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RobUppy · RobUppy

Hi , folks...Recently retired and slowly putting life long dreams into plans/actions. A major first step for me is to "lerk" around this site picking up ideas , or discounting myths. Plan is to be on road for shortish trips (mostly in Victoria , if covod permits) 2nd qtr 2021 with dream goal of wanderin...

Clarky 1 · Clarky 1

Hi nomads, I recently stumbled onto the forum and have been reading through many topics. I like the joke section. There are some good ones in there. Vehicle types and Caravan weights are entertaining as well. I am a retired mechanical fitter and have driven trucks and heavy haulage throughout my care...

redrain · redrain

ok so is a washing machine close to a must?

watsea · watsea

Just joined this forum. Happy to learn some stuff and offer an occasional comment. We had an Expanda in 2013 to 2016. Now with a Jayco Journey Outback DX Pop Up since late 2018, still pretty green compared to some here.

Weven · Weven

Hi to all, new couple thanks for having us, needing advice... I need to place a 60ltr fridge in the rear of a new DMAX and need some clever people to advise on what soft cover to use so as to allow the fridge to breath. No cover at the moment so can go any way. Thanks.

CathnAl · CathnAl

Hi everyone - We are Cath and Al from Boronia, Vic and have just purchased a 1985 Nissan Civilian that had been modified into a motorhome. Unfortunately we did not purchase it with a roadworthy (stupid us) - and have since found out gas - non compliant - electricity - non compliant - we had to get rust tak...

Susie Burke · Susie Burke

Dropped in to say hello. A newbie. Bought a Hino, pick up next month. Will be relying on the sage wisdom available here. Solo traveller doing the permanent thing. FINALLY Susie

Vaughan · Vaughan

have marked dont send but this is not working

Nomatic · Nomatic

Have been lurking here for sometime but now is the time to join and hopefully learn and contribute. My name is Barry and wife is Marie, we have been camping and 4WDriving for many years. We recently sold our beloved camper trailer (8 yrs usage) and shifted over to the Dark Side and bought a van, a bilatera...

cunningstuff · cunningstuff

Ex-Pat Yank in a 1984 Econovan Maxi. I am currently living in my flat, but come February or March I will be moving out into the van and onto the road. I am 52 and I am dying in this house. I am making no friends, having no fun, breathing nothing but house air, and it has absolutely ruined me. I was going to go bac...

Trevor 57 · Trevor 57

Trevor here. Married many many moons. Lots of ex's. Ex-builders labourer, ex truck driver, including B-Doubles, ex HV driver trainer, ex HV licence tester (for a private provider), ex quality & training coordinator, ex RTO training manager, ex OHS professional. Currently full time vo...

vansam · vansam

Hi all, new member whos stumbled upon the forum from multiple sites and searches. Im about to get a new car initially for weekends away to dip a toe in the water. The current dilemma is do I get a van (likely hyundai iload or imax) or a Nissan x trail. X trail i can take on the beach and the 2008-2013 shape se...

Coaster 95 · Coaster 95

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...

Rabbit Hauler · Rabbit Hauler

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...

Mr Meba · Mr Meba

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

Not Dun Roamin · Not Dun Roamin

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...

YoungGun · YoungGun

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...

Ginge · Ginge

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

LoisKay · LoisKay

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...

