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It's all over and a new beginning starts Big Changes!
It's been a long time since we posted a video and a lot has changed, in this video we give you an update on our big life changes.
See what we've been up to here,
www.youtube.com/@luchamalife
Thanks to Snowy River Caravans
snowyrivercaravans.com.au
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Here is the kit we use to film including affiliate links
DJI Osmo Pocket 3
We now use this as our main camera and it is fantastic, we went for the bundle as it includes the extra battery and stand
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GoPro Hero 11
The Hero 11 is a great bit of kit, especially since the stabilisation is insane.
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GoPro Volta
Not only is the Volta an excellent grip it has a built-in battery so it is great for extending filming time.
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GoPro Accessory Pack
This kit includes loads of different connectors and mounts for all occasions.
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iPhone 12 Mini
All the greatness of an iPhone but in a smaller form factor.
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DJI MIC
Improves sound quality significantly, especially if you are moving around away from the camera, we use this with both the iPhone and GoPro
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Victiv Tripod
Essential when you need those super steady shots
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#anewbeginning #biglifechange #movingtoaustralia
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Відео

We try out a Canopy but did we get the right one?
Переглядів 20 тис.Рік тому
This time we are visiting a site we haven't been to before, Salisbury Hillside Caravan & Motorhome club site, the clue is in the title, it's on a hill and you will need levels! The levels we use are Milenco MGI wedge level set, you will need 2 for a twin axle caravan. bigwhitebox.co.uk/product/single-milenco-mgi-wedge-level-set/ The canopy we decided to go for is the Dometic Sunshine Air Pro 40...
Why We Are Getting Rid of Our Cadac BBQ
Переглядів 27 тис.Рік тому
Another trip to the New Forest and in this video we explain why we are getting rid of our Cadac Carri Chef 2, but what will we replace it with? The new BBQ is a Cadac Dometic 2 Cook 3 Pro Deluxe QR! and here is a link to it. amzn.to/4fg85Kp We already had the little table to put it on, if you do get one of these BBQ's and need a little table that folds this is what we use. bigwhitebox.co.uk/pro...
How we set up our caravan on site
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Longleat Caravan and motorhome club site is one of our favourites, however, the country lane entrance always generates a little extra excitement/stress! In this video we show you how we set up our Swift touring caravan on site for a weekend stay, will there be arguments or will it go to plan? Our awning is a Dometic Leggera 260S, here is a link to it. bigwhitebox.co.uk/product/kampa-leggera-air...
Grass Caravan Pitch in Wet March Did We Make a Mistake?
Переглядів 10 тис.Рік тому
Normally we would have been out in the caravan before March but this year this will be our first outing, however, we have done a few things differently, firstly we used Pitch Up for the first time to make the booking and secondly we are on a grass pitch...following one of the wettest starts to the year in the south! The site we visit is The Old Dairy Farm, here is a link to their site which wil...
Caravan Water System Cleaning Using Puriclean
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Cleaning your caravan's fresh water system is recommended at least once a season, however depending on how often you use the caravan more regular cleaning might be better. In this video, I attempt to go through the various products on the market to get a better understanding of which are better suited for use with caravans and show you how to use puriclean in a caravan Here are the links to the...
How To Drain Down a Caravan Using a Homemade Kit
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Caravan Winter Preparation Draining down your touring caravan when leaving the campsite is good practice, however knowing how to drain down before the winter is essential, leaving water in the system with the taps and drain valve closed could be catastrophic, however, the question is how far do I need to go? In this video I make my own drain down kit to try and remove all residual water from th...
New Forest Caravan Club Site - What You Need to Know
