The Grey Nomads - General

Beth54 · Beth54

I've spoken about the Gatton-Clifton Road before, but I thought I'd make it a topic. It's a much easier route if you want to come to the eastern side of the range, without using the Pacific Hwy etc. There's also the Esk-Hampton Road, but I haven't been that way for along time, and not with the van, so I ca...

oz_in_nz · oz_in_nz

Good morning everyone and especially to Dougwe who is currently in my home town! I am looking for a reasonably priced auto electrician in the Newcastle region to install electric brakes on my Kia Sportage. I have been quoted around $400 and wonder if that is a fair price. Can anyone answer my question,...

buffy61 · buffy61

Well we move out of our rented apartment on 20th June!! Wow...that went fast! Will be moving into caravan which is residing at a friends house. Will live in van for about 5 weeks before we finish our jobs and head to NZ for a visit and then we are off!! God knows where at this stage!!! Selling stuff as we can o...

gillyb · gillyb

Hi everyone long time no see, I thought it was time I got back on here and caught up on what everyone is up to and I discovered that Rocket and Strop are having a catch up at 'Scoopy's" on Bribie this coming Wednesday (29th) at 10am. I have just moved to Bribie Island from Victoria after a lot of soul...

kandagal · kandagal

firstly thanks to everyone for your good wishes. support, even though just nice words on the computer screen do help, especially from friends. and yes we are sore this morning, i'm walking around like an old lady - lol oh I forget I am one. the policeman who attended said we were lucky to be in a Suzuki...

Helena · Helena

Hi Everyone, Still looking for a Toyota campervan found one on the net exactly what we wanted and wouldn't you know it, it had already been sold, to top it off I now have a chest infection so that has halted things for a while never mind we will get there with it and be back on the road soon hopefully. Ha...

Wild1 · Wild1

Hi all, In this chilly weather I was contemplating how to make a warming roast when I don't have an oven in the MH - so I though I could take my cast iron dutch oven that takes about 3-4 litres, put a wire trivet in the bottom and then place the meat & veg on that and cook it on the stove top on a low heat. Ditt...

Helena · Helena

HI Guys, As you know we are looking for a Toyota campervan there doesn't seem to be much around S.A. where we live and wondered if anyone had, had any experience of buying interstate if so how would this work as I don't think I would like to buy without seeing first and would also like to have a RAA or eq...

jetj · jetj

There seems to be quite a few different mounts for solar panels. Has anyone used a product that they would recommend. Appreciate any advice. Thanks

Wild1 · Wild1

A further investigation into alternate ways to cook a roast - has anyone used their motor while traveling to reheat or cook food - I've heated chicken in foil in this way, it would only suit solid food if using foil or baking bags - might see if I can successfully cook a meal while in transit, a variation of...

D and D · D and D

Hi there, Dave & Di, we've just joined up after lurking for a while. Just ordered the new van, house is going on the market soon (let's hope it sells before the van is ready for pick up) and then the tug has to be ordered and delivered and modified and all the rest of the stuff we've read about while lurk...

FENCER · FENCER

Having recently purchased a gps tracking device for our new van. I would be interested hear from enyone as to the best location to fix it. I have also got a hard wiring kit for same

Kiwi-as · Kiwi-as

Well you would'nt read about it, 70km from Camooweal and 50km across the border into Northern Territory the water pump on the cruiser packs a sad. No cell phone coverage, Sat phone can not be used for 1800 numbers it appears. A passing motorist took me to a police station to ring RACQ. Result, Cruiser o...

Kiwial · Kiwial

Hello all We are planning to hit the road in a couple of years and now starting to look at a caravan. we want to have something soon to hit the road for some short trips etc to get comfortable with things. The advice I am looking for is what are the good brand to consider. we want to spend a couple of years doi...

jimanjen · jimanjen

This has probably been asked before...but....what is the general consensus of all you diesel heads on the best quality diesel available in Australia?...I wanna give our old engine every chance to perform at her best, and need input and thoughts on what you have all experienced. Toyota 2.8 mechanic...

