The Grey Nomads - General

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

I regularly (like now) take my caravan deep into the bush through forests and on tracks that are more 4WD than 2WD and on one occasion was forced to stay an extra week to allow the track to dry out in order to tow the van out. Although I am very careful and try to inspect the tracks in the 4WD vehicle befo...

JayDee · JayDee

Just checked the gas top coils and discoveredthat thew ignitor was not working. How do I check and or replace ignitor. T Could there may be some gunk/ didt andgrease causing the malfunction. Checked Utube but not much info there. If I can not get a quick fix, then I will call in a gas fitter. But!!!! any...

johnnz · johnnz

I will be in the Meekatharra, Cue & Mt Magnet localities soon trying to find that elusive nugget, any other gold hunters are welcome to join me, can compare notes, stories and dreams around the campfire.

Colin1947 · Colin1947

Hi 'Vanners The Australian National University, ANU College of Law is conducting research to identify whether the Australian consumer law and the Australian vehicle standards are ineffective in ensuring that only caravans that are fit for purpose are used on Australian roads. The proj...

Micka · Micka

I have read with much interest the comments by many regarding truckies disregard for the traffic laws regarding speeding , bad driving in that they try to bully other drivers into giving way or when changing lanes. Than on the other side, truckies complaining about caravan drivers not having the s...

Chellbells · Chellbells

Is anyone going to be around Dunolly Victoria between Christmas & New Year 2019. Would like to find like minded prospectors to fossick & detect gold with. Chellbells

wendycarlene · wendycarlene

we have this system, installed at the time of building a new van in 2012. It has never been 100% satisfactory. It has been recommended to us by the distributor that improvements have been made and that we should be happy with the new digital model. Does anyone have any experience with this upgrade? Loo...

aussietraveller · aussietraveller

We are currently heading for QLD and are in Armidale. Had a shower this morning and heard water spraying in the wall cavity of the shower buggar. Our van is a jayco heritage 2007 model, there is a removable moulded piece with hot and cold taps I am considering taking this off to have a look hoping to find t...

Tony Bev · Tony Bev

I went to a doctor surgery a few days ago, to get my annual (free) flu shot They also offered, and I accepted, a (free) pneumonia shotWhile waiting the compulsory fifteen minutes after the shots, I was watching the info ads on the in house TVThey were showing adverts about people saying that they could n...

Greg 1 · Greg 1

Just like to say that we had our water heater repaired on site in Cairns by Babinda Mobile Caravan Repairs. Husband and wife team who came to the park we were in, fixed the problem, made up a new tv aerial as well and charged only $200. Very happy with their service and knowledge. Would highly recommend...

The Blackies · The Blackies

I am wanting to wallpaper my RV bedroom, I have been advised that the glue might not stick to the shiny surface so need to use a special product called Grippon (i think) first. Has anyone experienced the wallpapering job, how did you prepare the walls. Your advise would be very much appreciated thanks....

cjt55 · cjt55

Planning to visit Wagal Rock, WA this year as I come down through inner WA. Looks like the best place to camp is in Cue, WA. Does anyone know the distance from Cue to Wagal Rock as I will just make it a full day trip from Cue. Would appreciate any other areas/places to see along the Great Northern Highway....

8RAR Nasho · 8RAR Nasho

Our new Avan Nathan has "Euro" style windows with click clack type struts. What worries me is that there is no way to secure the open widows so that they will not either blow open in a strong wind or be opened from outside by someone with an unpleasant agenda. I asked Avan about different struts but no joy....

normiek · normiek

Would anyone be staying at burdekin dam now?

Possum3 · Possum3

https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/kogan-in-court-for-alleged-false-or-misleading-discount-advertisements?fbclid=IwAR1zVqlP_V7UQIMbdb4M_t4iwAdeVXvYjYVkFAFHpE6aUKts_O00gXa9zuw

United Phil · United Phil

Hi, We have a 23ft Jayco Stirling and are just about to go on a trip from Perth to NSW the long way around the top end. I see that most of the roadside assistance firms exclude our van either on height, weight or length. I have come across Motoring 24-7 who only have a <3.5t restriction which should be O...

