The Grey Nomads - General

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?

Mlkratz · Mlkratz

Hi.. Im a Newbie and soon to be GNomad. I would like some reviews please on Brand name Generators versus less expensive ones. Looking at probably 2.5 Many thanks

Apples09 · Apples09

HI GN's I am new to this forum so please be kind to a soon to be GN. Having spent the past few months looking around at second hand vans for my first van I am starting to get a bit confused as to what makes for a good reliable van. At this stage a second hand van seems the best option to ensure that we can, (a) enjoy...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	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	1290	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	1595	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	1083	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	871	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	637	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	2532	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	3258	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	1045	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	1712	10:07 AM Jul 14, 2017 by mischief
	RV Purchase Inspections (Preview) https://www.facebook.com/RV-Inspect-Brisbane-Melbourne-Sydney-197188304132474/	Dickodownunder	10	896	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	738	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	1490	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	2984	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	1276	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	1529	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	1991	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	1122	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	1658	09:16 AM Jul 11, 2017 by Ron-D
	Reviews please on Generators....... ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi.. Im a Newbie and soon to be GNomad. I would like some reviews please on Brand name Generators versus less expensive ones. Looking at probably 2.5 Many thanks	Mlkratz	31	4362	09:03 AM Jul 11, 2017 by Jaahn
	What van should I be looking at? All too confusing Opalite Jayco options (Preview) HI GN's I am new to this forum so please be kind to a soon to be GN. Having spent the past few months looking around at second hand vans for my first van I am starting to get a bit confused as to what makes for a good reliable van. At this stage a second hand van seems the best option to ensure that we can, (a) enjoy...	Apples09	20	6860	10:43 PM Jul 10, 2017 by Pariss
«First < 1 … 292 293 294 295 296 … 1263 > Last» \| Page of 1263 sorted by