The Grey Nomads - General

Drony · Drony

Hi People Whats the best road assistance for both car and caravan , as would like to have before we head yonder Thanks

NoelB · NoelB

Hi. Just doing my homework on a potential van. I do prefer Aussie made, however the reviews of the Ezytrail Winton 16' are ok. Does anyone have an opinion? Thanks. Noel

doug moody · doug moody

Wondered what type of jockey wheels that people are using with caravan moover like the purple line . Have a 4 degree upward slope to garage. About 3 meters of compacted gravel to concrete. Moovers work well. Jockey wheel cannot handle the weight despite being a steel center 8 inch ark wheel. Ball weig...

DavidMMc · DavidMMc

Hi all, I have recently purchased a new tug (Mazda BT50) to tow my 23' van. The van is coming with dual solar and dual batteries to allow us to go off grid. The question I have is, should I invest the dollars and have a second battery installed in the vehicle or just run it as it sits. It needs to go to an auto e...

soundadventurer · soundadventurer

https://asoundadventure.wordpress.com/2022/07/23/surreal-surrounds-at-the-big-red-bash/

Popa G · Popa G

Hi Newbe here Just purchased a Titanium with 2 120amh AGM Batteries .. thinking of changing to Lithium .. can i get a few opinions on is it worth it .. re cost .. weight .. looking at iTech world complete lithium 4WD kit 2 x 120 amh bat .. DCDC40 .. BC40 .. BM500 .. 2000W INVERTER .. $3349.00 Thanks Garry n R...

Pradokakadudavid · Pradokakadudavid

Just wondering if someone can recommend a manageable travel itinerary driving with self contained caravan from Perth to Ayres Rock via Eyre Hwy. Parameters would be:around 500-600 klms per day (a bit more if essential). caravan parks or safe over night stays (i.e. not in the middle of no where).pl...

yobarr · yobarr

Because I had noticed that our esteemed member, Possum3, had not posted for some time I decided to phone to check on him. Turns out that he has recently had quite a run of bad luck with a storm sending a "20 ton" tree crashing through the roof of the house he was living in, South of Sydney., destroying it....

RoboLB · RoboLB

We're in the process of buying a campervan and having second thoughts about the drive train. 2WD v 4WD v AWD. I'd really appreciate some thoughts from members. To put things into context and as some background. The Vehicle. We are committed to a campervan (like avatar) rather than larger motorhome...

Branchie · Branchie

Hi all, again I write for some helpful information from you long time caravaners out there... I would like to see a picture or some advice on what you are using to stop your fridge & micro wave doors from coming open when travelling on corrugated roads/tracks etc..

The Belmont Bear · The Belmont Bear

We ordered a made to order van last year and opted for the Aussie Traveller Euro ATRV windows. My wife wanted to fit curtains the same as what she had done in our previous van. We reckon that curtains with lining can be an advantage when you want to leave your windows open at night without using the blind as...

AndrewN · AndrewN

Firstly, a confession, I'm not a Grey Nomad (only 38yo and still working fulltime) but do hope to be one in the future and am in need of a friendly Grey Nomad. We took some advice to get our caravan and then get a car to suit which we've done, but I need to move the caravan from Somers to my front lawn in Nunawa...

Derek Barnes · Derek Barnes

We just got back from a 6 week holiday up the centre of Australia from Canberra to Darwin and back via Adelaide. From Mataranka north there was almost constant smoke in the air from burning off. There is regular burn offs along both sides of all the roads as well as through all the National Parks dependin...

86GTS · 86GTS

Does anyone else enjoy browsing thru Wikicamp locations reviews? It highlights the differences in peoples expectations of what a decent campsite should be. Some glampers seem to have an aversion to a bit of dust, a few ants or a flock of birds waking them up in the morning. Has anyone explained to them...