Duncan29 · Duncan29

I am considering an Arlec ceramic fan heater for my caravan when off grid , and powered by an inverter . Heater probably an 1500w . Any advice appreciated . Duncan

Tony Bev · Tony Bev

When people ask what my security is, to stop others stealing my motorhome I usually say that the joyriding thieves, would pick a faster vehicle I will now have to have a rethink, and watch out for 40 year old females, with 2 dogs Link below https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-us-canada-48375164/no...

wendycarlene · wendycarlene

can someone explain to me why it is not recommended to use the stovetop to heat the caravan? Thank you in advance.

Kazzawhthd · Kazzawhthd

Camping sites, great little pub in town, bakery and rest area. Would be better if public respected the toilet cleaners. Yuk

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Winching a caravan? (Preview) I regularly (like now) take my caravan deep into the bush through forests and on tracks that are more 4WD than 2WD and on one occasion was forced to stay an extra week to allow the track to dry out in order to tow the van out. Although I am very careful and try to inspect the tracks in the 4WD vehicle befo...	Mike Harding	14	2053	09:37 PM Jun 2, 2019 by Warren-Pat_01
	Gas top ignitor not working (Preview) Just checked the gas top coils and discoveredthat thew ignitor was not working. How do I check and or replace ignitor. T Could there may be some gunk/ didt andgrease causing the malfunction. Checked Utube but not much info there. If I can not get a quick fix, then I will call in a gas fitter. But!!!! any...	JayDee	15	2840	09:19 PM Jun 2, 2019 by JayDee
	Gold fossicking (Preview) I will be in the Meekatharra, Cue & Mt Magnet localities soon trying to find that elusive nugget, any other gold hunters are welcome to join me, can compare notes, stories and dreams around the campfire.	johnnz	1	1348	04:31 PM Jun 2, 2019 by Olive Oil
	ANU - Caravan Research Project (Preview) Hi 'Vanners The Australian National University, ANU College of Law is conducting research to identify whether the Australian consumer law and the Australian vehicle standards are ineffective in ensuring that only caravans that are fit for purpose are used on Australian roads. The proj...	Colin1947	0	1478	12:22 PM Jun 2, 2019 by Colin1947
	Truckies V Caravaners, Have your say. (Preview) I have read with much interest the comments by many regarding truckies disregard for the traffic laws regarding speeding , bad driving in that they try to bully other drivers into giving way or when changing lanes. Than on the other side, truckies complaining about caravan drivers not having the s...	Micka	19	1800	08:58 AM Jun 2, 2019 by Ron-D
	Gold Detecting Golden Triangle (Preview) Is anyone going to be around Dunolly Victoria between Christmas & New Year 2019. Would like to find like minded prospectors to fossick & detect gold with. Chellbells	Chellbells	3	1506	07:38 PM Jun 1, 2019 by Mariner30
	Endless hot water system. (Preview) we have this system, installed at the time of building a new van in 2012. It has never been 100% satisfactory. It has been recommended to us by the distributor that improvements have been made and that we should be happy with the new digital model. Does anyone have any experience with this upgrade? Loo...	wendycarlene	8	1649	07:34 PM Jun 1, 2019 by sueclog
	Hot water service issue (Preview) We are currently heading for QLD and are in Armidale. Had a shower this morning and heard water spraying in the wall cavity of the shower buggar. Our van is a jayco heritage 2007 model, there is a removable moulded piece with hot and cold taps I am considering taking this off to have a look hoping to find t...	aussietraveller	9	1167	01:29 PM May 31, 2019 by MikeL