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Here is a brief tour of the New Forest Caravan & Motorhome Centenary Club Site and a few of our favourite places to visit when in the New Forest. Beaulieu Motor Musem www.beaulieu.co.uk/ Corfe Castle www.nationaltrust.org.uk/corfe-castle Free entrance and parking for National Trust Members Friars Cliff Beach www.visit-dorset.com/listing/friars-cliff-beach/115884301/ Nice beech near Christchurch...
We Made a Mistake at the NEC Motorhome & Caravan Show 2022
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Visiting the NEC Motorhome & Caravan Show 2022 with a clear plan of what we wanted to achieve, however, inexperience in producing video content very quickly showed its hand and resulted in a change of plan. On a positive note, we learnt from the mistake and the trip wasn't a complete disaster, the plan for the next show will be very different. Appearing in this video are, Andrew Ditton @andrewj...
How To Fit a Thule Bike Rack to a Caravan, Straightforward Right?
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Fitting a Thule bike rack to the back of my caravan, the brackets are already pre-fitted by Swift Caravan, so this should be straightforward, right? It seems that Thule may have over simplified the instructions and quite a lot of head-scratching was required. This Thule bike rack is designed to be fitted to a touring caravan or motorhome, if you have a Swift model from 2016 it will have the bar...
Top 5 Caravan Motor Mover Mistakes
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In this video, I go through my top 5 caravan motor mover mistakes, made by the most experienced caravanners and beginners alike, some very common and others maybe a little random but still very possible. Don't be shy, let me know in the comments how many you have done. I also briefly talk about 'that guy' this was me, once a caravan mover sceptic, full of the belief I was the best at reversing ...
Caravanning Off Grid at Rutland Water
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Join us on our first attempt at caravanning off grid, this is totally new to us and will be a learning experience, will it go to plan and will we have enough power, let's see how we get on. Just a bit of background, our caravan came supplied with a 150W solar panel, we have fitted a 100ah AGM battery and have two gas bottles, one is nearly empty at the start of this trip. The only extra thing w...
Caravan Security - Is It Secure Enough?
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Securing your caravan should be the first step when taking delivery of your new or old pride and joy. If your caravan came with some security devices it is still worth doing your own risk assessment to check it will be as safe as required either in storage, onsite or at home and meet the needs of your insurance company. We have decided to fit the following security items to our caravan. Alko pr...
Collecting Our New Caravan - Did It Go To Plan?
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Collecting Our New Caravan - Did It Go To Plan?
Tow Ball Preparation Don't Make The Mistake I Did
Переглядів 37 тис.2 роки тому
Tow Ball Preparation Don't Make The Mistake I Did
Milenco Grand Aero Platinum Towing Mirrors Should I Upgrade?
Переглядів 18 тис.2 роки тому
Milenco Grand Aero Platinum Towing Mirrors Should I Upgrade?
We bought an 8ft wide caravan but will it be delivered on time?
Переглядів 10 тис.2 роки тому
We bought an 8ft wide caravan but will it be delivered on time?
Buying an 8ft wide caravan would you pick Bailey Coachman Swift?
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Buying an 8ft wide caravan would you pick Bailey Coachman Swift?
Caravan Waste Pipe, Who Knew There Was So Many Sizes 23.5mm 28.5mm
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Caravan Waste Pipe, Who Knew There Was So Many Sizes 23.5mm 28.5mm
Land Rover Discovery 5 Software Bug Or New Feature? 360 Surround Camera Pivi Pro OS 3.0.0
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Land Rover Discovery 5 Software Bug Or New Feature? 360 Surround Camera Pivi Pro OS 3.0.0
Land Rover Discovery 5 Alexa and Wireless Apple CarPlay Setup Pivi Pro OS 3.0.0
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Land Rover Discovery 5 Alexa and Wireless Apple CarPlay Setup Pivi Pro OS 3.0.0
When is a Caravan Aquaroll not an Aquaroll, are they not all the same?
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When is a Caravan Aquaroll not an Aquaroll, are they not all the same?
My caravan mains water adapter valve didn't come with instructions
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My caravan mains water adapter valve didn't come with instructions

