US/Australian translations
Stick and tin – a caravan or fifth wheel constructed with a timber frame with aluminium cladding
Travel Trailers – caravans
Recepts or receptacles – power points
Valances – upholstery covered timber above the windows
Lambrequin – the length of material hanging from either end of the valances (see above)
Goose neck – front raised section of the fifth wheel
Ground - when used in the context of electricity is the equivalent of "earth".
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much do they cost to buy, maintain, register, and insure? What are the advantages of the Flagstaff 23 Australian model over a US model? Where can I get my fifth wheel insured? Why American built 5th wheels?
What is the fuel economy when towing? What about spare parts availability? Do you have 5th wheel departure/arrival checklists? Yes, click here for Word format, click here for text file (RTF) format. Why haven't they been popular in Australia before? Why a fifth wheel? Why do they handle well? Why Forest River Australia and Flagstaff? How do I determine towing weights of 5th wheelers? How is the Flagstaff constructed? Why are they called fifth wheels? What will I need to tow them - vehicle, accessories, hitch? What are the main features and benefits of a 5th wheel? What are slides? How do they work? Will I have trouble fitting into a caravan park? What sort of people are buying them? Can I get a satellite television service for my fifth wheel? How do you deal with the different electricity voltage of US manufactured 5th Wheels? What about the LP gas? Glossary of terms. US/Australian translations. Does the lower front section (goose neck) allow a larger bedroom, lower overall height etc? What vehicles can I use to tow the Flagstaff 23? What should I consider when buying an RV?
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