ECC Podcast

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   1. ECC Podcast Short - Weight Distribution Hitches

   Total Towing Set-ups Garry Gardner joins Host Scott Hillier to talk about the importance of weight distrbution hitches, or load levelling devices.Weight distribution hitches stabilise your car and van by sharing the tow ball weight across your vehicles.Garry says while they are easy to install, it is best that caravan owners choose the right one for their vehicle, and they should have them professional fitted. 

   May 07,2024 05:06
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   2. ECC Podcast Shorts - Unscrambling Weight Confusion

   Mobile Caravan Weighing's Dave Lewis joins Host Scott Hillier to take out the confusion and simplify what the acronyms around caravan weight and towing means.Dave covers the four main raitings – tare weight, tow ball mass, gross trailer massand agregrate trailer mass.Dave says once you understand this and comply with your caravan, you are then better educated to what you can and can't add to the caravan on your next trip. 

   Apr 30,2024 06:35
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   3. ECC Podcast Short - Essential Tow Bar Safety Tips

   Host Scott Hillier catches up with Weight and Towing Masterclass - Garry Gardner - who provides some invaluable safety tips and tricks for caravanners before they hit the road.Garry talks about tow bar ratings, and simple safety tips to stop your caravan from detatching and ruining your holiday plans.   

   Apr 23,2024 05:14
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   4. ECC Podcast Short - From Tradie Van To Camping Van In A Flash

   Tradies wanting to get home on a Friday and hit the road at the drop of a hat for a weekend getaway can now do it with the Q-Box.Everything Caravan & Camping product expert Charlie Graham joins Host Scott Hillier to talk about how tradies can simply drop their tools at home on a Friday afternoon and pack the Q-Box into their van and hit the road within minutes.The Q-Box https://www.everythingcaravancamping.com.au/a/caravan-rv-portable-campers/q-box/q-box-portable-camper-box/100032359?variant_id=

   Apr 16,2024 03:04
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   5. ECC Podcast Short - Van Blinds

   When it comes to van life, thermal and blockout blinds are essential.Host Scott Hillier catches up with Everything Caravan & Camping product expert Charlie Graham to talk about the Voos range of thermal and blockout blinds, which are quick and easy to install.For the full range available head over to https://www.everythingcaravancamping.com.au/s/caravan-rv/voos 

   Apr 09,2024 02:33
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   6. ECC Podcast Short - Caravan & Camper Trailer Security

   Your caravan or camper trailer is a significant investment, and Everything Caravan & Camping product expert Charlie Graham has some great tech tips to keep your investment safe and secure.Milenco has a huge range of security products to keep your investment safe, from security cables through to caravan alarms and hitchlocks.You can checkout the full range of Milenco safety and security products https://www.everythingcaravancamping.com.au/s?query=Milenco   

   Apr 02,2024 02:48
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   7. ECC Podcast Episode 24 - Caravan Towing Courses? - The Feel Good Family - New myCOOLMAN Fridge Range - Fire To Fork

   On Episode 24 of the Everything Caravan & Camping - ECC Podcast, we tackle the issue of overweight caravans and vehicles, are towing courses a necessity? New myCOOLMAN Recreational Series fridge range, another ripper recipe from Harry Fisher, and not one but four holiday parks you should put on your bucket list.Host Scott Hillier catches up with Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis to talk about his involvement in the Queensland Government supported program, VanSafe, and some recent figures from t

   Mar 26,2024 35:01
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   8. ECC Podcast Episode 23 - Check Your Caravan Weight - Vitrifrigo Fridges - Cotton Tree Holiday Park - Fire To Fork Recipe

   On Episode 23 of the Everything Caravan & Camping - ECC Podcast, we talk about the real weight of what you put in your caravan, new Vitrifrigo fridge range arriving in Australia, the oldest caravan park in Queensland, that has just had a makeover, and an easy to cook Thai Fried Rice recipe from super chef Harry Fisher.Host Scott Hillier catches up with Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis, to talk about the Weight and Towing Masterclass hot topic – how much everything weighs when you load it into

   Mar 19,2024 29:19
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   9. ECC Podcast Episode 22 - Tow Ball Weight Safety - Travelling Solo - First Aid Kits - Mango Creamy Rice

