The Grey Nomads - General

Giggleswick · Giggleswick

Hi all - will keep this short for the time being Two questions - which way? - Port Augusta / Alice Springs / Tennant Creek / Broome / Geraldton / Kalgoorlie / Port Augusta or vice versa and when is the best time of the year to travel? (when things hopefully get back to normal) Any advice greatly appreciated...

msg · msg

Hi E1, Has anyone noticed the big increases in caravan park fees. Was looking at Wiki Camp looking for a park to stay at near the boarder, so that I would be ready to head into QLD when it opens. Now, I'm not particularly fussy, just as long as its got a power outlet and water. I couldn't find anything su...

Susanmay · Susanmay

Having a caravan in the UK and travelled around Europe, The wife and I are looking to do the big lap Having done a lot of truck driving around the lucky country I would like to take my time and visit the towns I only had driven through? We have been looking at pre-owned off-road and semi off-road rigs, I know...

JayDee · JayDee

https://www.timetoroam.com.au/coromal-windsor-sold-apollo/

jrk36 · jrk36

Last week I purchased a lovely motorhome, my first. It is 14 years old, but in terrific condition and with low mileage. The south of river dealer in Perth was extremely friendly, and helpful - I would have said knowledgeable, BUT! He spent over an hour explaining how every thing worked to this newbie, w...

2_Paws_Up · 2_Paws_Up

So. In the next few months (before Christmas at any rate) I am going North. First stop Broome. After that? Who knows? I will not be taking the van or animals initially. Just me, the car and my pillow and sleeping bag (although I prefer real beds). Suggestions on overnight stops? I will have to get the...

Aus-Kiwi · Aus-Kiwi

Pull over to pass area coming up . Pre warning . Pic in Vic good idea .,

MDN · MDN

Hi 2006 Ford Transit Jumbo Lwb High Roof 5 Sp Manual Smart shift Van Used as a work vehicle.Has intermittent mechanical issues with the automatic shift hence the lower price. Still drives. Engine is still in good condition.I spoke to the owner Including the possibility of transmission failure....

Giggleswick · Giggleswick

Travelling in Northern NSW at the moment - went to the local RSL for a beer last night with my wife and was like trying to get into Fort Knox (which is fair enough have no qualms about that) but was a bit taken aback when told that if we wanted to play the Poker Machines only one of us could do so. When I said to...

mickle · mickle

HI, would like advice on roads ect to take a road van . 22ft Silverline from Birdsville to Urandangi Thanks MICKLE.

Nevd · Nevd

https://www.facebook.com/truckfriendly.com.au/posts/550469972315654

MDN · MDN

Hi - while waiting for a van. I have been looking at different builds. my question is My thoughts - it has a deep sink - can be cheap - it is light and has cupboard under. your thoughts would be appreciated. Cheers Michael

Aussiefolk · Aussiefolk

I have just purchased a used Mercedes Sprinter RV. The previous owner assures me that the tank is clean but I am travelling to the northwest in Western Australia next week and would hate to find out, the hard way, that its not clean. How is the best way to go about cleaning the tank? I think its fibreglass o...

Gaylehere · Gaylehere

A photo of the silos at Yelarbon. Had a look last Thursday and stayed a night at the Yelarbon Recreation Grounds at a powered site $15.00. The facilities besides the laundry are closed as the volunteers cannot meet the Covid 19 rules to open them, but there is a dump point there plus a modern toilet in t...

Aussiefolk · Aussiefolk

Hello. After much deliberation (caravan or RV) I purchased a Mercedes SWB Sprinter yesterday. I was surprised to learn that my usual insurer, RAC WA, does not insure RVs. I have taken out a policy with CIL. What other options are out there? Id value the input of forum members please.

Snippy · Snippy

Many of us will be getting into gear to hit the road now things are easing up. We are in Whyalla now and starting to head toward NT in time to cross border on 17th July. So what are you all doing? Would be interesting to how we are going to deal with "Our new found freedom."

