10 THINGS WE WISH WE KNEW BEFORE CARAVINING AUSTRALIA! | After 2 years on the road!

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

We love to see your top tips as well, drop a comment on the video or here sharing your best tip!

[@shauncooper9942]

Thanks for the inspiration and tips ! Enjoyed the show, Cheers. Hope you're enjoying it

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

So great to hear you enjoyed it 😃

[@cazinaus4917]

'Don't set up hungry'....brilliant, love it.

[@JenniFraser-h2z]

As a first time traveller, about to start. Thank you for your video, I took a few good tips and will work the rest out on the way. See ya on the road x

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Glad it was helpful! See you out there 😁👍 Safe travels!

[@leonsaquaponicsandhomegard6793]

Hey. Recently stumbled across you channel. Fantastic content. Well done.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Welcome aboard!😁👍

[@leonsaquaponicsandhomegard6793]

Spare parts and basic tools are a must as well.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Great tip

[@leoniebrandt6487]

Number 1 is the best advice for sure. Just go & enjoy yourselves.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😁👍

[@hapninemptynesters]

Our tip is watch You Tube videos like this one so you get a lot of Tips and ideas as well as see some places you might like to visit. Before we left, some might say we finished You Tube😂. Love your tips, all things we do so can vouch for them. Good Vid, and we will take your advice on how to make better YT as well. PS We love wiki camps but they need to change water icons to show ones good for caravans. Love the circle the town to get in line for that one RV stop. We have been to plenty of similar so called RV friendly towns, certainly when shopping

[@davideddy2321]

Great tips especially the camera 🎥 on the rear of the van 🚐

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Thanks 👍

[@stellaswancounselling]

We started off with a caravan and ended with a Campervan. I don’t think I realised how stressful driving with a big tow vehicle was until we got the van. So many fors and against you have to find your own way with it all. ❤ thanks for sharing

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

It can be super stressful, especially when the gps takes you through the mountains 😳

[@stellaswancounselling]

@@Livin_Like_Kings_ lol the gps took us up a ladies driveway when we were in WA she was not impressed we were towing our 23ft caravan and had to reverse out. 😮😮‍💨🥲

[@davidnicolemcleod5664]

Love your wisdom, thanks for the tips. Happy travels. Nicole & David :D

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Thanks David & Nicole, I’m so happy you found it useful

[@sleepingaroundfromtowntoto4312]

You guys made it in a episode of Sarah and Keelan travels on KZbin you may not want to watch it might bring back some bad memories lol love your set up

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

🤣🤣 yeah we know! Well our truck is anyway.

[@rockotravelsoz3770]

Excelllent video. Having no set plan is the best. Some excellent tips here

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Cheers!😁👍

[@shanespicer6348]

Thanks again for another great video. I agree with all you ten points but #1 is the best advice you can give people. Get out there and see this great country of ours. Sitting around a camp fire and sleeping in a swag is better than sitting at home watching TV.

[@MichelleGraham-y3q]

Thanks guys such a help! Hopefully see you on the road😀🐾

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

I hope so too!😁👍 cheers 🍻

[@PHancock11]

Thanks for sharing, Spot on with those tips; We do 3 - 6 month trips away and plug into a park maybe twice. The last trip was 3 months around victoria coast, initially the plan was a lot more complex but the weather and mozzies changed all that, so my 4 weeks of planning was out the window and we just planned about 2 or 3 days ahead according to the weather; cooler head inland, hot, head for the coast. Sometimes we would only move a short distance between camps, the shortest was 18 km. Use one tank of diesel in 4 weeks just drifting around, what a great time. You're right about water in parts of SA the part to carry more of be careful is the eyre peninsula, the farmers have been taking more than their share and the water table has dropped, they've piped the water over from Adelaide but it doesnt go far past Pt Lincoln and coffin bay. We don't have a camera, might look into that but, we haven't really needed one my wife guides me into the level part no hassels no arguments ; even reverse parking into a curbside park in the main street, she did a good job ( even got a head nod and a thumbs up from a local). Stay safe, enjoy our travels

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

We love our reversing camera definitely recommend, so handy when driving to see what come up behind you.

