Techies' Corner

CC Bear · CC Bear

Need information re Do my tow ball and van hich have to be the same height? I measured to the centre of the tow ball = 450 mm, centre of van tow hitch with van level 500 mm. To give a safe tow do both of them need the same height to start with. any advise from experience people would be appreciated. Cheers

ColGlen · ColGlen

Good Morning We are hoping to get some help, we have just about finished installing a Planar Diesel Heater bought off Ebay but unfortunately can not find any information about priming the pump. Also we keep get an Error Code indicating there is low voltage but it appears the batteries have charge. Any...

Kiwi-as · Kiwi-as

The supplied fuel tank for my Planar heater started leaking after a few weeks on rough roads. The bottom weld of the bracket had split away from the tank. Rang Pinnacle, the Dealer, and they agreed to send a replacement. I see the replacement has a 2nd bracket up the top of the tank, I think this would spr...

snap1946 · snap1946

hi all has any body towed a 3 ton van with one of these 2000 model land rover discovery td5 cheers snap

mixedup · mixedup

any suggestions for a nice finishing angle/edging for a DIY caravan after sheeted with Aluminium composite? I can get Aluminium angle which would ok, however I was wondering about something with some pattern. Perhaps purchase thin Aluminium checker plate perhaps, cut it into lengths & fol...

Salus · Salus

Hi everyone, being a new nomad and experiencing winter in South Australia. I'd like some advice on the use of Awning's in windy weather. In speaking with fellow travellers so far we have heard the old saying "wind up roll up". The last month or so here in Adelaide has seen some serious weather go thru wi...

mixedup · mixedup

Any suggestions re how one would normally cut small sections (e.g. handle, lock etc) in 3mm Aluminium composite? (I have a circular metal cutter blade for metal/Aluminium for the outside cuts, but wondering for the small cuts that aren't on the edges so to speak)

Ianap · Ianap

After a couple of very wet stays at caravan parks and getting stuck on soft surfaces we have decided to trade in the diesel Territory (2wd) and get a 4x4. I have narrowed my choice down to either a Pajero or an Isuzu MUX. Being a bit of a skinflint can anyone let me know what sort of economy I would expect to g...

goldcoaster · goldcoaster

Just purchased a 2000w pure sine wave inverter . Do I need a fuse between it and the battery bank and what size fuse if any would you recommend. Would have read the instructions but it didn't come with any , (second hand but never used). Thanks Mick

Sol · Sol

Gday. My uncle has just bought a second hand Jayco Expander And he's just found out the hot water doesn't work on mains water. If he needs hot water it will only work on the 12v pump, so drains his tank when he uses it. He got in touch with the previous owner and they said it's been like that since new??? Befor...

wasn_me · wasn_me

I was thinking about upgrading to a 2nd hand 3.2 lt BT50. I've heard you can't wire an anderson plug direct to the battery, when the van is connected, the computer senses battery problems & disables the engine. Is this correct? if so how do you get around it. Cheers Pete

gbh · gbh

Hello out there First post for me After a bit of advice regarding camec four seasons installation on 97 toyota coaster Roof has 2 small raised ribs (approx 10mm high x 75 mm wide) spaced 400mm apart The hatch is 660mm wide so do I need an extra seal (other than standard issue) to instal over these ribs...

peter1 · peter1

I am considering fitting a water tank underneath my vehicle (troopcarrier). Anyone done a similar thing - would be interested in hearing how you got on - who you used and approximate costs. Thank you in advance. Peter

David1464 · David1464

I'm a virgin nomad, looking to buy my first tug. However, the choice of vehicles is somewhat vast and confusing. I have been test driving options and it appears the Nissan NP300 2 door cab ute seem to be hitting the mark. Its a 2.3lt twin turbo. Has anyone had any experience with this vehicle. I am towing...

