The Grey Nomads - General

Tony Bev · Tony Bev

A deadly fungus, named Poison Fire Coral, was sighted near CairnsAs I never knew about this deadly fungus, I am putting it up, in case others did not know about itBelow is a picture of what it looks likeBelow is the link to the articlehttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-02-19/deadly-fungus-poison...

Extraordinary Rendition · Extraordinary Rendition

City folks just use spray borne xyzethrin compounds that kill the flies that ingest the spray. The doors and screens close and problem solved. Those that look a bit deeper go to fly behavior. Desert Dwellers Fly Repellent actually works and the active ingredients are rosemary oil and cedar oil. The...

Snippy · Snippy

After having a taste of the Oodnadatta track last year we have decided to do Savannah Way this winter. Watched a video youtube "Trip in a van" towing a Jurgens van and got through with no problems. We are towing a 3.2 ton Nextgen with LC100, my only concern is the departure angle on river crossings as the...

Pete-Ann · Pete-Ann

Good morning I have a minor dilemma haha we are heading off to permanently travel and I was wondering what people use to store things like flour ,sugar etc. Thank you

NoelB · NoelB

Hi. I was looking at the overwhelming range of off road vans and a couple of Carrera vans caught my eye. Mainly because $60,000 is a lot less than some of the others! Does anyone have any opinions on this brand? Thanks Noel

Mackayak · Mackayak

Hi all, We are finally making our journey north and it may take us until November to get into the top end Qld/ N.T. We would love to hear your view's about travelling with a caravan in the wet season in the top end ...is this to be avoided? At all costs? Should we stay and wait it out? or is ok to travel through...

Agent86 · Agent86

Hi, we are looking to buy a new van to tow with my Mazda BT50. Would like to hear from someone who has had experience towing with this model particularly as to what van weight would you recommend as a safe limit. Its a 2011 model (last of the old version) manual 4x4 BT50 Boss tray back as in the avtar pic. I ha...

Steel Dog · Steel Dog

Hi All, Dump Points (I mean the common blue lid and grey base usually found in caravan parks) are they too large? Would they be better if they were quarter of the size, a bit higher and not much bigger than the Loo at home (say 45cmx45cm) also could have a sloping base instead of the flat, might be a bit easie...

Esperian · Esperian

Could someone tell me how much it would cost now to register, and later renew, a motorhome in SA as Aged Pensioner? I have a DIY motorhome in NSW. I have it already registered as a motorhome with - in my view - a lot of absolutely unnecessary sweat, bloody red tape, and upset involved, so I got no intention t...

Plain Truth · Plain Truth

Just packed up ready to go away,now in lockdown But professional sports people are classified as essential workers.

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

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Deadly Fungus in Australia (Preview) A deadly fungus, named Poison Fire Coral, was sighted near CairnsAs I never knew about this deadly fungus, I am putting it up, in case others did not know about itBelow is a picture of what it looks likeBelow is the link to the articlehttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-02-19/deadly-fungus-poison...	Tony Bev	0	703	03:13 PM Feb 19, 2021 by Tony Bev
	Flies - Negotiations have broken down. (Preview) City folks just use spray borne xyzethrin compounds that kill the flies that ingest the spray. The doors and screens close and problem solved. Those that look a bit deeper go to fly behavior. Desert Dwellers Fly Repellent actually works and the active ingredients are rosemary oil and cedar oil. The...	Extraordinary Rendition	23	4139	11:18 AM Feb 18, 2021 by markf
	FEELING BRAVE, SAVANNAH HERE WE COME (Preview) After having a taste of the Oodnadatta track last year we have decided to do Savannah Way this winter. Watched a video youtube "Trip in a van" towing a Jurgens van and got through with no problems. We are towing a 3.2 ton Nextgen with LC100, my only concern is the departure angle on river crossings as the...	Snippy	7	824	03:32 PM Feb 17, 2021 by elliemike
	Food storage (Preview) Good morning I have a minor dilemma haha we are heading off to permanently travel and I was wondering what people use to store things like flour ,sugar etc. Thank you	Pete-Ann	9	1189	03:11 PM Feb 17, 2021 by Tony Bev
	Carrera caravans - any good? (Preview) Hi. I was looking at the overwhelming range of off road vans and a couple of Carrera vans caught my eye. Mainly because $60,000 is a lot less than some of the others! Does anyone have any opinions on this brand? Thanks Noel	NoelB	10	3764	09:15 AM Feb 17, 2021 by Wanda
	Top end wet season (Preview) Hi all, We are finally making our journey north and it may take us until November to get into the top end Qld/ N.T. We would love to hear your view's about travelling with a caravan in the wet season in the top end ...is this to be avoided? At all costs? Should we stay and wait it out? or is ok to travel through...	Mackayak	16	1341	06:30 PM Feb 16, 2021 by Long Weekend
	Advice requested for a newbie on the capabilities of Mazda BT50 (2008-2011) (Preview) Hi, we are looking to buy a new van to tow with my Mazda BT50. Would like to hear from someone who has had experience towing with this model particularly as to what van weight would you recommend as a safe limit. Its a 2011 model (last of the old version) manual 4x4 BT50 Boss tray back as in the avtar pic. I ha...	Agent86	10	5041	02:42 PM Feb 16, 2021 by Agent86
	Dump Points (Preview) Hi All, Dump Points (I mean the common blue lid and grey base usually found in caravan parks) are they too large? Would they be better if they were quarter of the size, a bit higher and not much bigger than the Loo at home (say 45cmx45cm) also could have a sloping base instead of the flat, might be a bit easie...	Steel Dog	27	3241	10:50 AM Feb 15, 2021 by bgt
	Motorhome Registration and Renewal Costs in SA (Preview) Could someone tell me how much it would cost now to register, and later renew, a motorhome in SA as Aged Pensioner? I have a DIY motorhome in NSW. I have it already registered as a motorhome with - in my view - a lot of absolutely unnecessary sweat, bloody red tape, and upset involved, so I got no intention t...	Esperian	1	728	09:57 AM Feb 15, 2021 by Aus-Kiwi
	Victoria in stage 4 Lockdown ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Just packed up ready to go away,now in lockdown But professional sports people are classified as essential workers.	Plain Truth	34	1825	09:57 PM Feb 13, 2021 by oldbloke
	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	2281	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	3287	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	3128	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	626	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	2090	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	1802	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	382	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	1246	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	557	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	1485	06:48 AM Feb 10, 2021 by dorian
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