Cruising Granny · Cruising Granny

For your own safety, please heed this message. We constantly experience problems with "wobblies", that's caravanners who ride the centre white line instead of keeping as far left as safely possible, holding position along the fog line. This is barely possible, but possible along the...

jrk36 · jrk36

I've just purchased a motorhome for $56,000 in Perth, and WA Dept of Transport Stamp Duty on the Transfer is over $3,700 !!! What an iniquitous tax this is - money for doing nothing - outright rip-off! -- Edited by jrk36 on Saturday 20th of June 2020 12:22:01 PM

the rocket · the rocket

Hi everyone, we are at nanango qld and this morning noticed heaps of caravans Etc. Going past. while convalescing i have heaps of time So decided to count them. From midday to 2 pm 27 caravans, motor homes and camper vans went north and 30 caravans, motor homes and camper vans went south. There were more...

Warren-Pat_01 · Warren-Pat_01

I thought of an idea this afternoon after having a fight in removing the spare tyre cover so I could firstly check, then increase the pressure in the tyre - resulting in a couple of broken finger nails. I wondered about getting a flap cut out above/over the valve & having it held closed with Velcro - h...

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	Which way? (Preview) Hi all - will keep this short for the time being Two questions - which way? - Port Augusta / Alice Springs / Tennant Creek / Broome / Geraldton / Kalgoorlie / Port Augusta or vice versa and when is the best time of the year to travel? (when things hopefully get back to normal) Any advice greatly appreciated...	Giggleswick	8	990	10:45 AM Jul 2, 2020 by msg
	Caravan Park Costs (Preview) Hi E1, Has anyone noticed the big increases in caravan park fees. Was looking at Wiki Camp looking for a park to stay at near the boarder, so that I would be ready to head into QLD when it opens. Now, I'm not particularly fussy, just as long as its got a power outlet and water. I couldn't find anything su...	msg	14	2806	09:11 AM Jul 1, 2020 by PeterX
	Starting out? (Preview) Having a caravan in the UK and travelled around Europe, The wife and I are looking to do the big lap Having done a lot of truck driving around the lucky country I would like to take my time and visit the towns I only had driven through? We have been looking at pre-owned off-road and semi off-road rigs, I know...	Susanmay	10	1127	09:03 AM Jul 1, 2020 by Possum3
	Another R.V product Coromal and Windsor to move to Brisbane. (Preview) https://www.timetoroam.com.au/coromal-windsor-sold-apollo/	JayDee	10	1338	09:04 PM Jun 30, 2020 by Stretch60
	Perth Motorhome Dealer ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Last week I purchased a lovely motorhome, my first. It is 14 years old, but in terrific condition and with low mileage. The south of river dealer in Perth was extremely friendly, and helpful - I would have said knowledgeable, BUT! He spent over an hour explaining how every thing worked to this newbie, w...	jrk36	40	1672	02:00 PM Jun 28, 2020 by Gundog
	Perth to Broome (Preview) So. In the next few months (before Christmas at any rate) I am going North. First stop Broome. After that? Who knows? I will not be taking the van or animals initially. Just me, the car and my pillow and sleeping bag (although I prefer real beds). Suggestions on overnight stops? I will have to get the...	2_Paws_Up	10	1120	09:44 PM Jun 26, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	Green dots to show pull over safe area (Preview) Pull over to pass area coming up . Pre warning . Pic in Vic good idea .,	Aus-Kiwi	14	1138	08:54 PM Jun 26, 2020 by Aus-Kiwi
	2006 Ford Transit Jumbo Lwb High Roof 5 Sp Manual Smart shift Van (Preview) Hi 2006 Ford Transit Jumbo Lwb High Roof 5 Sp Manual Smart shift Van Used as a work vehicle.Has intermittent mechanical issues with the automatic shift hence the lower price. Still drives. Engine is still in good condition.I spoke to the owner Including the possibility of transmission failure....	MDN	6	777	12:28 PM Jun 26, 2020 by MDN
