The Grey Nomads - General

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

i am keen to see Tasmania ,however , I understand weather plays a major part on the island. Ferry fares are quite reasonable at the moment and as this makes a significant part of any cost going to Tasssy am i being silly considering this time ... Would you travel there from march through to july ? I have bee...

Mikris · Mikris

Were considering putting a 4 season vent onto our Paramount Poptop van, has anyone done this? Is the roof solid enough to cut into and fit the 4 season vent, or is it likely to dip which would I turn cause water leaks? be kind, were Newbys and first time posting cheers

shanem · shanem

hi folks, another issue I have with my efforts to buy a Jayco caravan. I want to know more about the sphere wifi system. have read through the operating instructions that tell me I need a full size sim card with sufficient data and talk/voice to obtain 3G/4G internet connection. but what is 'sufficient...

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

I'm trying to establish optimum tyre pressures for my caravan so the first thing I did was to identify its tyres: Maxtrek, Sierra S6, LT235/75 R15 10PR 116/113S This seems to decode as: Light Truck - 235 width - 75% height - Radial - 15" rim - ?? - ??? I have no idea what the 10PR means and although I believe t...

Tamsun · Tamsun

hey there nomads I was hoping someone may be able to point me in the right direction before I call an auto electrician. Went to turn the power switch on which I rarelly ever use however it seems the switch isnt clicking on and feels loose. Are there things I should look for to pinpoint what the issue is? any...

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

https://www.made-in-china.com/products-search/hot-china-products/Motorhome.html-- Edited by Brodie Allen on Friday 18th...

rovin · rovin

Is it OK to tow a 28ft caravan from Moss Vale to Nowra, down the range?

DUSTYRHODES · DUSTYRHODES

Hi all, Where do I go in Adelaide, (South would be good) to enquire about a small awning to fit on the rear of our Pop top. Cheers. DR.

Bicyclecamper · Bicyclecamper

How many people out there, are going to be able to buy an electric car at approx $70k, also 5 years down the track a new battery at $8k? I know I will not have the money to do, it, even if my investments come in. And it is quite feasible that an electric car's electric motors, are likely to need replacing aft...

gdayjr · gdayjr

I have to decide which fridge is going to be fitted into my new Crusader Caravan. 2 people maximum. Free camping as much as possible. 400ah of battery and plenty of solar. Which would be the better option in a new caravan? Many thanks.

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

It's very simple; put the petrol can (or approved plastic container) on the ground next to the petrol pump and fill it. Today I passed through Ararat in Victoria and dropped into the Safeway fuel station; as I walked back to my vehicle I noticed a lady of about 70 years filling a 25L petrol container whic...

Gaylehere · Gaylehere

If you like murals these new ones at Crows Nest are a must see. Finished earlier this month. One on each side of the building.

GT0853 · GT0853

Can anyone tell me what this round thermostat is for. It is in our new Coronet FS3 Pop Top. Two green wires connect to I don't know what. Can't seem to add pic. It is not for Air conditioner.

Dougwe · Dougwe

It's back! Yep, for those that liked 'Grey Nomads', that funny couple in their motor home. well, season two is out next week on 'car sales.com.au A very funny look at our life style. Mmm, being called 'Grey Nomads' I wonder if they are Cindy and Mr Cindy ?? Sorry Cindy!!! I couldn't resist -- Edited...

Not so grey nomad · Not so grey nomad

Hi all, I'm just checking in to say hi, and hopefully, I could pick your brains for some of your best tricks and tips that you wish you knew before setting off on your dream adventure around Australia. My name is Darran, and I have been a travelling Auto electrician for the past ten years working at vari...

Pen n pep · Pen n pep

Hi, We are just about to start out on our first main trip in new caravan, we are likely to be away for up to 4 months. What is the best way of keeping a spare set of caravan and car keys? If anyone has any suggestions would be appreciated.

