AussieNick's Expanda adventures
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Okay, okay can the beer and use bake bean cans, of course beer cans should never be abused like that................
So got the new panel on the ute today, battery and fridge are all back in their rightful places and running once more.
Got a few more bits and bobs for the trip.
Heard from the previous owner of the caravan, he's throwing in a Thetford 335 porta potti and the pop up ensuite (that I was going to do anyway) along with a bunch of other caravan stuff they had they don't need anymore.
I'd say i've won out on this haha
Got a few more bits and bobs for the trip.
Heard from the previous owner of the caravan, he's throwing in a Thetford 335 porta potti and the pop up ensuite (that I was going to do anyway) along with a bunch of other caravan stuff they had they don't need anymore.
I'd say i've won out on this haha
It wouldn't spill its just like a powder or flakes away trust me the military trains you in these things, but then again nah it would be growing........................... but then again your could need the fossil blokes to check out things............................................ finding the fridge still has last years fish catch in the freezer................. 
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..Sounds about right for Kings gear 
Hopefully your replacement is fine!
I was thinking about getting the Kings fridge based on this review (https://outdoorexplorer.com.au/kings-fridge-freezer-review/) but I reckon I'll steer clear after how many stories I've heard of people getting their Kings stuff replaced under warranty (or not!)
Hopefully your replacement is fine!
I was thinking about getting the Kings fridge based on this review (https://outdoorexplorer.com.au/kings-fridge-freezer-review/) but I reckon I'll steer clear after how many stories I've heard of people getting their Kings stuff replaced under warranty (or not!)
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So far the replacement has been working wonders.
Although if this one goes I'll be getting a fixed panel.
Although if this one goes I'll be getting a fixed panel.
Today's random mod to the D40.
EDS computer mounted to the dash.
Still learning how to get the screen to show the data I want and what one it'll default back to when I change a setting. But the Trip computer data is going to be good for towing the caravan.
Its an easy as unit to use, so aside from the dodgy hole in the Dashto run the data cable (expertly hidden behind the EDS) i'm happy with it
Also hoping I'll be able to chase down the random surging in 2nd and 3rd when accelerating. Had it in a mechanics (Good mate of mine) and we can't find it, can't replicate it, just does it at random and can go days between doing it...
EDS computer mounted to the dash.
Still learning how to get the screen to show the data I want and what one it'll default back to when I change a setting. But the Trip computer data is going to be good for towing the caravan.
Its an easy as unit to use, so aside from the dodgy hole in the Dashto run the data cable (expertly hidden behind the EDS) i'm happy with it
Also hoping I'll be able to chase down the random surging in 2nd and 3rd when accelerating. Had it in a mechanics (Good mate of mine) and we can't find it, can't replicate it, just does it at random and can go days between doing it...
Aside from the beers and food. The d40 is ready.
The road trip to collect the expanda is finally here.
Off at 0530 tomorrow morning. First stop for the night Barkly roadhouse
I always thought the beer went in first ??
Judging by the size of your fridge you'll be making a lot of stops to replenish
One out, one in was the idea haha.
Day 1 done and dusted. A new first for me, hanging a left here instead of blowing right past.
Stopped for the night at Barkly homestead. D40 hasn't fallen apart or tried to kill me yet, so I'll put this down as a good day.
Some random phone pics. I've got a ton more ill Put up after the trip from my dslr.
I think old mate got lost... Daly waters.
Stretching the legs at elliot
Haven't seen these prices in 8 years (Barkly homestead)
The scenic walk to my cabin for the night (figured I might as well be comfortable after 1100km and 2 hours of study before bed)
Longreach tomorrow.
Day 1 done and dusted. A new first for me, hanging a left here instead of blowing right past.
Stopped for the night at Barkly homestead. D40 hasn't fallen apart or tried to kill me yet, so I'll put this down as a good day.
Some random phone pics. I've got a ton more ill Put up after the trip from my dslr.
I think old mate got lost... Daly waters.
Stretching the legs at elliot
Haven't seen these prices in 8 years (Barkly homestead)
The scenic walk to my cabin for the night (figured I might as well be comfortable after 1100km and 2 hours of study before bed)
Longreach tomorrow.
yes Fuel is high there you need to pay for the diesel they use to run the power.
It was the highest in our trip in 2016 just checked 177.9 just checked
I got a nice egg and bacon sanga with chips there as well according to pictures
Safe trip to Longreach. sleep up
It was the highest in our trip in 2016 just checked 177.9 just checked
I got a nice egg and bacon sanga with chips there as well according to pictures
Safe trip to Longreach. sleep up
I remember about 2011 era it was 170 give or take for diesel in Darwin standard. I was budgeting on $2 a litre anyway.
It's a nice place. Quite impressed with the setup
It's a nice place. Quite impressed with the setup
I wasn’t. When we stopped there in 2006, their generator had problems overheating so the shed it was in had doors etc all open and the noise was horrendous. We thought it would shut down when the pub closed but no, it ran all night to keep their fridges running. No sleep, no apologies, no discounts. Have been past twice since but have not stopped.
I never had to pay for the fuel from my wallet so never took much notice, it was also last century so can't remember........ Have a smooth run...