which one ???

[hiline]

ok guy's and girls

i need some pro's and con's on Jayco v Coramal campervans


we have decided to buy a new family campervan https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ :wink:


so any info anybody has would be much appreciated


cheers

[noddy]

Hiline -- why are you limiting it to these two?

How many people? What sort of terrain are you planning on travelling?

[hiline]

the wife and myself plus 4 kids https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

mainly up around the high country easier tracks of coarse

then caravan parks at other times

[noddy]

Just from what we have seen on our travels, I would be looking for something a little more sturdy.

Have you ruled out box trailer designs?

Psssst, Iggy might be coming up for sale soon..... :?

http://www.aulro.com/albums/album214/FramedKimba_Iggy_Stanley.sized.jpg

[feral]

Jayco are the most popular at the moment. You will pay a higher price to get it too. There appears to be a waiting list of months and the build quality can be suss.

I have a Hawk if your interested to see it. It has been modified with the axle to raise it 100mm to match the Discovery. If you went for an outback in whatever model you will not need to raise it..if your towing with Kubota.

Working on some pics if you want to see them.

Cheers,
Lyndon.

[hiline]

i was wondering when that was coming up https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

but we want a campervan

wind up with the pop out bed ends

[hiline]

feral we have a Windsor campervan now

but its time for a newby https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/


dont know of any other brands they come in other than Jayco or Coramal

[feral]

Originally posted by hiline
feral we have a Windsor campervan now

<span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:100%">but its time for a newby </span>https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ :lol:


dont know of any other brands they come in other than Jayco or Coramal

Hell Hiline...I didn't mean that 8O 8O 8O

We love our van and we have no intention of letting it go until it drops :!:

I think you may struggle with the four kids...where do you think you are going to put them?

[feral]

Hiline wants one of these.
http://www.aulro.com/modules.php'set_album...=view_photo.php (http://www.aulro.com/modules.php'set_albumName=album285&id=Img_0188&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_photo.php)

Cheers,
Lyndon.

[hiline]

[quote=hiline]feral we have a Windsor campervan now

<span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:100%">but its time for a newby </span>https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/


dont know of any other brands they come in other than Jayco or Coramal

Hell Hiline...I didn't mean that 8O 8O 8O

We love our van and we have no intention of letting it go until it drops :!:

I think you may struggle with the four kids...where do you think you are going to put them?quote]


where ever we can fit them https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ :wink:

[feral]

If you are going Jayco, you will be needing these.

Swan or Flamingo. Go for Outback option. You need to have a full annex as well.

The reason for this is that they are the same van but a different layout. Do not go to a Hawk or Eagle as the living area is 400mm shorter and one of the bed ends is shorter as well. We found the layout important...that we preferred the Hawk because the fridge and cooking area is down one end. We made the bed closest to this area ours and the kids up the other end. If you went the other way the kids are running up & down the van while the wife is cooking tea....not a good idea.

Cheers,
Lyndon.

[hiline]

we were at Jayco today getting a price for the O/B Swan

including : annexe, bed fly's ,treg coupling ,16in wheels and a few other bits and pieces



i'm off to Coromal tomorrow for the price

[hiline]

Originally posted by Feral
Hiline wants one of these.
http://www.aulro.com/modules.php'set_album...=view_photo.php (http://www.aulro.com/modules.php'set_albumName=album285&id=Img_0188&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_photo.php)

Cheers,
Lyndon.


http://www.aulro.com/albums/album285/Img_0188.sized.jpg

yep like yours https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

but in the Swan

[hiline]

ok guy's we have gone for the Coromal Pioneer Silhoutte Camper PS451 https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

with a few extra's of coarse https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

just like this one

[Rock]

Hiline
What is your reasoning behind the decision, quality, cost, options avaiable?

Rock

[hiline]

Originally posted by Rock
Hiline
What is your reasoning behind the decision, quality, cost, options avaiable?

Rock

quality would be high on the list https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ over the jayco

cost the are alot more exspensive than the jayco's 8O

options avaiable most of the options already come with the van

you will need to pay extra for a annexe as you do with most of them


but the main reason would have to be the internal layout and space
i have 4 kids from 6-13yrs old


i'm going tomorrow to check out the Goldstream vans as well



ps/ also welcome to the site mate

Rock
Newbie
Joined: Jan 08, 2006
Posts: 1
Location: Hunter Valley, NSW

[Bytemrk]

Good looking set up Ray... 8) 8)


So next time I bump into you and Fiona at Sheepyard.....






All I have to do is look for the palace :!: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

[hiline]

Originally posted by Bytemrk
Good looking set up Ray... 8) 8)


So next time I bump into you and Fiona at Sheepyard.....






All I have to do is look for the palace :!: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

i was thinking more like a Condo https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ :wink:

[Bytemrk]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>i was thinking more like a Condo
[/b][/quote]


With all those kids.... if you don't stop at 4....... you'll need a second story 8O

[hiline]

Originally posted by Bytemrk
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>i was thinking more like a Condo



With all those kids.... if you don't stop at 4....... you'll need a second story 8O[/b][/quote]


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ mate i have stopped :wink:

[Redback]

Originally posted by hiline
ok guy's we have gone for the Coromal Pioneer Silhoutte Camper PS451 https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

with a few extra's of coarse https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

just like this one

Flash Ray and a good choice too, this would be my choice as well, happy camping.

