The Grey Nomads - General

iana · iana

Have just used our new hand operated espresso machine, great tasting coffee, and no power required. Our nanopresso machine is definately a gadget to have, viewable on the net at "Purplespoilz" although we got ours via Amazon. We got the model that uses ground coffee, and got a converter for nesspres...

rockylizard · rockylizard

Gday... It is so unfortunate that reality is that one must actually purchase a van and vehicle BEFORE you can GENUINELY and ABSOLUTELY determine one is able to travel within the legal stated weights of vehicle and van. One cannot go to a yard and load all the accessories/additions/personal items etc...

HandyWalter · HandyWalter

I have read that there are composting toilets (still need to be emptied every 4-6 weeks) and ones that use fire to burn off the waste. Just wondering if anybody has retrofitted either of these units to their van or RV and 1. was it difficult to do? 2. Is it worth the cost? and 3. Any pitfalls (ha ha) or proble...

FENCER · FENCER

Does anyone know if redhill S/A free camp is still open ? have looked on Wiki camps and it doesn't show up

Riles96us · Riles96us

Hi, has anyone got any opinions about Monkey Mia...is it worth a trip? Any good at this time of year? Caravan parks, rest areas etc. Unfortunately can't go on unsealed roads Sandie

Itchyfeet Pete · Itchyfeet Pete

Whatever you do dont break the mounting cradle for your navigator if youre a Hema HN6 owner. Hema have no stock and, because this is a discontinued model, they will no longer supply this part. Pretty incredible for mine, considering the original purchase cost, that after just 5 years they wont supply...

the rocket · the rocket

strops is happily driving along the highway and a huge spider comes out a vent And starts walking along the dashboard. I screamed And panicked. Strop just slowed down and pulled over. Opened my door n jumped out. Strop had my beanie in his hand anD casually steered it towards me, i grabbed it with grandi...

kiwijims · kiwijims

Issued 3:39:00 PM AWST on Wednesday 20 June 2018The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)There is no change to the previous alertTime of issue: 03:39 PM Date of issue: 20 June 2018Bushfire ADVICE for western part of ORD RIVER in SHIRE OF HALLS CREEKA...

Darmc · Darmc

Hello all, we are planning to travel this road in June, towing an on road caravan. Alternately we could go to Cloncurry and back towards Charters Towers. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Safe travels Darmc FNQ

Possum3 · Possum3

https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/mazda-australia-pty-ltd-mazda-bt-50-4

kiwijims · kiwijims

Wildlife rangers have hauled a four-metre male crocodile out of a creek in Darwin Harbour, which wildlife experts say is a reminder to some who think large crocs are not in the waters around the city during the cooler dry season.http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-06-17/crocodile-nt-darwin-sal...

mezza56 · mezza56

has anyone with the 200 series lc had a lovells gvm upgrade , wondering if its a stiffer ride and if so how bad, we love the way it is std but would like to utilise the cars gcm better. our van "only" has an atm of 3260.

The Belmont Bear · The Belmont Bear

https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/fca-australia-pty-ltd-wk-jeep-grand-cherokee-tow-bar-kit

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

Now, you guys probably knew all this stuff before but it's new to me so I thought I'd post it to the "General" rather than the "Solar" forum because that's intended to be more technical whereas I think this calculator may appeal to the less technical. It won't be 100% accurate but I think, from personal o...

No eye deer · No eye deer

Hey peoples, Im attempting to secure the bottom of my annex, adjacent to a concrete slab.I need to attach the bottom D-Rings to some pegs. I am sure I've seen little rubber bands somewhere, but cant for the life of me find them now that I need them. I think they're about 5" long, and prolly made of silicon...

Gregs1 · Gregs1

Hello Everyone, I would appreciate hearing any recommendations of Caravan Repairer and Split System Air Conditioner Installer in the Wagga Wagga area. Preferably someone who has fitted one of these systems before.

JayDee · JayDee

I replaced my anode in our Suburban hot water system today. Just as well, as the anode was looking like one of those burnt out kids sparklers used at parties. Price of new anode a lot cheaper than a new hot water system. Have you checked yours lately. Just a thought. I check every year around this time. J...

