Luxury vs Touring Caravans: Is the Upgrade Worth It?
At some point in the buying process, many caravan shoppers ask the same question: “Is a luxury caravan actually worth the extra money?” In Western Australia — where trips are longer, conditions are harsher, and caravans are often used for extended travel — the difference between a touring caravan and a luxury caravan can be […]
What to Pack in a DIY Caravan Tool Kit
A good DIY caravan tool kit isn’t about carrying a workshop — it’s about having the right tools to fix common problems, make safe temporary repairs, and keep moving until proper repairs can be done. Most caravan breakdowns aren’t catastrophic. They’re loose screws, electrical gremlins, water leaks, or hardware failures that could be fixed in […]
Reinforcing Caravan Storage for Corrugated Roads
Corrugated roads don’t just shake caravans — they destroy weak storage setups. Drawers bounce open, cupboard contents smash, screws loosen, and poorly mounted components tear free. Most storage failures on corrugations aren’t design flaws. They’re mounting, restraint, and load-management failures. This guide explains how to reinforce caravan storage for corrugated roads, so your gear stays […]
Inspecting Drawbars, Couplings and Chassis Before Remote Travel
When you head into remote areas, the drawbar, coupling, and chassis are the last things you want to fail — and the hardest things to recover from if they do. Unlike appliance issues, structural failures don’t give much warning and usually happen under load, on corrugations, or far from help. This guide explains how to […]
Recommissioning a Caravan After 6+ Months of Storage
Taking a caravan out after six months or more of storage isn’t as simple as hitching up and heading off. Systems that sit unused can degrade quietly — and the first signs often show up on the road or at the campsite, not in the driveway. Recommissioning is about safely bringing the caravan back into […]
Off-Grid Caravan Readiness Checklist
Going off-grid in a caravan is rewarding — but it’s unforgiving if you’re unprepared. Once you leave powered sites, you become responsible for every system: power, water, waste, safety, and self-recovery. Most off-grid failures aren’t dramatic. They’re slow, annoying problems that cut trips short: flat batteries, water shortages, fridge failures, or gas issues. This checklist […]
Replacing Broken Caravan Door Catches and Locks
Broken door catches or locks on a caravan are more than just annoying — they can cause doors to swing open while towing, let dust and water inside, or compromise security when parked. The good news is that most caravan door catches and locks are simple, modular components and are well within DIY territory to […]
How to Store a Caravan Safely During Summer
Storing a caravan during summer isn’t just about parking it and locking the door. Heat, UV exposure, humidity, pests, and stagnant systems can quietly cause damage while the van sits unused — especially in hot Australian conditions. The good news is that most summer-related damage is preventable with a few smart storage steps. This guide […]
Preparing Your Caravan for Cyclone Season in WA
Cyclone season in Western Australia isn’t something you “ride out and see what happens”. High winds, driving rain, flying debris, and flooding can destroy caravans that aren’t properly prepared — even if they’re parked and unattended. The key difference between minor damage and a write-off usually comes down to preparation, not luck. This guide walks […]
How to Winterise Your Caravan Properly
Properly winterising your caravan isn’t about “parking it up and hoping for the best”. It’s about preventing damage while the van is not in use, especially from water, batteries, pests, mould, and stagnant systems. Most expensive off-season damage happens because basic winterisation steps were skipped — not because caravans are fragile. This guide walks you […]
