The Grey Nomads - General

SJ · SJ

found this site a while back. So much info!!! got the van but it will be a while before i hit the road.

Thanks forum members for advice. · ozi2

G'day everyone, I just want to post a thank you to my fellow GN's who have assisted me on this forum, providing excellent advice on technical issues etc in the fitout of my 4wd for touring. Through the advice given I have learnt a great deal on dual batteries, type thereof best suited for running a car...

Happywanderer · Happywanderer

If you would like to enter the Discover Down Under competition, go to their website www.discoverdownunder.com.au and enter to win over $10,000 in camper trailer with everything that opens and shuts, plus lots of other prizes including vouchers to Top Tourist Parks. You have to enter the keyword &q...

hammer · hammer

Has anyone been down the Kidman Way since the floods, we are planning to travel back from longreach that way. Thanks

colsa · colsa

Has anyone fitted their van with RV hot water? the info i have says its about $220 and simple to install?

rockylizard · rockylizard

Gday... Yesterday we made our way from Lightning Ridge to St George QLD. The road between Hebel and Dirranbandi is in very poor condition for a sealed highway. Despite the effects of recent flooding that has impacted the surface, the repairs that have been done are coming to bits due to traffic damage...

coyotte · coyotte

Could someone please explain how a Caravan or any vechile can earth a 240 volt system ??? I would have thought that the earthing would be via the parks supply box --- hence if useing a Invertor or Genny you would need to earth these before use. thanks for any replies Coyotte P.S : if any one is interested h...

petengail · petengail

Was camping with the brother and sister in law last week and he had a billy made from aluminium about 10 - 12 litre capacity at least. It was great to boil the water for showers (two billy's) topped up to 30 litres of cold water was plenty for 4 of us. He said he got his from a Melbourne caravan and camping...

Ynot · Ynot

Can anyone suggest a company that will cover our Ford F250 with an extended warranty. It's 5 years old and in great condition. The companies I've already contacted only cover vehicles that are still under manufacturer's warranty or under a dealer's warranty. Thank you. Regards Ynot

Ma · Ma

You've no doubt read elsewhere on the forum about Dougie's Place in Chinchilla Qld. We came out to Doug's place intending to stay for two nights. Here we are on night number 11 and will probably stay longer if we don't REALLY have to move on. I am putting this post in the General Forum as most of us read thi...

Ma · Ma

We just had the most amazing meal down at Crusaceans Restuarant on the Wharf in Darwin. Oysters Kilpatrick, oysters natural, lobster, mud crab, prawns, bugs and fresh fruit. Considering all we had, including some Moscato and Sav Blanc followed by Strawberry Sundae we figured it was very reasonabl...

justcruisin01 · justcruisin01

Has any one been able to see the planet mars this month?

BarbandDaz · BarbandDaz

Today we took delivery of our van - four months after we originally expected. We think it is fantastic Ist photo is the vAN 2nd one is looking toward bedroom and 3rd one is looking toward kitchen Barb

Len and Barb · Len and Barb

Hi all, We just got the bug and slowly making plans for the big trip.Have to buy 4WD and Van, thinking Pajero diesel and mid size pop topdoes that sound like a good combination?Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Cheers for nowLen and Barb

VHW · VHW

I see Coromal has started a new forum, started in June 2010 but not a lot of posts on it yet, could be handy for Coromal or intending Coromal owners though, see this link; http://www.coromal.com/forum/

New Member · rosco

Hello Grey Nomads, Been lurking for a bit, thought I'd join, and here I am. I'm Ross, the wife is Dawn. We hail from Newcastle NSW and sadly, are still working, but get the van out when we can. Hoping to toss work in in about 5 years time too, I'll probably be saying that in 5 years time too. Had a Coleman Campe...

howdrink · howdrink

after doning a normall sunday keep up with the family back home on face book i was just looking at other things and found grey nomads on f.b just wondered if this was any of you guys that were on it, or is it just some one that has decided that they would make it there own nomad site Curently in gladstone

milo · milo

do you have any favorite places you go back to on a regular basis? for me i love the bush and the beach i love kimba and Meningie in SA, and cause i have family there but i think ill find more out there , when / if i get to travel again i lived in the cities, lived in sydney and london , but for me its the bush and be...

rosco · rosco

Hi all, Posted a long topic yesterday, forgot to tell you my tug is a Commodore. Yes, a Commodore, a 2001 model VX Series 2, 3.8 litre V6 Commodore. Had it fitted with auto transmission cooler, and hot wire for the van fridge. Later when Mr Rudd (remember him?) was throwing dollars our way to convert car...

Magnarc · Magnarc

G'day all, Time to update the tug. I have been looking at a diesel Prado or a Kluger around about the 2006 vintage. Are there any members with some knowledge on these vehicles that can give me a bit of a rundown?? Cheers, Magnarc

