Thursday 29th November 2007, Melbourne.
We are now back on the mainland, based in Melbourne at Craigieburn, and could be here for about three months. We are hoping that was the last compulsory trip to Tassie, except for renewal of drivers license. When this is due to be done it will be time we may be […]
Monday 26th November 2007, Launceston.
We are now back in Launceston for one night only before we head back to Melbourne tomorrow.
The test runs with the new truck pulling the caravan were extremely successful with it having all the power I had expected, and gave me roughly the economy I was hoping for at 12.5 Litres […]
Sunday 25th November 2007, Deloraine.
We originally came to Deloraine for a couple of days relaxation before returning to Melbourne, and we have so far accomplished that rather well, but being here as tourists has only emphasised one point. I have said before and will say again that we are really looking forward to returning to […]
Friday 23rd November 2007, Deloraine.
I can see now why Linda wanted to come to Deloraine for a few days, see map of travels. The caravan park is right on the edge of the river and will be an ideal place to sit and relax for a few days. Below are a couple of shots of […]
Wednesday 21st November 2007, Kelso.
This map will show the route we have taken today to get to Kelso, almost across to George Town, my GPS map calls it George, then south to cross the Batman bridge and north again to Kelso.
I am once again impressed with the performance of ‘Tilly’ the truck. Even though we […]
Tuesday 20th November 2007, Bridport.
The tests on Sunday were worth while as I now know how the caravan is riding on ‘Tilly’. It is probably a little high at the front as a result of me guessing that the tow ball had to be raised a little, but I am happy with it at this […]
Wednesday 14th November 2007, Launceston.
I am now starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel: I had a trip to Melbourne on the weekend to take what gear we intend to keep to Narrelle’s for storage, and it turned out a bit of a test for the new truck as the weight […]
Wednesday 7th November 2007, Launceston.
Things are now starting to come together nicely with ‘Tilly’ truck. The new canopy has been fitted, the roof racks are also on, CB radio is fitted, 12 Volt wiring has been done, and a reversing camera has been installed as well. The picture below shows nearly all.
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Sunday 4th November 2007, Launceston.
I have been getting a little more ready for when the canopy is fitted on Tuesday. The box work for the tray area has been painted to look a bit more the part, I have made a carpet to go on the floor, and I have had a small practice packing […]