The Grey Nomads - General

Silver Fox · Silver Fox

Hi everybody, Just discovered this site. What a great idea. I'm new to this travelling game and just wondered if anyone out there has some advice for me on caravan parks. I'm keen to do 'The Big One' in six months or so and am obviously keen to keep costs down as much as possible. I've been a bit shock...

Donk · Donk

Hi Guys, Thinking of a Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 3lt diesel to tow a 21ft Jayco Silverline, currently using a Holden Colorado 2.8lt diesel (Just a little bit underpowered). Love to hear from people who are currently doing something similar. No Jeep bashers please - its old Interested in cruising spe...

Jay-Jay · Jay-Jay

Hi Guys, My caravan has a front window with a fold down cover (?) How reliable are these windows not to leak in bad weather? How do I check the seal? Thanks, Jay-Jay

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...

wombat50 · wombat50

The last few weeks when towing the van i have noticed a slight wobble. About 6months ago i replace the rear springs and struts on my 2016 Pajero and the next couple of outing it was towing great. I have a tool box on the front of the van and took out one of the 9kg gas bottles and a few other things so reduced the...

Silkwood · Silkwood

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-17/tourist-seriously-injured-in-vehicle-theft-halls-creek/105663948

phum · phum

i have read about painting the top foot of the awning with flex seal to protect from uv, has anyone here tried this or is there another product that might work. I cant find flex seal in AUS. in pint tins or such only spraycans that I would make a mess with. Thanks Peter PS warranty is useless 10 years adver...

Quassie · Quassie

Unusual request, I have a 3.3 Inflatable boat powered by 10hp outboard motor. Which we take away with us when caravanning. Because of health reasons I can no longer get down on my knees when having to deflate the boat. So my question to you is, has anyone transported a SIB fully inflated on a flat bed roof...

phum · phum

i am sure this has been covered before but I cant find it. time has come to reinsure, I was with CIL for years but premiums got to a stage that I couldnt see the benefits. I went to another company but now they dont want to insure vans. Reccommendations please for a reliable affordable insurer Thanks in...

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

One clause out of Telstra's additions to their terms of service.: Supporting Victims of Domestic and Family ViolenceWe may terminate your service without notice if you are alleged to have committed domestic or family violence against an end-user of a service. We may also transfer the phone numbe...

phum · phum

i have been told to paint the ceilings of our van. there is staining in various place but no evidence of leals i can only put it down to age. what type of paint would you reccommend. got to be easy i am no painter and hate painting

Bukhouse · Bukhouse

hi can anyone tell me what size the tyres on a Coromal appeal 554 single axle caravan Regards Ken

msg · msg

Sydney weather: Fire ban after NSW and Queensland break October temperature records "A total fire ban has been declared for Sydney and many other regions after statewide temperature records tumbled in NSW and Queensland.Both states broke their October temperature record by close to a d...

shakey55 · shakey55

Good afternoon If its a dumb question please dismiss, but still learning, and really know nothing about tyre sizing. The tyres on my New Age Big Red 19, I think are fairly old. The tread is okay, but as unsure of age I think I should replace, to be on the safe side. They are 225/75/15C. 1. How can I fin...

msg · msg

Feeling a little bit lonely? Need someone to talk to? Try ChatGPT. Just spent half an hour or so talking about using/buying/plastic cups. What I could import or not. What the difference was between "banned" and illegal. (No clear answer) Came down to Federal Government sets recommendation...

jab160 · jab160

Would like to get feedback from brains trust on must do events around this great country -- Edited by jab160 on Tuesday 7th of October 2025 04:30:02 PM -- Edited by jab160 on Tuesday 7th of October 2025 04:30:31 PM

msg · msg

Controversial change in national parks branded a 'betrayal' to Aussie campers How ridiculous. Another way of making it more costly. They'll find some reason to up the camping fees. My thoughts on this is Parks have already wrecked the National Parks with in all their signs and pathways and ela...

Magnarc · Magnarc

Sometime ago, about three years, I bought two el cheapo battery razors from Kmart for $29ea. One for the van and one for home.The one at home finally gave up the ghost today. Looked on their website and are now $27. They have given good service for the price. Just sayin.

msg · msg

$56pn for two. $27 for one. Right on the ocean. Nice quite clear swimming spot. Bit cold at the moment. Expect it to get a lot more expensive in the warmer weather. No amenities. Dog friendly though. I'm still looking. I want somewhere nice where I can park up for a few weeks. Near Water. Southea...

patmc49 · patmc49

Poison ate through skirt on pop top. Went for repairs June 2nd. Still waiting for skirt to be made. Is 5 months the usual time Gor this.

