The Grey Nomads - General

jrk36 · jrk36

I've recently purchased a used 23ft dual-axle caravan for $38K from a long established dealer in the east of Perth. The good news is that I had it inspected prior to purchase and it received an A1 rating, with nothing requiring attention. However, to say the dealer was rubbish is an understatement! He...

kiwijims · kiwijims

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-11-11/fire-blazes-around-tennant-creek-threatens-cattle-station/6931802

Swoffer · Swoffer

I know this is probably one of those oft asked questions but I thought it worth asking again as these things often change . So the big fiscal question is " is Wikicamps worth the whole $8 they want for it" ? Cheers Al -- Edited by Swoffer on Thursday 12th of November 2015 11:01:47 AM

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Yes Yes YES. Out the window go's our wish list. Will have to down size that, too treat ourselfves to cheaper Tuesday at the movies next week. Oh four numbers again =$23.15 I give up.

meetoo · meetoo

My sullage hose has for the first time after many years gotten really stinky, and I mean STINKY!. It is one of the black ribbed types. Hot water and some cleaners down the sink haven't really helped. It sat in rolled up in the boot for a week, and now the boot pongs too. soapy water and glen 20 made only a smal...

jrk36 · jrk36

Does anyone know if there is a company in Perth that rents out vehicles with towbars to tow 1800kg van short distances around Perth? I know there are a few rental Utes around with towbars, but not sure if they are for anything more than a box trailer. Thank you, John K

JayDee · JayDee

I am sure that like me you have noticed the enormous amount of advertising that the car industry is throwing at us re price and their extended warranties. Back in 2000 a new Nissan Pulsar was $19990. Today similar or perhaps even better vehicles are selling for around the same price. One can only hope th...

Lonerider · Lonerider

Hi, well, its been a long time since being here, but I am finally getting my Hino RH160. Picking it up in Adelaide and driving to the Gold Coast. My question is, what is the best and quickest route, as I am time limited for the present. I will be driving alone, so will need rest breaks. Also, have never drive...

keiron · keiron

I tried to list this in the "techies" corner, but could not get in, I expect (???????) sorry. I am wanting to remove the existing water tank from under my van, clean it and re-fit it along with a second tank. Being on the "Nomad" side 0f 60+, and not as agile as I once was, I am hoping t...

Santa · Santa

Had to happen, this from Nine news. An insurance firm has called for older drivers to be given "S plates" in a bid to restrict the movements of elderly motorists. The suggestion comes as it was revealed fifty older Victorian drivers had died behind the wheels of moving vehicles with their...

Cowboy7307 · Cowboy7307

We are heading up to the mainland end of Feb for a month, going up to Robinvale and then back down towards Adelaide In Tassie we don't have to cover our self for Ambulance and neither does any one coming down on holiday, but we have been told we will ,or would be better to up on the big island,Is there one cove...

PeterD · PeterD

There is another park going through its death knell. There is an announcement in the local rag - Central Coast Gosford Express Advocate that Dunleith is up for grabs. Knowing out local council (liberal party run) the site will end up with an overbearing edifice on the site.

erad · erad

Newbie here - I asked the question in the introductions section, but got no answers, Maybe here??? I am looking to replace our 1999 Jayco poptop with a new one. The big issue is that I have 2.3 m clearance to get into my shed. Therefore I need either a 2.25 m max towing height caravan, or some other way (not...

Young Simmo · Young Simmo

Being a long term C/park resident (16 years), I have noticed a 1,000 different types of TV antenna floating around. I am still using my $99 Dick Smith's cheapy, and it is 10 to 20 years old and gets all of the 22 TV and Radio channels perfectly. What are people getting that I am not getting? Excluding D...

Young Simmo · Young Simmo

If this is a dumb question, or in the wrong section I apologise. I was thinking about using my Laptop on the car battery. But on looking at the transformer for using 240 Volt, I notice it has an output of 19 Volts. It is an ASUS 18 1/2 inch Laptop. Question, is there an easy way around this hassel, as built in b...