RoboLB · RoboLB

I only heard of ceramic coatings the other day. I think it was that great story by Ivan about the guy washing his car 8 times in the caravan park. Then I watched video today with Justin from 'Trip in a Van' on Youtube, talking about his new customised LC. Jeez he spent a lot on it. And he had it ceramic coate...

yobarr · yobarr

Not sure where I got this picture but thought that it may interest those who claim that authorities weigh only cars that look overloaded! This car (BT50?) certainly would attract attention although the rear of the car seems to be sitting higher than you'd expect. WDH? Cheers

Giggleswick · Giggleswick

Probably just me but I cant find where I can book seats on the Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin. I realise you cant just waltz up to the ticket office and buy same but the only things I get when Googling is these 5/6/7 day Package Tours costing thousand of $$$$$$$, side trips to Uluru, 2 days in Alice Springs et...

tea spoon · tea spoon

with the price of petrol now hitting $2.30 plus a litre............ im glad i dont tow a van any more i sold it and the ford falcon a while back when petrol was round $1.75 a litre.......im lucky i did it now i have a MAZDA 323 wagon 1800 with a roof rack for camping light goods on top ........ it gets over twic...

RoboLB · RoboLB

Sorry if this sounds like a weird thoughts/question. If I buy a new Campervan (not MH or Caravan) I'm thinking of asking them not to put the decals on it. You know, the stripes and builders name and all that stuff. Winnebago, KEA whatever. I'd rather just have a plain white van, that blends in a bit mor...

Juggenaut · Juggenaut

Morning people, was wondering has anyone travelled the section of road between Hughenden and the Lynd junction lately? if so can iget an update on the road condition. regards Juggenaut

