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Traveling through Queensland May through October how important will a Generator be, any info would be appreciated. Regards Bowser.

Hi. I have an Ivec 50C17 2006 model motorhome. When I operate the a/c -heater controls I get a loud clacking sound from under the dash below the glovebox. There are usually 3 or 4 sounds. The heate and a/c and fan operate OK. Has anyone got any ideas s

I was in the process of booking a caravan park for 3 nights next week in Sth NSW, as I was doing my online booking I was asked if I was a member of G Day Parks, I ticked NO, price $135. Then I thought most of the parks I stay in are G Day, so for a 10% discount for A $40 2 year membership I should probably join, which I...

A couple who work at the travelling circus go to an adoption agency.Social workers there raise doubts about their suitability to adopt.The couple produces photos of their expensive, 50 foot Prevost motor-home, which is already equipped with a beautiful nursery.The social workers then are doubt...

We have a 2018 Windsor Seka 552 poptop, which we enjoy. It did have a single aluminium step under the door, but a trip to Mt Augustus and a big rock and the step was wiped out. So we went to a fold-up step which I take outside when the van is a bit high. recently I have been looking at the Ranger double pull out st...

I am looking at a split system AC,,Is it possible or practical to fit the outside unit on the rear of the van? I have no space on the drawbar Thanks Peter

Morning, will be traveling Mt Isa to Birdsville in August, hopping the roads will be ok buy then. what condition is that road in and how much is gravel. Regards Bowser.

Hi All Each to their own of course and each of us has our preferred touring style. Some like to create a longer term base unhook the van or camper and travel and explore from there. Those with motorhomes are sometimes a bit more mobile ( apart from those who also tow cars) and move on more regularly. Fifth W...

Does anyone out there know if there is space to retrofit a grey water tank to a 2019 model Goldstream Crown ST? Any other tips re pros and cons of this model caravan? Cheers, Bob

Our caravan cover is starting become very powdery and about to fall apart after 2 and half years, and yes it was an Aldi brand. A few years ago a friend bought a Camec cover and that lasted less than 2 years. any ideas on a cover that might last a bit longer, were in Perth and yes have rain in winter and hot sun i...

Hi all. Looking for advice from persons who have first-hand experience at the following questions. Are 40ft buses too big for most caravan parks as I'm not that into free camping in the muddle of nowhere, just so I can park up Where is the most common area in a town that you would park for 1/2 an hour to do gr...

I raised the issue of transitioning from a caravan to a Motorhome in a previous post and thanks to everyone who gave great advice. The trouble is, virtually every Motorhome I have looked at has a huge amount of extremely negative consumer reviews based on their personal experiences. People generall...

To every one of us Grey Nomads. Well!!! Here it is an early Easter Sunday morning. All our grandkids will be enjoying the fruits of yet another Easter. We wish you and your families all the best for the remaining Easter period. Drive safe and kind regards Jay&Dee -- Edited by JayDee on Sunday 31st o...

Whilst the rain in Logan and Brisbane regions has mostly been nothing more than a light to medium drizzle over the last few days, our rain gauge says we are approaching 5 inches or 125 mils. Hoping it clears for everyone to enjoy a great Easter festive time. Talking on Easter, Jay & Dee. Hope every...

Hi everyone, We're newbies at this - starting with a 4-week round trip from Sydney to Broken Hill in our Toyota sedan. (We're not ready for towing a van just yet (or maybe ever) so we're overnighting in motels and airbnbs). I've booked our trip from Sydney to Broken Hill via Wagga Wagga & Mildura, bu...