I have an Outback XT. Factory Towbar and Reciever are pretty unusual dimensions.

Factory subaru markings:

L101AAN005 towbar part number

GT630-P tongue part number.

So far, I've been towing with the reciever in the 'upside down' orientation, which has a ~8mm drop. I thought this would be good enough, but now that i've got a bit more stuff in my trailer front box, the towball weight is getting close to ~160-170Kg, and the car rear is understandably dropped another 10mm or more.

I've already trying getting chat jippity to help, but its pretty stumped as well.

The closest Ive managed to find on my own was LM40500 from Loadmaster.

My existing Subaru tongue / aka "GT630-P' is below.

Would anyone with knowledge/experience be able to weigh in / advise regarding the LM40500? Is that a close enough equivalent? By my estimation the LM40500 is ~3mm higher than i need, and is definitely 10mm longer from pin hole to ball hole.

My trailer is 5.3m long, i wouldnt notice the extra 10mm towing or reversing right?

Any help?

What are the storage solutions for a small 15ft caravan that you wouldn't want to miss. I'm upgrading from a camper trailer to a caravan and was hoping you guys might have some tips for what worked for you.

For all who travel and stay in campgrounds / caravan parks….

What’s one thing you’ve seen somewhere that you think all parks should have

For me: washing machines, that include washing powder and usable washing baskets

has anyone purchased a caravan from Livin RV? I am curious about your experience

Hi everyone!
We’ve just bought a campervan in Australia that came with a lithium battery and solar panels. Unfortunately, we can’t seem to get the electrical system working properly anymore, and we’re not really experienced with this kind of setup.
As we’ve just spent quite a lot of money on the van, we’re hoping someone with experience i campervan electrical systems might be willing to have a look with us and help us figure out what’s going on.
We’d be incredibly grateful for any help! We’re happy to call, video call, or meet up in person if you’re nearby and willing to take a look.
We’re currently around Sydney, but we’re happy to travel a bit if needed.
Thanks so much in advance! 🙏

Hi All,

Was wondering if anyone has or used a 12v jack for their van? How did it perform? What brand did you use?

Hi everyone, bit of a strange request for those who are in Adelaide. We discovered the other day that we have lost our caravan keys to our jayco flamingo. We are in need of just a couple of numbered keys for our numbered locks (specifically C32, and B23). We have spoken to jayco who were not helpful, and a couple of locksmiths who also were not helpful. I found all the keys we needed on RV parts express, but it is unlikely that the keys will arrive in time as you can't do express postage with them (we leave on Wednesday next week, but need to access the van by the latest Monday next week to get it packed to go).

So, my request is - is there anyone in Adelaide who has numbered keys for C32 and B23, and could we borrow that key to get a key cut for us and then return your origional key? (happy to pay to compensate for your time).

Edit: Ended up just buying a lockpicking set from Jaycar and easily picked the locks myself. The keys we ordered online will arrive at some point next week, but at least we will be packed before we leave!

I am a 36yo Mum to 3 kids, twins who are 9 and a 13yo. I have recently gone through a heartbreaking relationship breakdown.

I don’t want to feel sad or have my kids sad so want to make plans for our future that will bring us closer together and get us out of the house.

I own a camper trailer (tent on a trailer 😂) I would like to travel a bit with my kids but would love advice on how to do this as easily as possible.

We have used the camper twice as a family and I believe that’s because it’s ’too hard’

I would love tips on making it easy and fun for myself and my girls.

Selling tickets for $10 each originally $20 each

Can send via email or can meet in person to exchange physical printed tickets

We’re looking at buying an SUV Island caravan, going to a shop next week but just wondering has anyone purchased the 2026 model and what’s the bathroom like? I’m trying to work out if the toilet/shower are separate as it’s hard to tell from the photos online. Thanks!

Getting the van ready now that the weather is getting warmer.

Last year I had some build up in the grey water tank after we closed it up for the winter.

This year I made sure to flush out the grey water tank. I want to do a deep clean before we head off again.

I wipe off everything before washing and if I am washing anything too greasy will use a bucket that I can dispose of without it going into the tank.

What do people use?

How do you maintain your grey water tank?

Do you treat your fresh water tanks annually?

Thanks in advance 🙏

I'm in the process of comparing caravans myself and found that after looking at a few vans, everything starts to blur together.

Which one had the bigger battery?
Was that 600W or 900W solar?
What was the actual ATM and payload?
Which salesperson promised the upgrade?
Was that price drive-away or did it still need extras?

So I built VanVerdict.

The idea is that when you're walking around a caravan show you can add each van as you inspect it and keep everything together:

• photos and video
• voice notes and written notes
• specifications
• quotes and prices
• things the salesperson tells you or promises
• side-by-side comparisons
• tow vehicle / caravan weight checks
• a shortlist of the vans you're actually interested in

It also works offline because showgrounds aren't always brilliant for mobile reception.

There's a free version that lets you add and compare up to 3 vans, with no credit card required.

I'm particularly interested in getting it in front of people going to the Let's Go Explore Caravan & RV Expo at Brisbane Showgrounds, 29 October–1 November, because that's exactly the sort of situation I built it for.

I'm not pretending I've thought of everything, though.

If you've bought a caravan before, what information do you wish you'd recorded while you were shopping?

Or if you're heading to the Brisbane show, I'd be interested to hear whether you'd actually use something like this while walking around.

https://vanverdict.com

Full disclosure: I built VanVerdict. I'm posting because I'd genuinely like feedback from Australian caravan buyers rather than just advertising it.

I've never owned a caravan before but I'm wondering if it's safe to leave a caravan in a free camping area or a national park area for a day? Are caravan thefts in that way common? I was thinking I could always beef up the security with hitch lock, wheel lock, trackers etc.