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Just joined
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Hi everybody,ive just bought a coaster bus recently and i've started converting it,my aim is to end up with a basic comfortable bus that me and my wife (and the dishlicker) can take off in for a week or two whenever we get a chance,I found this site and its great, lot's of info and some really good ideas,an...
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Hello All
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A newby to the forum, but not the lifestyle of Caravaning. We are currently on our third van and whilst still working try to use it as often as possible. Been browsing the site for a while and find it full of good information (and opinions) so look forward to finally be able to contribute and or seek advi...
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Newbys
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G'day all not quite ready to hit the track yet but wont be to far off retired at the end of 2019 my partner is still working hopefully we can get her retired early in the new year and then hit the road -- Edited by Mr Meba on Tuesday 17th of November 2020 09:54:29 AM
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We're new.
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I have just joined the forum because I think we can just about class ourselves as 'GREY NOMADS". We are not complete newbies having started off in tents and roof tops way back when (80's). In the early 2000's we relocated to the UK with the intention of staying for 6 months. Twelve years later we came back...
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Does anyone remember ...?
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I used to watch a 'travel' show about 15 years ago about an older couple caravaning around Australia. They were both characters - but he was the face of the show. Each episode featured a different destination. He gave lots of tips on everything from maintenance, to safety and always cooked up a great me...
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Avan Cruiseliner air conditioning
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Hi all, I have my second Cruiseliner and love them. the new one, 3 years old, has reverse cycle aircon which is a bonus BUT I cant get it working correctly.it doesnt cool. any ideas? Thank you
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Advice re my first purchase and inspections
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Hi Im wondering if I can tap in to the wealth of experience on this forum. I have never purchased a motorhome and have come across one I like the look of. Ive investigated getting a vehicle inspection using the RAA( Im in Adelaide) but they have made it clear they only do a mechanical inspection. Im wonder...
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Insurance
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Hi there just joined my inquire into Caravan insurance what have you found as a good insurance company for our needs eg, traveling, stationery for long periods any help would be great thanks
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Getting mail while on the road
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Hi guys, any hints or advice on getting mail when you are on the road full-time, we get most of our mail via email but there are still some companies that insist on posting letters. We do not have a current address as we have sold our house and do not have any relatives or close friends that we can use their ad...
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Isuzu DMax 2013 - remove centre console
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Can anyone give detailed advice? I want to clean underneath and install USB cable to run for devices in back.
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Just joined
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We have been traveling for 3 years now and loving it and all you intresting people out there, always learning and willing. Take care
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modifications to my dinette to turn it into a single bed when required
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I am based in Brisbane but will happily take my van to the Gold Coast or Sunny Coast if that is where the best people are that can help me . I don't see this as a huge job but outside my skill set. Hope the forum can come up with some suggestions
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mattresses - Clues on upgrades or toppers
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Hi I am new to caravanning having just purchased my beautiful Australis - Lindeman van second hand. I want to upgrade the Island Bed mattress, it has the cormers rounded. I am after advice as to which maker to go to and /or I have read a lot about buying a topper for better results. Can the forum please give...
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Back as a member after a long absence!
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Good to be back! I am now hoping to sell up and get a rig worthy of taking on the terrains I intend to travel. It will be 4WD vehicle of some kind. I visited the Virtual Victorian Caravan& Camping Show but felt the Adria type Motorhome with only a 2.2Litre turbo diesel to be somewhat underpowered. My...
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just joined
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after 30 years of caravaning my good wife and i decided to join a very informative forum. as they say, you are never too old to learn new places and tricks. We look forward to many more years travel and hopefully meet a few more new friends along the way.
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Hi from Heather & Kev
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Hullo Grey Nomads members, we've just joined after the group was recommended to us by a friend - we look forward to meeting fellow Nomads, particularly on the road after we just purchased a 21 foot Galaxy Odessey caravan out of Victoria, cheers Heather & Kev
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getting mail on the road
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hi guys, if we sell our home and live on the road full time, how can we arrange any mail if we are not staying anywhere for long periods? thanks daz
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Newby here - Does anyone have or know about Euro Vans?
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Hello, I don't have a van yet. I'll be travelling on my own with my 2 dogs. I'm short and not very strong so I need something I can manage. I was looking at a Avan Cruiseliner but I'm not confident I can put it up. Now I have discovered Euro Hobby. Does anyone know anything about the Euro or have one? Thanks for...
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Just joined up
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Looking forward to be part of this group and learning about tricks and tips, thanks for accepting us.
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Thetford N604M.3F Fridge Problem on gas
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Hi all have a thetford N604M.3F which works fine on 240 power & Battery when driving but on gas it ignights and gets cold then when up to temp it will not restart and everything defrosts turn to high & it freezes every thing. Had gas checked & all cleaned & pilot flame stays on but not gett...
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