The Grey Nomads - General

Webmaster · Webmaster

Hello everyone, We've had an email from a couple who have purchased a Sat dish from ebay and are having lots of trouble trying to set it up. They are hoping someone out there knows the protocol to setting up for the reception of imparja and southern cross television programs. Apparently, they fa...

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

I read in my toilet instruction book that you shouldn't travel with the flush tank full. I thought this was a bit strange, can anyone please help out on this?

New members · clazandaza

My husband of 35 odd years and myself have sold the old campa trainer and purchased a little pop top van. We have travelled mostly over Western Qld and N.T. but lately have been living in Cairns and love the National Parks Camping areas. Love to camp in the free roadside areas with other travellers. M...

MikeMin · MikeMin

Do you think it advisable to join the various park's memberships? Does the 10% discount really mount up to much? We will also throw in quite a bit of free camp sites to keep costs down. Also which are the best caravanning travel guides to purchase?

Nenie23 · Nenie23

Hi All, Hubby, kids and I are looking at taking work on a Cattle Station at Theodore QLD. Wondering if you have travelled there and may have any suggestions of what we can look at in our spare time. Our two kids are 9 and 7 and love the idea of being on a farm. Thanks Nenie!!!!!

MikeMin · MikeMin

Due to my undexpected retrenchment - which has turned out to be a blessing in disguise - we are planning to leave Melbourne as soon as November. We realise that the Nov/Dec holiday period can be a nightmare and as we are very new to vanning, would really like some advice as where to go at this time of the ye...

marg · marg

Hi My husband Ron and myself have a small property just north of Cooktown, Qld and are offering WOOFFING opportunities to self sufficient Grey Nomads who are looking for somewhere to stay in exchange for some light duties on the property - gardening, weed, cooking, sewing, some trade work. No object...

Crazy Dog · Crazy Dog

It is with regret that I inform all, that Dusty is now vision impaired and has now received assistance thru Guide Dogs Australia...Naturally Doug is coping as well as can be expected. Keep the chin up Doug.. Pics of Dusty with his new aids... Woof woof from all ya friends...

Webmaster · Webmaster

Hello everyone, We have been contacted by Dr Patricia Obst who is keen to get 'the grey nomad perspective' for her research. Your views and input would be much appreciated and will be put to good use. The following is some information about the research and a link to take part: A team of researchers...

JanandBob · JanandBob

We are in the process of setting up our rig for departure in September (can't wait!). We're just wondering if it's worth getting a UHF radio fitted into our Landcruiser of if all the new technology like GPS and mobile phones has made them outdated?. We're planning to take a couple of 4WD tracks on ou...

daddygee · daddygee

We are just beginning to plan our Big Lap, and are experienced campers, and have also towed many different trailers both single and dual axles. However we have never towed constantly that is week in week out for possibly several years. We are looking at an 18' poptop which is pretty much the max for a sin...

New Member · Doug and Dusty

Hello to all the Aussie travellers out there, I have moved from another over rated , over commercialised Forum , My Interests are travelling , Garmin GPS , 4X4, and travel in remote areas of Australia, I spent 30 years as a Truckie operating Semi's, and Roadtrains , during the last 6 years I was involved...

Webmaster · Webmaster

Has anyone had any experience of a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel? We've had someone write to us who intends to tow an off road caravan, loaded capacity 2750kg, with a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel. They would like to get any feedback/opinions regarding the Navara's performance. An...

The Dusty in my User Name · Doug and Dusty

Please meet my Co Driver Dusty, The most lavable companion any one could ever wish for .It is Dusty's 12th Birthday tomorrow 8th June Meet Dusty Here My very first post on the Fab Forum is the next one down

Crazy Dog · Crazy Dog

Check this lot troops and DROOL!!!!! The bread rolls hot with butter !! Oh sooo good. The roast pork with roast veggies even bettera and The apple pie and cream all done in the camp ovens... Eat ya heart out folks... This is what I will do for Doug and Dusty and Slim next time they visit. Any other takers? Oh...

tmw · tmw

I have just had some work done on the solar system in my Freedom P/Top at Solar RV, Slacks Creek, Brisbane. I can't recommend this company highly enough - they were great. Happy Travels Carolyn/TMW

Gary and Kerry · Gary and Kerry

Can anyone please help me out with the following query. My van has a ATM of 2000Kg and a ball weight of 100Kg, I had it weighed today (water tank full (100L) and both gas bottles full) and got the figures; on 1730 off 1830 Do I use the on or off figures to determine what I can put in the van? I think is the on figur...