Baz.

[hiline]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>i'm going tomorrow to check out the Goldstream vans as well [/b][/quote]

this i did 8O 8O 8O 8O

they are more expensive than the coromal



all we have to do is decide on the colors for the interior and stuff https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

then its a 10 week wait https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ but we should get it the weekend before Easter

[Disco300Tdi]

I am starting to worry about you Ray.....

And is Shane buying the old model???

[hiline]

Shane was worried to, so he's moved to Cobram 8O

[Maggot4x4]

I would look at one of these as well if I wanted that sort of thing

http://www.bushtracker.com/

http://www.bushtracker.com/Photo/Exterior_Pic%20001.jpg

http://www.bushtracker.com/Photo/Travelling_Pic%20002%20(Mitchell%20Falls).jpg

http://www.bushtracker.com/Photo/Interior_Pic%20001.jpg

http://www.bushtracker.com/Photo/Interior_Pic%20005.jpg

http://www.bushtracker.com/Photo/Interior_Pic%20003.jpg

http://www.bushtracker.com/Photo/Interior_Pic%20002.jpg

http://www.bushtracker.com/Photo/Interior_Pic%20007.jpg

[Disco300Tdi]

Now thats soft Ashley

[hiline]

Originally posted by 84RR
Now thats soft Ashley


soft but nice https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ :wink:


to exspensive for me though 8O 8O

i wouldn't be able to afford to go away in it :wink:

[Maggot4x4]

Originally posted by hiline+--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(hiline)</div><div class='quotemain'><!--QuoteBegin-84RR
Now thats soft Ashley


soft but nice https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ :wink:


to exspensive for me though 8O 8O

i wouldn't be able to afford to go away in it :wink:[/b][/quote]

Have you priced them?

http://www.bushtracker.com/Photo/Travelling_Pic%20019%20(Creek%20crossing%20travell ing%20to%20the%20Cape).jpg

[Maggot4x4]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>Standard inclusions

A Hot dipped galvanised A-frame not just tacked on the front, but runs right into the chassis.
More durable polyester resin finished panelling instead of the normal paper finish.
We use all marine grade sealant, because it is simply the best and longest lasting.
Positive locking marine grade cabinet catches, simply the best, instead of the flimsy type.
Locking water fillers, you should have them.
Deep cycle batteries, so the van can be self powered without hooking up.
Sealed and vented battery boxes.
Automatic charging systems.
Solar ready electrical system with 12V breakers and meter.
Dual wired for 12V and 240V, a true hybrid electrical system.
Power mover geared jockey wheel to move the van around, makes hooking up a breeze!
Two spares, yes you should have two.
A heavy duty handbrake not the silly thing on a normal hitch.
A 4x4 hitch because a normal hitch only articulates about 22 degrees.
Gas struts to lift double beds for storage access underneath, just makes life easier.
A separate locking security grill on the door (should have).
Fours seasons hatch.
A watertight door for crossing floods and rivers, also helps make it dustproof.
Armour on the water tanks, Mandatory! And independently plumbed for safety in the bush.
Tasmanian oak doors and drawers dovetailed in the corners like Grandma's furniture.
We use real rollers and guides on our doors, because it is the best.
Marine Flojet automatic water pumps, others work, but for how long? This is the best.
Tinted Galaxy windows, helps to keep it cool - and the windows are safer than glass.
Off-road tyres and wheels, can be designed with stud pattern to match a range of tow vehicles.
High-grade fancy stainless sinks.
A range and oven with automatic ignition on the oven and grill and an oven light.
Three way gas,12V/240V fridge, or you can upgrade to a compressor drive unit.
Stone guards on the front, and no boot to bounce the stones back at the tow vehicle.
Proper wheel mounts down onto the chassis, for the spares.
Body armour on the caravan in zinc anneal steel, or option: Aluminium checker plate.
Laminated double chassis in vans from 16' and up.
A departure angle on the back, for pulling up or backing up a steep bank.
Looped high efficiency long life fluorescent lights that burn half the power.
Outside 240V mains power point and much more yet...
[/b][/quote]

[hiline]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>Have you priced them? [/b][/quote]

nope https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[harryw]

If you are just interested in caravanning with an occasional dash off road you might consider an Avan.

We have had ours for 5 years and are delighted with it , we have solar with an additional panel to drive the Engel.

It is very quick to put up, less than a minute, so for overnight stops it is fantastic.

With it's low profile towing is a breeze and at 90kph I get 11L per 100km so I am happy with that.

There are only 2 of us but they have a range one of which incorparates bunk beds for the little ones.

One thing guaranteed is that we always get people keen to have a look and they are invariably impressed with the van.

Will try and find some photos and attempt to put them up.