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  • @connahjones8178
    @connahjones8178 2 дні тому

    I’m sorry but whats the point of the quick release if you need a wrench to put it back on? 😂 We have a nexgrill 2 burner bbq which is great, yes a bit big but it does fit under the bed nicely and we wanted a bbq not grill

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox День тому

      The issue is the bag doesn't allow for it, if they made the bag a little bigger you could just leave it bolted on and make use of the quick release

  • @connahjones8178
    @connahjones8178 2 дні тому

    Hi, We have an outdoor revolution sportlite 400 (love it!) did have an O.R oxygen speed 1 (pain in the bum to set up) and the sportlite pops into place, it is heavy though. Would you suggest this sun canopy for just sunny days (we dont put up the awning for short holidays)

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox День тому

      I think canopies are being more popular all year round

  • @joomalley6564
    @joomalley6564 8 днів тому

    We just have a canopy. Having had a tent and trailer tent for many years, we decided we didn’t want to build anything like a tent now we have the caravan. NO more zips!!

  • @davidlawton7845
    @davidlawton7845 9 днів тому

    Use the motor Mover...

  • @chrisderrick6211
    @chrisderrick6211 15 днів тому

    You should peg only the rear awning pegs before inflating, otherwise it may not be square.

  • @jamesbrown4726
    @jamesbrown4726 19 днів тому

    Very exciting! Wishing you both well and hope you have a great time. Not jealous in the slghtest 😂

  • @TouringWithRiva
    @TouringWithRiva 24 дні тому

    Can't fault your choice guys, going to miss your caravan videos, did you let everything go with the caravan?. Get ready for the expense of Australia, my friend moved back to the uk it cost so much out there. Wish you all the best ❤ from our caravan to yours good luck 🍀

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox 19 днів тому

      Thank you, yeah nothing is cheap here, apart from fuel!

  • @portvalemjb
    @portvalemjb 28 днів тому

    😴

  • @paulhunt1836
    @paulhunt1836 Місяць тому

    Good luck in your new venture best wishes

  • @christinespiers3947
    @christinespiers3947 Місяць тому

    Best wishes🎉🎉 what was your new channel called?

  • @rchwha
    @rchwha Місяць тому

    Thanks for your great videos. I would like to consider moving to Australia but wondering about visas for British citizens?

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox Місяць тому

      Thanks, it depends on your age and if you have a skill on the Australian shortage list, the best place to start is to speak to a registered migration agent, they will normally offer a free consultation and can advise if it’s possible.

  • @deanhempshall1335
    @deanhempshall1335 Місяць тому

    Best of luck for your move! Look forward to your future content.

  • @jeremysymes
    @jeremysymes Місяць тому

    Good luck 😊

  • @heyholetstow
    @heyholetstow Місяць тому

    Sorry to see the end of your Uk caravan content. All the best for the future

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox Місяць тому

      Thanks guys and good luck with your channel

    • @heyholetstow
      @heyholetstow Місяць тому

      @ thanks. Good luck down under!

  • @simonmiddleton4977
    @simonmiddleton4977 Місяць тому

    All the best on your next adventure 😃👍

  • @karenbuckley3459
    @karenbuckley3459 Місяць тому

    Best of luck in your new venture

  • @kevgall12
    @kevgall12 Місяць тому

    Infinity window.

  • @CaravanVlogger
    @CaravanVlogger Місяць тому

    Very exciting! I like the rugged look of their caravans. BTW, glad you're not getting a Motorhome :-) (yet....) Good luck.

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox Місяць тому

      Thanks Graham, looking forward to the bungalow renovation videos!

  • @barryjeffries2067
    @barryjeffries2067 Місяць тому

    Great adventures await. What an awesome decision to make. Good luck with your new life in Australia.

  • @sheridansumner8452
    @sheridansumner8452 Місяць тому

    How do the caravan electrics connect with the detachable towbar. There is no connector??

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox Місяць тому

      The electrical connector is separate to the ball, the electrical socket is on a hinge and pushes up out of the way when not in use

  • @hairywol
    @hairywol Місяць тому

    In cold weather, an awning. In warm weather, an awning with the panels zipped out. Don't see the point of a separate canopy.

  • @NielsSorensen-sh8tm
    @NielsSorensen-sh8tm Місяць тому

    You guys need to come to Australia lifestyle less complicated 😂

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox Місяць тому

      Sounds like a great plan!

  • @hairywol
    @hairywol Місяць тому

    Grey waste pipes - I just flush them out with a hose or an external tap at the grey waster point before I leave. I wouldn't think there'd be a difference between onboard grey tank and a wastemaster. I put some stuff in the wastemaster and let it slosh on the drive to the site. I use the Fenwicks for grey pipes and aquaroll, but also for getting black bits out of the cistern. Excellent stuff.

  • @trevthechef
    @trevthechef Місяць тому

    I only open all taps on drive home done it for 25 years without a problem

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox Місяць тому

      This was my method for many years!

  • @trevthechef
    @trevthechef Місяць тому

    I use warm water when mixing the pure clean

  • @bernardrevill9547
    @bernardrevill9547 2 місяці тому

    We can all be guilty of overthinking some things & this is 1 of them.

  • @simonprince987
    @simonprince987 2 місяці тому

    Hi I’m hoping to get a caravan soon so was interested in your video……so don’t know a great deal about what you’re doing here but it seems to me that both devices you attached you can still tow the caravan. Put me right here if I’m wrong

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox Місяць тому

      You can't tow the caravan with the security devices fitted

  • @jonmills1479
    @jonmills1479 2 місяці тому

    Yes have done 3 so thanks the jockey wheel height one very helpful cheers jon NZ

  • @mcjeavons
    @mcjeavons 3 місяці тому

    There is a short version available which doesn't require cutting.

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox Місяць тому

      The short version was a couple of cm too short for my brackets

  • @stevereed9391
    @stevereed9391 3 місяці тому

    Barbie the BBQ

  • @stevebomonster
    @stevebomonster 3 місяці тому

    Telta sky 400 air canopy has zip in sides and front for night.......