Happyhousesitter · Happyhousesitter

Hi, Can anyone tell me were we can go to start looking for gold with a metal detector.We have never done it before.What would be a good detector to buy as a starter for gold only.

Amanda · Amanda

I was hoping someone might have some contacts and/or advice about shipping our vehicle and camper across the nullarbor either via road or rail. while i know there are numerous companies out there, we havent been able to find one that will take a vehicle& van with possessions ie they all seem to spe...

scratchy · scratchy

My wife and I are settling down and our beloved little van is for sale. It has been a great little van and we found it easy to live in ( 7mths ) and easy and economical to tow. It is 12'6'' long and only weighs 780kgs. It has a 3way fridge, 4 burner gas stove and grill and a microwave. We fitted a brand new Dometic...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Setting up Portable Sat Gear (Preview) Hello everyone, We've had an email from a couple who have purchased a Sat dish from ebay and are having lots of trouble trying to set it up. They are hoping someone out there knows the protocol to setting up for the reception of imparja and southern cross television programs. Apparently, they fa...	Webmaster	6	1446	06:02 PM Jun 25, 2008 by dave06
	Toilet Help (Preview) I read in my toilet instruction book that you shouldn't travel with the flush tank full. I thought this was a bit strange, can anyone please help out on this?	Gary and Kerry	4	1191	05:32 PM Jun 23, 2008 by Gary and Kerry
	New members clazandaza (Preview) My husband of 35 odd years and myself have sold the old campa trainer and purchased a little pop top van. We have travelled mostly over Western Qld and N.T. but lately have been living in Cairns and love the National Parks Camping areas. Love to camp in the free roadside areas with other travellers. M...	clazandaza	14	1318	05:07 PM Jun 23, 2008 by Knightrider
	Joining Parks VIP memberships (Preview) Do you think it advisable to join the various park's memberships? Does the 10% discount really mount up to much? We will also throw in quite a bit of free camp sites to keep costs down. Also which are the best caravanning travel guides to purchase?	MikeMin	3	1020	11:42 AM Jun 23, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	What to do in Theodore QLD? (Preview) Hi All, Hubby, kids and I are looking at taking work on a Cattle Station at Theodore QLD. Wondering if you have travelled there and may have any suggestions of what we can look at in our spare time. Our two kids are 9 and 7 and love the idea of being on a farm. Thanks Nenie!!!!!	Nenie23	3	1040	10:47 PM Jun 21, 2008 by Doug and Dusty
	Leaving earlier than anticipated - help! (Preview) Due to my undexpected retrenchment - which has turned out to be a blessing in disguise - we are planning to leave Melbourne as soon as November. We realise that the Nov/Dec holiday period can be a nightmare and as we are very new to vanning, would really like some advice as where to go at this time of the ye...	MikeMin	3	857	12:04 PM Jun 21, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	Grey Nomad WOOFERS (Preview) Hi My husband Ron and myself have a small property just north of Cooktown, Qld and are offering WOOFFING opportunities to self sufficient Grey Nomads who are looking for somewhere to stay in exchange for some light duties on the property - gardening, weed, cooking, sewing, some trade work. No object...	marg	5	1191	08:35 AM Jun 21, 2008 by marg
	Dusty gets old!!! (Preview) It is with regret that I inform all, that Dusty is now vision impaired and has now received assistance thru Guide Dogs Australia...Naturally Doug is coping as well as can be expected. Keep the chin up Doug.. Pics of Dusty with his new aids... Woof woof from all ya friends...	Crazy Dog	1	782	06:59 PM Jun 19, 2008 by Doug and Dusty
	Research Project on Your Experiences on the Road (Preview) Hello everyone, We have been contacted by Dr Patricia Obst who is keen to get 'the grey nomad perspective' for her research. Your views and input would be much appreciated and will be put to good use. The following is some information about the research and a link to take part: A team of researchers...	Webmaster	0	870	11:49 AM Jun 19, 2008 by Webmaster
