The Grey Nomads - General

ruby6689 · ruby6689

We have just purchased our 'new' caravan and would like to have the option of cooking outside as there is a gas point and a power point available. Any suggestions of what BBQ/cooker to buy and do you set it up on a table or on its own stand?

tadau68 · tadau68

Hi all:) We have been traveling up the East coast from Caloundra for rhe last 9 weeks and at present at Port Douglas. We are thinking of traveling back after cooktown down The Great Inland Way via Charters Towers Emerald etc. But not sure if it a worth while drive in view off the vast distances betwee...

marls50 · marls50

Hi all I am new to the forum but not to the grey nomad brigade. We have had 3 caravans and currently have a Hamilton Retreat 2014 which we have had since new. Has anyone had trouble with the external clearance lights filling up with water & hence not working. We have brought this to the attention of the...

Dolly · Dolly

I'm sure many of you have had the unpleasant experience of using the weird and disgusting dump site at Yulara - Uluru village but just in case you have not had that pleasure, this is what you will find. Firstly the caravan park has everything including cabins and all the good stuff and a great Overflow pa...

Eaglemax · Eaglemax

We left central Victoria on June 18th. We got 30km from Wagga and the water pump on the Holden V6 engine seized. Three freezing days there then we snaked our way through the Great Divide to the Wyper Scout camp Bundaberg. $10 a night, spacious, relaxing. Free camps in Texas, Binnaway, Bellata, Feder...

macka17 · macka17

Just a little something to kill a little spare time. Which most on here have. else we wouldn't be here. Would we now! ! !. -- Edited by macka17 on Saturday 15th of July 2017 11:10:40 AM

goldcoaster · goldcoaster

I'm interested in what type of Insurance people have when flat towing car behind motorhome. We've always had full comprehensive with KT but the cost now is worth more than the Suzuki . When I rang around as soon as I mentioned flat tow ,they didn't want to know us. Cheers Mick

keiron · keiron

Hi to all. I have designed a tent peg tool that allows people with crook backs/knees etc; to drive / set them without the need to bend down OR use a hammer. The prototype is completed and field trials concluded. My question to my fellow Nomads.... Is there a need for such a tool firstly. secondly; the pro...

drewmack · drewmack

We're thinking of buying a new Jayco Starcraft 16' Outback poptop and we're interested in other peoples views, good or bad. We intend to freecamp a fair bit so would be relying on the solar/battery system to power the van. Most of the dirt roads travelled will be formed gravel roads but do expect to enc...

marls50 · marls50

Good news for people travelling in the Streaky Bay area. A brand new caravan park has opened 4kms out of Streaky Bay. 5 star toilet/shower blocks. Currently $28 pn off peak. Absolutely beautiful happy camping Marls50

hagar · hagar

Has anyone had any experience with theSatKing Promax Automated TV System the square dish type

Dickodownunder · Dickodownunder

https://www.facebook.com/RV-Inspect-Brisbane-Melbourne-Sydney-197188304132474/

kiwijims · kiwijims

Snow is forecast down to 100-200 metres above sea level in southern and eastern parts of the South Island and 400 metres in the North Island between now and Thursday. At times, snow may reach sea level in the South Island and could settle in some of the larger towns and cities. Snow accumulations of 20-3...

the rocket · the rocket

hi everyone, has anyone been to great keppel island in the last 6mths.? if so, what is the glass bottom boat tour like? And is the coral brightly coloured , bleached or brown. Thanks rocket -- Edited by the rocket on Monday 10th of July 2017 05:03:19 PM

Mr Growly · Mr Growly

Hi Guys, I'm a newby great to be here, I thought that someone out there might like to hear of my adventures with Mazda. Last year I bought a new BT50 ute and a used traytek slide on camper. After using it a few times I became aware that the springs just didn't handle the load of 600kgs. The springs flattene...

hako · hako

Whenever I go to the doctor, mechanics financial advisor, salesman etc, just before the meeting I set my mobile phone to "voice record" and slip it in my top pocket. When leaving I stop the recording. Afterwards if I need to refresh my memory as to exactly what the doctor etc said I can simply play it back...

