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Grey nomads forum is quiet
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Im noticing activity this forum is very quiet, latest two topics, whilst good, dont relate to grey nomad travels or experiences or questions. what Site or forum is generally being used out there shame as I always rated highly the questions and mature responses from this forum
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Marg where is she these days ??
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Marg in her grey van hope she is oh k out there, where is she
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Dometic RM255 fridge has stopped cooling
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Our 3 way fridge in 2018 seka poptop has stopped working After checking in gas and 240v, temps dont go down below 19degrees - fridge, 9 degrees (freezer) and the top vent is very warm, it appears our cooling unit has died. Has anyone experienced this, and if I need to replace the fridge, have others repla...
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Notifications not being received
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For months now I have been ticking the box: "Email me whenever there is a new post to this topic". Not receiving notifications. Does anyone know why this would be happening?
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IVECO SERVICE
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A heads up to anyone who has an Iveco Daily motor home. In August my Iveco had a warning light come up on the dashboard showing an Automatic Transmission failure. The vehicle was towed to Prestige Iveco Truck Centre on the Princes Highway, Dandenong. They had the vehicle for 10 days before they looked...
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Selecting best remote GPS System
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Hi Guys, Newbie here. Heading out for couple years travel early next year, much to take in. I'm at a loss for a good GPS System for remote regions showing bush tracks etc. Reviews on VMS700HDX, Hema HXII etc all seem to be negative. I will have Starlink any assistance would be appreciated. Dave & Co...
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reversing camera
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Hi, Im looking at getting a wireless reversing cam for the van. For the people who have cams do you use them and do you think they are worth getting. Also any preference on brandsRoss
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When an emergency vehicle comes up behind . . .
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What is one supposed to do: I'm stopped at the lights at a busy "T" intersection. I'm hemmed in by concrete islands and another car (s) beside. There's an emergency vehicle coming behind with lights and siren screaming. I go forward and swing right to be in front of the car beside me. The intersect...
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Tyre Size
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Good afternoon everyone. I still consider myself a newbie to caravanning, but Im especially a learner when it comes to tyre sizing. I am shortly going to be in the market for new tyres. I currently run 225/75 R15C (110/108Q) on my dual axle 19 caravan. These do not appear to be the most common of sizes...
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caravan park advice
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Hi everybody, Just discovered this site. What a great idea. I'm new to this travelling game and just wondered if anyone out there has some advice for me on caravan parks. I'm keen to do 'The Big One' in six months or so and am obviously keen to keep costs down as much as possible. I've been a bit shock...
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Jeep Grand Cherokee for towing
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Hi Guys, Thinking of a Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 3lt diesel to tow a 21ft Jayco Silverline, currently using a Holden Colorado 2.8lt diesel (Just a little bit underpowered). Love to hear from people who are currently doing something similar. No Jeep bashers please - its old Interested in cruising spe...
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Front window
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Hi Guys, My caravan has a front window with a fold down cover (?) How reliable are these windows not to leak in bad weather? How do I check the seal? Thanks, Jay-Jay
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Poptop annexe ?
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Im looking at putting an annexe on our poptop, but use shade cloth front and sides. i am aware I can purchase anti flap bars for the side which clamps onto the awning and has a rope track for the side to slide into. has anyone had actual experience in doing this and is there anything I need to be aware of? als...
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slight wobble
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The last few weeks when towing the van i have noticed a slight wobble. About 6months ago i replace the rear springs and struts on my 2016 Pajero and the next couple of outing it was towing great. I have a tool box on the front of the van and took out one of the 9kg gas bottles and a few other things so reduced the...
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Tourist in Hospital after car & caravan stolen in Halls Creek
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https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-17/tourist-seriously-injured-in-vehicle-theft-halls-creek/105663948
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awnings
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i have read about painting the top foot of the awning with flex seal to protect from uv, has anyone here tried this or is there another product that might work. I cant find flex seal in AUS. in pint tins or such only spraycans that I would make a mess with. Thanks Peter PS warranty is useless 10 years adver...
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inflatable on roof rack.
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Unusual request, I have a 3.3 Inflatable boat powered by 10hp outboard motor. Which we take away with us when caravanning. Because of health reasons I can no longer get down on my knees when having to deflate the boat. So my question to you is, has anyone transported a SIB fully inflated on a flat bed roof...
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insurance
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i am sure this has been covered before but I cant find it. time has come to reinsure, I was with CIL for years but premiums got to a stage that I couldnt see the benefits. I went to another company but now they dont want to insure vans. Reccommendations please for a reliable affordable insurer Thanks in...
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some disturbing assumptions from TELSTRA
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One clause out of Telstra's additions to their terms of service.: Supporting Victims of Domestic and Family ViolenceWe may terminate your service without notice if you are alleged to have committed domestic or family violence against an end-user of a service. We may also transfer the phone numbe...
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ceiling paint
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i have been told to paint the ceilings of our van. there is staining in various place but no evidence of leals i can only put it down to age. what type of paint would you reccommend. got to be easy i am no painter and hate painting
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