The Grey Nomads - General

Mein · Mein

I am genuinely puzzled as to how vehicle manufacturers determine the (braked) towing capacity of their models. Here are some examples which, to my mind, are inconsistent and/or contradictory:- 2008 Mitsubishi 380 - kerb weight 1,665 kgs - engine power 175 kw / 343 nm - towing capacity 1,600 kgs 2...

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

I've just switched my phone to a Woolworth plan simply because they are offering a 10% discount on shopping once a month. I have been a Woolworth shopper for years and prefer them to Coles and they are generally one hell of a lot cheaper than IGAs; I spend around $400 to $500 per month on food (I eat well :) )...

Plain Truth · Plain Truth

Last March I posted about 2 new free camps to be opened on the Mitta Mitta. Just came back from a trip up that way,and one is opened and the other will be opened soon. Some photos of the start and the finish. New tables and benches,fire pits and a drop toilet,

OKA · OKA

Dear web of Wisdom Looking for anyone with specific brand experience Palomino vs. NorthStar slide-on-campers. Good/bad/what breaks/what doesn't/after sales support/would you buy another & why - that kind of stuff please. Currently these two are the short list with Palomino ahead on pric...

snap1946 · snap1946

hi allwhen do we get the One off Economic Support Payment in qld for pensionerscheers snap

Donesailing · Donesailing

Hi, The 15-month old mattress in my caravan has deformed due to bad design and poor mattress support (flexi-slats, not a solid base) and is slowly destroying my wifes back. We live permanently in our van so I have to resolve the issue ASAP as every medical person my wife has seen believe the mattress is t...

woolman · woolman

Over the last few years there is clearly a trend to have so called "off road" suspension. They are everything you dont want on any sort of trailer if you want the safest. They are non load sharing (load not even even on all tyres, they are higher (more unstable), and have high traction tyres (what for). ...

DMaxer · DMaxer

I am planning an extended tour commencing in the next couple of months and am slowly working through the things I need to do prior to departure. As my ideas of servicing the fridge and installing a load slide and hard cover have all hit the fence with an almighty bang I am now turning my mind to a radio. I don...

lawrie · lawrie

would any one know the road condition from Windorah to Bedourie, I plan on traveling this route in the next week or so, and then on to Boulia . with my caravan. thanks Lawrie -- Edited by lawrie on Thursday 14th of April 2022 07:41:52 AM

Phlipper · Phlipper

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-04-14/eyre-peninsula-beaches-under-pressure-from-campers/100992134

gdayjr · gdayjr

I will be hitting the road full time in around 4 months, and i was thinking of a useful hobby to pursue whilst travelling this great land.I got to thinking about gold detecting. Obviously, plenty of researching needs to be done around the subject of the best locations, and with that a useful history le...

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

We are currently on a farm sit and it is very run down and overgrown, while we are only meant to feed dogs, chooks and check cattle, I feel that the owner needs some help but he considers all is OK. Should I do some tidy up to et the owner see what a change can do.

PeteF · PeteF

I am interested in comments from anyone who has purchased and uses the NCE 12 volt oscillating fan. Yeah, it is expensive and there a lots of alternatives, but I would like some user comments. From the specs, it seems to be about as energy efficient as the Sirocco fan. It lacks a delayed turn off setting,...

Phlipper · Phlipper

Just got back from being away for a month, and just for the hell of it we decided to note down every brand of caravan we seen. So far 78 brands seen, not models, just brands, which sure indicates the Caravan industry is booming in Australia.

aussie_paul · aussie_paul

To my GN friends, may you have a Holy, safe, and happy Easter weekend. Aussie Paul.

mgtlat · mgtlat

We are looking at buying a 2017 Jayco Starcraft 21.66.3 with an Electric Slide Out and Club Lounge. Good condition. What would be an approx price range? TIA

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

Further to another post re home insurance - Have received two (so far) renewals for vehicles: Up 10 and 12% - and reduced valuations. Going to have to dig deeper just about everywhere, it seems.

DC · DC

Hi All Just wondering if there are many people waiting for their new van like me, I ordered a Jayco Journey outback in October last year I have just been told ETA is October 21? Very Frustrating as part of me wants to pull out of the agreement and buy elsewhere.

StreetsAhead · StreetsAhead

Check out the video on the Rivian Electric Ute...not a advert but a look at one that's actually owned by a person. They start to drive it about 17 mins into the video. Rivian R1T Electric Pickup Truck: A Real Owner's Perspective (insideevs.com)

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

Get ready for it - my insurance in Queensland and with Suncorp up 31.5% since last year. Been with them forever, never had a claim, yearly increases always been relatively minor, but more than increase in insurance cover might dictate. everyone looks like being penalised to cover for the flood are...

