Techies' Corner

Ron-D · Ron-D

Just wondering how do you add photos to your posts, I tried to add one I had taken with the I pad but the picture was a huge when I uploaded it ,it covered the whole text area, so I did not post it, The picture of my avatar taken by the same IPad uploaded just fine, but anything uploaded direct to a post comes out...

12roam · 12roam

This has probably been asked before, but cannot find anything. Looking for a new second battery for the back of my 2000 Navara my last one was stolen. What is the difference between an AGM battery and a deep cycle battery with AGM technology? Think I may have a handle on the AGM discharge and charging ie u...

ozyinxtype13 · ozyinxtype13

Hi I am a newbi just wondering if anyone has a EVO Lithium batty system and how good are they?

iana · iana

Just wondering if anyone on here has a diesel (or gas) burning heater mounted in any other position besides under the bed, e.g. in a cupboard etc. The wife is wanting a heater, but we have grey and fresh water tanks mounted under the floor of the van. Under the bed is ideal, as one has to get to the heater for...

HarryG · HarryG

Hi all I am looking to replace the tyres on a 20' dual axle caravan, the originals that came with the van 4 years ago are delaminating. The tyres I need are 235/75, A/T, light truck, with a 15" rim. I need the best load rating that I can get, as the van is fully loaded when we head off north to avoid the winter d...

Silverfern · Silverfern

Hi to all readers, I would like to convert a Toyota Coaster bus to a motorhome, and would like to know what I need to do in in terms of getting DOT approval to convert and what I can and cannot do do. I am considering a slide out lounge? Thank you, Bob.

new2caravaning · new2caravaning

I have a thetford toilet system with collection casssett only (no flush tank) and am getting leaks at base of unit in bathroom and the cassett holding unit. any help please

Dolly · Dolly

Hi all, anyone in Brisbane looking for Satellite equipment or advice, I thoroughly recommend A couple of great people Deen and Fay at Access Antenas in Underwood. I recently had a reception problem with my dish that was sorted without a hassle. Here is there web site http://www.satellitetvqu...

macka17 · macka17

There was a post on these somewhere?. I just thought I'd add a little more. Caravans UNDER 2 ton on axles. Do NOT. by law. Need to have a Breakaway sw fitted to drawbar. This current Coromal I've bought. at 1.8ton Gross on axles. does NOT By law need to have one fitted. But I've just bought one "Hopkins ...

Daveenshaz · Daveenshaz

Hi all,I have a 2008 Jayco discovery. I've had the axle over conversion done but now i'm after some 16'' rims to suit. I know the originals are pcd 139.7mm( land cruiser 6 stud) but can anyone tell me the offset that I would be requiring. Thanks in advance.

Radar · Radar

Hi All Having some thoughts about where I should attach the light steel cable to the tow vehicle for the break away switch? I have put up a couple of photos, above and below the tow bar to help hopefully. A few things I have read don't give me a real answer.

mr glassies · mr glassies

Just had a read of restored cars mag latest edition . So the story goes if your from qld and you own a til tow or car trailer with a winch . Even if your going to pick up your sons broken down car guess what ya can't . Some dill in the big white hous passed a bill saying you can't even staits a guy was watch at a car sh...

Phil C · Phil C

Gday all As you can see we own a Jayco Starcraft 20 footer. One day I was sitting, minding my own business, when all power went out. The RCBO went out and there was no way it would reset. Long story short... After pulling apart most of the caravan's electrics (240V.. remember Im an electrician so dont do th...

Crom · Crom

I'm a newbie, so this may seem to be a dumb question, and am curious as to how the plumbing in a van works. We have an Eco Tourer with 2 X main tanks and 1 X fresh water tank. There is a switch to activate the pump and a selector for tanks - I assume this is a common set-up. My question relates to the situation wher...

dishlicker · dishlicker

I am just thinking our water tank is fitted with 2 in line filters and we have not added any thing into the water tank (except water) is it ok to let it sit between trips cheers

MHroamers · MHroamers

We have a new van that we have been taking on a few shakedowns to test everything out. Most all is going well but one thing that has been a pain has been a constant buzzing in all 4 speakers. I thought it might just be poor speakers, but this weekend we went on another trip and whilst testing the different set...

rrobor · rrobor

I wrote a bit about fixing a Waeko CF40 and my wish to have this when the Princess and I cross the Nullarbor, We have a tent and the things needed for a rough night, but the Princess likes a shower and other comforts of life. So all is for emergency only. Its motel stops wherever possible. Anyways the...

