, same rock solid, all-Aussie construction as its big making it perfect for beginners and hardcore off-roaders alike. The 90kg drawbar weight brother, not to mention an unrelenting spirit of
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means the trailer is easily manipulated on to your vehicle, so perfect reversing on to the camper less important. The coupling is Vehicle Components DO35 off-road with 360° rotation for when the ground gets freaky beneath your wheels.
THE WRAP The X2 is a rock solid off-road tourer with a no bull approach to camping. It will strike a chord with young (and young at heart) adventurers who like to cook with grass beneath their feet and eat beside the campfire with mates. Those who see camping as an opportunity to reconnect with nature and a more simple way of living, and prefer not to be weighed down by heavy machinery that limits where they can go and what they can do. True to its family lineage, the X2 is a beautifully finished, superbly engineered camper trailer conceived by an industry-leading brand who dare to do things just a little bit differently. Anyone who has ever expressed admiration for Patriot’s original X1 camper but couldn’t quite cough up the money should take a look at the X2. At $24,990 for the base platform, it’s an affordable and reliable camper that can be tailored to suit your needs and your budget.
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OUTBACK CAMPERS DROVER
2008, Camper Trailer. 85L water tank. Annexe & awning. King size bed. P/out kitchen, 2 burner stove. 2 x gas bottles with holders, CS0863. QLD. DIY830845.
0417 853 717.
$6,500
OZTRAIL CAMPER 9
2010, Placed on top of a custom built 7'x 4' box trailer. Q/bed. 70L water tank. Will have 12mths Reg, Z31072. NSW. DIY830846.
0407 989 657.
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