The Grey Nomads - General

dorian · dorian

Regional Queenslanders say electric vehicles worth it for fuel savings but challenges remain: He paid $72,000 for his EV and has driven 70,000 kilometres in the 18 months he's owned it. "If I'd done that same 70,000 kilometres in our old LandCruiser that would have been about an extra $35,000 just i...

Brianvicki · Brianvicki

Im looking at reducing the amount of weight /gas on our van by changing to smaller gas bottles, as we dont do long term off grid, what are the ways everyone has does this ?

go west · go west

Cold here in Port Pirie, but cold and dark is worse. LED roof lights have gone inside on my 2015 Jayco Swift van and I've checked the fuses. Online I can see that some Jayco fans have a kill switch on pop ups that sometimes sticks and this could be the problem but I can't see any on my van. Any electrical wizar...

Essy2021 · Essy2021

I must recommend AXT Plumbing and Reece Plumbing Supplies in Yarrawonga for their assistance in fixing a plumbing problem we had in our motorhome. The teams at both companies interrupted their regular work to install a new mixer to our motorhome that was leaking. We are very appreciative of the extr...

Wandererone · Wandererone

Hi all Just got our van set up for free camping and want to go somewhere for a couple of days, not too far from home, to test things out before we venture too far. We live in Tumut and Jingellic is an option as are a few other places. We have a small dog though, so lots of great places within the National Parks ar...

EyeWantItAll · EyeWantItAll

What are members experiences of travelling with the Foxtel (yes I know) IQ5? Given it's relatively small size, I though we could use it instead of our current SatKing vast receiver. I was thinking of using my gigabit internet connection at home, and satellite feed on the road. But like most things Fo...

Harbourview · Harbourview

My drop down bed comes down ok but will not go up. Fuses are ok. Any suggestions please.

JayDee · JayDee

Ok, First up as far as the van is concerned we enjoy Solar power for bush Camping. Of course 240 w when necessary. But what is your preference re future power supply? Do you want:- Solar & wind. Normal power stations ( old system) Nucular. Plus the other alternatives. There are always lots of pros...

Black-Pete · Black-Pete

I've noticed quite a few of these caravans travelling and they seem to be quite a bit lighter in weight than the Australian counterparts. Does anyone have any first hand knowledge how they stand up to Australian conditions (not off road) and I've also noticed that they seem low. Are they prone to dragg...

kilkenny · kilkenny

Hi Everyone, Hoping someone can help me. I have a Dometic CTS4110 toilet and the orange flap slider, Part No 2426010175 has a small piece missing from it, this part is required to open the slide. I have so far had no luck sourcing this part in Australia. Can anyone help me please?

JayDee · JayDee

My question is to the van travellers already up in North Queensland? I wonder if the Mexicans ( Vannies) from the south are packing out a lot of free /low cost / bush camps. We intend to leave mid-June for the winter in the Sun in North Queensland. We are leaving a lot later than we had planned. More interes...

vblerk23 · vblerk23

Hi all, I am looking at relocating the spare wheel, fitting it to the rear bar and installing a grey water tank. Has anybody done this before? Size of tank fitted and rerouting of plumbing. Photos if available will be greatly appreciated. If this has been raised before please point me the right directi...

Pam_Chris · Pam_Chris

Has anybody had experience with 12v power station (as opposed to battery boxes) shutting down when a 12v fridge stops due to being cold enough and then filling to restart. If so how did you overcome the problem?

Big Gorilla · Big Gorilla

Hi all. We run a little game in sub forum "I Digress" named Who Is This. A photo of a famous person is put up and you have to try and identify that person. If you are successful, it then becomes your turn to post a photo. Go have a look..

Brianvicki · Brianvicki

Hi, my gauge glass was fading, so I couldnt read it, used some toothpaste and now a bit better. i noticed my needle isnt moving, I used the bottle for the bbq and it was 3/4 full. does anyone know if the needle not moving can be fixed, before I spend money to buy another one ? -- Edited by Brianvicki on Wednes...

ProspectiveNomad · ProspectiveNomad

I am about to buy a van and outfit it to live in. The writings on this site have helped me to make the decision to spend the extra for an Engel refrigerator, and now I seek advice about power for it and other appliances. I am not an electrical engineer, nor fancy becoming one, so I mean to buy a battery-in-a-b...