Tailor · Tailor

I have a CF 50 AC VER B. S/No 10026206 which switches off as soon as connected to 12V, and on 240, has no temp control. Panel says -6, but inside temp is -20. I'm guessing I had a dud thermistor, and probably a dud board. Can anyone point me in the right direction as I'd like to have a go at fixing this myself. I'...

kezngaz · kezngaz

Anything bad to look for when purchasing a LC200? Svc costs and intervals? Diesel of course. T I A. Kezngaz.

Vaughan · Vaughan

Does any one have experience or first hand knowledge on these systems. www.levellingjacks.com.au

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	Photos (Preview) Just wondering how do you add photos to your posts, I tried to add one I had taken with the I pad but the picture was a huge when I uploaded it ,it covered the whole text area, so I did not post it, The picture of my avatar taken by the same IPad uploaded just fine, but anything uploaded direct to a post comes out...	Ron-D	10	1234	01:25 PM Oct 8, 2016 by Cupie
	batteries (Preview) This has probably been asked before, but cannot find anything. Looking for a new second battery for the back of my 2000 Navara my last one was stolen. What is the difference between an AGM battery and a deep cycle battery with AGM technology? Think I may have a handle on the AGM discharge and charging ie u...	12roam	25	1750	12:14 AM Oct 8, 2016 by oldtrack123
	EVO Battery system (Preview) Hi I am a newbi just wondering if anyone has a EVO Lithium batty system and how good are they?	ozyinxtype13	16	1493	09:31 PM Oct 7, 2016 by franklk
	Where to mount a diesel heater. (Preview) Just wondering if anyone on here has a diesel (or gas) burning heater mounted in any other position besides under the bed, e.g. in a cupboard etc. The wife is wanting a heater, but we have grey and fresh water tanks mounted under the floor of the van. Under the bed is ideal, as one has to get to the heater for...	iana	23	4930	08:45 PM Oct 7, 2016 by iana
	TYRES FOR CARAVANS (Preview) Hi all I am looking to replace the tyres on a 20' dual axle caravan, the originals that came with the van 4 years ago are delaminating. The tyres I need are 235/75, A/T, light truck, with a 15" rim. I need the best load rating that I can get, as the van is fully loaded when we head off north to avoid the winter d...	HarryG	18	14395	12:07 AM Oct 6, 2016 by macka17
	Toyota Coaster Conversion DOT Qld (Preview) Hi to all readers, I would like to convert a Toyota Coaster bus to a motorhome, and would like to know what I need to do in in terms of getting DOT approval to convert and what I can and cannot do do. I am considering a slide out lounge? Thank you, Bob.	Silverfern	4	1551	10:51 PM Oct 5, 2016 by Silverfern
	toilet leaks into shower area (Preview) I have a thetford toilet system with collection casssett only (no flush tank) and am getting leaks at base of unit in bathroom and the cassett holding unit. any help please	new2caravaning	4	1491	03:17 PM Oct 5, 2016 by new2caravaning
	Sat Probs (Preview) Hi all, anyone in Brisbane looking for Satellite equipment or advice, I thoroughly recommend A couple of great people Deen and Fay at Access Antenas in Underwood. I recently had a reception problem with my dish that was sorted without a hassle. Here is there web site http://www.satellitetvqu...	Dolly	3	935	07:55 AM Oct 5, 2016 by Phillipn
	Breakaway switches. (Preview) There was a post on these somewhere?. I just thought I'd add a little more. Caravans UNDER 2 ton on axles. Do NOT. by law. Need to have a Breakaway sw fitted to drawbar. This current Coromal I've bought. at 1.8ton Gross on axles. does NOT By law need to have one fitted. But I've just bought one "Hopkins ...	macka17	6	1128	03:53 PM Oct 4, 2016 by macka17