   On Episode 22 of the Everything Caravan & Camping - ECC Podcast, we talk about the importance of tow ball weight, first aid kits, MDC and solo travelling, mouth-watering Mango Creamy Rice recipe, and a holiday destination surrounded by small islands you can take advantage of.Host Scott Hillier catches up with Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis about the importance of tow ball weight, how to reduce caravan swaying, as well as the importance of what items you need to properly consider adds weight

   Mar 12,2024 28:08
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    10. ECC Podcast Episode 21 - Caravan Weight Safety, Security & Safety Products, Steak & Mushroom Recipe, Coolum Beach Holiday Park

    On Episode 21 of the Everything Caravan & Camping - ECC Podcast, we discuss caravan weight safety, and security, Harry Fisher delivers another sensational campsite recipe and we visit Coolum Beach Holiday Park.Host Scott Hillier catches up with Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis about cars and caravans that are overweight.Dave talks about the most common weight problems, and how you can ensure you are safe when you hit the road next.Dave provides plenty of tips to lighten your caravan load.ECC p

    Mar 05,2024 25:09
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    11. ECC Podcast Episode 20 - Caravan Safety Tips - One Pan Wonder - ECCParks New Zealand

    On Episode 20 of the Everything Caravan & Camping - ECC Podcast, we talk essential pre-checks on your caravan/camper trailer before you hit the road, VanSafe, one pan cooking, and a spectacular ECCPark in New Zealand.Host Scott Hillier catches up with Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis about the Weight and Towing Masterclass and the VanSafe project to help caravanners ensure they are safe before hitting the road. The VanSafe program will continue in 2024.ECC product expert Charlie Graham joins S

    Feb 27,2024 25:14
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    12. ECC Podcast Episode 19 - Essential Pre-Trip Checks - Holiday Tips - Fire To Fork Shell Fish Recipe - ECCParks

    On Episode 19 of the Everything Caravan & Camping - ECC Podcast, we talk essential pre-checks on your caravan/camper trailer before you hit the road, essential roll up hose reals, great advice from a caravanning veteran, Fire to Fork shellfish recipe bonanza, and the perfect ECCPark to start your Queensland adventure.Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis joins Host Scott Hillier to talk about pre-checks on your caravan, essential safety tips for any caravanner or camper trailer owner.Dave provides

    Feb 20,2024 24:35
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    13. ECC Podcast Episode 18 - Caravan Safety - 4 Boys And A Caravan - ECCParks - Jalapeno Poppers Recipe

    On Episode 18 of the Everything Caravan & Camping - ECC Podcast, we talk about correctly loading your caravan, 4 Boys And A Caravan provide us with an update on their adventures, new opportunities and future travel plans, Fire to Fork delicious jalapeno poppers recipe and the perfect ECCPark to start your Great Ocean Road Adventure.Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis joins Host Scott Hillier to talk loading your vehicle and caravan the correct way to ensure you are safe and don’t exceed weight li

    Feb 13,2024 25:20
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    14. ECC Podcast Episode 17 - Caravan Essentials - The Lifestyle Pioneers - Opal Mining Holiday Resort - Bush Schetta Recipe

    On Episode 17 of the Everything Caravan & Camping - ECC Podcast, we discuss the importance of caravanners having a UHF radio, essential caravan cleaning products, we catch up with our good mates The Lifestyle Pioneers, discover a magnificent park in opal mining territory, and Harry Fisher cooks up the ultimate Bush Schetta.Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis joins Host Scott Hillier to talk about the importance of UHF radios and why every caravanner should have one.ECC product expert Charlie Grah

    Feb 06,2024 26:06
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    15. ECC Podcast Episode 16 - Caravan Weighing - Recovery Gear - Campsite Pork Belly Recipe - Murray River Camping

    On Episode 16 of the Everything Caravan & Camping - ECC Podcast, we discuss how easy it is to weigh your caravan to keep you safe on the road, the ultimate off-road recovery gear, mouth-watering easy to cook pork belly, and we discovery a spectacular park right on the Murray River.Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis drops in to chat to host Scott Hillier how easy is it to get your caravan weighed to ensure you are compliant with the law and safe on the road.ECC product expert Charlie Graham drops

    Jan 30,2024 26:48
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    16. ECC Podcast Episode 15 - Oasis In The Desert - Towing Mirrors - Off-Road Hitches - Delicious Potato Salad