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	How are towing capacities determined? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I am genuinely puzzled as to how vehicle manufacturers determine the (braked) towing capacity of their models. Here are some examples which, to my mind, are inconsistent and/or contradictory:- 2008 Mitsubishi 380 - kerb weight 1,665 kgs - engine power 175 kw / 343 nm - towing capacity 1,600 kgs 2...	Mein	40	2449	02:08 PM Apr 22, 2022 by Tony108
	Woolworth mobile phone plans - worth a look, I suggest (Preview) I've just switched my phone to a Woolworth plan simply because they are offering a 10% discount on shopping once a month. I have been a Woolworth shopper for years and prefer them to Coles and they are generally one hell of a lot cheaper than IGAs; I spend around $400 to $500 per month on food (I eat well :) )...	Mike Harding	29	2198	10:31 PM Apr 21, 2022 by Gundog
	New free camp up and running (Preview) Last March I posted about 2 new free camps to be opened on the Mitta Mitta. Just came back from a trip up that way,and one is opened and the other will be opened soon. Some photos of the start and the finish. New tables and benches,fire pits and a drop toilet,	Plain Truth	26	2755	02:22 PM Apr 21, 2022 by CraigS
	slide on advice - Palomino & NorthStar especially (Preview) Dear web of Wisdom Looking for anyone with specific brand experience Palomino vs. NorthStar slide-on-campers. Good/bad/what breaks/what doesn't/after sales support/would you buy another & why - that kind of stuff please. Currently these two are the short list with Palomino ahead on pric...	OKA	8	1051	09:32 AM Apr 21, 2022 by OKA
	pension (Preview) hi allwhen do we get the One off Economic Support Payment in qld for pensionerscheers snap	snap1946	3	787	09:23 AM Apr 21, 2022 by 86GTS
	Caravan mattress enquiry (Preview) Hi, The 15-month old mattress in my caravan has deformed due to bad design and poor mattress support (flexi-slats, not a solid base) and is slowly destroying my wifes back. We live permanently in our van so I have to resolve the issue ASAP as every medical person my wife has seen believe the mattress is t...	Donesailing	17	8861	09:16 PM Apr 20, 2022 by ConsumerMan
	Trend to non loadding sharing caravan suspension (Preview) Over the last few years there is clearly a trend to have so called "off road" suspension. They are everything you dont want on any sort of trailer if you want the safest. They are non load sharing (load not even even on all tyres, they are higher (more unstable), and have high traction tyres (what for). ...	woolman	13	1504	12:18 PM Apr 20, 2022 by Clarky 1
	The Next Project (Preview) I am planning an extended tour commencing in the next couple of months and am slowly working through the things I need to do prior to departure. As my ideas of servicing the fridge and installing a load slide and hard cover have all hit the fence with an almighty bang I am now turning my mind to a radio. I don...	DMaxer	14	1384	09:49 AM Apr 19, 2022 by Buzz Lightbulb
	Windorah to bedourie (Preview) would any one know the road condition from Windorah to Bedourie, I plan on traveling this route in the next week or so, and then on to Boulia . with my caravan. thanks Lawrie -- Edited by lawrie on Thursday 14th of April 2022 07:41:52 AM	lawrie	5	1462	08:57 AM Apr 19, 2022 by suengreg
	Easter Bedlam (Preview) https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-04-14/eyre-peninsula-beaches-under-pressure-from-campers/100992134	Phlipper	6	978	08:29 AM Apr 19, 2022 by Rob Driver
	Gold detecting whilst on the road ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I will be hitting the road full time in around 4 months, and i was thinking of a useful hobby to pursue whilst travelling this great land.I got to thinking about gold detecting. Obviously, plenty of researching needs to be done around the subject of the best locations, and with that a useful history le...	gdayjr	51	4971	06:27 AM Apr 19, 2022 by gdayjr
	Farm sit question (Preview) We are currently on a farm sit and it is very run down and overgrown, while we are only meant to feed dogs, chooks and check cattle, I feel that the owner needs some help but he considers all is OK. Should I do some tidy up to et the owner see what a change can do.	jeepnudger	11	989	05:37 PM Apr 18, 2022 by StewG
	NCE 12 Volt Oscillating Fan (Preview) I am interested in comments from anyone who has purchased and uses the NCE 12 volt oscillating fan. Yeah, it is expensive and there a lots of alternatives, but I would like some user comments. From the specs, it seems to be about as energy efficient as the Sirocco fan. It lacks a delayed turn off setting,...	PeteF	3	602	03:24 PM Apr 18, 2022 by vince56
	I need to get a life...Van Spotting (Preview) Just got back from being away for a month, and just for the hell of it we decided to note down every brand of caravan we seen. So far 78 brands seen, not models, just brands, which sure indicates the Caravan industry is booming in Australia.	Phlipper	10	1894	10:34 AM Apr 17, 2022 by Buzz Lightbulb
	Easter weekend... (Preview) To my GN friends, may you have a Holy, safe, and happy Easter weekend. Aussie Paul.	aussie_paul	4	609	09:27 AM Apr 17, 2022 by Craig1
	Jayco Starcraft (Preview) We are looking at buying a 2017 Jayco Starcraft 21.66.3 with an Electric Slide Out and Club Lounge. Good condition. What would be an approx price range? TIA	mgtlat	5	1644	12:27 PM Apr 15, 2022 by Buzz Lightbulb
	Vehicle Insurance increases (Preview) Further to another post re home insurance - Have received two (so far) renewals for vehicles: Up 10 and 12% - and reduced valuations. Going to have to dig deeper just about everywhere, it seems.	Brodie Allen	16	1388	12:26 PM Apr 15, 2022 by Buzz Lightbulb
	Waiting for my new van (Preview) Hi All Just wondering if there are many people waiting for their new van like me, I ordered a Jayco Journey outback in October last year I have just been told ETA is October 21? Very Frustrating as part of me wants to pull out of the agreement and buy elsewhere.	DC	23	3312	12:17 PM Apr 15, 2022 by Dougwe
	Rivian Electric Ute ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Check out the video on the Rivian Electric Ute...not a advert but a look at one that's actually owned by a person. They start to drive it about 17 mins into the video. Rivian R1T Electric Pickup Truck: A Real Owner's Perspective (insideevs.com)	StreetsAhead	35	2563	12:06 PM Apr 15, 2022 by mus429
	Home Insurance increases (Preview) Get ready for it - my insurance in Queensland and with Suncorp up 31.5% since last year. Been with them forever, never had a claim, yearly increases always been relatively minor, but more than increase in insurance cover might dictate. everyone looks like being penalised to cover for the flood are...	Brodie Allen	16	2117	09:41 AM Apr 15, 2022 by the rocket
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