Hello,
After studying the market quite extensively, the wife and I and 3 kids settled on the Jayco Starcraft 17.58-3 Outback pop-top.
Believe we got a good deal on a 2016 model with extras such as;
- Upgraded fridge to 164L
- Roof A/C
- Wind up antenna (no TV or TV bracket unfortunately)
- Fusion Stereo
- Picnic table
- ALKO ESC
- External shower
- Coast to Coast control panel (was hoping for the drifter)
Believe it will serve us well and looking forward to lots of enjoyable family holidays and memories.
I would like some advice with the following questions;
- My Mitsubishi Pajero has a 7 pin plug, not the 12 pin Jayco plug. What are my options to make it work. Should I get Jayco's auto elec to install 12 pin plug? They said they will not use Anderson plug which I already have installed at tow bar. Would an adapter work otherwise
- I'm after some recommendations for a coupling lock and or wheel lock. I have to park it on the street.
- I got a quote from NRMA for insurance. Will check CIL too. Any particular companies stand out? According to CIL website, there is an extra 10% off premium if have ALKO ESC installed
- Regarding bed sheets and dooners, will double bed and single bed sizes fit the relevant beds properly?
- Has anyone sourced their own foam/mattress to make the table a bed? Jayco want >$500 for the bed kit (piece of foam). If so where did you get it from
- Any recommendations for decent towing mirrors?
- I see Aldi has their annual Caravan sale coming up. What do I need to buy such as fresh water hose, waste water hose, 15 amp power lead, step, 17' caravan cover etc etc?
I want to get things sorted out so we can use it the weekend we receive delivery. Anything else I need to get and sort out?
Thanks in advance!
After studying the market quite extensively, the wife and I and 3 kids settled on the Jayco Starcraft 17.58-3 Outback pop-top.
Believe we got a good deal on a 2016 model with extras such as;
- Upgraded fridge to 164L
- Roof A/C
- Wind up antenna (no TV or TV bracket unfortunately)
- Fusion Stereo
- Picnic table
- ALKO ESC
- External shower
- Coast to Coast control panel (was hoping for the drifter)
Believe it will serve us well and looking forward to lots of enjoyable family holidays and memories.
I would like some advice with the following questions;
- My Mitsubishi Pajero has a 7 pin plug, not the 12 pin Jayco plug. What are my options to make it work. Should I get Jayco's auto elec to install 12 pin plug? They said they will not use Anderson plug which I already have installed at tow bar. Would an adapter work otherwise
- I'm after some recommendations for a coupling lock and or wheel lock. I have to park it on the street.
- I got a quote from NRMA for insurance. Will check CIL too. Any particular companies stand out? According to CIL website, there is an extra 10% off premium if have ALKO ESC installed
- Regarding bed sheets and dooners, will double bed and single bed sizes fit the relevant beds properly?
- Has anyone sourced their own foam/mattress to make the table a bed? Jayco want >$500 for the bed kit (piece of foam). If so where did you get it from
- Any recommendations for decent towing mirrors?
- I see Aldi has their annual Caravan sale coming up. What do I need to buy such as fresh water hose, waste water hose, 15 amp power lead, step, 17' caravan cover etc etc?
I want to get things sorted out so we can use it the weekend we receive delivery. Anything else I need to get and sort out?
Thanks in advance!