Scott Chapman · Scott Chapman

does anyone have much experience with getting a wrap for paint protection on their truck/4wd/van? I recently caught up with a local small business at the Gold Coast (no affiliation or sponsorship) who gave me some great information

msg · msg

Is anyone on here a member of the Australian Caravan Club Thanks

cobberdog · cobberdog

Hi , was hoping to find out why the usually loud engine noise coming out of our bt50 snorkle suddenly stopped . We were on on way back from the rough Macallister river area when all a sudden the noise stopped , at the top of the hill we pulled over and everything still seemed to be connected. Any ideas /theo...

edmond morris · edmond morris

Hi all Nomads travelled up to Darwin and back from western Victoria last winter to escape the cold.looking at northern NSW some where around the Coffs Harbour region this year. looking for tips regarding best routes from Ballarat to Coffs, kind of weather to expect, things to do etc . camp site recomm...

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	Keen to see new things (Preview) i am keen to see Tasmania ,however , I understand weather plays a major part on the island. Ferry fares are quite reasonable at the moment and as this makes a significant part of any cost going to Tasssy am i being silly considering this time ... Would you travel there from march through to july ? I have bee...	jeepnudger	9	1113	08:48 PM Feb 28, 2022 by hufnpuf
	Can 4 Season Vents be put onto Caravan PopTop roof? (Preview) Were considering putting a 4 season vent onto our Paramount Poptop van, has anyone done this? Is the roof solid enough to cut into and fit the 4 season vent, or is it likely to dip which would I turn cause water leaks? be kind, were Newbys and first time posting cheers	Mikris	3	905	03:59 PM Feb 27, 2022 by Radar
	sphere wifi technical help (Preview) hi folks, another issue I have with my efforts to buy a Jayco caravan. I want to know more about the sphere wifi system. have read through the operating instructions that tell me I need a full size sim card with sufficient data and talk/voice to obtain 3G/4G internet connection. but what is 'sufficient...	shanem	14	7943	11:34 AM Feb 26, 2022 by Cupie
	Question: Tyre ratings and letter codings (Preview) I'm trying to establish optimum tyre pressures for my caravan so the first thing I did was to identify its tyres: Maxtrek, Sierra S6, LT235/75 R15 10PR 116/113S This seems to decode as: Light Truck - 235 width - 75% height - Radial - 15" rim - ?? - ??? I have no idea what the 10PR means and although I believe t...	Mike Harding	19	1396	11:18 AM Feb 26, 2022 by Buzz Lightbulb
	240 V a.c. isolator help for RV (Preview) hey there nomads I was hoping someone may be able to point me in the right direction before I call an auto electrician. Went to turn the power switch on which I rarelly ever use however it seems the switch isnt clicking on and feels loose. Are there things I should look for to pinpoint what the issue is? any...	Tamsun	10	1192	06:40 PM Feb 23, 2022 by Tamsun
	Chinese Vans/RV. Interesting look. (Preview) https://www.made-in-china.com/products-search/hot-china-products/Motorhome.html-- Edited by Brodie Allen on Friday 18th...	Brodie Allen	18	2022	05:18 PM Feb 23, 2022 by vince56
	Moss Vale to Nowra (Preview) Is it OK to tow a 28ft caravan from Moss Vale to Nowra, down the range?	rovin	7	2003	11:45 PM Feb 22, 2022 by Long Weekend
	Small retractable awning. (Preview) Hi all, Where do I go in Adelaide, (South would be good) to enquire about a small awning to fit on the rear of our Pop top. Cheers. DR.	DUSTYRHODES	8	981	08:52 PM Feb 21, 2022 by Whenarewethere
	Electric Car Price ( 1 2 3 ) (closed) (Preview) How many people out there, are going to be able to buy an electric car at approx $70k, also 5 years down the track a new battery at $8k? I know I will not have the money to do, it, even if my investments come in. And it is quite feasible that an electric car's electric motors, are likely to need replacing aft...	Bicyclecamper	66	2916	11:31 AM Feb 21, 2022 by Gundog
