The Grey Nomads - General

howpar · howpar

Hi All, I need some help/advise, I have a 2015 Ford Territory TS Diesel AWD towing a Roma caravan weighing 2360k with a tow ball weight of 260k. I use levellers but am only averaging around 20,000 on rear tyres as they are scrubbing on the inside. I am considering installing air bags on the rear and a...

TURNER JEFFREY · TURNER JEFFREY

Hi. Thinking of buying Avan Maddison 2009. Any owners out there?

Farmhat · Farmhat

Many of the best places we have camped during the last six months in Queensland have been along their rivers. Here are a few of them. Corella River (dam) Burdekin River Fletcher Creek Russell River South Cedar Creek Joe.

Jayco Gypsy · Jayco Gypsy

I've been reading the search replies for towing mirrors. Have a question, has anyone used the Milenco Grand Aero Extra Wide Flat Glass mirrors on a Colorado 2018 model? If so has there been any issues with them folding in when passed by a large truck or falling off. Thanks.

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

Pretty much as the subject says: I do not have confidence in the standard ball hitch for my 2.7T caravan on bush roads or bumpy bitumen roads (especially those with "waves"!) and would like to replace it. Suggestions appreciated.

phum · phum

I have a 2015 Colorado . where do people mount their trailer brake controller and maybe a uhf? Peter

iana · iana

There is a lot of campfire heresy about this, but has anybody actually had their rig weighed, and are there just warnings issued, or is the offence taken more seriously.

iana · iana

I have heard of people using an "R" clip on their hitch. Found one on the road the other month, and have been using it on the padlock point on the hitch, but don't really see the reason for it. Maybe it will deter someone from tampering with the hitch handle, otherwise I see it as unnecessary. The hitch alre...

Farmhat · Farmhat

Currently at White Cliffs in NorthWest NSW. It is a remote opal mining town ninety kilometers north of Wilcannia One of the most friendliest places ever. Glad I was able to get here at this time as in another month the town shuts down for the summer, pub and all, due to the extreme heat. View to the North V...

tastourer · tastourer

I wonder how many on this forum have a problem with the paint peeling off the checker plate panels on their vans. I was advised last week that there are 1600 outstanding claims against the insurance company who at this stage are refusing to address the problem and it could be years before anything is don...

Llib Nosrebor · Llib Nosrebor

Hi. In response to an article in issue 205 of the G.M.T. regarding Tony Dawson building 2 caravans, a link was offered in which to comment. I tried many times, but the link would not work for me, so I will try here. Firstly, good onya Tony. It appears you built both from the ground up yourself. that is not an...

denmonkey · denmonkey

this was posted up on a pajero page I visit. No story to it, so most will just assume the worst but surely there's a bit of an inbalance here. Had to be on the limit or over it. Others may know better than I Either way, would have been scary cheers Brett

Sheffield-er · Sheffield-er

Cyberlink came pre-packaged on a HP Windows 10 laptop I recently bought. Programs it offers are clumsy. Val

Ger08 · Ger08

https://www.news.com.au/finance/business/manufacturing/stay-right-away-family-claims-50000-jeep-grand-cherokee-turned-to-dust/news-story/3628effa5aa56404bef536e9e115d994

punch and judi · punch and judi

we live in NSW and will be travelling to Western Aust for 8 to 9 months. Whilst in WA both the tug and van need to be registered, which requires a mechanical inspection certificate. Can I just get the inspection done in WA or how should I handle this ? The renewal & CTP I can do online.

bosrob · bosrob

Hi. I currently tow my 17.55, twin axle Jayco Journey with a MY15 Triton. Besides having to beef up my rear suspension, the Triton does well and we deal with the offroad stuff by leaving the van in a park and venturing off road with our Oztent. To maximise our experience, we need to replace the Journey wit...

cjt55 · cjt55

Stayed at Baxter Rest area on the Nullabor last night way way down the back and while packing up this morning she walked past from way out the back of the camp further than I was. It was cold this morning so she had her dressing gown on. She seemed friendly as she waved and gave me a big smile. Made my day

JayDee · JayDee

After reading about the latest accident re caravans on the article on the forum, I was wondering what road would have the history of having the most van ( RV ) accidents in Australia. With out checking Stats. I would have the Bruce Highway in Queensland as the No.1 contender. Not the best subject to be ta...

