The Grey Nomads - General

patrolst · patrolst

After the service is done and van is part way ready to roll, what do people do to check their appliances? 1. Fridge to make sure it operates on all 3 functions i.e.:- Gas, Battery, 240vlt's 2. Air-conditioning i.e. :- Running & Cleaning. 3. Heater i.e.:- 240vlt's, Diesel.

petengail · petengail

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-11/cyclone-narelle-update/4461702

johnq · johnq

"SHOPPERS are wasting tens of millions of dollars buying extended warranties for goods that are already covered for free under little-known federal consumer laws. South Australian Consumer Affairs Commissioner Paul White said in many cases it was pointless to pay for extended warranties...

lilly31 · lilly31

Just went for a drive seem to be lot of campers here already They have open the river side camping grounds today one day early then normal I get so excited when i see all the camper rock in i want to be one off them ..But this year i still have house to stay in while i pack it up ..Maybe next year i be down ther...

Gerty Dancer · Gerty Dancer

Our area is in a catastrophic fire danger area for tomorrow, I've just contacted the local firies to ask where should we go? They answered promptly, (The local RSL club is considered safe) but I'm surprised such information isnt available on their web-site as it takes up their time answering people...

jules47 · jules47

Are there gremlins on line tonight? Posts not showing up - ie in "General" says last post at 7.55pm by Kantiki - but it is not in the body of the forum at all?????????? Anyone else got the problem???

musketeer · musketeer

we are here in bellingen and have just read an article on rose,s park thora nsw ,the caravan park at dorrigo has been complaining of the use of this park for free camping and have lodged a complaint with bellingen council.the caravan park has stated that they are worried about the misuse of the area with...

Dougwe · Dougwe

Well, the big 12v re-wire job is now finished, well, all that is left is for me to tidy up the cables etc, repack the Avan and all done and dusted. I am very happy too, I have had the 120w Solar Panel hooked up all day yesterday and today and getting 13-14v readings when tested. The double 12v sockets inside...

petengail · petengail

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-11/an-cyclone-narelle/4460288

brickies · brickies

There appears to be sever trouble through with entry through the front I am sure Cindy is onto it

petengail · petengail

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-08/australia-records-hottest-ever-day/4457164

ColB · ColB

Hi all. Got a question about greenslips in NSW. Who would be the best one to go with? Also is cheaper better? Some recommendations would be appreciated thanks. Col

buffy61 · buffy61

*groan*!!!! Time to start getting rid of possessions! Have listed about 20 items on gumtree! What a tedious job! Anyone got any clever ideas on how to declutter! Family all in NZ so can't give much away! Bought all our possessions over when we came to live 2 yrs ago and now have to get rid of stuff. P...

al · al

Hi All :) I have to store my van for a couple of months!!! It usually does not stay stationary for that long always on the move some where. My question is is it necessary to jack up tyres to keep weight off them to stop flat spots. Thanks for any responses AL

Mr Red · Mr Red

Hi Guys, Does any one use this operating system on their computers,if so what do think of it against Windows. I know it is close to Mac operating system, i am after opinions, might change over. Thanks John

RodLainie · RodLainie

Warning for everyone - We have Marine/RV deep cycle acid batteries in our caravan situated in the front boot. During the night they have been charging up but little did we know that they were giving off Sulpuric Acid fumes which was seeping into our bedroom right at our bed head. Hence we have been breat...

Sol · Sol

Just found this awesome site when looking for info on the Transcool Air Coolers. We (Jen and Sol) are not quite Grey Nomads yet, but are working on it: Tully is our home town and we do heaps of camping with our Vista RV Crossover whenever possible. Look forward to enjoying the chat with all you guys and...

Boothie · Boothie

I think I need to post this because I caught it. And it was not the biggest. This is the only photo of my fantastic fishing trip to Tapley Shoal. As a Victorian, I married a South Australian, and I have to point out that I out fished the South Australians, much to thier disgust. I need to point that out b...

beachball57 · beachball57

what is a road trip,, someone said to me the other day i should take a road trip, while awaiting the time to hit the road full time,, but tghat got me to thinking,, yes ii know something that I shouldn't do unattended,,, what really is a road trip, a long journey, a short trip, what constitutes a road trip.....

petengail · petengail

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-09/australia-heatwave-forecast-one-animated-gif-map/4458006

