YOUR RVs
external set-up for the TV –
they sat in a row under the
awning as if they were in a
cinema. The Plemings can
also watch DVDs from outside
if they wish.
Next to the entertainment
set-up is a large drop down
table – very useful for
boiling the jug.
A Weber BabyQ is
connected to an external gas
outlet – so much easier that
having to connect it to a gas
cylinder. The Plemings utilise
gas for the fridge when free
camping and have gas heating
for those nippy mornings.
WHAT'S INSIDE?
Graeme and Robyn settled
on a very practical and
comfortable layout, with
a queen-sized bed at the
front, a spacious lounge and
kitchen in the centre, and a
shower and toilet at the back.
There's even a built-in washing
machine back there.
I was impressed with the
comfortable seating and table
set-up. The table folds against
the wall, freeing up space
when not in use. Underneath
are two small cupboards
– just the thing for storing
books, etc.
Of course there's a
microwave and gas stove
and a very long work bench
so cooking is a breeze.
With a 120W solar panel
on the roof charging the two
house batteries and two 95L
water tanks, Graeme and
Robyn told me they can last up
to a week when bush camping.
HOW'S IT SPRUNG?
Traveller built the Obsession
with tried and tested rocker
leaf-spring suspension and
the van is fitted with shock
absorbers. The van is also
fitted with Dexter sway
control. Graeme told me, “I
hope we never need to use it
but it's reassuring to know it's
there should the worst happen.”
To give the van a little more
height when negotiating
uneven tracks, they had the
van fitted with 2in risers.
A BIGGER TUG
When it came to towing the
Obsession, the Plemings
decided to upgrade their
vehicle and bought a slightly
used Jeep. It only had 2600km
on the clock, and with a
towing capacity of 3500kg,
it's quite adequate for the
job. Graeme told me that it's
economical as well.
I believe Graeme and Robyn
have chosen wisely and I'm
sure they will enjoy lots of
trips exploring this great land
with their Traveller.
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