EB · EB

Hi, am from FNQ and holidaying in Victoria. Van is 19.6' and has an roof heater which is fine most of the time. On really cold day need something else as the cold comes up through the floor. Never use a heater in FNQ and would like any suggestions on what to purchase or to do. thanks!

my van · my van

I am thinking of buying walls for the roll out awning ( a 13 ft caravan , awning is about 10 ft long ) what to buy vinyl , or other I see a lot of vinyl ones about then other campers use a different type. Some people have a door in the end of the awning , others have a door way in the long side . I beleive th...

Cowboy7307 · Cowboy7307

My Dr wants me to have a MRI scan done on my hip and medi care does not cover it , not a problem i think, i have private cover with extras , phone them up to find out if i'am covered ,sorry your not covered for this, only if your in hospital for out of pocket expences then why do you give me hearing aids ,when iam...

Dougwe · Dougwe

Yep I arrived after 6 hours of driving and here I am where I left off around a month ago. I am settled in at my daughters free camp in the back yard and ready to rest up for a couple of days for a start. I was greeted at the front front gate by the two grand children so what a good start. If anyone is around just yell...

beachball57 · beachball57

well i guess some of you will know that we have had a "bit of bad luck" of late, mostly caused by other people,, well the thought of selling up and heading off has been put on hold for a few years yet, but as the song goes I get knocked down but i get back up again....anyway have always had this desir...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Avoiding the Toowoomba Range Qld (Preview) I've spoken about the Gatton-Clifton Road before, but I thought I'd make it a topic. It's a much easier route if you want to come to the eastern side of the range, without using the Pacific Hwy etc. There's also the Esk-Hampton Road, but I haven't been that way for along time, and not with the van, so I ca...	Beth54	11	5051	01:45 AM May 29, 2013 by Beth54
	Electric brakes (Preview) Good morning everyone and especially to Dougwe who is currently in my home town! I am looking for a reasonably priced auto electrician in the Newcastle region to install electric brakes on my Kia Sportage. I have been quoted around $400 and wonder if that is a fair price. Can anyone answer my question,...	oz_in_nz	6	768	01:22 AM May 29, 2013 by 03_troopy
	Not long to go... scary!!! (Preview) Well we move out of our rented apartment on 20th June!! Wow...that went fast! Will be moving into caravan which is residing at a friends house. Will live in van for about 5 weeks before we finish our jobs and head to NZ for a visit and then we are off!! God knows where at this stage!!! Selling stuff as we can o...	buffy61	8	810	01:03 AM May 29, 2013 by Dunmowin
	Bribie Island catch up (Preview) Hi everyone long time no see, I thought it was time I got back on here and caught up on what everyone is up to and I discovered that Rocket and Strop are having a catch up at 'Scoopy's" on Bribie this coming Wednesday (29th) at 10am. I have just moved to Bribie Island from Victoria after a lot of soul...	gillyb	13	2026	10:46 PM May 28, 2013 by gillyb
	the morning after (Preview) firstly thanks to everyone for your good wishes. support, even though just nice words on the computer screen do help, especially from friends. and yes we are sore this morning, i'm walking around like an old lady - lol oh I forget I am one. the policeman who attended said we were lucky to be in a Suzuki...	kandagal	1	642	06:52 PM May 28, 2013 by scottynbulldog
	still looking (Preview) Hi Everyone, Still looking for a Toyota campervan found one on the net exactly what we wanted and wouldn't you know it, it had already been sold, to top it off I now have a chest infection so that has halted things for a while never mind we will get there with it and be back on the road soon hopefully. Ha...	Helena	8	681	05:35 PM May 28, 2013 by Gerty Dancer
	Dutch Ovens (Preview) Hi all, In this chilly weather I was contemplating how to make a warming roast when I don't have an oven in the MH - so I though I could take my cast iron dutch oven that takes about 3-4 litres, put a wire trivet in the bottom and then place the meat & veg on that and cook it on the stove top on a low heat. Ditt...	Wild1	14	1382	03:29 PM May 28, 2013 by Willow
	interstate (Preview) HI Guys, As you know we are looking for a Toyota campervan there doesn't seem to be much around S.A. where we live and wondered if anyone had, had any experience of buying interstate if so how would this work as I don't think I would like to buy without seeing first and would also like to have a RAA or eq...	Helena	6	778	03:27 PM May 28, 2013 by beachball57