[hiline]

thanks for your info harryw

but i have 4kids and a grumpy wife 8O 8O


so any of the camper style campers aint much cop to us lot :? :?

way to much gear to pack and un pack

[Maggot4x4]

Call bushtracker, you know you want to. <span style="font-size:36pt;line-height:100%">(Did someone say grey nomad :twisted: )</span>

[DEFENDERZOOK]

<span style="color:blue">this may be the one he is talking about........


there are others on the link below........</span>

http://www.austinscaravans.com.au/Avanstock.htm



http://www.austinscaravans.com.au/images/Cruiseliner.jpg


http://www.austinscaravans.com.au/images/Aliner.jpg

[hiline]

we are staying with the Coromal https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/


it suits our needs nicely :wink: :wink:


thanks guy's

[CraigE]

MM very nice. My out laws have got one of those. They are bloody beautiful. I just want one. I have told my father in law that I want it left to me in his will and then handed him a glass of water and a cyanide pill.
From the ones I have looked at the Coromal seems to be better build quality and at a better price.
You have way, way too much money.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[hiline]

Originally posted by CraigE
MM very nice. My out laws have got one of those. They are bloody beautiful. I just want one. I have told my father in law that I want it left to me in his will and then handed him a glass of water and a cyanide pill.
From the ones I have looked at the Coromal seems to be better build quality and at a better price.
You have way, way too much money.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

thats what made our final decision much easier https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

trust me when i say i looked at every maker of campervans in Vic 8O :evil: :evil:

didn't think much of the jayco's
herd a few bad reports about them
and they DONThonour their warranty on the outback campervans :evil: :evil:

goldstream are way over priced,but nice vans

millard are a absolute pile of cheap American crap

[hiline]

just got back from ordering the new van https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/


delivered 10-4-06 :cry: :cry:


wife was very exciteded about picking all the color's and stuff


now just need to sell the old campervan

[WOLLAPIT85]

http://www.aulro.com/albums/album280/IMG_0079.sized.jpg

Pretty shmicko there Ray
Are you getting one of those tow vehicles for it https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[hiline]

i wish https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ :wink:

[hiline]

here's a better pic from the catalogue https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

but mine is a off road version with a full annex


http://www.aulro.com/albums/album119/coromal.sized.jpg

[wardy1]

I know everyone is afraid to ask.......... what was the final $$$$ figure Ray, just a rough idea pls

[hiline]

including all extra's around $25,000-$28,000 :wink:


not really worried about the cost https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

its about being a family :wink: and the cost means nothing compared to the fun times i have with the wife and kids :wink: :wink:


your along time dead...........

[RR5L]

hey Ray nice one,

its going to be a little too pretty behind the kubota?

Enjoy it mate!

[DEFENDERZOOK]

Originally posted by RR5L
hey Ray nice one,

<span style="color:green">its going to be a little too pretty behind the kubota?</span>

Enjoy it mate!


<span style="color:blue">
oh...dont worry about that.....the diesel exhaust fume will take care of that........</span>

[hiline]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>oh...dont worry about that.....the diesel exhaust fume will take care of that........[/b][/quote]

funny you should mention 8O 8O i said the samething to the wife



and i MUST wipe it off ASAP :cry: :wink:

[hiline]

9 weeks and counting :? :? :?

till the new member gets here https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

darm long wait :cry: :cry:

[wardy1]

I totally agree on the 'family' thing Ray. My kids (now 26 & 23) often pull out the old albums and show their friends the places they've been and the adventures they enjoyed when they were in the high country etc. Surprising too is the detail they remember such as 'That was where dad scraped all the flares off the Patrol' lol. Enjoy it mate, hope to see it in action soon. (reason for my question was that you saved me some research time BTW :wink: )

[hiline]

mate i spent a whole week going to all the different makers :evil: :evil: :evil:


goldstream are nice also, but are also more expensive

and most of the others are of Jayco quality :roll:

[discomaniac]

Good choice hiline.
We have been very happy with ours. Good to see you used my photos to show everyone what they look like.

While you're waiting for the Coromal, should order a D3 to tow it with too

More photos of mine is on this link.

http://www.aulro.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=7142

[hiline]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>While you're waiting for the Coromal, should order a D3 to tow it with too
[/b][/quote]

i was thinking that also https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

went and checked out the V6 model for $49,990............very nice

[George130]

Originally posted by hiline
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>While you're waiting for the Coromal, should order a D3 to tow it with too


i was thinking that also https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

went and checked out the V6 model for $49,990............very nice[/b][/quote]

8O 8O 8O
Nooooo!
Don't lose the 130.

[hiline]

Originally posted by George130+--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(George130)</div><div class='quotemain'><!--QuoteBegin-hiline
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>While you're waiting for the Coromal, should order a D3 to tow it with too


i was thinking that also https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

went and checked out the V6 model for $49,990............very nice[/b][/quote]

8O 8O 8O
Nooooo!
Don't lose the 130.[/b][/quote]

not for me 8O 8O 8O
i'm to ruff for a disco3 https://www.aulro.com/afvb/ :wink:


its for her of coarse :roll: :roll: