The Grey Nomads - General

JackieP · JackieP

I haven't been on here for some time ( no caravan between March and August and it was making me feel like i was missing out when reading about others adventures ) Well the new van arrived in August as promised by the manufacturer and we have finally been able to get out into the playground once again. We hav...

Moose2 · Moose2

I have an intermittent issue with the van brakes. Van is quite new and has only travelled a few thousand kms. The problem has only appeared recently. Sometimes after braking the van brakes remain on and squeal loudly. So far I have used the technique of stopping and reversing a couple of inches to rele...

Cathmm · Cathmm

Hi to all We have on the spur of the moment decided to leave on Boxing Day to go to Sydney and back. 8 days. We have a 20 ft van shower and toilet. Our dilemma is where to stay? On the way down we will look for free camp or rest stops off WikiCamps but once near Sydney I have no clue. I'm assuming like Brisbane all...

tadau68 · tadau68

Hi. Had to change my layout of my van build, which as put me in a bit of a dilemma of where to put a water tank. Was thinking of getting one of them water bladder (water tank plastimo). As anyone used one of these? Also what size water tank would you recommend for 2 people as we want to go off grid for a w...

Chaeles · Chaeles

Hi All! :) I've just signed up to this forum and was wondering... while we were on our travels we saw some people who were glamping next to us with a front sunshade coming off their roll out awning. They said there were some pattern ones when they ordered online with fish or bird patterns etc but I can't fin...

kiwijims · kiwijims

Severe-to-extreme heatwave conditions are predicted to hit southern Queensland for three days from Friday, with temperatures forecast to crack 40 degrees Celsius in some parts of the state. "We are looking at a possible heatwave with temperatures especially in western [Brisbane] suburbs rema...

the rocket · the rocket

hello everyone, what brand of car tyres are good for towing a caravan. Not off road. partial to the black tar. Thanks

tadau68 · tadau68

Hi all. Would you recommend treating campervan floor. We've got marine ply on the floor. Any recommendations? Thanks for your help Cheers Troy

Eaglemax · Eaglemax

I have small 5.00-10 trailer tyres that lasted 18000 km around the lap. They are due for replacement. Does anyone recommend a brand ?

tadau68 · tadau68

Hi all. what distance does the main water tank have to be from 12 volt batteries in a campervan? as im putting my tanks inside my van. Have a great day Cheers Troy

spreadsheet · spreadsheet

Hi all Why do so many van interiors have the cheap looking wood grain panelling that looks like a kitchen from the 1960s? I do see that many new vans are bringing their colour schemes into the new millenium (even that is 15 years ago) and that has much more visual appeal to me. Unfortunately a brand new v...

madcart · madcart

We have those pull up blinds that are made of paper like material that is concertined. Has anyone any idea how to clean them? Can't vacuum them don'the want to use wet cloth in case it makes them soft -- Edited by madcart on Tuesday 22nd of November 2016 11:31:28 AM

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi all, Where would Lambie and myself be, without all you Guys and Gals on here. Another big Thankyou to Terry who PM us. To help us with our van. We are looking forward to many more Adventures now. Thankyou one and all. Warm regards Jim & Lambie

deb mcgrath · deb mcgrath

Hi to all, this site is great. My partner and I are trying to locate a good long term caravan or holiday park for our 25 footer, us and our little dog. We would like to stay in the Northern NSW areas of Chinderah, Kingscliff, Brunswick Heads, Pottsville, Hastings Pt; no further than Ballina. Any recom...

Spike · Spike

I believe there is a product that is used as a conditioner/wax that is used on Winnebago rubber roofs. Can any of you guys help?

fatboy2 · fatboy2

Just finishing a fit out of a Renault Master Van and last think to do is get insect screen for the rear door and the sliding door Does anyone know who does the ones for Horizon or anyone

Dave Jezza · Dave Jezza

Just wondering if anyone else follows the Weber BBQ Addicts page on Facebook. The site seems to have dissappeared. Was browsing it this morning, then went back to look again and it's completely gone. If someone is on it can you please check it and let me know if it is still there?

dave48 · dave48

I know it's early but my wife and I will be on the road starting again on Thursday and just before we go we would like to wish all the good people in this club all the best before we go. May everybody have a lovely time with family and friends and best of all may everybody stay safe and well. Stay safe on the road...