    It’s our Birthday week and on Episode 15 of the Everything Caravan & Camping - ECC Podcast, we discuss why towing mirrors are mandatory, off-road tow hitches, the ultimate roast potato salad recipe from Harry Fisher, and we discover an oasis in the desert.Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis drops in to chat to host Scott Hillier about the legal requirement in Australia to have extension towing mirrors, which are available on www.everythingcaravancamping.com.au.Dave also provides advice and tips o

    Jan 16,2024 25:40
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    17. ECC Podcast Episode 14 - Off Road Hitches - Ultimate Cheese & Biscuit Recipe - NZ ECCPark Gem

    On Episode 14 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, we talk about tow ball off road hitches, the ultimate cheese and biscuits recipe from Harry Fisher, and we discover a gem of a ECCPark in New Zealand.Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis drops in to chat to host Scott Hillier about tow ball off road hitches, and how they are becoming the norm for on-road use as well.Dave also provides advice for all caravanners to check the nut on the tow ball, as often when clients visit that is one

    Dec 19,2023 26:12
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    18. ECC Podcast Episode 13 - The Correct Tow Ball Weight - Milenco Door Blind - Karaage Squid - Second Valley Caravan Park

    On Episode 13 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, we talk about tow ball weights and the importance of how you load your caravan, Milenco door blinds for added privacy and insulation, and master chef Harry Fisher delivers the perfect karaage squid recipe.Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis drops in to talk ball weights and how packing your caravan the right way can help with the weight over your tow ball and reduce the risk of your van swaying as you adventure on your holidays.Charl

    Dec 12,2023 25:32
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    19. ECC Podcast Episode 12 - VanSafe Initiative - Beat The Summer Heat Solution - Sausage Roll Recipe - Blacksmiths Beach Holiday Park

    On Episode 12 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, we talk about VanSafe, a new initiative to help caravanners stay safe on the road, summer air conditioning solutions, the perfect sausage roll recipe, and a holiday park destination must visit in NSW.Mobile Caravan Weighing Dave Lewis drops in to chat with Host Scott Hillier to talk about a new joint initiative between the Queensland Government and Caravanning Queensland - VanSafe - raising caravan road safety awareness.VanSafe prov

    Dec 05,2023 26:45
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    20. ECC Podcast Epsiode 11 - ECCParks NZ - Weight Compliance To Avoid Fines - Fridge Slides - Campsite Roast Chicken

    On Episode 11 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, we talk about the impact on insurance with incorrect vehicle and caravan weights, cooking the perfect campsite roast chicken, and head to New Zealand to discover an ECCPark in Rotorua.Host Scott Hillier, catches up with Weight and Towing Masterclass Dave Lewis, and discusses the importance of the correct vehicle and caravan weights to avoid being fined, and should an accident occur how that may impact on your insurance claim if you

    Nov 28,2023 32:13
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    21. ECC Podcast Episode 10 - Importance Of A Level Caravan - Flinders Ranges Park Heaven - Campfire Pulled Pork

    On Episode 10 of the Everything Caravan & Camping- ECC Podcast, we talk about the importance of a level caravan and how that can save wear and tear on your vehicle and van, cooking pulled pork at camp, discover a spectacular park in the Flinders Ranges, and so much more.Host Scott Hillier, catches up with Total Towing Set-ups Garry Gardner who provides some important tips and tricks on ensuring you have a level caravan,  as well as some routine safety checks you should do before you hit the road

    Nov 21,2023 27:26
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    22. ECC Podcast Episode 9 - Off Road Adventures - Fixing An Overweight Caravan - Fire To Fork Biltong

    On Episode 9 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, we go off road with Charlie Graham talking about his adventures with 4WDTV, and we answer the question of can you fix an overweight caravan.Dave Lewis from the Weight and Towing Masterclass provides some essential tips and tricks on how you can be weight compliant.Host Scott Hillier chats to Charlie Graham about a recent trip to the magnificent Flinders Rangers, with Simon Christie from 4WDTV and discovers a magnificent ECCPark on hi

    Nov 14,2023 31:35
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    23. ECC Podcast Episode 8 - Vanlife Equipment - Brake Controller Safety - 4 Boys And A Caravan - Fire To Fork

    On Episode 8 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, we take the mystery out of brake controllers and how they can keep you safe on the road, as well as catch up with Tom from 4 Boys And A Caravan.We head to Queensland’s ECCParks/FamilyParks Cardwell Van Park, on the Cassowary Coast in far North Queensland near the magnificent Hinchinbrook Channel and Island.Charlie Graham talks what is new in the Vanlife segment, and may be of interest to traders who have a van.Charlie talks about the

