The Grey Nomads - General

gu42 · gu42

I've got a 19ft van with a Dometic CK36H401RI2 roof mounted a/c unit I've been running the a/c and its only been dropping the van to about 5 degrees below ambient (ambient temp has been around 30 degrees) according to the manual it has a 3124w cooling capacity and it should be sufficient for a van up to 7.5...

rgren2 · rgren2

All right, at some stage we die. Our mortal remains need to be disposed. Some prefer burial, some crypts and some cremation.The bride and I have put cremation into our wills and the place where the ashes will be placed.Now, the kicker.Should we prepay fully the whole process?Should we take an insuran...

Daqtar · Daqtar

Greetings all, My partner and I are intending to do the big lap soon. My question is, do I rent out my house? This means: Placing my household goods into storage, which means packing everything up (I'm not as fit as I used to be) that will be a pain. Getting a real estate agent to manage the property Landl...

kirky · kirky

No longer listed in Wiki camps??? is the place still open to our mob

aastek · aastek

Any good/decent free caravan camping around Broken Hill?

RoboLB · RoboLB

Hi All, We are looking at buying a campervan. Having rented one, we like the small size and ability to park at Coles etc to drop in for food shopping. We tend to drive in regional rather than remote areas, so the ability to easily park in towns is important to us. But how long is too long? Any thoughts or a...

msg · msg

Have been hearing a lot lately about Roadside Assistance programs. I have the the top cover and am a longtime member 20yrs. (Not that that has been any benefit to me) as I really haven't had to call them. Getting A 10% discount on something that you might buy once in 10yrs is nothing. I was always happy...

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

On Saturday the 21st May 2022 - election day: Aldi caravan stuff sale

RoboLB · RoboLB

I've read some very useful posts on the topic, but a lot were a few years old and maybe some things have changed. I'd really value some advice from members here, as Pat and I are very new to this. Like totally new! Perhaps if I outline what we are looking for, you could take shots at my logic or thinking? Whi...

Rasty · Rasty

Hi All, I?m interested to hear opinions on the current 3.2 Ford Ranger ,looking at the ranger ,Bt50(Isuzu) and of course Dmax , I currently have my 2nd Dmax and thought a change may be nice also availability. Mainly comments on fuel usage ,reliability Etc. Thanks in advance.

Cowboy7307 · Cowboy7307

We are looking at going to Floriade in Canberra this year and was wanting to know of a good caravan park within easy drive, was hoping to book this week

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

Would welcome comments regarding ground conditions in general locale central Queensland especially. Are they mudholes or easily negotiable without sinking in the ground. Same for grassy vanparks. ????

mgtlat · mgtlat

The release valve seems to be stuck when I attempt to lower the van. I have managed to release it before and the van came flying down to the ground! Not good at all. Any advice on how to slowly lower it will be great. Cheers

Wayne o · Wayne o

I was just going through a few different choices of cooking outside my new motorhome and particularly the choice between open burner types and the closed lid type, such as Weber BabyQ's. I was looking through the Dometic website in particular which displayed both types. Not looking to start a war o...

Pradokakadudavid · Pradokakadudavid

Like most caravan owners, we have gone around and around in circles attempting to make what is a very uncomfortable mattress tolerable. After the usual mods such as mattress toppers, new mattress etc we have come to the conclusion that we need to replace the bamboo slats on the bed base that make life...

Pradokakadudavid · Pradokakadudavid

The original 22" TV (NCE - ever heard of it!!!!!) that came with my Retreat caravan is the worst piece of electrical (you know what) I have ever seen. Can anyone recommend a good quality (even smart) 12volt TV for use in a 24' caravan. I have been told that the brackets are universal. I live in Perth WA. A...

Giggleswick · Giggleswick

Hi - on the road at the moment and will be heading into South Aus in a few weeks. Intend spending at least two/three weeks travelling from Port Augusta up to Marree and back then towards Adelaide. However, was thinking once we get back to Port Augusta going up to Woomera, Roxby Downs and Andamooka for a...