Smith · Smith

I cannot seem to be able to find out who made these. There are Gazal infinity listed but not Colt . Can anyone help?

Warren-Pat_01 · Warren-Pat_01

G'day everyone, We are enjoying perfect weather at the moment at Malanda but are suffering one problem. Yes according to a number of replies on a similar question in 2016, we could add water to the tanks & use the pump to wash the dishes, etc but Mr Jayco gave us this u-beaut connector made of plastic...

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	Air Bags (Preview) Hi All, I need some help/advise, I have a 2015 Ford Territory TS Diesel AWD towing a Roma caravan weighing 2360k with a tow ball weight of 260k. I use levellers but am only averaging around 20,000 on rear tyres as they are scrubbing on the inside. I am considering installing air bags on the rear and a...	howpar	15	3552	01:54 PM Oct 7, 2019 by howpar
	Avan Maddison (Preview) Hi. Thinking of buying Avan Maddison 2009. Any owners out there?	TURNER JEFFREY	0	1291	08:56 AM Oct 7, 2019 by TURNER JEFFREY
	Queensland Campgrounds - Rivers (Preview) Many of the best places we have camped during the last six months in Queensland have been along their rivers. Here are a few of them. Corella River (dam) Burdekin River Fletcher Creek Russell River South Cedar Creek Joe.	Farmhat	5	1954	04:13 PM Oct 6, 2019 by Farmhat
	Towing Mirrors Milenco Grand Aero 3 (Preview) I've been reading the search replies for towing mirrors. Have a question, has anyone used the Milenco Grand Aero Extra Wide Flat Glass mirrors on a Colorado 2018 model? If so has there been any issues with them folding in when passed by a large truck or falling off. Thanks.	Jayco Gypsy	10	1531	11:38 AM Oct 6, 2019 by Jayco Gypsy
	I don't like the ball hitch - what's a better replacement? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Pretty much as the subject says: I do not have confidence in the standard ball hitch for my 2.7T caravan on bush roads or bumpy bitumen roads (especially those with "waves"!) and would like to replace it. Suggestions appreciated.	Mike Harding	37	8497	09:40 AM Oct 5, 2019 by Eaglemax
	Trailer brake controller (Preview) I have a 2015 Colorado . where do people mount their trailer brake controller and maybe a uhf? Peter	phum	4	1153	06:23 PM Oct 4, 2019 by phum
	Caravans stopped and weighed. (Preview) There is a lot of campfire heresy about this, but has anybody actually had their rig weighed, and are there just warnings issued, or is the offence taken more seriously.	iana	24	3582	05:35 PM Oct 4, 2019 by Radar
	Why use an "R" clip on the hitch. (Preview) I have heard of people using an "R" clip on their hitch. Found one on the road the other month, and have been using it on the padlock point on the hitch, but don't really see the reason for it. Maybe it will deter someone from tampering with the hitch handle, otherwise I see it as unnecessary. The hitch alre...	iana	8	6661	08:33 PM Oct 3, 2019 by Bicyclecamper
	Remote Places - White Cliffs (Preview) Currently at White Cliffs in NorthWest NSW. It is a remote opal mining town ninety kilometers north of Wilcannia One of the most friendliest places ever. Glad I was able to get here at this time as in another month the town shuts down for the summer, pub and all, due to the extreme heat. View to the North V...	Farmhat	20	2216	03:37 PM Oct 3, 2019 by Whenarewethere
	Paint peeling off checker plate panels (Preview) I wonder how many on this forum have a problem with the paint peeling off the checker plate panels on their vans. I was advised last week that there are 1600 outstanding claims against the insurance company who at this stage are refusing to address the problem and it could be years before anything is don...	tastourer	16	4386	01:43 PM Oct 3, 2019 by dogbox
