Techies' Corner

DMaxer · DMaxer

I don't know why but it seems my van is in love with the tow ball. When I stop and try to unhitch the jockey wheel lifts the van yet try as I may, it won't let go of the tow ball. I have tried using extra grease on the tow ball but that makes no difference. It is the same tow ball I have used all along and it used to rel...

vik351 · vik351

I saw a mob in QLD import these with 100 to 200 thousand klm on them with the auto box and it had me wondering if they would be any good...??? My logic is they are factory 4x4 , so ya think parts would exist off the shelf...??? And the mob in question offer a 5000k mechanical warranty, fit the thing out and awa...

Possum3 · Possum3

Travelling companion 100 series Toyota Landcruiser blew auxiliary battery to pieces (12 months old) - all the sparkies out there any ideas, or just a faulty battery?

Steve11 · Steve11

Hi All, I am sure this as been asked a few times but I can't find the answer so far. Jayco Journey 2015, so not an old van. Initially water pressure ok and showering ok using hose supply. But lately the pressure is ok for a few seconds but then is so low you can't really shower. We end up using the pump and wa...

Barboots · Barboots

Has anyone fitted an accumulator tank to their water pump and felt like it wasn't actually worthwhile? I've read a few positive comments here and there, but also a few detracting comments from people who don't appear to think there's a point. However often, the detractors haven't fitted one... the s...

caravaner · caravaner

Hi. I am new to this site so don't know if this is the correct way to ask questions. Anyway here goes. I purchased a SATLINK WS6906 sat finder recently. Tried to use today but all I got when I switched it on & pressed MENU is TV Channel-Radio Channel-Add Channel. When I click on TV Channel it tells me I ha...

Goldfinger · Goldfinger

HI just picked up my repaired Van following my 'two step' with a Mildura Servo bowser.... Central Victorian caravan Repairs at Marong did their usual fantastic service/work....whilst there I picked up a Hayman Reese Multi Fit Tow Ball Spanner which I had not seen before.... If you're like me the onl...

GARRIE · GARRIE

Can anyone advise where I may be able to purchase an Owner's User Manual, (and a workshop manual) for a 2002 Toyota Coaster Diesel Auto. All the useless company we purchased from could supply, was a small owners manual for a MANUAL gearbox model, completely irrelevant for our vehicle. Thank you.

Burgo1 · Burgo1

Hi all, Camec door latch assembly , the old one wouldn't lock from in side so in my wisdom l took it all apart to see what was jamming it and now can't get it to go back in slider that operates top and bottom locks, is there a special way in re install ?

yuppa · yuppa

Hi there I'm new to this forum, found it will doing some research on Avan. I purchased an Avan Weekender about 18 months ago and have had nothing but trouble with it ! It started with the back door not staying open perpendicular as displayed on all advertising. The dealer here in Tas contacted Avan who in...

Tom464 · Tom464

After some time working to have the ATM raised on our Jayco Sterling pop top 17.55-7SH, we have now raised it to a reasonable ATM capacity and still under the axle/axle load capacity. Jayco was no help, so we had to go to a Vic Roads VASS engineer not easy to find one that will work on caravans. We didn't...

Tom464 · Tom464

After some time working to have the ATM raised on our Jayco Sterling pop top 17.55-7SH, we have now raised it to a reasonable ATM capacity and still under the axle/axle load capacity. Jayco was no help, so we had to go to a Vic Roads VASS engineer not easy to find one that will work on caravans. We didn't...

iana · iana

Does anyone know if when the system activates, do the LED's on the indicator module come on or flash or give any indication that the system is activating? I have read the user manual, and it says two greens system is good, reds, minor fault, flashing red major fault. I know the module is mounted on the A f...

kezngaz · kezngaz

Hi, has anybody had any experience with these weight distri ution hitches? They are half the price of a hayman reece and identical to use. Also, is it better to get one that is closest to your tugs max ball weight or the actual van ball weight? Tia. Kezngaz.

