The Grey Nomads - General Forum

Gus1949 · Gus1949

The following is on a trucking companies web site to assist drivers who will be on the highways with trucks: https://centurion.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Driver-Road-Safety-Tips-Card.pdf Copy and past onto your browser.

milo · milo

for those travelling around NSW this might be a good site http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/ thanks Cindy for making this a sticky with this crisis still going -- Edited by milo on Wednesday 23rd of October 2013 11:14:43 AM

Webmaster · Webmaster

Hi everybody. Just wanted to let you all know that – due to ‘overwhelming’ public demand – we have recently extended our line of grey nomads merchandise. You can see the range at our shop here. I know there was some chat on here a month or two ago about people wanting shirts and I am delighted to say we have...

Webmaster · Webmaster

Are you boiling hot, freezing cold, or soaking wet? Is the wind howling or is there a gentle sea breeze cooling you as you sip a pina colada on the beach? Feel free to use this section to let other nomads know how the weather is where you are in this wonderful country, and how you are planning to make the most...

Hylda&Jon · Hylda&Jon

None of us have been everywhere in Australia but if all us grey nomads combined our photo's the result would probably cover most of it. This is the spot to try and stump each other as to where a particular scenic photo has been taken. Please include something in the photos submitted that will be an obviou...

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

For me two places stand out ( more will come to mind, but I'm a senior so I am having a moment) 1 Mataranka, a stunning spot I thought, the springs are usually full of grey nomads immersed in the warm water, the meals at the resaurant were fantastic and the Van Park though a bit on the dusty side was very clean...

Bru · Bru

Anyone out there who has one (thats a 12v only) and any opinion of them. Thinking of puling out my old 3 way, adding more solar and another battery plus fitting a charger for when we have 240v We are currently in the NT and the old fridge struggles. Lucky we have an extra in the car.

Donesailing · Donesailing

Hi all, I have a 225 litre 3 way AES Dometic refrigerator in my van and just love it. Forty degree days and the beer is still ice cold. One problem I do have is a few hairline cracks in the inner shell of the refrigerator behind the crisper bins. On humid days water will drip from the cracks however the humid...

peter_s · peter_s

Called in to CAMEC the other day looking at gas bayonet fitting and hose to connect bbq. was informed that as of Nov2019 ALL fittings using the gas bayonet fitting on a van must have a gas flame failure fitting.(SEE PHOTO) Apparently Weber Q's do not comply with this new rule (CAMEC says). Better check...

yobarr · yobarr

While I was busy today,with my bathroom scales,checking my towball weight,another caravanner approached and asked what I was doing.Despite me giving him a detailed explanation of the process,he was completely lost,and said "I tow a 2 tonne van.....what should my towball weight be?". Because I h...

Flags2 · Flags2

Hi All, Set off on our big lap (or 2) from Canberra this morning. Travelling down the Hume on our way to Wagga we saw the most wonderful sight. The Hay Run convoy was travelling north. I estimated there had to be about 80 semis all up. I know there were a lot from WA but I think there were also a lot of semis f...

Gavinwr27 · Gavinwr27

What is the best way to get important documents printed and or scanned when you are away from home ? For example, purchase contracts and similar documents that need to be signed and sent back?

iana · iana

I have a couple of Eveready 2x D cell LED torches, I can't remember when I last changed the batteries, best general purpose torch I have owned, but has a very short range. Looking for a torch with range, preferably LED. Looking at 3 x D Cell Maglite, can also be used as a knockometer if the situation arises...

Marius · Marius

Hi All, Just looking for some advice- Im thinking of buying a new caravan- what percentage discount can you expect from the dealership when buying for cash. thank you

Webmaster · Webmaster

Hi all, We’ve had a request from SmartBar to ask if anyone who uses SmartBar bullbars would be happy to provide them with a testimonial? If so, please either send me a PM or email me at editorial@thegreynomads.com.au. Thanks.