	Building your own caravan (Preview) Hi. In response to an article in issue 205 of the G.M.T. regarding Tony Dawson building 2 caravans, a link was offered in which to comment. I tried many times, but the link would not work for me, so I will try here. Firstly, good onya Tony. It appears you built both from the ground up yourself. that is not an...	Llib Nosrebor	7	1384	10:10 AM Oct 3, 2019 by Greg 1
	When is a van too big :) ( 1 2 ) (Preview) this was posted up on a pajero page I visit. No story to it, so most will just assume the worst but surely there's a bit of an inbalance here. Had to be on the limit or over it. Others may know better than I Either way, would have been scary cheers Brett	denmonkey	39	3903	09:35 AM Oct 3, 2019 by Greg 1
	What does everyone think about Cyberlink ? (Preview) Cyberlink came pre-packaged on a HP Windows 10 laptop I recently bought. Programs it offers are clumsy. Val	Sheffield-er	4	941	02:00 PM Oct 2, 2019 by MikeL
	I bought a Jeep - not ( 1 2 3 ) (closed) (Preview) https://www.news.com.au/finance/business/manufacturing/stay-right-away-family-claims-50000-jeep-grand-cherokee-turned-to-dust/news-story/3628effa5aa56404bef536e9e115d994	Ger08	64	4186	12:38 PM Oct 2, 2019 by SouthernComfort
	rego when interstate (Preview) we live in NSW and will be travelling to Western Aust for 8 to 9 months. Whilst in WA both the tug and van need to be registered, which requires a mechanical inspection certificate. Can I just get the inspection done in WA or how should I handle this ? The renewal & CTP I can do online.	punch and judi	3	1680	11:36 AM Oct 2, 2019 by Mick and Wendy
	Pajero towing capability (Preview) Hi. I currently tow my 17.55, twin axle Jayco Journey with a MY15 Triton. Besides having to beef up my rear suspension, the Triton does well and we deal with the offroad stuff by leaving the van in a park and venturing off road with our Oztent. To maximise our experience, we need to replace the Journey wit...	bosrob	27	5187	10:59 PM Sep 30, 2019 by Greg 1
	The Nullabor Nymph is alive!! (Preview) Stayed at Baxter Rest area on the Nullabor last night way way down the back and while packing up this morning she walked past from way out the back of the camp further than I was. It was cold this morning so she had her dressing gown on. She seemed friendly as she waved and gave me a big smile. Made my day	cjt55	1	1731	02:08 PM Sep 30, 2019 by Cupie
	Where is Australia worst Road re Van (RV) Accidents (Preview) After reading about the latest accident re caravans on the article on the forum, I was wondering what road would have the history of having the most van ( RV ) accidents in Australia. With out checking Stats. I would have the Bruce Highway in Queensland as the No.1 contender. Not the best subject to be ta...	JayDee	28	2887	09:18 PM Sep 29, 2019 by Warren-Pat_01
	Colt Infinity caravans (Preview) I cannot seem to be able to find out who made these. There are Gazal infinity listed but not Colt . Can anyone help?	Smith	4	1438	03:31 PM Sep 29, 2019 by Smith
	Fed up - the "xyz" hose has blown off again! (Preview) G'day everyone, We are enjoying perfect weather at the moment at Malanda but are suffering one problem. Yes according to a number of replies on a similar question in 2016, we could add water to the tanks & use the pump to wash the dishes, etc but Mr Jayco gave us this u-beaut connector made of plastic...	Warren-Pat_01	21	9164	04:26 AM Sep 29, 2019 by Leshill
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