The Grey Nomads - General

Buzz Lightbulb · Buzz Lightbulb

Hi all, Possum3 suggested that I post my question to this forum, so here it is: My wife and I plan to take a few months to travel from south NSW to Townsville and back to visit my sister. We're wondering which routes to follow and what attractions or towns you suggest we see. At first I thought up the coast r...

alanp7315 · alanp7315

Hi guys long time since I have been here but been travelling in a camper trailer but father time and arthritis has caught me and the good lady boss. Been looking for a caravan for going to Cape York, Savannah Way to Darwin then Gibb River Road to Broome. Any recommendations we will be sticking to the forme...

wombat50 · wombat50

I am looking at carrying a bike on the rear of the van. van is 18.5 ft and at the moment no trouble with the towing, never noticed any swaying, also use a WDH. The bike weights 15kg, is this enough to cause any swaying or any other difference to the towing of the van. How much weight can you add before it will ma...

M80 D · M80 D

There is a lot of information regarding the correct towbar for the latest Nissan Patrol. How ever it is all confusing as to weather I need a WDH or not.Opinion 1Nissan does not recommend the use of WDH on any of their vehicles in AUS. An aftermarket towbar makes no difference. A WDH induces significant a...

Old and Grey · Old and Grey

Morning all, Just brought a set of S/S Mister hitchers shims 100mm long, off evil bay to try on our tow hitch. $30.00 Have used my own set up over the years. I have the need to change over while away to remove the boat. This one looks the goods. Have you got these or others and how do they preform. Grey

Grumpytoo · Grumpytoo

Had to pick up a few things at Aldi. As usual had a browse along the specials. Saw they had Cable Ties on special. On closer look they have 2 types. The usual 500 piece set and a 50 piece set of reusable ties. Brought the reusable ties. Price is up though this time. Glenn

Warren-Pat_01 · Warren-Pat_01

Hi everyone, Much has been written here about caravan covers, some preferring to use the grey/silver tarps. With the conventional covers, does the van get hot while under the cover? I bought one off eBay a while ago (made in China). It seems to have what I call "breathing" patches all through the mater...

The Preacher · The Preacher

Wifey and I are hoping to begin our touring adventure late in April with our 20' 2.48 Tonne Windsor dual axle caravan. Been thinking of getting a 2015 diesel 4x4 MUX to pull it with. They are listed as having 3,000 kg braked towing capacity. So we're wondering how people are finding the MUX's for towing o...

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

Interesting read but too late for me!!! -- Edited by Brodie Allen on Wednesday 10th of February 2021 04:48:54 PM

dorian · dorian

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-02-08/bushwalker-faces-fine-over-queensland-crystal-find/13129054

Sawtellrob · Sawtellrob

We pick up our new 18 foot Jayco Journey Outback in April and I'd like to have some form of stone protection for it. I'm looking for DIY ideas which have worked for you as a start point for my research. What have you experienced folk got? Thanks Rob

JayDee · JayDee

We have a sliding screen between our bedroom and the rest of our 22ft van. Plus a sliding door to the ensuite. Wondering would this unit work in either section of our closed van. Has anyone on this forum bought one and if so does it work.? I rather think it could be a great unit, if and I say if, it does the job i...

Jason F · Jason F

I just got slugged $3,161 for rego in NSW plus some extreme limited use comprehensive insurance (this is the absolute minimum cost for a 4x4 medium truck). I plan to put a small slide-on camper on the back. Its an absolute toy compared to the size of most motorhomes. I don't think I can keep paying this r...

Warren-Pat_01 · Warren-Pat_01

Hello everyone, I read in Today's Bulletin that the Council website for booking stays at the city's sites (beaches, in the mountains - no I would not take van to Paluma) has been released. It is https://townsville.book-able.net.au/ As reported last year they will eventually add a charge but the fir...

tea spoon · tea spoon

just got back from 5 days away at Edithburg van park york peninsula SA.......unfortunatly the weather was atrocious the wind and rain was bad im glad i had my new Devanti tv and dvd player with discs as it was mostly stuck in the van days .......it was still sort of enjoyable and i was going to have 5 days at...

