The Grey Nomads - General

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi all, We want to use the NEW JAYCO JOURNEY OUTBACK 17.55 to travel unsealed roads less knowen when we finally take delivery in December. Reading tonight on the Jayco site the OUTBACK POLICY: Outback PACK terms and conditions (Why do they call it a JOURNEY OUTBACK at all). It Reads: Jayco's Outback...

rockylizard · rockylizard

http://www.couriermail.com.au/business/smaller-super-balances-are-adequate-to-retire-comfortably-on/story-fnihpl9...

Ginge · Ginge

hi all, I am another newbie so will likely be asking lots of silly stuff. i am the proud owner of a 2005 AVan Cruiseliner named Cara. I hav had her for a month and want to change the exterior lights to LED. The current bulbs keep coming loose so indicators don't always work. I read a post on here recently abou...

Olley46 · Olley46

Hi everyone Just wondering any body wich has added a washing machine to there van ,where do you transport it. Thank you Lance C.

digah · digah

We have only recently purchased our new Retreat caravan, and would like to fit a diesel heater. Wondering firstly which type and brand is recommended for effectiveness and ease of installation. Husband is quite a handyman so hoping he can fit it. We live in SA so any advice re brands, costs, suppliers...

Dreamweaver · Dreamweaver

I was wondering if anybody has experience with towing a van with an ATM of between 2700 kgs to 2900 kgs with a late model Pajero? If so I would be grateful for your feedback good and bad. Blair

clarence · clarence

I am regretfully selling my 4495gvm motorhome in qld, do i need a roadworthy and gas check? vic

kiwijims · kiwijims

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-03/snow-across-tasmania-forces-many-key-road-closures/6666838-- Edited by kiwijims on Monday 3rd of August 2015 10:47:29 AM

rockylizard · rockylizard

http://www.caravancampingsales.com.au/content/news/2015/the-truth-about-3500kg-tow-ratings-52864\

D and D · D and D

We're heading to Rawnsley Park station and the most direct route from where we are is through Pichi Richi Pass. However, there appear to be a number of low bridges and we're a little concerned since our van is a little over 3 metres high and we don't want to be stuck since reversing is not our forte and ther...

shekon · shekon

And there are those who say it is not worth the drive as there is nothing to do or see......... This is a copy of what I have written on my blog.........I have posted here rather than the solo section as a member asked about travelling North from Perth. AND ANOTHER STUNNING DAY. After many goodbyes, h...

rasa · rasa

Hi Every One I have come across an App that you can download on your phone or tablet to register where and when you see vermin on your travels www.feralscan.org.au) this App is a very important tool to keep track of Feral cats and other Vermin around Australia On our travels we can record the sightings o...

didi · didi

Hi Has anyone had a roof hatch installed on their RV recently ? Just wondering how much it costs- rough idea. Im going to be in Cairns then Townsville and looking at one with a fan and flyscreens :) cheers

Dougwe · Dougwe

Phew! We made it. What did we make I hear you ask? Well, we made the climb up the hill of 2015 is what. The year is well and truly half gone now and we have started the journey down hill and at the bottom will be 2016 and I tell you that for free. TRUE. It's also time for my monthly update so as usual, a u-tur...

alhilda · alhilda

Wondering would I be foolish to purchase a 1976 Toyota Coaster. According to the blurb: This fully refurbished Motorhome is ideal for a couple or a single person looking to travel around Australia. It is at such a low price and must sell ASAP. We bought it 18 months ago, striped the whole bus to the she...

RUSSELL-5458 · RUSSELL-5458

I am after a bit of help as to what we can do in Hervey Bay late August this year as well as the whale watching. My wife and i are passing thru and can only stay about 3 days. Thank you in advance as i have been given some great help from this site. Russell 5458

Wandering Whitfields · Wandering Whitfields

Hi , i am hoping this topic will be allowed, my daughter is now terminally ill, be have been raising her two children for the past 3-4 years as her illness progressed. we have started up a fund for her last wish, which is to have a holiday with her kids, they have never had one together. Angela was born a quad...