Landspirit · Landspirit

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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	"Lerker" (Preview) Hi , folks...Recently retired and slowly putting life long dreams into plans/actions. A major first step for me is to "lerk" around this site picking up ideas , or discounting myths. Plan is to be on road for shortish trips (mostly in Victoria , if covod permits) 2nd qtr 2021 with dream goal of wanderin...	RobUppy	7	3743	06:49 PM Jan 12, 2021 by Tony Bev
	Found the Forum (Preview) Hi nomads, I recently stumbled onto the forum and have been reading through many topics. I like the joke section. There are some good ones in there. Vehicle types and Caravan weights are entertaining as well. I am a retired mechanical fitter and have driven trucks and heavy haulage throughout my care...	Clarky 1	5	755	11:10 AM Jan 7, 2021 by Clarky 1
	washing machine (Preview) ok so is a washing machine close to a must?	redrain	4	876	06:39 PM Jan 3, 2021 by Possum3
	Hello Nomads (Preview) Just joined this forum. Happy to learn some stuff and offer an occasional comment. We had an Expanda in 2013 to 2016. Now with a Jayco Journey Outback DX Pop Up since late 2018, still pretty green compared to some here.	watsea	2	1155	09:56 AM Dec 29, 2020 by Dougwe
	Fridge (Preview) Hi to all, new couple thanks for having us, needing advice... I need to place a 60ltr fridge in the rear of a new DMAX and need some clever people to advise on what soft cover to use so as to allow the fridge to breath. No cover at the moment so can go any way. Thanks.	Weven	2	927	07:25 PM Dec 24, 2020 by Weven
	Gidday - we are newbies Civilian Seats replacement seats help (Preview) Hi everyone - We are Cath and Al from Boronia, Vic and have just purchased a 1985 Nissan Civilian that had been modified into a motorhome. Unfortunately we did not purchase it with a roadworthy (stupid us) - and have since found out gas - non compliant - electricity - non compliant - we had to get rust tak...	CathnAl	7	1772	09:18 PM Dec 20, 2020 by Tony Bev
	G'Day (Preview) Dropped in to say hello. A newbie. Bought a Hino, pick up next month. Will be relying on the sage wisdom available here. Solo traveller doing the permanent thing. FINALLY Susie	Susie Burke	3	970	11:31 AM Dec 17, 2020 by Susie Burke
	I am getting all answers to topics I techies corner how do I stop this (Preview) have marked dont send but this is not working	Vaughan	3	791	05:10 PM Dec 14, 2020 by Vaughan
	Hi to everyone (Preview) Have been lurking here for sometime but now is the time to join and hopefully learn and contribute. My name is Barry and wife is Marie, we have been camping and 4WDriving for many years. We recently sold our beloved camper trailer (8 yrs usage) and shifted over to the Dark Side and bought a van, a bilatera...	Nomatic	4	847	02:48 PM Dec 10, 2020 by Tony Bev
	G'Day to you all! vanlife solar 12v computing (Preview) Ex-Pat Yank in a 1984 Econovan Maxi. I am currently living in my flat, but come February or March I will be moving out into the van and onto the road. I am 52 and I am dying in this house. I am making no friends, having no fun, breathing nothing but house air, and it has absolutely ruined me. I was going to go bac...	cunningstuff	9	1753	01:07 AM Dec 4, 2020 by cunningstuff
	g'day (Preview) Trevor here. Married many many moons. Lots of ex's. Ex-builders labourer, ex truck driver, including B-Doubles, ex HV driver trainer, ex HV licence tester (for a private provider), ex quality & training coordinator, ex RTO training manager, ex OHS professional. Currently full time vo...	Trevor 57	2	815	12:50 PM Dec 2, 2020 by Trevor 57
	Intro and van v Xtrail (Preview) Hi all, new member whos stumbled upon the forum from multiple sites and searches. Im about to get a new car initially for weekends away to dip a toe in the water. The current dilemma is do I get a van (likely hyundai iload or imax) or a Nissan x trail. X trail i can take on the beach and the 2008-2013 shape se...	vansam	7	951	06:49 PM Nov 30, 2020 by Wannabe nomad
	Just joined (Preview) 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...	Coaster 95	6	1000	11:46 AM Nov 27, 2020 by JeffRae
	Hello All (Preview) 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...	Rabbit Hauler	4	1096	04:52 PM Nov 22, 2020 by Rabbit Hauler
	Newbys (Preview) 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	Mr Meba	3	975	04:50 PM Nov 18, 2020 by Tony Bev
	We're new. (Preview) 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...	Not Dun Roamin	2	858	09:54 AM Nov 17, 2020 by Roger Roger
	Does anyone remember ...? (Preview) 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...	YoungGun	5	1276	08:58 PM Nov 15, 2020 by Stewart
	Avan Cruiseliner air conditioning (Preview) 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	Ginge	1	1008	08:33 AM Nov 14, 2020 by Warren-Pat_01
	Advice re my first purchase and inspections (Preview) 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...	LoisKay	11	864	11:37 AM Nov 9, 2020 by iana
	Insurance (Preview) 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	Landspirit	1	1212	01:02 PM Nov 7, 2020 by Possum3
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