hodgie55 · hodgie55

Has anyone fitted Witi security system to their caravan.If so would like to know members thoughts please.Thanks Ian

dorian · dorian

I was under the impression that grey nomads who turned up at farm gates looking for work as fruit pickers would have no trouble getting hired. Not so this "young" guy (53 years): Would-be fruit picker calls for more flexible hiring practices as growers seek answers to worker shortage: [url]https:/...

elliemike · elliemike

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-01-31/covid-quarantine-hotel-worker-tests-positive-in-perth-wa/13106968-- Edited by elliemike on Sunday 31st of January 2021 04:39:55 PM

NoelB · NoelB

Hi. I will retire in about 5 years but want to buy a Prado soon to start personalising it. I've looked at the differences between the base GX and the GXL and reckon I can save myself around $6k. I don't need the third row of seats (more room and better for the sliding fridge/freezer) and I think I can get by wi...

Gezza E · Gezza E

Hi All My Wife And I Are Planning our Big Trip To God Knows Where but we Don't really care Any Tips on Job serking Places To Go to get a start We Both Have Good Skills and Experience I'm A Qual Cabinetmaker also Welder HC Licence Forklift Licence Bus Driver Bus Depot Manager Bla Bla You get The Picture W...

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	Advice please for trip up to Townsville and back (Preview) Hi all, Possum3 suggested that I post my question to this forum, so here it is: My wife and I plan to take a few months to travel from south NSW to Townsville and back to visit my sister. We're wondering which routes to follow and what attractions or towns you suggest we see. At first I thought up the coast r...	Buzz Lightbulb	13	2203	02:06 PM Feb 13, 2021 by Buzz Lightbulb
	Off-road caravans ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi guys long time since I have been here but been travelling in a camper trailer but father time and arthritis has caught me and the good lady boss. Been looking for a caravan for going to Cape York, Savannah Way to Darwin then Gibb River Road to Broome. Any recommendations we will be sticking to the forme...	alanp7315	30	3189	09:22 AM Feb 13, 2021 by landy
	adding weight to rear of van ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I am looking at carrying a bike on the rear of the van. van is 18.5 ft and at the moment no trouble with the towing, never noticed any swaying, also use a WDH. The bike weights 15kg, is this enough to cause any swaying or any other difference to the towing of the van. How much weight can you add before it will ma...	wombat50	42	3036	08:08 AM Feb 13, 2021 by travelyounger
	Y62 2020 Patrol towbar (Preview) There is a lot of information regarding the correct towbar for the latest Nissan Patrol. How ever it is all confusing as to weather I need a WDH or not.Opinion 1Nissan does not recommend the use of WDH on any of their vehicles in AUS. An aftermarket towbar makes no difference. A WDH induces significant a...	M80 D	8	603	07:48 AM Feb 13, 2021 by M80 D
	Anti rattle shims (Preview) Morning all, Just brought a set of S/S Mister hitchers shims 100mm long, off evil bay to try on our tow hitch. $30.00 Have used my own set up over the years. I have the need to change over while away to remove the boat. This one looks the goods. Have you got these or others and how do they preform. Grey	Old and Grey	28	2047	03:08 PM Feb 12, 2021 by Old and Grey
	What a find !!!! (Preview) Had to pick up a few things at Aldi. As usual had a browse along the specials. Saw they had Cable Ties on special. On closer look they have 2 types. The usual 500 piece set and a 50 piece set of reusable ties. Brought the reusable ties. Price is up though this time. Glenn	Grumpytoo	11	1769	02:07 PM Feb 12, 2021 by littledick
	Caravan covers (Preview) Hi everyone, Much has been written here about caravan covers, some preferring to use the grey/silver tarps. With the conventional covers, does the van get hot while under the cover? I bought one off eBay a while ago (made in China). It seems to have what I call "breathing" patches all through the mater...	Warren-Pat_01	0	348	10:44 AM Feb 12, 2021 by Warren-Pat_01