Dazza53 · Dazza53

Hello all, My first post !! We have recently retired and ready to buy our first van. Can anyone offer their experience with vans like Swift and Bailey. We really like the layout but a bit worried about ground clearance. We are not intending doing the real 'rough stuff' but would like to be able to get o...

goldcoaster · goldcoaster

What is the best route and best time to travel through Sydney. I have a big rig towing small car.

Branchie · Branchie

Hi again all, I am chasing ideas on installing a single arm davit on the back of my van's rear bar (load capacity of 160kg). Has anyone got one and if so would they share the design or manufacture with me.. I am thinking of unloading and loading the twin spare tyres etc..

Scenicview · Scenicview

Hi all, we pick up our new Blue Sky van in a few weeks time and need to buy mirrors for my VW Amarok ute, any suggestions as to what works well and easy to put on and remove, cheers John

Warren-Pat_01 · Warren-Pat_01

In tomorrow's Townsville Bulletin, there is an article about charging $10-15 a vehicle to stay at the now free camps North of the city. They are conducting a survey to gauge the feelings about the proposed change. Currently the vote seems to be around 30/70 for/against, with comments why turn these p...

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	STICKY: Road Train Etiquette ( 1 2 ) (Preview) The following is on a trucking companies web site to assist drivers who will be on the highways with trucks: https://centurion.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Driver-Road-Safety-Tips-Card.pdf Copy and past onto your browser.	Gus1949	57	23427	06:06 PM Oct 19, 2019 by BW
	STICKY: Fire Updates ( 1 2 3 4 5 … 6 ) (Preview) for those travelling around NSW this might be a good site http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/ thanks Cindy for making this a sticky with this crisis still going -- Edited by milo on Wednesday 23rd of October 2013 11:14:43 AM	milo	174	128502	12:49 PM Jan 4, 2020 by Dougwe
	STICKY: GN Merchandise update ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi everybody. Just wanted to let you all know that – due to ‘overwhelming’ public demand – we have recently extended our line of grey nomads merchandise. You can see the range at our shop here. I know there was some chat on here a month or two ago about people wanting shirts and I am delighted to say we have...	Webmaster	51	56192	03:55 PM Sep 17, 2018 by rgren2
	STICKY: What's the weather like where you are? ( First … Last » ) (Preview) Are you boiling hot, freezing cold, or soaking wet? Is the wind howling or is there a gentle sea breeze cooling you as you sip a pina colada on the beach? Feel free to use this section to let other nomads know how the weather is where you are in this wonderful country, and how you are planning to make the most...	Webmaster	3297	424989	10:13 AM Dec 30, 2019 by Cupie
	STICKY: PICK THIS PLACE ( First … Last » ) 369 (Preview) None of us have been everywhere in Australia but if all us grey nomads combined our photo's the result would probably cover most of it. This is the spot to try and stump each other as to where a particular scenic photo has been taken. Please include something in the photos submitted that will be an obviou...	Hylda&Jon	22106	4189357	11:38 PM Jan 25, 2020 by Bill B
	STICKY: MAGIC Place you have been... ( 1 2 3 4 5 … 16 ) (Preview) For me two places stand out ( more will come to mind, but I'm a senior so I am having a moment) 1 Mataranka, a stunning spot I thought, the springs are usually full of grey nomads immersed in the warm water, the meals at the resaurant were fantastic and the Van Park though a bit on the dusty side was very clean...	Basil Faulty	478	207091	05:59 PM Dec 9, 2019 by matildatraveller
	Bushman Fridge (Preview) Anyone out there who has one (thats a 12v only) and any opinion of them. Thinking of puling out my old 3 way, adding more solar and another battery plus fitting a charger for when we have 240v We are currently in the NT and the old fridge struggles. Lucky we have an extra in the car.	Bru	1	47	04:40 PM Jan 26, 2020 by Whenarewethere