	Compressor, or 3 way fridge in a new caravan? ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) I have to decide which fridge is going to be fitted into my new Crusader Caravan. 2 people maximum. Free camping as much as possible. 400ah of battery and plenty of solar. Which would be the better option in a new caravan? Many thanks.	gdayjr	85	8526	04:56 PM Feb 20, 2022 by Aus-Kiwi
	How to fill a petrol can: a reminder ( 1 2 ) (closed) (Preview) It's very simple; put the petrol can (or approved plastic container) on the ground next to the petrol pump and fill it. Today I passed through Ararat in Victoria and dropped into the Safeway fuel station; as I walked back to my vehicle I noticed a lady of about 70 years filling a 25L petrol container whic...	Mike Harding	36	2725	01:21 PM Feb 20, 2022 by Mike Harding
	New murals at Crows Nest. Qld. (Preview) If you like murals these new ones at Crows Nest are a must see. Finished earlier this month. One on each side of the building.	Gaylehere	1	402	12:24 AM Feb 20, 2022 by Gaylehere
	Help please (Preview) Can anyone tell me what this round thermostat is for. It is in our new Coronet FS3 Pop Top. Two green wires connect to I don't know what. Can't seem to add pic. It is not for Air conditioner.	GT0853	1	522	04:00 PM Feb 19, 2022 by Mike Harding
	GREY NOMADS 2 (Preview) It's back! Yep, for those that liked 'Grey Nomads', that funny couple in their motor home. well, season two is out next week on 'car sales.com.au A very funny look at our life style. Mmm, being called 'Grey Nomads' I wonder if they are Cindy and Mr Cindy ?? Sorry Cindy!!! I couldn't resist -- Edited...	Dougwe	1	686	07:26 AM Feb 19, 2022 by 86GTS
	Best advice for a new traveller about to tour Australia ( What advice did you wish you knew before leaving) (Preview) Hi all, I'm just checking in to say hi, and hopefully, I could pick your brains for some of your best tricks and tips that you wish you knew before setting off on your dream adventure around Australia. My name is Darran, and I have been a travelling Auto electrician for the past ten years working at vari...	Not so grey nomad	21	1908	06:47 PM Feb 18, 2022 by Cuppa
	Spare Keys Security (Preview) Hi, We are just about to start out on our first main trip in new caravan, we are likely to be away for up to 4 months. What is the best way of keeping a spare set of caravan and car keys? If anyone has any suggestions would be appreciated.	Pen n pep	18	2222	06:34 PM Feb 18, 2022 by Pen n pep
	Wraps for vehicles? (Preview) does anyone have much experience with getting a wrap for paint protection on their truck/4wd/van? I recently caught up with a local small business at the Gold Coast (no affiliation or sponsorship) who gave me some great information	Scott Chapman	10	1479	03:17 PM Feb 18, 2022 by Bas + Eve
	Caravan Club (Preview) Is anyone on here a member of the Australian Caravan Club Thanks	msg	14	1534	08:38 AM Feb 18, 2022 by dieseltojo
	SNORKLE NOISE STOPPED SUDDENLY (Preview) Hi , was hoping to find out why the usually loud engine noise coming out of our bt50 snorkle suddenly stopped . We were on on way back from the rough Macallister river area when all a sudden the noise stopped , at the top of the hill we pulled over and everything still seemed to be connected. Any ideas /theo...	cobberdog	8	1092	07:51 PM Feb 17, 2022 by peter67
	winter travels year two (Preview) Hi all Nomads travelled up to Darwin and back from western Victoria last winter to escape the cold.looking at northern NSW some where around the Coffs Harbour region this year. looking for tips regarding best routes from Ballarat to Coffs, kind of weather to expect, things to do etc . camp site recomm...	edmond morris	8	1461	01:42 PM Feb 17, 2022 by edmond morris
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