	UHF radios (Preview) We are in the process of setting up our rig for departure in September (can't wait!). We're just wondering if it's worth getting a UHF radio fitted into our Landcruiser of if all the new technology like GPS and mobile phones has made them outdated?. We're planning to take a couple of 4WD tracks on ou...	JanandBob	5	1190	11:25 AM Jun 19, 2008 by Basil Faulty
	Single or dual axle (Preview) We are just beginning to plan our Big Lap, and are experienced campers, and have also towed many different trailers both single and dual axles. However we have never towed constantly that is week in week out for possibly several years. We are looking at an 18' poptop which is pretty much the max for a sin...	daddygee	3	971	10:27 AM Jun 17, 2008 by Nenie23
	New Member (Preview) Hello to all the Aussie travellers out there, I have moved from another over rated , over commercialised Forum , My Interests are travelling , Garmin GPS , 4X4, and travel in remote areas of Australia, I spent 30 years as a Truckie operating Semi's, and Roadtrains , during the last 6 years I was involved...	Doug and Dusty	14	1151	02:46 PM Jun 13, 2008 by Doug and Dusty
	Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel (Preview) Has anyone had any experience of a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel? We've had someone write to us who intends to tow an off road caravan, loaded capacity 2750kg, with a Nissan D40 Navara Common Rail Diesel. They would like to get any feedback/opinions regarding the Navara's performance. An...	Webmaster	1	1178	11:07 AM Jun 13, 2008 by Kiwi
	The Dusty in my User Name (Preview) Please meet my Co Driver Dusty, The most lavable companion any one could ever wish for .It is Dusty's 12th Birthday tomorrow 8th June Meet Dusty Here My very first post on the Fab Forum is the next one down	Doug and Dusty	4	1160	11:02 AM Jun 13, 2008 by Kiwi
	Food - glorious food!! (Preview) Check this lot troops and DROOL!!!!! The bread rolls hot with butter !! Oh sooo good. The roast pork with roast veggies even bettera and The apple pie and cream all done in the camp ovens... Eat ya heart out folks... This is what I will do for Doug and Dusty and Slim next time they visit. Any other takers? Oh...	Crazy Dog	2	1038	08:55 PM Jun 11, 2008 by The Bun
	Solar work recommendation (Preview) I have just had some work done on the solar system in my Freedom P/Top at Solar RV, Slacks Creek, Brisbane. I can't recommend this company highly enough - they were great. Happy Travels Carolyn/TMW	tmw	0	827	04:50 PM Jun 11, 2008 by tmw
	Weight Question (Preview) Can anyone please help me out with the following query. My van has a ATM of 2000Kg and a ball weight of 100Kg, I had it weighed today (water tank full (100L) and both gas bottles full) and got the figures; on 1730 off 1830 Do I use the on or off figures to determine what I can put in the van? I think is the on figur...	Gary and Kerry	8	1606	03:11 PM Jun 10, 2008 by robandjum
	Looking for gold and Gem Stones (Preview) Hi, Can anyone tell me were we can go to start looking for gold with a metal detector.We have never done it before.What would be a good detector to buy as a starter for gold only.	Happyhousesitter	3	1163	01:16 PM Jun 10, 2008 by speedy sue
	across the nullarbor (Preview) I was hoping someone might have some contacts and/or advice about shipping our vehicle and camper across the nullarbor either via road or rail. while i know there are numerous companies out there, we havent been able to find one that will take a vehicle& van with possessions ie they all seem to spe...	Amanda	4	1186	12:30 PM Jun 10, 2008 by speedy sue
	Jayco Rear Door For Sale 1998 (Preview) My wife and I are settling down and our beloved little van is for sale. It has been a great little van and we found it easy to live in ( 7mths ) and easy and economical to tow. It is 12'6'' long and only weighs 780kgs. It has a 3way fridge, 4 burner gas stove and grill and a microwave. We fitted a brand new Dometic...	scratchy	0	1041	09:40 AM Jun 9, 2008 by scratchy
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