The Grey Nomads - General

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

I have converted from deep cycle lead batteries to Lithium (some time ago) and a few queries have arisen in my mind as I contemplate the changes and management of same: Charging from an auxiliary array (no regulator) - connect direct to battery or to existing array charger/regulator? Is the roof arr...

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

How hard would it be for rangers to download a list of paid number plates in a given campsite and do a quick walk-around in the site to locate non arrivals or unpaid arrivals late arvo? Then all he might do is tap on the miscreants and they might be blackballed on the Nat Pks site for back pay and a sizeable $...

Dreamcaster51 · Dreamcaster51

Hi guys, after a bit of help from Jayco owners. I purchased a used 2003 Jayco Heritage 21'6" van recently, the batteries were stuffed so changing them over. There is a Breaksafe series 4000 brakeaway system fitted, battery good in this. What I am after is where does the black wire go from the front of the...

kdarvell · kdarvell

Has anyone fitted a rack to the rear of a Winnebago Jerviis that will carry a 35Kg Electric Trike?

John Curtin · John Curtin

Hi all, wanting to road trip Shellharbour to Lightning Ridge and return via Tamworth, time frame about 4 weeks Currently planning to stop at Cowra, Dubbo, Nyngan, Bourke, Lightning Ridge, Narrabri, Moree, Inverell, Glen Innes, Tamworth. Any recommendations regarding what roads and towns to avo...

GeoffSA · GeoffSA

I intend towing my 3.3t van with a 2001 gu 4.2td patrol from Wagga to Tathra, just wondering the easiest route.Thanks, Geoff

snap1946 · snap1946

hi all has any one used a zipper repair kit to fix a broken zipper

Juspokinlong · Juspokinlong

Hi Boaties, wanting recommendations on which tinnie to choose Sea jay 3.5h/s or quintrex F350 outback. Thanks

Magnarc · Magnarc

In a recent post (since deleted) I made reference to a post by DMaxer that he did not write. I always try to get it right but slipped up this time. Apologies to DMaxer.

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

Did you know that your beloved coffee would not be there except for MIDGES? MIDGES are the pollenating activist for the COCAO flower and of course the eventual bean ends up being your coffee! Bees are not involved. "Stolen" from Public Domain. -- Edited by Brodie Allen on Thursday 28th of Augu...

Brianvicki · Brianvicki

Im looking at putting an annexe on our poptop, but use shade cloth front and sides. i am aware I can purchase anti flap bars for the side which clamps onto the awning and has a rope track for the side to slide into. has anyone had actual experience in doing this and is there anything I need to be aware of? als...

Peter Wade · Peter Wade

Hi I'm new to this forum. If you could advise me I'd appreciate it. I've bought a caravan and I need to get a generator. I was thinking diesel would be best then I don't have to carry petrol. (Except 2 stroke for my chainsaw) I want it to be quiet of course. Could anyone advise the best one to get please. I kno...

Hendo · Hendo

Heading from Coffs Harbour to Qld via Goondiwindi. 20 foot van, 3lt Nissan. What's the best route over the range? A. Coffs, Dorigo, Armidale B. Coffs, Grafton, Glenn Innes C. Coffs, Casino, Tenterfield Thanks PS. Unfortunately it's not me travelling but an old mate who asked for advice. Told him I wo...

rgren2 · rgren2

https://www.9news.com.au/national/caravan-wa-halls-creek-tourist-fighting-for-life/4e1a8440-21a0-4ca3-af85-6df1f4a64ee8

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

Since a generator is connected to the house battery and the battery is normally situated between generator and loads (items using the power) why can't a much cheaper standard generator be used instead of the much more PSW (inverter) genny be used? I would think that the battery provides the power an...

cobberdog · cobberdog

Our van has leaked water from the day we picked it up(new). No one can seem to find how the water gets in. We had cupboards that rotted in the corners but were replaced under warranty,but it still leaks when it rains hard such as in a storm. Its now out of warranty but its still leaks more than ever before bu...

Land cruiser · Land cruiser

Hi, I am totally new to the RV scene. I am looking to spend the New Zealand winters up in the warmer weather in Australia For the next few years (Will probably be 50:50 camp site free camping) Im about to order our first MH. Haven't totally decided on which one as yet. Considering the NZ Trail lite 758 X land...

