Day 253 Katoomba Friday 15th February 2013

 G'day

We continued with painting today, Simon priming the window sills and painting the high spots I couldn’t reach, I painted the walls. All went well the second coat went on and before the 20 minutes “touch dry” period passed the weather turned from brilliant sunshine to pouring rain, washing paint off the back wall. Looks like it will get another coat tomorrow. There was activity all around with a couple of visitors and final preparations for the garage sale. 

Chris made an excellent pizza for lunch, I made chow mien for tea. 

Simon and I are both researching various aspects of long distance hiking, I am focusing on the meal prep and overall pack contents and weight.

We have had a bit of trouble with the relay which charges the rear battery (that runs the fridge) so Simon bit the bullet and purchased some replacement gizmo from Jaycar, which came in today. I held the umbrella while he installed it to the car. All working. However then the starter motor died (it has been a little bit slow the last month or so). The NRMA attended and gave Simon a push start and recommended a local auto electrician. The roadside NRMA starter motor replacement service on offer does not apply in this area or to our model pajero, just our luck! At least we should be able to roll the start the car on Monday and drive to the garage.

Cheers

Susan

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