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Winnebago's
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Re the story on the web site about Winnebago Australia having to change their name to Avida. All these years whenever we saw a Winnebago we would think... "Another American import", we didnt consider purchasing one for that reason! I suppose everybody else knew they were Australi...
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solar panels
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hi all, has anyone used those flat, flexable solar panels that i see getting around these days, apparently they can be rolled up when not in use,,,i was thinking of using them on the roof of my hi lux escort vechile as they wouldn't obstruct the wide load sign or the lights,,, just wondering if anyone has...
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New Nomad
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Hello all, found this forum when I was looking for something entirely different. Looks like I have stumbled onto a wealth of knowledge and experience.  I have spent the last winter building my self a sort of camper/work trailer and fitting out my tow vehilce as the bedroom/office. Wi...
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Bike rack
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Hello Everyone, Jude here, have a query regarding bike racks we would like to take our bikes on our trips away, they are only short trips at the minute but looking ahead for much larger trips. We would like something for 2 bikes, something legal and something cheap, can anyone here help out with inform...
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Reversing the van
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I hate reversing, especially into a tight spot !!!! Been to the Tow-ed course, and I CAN do it, but I HATE it !! I do anything to avoid it, especially when we get home, and its got to get in the gate, and there's no avoiding that. I reckon next time, I'll bring it in the middle of the night, when there's no traff...
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Casino Big4 update
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(I've put this under a new subject so that it's not lost in the previous thread.) I had a call today from Rachel at the Casino Big4 - I'd sent them feedback via their web site - offering an apology for the receptionist's attitude to us yesterday. She explained that the dump point had been a public one until...
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one more thing to add to the list
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apparently I have lept from my first childhood into my second childhood with out a great deal of time inbetween have now found something else to stir my interest apart from kite flying, land sailing, sailing radio control model boats and so on and so on.. I have now discovered gravity racing, which in...
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pension
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Hi all well i got my pension rise $20 a fortnight i am rich maybe not by the time every thing goes up might get a couple cents out of it HA HA
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Repair for awning
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Not sure if this is in the right spot but here I go. I have aslight tear(not all the way through) on my awning. Seems to be just the top layer. Is there a repair kit available or any suggestions please before it gets worse?
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COUPLE TRAVELLING ON AN OLD AGE PENSION IS IT POSIBLE
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HELLO ONCE AGAIN MY FRIENDS. MY WIFE AND I ARE RETIRING NEXT YEAR IN MARCH. JUST WONDERING WHETHER WE COULD TRAVEL ON THE AGED PENSION. WE PLAN TO FREE CAMP 2-3 NIGHTS THEN CARAVAN PARK 2-3 NIGHTS LEAP FROGGING AROUND OUR FABULOUS COUNTRYWE HAVE A CUB SPACEVAN AND OUR TOW VEHICLE IS A FORD TERRITORY GHIA...
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Branded port solar panel
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I just bought on " eSold " a 170w Bosch portable solar panel with 20w mppt controller for $299,,they also have a Sharp 120w panel,,,just thought i would let you know as i have never seen branded portable panels for sale before
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new to forum
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hi to everyone,my name is ray and my wifes name is margaret,up until now i have been a"back-bencher" and have enjoyed reading members comments/suggestions'we are recently retired and are looking forward to travelling this wide wonderful country.our tug is a 2010 colorado4x4 diesel a...
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ALL phone numbers go PUBLIC
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ALL phone numbers go PUBLIC REMEMBER: Mobile Phone Numbers Go Public next month. REMINDER all mobile phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies and you will start to receive sale calls. YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THESE CA...
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Forget the Casino Big4!
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Went to the Casino RV Village today after being told that the dump point at the Casino Showgrounds was too boggy. Character with grin on his face said 'No, it's not a public dump point. No, CMCA members can't dump, you have to book in for a night - $35!!** - to use the dump point. Yes, the showground dump poi...
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Van Tec
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Does any one have or recomend we have the new van protected with Vantec? i am reluctent due to being inthe car panel beating we had a thing cauld Ming Finnish but all it was was a expensive polish a good polish but very expensive. She who must be obayed would like it done @ a cost of $1500 so not cheep any comen...
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coaster for sale
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saw this on a facebook page Hi I have for sale a 1982 Toyota Coaster Campervan/Motorhome. 3.2 litre diesel with 5 speed box. heaps of storage, 2 single beds, fridge/freezer, microwave, 2 deep cell batteries, water-proof awning (easy to set up), Bull-bar with new spare tyre and pole carriers mounted...
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Car lost its caravan
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Be very careful coming through Biggenden on the Maryborough to the Isis Hwy. The corner just outside J & J Motors (RACQ). A vehicle lost its caravan there this morning. There is quite a dip as you enter the intersection. I have seen cars bottom out in it. Was walking over to Aus Post at the time, heard...
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Lightning Ridge
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Hi all Was thinking about a trip out to Lightning Ridge was told by one information Centre that it was a bit rough, but other people say it's not bad can any one shed some light on the subject, Caravan Parks, Free Camping etc. Thanks. John
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"Start a New Topic"
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Got a surprise when I opened the "Start a new topic" window... my post of 6 weeks ago was still there! Does this happen for anybody else? Having deleted it, all seems well.
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Discount on your Telstra Bills
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I expect that there are lots of ex-PMG/Telecom/Telstra employees amongst The Grey Nomad Community. For them it seems that the company has not completely forgotten you & has belatedly established a "Telstra Alumni". Amongst its offerings is a 10% discount on many Telstra bills. li...
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