[@debracameron9012]

Many thanks for your tips, recommendations and down to earth approach to everything. So many people are so judgemental of setups and what you are saying is so important. Just get out there and do it. Mant thanks again. Enjoy your travels Deb

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Wow thanks😊🙏

[@Russells-travelling-Aus]

We have a 2019 F350 and tow a Legend Groundbreaker caravan. Have found your information very interesting and enjoyable. We previously had a 2006 F250 and had similar troubles with the 4WD. We got bogged in a river bed and had no way out, because the 4WD didn’t work. Very scary. Had to get a friend to drive from Karratha to Panniwonica to pull us out in their Nissan Patrol. Hope all goes great from now on..

[@j.t.s8618]

Great tips to keep stress down thxx. Safe happy travels 🌸🌷🌷

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Thanks for watching!😁👍

[@colindickeson5740]

Rear vision camera on caravan is no 1 plus I have the normal reversing on truck and I als fitted a camera on rear roof rack for seeing whom is behind you when I not towing

[@Kicknback-BeaLaurie]

Love watching you guys! We also started our travelling lifestyle when we were younger with swags, tents (even soggy ones without waterproofing on those miserable rainy nights...you know the cheap ones 😢),campers (soft & hard floor) etc & now to our 1st van 6yrs ago which we love. Definitely don't need 500k to start travelling this truly amazing backyard we live in. Totally agree with all your comments as well. Good music (with bad singing)🤣, podcasts & light banter along the way we find helps. Oh & our 2 Staffy's causing mayhem in back of Patrol makes for interesting times, which we're sure you can relate. Laughter is always a good remedy to make long travel days more enjoyable coz life's too damn short! Safe travels & who knows, may see you some day on those dirt tracks that we love so much. Cheers from WA!

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Thanks mate! You sound like our type of folk! Dog people! And sounds like you’ve got some stories to tell. Yes definitely hope to see you out there sometime 😁👍

[@steeevo0136]

The accessory I really want is a digital notice banner that buses have. I want to install one on the rear of the van that I can switch on that says "DISCHARGING TOILET WASTE IN 10 . . . 9 . . . 8 . . . . 7 . . . . ." Great cure for tailgaters 😂

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😂😂🤢

[@markdavies1021]

Great advice guys. The wife and I will be doing it next year. Cheers.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😁👍 enjoy and travels

[@Wilbargosh]

I think the number 1 is taking regular breaks to stretch, drink and eat outside of the car. Travel is more enjoyable if you stop every couple of hours. Its also a good time to check the car, wash windscreen, crank up the travel buddy for a roast or meat pie!

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Awesome tip’s thanks

[@larriveec10]

So where is that sloping lake behind you? Gotta see that! LOL

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😂😂 it’s a mysterious place that only exists in our camera 😂

[@donnamerigan469]

Lol! Number 5 is our number 1 rule of travelling! Yes snacks, water 😅

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😂😂 always need to carry snacks

[@briananddianehardy8598]

We love your videos as there’s no BS. I think that most people new to caravanning and camping think you need everything before you head off, you don’t its better to buy as you need a item along the way. 🤔

[@jameskaufmann2715]

Hi guys as a manufacturer we focus on weights first, the next biggest question is “Off Grid” our advice is spend wisely it will save you heaps in the long run

[@yusufsayed1583]

Hi legends 👋 King 🤴 and Queen 👸 (lol 😅 ) awesome tips and appreciate the content and sharing 😀 Thanks again , and catch you on the next one 😀 Greetings from south africa 🇿🇦

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Cheers Yusuf 😃👍

[@ladysusanjane2682]

I guess KZbin makes everything look easy but when we bought our caravan I realised I had a MASSIVE learning curve 😮 I’m still learning and soaking up everything I can. For me, learning about powering the van and weights! OMG…..weights🤦🏼‍♀️

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

It is a big learning curve and so stressful at times

[@sarahexplorer9318]

Thanks for this!! Very useful indeed

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😁👍

[@1tr1ck]

Its simple. If 2 ppl Campervan instead of caravan Yak on the roof in place of a tinny Shovel instead of a toilet casette 2 spare tires Max trax Cell fi go mobile phone range extender instead of star link. Spare engine belts and idelers Spare boost hoses A proper trolly jack All cooking can be done on a jetboil sumo. They also have the jetboil frypan No set up or pack in a van Very easy to move a van if weather or wind is no good A good tool kit A 60 amp dcdc charger so if theirs no sun u can charge up all batts with ease. Its not difficult

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Agree, you don’t need all the bells and whistles to travel!

