The Grey Nomads - General

Itchum · Itchum

Hi All, if anyone has had trouble with rocker roller leaf suspension on dual axle, would be interested to hear about it, we're in the market for a 20 ft van with moderate offroad capabilitiy, hoping to be max 3200 kgs, and getting differing advice from sales people. Basically want a bit extra clearanc...

mike g g · mike g g

Have decided to maybe have a couple of weeks wandering around the state and support some of the local business ,anyone out there doing this at the moment and if so have you encountered and problems .We hope to head off the end of this week.

Powder · Powder

Hi. We are new to the grey nomad lifestyle and will be working our way around this wonderful country. Our plan is to work in exchange for site, electricity and anything else we can barter. Looking for peoples experiences and what hours worked in exchange for these facilities. Any pointers are most wel...

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

I usually camp in the forest in the middle of nowhere so a decent torch is essential to me. I have a few small LED torches, including a good head torch, and they are great for use around the camp but I seek a serious torch which *really* lights up the whole area. I bought a $50 Energizer one from Bunnings 12 mo...

Plain Truth · Plain Truth

I am in my late seventies,but this Winter in East Gippsland would have one of nicest we can recall. A few cold frosty nights,some rain, mainly at nights,but lots of lovely sunny cold days. Can't wait for the snow to melt,and to get up to the High Country,all depends on the virus. Stay safe.

Joker · Joker

Would love to know in case anyone driving the above car and got a caravan! So the questions would be: 1. What type of caravan are you towing? 2. Any problems as the ASX Diesel 4x4 Auto has only max Towing Capacity of 1400kg. Mine is the 2018 Model I would love to buy a second hand (Max $15000). Being doing lot...

Hendo · Hendo

Cowboy7307 · Cowboy7307

we bought a Gasmate Deluxe rotisserie for our 4 burner hooded BBQ ,set it up last night total disaster, first thing it did was unwind the two long rods so put them back together again ,made sure every thing was running free and set it going again, did the same thing and in the mean time it had started to bend...

travelyounger · travelyounger

Hi all just clicked over 101,000 km and all good then engine light comes on and loses power for a short time .I contacted Izuzu and they did scan of computer and said low boost on turbo so new turbo.This model was the first with the dpf filter .I have had since new towing up to 3 ton regularly and oil changed e...

SouthernComfort · SouthernComfort

I applaud the Webmaster's decision to close the thread. We are living with much disunity at the moment (certainly disagreement) and emotions are rising, people end up saying things they don't necessarily mean. Probably best to leave the CV19 and borders topic alone while blood pressures are (hope...

terrola · terrola

does any one use a makita 12 volt cordless vacuum cleaner for car/van wondering if worth the money before i buy thank you

Rob Driver · Rob Driver

From the Whitsunday Council website Regards Angie Edit to remove FB link -- Edited by bentaxlebabe on Wednesday 5th of August 2020 11:50:43 AM -- Edited by bentaxlebabe on Wednesday 5th of August 2020 11:51:26 AM

Aussiefolk · Aussiefolk

Is it OK to use sea water to rinse my toilet cassette? There is no running water adjacent to the nearest dump point.

the rocket · the rocket

Just heard 2 people in their 60,s have been charged with making false declarations at the qld. border and are in nanango. people in that age group should know better. Nanango is miles from the border. Hope they are not where we are staying.

PeterX · PeterX

https://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/health-safety/coronavirus-lockdowns-set-to-hurt-australian-nomad-travellers-the-most/news-story/51bd75e9fe9398b86179e319c7291fe7

ILJ · ILJ

I am trying to prepare a 2004 model Geist 535 caravan for sale from a deceased estate. Unfortunately the left axel has been damaged beyond repair. Although there is apparently one available from overseas it is very expensive. Has anyone replaced the original axle with an Australian one?

Aussiefolk · Aussiefolk

Im thinking of adding a 20l fridge/freezer to supplement my inbuilt compressor fridge in my Sprinter RV. My power source Is mainly solar - 2 x 80 fixed panels on my roof and a 120 portable blanket - or 240v when available. I have one house battery. Discussions with other travellers have given me muc...

Rob Driver · Rob Driver

https://7news.com.au/news/health/two-new-qld-covid-19-cases-from-vic-c-1200865

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

Or, more specifically, how to pack the damn things? I've owned a number of chainsaws, Sthil, Husqvarna and Chinese cheapies and one thing they all have in common is they leak chain oil and I don't want my nice new car covered in oil. For years I've transported them inside a large plastic bag (bin liner) a...

Warren-Pat_01 · Warren-Pat_01

Reported in yesterday's Townsville Bulletin - the council is introducing a booking system to ensure people move on after their prescribed time. They have deferred promised fees for 12 months. It's been welcomed by the boss of the Australian Caravan Club.

