The van is coming...what else do I need???

[Deano]

15 Amp lead 20 - 25 mtrs
Weber Q with 3 mtr hose.
Foldable tables for under awning.
TV aerial for those places where the wineguard won't work.
Ultramesh by Oztrail 20 by 8 ft for matting under awning. There are plenty of other options.
Music to play on your stereo. Put on USB stick.
Also Canadian Club and Dry cans, 2 x 6 pks should keep you going for a short period.
Cheers Deano

 

[Big Gee]

Remember to pack the beer :lol:

 

[crystal674]

Clothes and toothbrushes!

 

[Newcastle Knight]

Bloke in the spare parts at Jayco the other day was trying to sell me an add on/different head for the wineguard anyone know about these?

 

[Big Gee]

Bloke in the spare parts at Jayco the other day was trying to sell me an add on/different head for the wineguard anyone know about these?

Yep we got one put on because our TV reception sucked, TV now works a treat everywhere I've tried it.

Shaun

 

[zerosecta]

One the the items on our list of things to pack for every weekend away, a bottom of good port. Especially now in the winter months

 

[chartrock]

One thing missing from your first list (except the beer) is the screw on fitting for the tap to take the snap hose fitting. Most parks don't have them on the taps, if they do, they get pinched.

 

[Moto Moto]

I have a couple of those chartrock, as i have a tendancy to leave them behind:sorry:

Not sure if this was mentioned yet but an iPod/iPhone cable for the stereo if you have your tunes stored that way

I also like to cut the sulage hose in two and shove them up the chassis rails for easy storage.

 

[Big Gee]

One thing missing from your first list (except the beer) is the screw on fitting for the tap to take the snap hose fitting. Most parks don't have them on the taps, if they do, they get pinched.

Don't forget a packet of the orings to suit whichever quick connections you choose.

 

[drewy]

One thing missing from your first list (except the beer) is the screw on fitting for the tap to take the snap hose fitting. Most parks don't have them on the taps, if they do, they get pinched.

Not a bad idea to get brass fittings, not only are they stronger but they won't add any plastic taste to your water (when home brewing).

 

[cancan]

One thing missing from your first list (except the beer) is the screw on fitting for the tap to take the snap hose fitting. Most parks don't have them on the taps, if they do, they get pinched.

Thanks Chartrock...thats something that I would have thought of after I realised I couldnt connect the hose.

 

[Burnsy]

Yeah, take a few incase you forget to take it off and also take the 2 different sizes or a reducer just to be sure! Also 2 hoses with a click joiner there's been many a time where 1 wasn't long enough! After i roll up hoses and get water out i click both ends of my 2 hoses together with the joiner fitting when I pack away, it just stops any water left in hose getting your storage boot wet.

 

[ElectricGuru]

Since I lost one on the road, I keep a spare locking wheel and nut for the awning brace bar.

Also, an esky and bags of ice for the beer! Go the home brewers! (Yes there are a few on this site... )

 

[cancan]

Go the home brewers! (Yes there are a few on this site... )

Finding it hard to home brew now that I am only home weekends.....thinking of taking the kegs to a homebrew shop and getting them to fill them....not the same but must be better and cheaper than commercial beer.

 

[ROnEM]

Here is a fairly comprehensive list I have seen. Might have to buy a trailer to tow behind the van to make sure I got it all as there will be no room in the van cos of the Beer, Baileys & Single Malts! :thumb:

Buckets
Cordless Drill
D Shackles
Ducting Tape
Esky or Car Fridge
First Aid Kit
Folding Table and Chairs
Friction Sway Control
Globes and Fuses (12v and 240v)
Gloves for hitch up
Groundsheet for under van
Hammer/Mallet
Hitch Pin Lock
Hose (Mains Pressure Drinking Quality)
Hose Connectors and Tap Fittings
Insulation Tape
Insurance Details
Jack Feet or Blocks of Wood
Jack to Suit Caravan
Level Rides
Level Wedges
Lock for Coupling
Matches
Octopus Straps of Various Lengths
Outdoor Floor Matting
Power Leads (10 meters)
Rake (small, for clearing sites)
Road Atlas (less than 2 years old)
Screwdriver: Blade and Phillips
Shifter, 8"
Spanner to suit Towball
Spare Keys
Spare Level Ride Safety Clips
Spirit Level
Strong Cord
Sullage Hose
Tent Pegs (spare)
Torch and Spare Battery
Towing Mirrors
Water Container
WD-40, CRC or INOX
Wheel Brace and Extension Handle
Wheel Chocks
Wheel Nut Adaptor to suit Wheel Brace

 

[Burnsy]

"Gloves for hitch up"....Didn't know men needed those! :lol:

 

[ElectricGuru]

Awesome list Ro, would agree with the buckets (with 4 kids, something always happensuke: lol)

Hey cancan, always plenty of home brew to go around at my place...:tea::welcome:

Another item is some velcro straps for keeping hoses together and leads tidy. They are good for keeping on the awning arms when driving just in case the catch gives way...

Oh and some sealent with a caulking gun cause you always find the leaks when you are away...

Hose clamps been mentioned? :noidea:

 

[cancan]

that is a good list...have to wait another week before we pick it up so will go shopping this weekend.
did you mention eerie electricguru....the wife is having a girls underwear party at home and for some reason i have to leave...my plane lands in Brisbane at 6

 

[ROnEM]

Burnsy,

Gloves are a "Luxury Item" - but you don't want to get your stubby holder holder damaged!

Hmmm - just realised the glaring omission from the list; wife, kids, fishing rods and tackle box.

 

[Burnsy]

Fair call Ro, maybe take a spare just incase or you might need those gloves to hold your beer....it sounds like your well prepared!

Cheers mate.