	Sometimes you wonder why…….. (Preview) Travelling in Northern NSW at the moment - went to the local RSL for a beer last night with my wife and was like trying to get into Fort Knox (which is fair enough have no qualms about that) but was a bit taken aback when told that if we wanted to play the Poker Machines only one of us could do so. When I said to...	Giggleswick	9	1251	06:47 PM Jun 24, 2020 by SouthernComfort
	Birdsville , to Urandangi . (Preview) HI, would like advice on roads ect to take a road van . 22ft Silverline from Birdsville to Urandangi Thanks MICKLE.	mickle	2	661	06:08 PM Jun 24, 2020 by mickle
	Safe Pull overs to let faster traffic passed (Preview) https://www.facebook.com/truckfriendly.com.au/posts/550469972315654	Nevd	11	1063	05:27 PM Jun 24, 2020 by Possum3
	Could a Laundry tub be used as a sink? (Preview) Hi - while waiting for a van. I have been looking at different builds. my question is My thoughts - it has a deep sink - can be cheap - it is light and has cupboard under. your thoughts would be appreciated. Cheers Michael	MDN	11	1286	06:50 AM Jun 24, 2020 by MDN
	How to clean a water tank. (Preview) I have just purchased a used Mercedes Sprinter RV. The previous owner assures me that the tank is clean but I am travelling to the northwest in Western Australia next week and would hate to find out, the hard way, that its not clean. How is the best way to go about cleaning the tank? I think its fibreglass o...	Aussiefolk	6	815	07:50 PM Jun 23, 2020 by Peter_n_Margaret
	Painted Silos at Yelarbon Qld. (Preview) A photo of the silos at Yelarbon. Had a look last Thursday and stayed a night at the Yelarbon Recreation Grounds at a powered site $15.00. The facilities besides the laundry are closed as the volunteers cannot meet the Covid 19 rules to open them, but there is a dump point there plus a modern toilet in t...	Gaylehere	4	844	01:46 PM Jun 23, 2020 by Nevd
	RV insurance (Preview) Hello. After much deliberation (caravan or RV) I purchased a Mercedes SWB Sprinter yesterday. I was surprised to learn that my usual insurer, RAC WA, does not insure RVs. I have taken out a policy with CIL. What other options are out there? Id value the input of forum members please.	Aussiefolk	8	1227	09:38 AM Jun 23, 2020 by mus429
	SO WHAT DO WE DO NOW? (Preview) Many of us will be getting into gear to hit the road now things are easing up. We are in Whyalla now and starting to head toward NT in time to cross border on 17th July. So what are you all doing? Would be interesting to how we are going to deal with "Our new found freedom."	Snippy	12	1202	09:55 PM Jun 22, 2020 by Gaylehere
	Reminder to Safely Share the road with Oversize. (Preview) For your own safety, please heed this message. We constantly experience problems with "wobblies", that's caravanners who ride the centre white line instead of keeping as far left as safely possible, holding position along the fog line. This is barely possible, but possible along the...	Cruising Granny	12	1418	03:30 PM Jun 22, 2020 by iana
	Dreadful WA Stamp Duty! (Preview) I've just purchased a motorhome for $56,000 in Perth, and WA Dept of Transport Stamp Duty on the Transfer is over $3,700 !!! What an iniquitous tax this is - money for doing nothing - outright rip-off! -- Edited by jrk36 on Saturday 20th of June 2020 12:22:01 PM	jrk36	15	1756	11:46 AM Jun 22, 2020 by Whenarewethere
	Vans on the move (Preview) Hi everyone, we are at nanango qld and this morning noticed heaps of caravans Etc. Going past. while convalescing i have heaps of time So decided to count them. From midday to 2 pm 27 caravans, motor homes and camper vans went north and 30 caravans, motor homes and camper vans went south. There were more...	the rocket	5	889	09:20 PM Jun 21, 2020 by Gaylehere
	Checking & adjusting spare tyre pressure (Preview) I thought of an idea this afternoon after having a fight in removing the spare tyre cover so I could firstly check, then increase the pressure in the tyre - resulting in a couple of broken finger nails. I wondered about getting a flap cut out above/over the valve & having it held closed with Velcro - h...	Warren-Pat_01	21	1701	03:43 PM Jun 21, 2020 by Onedodger
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