    Nov 07,2023 30:52
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    24. ECC Pocast Episode 7 - Fireman Ron & Di - Packing Your Caravan Correctly - Brazilian Inspired Steak Cut

    On Episode 7 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, we talk about why you shouldn’t pack everything including the kitchen sink in your van for your own safety, and we catch up with Fireman Ron & Di about their amazing adventures.Dave Lewis from Weight Check explains what new caravan shoppers need to look out for to ensure they can pack their caravan correctly.We head to Queensland’s ECCParks/FamilyParks Mudjimba Beach Holiday Park, known as a park for those that want a proper camping

    Oct 31,2023 33:59
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    25. ECC Podcast Episode 6 - Caravan Sway Controls - Motorcycle Camper - Campfire Dessert Treat

    On Episode 6 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, host Scott Hillier, talks to Total Towing Set-ups Garry Gardner about mechanical and electronic sway controls, and what causes your caravan to sway.We head to the stunning Lake Macquarie region in NSW and ECCParks Lake Mac Holiday Park at Swansea and discover what is spectacular about the park and the region itself.Charlie Graham provides invaluable tips on how to keep your caravan, camper trailer and camping equipment safe and secur

    Oct 24,2023 27:48
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    26. ECC Podcast Episode 5 - Caravan Towing Safety - Fire To Fork Mega Recipe - Wandering Panda Coffee Van

    On Episode 5 of the ECC Podcast, The Weight and Towing Masterclass with Dave Lewis tackle the important issue of why caravans sway on the road and how to ensure you have the correct tow ball mass for your safety.Host Scott Hillier discovers the beauty of a park in his own kneck of the woods -  ECCParks/Family Parks Maroochydore Beach Holiday Park run by Jason and Nicole Filippini.Charlie Graham drops in to talk Milenco mirrors and the safety and legal aspect of why when towing a caravan you must

    Oct 17,2023 28:10
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    27. ECC Podcast - Episode 4 - Weights & Towing - ECCParks - Kids Camp Recipe - Tips & Tricks

    On Episode 4 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, host Scott Hillier, talks weight distribution hitches, with the team from the Weight & Towing Masterclass and travels South to Victoria’s ECCParks/Family Parks Rochester Riverside Holiday Park on the spectacular Campaspe River.Charlie Graham drops in to discuss one of the hottest items on the market, the Truma Ultra Rapid hot water system on his tips and tricks segment.Caravan Park Confessions with Jason Filippini delves into an earl

    Oct 10,2023 27:10
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    28. ECC Podcast - Episode 3 - Cotton Tree - Weights & Towing - Airconditioning - Caravan Park Confessions - Camp Cook

    This week on Episode 3 we travel to Queensland's ECCParks/Family Parks Cotton Tree Holiday Park, and discover the amazing facilities and things to do on the Sunshine Coast.Our Weights & Towing Masterclass gives you the correct information on caravan weight compliance ratings.With summer around the corner, Charlie Graham stops in to talk airconditioning and the Truma Off-Road Aventa, and why you should have one on your van.Caravan Park Confessions will have you rolling on the floor laughing.Our H

    Oct 03,2023 29:17
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    29. ECC Podcast - Episode 2

    On Episode 2 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, host Scott Hillier, talks tow bar rating with the team from the Weight & Towing Masterclass. An often overlooked issue when it comes to safe towing.Scott catches up with ECCParks/Family Parks Belair National Park Holiday Park's Jenna Harris to talk about the amazing facilities and attractions of the South Australian park.Charlie Graham pops in to discuss essential caravan, camping and 4WD fridges.Caravan Park Confessions with Jason F

    Sep 26,2023 29:17
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    30. ECC Podcast Episode One

    Everything Caravan & Camping, Australia’s largest caravan and camping Facebook community group, and online marketplace, ECC Podcast hosted by Channel 7’s Scott Hillier.The weekly ECC Podcast will provide Australian campers, caravanners and 4WDers with the latest news, products and services to help them on their next adventure both here in Australia and New Zealand.Scott Hillier will delve into the major issues confronting campers, caravanners and 4WDers, as well as provide delectable recipes fro

    Sep 18,2023 31:27