the rocket · the rocket

hello everyone, has anyone had a similar problem with a leaking window. It is In the lefthand corner facing the van On the outside. It is only a small amount. Inside: it comes through on that littlewhat u could loosely call the window sill and the aluminium window frame. Strop thinks it is not the roof...

ballast2 · ballast2

G'day. I need to have the vinyl replaced. I will be in Waroona (south of Perth). Yes I have Googled them and there are lots of them. I am after recommendations from any one who has used any particular company in the area and are pleased with the job. I do not wish to try and replace it myself. Thanks in advanc...

glassies · glassies

Good morning all there are most likely a lot of people On here now that dont realy know me .so for those that do I am just letting everybody know that i am now five years Free of melanoma! I still have a lot of pain from my operation But i am alive! Its been a long five years but hubby and i are at last on the road...

ruby6689 · ruby6689

We went to the Lismore Caravan and camping show today hoping to find a cover for our van. We saw one only cover As we had nothing to compare it with we did not buy it. We have a 21' Coachman. What are your recommendations?

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Outdoor cooking suggestions please ( 1 2 ) (Preview) We have just purchased our 'new' caravan and would like to have the option of cooking outside as there is a gas point and a power point available. Any suggestions of what BBQ/cooker to buy and do you set it up on a table or on its own stand?	ruby6689	45	2755	09:34 AM Jul 16, 2017 by ruby6689
	The Great Inland Way (Preview) Hi all:) We have been traveling up the East coast from Caloundra for rhe last 9 weeks and at present at Port Douglas. We are thinking of traveling back after cooktown down The Great Inland Way via Charters Towers Emerald etc. But not sure if it a worth while drive in view off the vast distances betwee...	tadau68	11	1884	09:30 AM Jul 16, 2017 by tadau68
	outside clearance lights (Preview) Hi all I am new to the forum but not to the grey nomad brigade. We have had 3 caravans and currently have a Hamilton Retreat 2014 which we have had since new. Has anyone had trouble with the external clearance lights filling up with water & hence not working. We have brought this to the attention of the...	marls50	10	1243	10:14 PM Jul 15, 2017 by Sarge9
	Yulara Dump Site (Preview) I'm sure many of you have had the unpleasant experience of using the weird and disgusting dump site at Yulara - Uluru village but just in case you have not had that pleasure, this is what you will find. Firstly the caravan park has everything including cabins and all the good stuff and a great Overflow pa...	Dolly	10	1515	09:08 PM Jul 15, 2017 by baglimit2002
	Convertible tug to Bundy (Preview) We left central Victoria on June 18th. We got 30km from Wagga and the water pump on the Holden V6 engine seized. Three freezing days there then we snaked our way through the Great Divide to the Wyper Scout camp Bundaberg. $10 a night, spacious, relaxing. Free camps in Texas, Binnaway, Bellata, Feder...	Eaglemax	5	1028	07:19 PM Jul 15, 2017 by Eaglemax
	Interesting shot's (Preview) Just a little something to kill a little spare time. Which most on here have. else we wouldn't be here. Would we now! ! !. -- Edited by macka17 on Saturday 15th of July 2017 11:10:40 AM	macka17	3	816	05:46 PM Jul 15, 2017 by Woody n Sue
	What Insurance Policy for Flat Towing Suzuki (Preview) I'm interested in what type of Insurance people have when flat towing car behind motorhome. We've always had full comprehensive with KT but the cost now is worth more than the Suzuki . When I rang around as soon as I mentioned flat tow ,they didn't want to know us. Cheers Mick	goldcoaster	2	581	07:19 AM Jul 15, 2017 by goldcoaster
	stand-up tent peg driver (Preview) Hi to all. I have designed a tent peg tool that allows people with crook backs/knees etc; to drive / set them without the need to bend down OR use a hammer. The prototype is completed and field trials concluded. My question to my fellow Nomads.... Is there a need for such a tool firstly. secondly; the pro...	keiron	9	2432	11:43 PM Jul 14, 2017 by Lloydincanberra
