The Grey Nomads - General

JRH · JRH

G'day all, Sorry to say my BIL passed away quietly last night in Noarlunga hospital SA. Best Regards and Safe Travelling. John

dave06 · dave06

what are your thoughts on Pixie skaise returning to melbourne after her husband absconded with a bag full of other peoples cash, estimated to be in the region of two billion dollars me myself and I, we all reckon she should be stripped of all assets (including that glued on hair) and immediately have th...

PeterH · PeterH

Thinking about purchasing a Nissan X Trail to tow the pop top (1450kgs). The specs say it is capable with 2,000 capacity, but I'm unsure about the power with only 125Kw. Still a couple of years away from travelling across the wide brown land, but am occupied at the moment with short 2/3 weeks trips when...

JRH · JRH

G'day all, Sorry to say my BIL passed away quietly last night in Noarlunga hospital SA. Best Regards and Safe Travelling. John

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

With the new car we intend to head over the vast expanse of the Continent to the West, calling at all ports enroute. We don't plan to head north when we get to the west more south of a line between Kalgoorlie and Perth.... Apart from the obvious are there any must see's that anyone could reccomend?

JRH · JRH

G'day all, Having spent a few weeks in South Aust. I learned that in most states, WA excepted, Pensioners in receipt of the full aged pension find it is necessary to be a member of an ambulance fund. Here in the West this is not the case, one only needs to give St. John's ambulance a pension number and tran...

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

As some of you will know I was recently put in a situation that required me buying a new car. After a quick look around I decided (against my gut feeling) on a KIA SORENTO turbo Diesel. I was somewhat dissuaded by some negativity on the part of the reviewers but now having 4000 km on it and having pulled my 18...

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

So I'm driving home from a luncheon engagement today at around 60km/ph the limit.... I'm overtaken by a woman at very high speed and it's pouring rain visibility is about 100 - 150 metres..... She loses control, the car does some amazing par de der from some automotive ballet I have not seen and she ends...

mikeody · mikeody

Hello again everybody, We are continuing our research into adding air con to our 1989 Coromal Aussie Tourer. Whilst the 'cheaper' option of a split 'house' system is still very much on our agenda [thanks to all those that replied previously], before making a final decision we are now looking at the mo...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

It's been raining all day here in Adelaide, been a long time since we have rain like this here. Downside, idiots on the road not driving to the conditions (oops should of read Basil's Post before posting) -- Edited by Gary and Kerry at 16:37, 2008-12-12

Roostertales · Roostertales

Hi everyone -finally with help from Pam to Cruising granny I realised you need to click on the photo in the box once uplaoded !-step 10 on "granny's Pic"topic. Thanks Pam and Dave for the help. At the moment I have put up a photo from our upper balcony in Loch Sport-A view that is both tranquil a...

lynnenbarry · lynnenbarry

Hi there folks, Havent been around much of late, as we are busy packing up and ready to head to QLD for Christmas. Just wanted this chance to wish you all a safe and happy Christmas and great things for 2009. A little Chrissie card is attached for you all - don't imbibe too much - ok Best wishes and happy tra...

kesue · kesue

Has anyone used the Coleman twin burner folding cooking ring. Its the model that folds in half, and runs on a butane disposable cartridge. What are they like and how long does the cartridge last. Any comments would be appreciated before I buy. Keith

Bear59 · Bear59

G'Day All, interested in your opinions regarding working and travelling. I'm a welder with a background in caravan repairs amongst other things. I'm interested in what sort of demand you've either noticed first hand or your general opinion on the potential for enough work (of a independent na...

Valderi · Valderi

Hello everyone Well I am still working hard on my van which is really starting to take shape into a motorhome as she now has a fridge, bed, sink and gas top. There are fresh pics up on my website for you to browse. There are two pages now so be sure to check them both out. http://www.fwillustrations.com/i...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

For those that like a tipple but hate getting up during the night -- Edited by Gary and Kerry at 18:06, 2008-12-12

Pam · Pam

Congrats on your upgraded status Basil.