Possum3 · Possum3

http://www.msn.com/en-au/news/world/actress-films-moment-tesla-model-s-catches-fire/ar-AAyKnDL?li=AAgfYrC&ocid=u218dhp

Legin · Legin

Howdy, just wondering if there is any Perth crew who may be interested in a trip to the Moto GP at Phillip Island, a leisurely cruise, I have a hilux set up for travelling, basic but comfy..probably leaving 5th October to have some fun at the BnS ball in Kellerberrin....and from there it's up to us. Also...

BOKO56 · BOKO56

hi Folks I'm a newbie to this site so I'm hoping some of you experienced Nomads can help me out. I have recently got a Jayco Starcraft outback 18 foor twin axle van weighing around 2.2 tonnes. The space I have to fit it into at home is so tight it makes it difficult to reverse it in, so i am considering buying...

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	Coffee lovers rejoice (Preview) Have just used our new hand operated espresso machine, great tasting coffee, and no power required. Our nanopresso machine is definately a gadget to have, viewable on the net at "Purplespoilz" although we got ours via Amazon. We got the model that uses ground coffee, and got a converter for nesspres...	iana	26	2025	03:36 PM Jun 22, 2018 by Cyclops
	So - which vehicle and van should to buy? (Preview) Gday... It is so unfortunate that reality is that one must actually purchase a van and vehicle BEFORE you can GENUINELY and ABSOLUTELY determine one is able to travel within the legal stated weights of vehicle and van. One cannot go to a yard and load all the accessories/additions/personal items etc...	rockylizard	11	1344	03:29 PM Jun 22, 2018 by Cyclops
	Composting Toilet (Preview) I have read that there are composting toilets (still need to be emptied every 4-6 weeks) and ones that use fire to burn off the waste. Just wondering if anybody has retrofitted either of these units to their van or RV and 1. was it difficult to do? 2. Is it worth the cost? and 3. Any pitfalls (ha ha) or proble...	HandyWalter	7	1037	09:46 AM Jun 22, 2018 by Grandad5
	redhill free camp south australia (Preview) Does anyone know if redhill S/A free camp is still open ? have looked on Wiki camps and it doesn't show up	FENCER	4	1047	10:46 PM Jun 21, 2018 by PeterD
	Is Monkey Mia worth it? (Preview) Hi, has anyone got any opinions about Monkey Mia...is it worth a trip? Any good at this time of year? Caravan parks, rest areas etc. Unfortunately can't go on unsealed roads Sandie	Riles96us	14	3006	07:36 PM Jun 21, 2018 by terrydel
	Hema Customer Care (Preview) Whatever you do dont break the mounting cradle for your navigator if youre a Hema HN6 owner. Hema have no stock and, because this is a discontinued model, they will no longer supply this part. Pretty incredible for mine, considering the original purchase cost, that after just 5 years they wont supply...	Itchyfeet Pete	9	1435	01:35 PM Jun 21, 2018 by Mike Harding
	Spider (Preview) strops is happily driving along the highway and a huge spider comes out a vent And starts walking along the dashboard. I screamed And panicked. Strop just slowed down and pulled over. Opened my door n jumped out. Strop had my beanie in his hand anD casually steered it towards me, i grabbed it with grandi...	the rocket	17	1626	12:38 PM Jun 21, 2018 by miroku12g
	Bushfire ADVICE for western part of ORD RIVER in SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK... (Preview) Issued 3:39:00 PM AWST on Wednesday 20 June 2018The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)There is no change to the previous alertTime of issue: 03:39 PM Date of issue: 20 June 2018Bushfire ADVICE for western part of ORD RIVER in SHIRE OF HALLS CREEKA...	kiwijims	0	455	11:50 AM Jun 21, 2018 by kiwijims
	Winton to Hughenden via Kennedy Developmental Rd (Preview) Hello all, we are planning to travel this road in June, towing an on road caravan. Alternately we could go to Cloncurry and back towards Charters Towers. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Safe travels Darmc FNQ	Darmc	16	6957	06:50 AM Jun 21, 2018 by Snippy