Cupie · Cupie

There has been a bit of discussion in the recent past about screw in tent pegs. Some posts refer to extra long coach screws that can be used with 'rattlers' I think, & others that can be got from US or GB. I came across this site that offers the option of two sizes of Aussie sold screw ins that seem to be r...

goannaway · goannaway

A piece in the West Australian. The Experts say that kids are being traumatized by Santa being a lie. Who do I sue by being told this, I have been told a lie for the past 65 years, and what about Rudolf, does that mean he doesn't have a big red nose. oh no I need trauma counseled, any one no a good one. https://...

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	It's been a while. (Preview) I haven't been on here for some time ( no caravan between March and August and it was making me feel like i was missing out when reading about others adventures ) Well the new van arrived in August as promised by the manufacturer and we have finally been able to get out into the playground once again. We hav...	JackieP	3	919	11:50 PM Nov 29, 2016 by JackieP
	Sticking electric brakes (Preview) I have an intermittent issue with the van brakes. Van is quite new and has only travelled a few thousand kms. The problem has only appeared recently. Sometimes after braking the van brakes remain on and squeal loudly. So far I have used the technique of stopping and reversing a couple of inches to rele...	Moose2	6	3196	09:59 PM Nov 29, 2016 by oldbloke
	Brisbane to Sydney between Christmas and new year (Preview) Hi to all We have on the spur of the moment decided to leave on Boxing Day to go to Sydney and back. 8 days. We have a 20 ft van shower and toilet. Our dilemma is where to stay? On the way down we will look for free camp or rest stops off WikiCamps but once near Sydney I have no clue. I'm assuming like Brisbane all...	Cathmm	0	352	08:24 PM Nov 29, 2016 by Cathmm
	Water tanks (Preview) Hi. Had to change my layout of my van build, which as put me in a bit of a dilemma of where to put a water tank. Was thinking of getting one of them water bladder (water tank plastimo). As anyone used one of these? Also what size water tank would you recommend for 2 people as we want to go off grid for a w...	tadau68	3	720	07:28 PM Nov 29, 2016 by Dougwe
	Assistance on roll out awning front sunshade/ sunscreen (Preview) Hi All! :) I've just signed up to this forum and was wondering... while we were on our travels we saw some people who were glamping next to us with a front sunshade coming off their roll out awning. They said there were some pattern ones when they ordered online with fish or bird patterns etc but I can't fin...	Chaeles	2	641	02:29 PM Nov 29, 2016 by Chaeles
	BOM forecasts southern Queensland heatwave with temperatures possibly hitting 40C (Preview) Severe-to-extreme heatwave conditions are predicted to hit southern Queensland for three days from Friday, with temperatures forecast to crack 40 degrees Celsius in some parts of the state. "We are looking at a possible heatwave with temperatures especially in western [Brisbane] suburbs rema...	kiwijims	2	559	01:18 PM Nov 29, 2016 by rockylizard
	Car tyres (Preview) hello everyone, what brand of car tyres are good for towing a caravan. Not off road. partial to the black tar. Thanks	the rocket	3	693	01:01 PM Nov 29, 2016 by the rocket
	Treating campervan floor (Preview) Hi all. Would you recommend treating campervan floor. We've got marine ply on the floor. Any recommendations? Thanks for your help Cheers Troy	tadau68	2	570	11:31 AM Nov 29, 2016 by tadau68
	10" van tyres (Preview) I have small 5.00-10 trailer tyres that lasted 18000 km around the lap. They are due for replacement. Does anyone recommend a brand ?	Eaglemax	2	1003	11:15 AM Nov 29, 2016 by Eaglemax