[@kathleenwhite6603]

Hopefully you can get the fridge fixed. Upside is you can still laugh about it. Enjoy your bath

[@raymondpaulet1683]

Hi Bianca & Grant - tops on the 10 points - clear and honest notes for those considering the long trip In previous communications with you the Wikicamps & free camps we are most interested in - water issue can be a bit annoying from Wikicamps though 😮- the tap key will be a get from Bunnings 👍 for our travels All the best again - stay safe Raymond

[@bradkark]

Great advice! Number 1 is always my advice too. Buy a tank of fuel before lots of accessories, get out and give it a go. The kind of travel you enjoy might be different to what you daydreamed about at work - it was for me anyway. :-) Don’t be afraid to rent before you buy either, there are lots of websites with private vehicles for rent so you can try for a few weeks for less than the buy and sell cost of the wrong setup.

[@mickburns5546]

Those tap keys are the best thing. Been carrying a couple of them with us for years. Two because every now and then you leave the bloody thing on the tap 😂😂

[@stephenburford54]

Great stuff, thanks

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😁👍

[@rosemaryshepherdsmith5110]

Ive both cameras, great help

[@donbrown8686]

Hey Grant. Are you still doing a review of your canopy. Really love to see that.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Yes mate we definitely will!😂👍 Haven’t had a chance yet…. But soon

[@davidmilledge221]

Great ideas guys 👍

[@warwickpeople5140]

Great tips guys. With No 10, the reversing camera, we’d always recommend one with a microphone, makes parking in tight spots so much simpler as the spotter doesn’t have to shout or wave arms around frantically 🤣. Still think the recommendation to get a Kelly Kettle should be on your list 😁. Safe travels.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Yeah a mic on the back of the van camera is awesome. Oh the Kelly kettle is pretty cool

[@SollysOnTheRoad]

haha good vid guys love the bathtub - sand anchor banter. we've all been there at some point just don't all video or admit it . good stuff🤭🤭😜

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😂👍 cheers!

[@rodneyjones6584]

Have taken on board the small amount of dirty fuel as running a ford ranger no second fuel filter or catch can yet and still deciding if the house ever gets sold will be on the road.Just picked up new van last week yet there is a lot of warranty issues to fix first.Hope to see you on the road some day.Did you meat Sara and Keelan when bogged on the beach.Tight lines in the boat 🦐🐟🦈🎣👍

[@kylebutler7142]

Add an external auto transmission oil cooler to Ranger mate. Any tow vehicle actually.

[@rodjenny]

@@kylebutler7142 thanks mate

[@TheTripleDubya]

Have to agree, dual rear camera is king, we’ve had none and then one and now with two it’s much better. We use Camps Australia and it never lets us down for water etc, as you say WikiCamps can be a bit unreliable as we have found. Long range tanks help. Second cassette is good but we now have a composting toilet and that’s pretty handy. We try and free camp or cheap camp, it really helps and yes if you have a continuous income, don’t burn it all on fuel and end up having month at the end of the money. Agreed, plans are a bit meh but research helps you make better decisions on the fly. Number 5 is sooooooooo pertinent. Number 4, that’s why we men get married, Washing Ironing Feeding Excetera. 😉 The weight thing is so so important, we’re upping the ATM and going for a truck. You just can’t do it legally and easily even with an LC200 unless you’re prepared to spend mega bucks to make the Cruiser almost adequate and still travel light and a little bit rougher (resale on tricked up Cruisers can be a bit iffy but just like the Cruisers, big trucks hold value better the less they are modded). Shakedowns are crucial, our last van taught us that. Warning, this life is addictive.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Thanks mate!😁👍 Glad you enjoyed it!

