The Grey Nomads - General

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

Well I know all about it, picked up my brand new turbo diesel Sorento today at 4:00 and it was written off at 5:50.... Hadn't even got it home. Silly woman drove thru a give way sign straight into me. Had no chance..... Fortunatley no one was injured, and APIA have said that even though I had not had the cha...

Ole Grizzly · Ole Grizzly

Wrenbrook Naturist Resort I have a faint suspicion that they will get more visitors than our record attempt yesterday... Now I didn't look....... OK, I had a quick peek

Wombat 280 · Wombat 280

If you feel you have a problem coming to grips with climate change then there's help out there . You can't get an appointment to see a doctor if you have a life and death situation but if your a little on the confused side with climate change and what you can do to get others to follow your lead then there's...

mikeody · mikeody

My first post. Hello all. Has anyone any experience of the 'Coromal Aussie Tourer' - 16ft tandem axle ? Am just getting back into caravanning and have just found a one-owner 1989 model in amazingly 'as new' condition with heaps of extras. Older couple bought it from new, kept it in a shed all its life, an...

rocan · rocan

I am looking for a new van with shower and toilet.I have always had poptops.has anyone had any experience ,good or bad,with a poptop with ensuite,or should i change to a with a solid van with shower and toillet. rocan

Wombat 280 · Wombat 280

Did I read a post that we now have a bumper sticker . If so how do I get one and what's it look like

tonyd · tonyd

Any favourite bumper stickers? Saw this one yesterday and liked it so much I'm thinking of putting it on the back of the Jayco: Keep tooting. I'm just reloading.

Wombat 280 · Wombat 280

While down at Port Stephens over the week end the bloke on the next site was getting and ear full on why the smelly bait wasn't going in the already over loaded fridge with the tucker. Having gone through the same thing many times myself over the years I passed on a tip given to me years back . Rather th...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

Its only 86 days before we head off on our first big trip (5 months). Still don't have a plan where we are going, I think we will toss a coin as we drive out of the driveway to which way to go. Originally had planned to be in Brisbane mid March to see family, but wife is going up in 2 weeks time for a fornight so no n...

austman69 · austman69

anyone looking at purchasing a new small car should look very closley at the new barinas I have one looks great but mechanical problems ?? I now regret the purchase

Basil Faulty · Basil Faulty

November is PROSTATE CANCER awareness month ( Mowvember) those of you without moustaches are encouraged to grow one (No not the ladies, only the blokes) in support of "prostate awareness"..... I don't have one now that is of any real use to do what it is supposed to do but hey I'm alive and I c...

chezgo · chezgo

Ok the search is on 'WHERE IS THE FRIENDLIEST TOWN IN AUSTRALIA' Im biased so I think after my 3 weeks in Streaky Bay in awe as to how happy everyone is there I may have a clouded view as Im totally in love with the place anyway. I wondered why they are all so happy to be there to provide the service and pleasan...

Wombat 280 · Wombat 280

Over the time I've been posting to the forum I've noted a number of fellow nomads grossly involved in DYI projects involving rewiring vans buses and motorhomes in general . To those buddy sparkies the following site may provide an insight to selecting cable sizes and how to calculate voltage dro...

Ole Grizzly · Ole Grizzly

I decided I should go on a small holiday. Was on a tight budget, smooth trip, but a little crowded. -- Edited by Ole Grizzly at 20:19, 2008-11-01

waltzing matilda · waltzing matilda

Hi all, I've made it to Rawnsley Park Station just south of Wilpena Pound. Flew over the Pound a couple of days ago. Spectacular. The best way to see it. Yes, it costs money, but hey, you can't take it with you. Arrived today at Rawnsley Park. Got the van and awning set up and collapsed. It's hot as Hades wit...

dave06 · dave06

I would like to extend a freindly hand and say a big old G"DAY to our overseas guests, if there is anything you wish to know about our great southern land, just join up, log in and ask, we are freindly folk and are only too pleased to brag about our great country, we stop and have a chinwag about any old t...

twobob · twobob

Just realised, tomorrow is the record breaking day Come on lets, have a go - who's in time by webmaster 4:00 - 5:00 New South Wales, ACT, Tasmania, Victoria 3:00 - 4:00 Queensland 3:30 - 4:30 South Australia 2:30 - 3:30 Northern Territory 2:00 - 3:00 Western Australia

Ole Grizzly · Ole Grizzly

Anything I can pick up for you from the 4x4 Caravan / Camping Show this weekend @ Morphetville. I enjoy wandering around amongst all the goodies and gadgets, but leave the plastic home. Heck, I might lash out and have a Hotdog with cheese this year. Also Snowy's have a Sale on with items 10%-25% discount...

