Check out Achtung Camper’s helpful and in depth (but not TOO technical!) campervan and camping blogs below and get in depth answers to all your campervan related questions such as: how does the leisure battery work in my campervan? Do I need solar power or an awning? Where can I find campervans for sale in my state? Is a campervan really right not me? We’ll also include some of our favourite secret camping spot gems around Australia so keep checking back to make sure you don’t miss out!
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All about awnings
/1 Comment/in Blog /by Tania DifferdingAwnings – do you need one, when do we use our awning and what options are there? Let’s first discuss the wind out awnings permanently attached to your van such as the Fiamma or Dometic awnings we fit to our campervans. These are handy to have however their use is more limited than most people […]
CAMPERVANS FOR SALE IN NSW
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Tania DifferdingLooking for a campervan for sale in NSW? The two main players in Sydney: Frontline and Trakka both sell VW campervans. Your other option if you don’t plan on travelling out of the state is to visit caravancampingsales.com.au and browse through any local options for new or used campervans for sale. Although it’s ok to […]
The New VW T6 Campervan (and how it differs to the T5)
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Tania DifferdingThinking of getting a new VW T6 Campervan (or buying a VW T6 for a campervan conversion) but want to know the differences between the VW T6 and older model the VW T5? We’ve gone direct to the source and interviewed our local VW salesman to find out, in simple, non-technical language. – Cosmetically the […]
HELP! I’M CAMPING AND THE WEATHER IS BAD FOR THE FORESEEABLE FUTURE
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Tania DifferdingWe’ve been stuck more than a few times with only a week or two of cherished holiday time, a campervan and BAD WEATHER. So what to do when your stuck camping and the weather is bad? Will you stay or will you go? As weather predictions are often wrong and I’m sure you chose your […]
How to buy a campervan in Australia
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Tania DifferdingBy the time people come to us for a conversion they’ve pretty much worked out how to buy a campervan in Australia but there are other options available that many might not be aware of. The question of budget really determines what options are available to you when looking to buy a campervan in Australia, […]
Campervan accessories – websites and shops to check out when shopping for your campervan
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Tania DifferdingYou’ve got your campervan but now you need the accessories! Where to start? We’ve put together a list of the best value shops and websites to check out before you start your journey. Justkampers.com.au This is a UK based VW campervan accessory online shop that has EVERYTHING you need and more. Now with an Australian […]
Our number 1 Australian camping spot is…
/1 Comment/in Blog /by Tania DifferdingIt’s the blog you’ve all been waiting for – our number 1 favourite camping spot of all time! And the winner is…..Green Patch in Jervis Bay, NSW. This oasis is 2 hours south of Sydney, has amazing mountain bike and hiking tracks and the most beautiful beach we’ve ever seen. Picture white sand, green blue […]
Methylated Spirits camping cooker – product review
/5 Comments/in Blog /by Tania DifferdingIt seems that all the campervans for sale these days come with the same camping cooker – the Origo 3000 2 burner alcohol stove (available in Australia from Dometic). For those who have only ever cooked with gas we’ve got the lowdown on cooking with metho and why it seems to be the way of […]
How does the leisure battery work in my campervan?
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Tania DifferdingWith an Achtung Camper campervan and most other campervans you will be fitted with a second leisure battery to run your campervan electrics from. This works automatically and ensures that your main car battery will never run flat. The leisure battery automatically charges whenever the car is running and usually only needs about half an […]
Camping essentials – the products you need for your trip
/2 Comments/in Blog /by Tania DifferdingSo you’ve looked at caravans and campervans for sale, you’ve bought your mode of transport and mapped out your route. What next? No matter where you are going or what your camping style, don’t leave home without these products! o 2 x camping chairs (preferably the ones that fold together to store in a thin […]