	Cost of seeing a doctor (Preview) I went to a doctor surgery a few days ago, to get my annual (free) flu shot They also offered, and I accepted, a (free) pneumonia shotWhile waiting the compulsory fifteen minutes after the shots, I was watching the info ads on the in house TVThey were showing adverts about people saying that they could n...	Tony Bev	14	1650	01:10 PM May 31, 2019 by MikeL
	Recommend a repairer. (Preview) Just like to say that we had our water heater repaired on site in Cairns by Babinda Mobile Caravan Repairs. Husband and wife team who came to the park we were in, fixed the problem, made up a new tv aerial as well and charged only $200. Very happy with their service and knowledge. Would highly recommend...	Greg 1	1	1482	05:15 AM May 31, 2019 by Olive Oil
	Wallpaper Preparation (Preview) I am wanting to wallpaper my RV bedroom, I have been advised that the glue might not stick to the shiny surface so need to use a special product called Grippon (i think) first. Has anyone experienced the wallpapering job, how did you prepare the walls. Your advise would be very much appreciated thanks....	The Blackies	1	947	08:27 PM May 30, 2019 by Cupie
	Wagal Rock, WA (Preview) Planning to visit Wagal Rock, WA this year as I come down through inner WA. Looks like the best place to camp is in Cue, WA. Does anyone know the distance from Cue to Wagal Rock as I will just make it a full day trip from Cue. Would appreciate any other areas/places to see along the Great Northern Highway....	cjt55	6	1319	04:10 PM May 30, 2019 by cjt55
	Euro style windows (Preview) Our new Avan Nathan has "Euro" style windows with click clack type struts. What worries me is that there is no way to secure the open widows so that they will not either blow open in a strong wind or be opened from outside by someone with an unpleasant agenda. I asked Avan about different struts but no joy....	8RAR Nasho	13	1710	01:24 PM May 30, 2019 by 8RAR Nasho
	burdekin dam (Preview) Would anyone be staying at burdekin dam now?	normiek	5	1406	10:49 PM May 29, 2019 by Warren-Pat_01
	Kogan customers note. (Preview) https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/kogan-in-court-for-alleged-false-or-misleading-discount-advertisements?fbclid=IwAR1zVqlP_V7UQIMbdb4M_t4iwAdeVXvYjYVkFAFHpE6aUKts_O00gXa9zuw	Possum3	10	2954	05:51 PM May 29, 2019 by dabbler
	Roadside Assistance Motoring 24-7 (Preview) Hi, We have a 23ft Jayco Stirling and are just about to go on a trip from Perth to NSW the long way around the top end. I see that most of the roadside assistance firms exclude our van either on height, weight or length. I have come across Motoring 24-7 who only have a <3.5t restriction which should be O...	United Phil	13	2804	01:28 PM May 29, 2019 by Tony Bev
	Caravan heaters (Preview) I am considering an Arlec ceramic fan heater for my caravan when off grid , and powered by an inverter . Heater probably an 1500w . Any advice appreciated . Duncan	Duncan29	13	2489	12:13 PM May 29, 2019 by StewG
	Motorhome security (Preview) When people ask what my security is, to stop others stealing my motorhome I usually say that the joyriding thieves, would pick a faster vehicle I will now have to have a rethink, and watch out for 40 year old females, with 2 dogs Link below https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-us-canada-48375164/no...	Tony Bev	7	1748	09:26 AM May 29, 2019 by Aus-Kiwi
	Using the gas stove top to heat van ( 1 2 ) (Preview) can someone explain to me why it is not recommended to use the stovetop to heat the caravan? Thank you in advance.	wendycarlene	39	4523	04:56 PM May 27, 2019 by denmonkey
	Holbrook vic worth a stopover (Preview) Camping sites, great little pub in town, bakery and rest area. Would be better if public respected the toilet cleaners. Yuk	Kazzawhthd	8	1590	09:03 PM May 26, 2019 by rodrocket
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