Pet-els · Pet-els

Hi all,This is to answer a question I received on another forum.I have installed 1020 w of Solar panels. These consist of 1 x 120 w [which I had] and 15 x 60 w panels, these will allow me to still have wattage if some of the panels are in partial shade.400 Ah Lithium Batteries.I had a 2000 w Inverter.These we...

aussie_paul · aussie_paul

http://newatlas.com/scalable-solar-powered-desalination-system/50121/?utm_source=Gizmag+Subscribers&utm_campaign=c042a4fdde-UA-2235360-4&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_65b67362bd-c042a4fdde-92462077

Blue Hills · Blue Hills

Has anybody experienced cracks in chassis of 2005 Geist 485 Van? It would seem there are a few and we are stranded until a solution is obtained. Would it be possible to have a new chassis fitted or some form of repair carried out. We would appreciate any ideas or advice out there. Many thanks, Blue Hill...

griffo and kezz · griffo and kezz

question can i put a house solar panel on my ute i just had 24 panels fitted to my house and there was one spare so i want to put it on my ute when we do the big lap next year .i was told by a mate that the house panel may put out to much power and fry my batteries . panel specs are :model type :gcl-p6/60265 265w (0~+5...

Bertyb · Bertyb

Im getting little bubbles, about the size of a 10 cent piece, under the paint on the side of my aluminium van. Looks like wates is getting under the paint and causing corrosion. Does anyone have any ideas what's causing this and what to do with the corrosion. Does rust converter work on aluminium?

Grubbygypsy · Grubbygypsy

ok....I'm trying to find out and haven't yet found what I'm looking for.....if a charger input wattage is say recorded as '250' - is it less at float? Like would that be what it drawers at its maximum? Or doesn't it matter whatever stage the charger is in? -- Edited by Grubbygypsy on Wednesday 14th of Ju...

