Before you embark on your next outdoor adventure, ensuring your camper trailer is in top condition is crucial for a safe and smooth journey. At Ovesco, we provide high-quality industrial and transport fasteners and hardware to ensure your trailer still is secure and functional no matter where your travels take you. Here's a comprehensive maintenance checklist to help you prepare your trailer for the road.1. T-Handles and Storage BoxesStart by examining all T-handles on your trailer’s storage b...
Your guide to installing replacement gas struts on your car’s bonnetIf you’ve had your car for a decade or more, chances are your gas struts (or gas stays) are close to the end of their lifespan. Maybe you’ve noticed your car’s bonnet won’t automatically open anymore. Maybe you haven’t noticed they’ve failed at all, but your mechanic told you so at your last servicing.You can ask your mechanic to replace your gas struts for you. But what they’ll save you in convenience, they’ll...
Image curtsey of REvanPEDAt ovesco, we love drawer slides! These handy little components are commonly used to attach and facilitate the movement of drawers in your van, your ute’s canopy, your toolbox, caravan, or trailer. Drawer slides are usually made of metal or plastic and are designed to provide a smooth and controlled sliding motion for the drawer.Drawer slides are essential in providing the smooth and controlled movement of drawers in furniture, making it easy to access and organise the...
Is the #vanlife calling this Autumn? As the weather cools down, there is no better time than to warm up the RV, van, 4WD or ute. You won’t die of heat exhaustion while trying to sleep at night; the sunsets are spectacular; the scenery extra beautiful as Autumn leaves fall and popular tourist destinations are less busy than during the summer months.Let’s hit the road!Where in Australia should I travel this Autumn?Australia has many beautiful destinations to explore during autumn. Here are som...
Gas struts, also known as gas springs or gas stays, play an important role in the smooth operation of various parts of a vehicle, including the bonnet, boot, some windows, and pop-tops. Over time, these gas struts gradually lose pressure and will eventually be unable to support the load of the component they are designed to support. Here are some ways to know when it's time to replace your vehicle's gas strut.Signs to look out for include:Difficulty in opening the boot or bonnetOne of the most c...
How do I choose the right gas strut for my vehicle?There are thousands of different gas struts available. That is because gas struts for vehicles are used in loads of ways. Most cars have gas struts in the boot, bonnet, hood and/or door. So, what exactly is a gas strut? Simply put, gas struts are the things that stop your boot from hitting your head every time you open it!Not all cars have gas struts up front but basically, every vehicle has them in the back. They do wear out with age. As soon a...
If you work hard and drive hard, this is the article for you! As the cost of living rises, we all want to get as much bang for our buck when it comes to vehicle longevity. Whether you’re adventuring off the grid, pushing it hard off-road or simply going about your daily business, here are our top tips to extend the life of your truck, ute, van, maintenance vehicle or whatever other vehicle is in your collection. Protecting your vehicle with the right products preserves it - and your peace of...
New year, new adventure? If you’re planning to hit the road and tick up those kilometres in 2023, January is the time to sort out your vehicle and make sure it’s travel-ready. To help you get your motorhome, caravan or other recreational vehicles in safe, tip-top condition ahead of your next trip, we have put together this handy checklist.Pre-trip checklist1. Complete scheduled maintenanceWhether you’re heading bush or beach, it is important to ensure your motorhome, campervan, caravan or...
Are your vehicles ready for your summer getaways?Ute’s gleaming, the 4WDs got fresh oil and the pop-up tent is ready to go. Grab the fishing rods, chuck in the boards, stock up the eskie and you’re set. Summer adventures are officially happening! If you’re planning to get out and about this summer, especially if it’s for some good times off-road, it’s important that your vehicles and camping equipment are in proper working condition. No one wants to set up shop for a night by the fire...
A whopping $500,000 worth of power tools were stolen from cars, trailers and shops in the suburbs of Melbourne earlier in the year. The culprits - a 33-year-old man and a 28-year-old - were two everyday Joes, unsuspected by all. Tradies across Melbourne cursed the loss of their expensive tools and lost wages.Don’t be like these guys! Tools stolen from the job site cost Aussie tradies millions each year.Most tool thefts are opportunistic - a passerby will notice that your canopy looks easy to g...