	Cracks in Dometic refrigerator inner wall (Preview) Hi all, I have a 225 litre 3 way AES Dometic refrigerator in my van and just love it. Forty degree days and the beer is still ice cold. One problem I do have is a few hairline cracks in the inner shell of the refrigerator behind the crisper bins. On humid days water will drip from the cracks however the humid...	Donesailing	2	67	03:15 PM Jan 26, 2020 by Possum3
	BBQ on Gas Bayonet (Preview) Called in to CAMEC the other day looking at gas bayonet fitting and hose to connect bbq. was informed that as of Nov2019 ALL fittings using the gas bayonet fitting on a van must have a gas flame failure fitting.(SEE PHOTO) Apparently Weber Q's do not comply with this new rule (CAMEC says). Better check...	peter_s	12	483	04:56 PM Jan 26, 2020 by Peter_n_Margaret
	Weights and Insurance? No idea mate.... (Preview) While I was busy today,with my bathroom scales,checking my towball weight,another caravanner approached and asked what I was doing.Despite me giving him a detailed explanation of the process,he was completely lost,and said "I tow a 2 tonne van.....what should my towball weight be?". Because I h...	yobarr	14	646	04:17 PM Jan 26, 2020 by Brodie Allen
	Proud to Be An Aussie (Preview) Hi All, Set off on our big lap (or 2) from Canberra this morning. Travelling down the Hume on our way to Wagga we saw the most wonderful sight. The Hay Run convoy was travelling north. I estimated there had to be about 80 semis all up. I know there were a lot from WA but I think there were also a lot of semis f...	Flags2	4	446	09:27 AM Jan 26, 2020 by JayDee
	How to print docs when mobile? (Preview) What is the best way to get important documents printed and or scanned when you are away from home ? For example, purchase contracts and similar documents that need to be signed and sent back?	Gavinwr27	10	421	09:09 PM Jan 25, 2020 by Gavinwr27
	What torch do you carry ? (Preview) I have a couple of Eveready 2x D cell LED torches, I can't remember when I last changed the batteries, best general purpose torch I have owned, but has a very short range. Looking for a torch with range, preferably LED. Looking at 3 x D Cell Maglite, can also be used as a knockometer if the situation arises...	iana	15	466	04:28 PM Jan 25, 2020 by Bobdown
	Discount on purchasing a new caravan (Preview) Hi All, Just looking for some advice- Im thinking of buying a new caravan- what percentage discount can you expect from the dealership when buying for cash. thank you	Marius	12	590	06:00 PM Jan 24, 2020 by Bill B
	SmartBar (Preview) Hi all, We’ve had a request from SmartBar to ask if anyone who uses SmartBar bullbars would be happy to provide them with a testimonial? If so, please either send me a PM or email me at editorial@thegreynomads.com.au. Thanks.	Webmaster	0	311	12:22 PM Jan 23, 2020 by Webmaster
	Eropean or Australian ? (Preview) Hello all, My first post !! We have recently retired and ready to buy our first van. Can anyone offer their experience with vans like Swift and Bailey. We really like the layout but a bit worried about ground clearance. We are not intending doing the real 'rough stuff' but would like to be able to get o...	Dazza53	11	568	01:38 PM Jan 25, 2020 by Greg 1
	Newcastle to Wollongong (Preview) What is the best route and best time to travel through Sydney. I have a big rig towing small car.	goldcoaster	3	300	06:43 AM Jan 24, 2020 by goldcoaster
	Small single arm davit (Preview) Hi again all, I am chasing ideas on installing a single arm davit on the back of my van's rear bar (load capacity of 160kg). Has anyone got one and if so would they share the design or manufacture with me.. I am thinking of unloading and loading the twin spare tyres etc..	Branchie	6	372	12:50 AM Jan 24, 2020 by Branchie
	Towing mirrors, which ones (Preview) Hi all, we pick up our new Blue Sky van in a few weeks time and need to buy mirrors for my VW Amarok ute, any suggestions as to what works well and easy to put on and remove, cheers John	Scenicview	23	639	05:39 PM Jan 24, 2020 by Farmhat
	Townsville Council charges? (Preview) In tomorrow's Townsville Bulletin, there is an article about charging $10-15 a vehicle to stay at the now free camps North of the city. They are conducting a survey to gauge the feelings about the proposed change. Currently the vote seems to be around 30/70 for/against, with comments why turn these p...	Warren-Pat_01	8	560	01:54 PM Jan 24, 2020 by msg
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