The Grey Nomads - General

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...

AmandaJayne · AmandaJayne

We're heading towards Victor Harbour SA for a slow stroll around the coast :) The past few days we've been relaxing at Tailem Bend, I found it to be a nice town and the bakery there is to die for.... hubby enjoys trying the bakeries and we've put there in the top ten we've found so far... so if your ever there...

Dougwe · Dougwe

Howdy, Well today is not really a good day as it is the 2nd anniversary of loosing my dear Margaret to cancer. I am with my eldest daughter, son in-law and two grand children in Townsville after arriving late afternnoon Saturday so my mind is occupied with happy thoughts as well. Now, I spent the last w...

Trish Miller · Trish Miller

Hello all, We were travelling across the nulubor from South Australia to Western Australia on Tuesday when our car and caravan rolled. We have survived the accident with some injuries but happy to be here to talk about it. The insurance company are making a decision this week to see if both are writte...

Wombat 280 · Wombat 280

The old chestnut has come to the surface again so I contacted my local pollie to express concerns at the cost of Van and MH rego in NSW and to see what their thoughts were on the subject. Not unexpected I got the "Blame the other guy response" I think now is the time for all NSW Van and MH owner...

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	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	678	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	718	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	1482	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	823	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	855	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	1305	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	868	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	2212	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	2502	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	903	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	1814	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	3530	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	6885	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	1700	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	1043	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	854	04:00 PM May 27, 2013 by beachball57
	Victor Harbour (Preview) We're heading towards Victor Harbour SA for a slow stroll around the coast :) The past few days we've been relaxing at Tailem Bend, I found it to be a nice town and the bakery there is to die for.... hubby enjoys trying the bakeries and we've put there in the top ten we've found so far... so if your ever there...	AmandaJayne	4	726	06:03 AM May 27, 2013 by nomadic1
	UPDATE 26/5/13 (Preview) Howdy, Well today is not really a good day as it is the 2nd anniversary of loosing my dear Margaret to cancer. I am with my eldest daughter, son in-law and two grand children in Townsville after arriving late afternnoon Saturday so my mind is occupied with happy thoughts as well. Now, I spent the last w...	Dougwe	10	1128	04:39 AM May 27, 2013 by pauline
	Car and Caravan accident. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hello all, We were travelling across the nulubor from South Australia to Western Australia on Tuesday when our car and caravan rolled. We have survived the accident with some injuries but happy to be here to talk about it. The insurance company are making a decision this week to see if both are writte...	Trish Miller	43	3106	01:41 AM May 27, 2013 by jetj
	Van & MH rego NSW (Preview) The old chestnut has come to the surface again so I contacted my local pollie to express concerns at the cost of Van and MH rego in NSW and to see what their thoughts were on the subject. Not unexpected I got the "Blame the other guy response" I think now is the time for all NSW Van and MH owner...	Wombat 280	21	1545	12:22 AM May 27, 2013 by Wombat 280
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