Casualties

We’ve packed light to travel around Australia in our Jeep Wrangler, tackling some of the roughest tracks as we go. We’ve journeyed over bitumen, through rivers and across deserts, with temperatures ranging from -7 to 45 degrees Celsius. It was a challenge to prepare for conditions so varied, and we were sure to lose / break things along the way. SBR Offroad, NRMA, and AusPost’s Parcel Collect service have been fabulous in keeping our holiday rolling.

We’ve been keeping a running list of our blunders, and thought it’d be helpful to share it here.

Broken Jeep Parts

Trip preparation is absolutely key (Thanks Frank & Jonathan) because it’s been tough to find knowledgeable help along the way. Some of these things we’ve expected, and some we have not…

  • Front axle housing
  • Steering stabiliser (x2)
  • Rear wheel bearings (L&R)
  • Brake light
  • ABS / Wheel speed sensor (x2)
  • Front windscreen
  • Exhaust gaskets (x2)
  • Parking brake pads (L&R)
  • Front brake pads (L&R)
  • Rear brake pads (L&R)
  • Winch Rope
  • Grille pins

Broken Gear

Unexpected camping and cooking failures. Check the surfaces of your flat flares before moving, and DO NOT pack iPads behind sliding seats.

  • iPad Screen (x3)
  • Camelbak Bladder (x2)
  • iPhone
  • Sunglasses (x2)
  • Solar regulator
  • Anderson plug (x2)
  • Roof top tent (RTT) cover zipper
  • Screws for RTT frame (x2)
  • Awning pole tip
  • Tailgate table support cable
  • Hair brush
  • iPad mount
  • Hema atlas
  • Camp stove
  • Tent Mattress

Sent Home

Pam brought way to much clothing, and Nick overpacked tools and recovery gear. Enormous and sincere thanks to our Sydney friends for help, advice, and storing our junk.

  • Waeco Fridge Stand
  • Duplicate tools (Spanners, screw drivers etc.)
  • Warm clothes (Jeans x2, sweaters x3)
  • Winter clothes (Toques, mittens)
  • Leggings (x2)
  • Tank tops (x2)
  • Backpack
  • Tree protector strap
  • AC/DC battery charger
  • Electrical extension cable
  • Pillow
  • LED work-lights (Pair)
  • Awning wall (C-channel position)
  • King sized sheets

Catch us on social media if you have questions about our Jeep’s mishaps or packing choices. Cheers!