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Getting The Van Ready For The Next Trip. (Preview) After the service is done and van is part way ready to roll, what do people do to check their appliances? 1. Fridge to make sure it operates on all 3 functions i.e.:- Gas, Battery, 240vlt's 2. Air-conditioning i.e. :- Running & Cleaning. 3. Heater i.e.:- 240vlt's, Diesel.	patrolst	6	648	07:24 AM Jan 13, 2013 by Boothie
	Update on Cyclone Narelle in W.A. (Preview) http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-11/cyclone-narelle-update/4461702	petengail	0	425	09:23 PM Jan 12, 2013 by petengail
	Warranty - "Millions wasted" (Preview) "SHOPPERS are wasting tens of millions of dollars buying extended warranties for goods that are already covered for free under little-known federal consumer laws. South Australian Consumer Affairs Commissioner Paul White said in many cases it was pointless to pay for extended warranties...	johnq	3	521	05:13 AM Jan 13, 2013 by johnq
	Tamworth is filling up (Preview) Just went for a drive seem to be lot of campers here already They have open the river side camping grounds today one day early then normal I get so excited when i see all the camper rock in i want to be one off them ..But this year i still have house to stay in while i pack it up ..Maybe next year i be down ther...	lilly31	9	830	02:12 AM Jan 13, 2013 by Anvid
	Catastrophic Fire danger ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Our area is in a catastrophic fire danger area for tomorrow, I've just contacted the local firies to ask where should we go? They answered promptly, (The local RSL club is considered safe) but I'm surprised such information isnt available on their web-site as it takes up their time answering people...	Gerty Dancer	38	1521	12:18 AM Jan 13, 2013 by msg
	Gremlins on site? (Preview) Are there gremlins on line tonight? Posts not showing up - ie in "General" says last post at 7.55pm by Kantiki - but it is not in the body of the forum at all?????????? Anyone else got the problem???	jules47	12	765	07:19 PM Jan 12, 2013 by Webmaster
	free camp closure (Preview) we are here in bellingen and have just read an article on rose,s park thora nsw ,the caravan park at dorrigo has been complaining of the use of this park for free camping and have lodged a complaint with bellingen council.the caravan park has stated that they are worried about the misuse of the area with...	musketeer	5	1556	07:12 PM Jan 12, 2013 by Lorries
	Avan 12v re-wire final update (Preview) Well, the big 12v re-wire job is now finished, well, all that is left is for me to tidy up the cables etc, repack the Avan and all done and dusted. I am very happy too, I have had the 120w Solar Panel hooked up all day yesterday and today and getting 13-14v readings when tested. The double 12v sockets inside...	Dougwe	15	1613	06:50 PM Jan 12, 2013 by Loki
	Tropical Cyclone Narelle hits category 4 off Western Australian coast (Preview) http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-11/an-cyclone-narelle/4460288	petengail	3	502	04:50 AM Jan 12, 2013 by neilnruth
	Sever Trouble (Preview) There appears to be sever trouble through with entry through the front I am sure Cindy is onto it	brickies	8	774	04:41 AM Jan 12, 2013 by neilnruth
	So, you think its a bit hot at home? (Preview) http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-08/australia-records-hottest-ever-day/4457164	petengail	8	718	04:16 AM Jan 12, 2013 by Beth54
	Greenslips in NSW (Preview) Hi all. Got a question about greenslips in NSW. Who would be the best one to go with? Also is cheaper better? Some recommendations would be appreciated thanks. Col	ColB	10	1485	07:33 PM Jan 11, 2013 by KFT
	Any ideas on how to get rid of a lifetime of possessions!!?? (Preview) groan!!!! Time to start getting rid of possessions! Have listed about 20 items on gumtree! What a tedious job! Anyone got any clever ideas on how to declutter! Family all in NZ so can't give much away! Bought all our possessions over when we came to live 2 yrs ago and now have to get rid of stuff. P...	buffy61	19	1190	01:40 AM Jan 12, 2013 by RosieW
	storing van (Preview) Hi All :) I have to store my van for a couple of months!!! It usually does not stay stationary for that long always on the move some where. My question is is it necessary to jack up tyres to keep weight off them to stop flat spots. Thanks for any responses AL	al	8	623	04:07 PM Jan 11, 2013 by patrolst
	Ubuntu (Preview) Hi Guys, Does any one use this operating system on their computers,if so what do think of it against Windows. I know it is close to Mac operating system, i am after opinions, might change over. Thanks John	Mr Red	4	700	10:45 PM Jan 11, 2013 by Mr Red
	Batteries v health ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Warning for everyone - We have Marine/RV deep cycle acid batteries in our caravan situated in the front boot. During the night they have been charging up but little did we know that they were giving off Sulpuric Acid fumes which was seeping into our bedroom right at our bed head. Hence we have been breat...	RodLainie	30	2146	06:57 PM Jan 11, 2013 by RodLainie
	G'day from Tully (Preview) Just found this awesome site when looking for info on the Transcool Air Coolers. We (Jen and Sol) are not quite Grey Nomads yet, but are working on it: Tully is our home town and we do heaps of camping with our Vista RV Crossover whenever possible. Look forward to enjoying the chat with all you guys and...	Sol	16	948	06:45 PM Jan 11, 2013 by Sol
	My big snapper, one more off my bucket list (Preview) I think I need to post this because I caught it. And it was not the biggest. This is the only photo of my fantastic fishing trip to Tapley Shoal. As a Victorian, I married a South Australian, and I have to point out that I out fished the South Australians, much to thier disgust. I need to point that out b...	Boothie	11	819	04:44 AM Jan 11, 2013 by Beth54
	road trip (Preview) what is a road trip,, someone said to me the other day i should take a road trip, while awaiting the time to hit the road full time,, but tghat got me to thinking,, yes ii know something that I shouldn't do unattended,,, what really is a road trip, a long journey, a short trip, what constitutes a road trip.....	beachball57	2	532	03:52 AM Jan 11, 2013 by Dougwe
	Camp Grounds being evacuated due to fire on Bribie Island, North of Brisbane (Preview) http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-09/australia-heatwave-forecast-one-animated-gif-map/4458006	petengail	6	756	11:38 PM Jan 10, 2013 by Gerty Dancer
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