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Road side assistance (Preview) Hi People Whats the best road assistance for both car and caravan , as would like to have before we head yonder Thanks	Drony	4	609	12:02 PM Jul 28, 2022 by DMaxer
	Ezytrail Winton 16' (Preview) Hi. Just doing my homework on a potential van. I do prefer Aussie made, however the reviews of the Ezytrail Winton 16' are ok. Does anyone have an opinion? Thanks. Noel	NoelB	7	2782	07:38 AM Jul 27, 2022 by Warren-Pat_01
	jockey wheels used in conjunction with purpleline moovers (Preview) Wondered what type of jockey wheels that people are using with caravan moover like the purple line . Have a 4 degree upward slope to garage. About 3 meters of compacted gravel to concrete. Moovers work well. Jockey wheel cannot handle the weight despite being a steel center 8 inch ark wheel. Ball weig...	doug moody	6	1684	04:00 PM Jul 24, 2022 by StuartandJan
	Dual Batteries in new tug (Preview) Hi all, I have recently purchased a new tug (Mazda BT50) to tow my 23' van. The van is coming with dual solar and dual batteries to allow us to go off grid. The question I have is, should I invest the dollars and have a second battery installed in the vehicle or just run it as it sits. It needs to go to an auto e...	DavidMMc	16	1708	02:56 PM Jul 24, 2022 by Whenarewethere
	The Big Red Bash - a must do (Preview) https://asoundadventure.wordpress.com/2022/07/23/surreal-surrounds-at-the-big-red-bash/	soundadventurer	2	539	03:12 PM Jul 23, 2022 by 86GTS
	Lithium to AGM (Preview) Hi Newbe here Just purchased a Titanium with 2 120amh AGM Batteries .. thinking of changing to Lithium .. can i get a few opinions on is it worth it .. re cost .. weight .. looking at iTech world complete lithium 4WD kit 2 x 120 amh bat .. DCDC40 .. BC40 .. BM500 .. 2000W INVERTER .. $3349.00 Thanks Garry n R...	Popa G	10	1358	11:33 AM Jul 23, 2022 by boab
	Travel itinerary for Perth to Ayres Rock trip. (Preview) Just wondering if someone can recommend a manageable travel itinerary driving with self contained caravan from Perth to Ayres Rock via Eyre Hwy. Parameters would be:around 500-600 klms per day (a bit more if essential). caravan parks or safe over night stays (i.e. not in the middle of no where).pl...	Pradokakadudavid	18	1521	11:17 PM Jul 22, 2022 by Stretch60
	Possum3 (Preview) Because I had noticed that our esteemed member, Possum3, had not posted for some time I decided to phone to check on him. Turns out that he has recently had quite a run of bad luck with a storm sending a "20 ton" tree crashing through the roof of the house he was living in, South of Sydney., destroying it....	yobarr	18	1481	10:28 PM Jul 22, 2022 by Warren-Pat_01
	2WD v 4WD v AWD - 2nd thoughts (Preview) We're in the process of buying a campervan and having second thoughts about the drive train. 2WD v 4WD v AWD. I'd really appreciate some thoughts from members. To put things into context and as some background. The Vehicle. We are committed to a campervan (like avatar) rather than larger motorhome...	RoboLB	26	2400	11:59 AM Jul 21, 2022 by Trailer Sailer
	Fridge Locks (Preview) Hi all, again I write for some helpful information from you long time caravaners out there... I would like to see a picture or some advice on what you are using to stop your fridge & micro wave doors from coming open when travelling on corrugated roads/tracks etc..	Branchie	13	1769	04:39 PM Jul 20, 2022 by KJB
	Fitting Curtains to ARTV Windows (Preview) We ordered a made to order van last year and opted for the Aussie Traveller Euro ATRV windows. My wife wanted to fit curtains the same as what she had done in our previous van. We reckon that curtains with lining can be an advantage when you want to leave your windows open at night without using the blind as...	The Belmont Bear	0	514	10:52 AM Jul 20, 2022 by The Belmont Bear
	Needing some help and education in Towing ( 1 2 ) Towing Victoria Melbourne (Preview) Firstly, a confession, I'm not a Grey Nomad (only 38yo and still working fulltime) but do hope to be one in the future and am in need of a friendly Grey Nomad. We took some advice to get our caravan and then get a car to suit which we've done, but I need to move the caravan from Somers to my front lawn in Nunawa...	AndrewN	35	9291	09:02 PM Jul 19, 2022 by yobarr
	Warning for asthmatics travelling north (Preview) We just got back from a 6 week holiday up the centre of Australia from Canberra to Darwin and back via Adelaide. From Mataranka north there was almost constant smoke in the air from burning off. There is regular burn offs along both sides of all the roads as well as through all the National Parks dependin...	Derek Barnes	6	961	03:26 PM Jul 16, 2022 by Wanda
	Wikicamp Reviews (Preview) Does anyone else enjoy browsing thru Wikicamp locations reviews? It highlights the differences in peoples expectations of what a decent campsite should be. Some glampers seem to have an aversion to a bit of dust, a few ants or a flock of birds waking them up in the morning. Has anyone explained to them...	86GTS	20	2494	01:23 PM Jul 14, 2022 by Onedodger
	Ceramic Coating on Campervan - Don't Laugh (Preview) I only heard of ceramic coatings the other day. I think it was that great story by Ivan about the guy washing his car 8 times in the caravan park. Then I watched video today with Justin from 'Trip in a Van' on Youtube, talking about his new customised LC. Jeez he spent a lot on it. And he had it ceramic coate...	RoboLB	12	2122	09:08 AM Jul 14, 2022 by Aus-Kiwi
	Must've looked suss? (Preview) Not sure where I got this picture but thought that it may interest those who claim that authorities weigh only cars that look overloaded! This car (BT50?) certainly would attract attention although the rear of the car seems to be sitting higher than you'd expect. WDH? Cheers	yobarr	23	2924	09:03 AM Jul 14, 2022 by Aus-Kiwi
	The Ghan Train (closed) (Preview) Probably just me but I cant find where I can book seats on the Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin. I realise you cant just waltz up to the ticket office and buy same but the only things I get when Googling is these 5/6/7 day Package Tours costing thousand of $$$$$$$, side trips to Uluru, 2 days in Alice Springs et...	Giggleswick	23	1940	04:25 PM Jul 13, 2022 by Wanda
	petrol the price is rediculas ( 1 2 ) (Preview) with the price of petrol now hitting $2.30 plus a litre............ im glad i dont tow a van any more i sold it and the ford falcon a while back when petrol was round $1.75 a litre.......im lucky i did it now i have a MAZDA 323 wagon 1800 with a roof rack for camping light goods on top ........ it gets over twic...	tea spoon	46	2604	07:58 PM Jul 12, 2022 by Mike Harding
	Daft Question Maybe - New Campervan Decals (Preview) Sorry if this sounds like a weird thoughts/question. If I buy a new Campervan (not MH or Caravan) I'm thinking of asking them not to put the decals on it. You know, the stripes and builders name and all that stuff. Winnebago, KEA whatever. I'd rather just have a plain white van, that blends in a bit mor...	RoboLB	26	2415	07:56 PM Jul 12, 2022 by Ivan 01
	Hahn Highway (Preview) Morning people, was wondering has anyone travelled the section of road between Hughenden and the Lynd junction lately? if so can iget an update on the road condition. regards Juggenaut	Juggenaut	1	493	09:29 AM Jul 11, 2022 by RoboLB
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