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Why is the water tank outlet on the RHS of a caravan?
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Just dipping my toes in here. I notice most caravans have the water tank filler, equaliser and outlet pipes on the RHS of the van. I agree the filler should be on the right side away from the entertainment area of the van (ie the left side) as any water spillage from filling is muddy and inconvenient. How...
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Ian195
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Recurve Diesel tuning
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Does anybody have any experience with the Recurve tuning modules? It is my understanding that they come preprogrammed for your vehicle with 5 user selectable programmes that you can change by plugging in the module and altering your cars ECU mapping. One of the programmes is standard setting so if n...
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46jade
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Chemical Fire Starter
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Hi All, Over the weekend there was one of those four wheel drive shows that I was watching while engaged in talking to friends, so I wasn't paying much attention. The commentator mentioned that he was going to start a fire and I thought that he was going to rub two sticks together or something. But he too...
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Long Weekend
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Satking pro problem
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Satlking pro will not lock on to satellite was working great great. Kip
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Marlene6
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Anderson Plug Installation
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We have a 2014 Jayco Starcraft and I want to install an Anderson plug for a solar panel/blanket (not decided which yet). The battery is easily accessible under the seat by the internal wheel arch and I planned to connect the wires to the battery go through the floor and install the Anderson plug underne...
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Kerry_Debbie
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Sphere TV updates
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Does anyone know how to update the Sphere TV? I have tried to download some apps, Netflix, Foxtel Go, but get a message stating the TV is not compatible. It is supposed to be a smart TVs but doesnt seem very smart to me. Cheers
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Seaeagle63
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Thoughts and Ideas on Dometic RM4606 Issues
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Hello all,We took possession of our new Atlantic Endeavour 18.6ft caravan late last November 2022.It came fitted with the Dometic RM4606 T rated fridge freezer.Also, one very important point is that shortly after we took possession from our local dealer, they closed shop, so we no longer have them...
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Lloyd-Vicki
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Pressure Regulating Valve
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We have been on the road for a couple of months mostly in outback red dust country during that time the water pressure in the van dropped off to just a trickle, I bought a new pressure regulating valve for $70 when we got to Canarvon and replaced the old one - problem solved. My question is would putting a p...
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The Belmont Bear
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Foam for the Interior Vent of an Air Command Air Conditioner
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Black Foam is about 40mm x 12mm by 1.6m that cool/hot air travels thru for temperature control in the caravan. Local Clarke Rubber do not stock this type of Foam anymore. Suggestions on where to purchase. Thanks
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PeterInSa
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instantaneous hws
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My saga with E9 fault on camec hws has almost arrived at the point where I am considering surrender and buying a new one. Any recommendations for a reliable and efficient unit. Thanks.
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Petemox
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Truma HWS
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Hello I have just built a camper and installed a Truma 14litre HWS. I am not having much luck getting the thing working. I have been on the blower to Truma and checked off everything they suggested to get the thing going, gas pressure, changed regulator, wired directly to the battery, volts and amps ar...
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Malibubob
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Ford Ranger slipping auto
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I have aPX1 Ranger with a slipping auto transmission. If I park it facing uphill overnight the next morning there is definite slipping of the trans when I put it in gear and drive forward. this morning when I had the caravan attached the trans just slipt and the vehicle wouldn't move at all. I disconnect...
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Gus1949
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Mods to my avan cruiseliner
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Heres some mods I just did to my new 2011 camper drawbar stabilizers 12v setup, storage, pull out stove -- Edited by whatsa on Sunday 25th of June 2023 01:41:50 PM
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Dometic weaco cfx75 Dual zone problem
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Hi Brains trust, I have a Dometic weaco cfx75 Dual zone - i noticed the light in one side was flashing and have determined this is indicating that the lid for that side has 'been open for more then 3 minutes' even though the lid is latching shut properly. I connected the fridge to the app and i can see that i...
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Burto
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Trail-a-Mate losing lifting travel
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My 3 year old Trail-a-mate is losing how much travel it has when trying to lift caravan off the car. Tow ball weight is approx 300 kg. There is no evidence of oil leaking and I have tried the prescribed method to bleed air from the reservoir but no improvement. Any suggestions to remedy.
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Monty10
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help with Waco
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I have a Waco fridge freezer. When I operate it on DC for awhile the power light flashers yellow.I have tried it AC direct (it works ok)I have tried it AC through a charger ( its ok until I turn of DC)In the book it states low power, when I put a multi meter on it shows 12.5V
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johns
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gas guzzlers
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I've just finished watching The Graen on the ABC. The lead story was how manufacturers advertise their Utes. Well worth watching.
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jegog
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camec instantaneous hot water system E9 error
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Hi I have an E9 error come up on the camec instantaneaous hot water system WH-1.5 The manual informs me that this is to do with the water flow switch. Water flow is still as strong as it ever was so I am thinking a faulty switch. Has anyone else had this happen and was it the flow switch at the back right hand...
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Petemox
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Tow ball removal
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Has anybody come across a requirement to remove towballs from your vehicle when leaving the caravan in the park etc. I have now heard from a couple of different.sources that drivers are being find in Mout Gambier ad the Riverlamd.for not removing g them.
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Pam_Chris
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Tyre Pressure in Winter- check it please
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For those unlucky enough to be in cold country for the next few months. Your tyre pressures will decrease. Physics of some sort. Also they will lose pressure more quickly, So, check your pressures and maybe add 1-2 psi to your normal.
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