	New Jayco Starcraft 16' Outback Advice (Preview) We're thinking of buying a new Jayco Starcraft 16' Outback poptop and we're interested in other peoples views, good or bad. We intend to freecamp a fair bit so would be relying on the solar/battery system to power the van. Most of the dirt roads travelled will be formed gravel roads but do expect to enc...	drewmack	10	3018	06:58 PM Jul 14, 2017 by Onedodger
	New Caravan Park SA (Preview) Good news for people travelling in the Streaky Bay area. A brand new caravan park has opened 4kms out of Streaky Bay. 5 star toilet/shower blocks. Currently $28 pn off peak. Absolutely beautiful happy camping Marls50	marls50	7	993	04:13 PM Jul 14, 2017 by marls50
	sat system (Preview) Has anyone had any experience with theSatKing Promax Automated TV System the square dish type	hagar	5	1642	10:07 AM Jul 14, 2017 by mischief
	RV Purchase Inspections (Preview) https://www.facebook.com/RV-Inspect-Brisbane-Melbourne-Sydney-197188304132474/	Dickodownunder	10	848	03:59 PM Jul 13, 2017 by brickies
	Wild week of weather in New Zealand..... (Preview) Snow is forecast down to 100-200 metres above sea level in southern and eastern parts of the South Island and 400 metres in the North Island between now and Thursday. At times, snow may reach sea level in the South Island and could settle in some of the larger towns and cities. Snow accumulations of 20-3...	kiwijims	6	690	02:11 PM Jul 13, 2017 by kiwijims
	Great keppel island (Preview) hi everyone, has anyone been to great keppel island in the last 6mths.? if so, what is the glass bottom boat tour like? And is the coral brightly coloured , bleached or brown. Thanks rocket -- Edited by the rocket on Monday 10th of July 2017 05:03:19 PM	the rocket	11	1427	07:57 PM Jul 12, 2017 by macka17
	bt50 suspension vs Mazda (Preview) Hi Guys, I'm a newby great to be here, I thought that someone out there might like to hear of my adventures with Mazda. Last year I bought a new BT50 ute and a used traytek slide on camper. After using it a few times I became aware that the springs just didn't handle the load of 600kgs. The springs flattene...	Mr Growly	13	2780	07:51 PM Jul 12, 2017 by macka17
	Use your mobile phone to backup your memory. (Preview) Whenever I go to the doctor, mechanics financial advisor, salesman etc, just before the meeting I set my mobile phone to "voice record" and slip it in my top pocket. When leaving I stop the recording. Afterwards if I need to refresh my memory as to exactly what the doctor etc said I can simply play it back...	hako	23	1229	07:29 PM Jul 12, 2017 by Cruising Cruze
	Window leak (Preview) hello everyone, has anyone had a similar problem with a leaking window. It is In the lefthand corner facing the van On the outside. It is only a small amount. Inside: it comes through on that littlewhat u could loosely call the window sill and the aluminium window frame. Strop thinks it is not the roof...	the rocket	13	1476	07:45 AM Jul 12, 2017 by CC Bear
	Replacement vinyl on roll out awning. (Preview) G'day. I need to have the vinyl replaced. I will be in Waroona (south of Perth). Yes I have Googled them and there are lots of them. I am after recommendations from any one who has used any particular company in the area and are pleased with the job. I do not wish to try and replace it myself. Thanks in advanc...	ballast2	6	1870	05:28 PM Jul 11, 2017 by spida
	Hello everybody (Preview) Good morning all there are most likely a lot of people On here now that dont realy know me .so for those that do I am just letting everybody know that i am now five years Free of melanoma! I still have a lot of pain from my operation But i am alive! Its been a long five years but hubby and i are at last on the road...	glassies	11	1077	12:15 PM Jul 11, 2017 by Phil C
	Caravan cover (Preview) We went to the Lismore Caravan and camping show today hoping to find a cover for our van. We saw one only cover As we had nothing to compare it with we did not buy it. We have a 21' Coachman. What are your recommendations?	ruby6689	14	1545	09:16 AM Jul 11, 2017 by Ron-D
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