	Tips or advice for mounts to mount solar panels on the vehicle roof. (Preview) There seems to be quite a few different mounts for solar panels. Has anyone used a product that they would recommend. Appreciate any advice. Thanks	jetj	9	812	03:05 PM May 28, 2013 by Scotty01
	Meals on Wheels (Preview) A further investigation into alternate ways to cook a roast - has anyone used their motor while traveling to reheat or cook food - I've heated chicken in foil in this way, it would only suit solid food if using foil or baking bags - might see if I can successfully cook a meal while in transit, a variation of...	Wild1	7	1253	06:22 AM May 28, 2013 by jetj
	Just joined (Preview) Hi there, Dave & Di, we've just joined up after lurking for a while. Just ordered the new van, house is going on the market soon (let's hope it sells before the van is ready for pick up) and then the tug has to be ordered and delivered and modified and all the rest of the stuff we've read about while lurk...	D and D	11	821	10:42 PM May 27, 2013 by Duh
	GPS Tracker (Preview) Having recently purchased a gps tracking device for our new van. I would be interested hear from enyone as to the best location to fix it. I have also got a hard wiring kit for same	FENCER	15	2120	04:43 AM May 28, 2013 by Grams
	Kiwi's hobbled again. (Preview) Well you would'nt read about it, 70km from Camooweal and 50km across the border into Northern Territory the water pump on the cruiser packs a sad. No cell phone coverage, Sat phone can not be used for 1800 numbers it appears. A passing motorist took me to a police station to ring RACQ. Result, Cruiser o...	Kiwi-as	27	2414	03:13 AM May 28, 2013 by kiwi rainbow
	Soon to be grey nomads (Preview) Hello all We are planning to hit the road in a couple of years and now starting to look at a caravan. we want to have something soon to hit the road for some short trips etc to get comfortable with things. The advice I am looking for is what are the good brand to consider. we want to spend a couple of years doi...	Kiwial	6	861	03:08 AM May 28, 2013 by leevin
	Oils aint Oils for Oilers (Preview) This has probably been asked before...but....what is the general consensus of all you diesel heads on the best quality diesel available in Australia?...I wanna give our old engine every chance to perform at her best, and need input and thoughts on what you have all experienced. Toyota 2.8 mechanic...	jimanjen	12	1730	02:00 AM May 28, 2013 by Roadstogo
	Heating for Caravan (Preview) Hi, am from FNQ and holidaying in Victoria. Van is 19.6' and has an roof heater which is fine most of the time. On really cold day need something else as the cold comes up through the floor. Never use a heater in FNQ and would like any suggestions on what to purchase or to do. thanks!	EB	17	3414	11:49 PM May 27, 2013 by GarrynLyn
	Caravan awning (Preview) I am thinking of buying walls for the roll out awning ( a 13 ft caravan , awning is about 10 ft long ) what to buy vinyl , or other I see a lot of vinyl ones about then other campers use a different type. Some people have a door in the end of the awning , others have a door way in the long side . I beleive th...	my van	15	6770	05:39 PM May 27, 2013 by Cupie
	Private medical cover (Preview) My Dr wants me to have a MRI scan done on my hip and medi care does not cover it , not a problem i think, i have private cover with extras , phone them up to find out if i'am covered ,sorry your not covered for this, only if your in hospital for out of pocket expences then why do you give me hearing aids ,when iam...	Cowboy7307	26	1629	10:21 AM May 27, 2013 by Cupie
	I HAVE ARRIVED IN TOWNSVILLE (Preview) Yep I arrived after 6 hours of driving and here I am where I left off around a month ago. I am settled in at my daughters free camp in the back yard and ready to rest up for a couple of days for a start. I was greeted at the front front gate by the two grand children so what a good start. If anyone is around just yell...	Dougwe	11	1000	04:08 PM May 27, 2013 by Dougwe
	the 4 points (Preview) well i guess some of you will know that we have had a "bit of bad luck" of late, mostly caused by other people,, well the thought of selling up and heading off has been put on hold for a few years yet, but as the song goes I get knocked down but i get back up again....anyway have always had this desir...	beachball57	6	766	04:00 PM May 27, 2013 by beachball57
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