Ole Grizzly · Ole Grizzly

A '94 Toyo HiAce has got me interested Dave..Frontline conversion, 2.8 Diesel & Auto. A/C. 2 way fridge. 2 burner & grill gas cooker. New microwave. House Battery and charging system. Rear enclosure similar to your machine, plus an enclosed awning along the side covering the slider. 5 Sea...

Eric · Eric

My wife Vivienne and I have travelled across this beautiful country of ours many times. We have enjoyed every moment of it and have met some lovely people. We are travelling in a converted High Ace Commuter Bus with trailer. Happy travelling Eric

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Did you ever hear the stories about cars being written off on the way home from the dealer? (Preview) Well I know all about it, picked up my brand new turbo diesel Sorento today at 4:00 and it was written off at 5:50.... Hadn't even got it home. Silly woman drove thru a give way sign straight into me. Had no chance..... Fortunatley no one was injured, and APIA have said that even though I had not had the cha...	Basil Faulty	10	825	07:06 PM Nov 9, 2008 by dave06
	This site might beat the record (Preview) Wrenbrook Naturist Resort I have a faint suspicion that they will get more visitors than our record attempt yesterday... Now I didn't look....... OK, I had a quick peek	Ole Grizzly	3	794	06:43 PM Nov 9, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	Crazy Green Syndrome (Preview) If you feel you have a problem coming to grips with climate change then there's help out there . You can't get an appointment to see a doctor if you have a life and death situation but if your a little on the confused side with climate change and what you can do to get others to follow your lead then there's...	Wombat 280	5	707	01:46 PM Nov 9, 2008 by dave06
	Coromal Aussie Tourer (Preview) My first post. Hello all. Has anyone any experience of the 'Coromal Aussie Tourer' - 16ft tandem axle ? Am just getting back into caravanning and have just found a one-owner 1989 model in amazingly 'as new' condition with heaps of extras. Older couple bought it from new, kept it in a shed all its life, an...	mikeody	5	1343	01:37 PM Nov 9, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	poptop with ensuite (Preview) I am looking for a new van with shower and toilet.I have always had poptops.has anyone had any experience ,good or bad,with a poptop with ensuite,or should i change to a with a solid van with shower and toillet. rocan	rocan	2	1052	07:52 PM Nov 8, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	Stickers (Preview) Did I read a post that we now have a bumper sticker . If so how do I get one and what's it look like	Wombat 280	1	637	07:27 PM Nov 8, 2008 by Gary and Kerry
	Bumper stickers (Preview) Any favourite bumper stickers? Saw this one yesterday and liked it so much I'm thinking of putting it on the back of the Jayco: Keep tooting. I'm just reloading.	tonyd	1	751	08:54 AM Nov 8, 2008 by drongo & wendy
	Fishermen s argument saver (Preview) While down at Port Stephens over the week end the bloke on the next site was getting and ear full on why the smelly bait wasn't going in the already over loaded fridge with the tucker. Having gone through the same thing many times myself over the years I passed on a tip given to me years back . Rather th...	Wombat 280	3	1185	07:56 AM Nov 7, 2008 by chezgo
	86 Days to go (Preview) Its only 86 days before we head off on our first big trip (5 months). Still don't have a plan where we are going, I think we will toss a coin as we drive out of the driveway to which way to go. Originally had planned to be in Brisbane mid March to see family, but wife is going up in 2 weeks time for a fornight so no n...	Gary and Kerry	4	939	06:46 PM Nov 6, 2008 by waltzing matilda
