The Grey Nomads - General

Stuarth1953 · Stuarth1953

Hi all, we are looking to buy a new van late this year & narrowed it down to 2 we like. Hinterland touring & Newlands luxe. We are interested in the following :your thoughts on these vans, good & badyour thoughts on recliners or club seatingyour thoughts on the 2 dealers, Allen Graham &...

Warren-Pat_01 · Warren-Pat_01

G'd evening everyone, My, I assume Dometic, awning lock lever (if that is what it's called) on one arm remains permanently locked after lifting the handle. I can push the locking button in but it's a slow process erecting, folding up the arm. Has anyone else broken a locking lever? Are they replacable...

iana · iana

Garmin Dezl560L, getting hot at the back, the power adaptor is getting hot, and once turned on when over temp'ed, it won't turn back on. We figure the battery is faulty. Now trying to figure out the latest technology re-smart phones etc. etc. and how they work with the GPS's. Am looking at the Garmin Dri...

Bosky · Bosky

Hi folks Wondering if anyone out there has seen what I am looking for. Our Jayco Fiat Ducato motor-home has the table mounted on the wall behind the driver's seat, with the outer end held up by an adjustable round leg. Said table top doesn't reach over far enough for the person sitting in the passenger...

terriwa · terriwa

HAS ANYONE GOT ONE , WHAT BRAND , WHAT WATTAGE

Mamil · Mamil

I'm replacing the side/running lights on my van which is constructed of polyester fiberglass coat on plywood. When I took the old lights off I noticed that the white gel coat of the fibreglass had gone yellow under the lights, presumably because of some chemical reaction with the sealant used. Here...

Klaus · Klaus

Hello travellers, I have not used a UHF (CB) radio since the late 1970s, and would like to ask those of you who use them allot out on the road, what makes a good one. I have seen a Uniden UH5060NB on ebay with AERPRO whip antenna @ 4.5DBi high gain for $275 brand new, and others which are up around the $400 pl...

Snippy · Snippy

Now that school holidays are over it appears that the pressure on the region has reduced a little. Is there anyone there at the moment that can give any information. We mostly free camp.

Dunmowin · Dunmowin

Had to stop over on Port Lincoln after breakdown in wind and rain yesterday afternoon. RAA very supportive and followed us into PL caravan centre. Short term fix, they guided us personally to caravan park. Caravan park got us in at very short notice on drive through concrete slab (with a view) at gday r...

Dougwe · Dougwe

It is with great sadness I let you all know that my very good friend ROCKYLIZARD John, passed away early yesterday (Friday) afternoon after a very short battle with cancer. John and his Wife Julie called in to Townsville where I am as we speak to say hi. As they left John put his arms around me and said goo...

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

Have had local guy on Central Coast nsw, install truma gas heater I was surprised how compact the unit is and how it tucks away under our double bed (( i did put a wire shelving around the unit to make sure nothing touched unit )) even though i found the unit was barrely warm after running for a few hrs.The un...

Gummy bear · Gummy bear

Our jockey wheel hydraulic jack will not release with weight on it. Goes up with weight fine. Can any help please.

harrydiculous · harrydiculous

Hi Unfortunately, we've got a temporary health issue but it may take a couple of years to solve. So, we've decided to take the Millard Weekender off the road to save money. Hand in the plates. There'll be no problem registering it again. It does serve a purpose for overflow accommodation so we don't wan...

JayDee · JayDee

WOW. Yes fictional, but still bloody scary stuff. -- Edited by JayDee on Friday 12th of July 2019 08:34:39 AM

Farmhat · Farmhat

Made it! A few pics from the very top of Cape York QLD. Looking down to the sign. Looking back up the hill from behind the sign. As you can see it was very busy there. Joe & Co. -- Edited by Farmhat on Friday 19th of July 2019 08:51:06 PM -- Edited by Farmhat on Friday 19th of July 2019 08:53:37 PM

Cyclops · Cyclops

resting up in Mosman after the Trip to the tip. 7 days at Seisia was fantastic. We have a nephew in Bamiga, so boat was not a problem. Yes, we took our Bushtracker and had no problems. However, the road from the turn off to Captain Billys Landing to the Jardine ferry was the worst Ive seen In years. Corruga...