Roostertales · Roostertales

Hi Dave I have uploaded a photo into the box in my avatar but for some reason cannot get it to save or attach ? what am I missing

PeterH · PeterH

Thinking about purchasing a Nissan X Trail to tow the pop top (1450kgs). The specs say it is capable with 2,000 capacity, but I'm unsure about the power with only 125Kw. Still a couple of years away from travelling across the wide brown land, but am occupied at the moment with short 2/3 weeks trips when...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

Monday I am heading to Mount Gambier ( work) via Keith, Bordertown and Naracoorte returning Friday via the Coorong. Thought I might investigate a few free camps whilst down that way, seeing we are heading that way in feb, can anybody add to whats in the Camps 4 book? Some one recommended Black ****atoo...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Bil Passed away (Preview) G'day all, Sorry to say my BIL passed away quietly last night in Noarlunga hospital SA. Best Regards and Safe Travelling. John	JRH	9	908	09:45 PM Dec 20, 2008 by jimbo
	so shes coming back (Preview) what are your thoughts on Pixie skaise returning to melbourne after her husband absconded with a bag full of other peoples cash, estimated to be in the region of two billion dollars me myself and I, we all reckon she should be stripped of all assets (including that glued on hair) and immediately have th...	dave06	2	608	05:37 PM Dec 20, 2008 by Bridgee
	Any one using Nissan X-Trail as tow unit for caravan? (Preview) Thinking about purchasing a Nissan X Trail to tow the pop top (1450kgs). The specs say it is capable with 2,000 capacity, but I'm unsure about the power with only 125Kw. Still a couple of years away from travelling across the wide brown land, but am occupied at the moment with short 2/3 weeks trips when...	PeterH	22	1983	02:59 PM Dec 20, 2008 by PeterH
	Bil Passed away (Preview) G'day all, Sorry to say my BIL passed away quietly last night in Noarlunga hospital SA. Best Regards and Safe Travelling. John	JRH	0	575	12:16 PM Dec 19, 2008 by JRH
	Go West Young Man (Preview) With the new car we intend to head over the vast expanse of the Continent to the West, calling at all ports enroute. We don't plan to head north when we get to the west more south of a line between Kalgoorlie and Perth.... Apart from the obvious are there any must see's that anyone could reccomend?	Basil Faulty	22	2526	11:44 AM Dec 19, 2008 by Wheels
	Ambulance Cover (Preview) G'day all, Having spent a few weeks in South Aust. I learned that in most states, WA excepted, Pensioners in receipt of the full aged pension find it is necessary to be a member of an ambulance fund. Here in the West this is not the case, one only needs to give St. John's ambulance a pension number and tran...	JRH	6	926	09:42 PM Dec 18, 2008 by Bridgee
	Tow Vehicle review (Preview) As some of you will know I was recently put in a situation that required me buying a new car. After a quick look around I decided (against my gut feeling) on a KIA SORENTO turbo Diesel. I was somewhat dissuaded by some negativity on the part of the reviewers but now having 4000 km on it and having pulled my 18...	Basil Faulty	8	1185	03:12 PM Dec 18, 2008 by mikeody
	Idiots on the road, what would you have done? (Preview) So I'm driving home from a luncheon engagement today at around 60km/ph the limit.... I'm overtaken by a woman at very high speed and it's pouring rain visibility is about 100 - 150 metres..... She loses control, the car does some amazing par de der from some automotive ballet I have not seen and she ends...	Basil Faulty	9	1037	02:56 PM Dec 18, 2008 by dave06
	Caravan Air-Con (Preview) Hello again everybody, We are continuing our research into adding air con to our 1989 Coromal Aussie Tourer. Whilst the 'cheaper' option of a split 'house' system is still very much on our agenda [thanks to all those that replied previously], before making a final decision we are now looking at the mo...	mikeody	8	1407	10:00 PM Dec 17, 2008 by Cupie