Bulldozer · Bulldozer

All of a sudden there seems to be heaps of off road vans around. some big 22 footers that are as high as a block of flats, and not cheap to buy new. I tow at about 90kph and they go past me like I'm nailed to the fence. They seemed to have a very high centre of gravity, surely that wouldn't enhance stability? I on...

MicknEvie · MicknEvie

G'day all, we are looking to upgrade our caravan, and currently looking at a 2010 model. We are looking for feedback good or bad from past or present owners. Thanks in advance. Mick n Evie Webb

Long Weekend · Long Weekend

https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/other/toyota-prius-becomes-ultimate-tow-vehicle-with-gooseneck-hitch-upgrade/ar-AAWTq2q?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=456af82b063b4814a03b789ee33e7e49&fullscreen=true#image=1

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	a/c only dropping ambient temp by 5 degrees (Preview) I've got a 19ft van with a Dometic CK36H401RI2 roof mounted a/c unit I've been running the a/c and its only been dropping the van to about 5 degrees below ambient (ambient temp has been around 30 degrees) according to the manual it has a 3124w cooling capacity and it should be sufficient for a van up to 7.5...	gu42	7	1462	03:45 PM May 22, 2022 by bobsa
	Funerals (Preview) All right, at some stage we die. Our mortal remains need to be disposed. Some prefer burial, some crypts and some cremation.The bride and I have put cremation into our wills and the place where the ashes will be placed.Now, the kicker.Should we prepay fully the whole process?Should we take an insuran...	rgren2	29	1592	11:36 AM May 22, 2022 by patrol03
	"Rent or Not to Rent" that is the question ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Greetings all, My partner and I are intending to do the big lap soon. My question is, do I rent out my house? This means: Placing my household goods into storage, which means packing everything up (I'm not as fit as I used to be) that will be a pain. Getting a real estate agent to manage the property Landl...	Daqtar	47	4655	10:29 AM May 22, 2022 by Peter_n_Margaret
	Pilliga bore baths. (Preview) No longer listed in Wiki camps??? is the place still open to our mob	kirky	7	1053	04:30 PM May 21, 2022 by Tony LEE
	Free camping Broken Hill (Preview) Any good/decent free caravan camping around Broken Hill?	aastek	10	3215	01:32 PM May 21, 2022 by watsea
	Campervan Length v Car Space Size? Looking at 3 options....... Help (Preview) Hi All, We are looking at buying a campervan. Having rented one, we like the small size and ability to park at Coles etc to drop in for food shopping. We tend to drive in regional rather than remote areas, so the ability to easily park in towns is important to us. But how long is too long? Any thoughts or a...	RoboLB	20	3286	12:54 PM May 20, 2022 by msg
	Roadside Assistance/Insurance (Preview) Have been hearing a lot lately about Roadside Assistance programs. I have the the top cover and am a longtime member 20yrs. (Not that that has been any benefit to me) as I really haven't had to call them. Getting A 10% discount on something that you might buy once in 10yrs is nothing. I was always happy...	msg	14	1597	11:37 AM May 20, 2022 by Buzz Lightbulb
	Aldi - caravan bit and pieces sale (Preview) On Saturday the 21st May 2022 - election day: Aldi caravan stuff sale	Mike Harding	6	1865	10:50 PM May 18, 2022 by Cupie
	Campervan for a Newbie Couple (Preview) I've read some very useful posts on the topic, but a lot were a few years old and maybe some things have changed. I'd really value some advice from members here, as Pat and I are very new to this. Like totally new! Perhaps if I outline what we are looking for, you could take shots at my logic or thinking? Whi...	RoboLB	10	1125	06:22 PM May 18, 2022 by RoboLB
