At first glance, this book is probably not the sort you would expect to see reviewed here in ReNew, but once you delve deeper into the topics covered, there is certainly some overlap of subject matter.

The book is basically a manual on how to set up a campervan or motorhome for touring around Australia. It covers all the traps and pitfalls you are likely to encounter, and includes sections on setting up power systems for the road.

It covers the use of solar power in such systems, as well as other topics that would be useful to the RAPS owner, such as water pumping and refrigeration systems, though it has to be remembered that they are discussed in the context of mobile living, where there are considerable space and weight constraints.

However, if you are a traveller, especially one who likes to take their home with them, the book will appeal.

Briefly it covers the topic right from what to look for when selecting a vehicle, how to fit it out, what you will need, what you won’t, materials to use, tools and spares required, safety, registration requirements and many other aspects of setting up for life on the road. Even though I am not a campervan owner, I found the book interesting nonetheless.

Review by Lance Turner

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