How to get the best deal from DIY Caravans.
DIY Caravans is passionate about getting good deals for our customers and you can also often help by taking note of the tips below. We supply many trade customers and also want to provide the best deal for our DIY-builders embarking on a project. Do's Do your homework. D I…...
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How do I weigh my DIY Caravan for registration?
When you have completed your build and you are ready to register your caravan or trailer with the State Road Authority, they will require the tare weight of the caravan to go on the Compliance Plate. One of the best places to find a public weighbridge is this link or…...
Front and Rear Lamps – what are the legal requirements?
The information below is kindly provided by the Caravan Industry Association of Australia -August 2021 - and has been reproduced here to help customers understand the rules regarding the correct location of lamps on vehicles. For towable vehicles, the end outline marker lamps (front and rear) must n...
DIY Guide – Chassis Design
Although we do not sell chassis, many customers ask for guidance as to how to get a chassis for their project. Whilst we are not engineers we have designed and built a number of chassis and this article is intended to help you through this process. The FAQs come later…...
What is the RVSA and does it apply to me as a self builder?
The Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) is the biggest legislative change the Australian Caravan Industry has seen in over 30 years. For Recreational Vehicle Manufacturers and Importers in Australia, the RVSA is set to completely transform the industry as we know it. Under the RVSA, Manufacturers and ...