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	caravan park advice (Preview) Hi everybody, Just discovered this site. What a great idea. I'm new to this travelling game and just wondered if anyone out there has some advice for me on caravan parks. I'm keen to do 'The Big One' in six months or so and am obviously keen to keep costs down as much as possible. I've been a bit shock...	Silver Fox	13	3202	03:43 PM Nov 20, 2025 by Dougwe
	Jeep Grand Cherokee for towing ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi Guys, Thinking of a Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 3lt diesel to tow a 21ft Jayco Silverline, currently using a Holden Colorado 2.8lt diesel (Just a little bit underpowered). Love to hear from people who are currently doing something similar. No Jeep bashers please - its old Interested in cruising spe...	Donk	39	6666	12:50 AM Nov 19, 2025 by 67HR
	Front window (Preview) Hi Guys, My caravan has a front window with a fold down cover (?) How reliable are these windows not to leak in bad weather? How do I check the seal? Thanks, Jay-Jay	Jay-Jay	5	367	02:35 PM Nov 18, 2025 by PeterInSa
	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	6	894	12:36 AM Nov 17, 2025 by watsea
	slight wobble (Preview) The last few weeks when towing the van i have noticed a slight wobble. About 6months ago i replace the rear springs and struts on my 2016 Pajero and the next couple of outing it was towing great. I have a tool box on the front of the van and took out one of the 9kg gas bottles and a few other things so reduced the...	wombat50	5	605	09:09 PM Nov 16, 2025 by Ineedabiggerboat
	Tourist in Hospital after car & caravan stolen in Halls Creek ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-17/tourist-seriously-injured-in-vehicle-theft-halls-creek/105663948	Silkwood	80	4620	09:05 PM Nov 16, 2025 by Ineedabiggerboat
	awnings (Preview) i have read about painting the top foot of the awning with flex seal to protect from uv, has anyone here tried this or is there another product that might work. I cant find flex seal in AUS. in pint tins or such only spraycans that I would make a mess with. Thanks Peter PS warranty is useless 10 years adver...	phum	2	474	11:42 PM Nov 12, 2025 by Bas + Eve
	inflatable on roof rack. (Preview) Unusual request, I have a 3.3 Inflatable boat powered by 10hp outboard motor. Which we take away with us when caravanning. Because of health reasons I can no longer get down on my knees when having to deflate the boat. So my question to you is, has anyone transported a SIB fully inflated on a flat bed roof...	Quassie	3	302	12:26 AM Nov 11, 2025 by Are We Lost
	insurance (Preview) i am sure this has been covered before but I cant find it. time has come to reinsure, I was with CIL for years but premiums got to a stage that I couldnt see the benefits. I went to another company but now they dont want to insure vans. Reccommendations please for a reliable affordable insurer Thanks in...	phum	0	257	11:44 AM Nov 9, 2025 by phum
	some disturbing assumptions from TELSTRA (Preview) One clause out of Telstra's additions to their terms of service.: Supporting Victims of Domestic and Family ViolenceWe may terminate your service without notice if you are alleged to have committed domestic or family violence against an end-user of a service. We may also transfer the phone numbe...	Brodie Allen	6	571	10:39 AM Nov 8, 2025 by dorian
	ceiling paint (Preview) i have been told to paint the ceilings of our van. there is staining in various place but no evidence of leals i can only put it down to age. what type of paint would you reccommend. got to be easy i am no painter and hate painting	phum	5	654	09:26 PM Nov 7, 2025 by TimTim
	Coromal Appeal 554 tyre size (Preview) hi can anyone tell me what size the tyres on a Coromal appeal 554 single axle caravan Regards Ken	Bukhouse	2	350	11:57 AM Oct 31, 2025 by Possum3
	Temperature Records - Are they serious? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Sydney weather: Fire ban after NSW and Queensland break October temperature records "A total fire ban has been declared for Sydney and many other regions after statewide temperature records tumbled in NSW and Queensland.Both states broke their October temperature record by close to a d...	msg	46	1362	03:48 PM Oct 29, 2025 by Ineedabiggerboat
	Tyres Sizes (Preview) Good afternoon If its a dumb question please dismiss, but still learning, and really know nothing about tyre sizing. The tyres on my New Age Big Red 19, I think are fairly old. The tread is okay, but as unsure of age I think I should replace, to be on the safe side. They are 225/75/15C. 1. How can I fin...	shakey55	2	378	03:51 AM Oct 28, 2025 by Rodsvan
	ChatGPT Fun (Preview) Feeling a little bit lonely? Need someone to talk to? Try ChatGPT. Just spent half an hour or so talking about using/buying/plastic cups. What I could import or not. What the difference was between "banned" and illegal. (No clear answer) Came down to Federal Government sets recommendation...	msg	15	1479	01:10 PM Oct 27, 2025 by Brodie Allen
	Must see events (Preview) Would like to get feedback from brains trust on must do events around this great country -- Edited by jab160 on Tuesday 7th of October 2025 04:30:02 PM -- Edited by jab160 on Tuesday 7th of October 2025 04:30:31 PM	jab160	9	900	12:48 PM Oct 27, 2025 by Brodie Allen
	Camping in NSW National Parks. (Preview) Controversial change in national parks branded a 'betrayal' to Aussie campers How ridiculous. Another way of making it more costly. They'll find some reason to up the camping fees. My thoughts on this is Parks have already wrecked the National Parks with in all their signs and pathways and ela...	msg	2	332	11:19 AM Oct 27, 2025 by msg
	Good buys. (Preview) Sometime ago, about three years, I bought two el cheapo battery razors from Kmart for $29ea. One for the van and one for home.The one at home finally gave up the ghost today. Looked on their website and are now $27. They have given good service for the price. Just sayin.	Magnarc	6	796	01:41 PM Oct 26, 2025 by msg
	Expensive Camping (Preview) $56pn for two. $27 for one. Right on the ocean. Nice quite clear swimming spot. Bit cold at the moment. Expect it to get a lot more expensive in the warmer weather. No amenities. Dog friendly though. I'm still looking. I want somewhere nice where I can park up for a few weeks. Near Water. Southea...	msg	10	893	02:02 PM Oct 25, 2025 by Possum3
	Repairs to poptop (Preview) Poison ate through skirt on pop top. Went for repairs June 2nd. Still waiting for skirt to be made. Is 5 months the usual time Gor this.	patmc49	3	327	01:58 PM Oct 25, 2025 by Possum3
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