Jackie · Jackie

need new set of tyres for our tug, Nissan Parthfinder R51, towing20 foot Roadstar, approx 2.6 ton, will be on the road full time next year, have been running Hankook road tyre, looking at all terain light truck tyre, any suggestions appriciated.

justcruisin01 · justcruisin01

Just had a couple or three days in Perth with a family member that works at the Crown Casino. We went in with him on Monday morning for a guided tour of the facility; to walk in at 9.00am monday & see so many people of all ages & nationality's playing pokies was unbelievable; along with many other g...

Kiwi-as · Kiwi-as

Well I have the Planner Diesel heater in place and working like a dream (see post in Techies) Now am starting on the outside. Got the roof scrubbed down yesterday, had to fish all the leaves out of the roof vents first. Went to Bunnings and got 4 lts of Simple Green, they did not have Truck Wash. Today hope...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Traveling on unsealed outback roads (Preview) Hi all, We want to use the NEW JAYCO JOURNEY OUTBACK 17.55 to travel unsealed roads less knowen when we finally take delivery in December. Reading tonight on the Jayco site the OUTBACK POLICY: Outback PACK terms and conditions (Why do they call it a JOURNEY OUTBACK at all). It Reads: Jayco's Outback...	Hey Jim	18	3400	07:54 PM Aug 3, 2015 by Hey Jim
	Fake Toyota airbag parts.... (Preview) http://www.couriermail.com.au/business/smaller-super-balances-are-adequate-to-retire-comfortably-on/story-fnihpl9...	rockylizard	0	614	07:39 PM Aug 3, 2015 by rockylizard
	AVan (Preview) hi all, I am another newbie so will likely be asking lots of silly stuff. i am the proud owner of a 2005 AVan Cruiseliner named Cara. I hav had her for a month and want to change the exterior lights to LED. The current bulbs keep coming loose so indicators don't always work. I read a post on here recently abou...	Ginge	12	2888	06:09 PM Aug 3, 2015 by elliemike
	Washing Machine. (Preview) Hi everyone Just wondering any body wich has added a washing machine to there van ,where do you transport it. Thank you Lance C.	Olley46	13	1773	03:29 PM Aug 3, 2015 by IamSkippy
	Best diesel heater for a 20'6 caravan (Preview) We have only recently purchased our new Retreat caravan, and would like to fit a diesel heater. Wondering firstly which type and brand is recommended for effectiveness and ease of installation. Husband is quite a handyman so hoping he can fit it. We live in SA so any advice re brands, costs, suppliers...	digah	13	17014	11:27 AM Aug 3, 2015 by kenmarg
	Towing with a late model Pajero (Preview) I was wondering if anybody has experience with towing a van with an ATM of between 2700 kgs to 2900 kgs with a late model Pajero? If so I would be grateful for your feedback good and bad. Blair	Dreamweaver	10	1545	11:13 AM Aug 3, 2015 by Dreamweaver
	roadworthy (Preview) I am regretfully selling my 4495gvm motorhome in qld, do i need a roadworthy and gas check? vic	clarence	3	670	11:06 AM Aug 3, 2015 by Yuglamron
	Snow settles on Hobart's beaches (Preview) http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-03/snow-across-tasmania-forces-many-key-road-closures/6666838-- Edited by kiwijims on Monday 3rd of August 2015 10:47:29 AM	kiwijims	0	587	10:45 AM Aug 3, 2015 by kiwijims
	The "truth" about 3,500Kg Ute towing capabilities (Preview) http://www.caravancampingsales.com.au/content/news/2015/the-truth-about-3500kg-tow-ratings-52864\	rockylizard	12	2408	03:07 AM Aug 3, 2015 by Plendo
	Pichi Richi Pass Bridge Clearances (Preview) We're heading to Rawnsley Park station and the most direct route from where we are is through Pichi Richi Pass. However, there appear to be a number of low bridges and we're a little concerned since our van is a little over 3 metres high and we don't want to be stuck since reversing is not our forte and ther...	D and D	4	1438	07:01 PM Aug 2, 2015 by Peter_n_Margaret