KevinJ · KevinJ

We are considering purchasing an Essential Caravan, Outlander 20ft. We will be doing the big lap as well as criss-cross. Does anyone have one of these who can give me their views on it? Will it handle the roads we expect to come across or do we need the Highlander series? What are the after sales serv...

landy · landy

Halls creek to Daly Waters via Top Springs road house. Just wondering if anybody has used this route recently and can give us a heads up on the amount and condition of the gravel road sections. Any information much appreciated. Cheers Landy.

Neribil · Neribil

Thinking of buying an Adari caravan.pros and cons please?

Bobdown · Bobdown

Spent a fantastic week at an old mates camp 30k out of Kununurra, down Parry Creek Rd. Rough old road but got the van in and out ok, about half way to Wyndham. Greg (Hairy Dog) does the Barra fishing tours, used to be on Rex Hunt all those years ago, not cheap but also does tours of the River which after nearly...

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	Buy a new van (Preview) Hi all, we are looking to buy a new van late this year & narrowed it down to 2 we like. Hinterland touring & Newlands luxe. We are interested in the following :your thoughts on these vans, good & badyour thoughts on recliners or club seatingyour thoughts on the 2 dealers, Allen Graham &...	Stuarth1953	5	1113	06:01 AM Jul 28, 2019 by Olive Oil
	Awning Hardware (Preview) G'd evening everyone, My, I assume Dometic, awning lock lever (if that is what it's called) on one arm remains permanently locked after lifting the handle. I can push the locking button in but it's a slow process erecting, folding up the arm. Has anyone else broken a locking lever? Are they replacable...	Warren-Pat_01	8	2992	11:56 PM Jul 27, 2019 by denmonkey
	Looks like our GPS has decided to call it quits, just before we leave on our trip. (Preview) Garmin Dezl560L, getting hot at the back, the power adaptor is getting hot, and once turned on when over temp'ed, it won't turn back on. We figure the battery is faulty. Now trying to figure out the latest technology re-smart phones etc. etc. and how they work with the GPS's. Am looking at the Garmin Dri...	iana	14	2197	11:16 PM Jul 27, 2019 by Aus-Kiwi
	Table tops (Preview) Hi folks Wondering if anyone out there has seen what I am looking for. Our Jayco Fiat Ducato motor-home has the table mounted on the wall behind the driver's seat, with the outer end held up by an adjustable round leg. Said table top doesn't reach over far enough for the person sitting in the passenger...	Bosky	3	1753	08:40 AM Jul 27, 2019 by Bosky
	INDUCTION COOK TOPS IN A VAN WITH A INVERTER (Preview) HAS ANYONE GOT ONE , WHAT BRAND , WHAT WATTAGE	terriwa	4	1561	09:00 PM Jul 26, 2019 by Ann Marie
	Silicone turns fibreglass yellow (Preview) I'm replacing the side/running lights on my van which is constructed of polyester fiberglass coat on plywood. When I took the old lights off I noticed that the white gel coat of the fibreglass had gone yellow under the lights, presumably because of some chemical reaction with the sealant used. Here...	Mamil	6	2330	05:56 PM Jul 26, 2019 by dieseltojo
	UHF radio (Preview) Hello travellers, I have not used a UHF (CB) radio since the late 1970s, and would like to ask those of you who use them allot out on the road, what makes a good one. I have seen a Uniden UH5060NB on ebay with AERPRO whip antenna @ 4.5DBi high gain for $275 brand new, and others which are up around the $400 pl...	Klaus	13	2080	07:54 PM Jul 25, 2019 by Klaus
	RED CENTRE, HOW BUSY IS IT NOW? (Preview) Now that school holidays are over it appears that the pressure on the region has reduced a little. Is there anyone there at the moment that can give any information. We mostly free camp.	Snippy	2	1990	04:45 PM Jul 25, 2019 by Bobdown