Phil C · Phil C

Hi all. The last 3 years since we started living in our caravan we have had issues with slow drains. In the shower you would have a foot bath and the washing up water would take ages to drain. Also the getting down and pushing those darn pipes in at camp, bit tough for an old guy with lots of arthritis. It seem...

tommo · tommo

I am considering a Jeep Grand Cherokee to pull my Concept Caravan any one had problems or had good results? Regards Tommo

mixedup · mixedup

Currently finishing off the frame for a DIY caravan (~3600x2200). Initially I was thinking of a trailer (but it morphed into a caravan) and hence I've had the concept of flooring it with 2.1mm checker plate steel (and rust proof painting it), but now wondering what's the best. I should be ok with weigh...

putz · putz

Having a problem with redarc towpro elite.when connecting up to caravan cannot get it on to auto mode.only manaul mode. The light only flashes on auto mode.but after travelling for about an 1 hour and stop .when you start up again it goes to auto straight away. But not first thing in the morning.

nuttyalmond · nuttyalmond

Hi All As a newbie I need a bit of advice on a couple of things. The painted surface on the exterior of the ibis roof top aircon has worn away in places. I'm going to paint it but not sure if the roof is safe to stand/ kneel on. The van is a 2008 jayco Sterling outback. Also, the cover of the aircon appears to be fi...

Wombat 280 · Wombat 280

Is this really the way to park a van for a fast get away Who teaches them , the full shot showed that the van was also on levelers WHY it looks fairly flat tot he eye