	Rain, Glorious Rain (Preview) It's been raining all day here in Adelaide, been a long time since we have rain like this here. Downside, idiots on the road not driving to the conditions (oops should of read Basil's Post before posting) -- Edited by Gary and Kerry at 16:37, 2008-12-12	Gary and Kerry	19	1128	07:55 PM Dec 17, 2008 by dave06
	Finally -I made it (Preview) Hi everyone -finally with help from Pam to Cruising granny I realised you need to click on the photo in the box once uplaoded !-step 10 on "granny's Pic"topic. Thanks Pam and Dave for the help. At the moment I have put up a photo from our upper balcony in Loch Sport-A view that is both tranquil a...	Roostertales	3	742	12:20 PM Dec 17, 2008 by Smokeydk
	A Chance To Wish You All a Merry Christmas & a safe and happy 2009 (Preview) Hi there folks, Havent been around much of late, as we are busy packing up and ready to head to QLD for Christmas. Just wanted this chance to wish you all a safe and happy Christmas and great things for 2009. A little Chrissie card is attached for you all - don't imbibe too much - ok Best wishes and happy tra...	lynnenbarry	6	815	09:45 PM Dec 16, 2008 by xina
	Coleman Folding gas cooker (Preview) Has anyone used the Coleman twin burner folding cooking ring. Its the model that folds in half, and runs on a butane disposable cartridge. What are they like and how long does the cartridge last. Any comments would be appreciated before I buy. Keith	kesue	4	892	10:32 AM Dec 16, 2008 by dave06
	Need your opinion re work - welding/van repairs (Preview) G'Day All, interested in your opinions regarding working and travelling. I'm a welder with a background in caravan repairs amongst other things. I'm interested in what sort of demand you've either noticed first hand or your general opinion on the potential for enough work (of a independent na...	Bear59	13	1030	09:21 PM Dec 15, 2008 by Bear59
	Never Ending Story (Preview) Hello everyone Well I am still working hard on my van which is really starting to take shape into a motorhome as she now has a fridge, bed, sink and gas top. There are fresh pics up on my website for you to browse. There are two pages now so be sure to check them both out. http://www.fwillustrations.com/i...	Valderi	4	845	06:43 PM Dec 14, 2008 by Valderi
	New seniors wine (Preview) For those that like a tipple but hate getting up during the night -- Edited by Gary and Kerry at 18:06, 2008-12-12	Gary and Kerry	4	625	05:45 PM Dec 14, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	Guru Basil (Preview) Congrats on your upgraded status Basil.	Pam	9	961	12:34 PM Dec 14, 2008 by dave06
	Dave -more help needed re avatar (Preview) Hi Dave I have uploaded a photo into the box in my avatar but for some reason cannot get it to save or attach ? what am I missing	Roostertales	6	790	09:23 PM Dec 13, 2008 by Cruising Granny
	Any one using Nissan X-Trail as tow unit for caravan? (Preview) Thinking about purchasing a Nissan X Trail to tow the pop top (1450kgs). The specs say it is capable with 2,000 capacity, but I'm unsure about the power with only 125Kw. Still a couple of years away from travelling across the wide brown land, but am occupied at the moment with short 2/3 weeks trips when...	PeterH	2	493	08:29 PM Dec 13, 2008 by PeterH
	Free Camps SE Sth Aust. (Preview) Monday I am heading to Mount Gambier ( work) via Keith, Bordertown and Naracoorte returning Friday via the Coorong. Thought I might investigate a few free camps whilst down that way, seeing we are heading that way in feb, can anybody add to whats in the Camps 4 book? Some one recommended Black ****atoo...	Gary and Kerry	3	751	07:27 PM Dec 13, 2008 by Smokeydk
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