	Diesel Isuzu 4X4 MUX experiences. (Preview) Wifey and I are hoping to begin our touring adventure late in April with our 20' 2.48 Tonne Windsor dual axle caravan. Been thinking of getting a 2015 diesel 4x4 MUX to pull it with. They are listed as having 3,000 kg braked towing capacity. So we're wondering how people are finding the MUX's for towing o...	The Preacher	8	1190	09:25 AM Feb 12, 2021 by travelyounger
	Anti-aging effects of L-Argenine (Preview) Interesting read but too late for me!!! -- Edited by Brodie Allen on Wednesday 10th of February 2021 04:48:54 PM	Brodie Allen	0	532	04:48 PM Feb 10, 2021 by Brodie Allen
	Pensioner faces $665 fine for taking crystal from Queensland national park (Preview) https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-02-08/bushwalker-faces-fine-over-queensland-crystal-find/13129054	dorian	10	1453	06:48 AM Feb 10, 2021 by dorian
	DIY stone protection ideas ( 1 2 ) (Preview) We pick up our new 18 foot Jayco Journey Outback in April and I'd like to have some form of stone protection for it. I'm looking for DIY ideas which have worked for you as a start point for my research. What have you experienced folk got? Thanks Rob	Sawtellrob	32	3998	04:36 PM Feb 8, 2021 by oldbloke
	portable air cooler... ( 1 2 ) (Preview) We have a sliding screen between our bedroom and the rest of our 22ft van. Plus a sliding door to the ensuite. Wondering would this unit work in either section of our closed van. Has anyone on this forum bought one and if so does it work.? I rather think it could be a great unit, if and I say if, it does the job i...	JayDee	36	3394	03:41 PM Feb 8, 2021 by Esperian
	Registering a motorhome vs a truck (Preview) I just got slugged $3,161 for rego in NSW plus some extreme limited use comprehensive insurance (this is the absolute minimum cost for a 4x4 medium truck). I plan to put a small slide-on camper on the back. Its an absolute toy compared to the size of most motorhomes. I don't think I can keep paying this r...	Jason F	6	945	10:28 PM Feb 7, 2021 by Trailer Sailer
	Camping, RV sites - Townsville, NQ (Preview) Hello everyone, I read in Today's Bulletin that the Council website for booking stays at the city's sites (beaches, in the mountains - no I would not take van to Paluma) has been released. It is https://townsville.book-able.net.au/ As reported last year they will eventually add a charge but the fir...	Warren-Pat_01	2	550	08:34 PM Feb 7, 2021 by Warren-Pat_01
	not all trips away are great (Preview) just got back from 5 days away at Edithburg van park york peninsula SA.......unfortunatly the weather was atrocious the wind and rain was bad im glad i had my new Devanti tv and dvd player with discs as it was mostly stuck in the van days .......it was still sort of enjoyable and i was going to have 5 days at...	tea spoon	10	1446	06:00 PM Feb 7, 2021 by Snippy
	Witi (Preview) Has anyone fitted Witi security system to their caravan.If so would like to know members thoughts please.Thanks Ian	hodgie55	2	777	02:25 PM Feb 7, 2021 by travelyounger
	Fruit picking (Preview) I was under the impression that grey nomads who turned up at farm gates looking for work as fruit pickers would have no trouble getting hired. Not so this "young" guy (53 years): Would-be fruit picker calls for more flexible hiring practices as growers seek answers to worker shortage: [url]https:/...	dorian	8	1438	08:00 PM Feb 6, 2021 by oldbloke
	WA IN SNAP LOCKDOWN ( 1 2 ) (Preview) https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-01-31/covid-quarantine-hotel-worker-tests-positive-in-perth-wa/13106968-- Edited by elliemike on Sunday 31st of January 2021 04:39:55 PM	elliemike	37	2318	10:53 AM Feb 6, 2021 by Aussie1
	Prado GXL or GX? (Preview) Hi. I will retire in about 5 years but want to buy a Prado soon to start personalising it. I've looked at the differences between the base GX and the GXL and reckon I can save myself around $6k. I don't need the third row of seats (more room and better for the sliding fridge/freezer) and I think I can get by wi...	NoelB	14	8201	08:52 AM Feb 6, 2021 by NoelB
	First Timers (Preview) Hi All My Wife And I Are Planning our Big Trip To God Knows Where but we Don't really care Any Tips on Job serking Places To Go to get a start We Both Have Good Skills and Experience I'm A Qual Cabinetmaker also Welder HC Licence Forklift Licence Bus Driver Bus Depot Manager Bla Bla You get The Picture W...	Gezza E	2	1182	08:25 AM Feb 6, 2021 by travelyounger
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