	new car purchase (Preview) anyone looking at purchasing a new small car should look very closley at the new barinas I have one looks great but mechanical problems ?? I now regret the purchase	austman69	6	846	10:09 AM Nov 6, 2008 by dave06
	MENS HEALTH, I believe we should be open and upfront about this, how's everyone about it? (Preview) November is PROSTATE CANCER awareness month ( Mowvember) those of you without moustaches are encouraged to grow one (No not the ladies, only the blokes) in support of "prostate awareness"..... I don't have one now that is of any real use to do what it is supposed to do but hey I'm alive and I c...	Basil Faulty	7	1016	09:32 PM Nov 5, 2008 by twobob
	The Friendliest Place in Australia (Preview) Ok the search is on 'WHERE IS THE FRIENDLIEST TOWN IN AUSTRALIA' Im biased so I think after my 3 weeks in Streaky Bay in awe as to how happy everyone is there I may have a clouded view as Im totally in love with the place anyway. I wondered why they are all so happy to be there to provide the service and pleasan...	chezgo	15	1113	12:37 PM Nov 5, 2008 by chezgo
	Picking the right cable (Preview) Over the time I've been posting to the forum I've noted a number of fellow nomads grossly involved in DYI projects involving rewiring vans buses and motorhomes in general . To those buddy sparkies the following site may provide an insight to selecting cable sizes and how to calculate voltage dro...	Wombat 280	1	701	10:41 AM Nov 4, 2008 by dave06
	Hi Honey...I'm Home (Preview) I decided I should go on a small holiday. Was on a tight budget, smooth trip, but a little crowded. -- Edited by Ole Grizzly at 20:19, 2008-11-01	Ole Grizzly	4	793	10:13 AM Nov 4, 2008 by dave06
	Bound for South Australia (Preview) Hi all, I've made it to Rawnsley Park Station just south of Wilpena Pound. Flew over the Pound a couple of days ago. Spectacular. The best way to see it. Yes, it costs money, but hey, you can't take it with you. Arrived today at Rawnsley Park. Got the van and awning set up and collapsed. It's hot as Hades wit...	waltzing matilda	17	1195	09:04 PM Nov 3, 2008 by NannyMon
	just a big old howdy to our overseas visitors (Preview) I would like to extend a freindly hand and say a big old G"DAY to our overseas guests, if there is anything you wish to know about our great southern land, just join up, log in and ask, we are freindly folk and are only too pleased to brag about our great country, we stop and have a chinwag about any old t...	dave06	0	577	02:35 PM Nov 3, 2008 by dave06
	Its tomorrow - the death of 42 (Preview) Just realised, tomorrow is the record breaking day Come on lets, have a go - who's in time by webmaster 4:00 - 5:00 New South Wales, ACT, Tasmania, Victoria 3:00 - 4:00 Queensland 3:30 - 4:30 South Australia 2:30 - 3:30 Northern Territory 2:00 - 3:00 Western Australia	twobob	17	1304	09:04 PM Nov 2, 2008 by twobob
	For Dave (Preview) Anything I can pick up for you from the 4x4 Caravan / Camping Show this weekend @ Morphetville. I enjoy wandering around amongst all the goodies and gadgets, but leave the plastic home. Heck, I might lash out and have a Hotdog with cheese this year. Also Snowy's have a Sale on with items 10%-25% discount...	Ole Grizzly	2	745	07:43 PM Nov 2, 2008 by Smokeydk
	Dave is a Toyo Man (Preview) A '94 Toyo HiAce has got me interested Dave..Frontline conversion, 2.8 Diesel & Auto. A/C. 2 way fridge. 2 burner & grill gas cooker. New microwave. House Battery and charging system. Rear enclosure similar to your machine, plus an enclosed awning along the side covering the slider. 5 Sea...	Ole Grizzly	3	767	04:51 PM Nov 2, 2008 by dave06
	Newcomer (Preview) My wife Vivienne and I have travelled across this beautiful country of ours many times. We have enjoyed every moment of it and have met some lovely people. We are travelling in a converted High Ace Commuter Bus with trailer. Happy travelling Eric	Eric	7	826	03:25 PM Nov 2, 2008 by Eric
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