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

Some 10 years ago I installed an SOG toilet ventilator onto the Thetford cassette standard in the van. It took about an hour, and was a bit expensive I thought but in retrspect it was one of the best additions I have made. There is NO odour ever and runs near silently while the loo is in use and draws about...

Aging into the night · Aging into the night

I've got a 240ah lithium battery in my camper trailer, I'm thinking of putting in another 240ah battery and upgrading the solar array from 250 watts to 600 watts. Or purchasing a generator/ inverter (around the $500 to$1000 mark). the generator will be the cheaper option, but my concern is the noise....

Brianvicki · Brianvicki

We have 2 x 120w solarking panels on our poptop, seems like one is now faulty, and of course I that exact size one is not available now. so it looks like I will need to replace both panels, we only use about 25 amps overnight from our 100 amp lithium, so anything from 240 to 300 watts is ample for us (were inWA,...

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	LITHIUM BATTERIES charging from car/from auxiliary solar panels/from generator. (Preview) I have converted from deep cycle lead batteries to Lithium (some time ago) and a few queries have arisen in my mind as I contemplate the changes and management of same: Charging from an auxiliary array (no regulator) - connect direct to battery or to existing array charger/regulator? Is the roof arr...	Brodie Allen	4	1131	01:45 PM Sep 12, 2025 by Brodie Allen
	GHOST CAMPERS (not) IN NATIONAL PARKS (Preview) How hard would it be for rangers to download a list of paid number plates in a given campsite and do a quick walk-around in the site to locate non arrivals or unpaid arrivals late arvo? Then all he might do is tap on the miscreants and they might be blackballed on the Nat Pks site for back pay and a sizeable $...	Brodie Allen	7	1069	12:08 AM Sep 12, 2025 by msg
	Breaksafe series 4000 (Preview) Hi guys, after a bit of help from Jayco owners. I purchased a used 2003 Jayco Heritage 21'6" van recently, the batteries were stuffed so changing them over. There is a Breaksafe series 4000 brakeaway system fitted, battery good in this. What I am after is where does the black wire go from the front of the...	Dreamcaster51	3	419	04:26 PM Sep 9, 2025 by Dreamcaster51
	Has anyone fitted a rack to the rear of a Winnebago Jerviis that will carry a 35Kg Electric Trike? (Preview) Has anyone fitted a rack to the rear of a Winnebago Jerviis that will carry a 35Kg Electric Trike?	kdarvell	0	672	03:19 PM Sep 7, 2025 by kdarvell
	Shellharbour to Lightning Ridge and return via Tamworth (Preview) Hi all, wanting to road trip Shellharbour to Lightning Ridge and return via Tamworth, time frame about 4 weeks Currently planning to stop at Cowra, Dubbo, Nyngan, Bourke, Lightning Ridge, Narrabri, Moree, Inverell, Glen Innes, Tamworth. Any recommendations regarding what roads and towns to avo...	John Curtin	2	719	08:00 AM Sep 6, 2025 by rmoor
	Travelling to Tathra (Preview) I intend towing my 3.3t van with a 2001 gu 4.2td patrol from Wagga to Tathra, just wondering the easiest route.Thanks, Geoff	GeoffSA	9	858	08:30 AM Sep 1, 2025 by GeoffSA
	zipper zipper (Preview) hi all has any one used a zipper repair kit to fix a broken zipper	snap1946	0	663	07:25 AM Sep 1, 2025 by snap1946
	Cartopper tinnys (Preview) Hi Boaties, wanting recommendations on which tinnie to choose Sea jay 3.5h/s or quintrex F350 outback. Thanks	Juspokinlong	0	230	08:48 AM Aug 30, 2025 by Juspokinlong
	My mistake. (Preview) In a recent post (since deleted) I made reference to a post by DMaxer that he did not write. I always try to get it right but slipped up this time. Apologies to DMaxer.	Magnarc	0	654	12:44 PM Aug 28, 2025 by Magnarc
	I LOVE MIDGES !! (Preview) Did you know that your beloved coffee would not be there except for MIDGES? MIDGES are the pollenating activist for the COCAO flower and of course the eventual bean ends up being your coffee! Bees are not involved. "Stolen" from Public Domain. -- Edited by Brodie Allen on Thursday 28th of Augu...	Brodie Allen	5	543	11:54 AM Aug 28, 2025 by Dick0