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	Suspension ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi All, if anyone has had trouble with rocker roller leaf suspension on dual axle, would be interested to hear about it, we're in the market for a 20 ft van with moderate offroad capabilitiy, hoping to be max 3200 kgs, and getting differing advice from sales people. Basically want a bit extra clearanc...	Itchum	42	3529	09:37 AM Aug 12, 2020 by blaze
	We are going to support some local economy's in nsw (Preview) Have decided to maybe have a couple of weeks wandering around the state and support some of the local business ,anyone out there doing this at the moment and if so have you encountered and problems .We hope to head off the end of this week.	mike g g	4	896	07:08 PM Aug 11, 2020 by dogbox
	Working on the road (Preview) Hi. We are new to the grey nomad lifestyle and will be working our way around this wonderful country. Our plan is to work in exchange for site, electricity and anything else we can barter. Looking for peoples experiences and what hours worked in exchange for these facilities. Any pointers are most wel...	Powder	12	1279	04:19 PM Aug 11, 2020 by MOAB
	Suggestions for a quality torch please (Preview) I usually camp in the forest in the middle of nowhere so a decent torch is essential to me. I have a few small LED torches, including a good head torch, and they are great for use around the camp but I seek a serious torch which really lights up the whole area. I bought a $50 Energizer one from Bunnings 12 mo...	Mike Harding	12	1118	06:35 PM Aug 10, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	The Weather (Preview) I am in my late seventies,but this Winter in East Gippsland would have one of nicest we can recall. A few cold frosty nights,some rain, mainly at nights,but lots of lovely sunny cold days. Can't wait for the snow to melt,and to get up to the High Country,all depends on the virus. Stay safe.	Plain Truth	14	965	05:38 PM Aug 10, 2020 by Sheffield-er
	Hi and Hello - is anyone here driving a Mitsubishi ASX 4x4 Diesel Auto (Preview) Would love to know in case anyone driving the above car and got a caravan! So the questions would be: 1. What type of caravan are you towing? 2. Any problems as the ASX Diesel 4x4 Auto has only max Towing Capacity of 1400kg. Mine is the 2018 Model I would love to buy a second hand (Max $15000). Being doing lot...	Joker	7	1376	02:56 PM Aug 10, 2020 by Warren-Pat_01
	Stay Home (Preview)	Hendo	4	867	08:07 PM Aug 9, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	GasMate rotisserie (Preview) we bought a Gasmate Deluxe rotisserie for our 4 burner hooded BBQ ,set it up last night total disaster, first thing it did was unwind the two long rods so put them back together again ,made sure every thing was running free and set it going again, did the same thing and in the mean time it had started to bend...	Cowboy7307	1	703	01:37 PM Aug 9, 2020 by hako
	Izuzu dmax 2017 turbo fault (Preview) Hi all just clicked over 101,000 km and all good then engine light comes on and loses power for a short time .I contacted Izuzu and they did scan of computer and said low boost on turbo so new turbo.This model was the first with the dpf filter .I have had since new towing up to 3 ton regularly and oil changed e...	travelyounger	9	1548	11:48 AM Aug 9, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	Closed thread (borders) (Preview) I applaud the Webmaster's decision to close the thread. We are living with much disunity at the moment (certainly disagreement) and emotions are rising, people end up saying things they don't necessarily mean. Probably best to leave the CV19 and borders topic alone while blood pressures are (hope...	SouthernComfort	11	1089	11:35 AM Aug 9, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	makita 12 volt vacuum (Preview) does any one use a makita 12 volt cordless vacuum cleaner for car/van wondering if worth the money before i buy thank you	terrola	13	923	05:41 PM Aug 8, 2020 by Mamil
	Anna has taken action on the border..again ( 1 2 ) (closed) (Preview) From the Whitsunday Council website Regards Angie Edit to remove FB link -- Edited by bentaxlebabe on Wednesday 5th of August 2020 11:50:43 AM -- Edited by bentaxlebabe on Wednesday 5th of August 2020 11:51:26 AM	Rob Driver	57	1833	09:10 AM Aug 8, 2020 by Webmaster
	Using sea water to rinse toilet cassette (Preview) Is it OK to use sea water to rinse my toilet cassette? There is no running water adjacent to the nearest dump point.	Aussiefolk	15	1308	10:04 PM Aug 7, 2020 by oldbloke
	Morons in nanango qld (Preview) Just heard 2 people in their 60,s have been charged with making false declarations at the qld. border and are in nanango. people in that age group should know better. Nanango is miles from the border. Hope they are not where we are staying.	the rocket	7	1263	05:03 PM Aug 6, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	How lockdowns hurt Nomad Travellers (Preview) https://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/health-safety/coronavirus-lockdowns-set-to-hurt-australian-nomad-travellers-the-most/news-story/51bd75e9fe9398b86179e319c7291fe7	PeterX	13	1627	10:53 AM Aug 5, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	Geist 535 Caravan. (Preview) I am trying to prepare a 2004 model Geist 535 caravan for sale from a deceased estate. Unfortunately the left axel has been damaged beyond repair. Although there is apparently one available from overseas it is very expensive. Has anyone replaced the original axle with an Australian one?	ILJ	3	755	11:31 PM Aug 4, 2020 by Tony Bev
	12v portable fridge/freezer recommendations pls (Preview) Im thinking of adding a 20l fridge/freezer to supplement my inbuilt compressor fridge in my Sprinter RV. My power source Is mainly solar - 2 x 80 fixed panels on my roof and a 120 portable blanket - or 240v when available. I have one house battery. Discussions with other travellers have given me muc...	Aussiefolk	8	964	10:42 PM Aug 4, 2020 by Aussiefolk
	Hang onto your hats and masks Queensland ( 1 2 ) (Preview) https://7news.com.au/news/health/two-new-qld-covid-19-cases-from-vic-c-1200865	Rob Driver	38	1737	12:50 PM Aug 3, 2020 by Magnarc
	Chainsaws (Preview) Or, more specifically, how to pack the damn things? I've owned a number of chainsaws, Sthil, Husqvarna and Chinese cheapies and one thing they all have in common is they leak chain oil and I don't want my nice new car covered in oil. For years I've transported them inside a large plastic bag (bin liner) a...	Mike Harding	24	1473	12:45 PM Aug 3, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	Free campsites - Townsville (Preview) Reported in yesterday's Townsville Bulletin - the council is introducing a booking system to ensure people move on after their prescribed time. They have deferred promised fees for 12 months. It's been welcomed by the boss of the Australian Caravan Club.	Warren-Pat_01	5	932	07:35 AM Aug 3, 2020 by Baggy Bums
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