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

I think I will change my Avtar too................( Just ask Jim)..............What do the rest of you think/??????????????? Just Ask Jim

meetoo · meetoo

Hi all. Any one have an Aircommand Ibis 3 rooftop airconditioner? Wondering if these are any good or is there a better aircon. For a 19'6" internal van. Don't get on greatly with the real hot so want to get a reasonably decent unit. Cheers John

Weevil · Weevil

I don't know about the other states RAC or NRMA etc, but was in the RAC shop today where they had the 2014 free guides on the shelves. When I asked when the 2015 ones were going to be available I was told they were not printing them anymore. I did notice a big range of commercial guides on the shelves, inclu...

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi all, We saw a new offering from Optus today. If you have an existing Smart phone, it can now fit into an Optus case that fits in your hand That turns into a FULL SAT Phone for $15 per month = $180 per year call any where any time. It been advertised on the TV this afternoon. great for outback travel and the...

deverall11 · deverall11

I think we should be able to have a discussion regarding issues such as raising a petition on things that can adverse effect financially without it be labelled political. It's a means of bouncing ideas without necesserally having a political overtone. Larry

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Useless Caravan Dealer (Preview) I've recently purchased a used 23ft dual-axle caravan for $38K from a long established dealer in the east of Perth. The good news is that I had it inspected prior to purchase and it received an A1 rating, with nothing requiring attention. However, to say the dealer was rubbish is an understatement! He...	jrk36	9	3048	10:21 PM Nov 13, 2015 by villatranquilla
	Fire blazes around Tennant Creek and threatens local cattle station (Preview) http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-11-11/fire-blazes-around-tennant-creek-threatens-cattle-station/6931802	kiwijims	1	666	09:34 PM Nov 13, 2015 by The Doo crew
	Wikicamps ? (Preview) I know this is probably one of those oft asked questions but I thought it worth asking again as these things often change . So the big fiscal question is " is Wikicamps worth the whole $8 they want for it" ? Cheers Al -- Edited by Swoffer on Thursday 12th of November 2015 11:01:47 AM	Swoffer	21	1442	04:13 PM Nov 13, 2015 by exa41
	What to do with our OZ LOTTO Win (Preview) Yes Yes YES. Out the window go's our wish list. Will have to down size that, too treat ourselfves to cheaper Tuesday at the movies next week. Oh four numbers again =$23.15 I give up.	Hey Jim	25	3020	03:03 PM Nov 13, 2015 by kiwijims
	Stinky sullage hose (Preview) My sullage hose has for the first time after many years gotten really stinky, and I mean STINKY!. It is one of the black ribbed types. Hot water and some cleaners down the sink haven't really helped. It sat in rolled up in the boot for a week, and now the boot pongs too. soapy water and glen 20 made only a smal...	meetoo	17	2067	12:21 AM Nov 13, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	Perth vehicle hire with towbar? (Preview) Does anyone know if there is a company in Perth that rents out vehicles with towbars to tow 1800kg van short distances around Perth? I know there are a few rental Utes around with towbars, but not sure if they are for anything more than a box trailer. Thank you, John K	jrk36	5	1777	10:53 PM Nov 12, 2015 by hako
	Price of Cars V Caravans (Preview) I am sure that like me you have noticed the enormous amount of advertising that the car industry is throwing at us re price and their extended warranties. Back in 2000 a new Nissan Pulsar was $19990. Today similar or perhaps even better vehicles are selling for around the same price. One can only hope th...	JayDee	2	935	07:27 PM Nov 12, 2015 by Wombat 280
	Best route Adelaide to Gold Coast (Preview) Hi, well, its been a long time since being here, but I am finally getting my Hino RH160. Picking it up in Adelaide and driving to the Gold Coast. My question is, what is the best and quickest route, as I am time limited for the present. I will be driving alone, so will need rest breaks. Also, have never drive...	Lonerider	8	6436	04:26 PM Nov 12, 2015 by Mobi Condo