[@howardwilliams7399]

Great vid and advice, hope all the mechanical issues have been resolved. 🤔🤔🍻

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Thanks, yep everything looks like it’s fixed

[@jo8724]

Great tips, many thanks, do your drink holders come with your camp chairs or are they add ons?

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

They came with the chair, it’s from BCF wanderer brand

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

They came with the chairs😁👍

[@naturesoundsaustralia]

Here is a tricky question…. To register vehicles and vans you need a permanent address, how do you guys get around that living in the van full time?

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Good question! Answer, we use our parents as our base for mail and so on. When we aren’t travelling, we also live there. When we get letters, they send them on to us wherever we are!

[@kevinryan7649]

love your channel

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

😃thank you, so glad you’re enjoying the videos

[@kevinryan7649]

@@Livin_Like_Kings_ its just so refreshing to see what real people go through on their laps as I prepare for mine

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

@@kevinryan7649 oh brilliant! If you spot us on your travels, don’t be shy!😁👍

[@patcollins3093]

Bianca may I ask your brand and style of hat please? I love it. Love your vids guys.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Hi Pat, it’s an Akubra Avalon in the colour Ochre.

[@Accolades70]

Good Stuff.. Gotta take that BIG First Step. Do ya think what ya gonna do to Retire with/on?

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

We still have a long time before that happens. We have super and savings and can always sell the Ftruck to settle down again if we wanted. And can pull up and work from the van to save a lot of money as well, living expenses are cheaper in the van then renting etc.

[@Accolades70]

@@Livin_Like_Kings_ we still have morgage and few bills. We need to hit the road soon...

[@BozSpooner]

Yep im new here love this channel lol love the hats things go wrong thats life :) U are living like kings besides the issues where's the pups??? :)

[@BozSpooner]

Oh and a tip Grant needs a shave lol :P

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

No I don’t! 🤣👍

[@davidmilledge221]

When you say that big duel cab ute is a truck do you need a truck license to drive it then dos it have to be registered and insured as a truck 🤔

[@arm_luvr1002]

LR light rigid goes to 8000kg gvm

[@Wilbargosh]

If the GVM exceeds 4500kg you need a truck license. If you’re driving a vehicle over 4.5t I would recommend you get an insurance broker to find insurance as their underwriting appetite and price changes.

[@louisebennett666]

Hi Guys, what hats are you wearing. ?

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Bianca’s hat is Akubra Avalon in Oakra Grants is Akubra Riverina in Bone

[@Shayno92]

Just get out there with what you've got kind of goes against the point about weights and correct setups because oldmate in his hyundai excel or Subaru forester loaded to the roof with gear scraping down the road is just as dangerous as oldmate with his 200 series that doesn't have a gvm upgrade

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

I think you get the point we’re trying to make here

[@edwardstephens7643]

Good info but come on guys truck we live in aus

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Well…. Yeah! It’s over 5t… it’s licensed as a truck by law, it has exhaust brakes…. Therefore a truck! Towing laws are strict and getting more so. A truck will put you in good stead with weights.

[@kylebutler7142]

You'd seriously call that beast a car? Come on Edward.

[@rhysjones8140]

Tap handles are removed because people steel water. Buying a tap key only makes this problem worse with businesses removing access. Ask permission. Pay for your water dont be that person that steels it. Most information centres will give you the tap handle for a $2 donation.

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Where not talking about stealing water from remote town and not paying for it, we could have been clearer in the video sorry. If the town only has a paid meter for water we pay for it. We’re talking about the places that you can fill up at but may require a tap key. We’ve also experienced dump points that need a tap key to be able to flush. As town youths have vandalised or just turned the taps on for fun.

[@susanberry3760]

I agree with you Rhys at not stage should anyone use these tap handles. It came across that you use these key handles to access water when you want, you might need to clarify that.

[@treeman3663]

You poor buggers don't let this put you off beach travel😮

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Thanks mate! We’re actually experienced sand/off-road drivers but have had a little bad luck mechanically, The truck is fixed, and we’re actually back at Teewah, and the big girl smashed it!💪👌

[@colinl9018]

Don't forget the biodegradable toilet paper..

[@Livin_Like_Kings_]

Great tip 👍