	Mazda BT50 recall (Preview) https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/mazda-australia-pty-ltd-mazda-bt-50-4	Possum3	1	1033	03:24 PM Jun 20, 2018 by Kebbin
	Rangers haul four-metre crocodile out of Darwin Harbour creek.... (Preview) Wildlife rangers have hauled a four-metre male crocodile out of a creek in Darwin Harbour, which wildlife experts say is a reminder to some who think large crocs are not in the waters around the city during the cooler dry season.http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-06-17/crocodile-nt-darwin-sal...	kiwijims	15	1446	10:17 AM Jun 20, 2018 by Treecrest
	gvm upgrade (Preview) has anyone with the 200 series lc had a lovells gvm upgrade , wondering if its a stiffer ride and if so how bad, we love the way it is std but would like to utilise the cars gcm better. our van "only" has an atm of 3260.	mezza56	3	1034	07:24 PM Jun 19, 2018 by The Celt
	Jeep Grand Cherokee Tow bar Recall (Preview) https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/fca-australia-pty-ltd-wk-jeep-grand-cherokee-tow-bar-kit	The Belmont Bear	17	2432	05:12 PM Jun 19, 2018 by The Belmont Bear
	Solar panel output calculator (Preview) Now, you guys probably knew all this stuff before but it's new to me so I thought I'd post it to the "General" rather than the "Solar" forum because that's intended to be more technical whereas I think this calculator may appeal to the less technical. It won't be 100% accurate but I think, from personal o...	Mike Harding	17	2098	04:14 PM Jun 19, 2018 by fwdoz
	Securing bottom of annex- little "rubber band" thingies. (Preview) Hey peoples, Im attempting to secure the bottom of my annex, adjacent to a concrete slab.I need to attach the bottom D-Rings to some pegs. I am sure I've seen little rubber bands somewhere, but cant for the life of me find them now that I need them. I think they're about 5" long, and prolly made of silicon...	No eye deer	18	6376	02:46 PM Jun 19, 2018 by Bluey W
	recomendations of Caravan Repairer and Split System AirConditioner Installer in the Wagga Wagga area. (Preview) Hello Everyone, I would appreciate hearing any recommendations of Caravan Repairer and Split System Air Conditioner Installer in the Wagga Wagga area. Preferably someone who has fitted one of these systems before.	Gregs1	3	751	09:25 AM Jun 19, 2018 by Gregs1
	Have you checked your Anode in HWS (Preview) I replaced my anode in our Suburban hot water system today. Just as well, as the anode was looking like one of those burnt out kids sparklers used at parties. Price of new anode a lot cheaper than a new hot water system. Have you checked yours lately. Just a thought. I check every year around this time. J...	JayDee	10	1376	04:51 PM Jun 18, 2018 by Dougwe
	Don't think I'll get one yet. (Preview) http://www.msn.com/en-au/news/world/actress-films-moment-tesla-model-s-catches-fire/ar-AAyKnDL?li=AAgfYrC&ocid=u218dhp	Possum3	2	1354	02:15 PM Jun 18, 2018 by Hewy54
	MOTO GP 2018 October 26th from Mandurah WA (Preview) Howdy, just wondering if there is any Perth crew who may be interested in a trip to the Moto GP at Phillip Island, a leisurely cruise, I have a hilux set up for travelling, basic but comfy..probably leaving 5th October to have some fun at the BnS ball in Kellerberrin....and from there it's up to us. Also...	Legin	1	775	01:17 PM Jun 18, 2018 by Nurzo
	Van Movers (Preview) hi Folks I'm a newbie to this site so I'm hoping some of you experienced Nomads can help me out. I have recently got a Jayco Starcraft outback 18 foor twin axle van weighing around 2.2 tonnes. The space I have to fit it into at home is so tight it makes it difficult to reverse it in, so i am considering buying...	BOKO56	15	2397	11:44 PM Jun 17, 2018 by BOKO56
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