	My first free camp heading south from Port Hedland. (Preview) And there are those who say it is not worth the drive as there is nothing to do or see......... This is a copy of what I have written on my blog.........I have posted here rather than the solo section as a member asked about travelling North from Perth. AND ANOTHER STUNNING DAY. After many goodbyes, h...	shekon	11	1199	03:30 PM Aug 2, 2015 by spice
	APP for Vermin sightings (Preview) Hi Every One I have come across an App that you can download on your phone or tablet to register where and when you see vermin on your travels www.feralscan.org.au) this App is a very important tool to keep track of Feral cats and other Vermin around Australia On our travels we can record the sightings o...	rasa	4	697	02:07 PM Aug 2, 2015 by in transit
	Roof Hatch on Motorhome.... Cost to install? (Preview) Hi Has anyone had a roof hatch installed on their RV recently ? Just wondering how much it costs- rough idea. Im going to be in Cairns then Townsville and looking at one with a fan and flyscreens :) cheers	didi	5	1476	01:49 PM Aug 2, 2015 by in transit
	JULY 2015 UPDATE (Preview) Phew! We made it. What did we make I hear you ask? Well, we made the climb up the hill of 2015 is what. The year is well and truly half gone now and we have started the journey down hill and at the bottom will be 2016 and I tell you that for free. TRUE. It's also time for my monthly update so as usual, a u-tur...	Dougwe	10	1627	11:51 AM Aug 2, 2015 by Phil C
	1976 Toyota Coaster Motorhome (Preview) Wondering would I be foolish to purchase a 1976 Toyota Coaster. According to the blurb: This fully refurbished Motorhome is ideal for a couple or a single person looking to travel around Australia. It is at such a low price and must sell ASAP. We bought it 18 months ago, striped the whole bus to the she...	alhilda	13	2692	06:28 AM Aug 2, 2015 by alhilda
	HERVEY BAY (Preview) I am after a bit of help as to what we can do in Hervey Bay late August this year as well as the whale watching. My wife and i are passing thru and can only stay about 3 days. Thank you in advance as i have been given some great help from this site. Russell 5458	RUSSELL-5458	11	1401	10:00 PM Aug 1, 2015 by Cruising Cruze
	Please help my daughter. (Preview) Hi , i am hoping this topic will be allowed, my daughter is now terminally ill, be have been raising her two children for the past 3-4 years as her illness progressed. we have started up a fund for her last wish, which is to have a holiday with her kids, they have never had one together. Angela was born a quad...	Wandering Whitfields	2	1327	09:45 PM Aug 1, 2015 by Wandering Whitfields
	Tyres for Tug (Preview) need new set of tyres for our tug, Nissan Parthfinder R51, towing20 foot Roadstar, approx 2.6 ton, will be on the road full time next year, have been running Hankook road tyre, looking at all terain light truck tyre, any suggestions appriciated.	Jackie	23	1771	08:25 PM Aug 1, 2015 by Wombat 280
	HOW DOES THE OTHER HALF DO IT? (Preview) Just had a couple or three days in Perth with a family member that works at the Crown Casino. We went in with him on Monday morning for a guided tour of the facility; to walk in at 9.00am monday & see so many people of all ages & nationality's playing pokies was unbelievable; along with many other g...	justcruisin01	20	2086	06:43 PM Aug 1, 2015 by mr glassies
	Kiwi at work. (Preview) Well I have the Planner Diesel heater in place and working like a dream (see post in Techies) Now am starting on the outside. Got the roof scrubbed down yesterday, had to fish all the leaves out of the roof vents first. Went to Bunnings and got 4 lts of Simple Green, they did not have Truck Wash. Today hope...	Kiwi-as	2	648	06:25 PM Aug 1, 2015 by Kiwi-as
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