	Dmax or ranger opinions (Preview) Hi All, I?m interested to hear opinions on the current 3.2 Ford Ranger ,looking at the ranger ,Bt50(Isuzu) and of course Dmax , I currently have my 2nd Dmax and thought a change may be nice also availability. Mainly comments on fuel usage ,reliability Etc. Thanks in advance.	Rasty	7	1564	09:18 AM May 18, 2022 by littledick
	Floriade caravan park (Preview) We are looking at going to Floriade in Canberra this year and was wanting to know of a good caravan park within easy drive, was hoping to book this week	Cowboy7307	7	1764	12:06 PM May 16, 2022 by Long Weekend
	Camp conditions after rain (Preview) Would welcome comments regarding ground conditions in general locale central Queensland especially. Are they mudholes or easily negotiable without sinking in the ground. Same for grassy vanparks. ????	Brodie Allen	4	1086	05:12 PM May 15, 2022 by Brodie Allen
	Trailerjack Release Valve stuck (Preview) The release valve seems to be stuck when I attempt to lower the van. I have managed to release it before and the van came flying down to the ground! Not good at all. Any advice on how to slowly lower it will be great. Cheers	mgtlat	1	544	09:25 AM May 14, 2022 by watsea
	Outdoor cooking - Open burner cooker or closed lid type? (Preview) I was just going through a few different choices of cooking outside my new motorhome and particularly the choice between open burner types and the closed lid type, such as Weber BabyQ's. I was looking through the Dometic website in particular which displayed both types. Not looking to start a war o...	Wayne o	12	704	08:20 PM May 13, 2022 by Radar
	Replacing the bamboo slats in the base of my bed. (Preview) Like most caravan owners, we have gone around and around in circles attempting to make what is a very uncomfortable mattress tolerable. After the usual mods such as mattress toppers, new mattress etc we have come to the conclusion that we need to replace the bamboo slats on the bed base that make life...	Pradokakadudavid	10	1880	02:59 PM May 13, 2022 by Mike Harding
	What's the best smart TV for a caravan - Satelitte TV (Preview) The original 22" TV (NCE - ever heard of it!!!!!) that came with my Retreat caravan is the worst piece of electrical (you know what) I have ever seen. Can anyone recommend a good quality (even smart) 12volt TV for use in a 24' caravan. I have been told that the brackets are universal. I live in Perth WA. A...	Pradokakadudavid	19	10482	06:35 PM May 12, 2022 by Aus-Kiwi
	Visiting Woomera and….. (Preview) Hi - on the road at the moment and will be heading into South Aus in a few weeks. Intend spending at least two/three weeks travelling from Port Augusta up to Marree and back then towards Adelaide. However, was thinking once we get back to Port Augusta going up to Woomera, Roxby Downs and Andamooka for a...	Giggleswick	13	1244	06:17 PM May 12, 2022 by JeffRae
	Off road or on road rig? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) All of a sudden there seems to be heaps of off road vans around. some big 22 footers that are as high as a block of flats, and not cheap to buy new. I tow at about 90kph and they go past me like I'm nailed to the fence. They seemed to have a very high centre of gravity, surely that wouldn't enhance stability? I on...	Bulldozer	31	4208	12:06 PM May 12, 2022 by StewG
	Blue Sky Caravans. (Preview) G'day all, we are looking to upgrade our caravan, and currently looking at a 2010 model. We are looking for feedback good or bad from past or present owners. Thanks in advance. Mick n Evie Webb	MicknEvie	11	8263	09:58 AM May 12, 2022 by Belly boy
	Toyota Prius as Tow Vehicle. (Preview) https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/other/toyota-prius-becomes-ultimate-tow-vehicle-with-gooseneck-hitch-upgrade/ar-AAWTq2q?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=456af82b063b4814a03b789ee33e7e49&fullscreen=true#image=1	Long Weekend	10	1251	07:49 PM May 11, 2022 by Pradokakadudavid
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