JayDee · JayDee

Whilst I totally believe in the NDIS, It is good to see the Government being proactive to reduce the abuse certain people are engaging in. These unfortunate people do need lots of help, because therefore but for the grace of God go I. Every time I notice people in handicapped wheelchairs, I say how luck...

JayDee · JayDee

The Federal Budget only delivered the tax break and the $300 electricity bonus to us. By the way, we could survive without the grant of the $300. What about you? How did you go? Jay&Dee -- Edited by JayDee on Wednesday 15th of May 2024 06:50:56 AM

Bushie1961 · Bushie1961

Hey looking to buy a new 25ft van over the next year and thinking about Sunland or Jayco which I own a Jayco Now. The problem with Jayco they won't change the color scheme on their Silverlines or add any extras as required and don't have many options either in the range of colors. This is my van now Silverli...

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

NSW and Vic have had lengthy periods of rain in recent months and I am wondering how it has affected in a general nature, the average campsite. If someone on safari can fill in the gaps for me with a bit of a summary that would help, it would be much appreciated. B

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	Regional Queenslanders say electric vehicles worth it for fuel savings (Preview) Regional Queenslanders say electric vehicles worth it for fuel savings but challenges remain: He paid $72,000 for his EV and has driven 70,000 kilometres in the 18 months he's owned it. "If I'd done that same 70,000 kilometres in our old LandCruiser that would have been about an extra $35,000 just i...	dorian	8	625	10:21 AM Jun 11, 2024 by Dick0
	Downsizing from 9kg gas to 4.5kg (Preview) Im looking at reducing the amount of weight /gas on our van by changing to smaller gas bottles, as we dont do long term off grid, what are the ways everyone has does this ?	Brianvicki	11	4437	05:49 PM Jun 9, 2024 by StewG
	Jayco Swift roof lights not working (Preview) Cold here in Port Pirie, but cold and dark is worse. LED roof lights have gone inside on my 2015 Jayco Swift van and I've checked the fuses. Online I can see that some Jayco fans have a kill switch on pop ups that sometimes sticks and this could be the problem but I can't see any on my van. Any electrical wizar...	go west	3	902	11:53 AM Jun 9, 2024 by go west
	Plumber Recommendation, Yarrawonga area (Preview) I must recommend AXT Plumbing and Reece Plumbing Supplies in Yarrawonga for their assistance in fixing a plumbing problem we had in our motorhome. The teams at both companies interrupted their regular work to install a new mixer to our motorhome that was leaking. We are very appreciative of the extr...	Essy2021	0	588	05:23 PM Jun 6, 2024 by Essy2021
	Dog friendly free campsites within 2 hours of Wagga, NSW (Preview) Hi all Just got our van set up for free camping and want to go somewhere for a couple of days, not too far from home, to test things out before we venture too far. We live in Tumut and Jingellic is an option as are a few other places. We have a small dog though, so lots of great places within the National Parks ar...	Wandererone	7	1651	12:35 PM Jun 5, 2024 by rmoor
	Foxtel IQ5 (Preview) What are members experiences of travelling with the Foxtel (yes I know) IQ5? Given it's relatively small size, I though we could use it instead of our current SatKing vast receiver. I was thinking of using my gigabit internet connection at home, and satellite feed on the road. But like most things Fo...	EyeWantItAll	4	1626	10:57 PM Jun 4, 2024 by Mein
	Avan drop down bed (Preview) My drop down bed comes down ok but will not go up. Fuses are ok. Any suggestions please.	Harbourview	10	826	08:50 AM Jun 3, 2024 by Possum3
	Which power supply do you prefer (closed) (Preview) Ok, First up as far as the van is concerned we enjoy Solar power for bush Camping. Of course 240 w when necessary. But what is your preference re future power supply? Do you want:- Solar & wind. Normal power stations ( old system) Nucular. Plus the other alternatives. There are always lots of pros...	JayDee	29	1199	01:11 AM Jun 3, 2024 by Meredith
	european style caravans (Preview) I've noticed quite a few of these caravans travelling and they seem to be quite a bit lighter in weight than the Australian counterparts. Does anyone have any first hand knowledge how they stand up to Australian conditions (not off road) and I've also noticed that they seem low. Are they prone to dragg...	Black-Pete	13	2087	10:43 AM Jun 1, 2024 by Peter_n_Margaret
