Bit of loose talk

When I bought my caravan in Melbourne (I'm from Perth) I had it registered in Victoria after getting a Victorian name and address where it will be "stored" while not in use. Otherwise the Transit Permit from WA authorities allowed only 30 days from the DATE OF REGISTRATION to get it home. Sorry about the capitals but I can't use italics. It was registered a good week before we picked it up so that would have left too little time to make a decent trip out of the return journey.

If anyone is buying in WA and wants a WA address just PM me and it's yours. BTW there is now zero stamp duty in vans and campers in WA.

Magic

You need a permit from VicRoads to tow it untill it's fully registered in Victoria. This can be done either by visiting one of their locations, or by phone. If you choose the latter, be preparded for a long wait on the phone and have your credit card ready.

An appointment is then required to have the CT inspected and registered. You'll need proof of purchase (invoice) and identity.

In my case, the CT did'nt have the VIN number stamped on the body plate. The only reference to it is on the Gas Systems Compliant Certificate.

The trailer I purchased does'nt have provision for a number plate (apart from the light). Therefore I may have some difficulties drilling into the tail gate because the kitchen is attached to the other side.

If your CT comes with a built in water tank and drainage bung, undo the bung and flush the tank using a hose. This will remove any swarf that may be in the tank.

I've spent a fair bit of time going over the trailer and testing everything (not to mention small additions).

The process has been a bit frustrating, but we'll get there.

Regards

Kim

"In my case, the CT did'nt have the VIN number stamped on the body plate"

i bought a trailer a few years back without a compliance plate
a new camper trailer it was (going to be)....but if ever cornered...its my 1960's 6x4 which has just been refurbished....even including the increased higher sides and bigger everything else....just swapped plates when i needed to use

sold it in the end to my brothersmate before i ever got around to getting a tent for it...he had to get a vin number from Transport SA and have it inspected

No 1

You wish!

Once I get the CT on the road your all going to be dazzled by it's splendour!

Dog's not happy with this life style change, but she'll get over it.

LOL


Regards

Kim

nrb1748


That's interesting. The nearest VicRoad depot is not much more than 5 minutes from my house.

I'll make the appointment with them tomorrow, and hopefully avoid the need (or cost) of a transit permit.

Regards

Kim

Depending on the Vic roads office you may need to book a few days ahead as an appointment normally takes 1/2 an hour & some smaller branches dont have the staff to just roll in off the street.
The manufacurer of the trailer should have a compliance plate with all relavent details stamped on including tyre size, weights etc. I've needed to bring in a weigh bridge certificate for one trailer without the weight on the plate. They have expected me to attach the number plate & rego sticker there & then so take some bolts & make sure your lights are working.
Cheers Craig............

You're right (and refreshed my memory),

I did need to make an appointment. All of the details were on the VIN plate. VicRoads measured the CT with a tape to check the dimensions and to ensure sufficient lights were fitted.

One other thing I should mention to those who are intending to purchase a CT for the first time.

The CT I have is built like the proverbial sh*t house. The plate used on the floor of the trailer would do justice to a Centurion Tank.

In my case, I need to drill something like 12 holes (or more) through heavy plate to provide tie down points. The reason I bring this up, is because a fair amount of damage is done to contents over corrugated roads if things aren't secured.

In the car, I use high density rubber to seat any containers and use good quality ratchet straps to tie everything down. Takes a bit of work an effort, but I've never had a breakage.

Regards

Kim

so what did you buy?...all we know is that its from QLD

No 1

Purchased it from the Camel Group.

Prior to buying it, I made a list of what I wanted, then went on a long search. In particular I was looking for a well built trailer at a particular price.

This was the only trailer I could find in the price range that also satified the following requirements:

1. Full length chassis
2. Quality components
3. All wiring contained in channels
4. Able to be repaired roadside (within reason)
5. Decent kitchen which would'nt fall apart (including how it sits inside the CT when on the move)

Etc

Regards

Kim