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	Tow Ball (Preview) I don't know why but it seems my van is in love with the tow ball. When I stop and try to unhitch the jockey wheel lifts the van yet try as I may, it won't let go of the tow ball. I have tried using extra grease on the tow ball but that makes no difference. It is the same tow ball I have used all along and it used to rel...	DMaxer	20	3160	09:15 PM Jun 28, 2017 by Craig1
	Toyota Coaster 4x4 Auto from Japans shores (Preview) I saw a mob in QLD import these with 100 to 200 thousand klm on them with the auto box and it had me wondering if they would be any good...??? My logic is they are factory 4x4 , so ya think parts would exist off the shelf...??? And the mob in question offer a 5000k mechanical warranty, fit the thing out and awa...	vik351	9	2736	04:07 PM Jun 28, 2017 by vik351
	Batttery Blow-up (Preview) Travelling companion 100 series Toyota Landcruiser blew auxiliary battery to pieces (12 months old) - all the sparkies out there any ideas, or just a faulty battery?	Possum3	15	1619	10:00 AM Jun 28, 2017 by blissonwheels
	Low water pressure (Preview) Hi All, I am sure this as been asked a few times but I can't find the answer so far. Jayco Journey 2015, so not an old van. Initially water pressure ok and showering ok using hose supply. But lately the pressure is ok for a few seconds but then is so low you can't really shower. We end up using the pump and wa...	Steve11	7	7698	09:44 PM Jun 27, 2017 by Steve11
	Accumulator (Preview) Has anyone fitted an accumulator tank to their water pump and felt like it wasn't actually worthwhile? I've read a few positive comments here and there, but also a few detracting comments from people who don't appear to think there's a point. However often, the detractors haven't fitted one... the s...	Barboots	10	1258	04:32 PM Jun 27, 2017 by vince56
	WS6906 Sat Finder (Preview) Hi. I am new to this site so don't know if this is the correct way to ask questions. Anyway here goes. I purchased a SATLINK WS6906 sat finder recently. Tried to use today but all I got when I switched it on & pressed MENU is TV Channel-Radio Channel-Add Channel. When I click on TV Channel it tells me I ha...	caravaner	6	2708	01:11 PM Jun 27, 2017 by davew54
	Hayman Reese Multi-Fit Tow Ball Spanner.... (Preview) HI just picked up my repaired Van following my 'two step' with a Mildura Servo bowser.... Central Victorian caravan Repairs at Marong did their usual fantastic service/work....whilst there I picked up a Hayman Reese Multi Fit Tow Ball Spanner which I had not seen before.... If you're like me the onl...	Goldfinger	3	4773	10:44 AM Jun 27, 2017 by DMaxer
	TOYOTA COASTER 2002 OWNERS MANUAL FOR DIESEL AUTO. (Preview) Can anyone advise where I may be able to purchase an Owner's User Manual, (and a workshop manual) for a 2002 Toyota Coaster Diesel Auto. All the useless company we purchased from could supply, was a small owners manual for a MANUAL gearbox model, completely irrelevant for our vehicle. Thank you.	GARRIE	10	5105	11:15 AM Jun 26, 2017 by vik351
	Replacing door latch assembly (Preview) Hi all, Camec door latch assembly , the old one wouldn't lock from in side so in my wisdom l took it all apart to see what was jamming it and now can't get it to go back in slider that operates top and bottom locks, is there a special way in re install ?	Burgo1	3	1129	05:22 AM Jun 26, 2017 by Colin Penrose
	Tear drop Caravans (Preview) Hi there I'm new to this forum, found it will doing some research on Avan. I purchased an Avan Weekender about 18 months ago and have had nothing but trouble with it ! It started with the back door not staying open perpendicular as displayed on all advertising. The dealer here in Tas contacted Avan who in...	yuppa	6	982	11:45 PM Jun 25, 2017 by Eaglemax
	Jayco sterling ATM (Preview) After some time working to have the ATM raised on our Jayco Sterling pop top 17.55-7SH, we have now raised it to a reasonable ATM capacity and still under the axle/axle load capacity. Jayco was no help, so we had to go to a Vic Roads VASS engineer not easy to find one that will work on caravans. We didn't...	Tom464	1	835	01:07 PM Jun 23, 2017 by macka17
	Jayco sterling ATM (Preview) After some time working to have the ATM raised on our Jayco Sterling pop top 17.55-7SH, we have now raised it to a reasonable ATM capacity and still under the axle/axle load capacity. Jayco was no help, so we had to go to a Vic Roads VASS engineer not easy to find one that will work on caravans. We didn't...	Tom464	1	1043	12:55 PM Jun 23, 2017 by macka17
	Alko ESC system. (Preview) Does anyone know if when the system activates, do the LED's on the indicator module come on or flash or give any indication that the system is activating? I have read the user manual, and it says two greens system is good, reds, minor fault, flashing red major fault. I know the module is mounted on the A f...	iana	4	1263	10:59 PM Jun 22, 2017 by C00P
	Mister hitches wd. (Preview) Hi, has anybody had any experience with these weight distri ution hitches? They are half the price of a hayman reece and identical to use. Also, is it better to get one that is closest to your tugs max ball weight or the actual van ball weight? Tia. Kezngaz.	kezngaz	14	2981	03:30 PM Jun 21, 2017 by Barboots
	Solar & Lithium Batteries (Preview) Hi all,This is to answer a question I received on another forum.I have installed 1020 w of Solar panels. These consist of 1 x 120 w [which I had] and 15 x 60 w panels, these will allow me to still have wattage if some of the panels are in partial shade.400 Ah Lithium Batteries.I had a 2000 w Inverter.These we...	Pet-els	11	1545	03:28 PM Jun 21, 2017 by T1 Terry
	More interesting stuff... (Preview) http://newatlas.com/scalable-solar-powered-desalination-system/50121/?utm_source=Gizmag+Subscribers&utm_campaign=c042a4fdde-UA-2235360-4&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_65b67362bd-c042a4fdde-92462077	aussie_paul	0	978	11:21 AM Jun 21, 2017 by aussie_paul
	Cracked Chassis (Preview) Has anybody experienced cracks in chassis of 2005 Geist 485 Van? It would seem there are a few and we are stranded until a solution is obtained. Would it be possible to have a new chassis fitted or some form of repair carried out. We would appreciate any ideas or advice out there. Many thanks, Blue Hill...	Blue Hills	14	4112	09:06 PM Jun 20, 2017 by Blue Hills
	house solar pannels on my ute (Preview) question can i put a house solar panel on my ute i just had 24 panels fitted to my house and there was one spare so i want to put it on my ute when we do the big lap next year .i was told by a mate that the house panel may put out to much power and fry my batteries . panel specs are :model type :gcl-p6/60265 265w (0~+5...	griffo and kezz	10	1150	08:54 AM Jun 19, 2017 by griffo and kezz
	Aluminium corrosion on A van. (Preview) Im getting little bubbles, about the size of a 10 cent piece, under the paint on the side of my aluminium van. Looks like wates is getting under the paint and causing corrosion. Does anyone have any ideas what's causing this and what to do with the corrosion. Does rust converter work on aluminium?	Bertyb	9	1254	11:58 AM Jun 17, 2017 by macka17
	Charger in float (Preview) ok....I'm trying to find out and haven't yet found what I'm looking for.....if a charger input wattage is say recorded as '250' - is it less at float? Like would that be what it drawers at its maximum? Or doesn't it matter whatever stage the charger is in? -- Edited by Grubbygypsy on Wednesday 14th of Ju...	Grubbygypsy	5	1030	06:44 AM Jun 17, 2017 by Jaahn
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