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Step one - Van (Preview) found this site a while back. So much info!!! got the van but it will be a while before i hit the road.	SJ	8	952	12:02 PM Aug 20, 2010 by Travel Bug
	Thanks forum members for advice. (Preview) G'day everyone, I just want to post a thank you to my fellow GN's who have assisted me on this forum, providing excellent advice on technical issues etc in the fitout of my 4wd for touring. Through the advice given I have learnt a great deal on dual batteries, type thereof best suited for running a car...	ozi2	2	975	11:41 AM Aug 20, 2010 by Travel Bug
	To enter Discover Down Under Competition (Preview) If you would like to enter the Discover Down Under competition, go to their website www.discoverdownunder.com.au and enter to win over $10,000 in camper trailer with everything that opens and shuts, plus lots of other prizes including vouchers to Top Tourist Parks. You have to enter the keyword &q...	Happywanderer	6	3960	11:03 AM Aug 20, 2010 by GrumpyOne
	Kidman Way (Preview) Has anyone been down the Kidman Way since the floods, we are planning to travel back from longreach that way. Thanks	hammer	1	644	09:09 AM Aug 19, 2010 by VHW
	RV hot water (Preview) Has anyone fitted their van with RV hot water? the info i have says its about $220 and simple to install?	colsa	7	1727	04:30 PM Aug 18, 2010 by ozjohn
	Hebel to Dirranbandi Road (Preview) Gday... Yesterday we made our way from Lightning Ridge to St George QLD. The road between Hebel and Dirranbandi is in very poor condition for a sealed highway. Despite the effects of recent flooding that has impacted the surface, the repairs that have been done are coming to bits due to traffic damage...	rockylizard	3	1299	11:15 AM Aug 18, 2010 by Dougie
	Caravan -- Elec Earthing (Preview) Could someone please explain how a Caravan or any vechile can earth a 240 volt system ??? I would have thought that the earthing would be via the parks supply box --- hence if useing a Invertor or Genny you would need to earth these before use. thanks for any replies Coyotte P.S : if any one is interested h...	coyotte	18	4998	11:36 PM Aug 17, 2010 by PeterD
	I want a big billy - about 10 litres (Preview) Was camping with the brother and sister in law last week and he had a billy made from aluminium about 10 - 12 litre capacity at least. It was great to boil the water for showers (two billy's) topped up to 30 litres of cold water was plenty for 4 of us. He said he got his from a Melbourne caravan and camping...	petengail	12	2007	04:49 PM Aug 17, 2010 by petengail
	Extended warranty (Preview) Can anyone suggest a company that will cover our Ford F250 with an extended warranty. It's 5 years old and in great condition. The companies I've already contacted only cover vehicles that are still under manufacturer's warranty or under a dealer's warranty. Thank you. Regards Ynot	Ynot	4	985	05:40 PM Aug 16, 2010 by GrumpyOne
	DOUG'S PLACE CHINCHILLA QLD. (Preview) You've no doubt read elsewhere on the forum about Dougie's Place in Chinchilla Qld. We came out to Doug's place intending to stay for two nights. Here we are on night number 11 and will probably stay longer if we don't REALLY have to move on. I am putting this post in the General Forum as most of us read thi...	Ma	25	1910	05:17 PM Aug 16, 2010 by Ma
	YUMMIES IN DARWIN (Preview) We just had the most amazing meal down at Crusaceans Restuarant on the Wharf in Darwin. Oysters Kilpatrick, oysters natural, lobster, mud crab, prawns, bugs and fresh fruit. Considering all we had, including some Moscato and Sav Blanc followed by Strawberry Sundae we figured it was very reasonabl...	Ma	4	824	12:13 AM Aug 16, 2010 by BushbabyandGumnut
	MARS; (Preview) Has any one been able to see the planet mars this month?	justcruisin01	9	1082	10:38 PM Aug 15, 2010 by GrumpyOne
	Our van has FINALLY arrived!!!! (Preview) Today we took delivery of our van - four months after we originally expected. We think it is fantastic Ist photo is the vAN 2nd one is looking toward bedroom and 3rd one is looking toward kitchen Barb	BarbandDaz	12	1103	09:23 PM Aug 15, 2010 by BarbandDaz
	Soon Newbies (Preview) Hi all, We just got the bug and slowly making plans for the big trip.Have to buy 4WD and Van, thinking Pajero diesel and mid size pop topdoes that sound like a good combination?Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Cheers for nowLen and Barb	Len and Barb	10	1160	02:22 PM Aug 15, 2010 by Len and Barb
	New Coromal Forum (Preview) I see Coromal has started a new forum, started in June 2010 but not a lot of posts on it yet, could be handy for Coromal or intending Coromal owners though, see this link; http://www.coromal.com/forum/	VHW	0	843	11:09 AM Aug 14, 2010 by VHW
	New Member (Preview) Hello Grey Nomads, Been lurking for a bit, thought I'd join, and here I am. I'm Ross, the wife is Dawn. We hail from Newcastle NSW and sadly, are still working, but get the van out when we can. Hoping to toss work in in about 5 years time too, I'll probably be saying that in 5 years time too. Had a Coleman Campe...	rosco	15	1484	10:15 PM Aug 13, 2010 by Dunmowin
	Are any of you guys on facebook?? (Preview) after doning a normall sunday keep up with the family back home on face book i was just looking at other things and found grey nomads on f.b just wondered if this was any of you guys that were on it, or is it just some one that has decided that they would make it there own nomad site Curently in gladstone	howdrink	13	1045	08:45 PM Aug 13, 2010 by chris n stan
	favorite places ? (Preview) do you have any favorite places you go back to on a regular basis? for me i love the bush and the beach i love kimba and Meningie in SA, and cause i have family there but i think ill find more out there , when / if i get to travel again i lived in the cities, lived in sydney and london , but for me its the bush and be...	milo	8	917	08:16 PM Aug 13, 2010 by Zoomtopz
	Forgot to tell you.......... (Preview) Hi all, Posted a long topic yesterday, forgot to tell you my tug is a Commodore. Yes, a Commodore, a 2001 model VX Series 2, 3.8 litre V6 Commodore. Had it fitted with auto transmission cooler, and hot wire for the van fridge. Later when Mr Rudd (remember him?) was throwing dollars our way to convert car...	rosco	8	1018	06:45 PM Aug 13, 2010 by freehazzas
	4wd's (Preview) G'day all, Time to update the tug. I have been looking at a diesel Prado or a Kluger around about the 2006 vintage. Are there any members with some knowledge on these vehicles that can give me a bit of a rundown?? Cheers, Magnarc	Magnarc	11	1309	02:06 PM Aug 13, 2010 by Magnarc
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