	Batteries (Preview) Hi all. what distance does the main water tank have to be from 12 volt batteries in a campervan? as im putting my tanks inside my van. Have a great day Cheers Troy	tadau68	1	601	09:42 AM Nov 29, 2016 by Delta18
	Interior panelling (Preview) Hi all Why do so many van interiors have the cheap looking wood grain panelling that looks like a kitchen from the 1960s? I do see that many new vans are bringing their colour schemes into the new millenium (even that is 15 years ago) and that has much more visual appeal to me. Unfortunately a brand new v...	spreadsheet	9	1576	08:54 AM Nov 29, 2016 by vince56
	Cleaning pull up blind (Preview) We have those pull up blinds that are made of paper like material that is concertined. Has anyone any idea how to clean them? Can't vacuum them don'the want to use wet cloth in case it makes them soft -- Edited by madcart on Tuesday 22nd of November 2016 11:31:28 AM	madcart	3	1023	03:00 AM Nov 29, 2016 by madcart
	Where would we be without the Guys & Gals on here (Preview) Hi all, Where would Lambie and myself be, without all you Guys and Gals on here. Another big Thankyou to Terry who PM us. To help us with our van. We are looking forward to many more Adventures now. Thankyou one and all. Warm regards Jim & Lambie	Hey Jim	11	1246	12:30 AM Nov 29, 2016 by Bruce and Bev
	Advice Please :) (Preview) Hi to all, this site is great. My partner and I are trying to locate a good long term caravan or holiday park for our 25 footer, us and our little dog. We would like to stay in the Northern NSW areas of Chinderah, Kingscliff, Brunswick Heads, Pottsville, Hastings Pt; no further than Ballina. Any recom...	deb mcgrath	7	1094	10:23 PM Nov 28, 2016 by deb mcgrath
	Rubber roof on Winnebago (Preview) I believe there is a product that is used as a conditioner/wax that is used on Winnebago rubber roofs. Can any of you guys help?	Spike	3	855	09:33 PM Nov 28, 2016 by Aus-Kiwi
	New to Grey Nomads (Preview) Just finishing a fit out of a Renault Master Van and last think to do is get insect screen for the rear door and the sliding door Does anyone know who does the ones for Horizon or anyone	fatboy2	4	993	05:49 PM Nov 28, 2016 by the rocket
	Weber BBQ Addicts (Preview) Just wondering if anyone else follows the Weber BBQ Addicts page on Facebook. The site seems to have dissappeared. Was browsing it this morning, then went back to look again and it's completely gone. If someone is on it can you please check it and let me know if it is still there?	Dave Jezza	4	1541	03:32 PM Nov 28, 2016 by Kisha
	Merry Christmas and Happy New Year ( Early ) (Preview) I know it's early but my wife and I will be on the road starting again on Thursday and just before we go we would like to wish all the good people in this club all the best before we go. May everybody have a lovely time with family and friends and best of all may everybody stay safe and well. Stay safe on the road...	dave48	5	818	02:01 PM Nov 28, 2016 by Phil C
	Screw in Tent Pegs ( 1 2 ) (Preview) There has been a bit of discussion in the recent past about screw in tent pegs. Some posts refer to extra long coach screws that can be used with 'rattlers' I think, & others that can be got from US or GB. I came across this site that offers the option of two sizes of Aussie sold screw ins that seem to be r...	Cupie	47	16106	01:50 PM Nov 28, 2016 by Aus-Kiwi
	What no Santa (Preview) A piece in the West Australian. The Experts say that kids are being traumatized by Santa being a lie. Who do I sue by being told this, I have been told a lie for the past 65 years, and what about Rudolf, does that mean he doesn't have a big red nose. oh no I need trauma counseled, any one no a good one. https://...	goannaway	13	1504	01:46 PM Nov 28, 2016 by JayDee
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