	Friendly towns (Preview) Had to stop over on Port Lincoln after breakdown in wind and rain yesterday afternoon. RAA very supportive and followed us into PL caravan centre. Short term fix, they guided us personally to caravan park. Caravan park got us in at very short notice on drive through concrete slab (with a view) at gday r...	Dunmowin	5	1632	08:28 AM Jul 25, 2019 by sandsmere
	SADNESS (RIP Rocky) ( 1 2 ) (Preview) It is with great sadness I let you all know that my very good friend ROCKYLIZARD John, passed away early yesterday (Friday) afternoon after a very short battle with cancer. John and his Wife Julie called in to Townsville where I am as we speak to say hi. As they left John put his arms around me and said goo...	Dougwe	46	9449	09:03 PM Jul 23, 2019 by woofta and precious
	Gas heater in van (Preview) Have had local guy on Central Coast nsw, install truma gas heater I was surprised how compact the unit is and how it tucks away under our double bed (( i did put a wire shelving around the unit to make sure nothing touched unit )) even though i found the unit was barrely warm after running for a few hrs.The un...	jeepnudger	10	1657	08:30 PM Jul 23, 2019 by woofta and precious
	Trailer mate (Preview) Our jockey wheel hydraulic jack will not release with weight on it. Goes up with weight fine. Can any help please.	Gummy bear	9	2274	08:03 PM Jul 23, 2019 by iana
	Insurance on 'van unregistered (Preview) Hi Unfortunately, we've got a temporary health issue but it may take a couple of years to solve. So, we've decided to take the Millard Weekender off the road to save money. Hand in the plates. There'll be no problem registering it again. It does serve a purpose for overflow accommodation so we don't wan...	harrydiculous	9	1285	07:21 PM Jul 23, 2019 by Kantiki
	Looking into the future by 10 years (Preview) WOW. Yes fictional, but still bloody scary stuff. -- Edited by JayDee on Friday 12th of July 2019 08:34:39 AM	JayDee	20	2067	12:25 PM Jul 23, 2019 by Cupie
	Like ACDC says It's a long way to the top. (Preview) Made it! A few pics from the very top of Cape York QLD. Looking down to the sign. Looking back up the hill from behind the sign. As you can see it was very busy there. Joe & Co. -- Edited by Farmhat on Friday 19th of July 2019 08:51:06 PM -- Edited by Farmhat on Friday 19th of July 2019 08:53:37 PM	Farmhat	4	1585	12:04 AM Jul 23, 2019 by Farmhat
	Trip to the tip (Preview) resting up in Mosman after the Trip to the tip. 7 days at Seisia was fantastic. We have a nephew in Bamiga, so boat was not a problem. Yes, we took our Bushtracker and had no problems. However, the road from the turn off to Captain Billys Landing to the Jardine ferry was the worst Ive seen In years. Corruga...	Cyclops	2	1975	05:40 PM Jul 22, 2019 by iana
	Essential Caravans - Outlander 20 (Preview) We are considering purchasing an Essential Caravan, Outlander 20ft. We will be doing the big lap as well as criss-cross. Does anyone have one of these who can give me their views on it? Will it handle the roads we expect to come across or do we need the Highlander series? What are the after sales serv...	KevinJ	8	6989	04:06 PM Jul 22, 2019 by sandgrooper1
	Halls Creek to Daly Waters via Topsprings Roadhouse. (Preview) Halls creek to Daly Waters via Top Springs road house. Just wondering if anybody has used this route recently and can give us a heads up on the amount and condition of the gravel road sections. Any information much appreciated. Cheers Landy.	landy	2	1680	12:08 AM Jul 21, 2019 by landy
	Adari caravans (Preview) Thinking of buying an Adari caravan.pros and cons please?	Neribil	9	3194	03:39 PM Jul 20, 2019 by Knight
	Ord River, Kununurra (Preview) Spent a fantastic week at an old mates camp 30k out of Kununurra, down Parry Creek Rd. Rough old road but got the van in and out ok, about half way to Wyndham. Greg (Hairy Dog) does the Barra fishing tours, used to be on Rex Hunt all those years ago, not cheap but also does tours of the River which after nearly...	Bobdown	0	1363	02:50 PM Jul 19, 2019 by Bobdown
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