	Poptop annexe ? (Preview) Im looking at putting an annexe on our poptop, but use shade cloth front and sides. i am aware I can purchase anti flap bars for the side which clamps onto the awning and has a rope track for the side to slide into. has anyone had actual experience in doing this and is there anything I need to be aware of? als...	Brianvicki	4	599	09:20 PM Aug 26, 2025 by Ineedabiggerboat
	Generator and Starlink (Preview) Hi I'm new to this forum. If you could advise me I'd appreciate it. I've bought a caravan and I need to get a generator. I was thinking diesel would be best then I don't have to carry petrol. (Except 2 stroke for my chainsaw) I want it to be quiet of course. Could anyone advise the best one to get please. I kno...	Peter Wade	5	754	01:32 PM Aug 23, 2025 by KiloBravo
	Best way to go (Preview) Heading from Coffs Harbour to Qld via Goondiwindi. 20 foot van, 3lt Nissan. What's the best route over the range? A. Coffs, Dorigo, Armidale B. Coffs, Grafton, Glenn Innes C. Coffs, Casino, Tenterfield Thanks PS. Unfortunately it's not me travelling but an old mate who asked for advice. Told him I wo...	Hendo	9	930	04:23 PM Aug 20, 2025 by Bicyclecamper
	Secure your vehicle. (Preview) https://www.9news.com.au/national/caravan-wa-halls-creek-tourist-fighting-for-life/4e1a8440-21a0-4ca3-af85-6df1f4a64ee8	rgren2	1	609	08:11 PM Aug 18, 2025 by rgren2
	Why do we need a Pure Sine Wave generator . . . . (Preview) Since a generator is connected to the house battery and the battery is normally situated between generator and loads (items using the power) why can't a much cheaper standard generator be used instead of the much more PSW (inverter) genny be used? I would think that the battery provides the power an...	Brodie Allen	5	679	10:55 AM Aug 18, 2025 by Brodie Allen
	JAYCO Journey/Outback leaks. NOT HAPPY JAN. (Preview) Our van has leaked water from the day we picked it up(new). No one can seem to find how the water gets in. We had cupboards that rotted in the corners but were replaced under warranty,but it still leaks when it rains hard such as in a storm. Its now out of warranty but its still leaks more than ever before bu...	cobberdog	1	561	05:04 PM Aug 13, 2025 by Bicyclecamper
	What is the top of the range air conditioning unit and what size to use (Preview) Hi, I am totally new to the RV scene. I am looking to spend the New Zealand winters up in the warmer weather in Australia For the next few years (Will probably be 50:50 camp site free camping) Im about to order our first MH. Haven't totally decided on which one as yet. Considering the NZ Trail lite 758 X land...	Land cruiser	15	2655	11:01 AM Aug 12, 2025 by Whenarewethere
	SOG toilet ventilator - no odours FORGET CHEMICALS (Preview) Some 10 years ago I installed an SOG toilet ventilator onto the Thetford cassette standard in the van. It took about an hour, and was a bit expensive I thought but in retrspect it was one of the best additions I have made. There is NO odour ever and runs near silently while the loo is in use and draws about...	Brodie Allen	16	961	04:47 PM Aug 11, 2025 by Cupie
	Another battery or a "quiet"generator ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I've got a 240ah lithium battery in my camper trailer, I'm thinking of putting in another 240ah battery and upgrading the solar array from 250 watts to 600 watts. Or purchasing a generator/ inverter (around the $500 to$1000 mark). the generator will be the cheaper option, but my concern is the noise....	Aging into the night	49	1986	10:03 AM Aug 8, 2025 by Aging into the night
	Replacing solar panels ( 1 2 ) (Preview) We have 2 x 120w solarking panels on our poptop, seems like one is now faulty, and of course I that exact size one is not available now. so it looks like I will need to replace both panels, we only use about 25 amps overnight from our 100 amp lithium, so anything from 240 to 300 watts is ample for us (were inWA,...	Brianvicki	31	1244	07:54 PM Aug 7, 2025 by TimTim
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