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	Ball and Hitch heights (Preview) Need information re Do my tow ball and van hich have to be the same height? I measured to the centre of the tow ball = 450 mm, centre of van tow hitch with van level 500 mm. To give a safe tow do both of them need the same height to start with. any advise from experience people would be appreciated. Cheers	CC Bear	9	2042	07:37 PM Aug 18, 2016 by swamp
	Diesel Heater Installation (Preview) Good Morning We are hoping to get some help, we have just about finished installing a Planar Diesel Heater bought off Ebay but unfortunately can not find any information about priming the pump. Also we keep get an Error Code indicating there is low voltage but it appears the batteries have charge. Any...	ColGlen	13	1560	08:58 PM Aug 17, 2016 by mr glassies
	Diesel heater fuel tank. (Preview) The supplied fuel tank for my Planar heater started leaking after a few weeks on rough roads. The bottom weld of the bracket had split away from the tank. Rang Pinnacle, the Dealer, and they agreed to send a replacement. I see the replacement has a 2nd bracket up the top of the tank, I think this would spr...	Kiwi-as	5	1065	08:53 PM Aug 17, 2016 by Kiwi-as
	towing (Preview) hi all has any body towed a 3 ton van with one of these 2000 model land rover discovery td5 cheers snap	snap1946	22	1834	08:04 PM Aug 17, 2016 by OwenK
	finishing angle material for edge of caravan?? (Preview) any suggestions for a nice finishing angle/edging for a DIY caravan after sheeted with Aluminium composite? I can get Aluminium angle which would ok, however I was wondering about something with some pattern. Perhaps purchase thin Aluminium checker plate perhaps, cut it into lengths & fol...	mixedup	7	2538	04:49 PM Aug 17, 2016 by macka17
	Awning Strength Question (Preview) Hi everyone, being a new nomad and experiencing winter in South Australia. I'd like some advice on the use of Awning's in windy weather. In speaking with fellow travellers so far we have heard the old saying "wind up roll up". The last month or so here in Adelaide has seen some serious weather go thru wi...	Salus	26	5173	01:18 PM Aug 17, 2016 by Dougwe
	cutting small sections in 3mm Aluminium composite??? (Preview) Any suggestions re how one would normally cut small sections (e.g. handle, lock etc) in 3mm Aluminium composite? (I have a circular metal cutter blade for metal/Aluminium for the outside cuts, but wondering for the small cuts that aren't on the edges so to speak)	mixedup	12	1186	10:53 AM Aug 17, 2016 by Vince
	Pajero vs MUX (Preview) After a couple of very wet stays at caravan parks and getting stuck on soft surfaces we have decided to trade in the diesel Territory (2wd) and get a 4x4. I have narrowed my choice down to either a Pajero or an Isuzu MUX. Being a bit of a skinflint can anyone let me know what sort of economy I would expect to g...	Ianap	16	6576	03:07 PM Aug 16, 2016 by Ron-D
	Inverter (Preview) Just purchased a 2000w pure sine wave inverter . Do I need a fuse between it and the battery bank and what size fuse if any would you recommend. Would have read the instructions but it didn't come with any , (second hand but never used). Thanks Mick	goldcoaster	16	1648	09:40 AM Aug 16, 2016 by mkoziara
	Hot water problem (Preview) Gday. My uncle has just bought a second hand Jayco Expander And he's just found out the hot water doesn't work on mains water. If he needs hot water it will only work on the 12v pump, so drains his tank when he uses it. He got in touch with the previous owner and they said it's been like that since new??? Befor...	Sol	4	818	08:54 AM Aug 16, 2016 by Sol
	MAZDA 3.2 LT (Preview) I was thinking about upgrading to a 2nd hand 3.2 lt BT50. I've heard you can't wire an anderson plug direct to the battery, when the van is connected, the computer senses battery problems & disables the engine. Is this correct? if so how do you get around it. Cheers Pete	wasn_me	7	1410	07:31 AM Aug 16, 2016 by wasn_me
	Camec four seasons hatch (Preview) Hello out there First post for me After a bit of advice regarding camec four seasons installation on 97 toyota coaster Roof has 2 small raised ribs (approx 10mm high x 75 mm wide) spaced 400mm apart The hatch is 660mm wide so do I need an extra seal (other than standard issue) to instal over these ribs...	gbh	6	2257	10:27 PM Aug 15, 2016 by gbh
	water tank fitted to a troopy (Preview) I am considering fitting a water tank underneath my vehicle (troopcarrier). Anyone done a similar thing - would be interested in hearing how you got on - who you used and approximate costs. Thank you in advance. Peter	peter1	4	1798	07:58 PM Aug 15, 2016 by peter1
	Getting on the road - NP300 Nissan Navara (Preview) I'm a virgin nomad, looking to buy my first tug. However, the choice of vehicles is somewhat vast and confusing. I have been test driving options and it appears the Nissan NP300 2 door cab ute seem to be hitting the mark. Its a 2.3lt twin turbo. Has anyone had any experience with this vehicle. I am towing...	David1464	9	2458	12:30 PM Aug 15, 2016 by macka17
	Finally overcame the slow drainage issues. (Preview) Hi all. The last 3 years since we started living in our caravan we have had issues with slow drains. In the shower you would have a foot bath and the washing up water would take ages to drain. Also the getting down and pushing those darn pipes in at camp, bit tough for an old guy with lots of arthritis. It seem...	Phil C	12	2527	11:02 AM Aug 15, 2016 by Phil C
	Jeep (Preview) I am considering a Jeep Grand Cherokee to pull my Concept Caravan any one had problems or had good results? Regards Tommo	tommo	16	1564	09:12 AM Aug 15, 2016 by KevinC
	flooring - checker plate or plywood?? flooring plywood checkerplate (Preview) Currently finishing off the frame for a DIY caravan (~3600x2200). Initially I was thinking of a trailer (but it morphed into a caravan) and hence I've had the concept of flooring it with 2.1mm checker plate steel (and rust proof painting it), but now wondering what's the best. I should be ok with weigh...	mixedup	24	5316	06:52 PM Aug 14, 2016 by mixedup
	redarc pro problem (Preview) Having a problem with redarc towpro elite.when connecting up to caravan cannot get it on to auto mode.only manaul mode. The light only flashes on auto mode.but after travelling for about an 1 hour and stop .when you start up again it goes to auto straight away. But not first thing in the morning.	putz	1	698	06:41 PM Aug 13, 2016 by patrol03
	painting air con unit (Preview) Hi All As a newbie I need a bit of advice on a couple of things. The painted surface on the exterior of the ibis roof top aircon has worn away in places. I'm going to paint it but not sure if the roof is safe to stand/ kneel on. The van is a 2008 jayco Sterling outback. Also, the cover of the aircon appears to be fi...	nuttyalmond	4	905	07:51 PM Aug 12, 2016 by madaboutled
	Van Parking (Preview) Is this really the way to park a van for a fast get away Who teaches them , the full shot showed that the van was also on levelers WHY it looks fairly flat tot he eye	Wombat 280	6	1026	05:50 PM Aug 11, 2016 by Bruce and Bev
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