	spare part for Dometic CTS4110 toilet (Preview) Hi Everyone, Hoping someone can help me. I have a Dometic CTS4110 toilet and the orange flap slider, Part No 2426010175 has a small piece missing from it, this part is required to open the slide. I have so far had no luck sourcing this part in Australia. Can anyone help me please?	kilkenny	3	1106	10:14 PM May 29, 2024 by Possum3
	Mexicans ( Vannies) already up in North Queensland. (Preview) My question is to the van travellers already up in North Queensland? I wonder if the Mexicans ( Vannies) from the south are packing out a lot of free /low cost / bush camps. We intend to leave mid-June for the winter in the Sun in North Queensland. We are leaving a lot later than we had planned. More interes...	JayDee	28	2258	10:35 AM May 29, 2024 by Ben Taxyl
	Grey water tank install on 2020 Jayco Journey outback poptop (Preview) Hi all, I am looking at relocating the spare wheel, fitting it to the rear bar and installing a grey water tank. Has anybody done this before? Size of tank fitted and rerouting of plumbing. Photos if available will be greatly appreciated. If this has been raised before please point me the right directi...	vblerk23	13	2741	07:53 AM May 28, 2024 by AndyCap100
	12v power stations (Preview) Has anybody had experience with 12v power station (as opposed to battery boxes) shutting down when a 12v fridge stops due to being cold enough and then filling to restart. If so how did you overcome the problem?	Pam_Chris	13	1413	11:58 PM May 27, 2024 by DeBe
	WHO IS THIS (Preview) Hi all. We run a little game in sub forum "I Digress" named Who Is This. A photo of a famous person is put up and you have to try and identify that person. If you are successful, it then becomes your turn to post a photo. Go have a look..	Big Gorilla	0	557	09:59 AM May 26, 2024 by Big Gorilla
	LPG gauge (Preview) Hi, my gauge glass was fading, so I couldnt read it, used some toothpaste and now a bit better. i noticed my needle isnt moving, I used the bottle for the bbq and it was 3/4 full. does anyone know if the needle not moving can be fixed, before I spend money to buy another one ? -- Edited by Brianvicki on Wednes...	Brianvicki	6	1683	02:57 PM May 24, 2024 by Joda
	Power source for in-van living ( 1 2 ) Power (Preview) I am about to buy a van and outfit it to live in. The writings on this site have helped me to make the decision to spend the extra for an Engel refrigerator, and now I seek advice about power for it and other appliances. I am not an electrical engineer, nor fancy becoming one, so I mean to buy a battery-in-a-b...	ProspectiveNomad	52	3556	01:49 PM May 20, 2024 by dogbox
	The abuse of the NDIS ( 1 2 ) (closed) (Preview) Whilst I totally believe in the NDIS, It is good to see the Government being proactive to reduce the abuse certain people are engaging in. These unfortunate people do need lots of help, because therefore but for the grace of God go I. Every time I notice people in handicapped wheelchairs, I say how luck...	JayDee	35	2564	08:53 PM May 19, 2024 by Whenarewethere
	How did the Federal Budget help your cost of living. (closed) (Preview) The Federal Budget only delivered the tax break and the $300 electricity bonus to us. By the way, we could survive without the grant of the $300. What about you? How did you go? Jay&Dee -- Edited by JayDee on Wednesday 15th of May 2024 06:50:56 AM	JayDee	18	1176	02:33 PM May 16, 2024 by Webmaster
	looking for a new caravan (Preview) Hey looking to buy a new 25ft van over the next year and thinking about Sunland or Jayco which I own a Jayco Now. The problem with Jayco they won't change the color scheme on their Silverlines or add any extras as required and don't have many options either in the range of colors. This is my van now Silverli...	Bushie1961	7	1910	03:59 PM May 12, 2024 by Possum3
	Waterlogging of campsites? (Preview) NSW and Vic have had lengthy periods of rain in recent months and I am wondering how it has affected in a general nature, the average campsite. If someone on safari can fill in the gaps for me with a bit of a summary that would help, it would be much appreciated. B	Brodie Allen	3	1037	07:08 PM May 11, 2024 by Southern Cruizer
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