	question on wheels/rims for Jayco (Preview) Hi all,I have a 2008 Jayco discovery. I've had the axle over conversion done but now i'm after some 16'' rims to suit. I know the originals are pcd 139.7mm( land cruiser 6 stud) but can anyone tell me the offset that I would be requiring. Thanks in advance.	Daveenshaz	7	7764	08:52 PM Oct 3, 2016 by OutbackMK
	Trailer break away switch (Preview) Hi All Having some thoughts about where I should attach the light steel cable to the tow vehicle for the break away switch? I have put up a couple of photos, above and below the tow bar to help hopefully. A few things I have read don't give me a real answer.	Radar	12	1289	02:52 PM Oct 3, 2016 by Radar
	A screwed up Australia (Preview) Just had a read of restored cars mag latest edition . So the story goes if your from qld and you own a til tow or car trailer with a winch . Even if your going to pick up your sons broken down car guess what ya can't . Some dill in the big white hous passed a bill saying you can't even staits a guy was watch at a car sh...	mr glassies	20	1936	08:45 PM Oct 1, 2016 by T1 Terry
	This could be VERY costly. HEADS UP!!! (Preview) Gday all As you can see we own a Jayco Starcraft 20 footer. One day I was sitting, minding my own business, when all power went out. The RCBO went out and there was no way it would reset. Long story short... After pulling apart most of the caravan's electrics (240V.. remember Im an electrician so dont do th...	Phil C	8	1783	01:34 PM Oct 1, 2016 by Phil C
	Ensuring fresh water access (Preview) I'm a newbie, so this may seem to be a dumb question, and am curious as to how the plumbing in a van works. We have an Eco Tourer with 2 X main tanks and 1 X fresh water tank. There is a switch to activate the pump and a selector for tanks - I assume this is a common set-up. My question relates to the situation wher...	Crom	14	2175	03:24 PM Sep 30, 2016 by Crom
	Q- Can water in your water tanks be left to sit between trips or is it best to m/t after each trip (Preview) I am just thinking our water tank is fitted with 2 in line filters and we have not added any thing into the water tank (except water) is it ok to let it sit between trips cheers	dishlicker	11	1164	12:24 PM Sep 30, 2016 by Aus-Kiwi
	Radio/sound system interference (Preview) We have a new van that we have been taking on a few shakedowns to test everything out. Most all is going well but one thing that has been a pain has been a constant buzzing in all 4 speakers. I thought it might just be poor speakers, but this weekend we went on another trip and whilst testing the different set...	MHroamers	11	843	03:18 PM Sep 29, 2016 by Bill B
	12V power supply for a fridge (Preview) I wrote a bit about fixing a Waeko CF40 and my wish to have this when the Princess and I cross the Nullarbor, We have a tent and the things needed for a rough night, but the Princess likes a shower and other comforts of life. So all is for emergency only. Its motel stops wherever possible. Anyways the...	rrobor	0	797	07:17 PM Sep 27, 2016 by rrobor
	Waeco CF50 no 12V, only freezes to max on 240V. (Preview) I have a CF 50 AC VER B. S/No 10026206 which switches off as soon as connected to 12V, and on 240, has no temp control. Panel says -6, but inside temp is -20. I'm guessing I had a dud thermistor, and probably a dud board. Can anyone point me in the right direction as I'd like to have a go at fixing this myself. I'...	Tailor	27	3107	06:54 AM Sep 27, 2016 by Tailor
	LC 200. Pros and cons. Looking at buying for towing. (Preview) Anything bad to look for when purchasing a LC200? Svc costs and intervals? Diesel of course. T I A. Kezngaz.	kezngaz	22	3679	08:52 PM Sep 26, 2016 by kezngaz
	Red foot levelling systems (Preview) Does any one have experience or first hand knowledge on these systems. www.levellingjacks.com.au	Vaughan	14	7794	12:54 PM Sep 25, 2016 by El Gringo
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