	Removing water tanks (Preview) I tried to list this in the "techies" corner, but could not get in, I expect (???????) sorry. I am wanting to remove the existing water tank from under my van, clean it and re-fit it along with a second tank. Being on the "Nomad" side 0f 60+, and not as agile as I once was, I am hoping t...	keiron	9	1191	01:06 AM Nov 12, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	'S-plate' style restrictions to be placed on elderly drivers. (Preview) Had to happen, this from Nine news. An insurance firm has called for older drivers to be given "S plates" in a bid to restrict the movements of elderly motorists. The suggestion comes as it was revealed fifty older Victorian drivers had died behind the wheels of moving vehicles with their...	Santa	19	1552	12:36 AM Nov 12, 2015 by Joe50
	Ambulance cover (Preview) We are heading up to the mainland end of Feb for a month, going up to Robinvale and then back down towards Adelaide In Tassie we don't have to cover our self for Ambulance and neither does any one coming down on holiday, but we have been told we will ,or would be better to up on the big island,Is there one cove...	Cowboy7307	12	2189	11:43 PM Nov 11, 2015 by msg
	Dunleith Caravan Park - another one on the way out. (Preview) There is another park going through its death knell. There is an announcement in the local rag - Central Coast Gosford Express Advocate that Dunleith is up for grabs. Knowing out local council (liberal party run) the site will end up with an overbearing edifice on the site.	PeterD	1	852	10:31 PM Nov 11, 2015 by meggsy
	Custom built poptop caravan (Preview) Newbie here - I asked the question in the introductions section, but got no answers, Maybe here??? I am looking to replace our 1999 Jayco poptop with a new one. The big issue is that I have 2.3 m clearance to get into my shed. Therefore I need either a 2.25 m max towing height caravan, or some other way (not...	erad	8	1848	09:33 PM Nov 11, 2015 by erad
	TV Antennas, Yes, No, Maybe. (Preview) Being a long term C/park resident (16 years), I have noticed a 1,000 different types of TV antenna floating around. I am still using my $99 Dick Smith's cheapy, and it is 10 to 20 years old and gets all of the 22 TV and Radio channels perfectly. What are people getting that I am not getting? Excluding D...	Young Simmo	14	1587	04:35 PM Nov 11, 2015 by HiAce98
	I have to ask. (Preview) If this is a dumb question, or in the wrong section I apologise. I was thinking about using my Laptop on the car battery. But on looking at the transformer for using 240 Volt, I notice it has an output of 19 Volts. It is an ASUS 18 1/2 inch Laptop. Question, is there an easy way around this hassel, as built in b...	Young Simmo	22	1895	04:25 PM Nov 11, 2015 by HiAce98
	Change of Name (Preview) I think I will change my Avtar too................( Just ask Jim)..............What do the rest of you think/??????????????? Just Ask Jim	Hey Jim	8	1263	07:21 AM Nov 11, 2015 by sandsmere
	Ibis 3 Aircon - any good? (Preview) Hi all. Any one have an Aircommand Ibis 3 rooftop airconditioner? Wondering if these are any good or is there a better aircon. For a 19'6" internal van. Don't get on greatly with the real hot so want to get a reasonably decent unit. Cheers John	meetoo	4	978	01:30 AM Nov 11, 2015 by meetoo
	RAC Accomodation and Touring Guides No Longer Available at RAC WA (Preview) I don't know about the other states RAC or NRMA etc, but was in the RAC shop today where they had the 2014 free guides on the shelves. When I asked when the 2015 ones were going to be available I was told they were not printing them anymore. I did notice a big range of commercial guides on the shelves, inclu...	Weevil	2	833	11:46 PM Nov 10, 2015 by Weevil
	Smart Phone now coverts into a full Sat Phone. Read On. (Preview) Hi all, We saw a new offering from Optus today. If you have an existing Smart phone, it can now fit into an Optus case that fits in your hand That turns into a FULL SAT Phone for $15 per month = $180 per year call any where any time. It been advertised on the TV this afternoon. great for outback travel and the...	Hey Jim	4	1166	08:20 PM Nov 10, 2015 by Baz421
	Petition for things like GST (closed) (Preview) I think we should be able to have a discussion regarding issues such as raising a petition on things that can adverse effect financially without it be labelled political. It's a means of bouncing ideas without necesserally having a political overtone. Larry	deverall11	3	986	04:31 PM Nov 10, 2015 by Webmaster
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