  • @stevebomonster
    @stevebomonster 3 місяці тому

    The carpet goes down first, so you don't damage the canopy.

  • @stephendrabble4154
    @stephendrabble4154 3 місяці тому

    Showing how simple it is to remove the rack with £££££ of bikes on..

  • @freedomofabird
    @freedomofabird 3 місяці тому

    Very useful thank you😊

  • @kennyclarke8119
    @kennyclarke8119 3 місяці тому

    Drained the system today and got 2litres from it. Used a spare trauma intake and a tyre valve from kwikfit. Cost me nothing . Well pleased with the result. £50 saved.

  • @Bessie66
    @Bessie66 3 місяці тому

    Can you attach side panels to it?

  • @Bessie66
    @Bessie66 3 місяці тому

    Looking forward to this - just got rid of our awning and bought the dometic air break and want a sun canopy

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox Місяць тому

      It's the future!

    • @connahjones8178
      @connahjones8178 2 дні тому

      How are the air breaks? We have the old wooden poled types and find them great as they are really secure. We do have an air awning with electric pump so no issue there

  • @CAC8K
    @CAC8K 3 місяці тому

    Big help thanks guys!

  • @rogerbroadbelt3424
    @rogerbroadbelt3424 3 місяці тому

    I need the mover to put the caravan on the drive, we put it on the drive front first so the door is at this side.

  • @eddgreen9376
    @eddgreen9376 3 місяці тому

    I thought you were going to have got an electric tepanyaki hot plate like a lot of folks seem to have these days.

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox 3 місяці тому

      No not for us, have to keep it gas!

  • @brucebell1809
    @brucebell1809 4 місяці тому

    Experience is trumps over this video. You soon learn if you happen to make any one of these errors (and others). All are obvious but brain fade is the main contributor to any mishap. His tips are self evident.

  • @RichardDavies-tn2ug
    @RichardDavies-tn2ug 4 місяці тому

    My tip is ditch the chemicals and get a green toilet additive that goes in both flush and container.

  • @alanbrooke5006
    @alanbrooke5006 4 місяці тому

    Upgraded my caravan without a mover dealer offered a free mover. I said I don’t need one of those things can I have the cash please. No chance so took the mover. Best piece of kit ever 👍🛬

  • @raygeary1698
    @raygeary1698 4 місяці тому

    Best to put brackets on 1st then bar

  • @MrMGZT
    @MrMGZT 4 місяці тому

    Hi i use Puriclean at the start and end of season, grey waste pipe i just flash it out with the freshwater😁 the toilet at the end of season i wash it out bleach and leave for sometime then rinse then use disinfectant i do this with all the sinks not had any problems with my system but everybody as their own methods.

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox 4 місяці тому

      Sounds like a good method to me!

  • @breeze1472
    @breeze1472 4 місяці тому

    i agree didnt like the area in first one,the second layout was good but only 4 birth number 3 coachman is my pick

  • @raygeary1698
    @raygeary1698 4 місяці тому

    Why not use electric grill your using hook up

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox 4 місяці тому

      I prefer cooking with gas

  • @topcat7538
    @topcat7538 4 місяці тому

    I have had this canopy for 2 seasons and am very pleased with it. I have the 400 size with side walls. I use this for touring in Europe during the summer and in the UK if the weather forecast is ok. I always put the side walls up as I feel that the poles along each side add a little rigidity. Also, I don’t need to bring chairs, table, etc towards the centre of the caravan overnight in case of rain blowing in. When it is hot the sides unclip in seconds and are neatly rolled up and laid on the ground. In cooler weather I have a 400 porch awning. This is a pole awning as my wife and I find it lighter to handle (we are both 75). I also use a Dometic electric pump for the air canopy. The only downside of packing away the sun canopy is that the bags supplied by Dometic are very small so we have purchased larger bags to make life easier. We have caravanned for 47 years and we feel that we niw have the perfect set ups.

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox 4 місяці тому

      That's good to hear, someone once told me the perfect set up is a journey not a destination!

  • @Mark-wc9pp
    @Mark-wc9pp 4 місяці тому

    What happened to the videos. Did you stop? Just started watching and have enjoyed your videos. Shame you’ve stopped

    • @BigWhiteBox
      @BigWhiteBox 4 місяці тому

      Hi, circumstances changed unfortunately, hoping to do an update soon!

  • @peterhoare1039
    @peterhoare1039 4 місяці тому

    Forgot to release Hand Brake couple of times