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sufil · sufil

Mdon2R · Mdon2R

Hi all, I fitted a gas only 23L Atwood water heater to my bus a few years ago. It has always been blowing the thermal fuse for no apparent reason. Nothing seems to have overheated. Has anybody had this problem or know what the cause may be. cheers

Marken · Marken

I bought my caravan 2nd hand and was pleased that it included a 15A Ctek charger under the bed to charge the onboard battery(ies) when connected to 240V. Noticed fairly recently that it was a bit noisy but then next time I checked it was quiet (still running). Just found out that the charger now will not t...

toglhot · toglhot

I installed an Anderson plug at the rear of my tug some time ago, it is connected to the battery via a circuit breaker and heavier gauge cable, this feeds the camper fridge only when travelling. Today I traded the camper on a newish camper (5 months old) which I pick up next month. The new camper is also fit...

Baz421 · Baz421

Hi all anyone know a good diesel repair workshop in Hobart (or close by), for a 4.2 turbo Landcruiser engine check and diagnosis. Thanks baz

Cassie9 · Cassie9

I have a Sunliner Switch motorhome and want to tow a small car behind. I was thinking of an A frame either Ready Brute or Hitch n' Go. Has anyone had experience with either of these. If so can you advise pros and cons. No technical talk though as I am a solo 68yr old female and new to this wonderful life style....

Dhutime · Dhutime

Thinking of getting a chip for our Toyota landcruiser 100 s D/T. Any recommendations Which one is the best .? Motor done 220 thousand Klm . We tow a heavy van it handels it ok but would like some extra power . Dhutime

Patto44 · Patto44

I would like your considered opinions of what my problem may be.I have just replaced the deep cycle (105ah x 2) batteries with 2 new 120 ah batteries.2 days later #1 battery is down to 11v with the only draw being the portable fridge which uses about 2.4 a/h. #2 battery was still at 13v. I switched them aro...

laurieoz · laurieoz

Hi I want to put a solar panel on the roof of a Jayco Swan Outback I will use brackets and Silaflex to hold it down But I would feel better if I put some screws in the brackets as well as Silaflex Anyone know the construction under the fibre glass roof - I guess there is ply wood but I want to know the thickens of t...

Stratman77 · Stratman77

I have a Truma water heater which seems to be too efficient! On a temperature setting of 1, the water is almost hot enough to make a cuppa and it has blown the release valve once. I have had the system checked by the dealer (still under warranty) but he couldn't find any problem. He did say that I should take...

Gazook · Gazook

Trying to locate spares or a reconditioned power steering box for my 1987 Toyota Coaster. This one has done 248k and has excessive ply in the steering wheel, worn piston and worm is the problem. All I get offered is a second hand unit which is probably worn in the same areas. Any ideas thanks.

elliemike · elliemike

Going to do a routine maintenance check on my camper brakes shortly. Can I test them with a 12v battery by connecting to the appropriate pin on the plug. Every time I do the maintenance I think I should have got some info about doing it that way. Not wanting to burn wiring out of course. I have to manoeuvr...

rockylizard · rockylizard

Gday... Cheers - John

OutbackMK · OutbackMK

Since I purchased the van I have noticed on a hot day it often struggles to keep the fridge temp below 7 degrees c or better.After adding a shade awning over the vent no significant improvement was observed so I decided to add a cooling fan. The general consensus from this forum and others is to extract...

greyhoundtom · greyhoundtom

See the Windbooster throttle controllers advertised at a pretty good price, while they are supposed to improve various throttle functions nothing is cheap if its not needed or of dubious use towing a caravan. Are these a worthwhile addition to your tug for caravan towing?

Woodpecker · Woodpecker

I am hoping to change the axles from the top of the springs to underneath so as to give me extra ground clearance and was wondering if any one has advise as I have seen it done.

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi all, I did a search on the above topic here and on LCOOL. So far the 200 series does not have a the screw on the receiver and they wear out as well. Toyota made available some shims. I saw the U bolt / angle arrangement as well.(2012). I have used glazing sealent but it wears out too, over a period of time. Wr...

revemike · revemike

I would like to 'pick the brains' of owners of Ford Rangers On this forum...I have now purchased a 2014 XLS Ranger. I am getting ARB to fit draws, duel battery, canopy in January. I am also considering/researching what I should do regarding suspension. I don't intend to do anything until I have tested i...

adreamer · adreamer

Hi, My new Van a 2010 T5 VW Transporter fitted out by Dove Campers. Have had varying feedback regarding pressure in tyres. Not overloaded but as stated fitted out for travelling. Please can you tell me the pressure that should be in front and back. I am at present just driving local. Also can't read the i...

JackoFJR · JackoFJR

I have had my Engel 39lt fridge since 1992 , its the first of the grey coloured Engels , when they changed from the original , green / yellow colour , its still going strong . But I'm wondering if the newer model Engels are much more efficient as far as amps , I did ask at the Super show in Melb a couple of week...

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	Sorry just couldn't resist this one. (Preview)	sufil	6	1568	02:00 PM Mar 26, 2016 by Spook
	Atwood gas only water heater blowing thermofuse (Preview) Hi all, I fitted a gas only 23L Atwood water heater to my bus a few years ago. It has always been blowing the thermal fuse for no apparent reason. Nothing seems to have overheated. Has anybody had this problem or know what the cause may be. cheers	Mdon2R	1	728	12:01 PM Mar 25, 2016 by jules47
	Ctek charger problem (Preview) I bought my caravan 2nd hand and was pleased that it included a 15A Ctek charger under the bed to charge the onboard battery(ies) when connected to 240V. Noticed fairly recently that it was a bit noisy but then next time I checked it was quiet (still running). Just found out that the charger now will not t...	Marken	14	6727	12:29 AM Mar 25, 2016 by oldtrack123
	Isolator (Preview) I installed an Anderson plug at the rear of my tug some time ago, it is connected to the battery via a circuit breaker and heavier gauge cable, this feeds the camper fridge only when travelling. Today I traded the camper on a newish camper (5 months old) which I pick up next month. The new camper is also fit...	toglhot	5	1552	11:57 PM Mar 24, 2016 by oldtrack123
	HELP PLEASE - NEED GOOD DIESEL REPAIRER IN HOBART (Preview) Hi all anyone know a good diesel repair workshop in Hobart (or close by), for a 4.2 turbo Landcruiser engine check and diagnosis. Thanks baz	Baz421	6	2021	08:54 PM Mar 23, 2016 by Baz421
	Need advice please (Preview) I have a Sunliner Switch motorhome and want to tow a small car behind. I was thinking of an A frame either Ready Brute or Hitch n' Go. Has anyone had experience with either of these. If so can you advise pros and cons. No technical talk though as I am a solo 68yr old female and new to this wonderful life style....	Cassie9	7	2371	11:15 PM Mar 22, 2016 by ShortNorth
	Chip for Diesel motor (Preview) Thinking of getting a chip for our Toyota landcruiser 100 s D/T. Any recommendations Which one is the best .? Motor done 220 thousand Klm . We tow a heavy van it handels it ok but would like some extra power . Dhutime	Dhutime	24	4751	12:27 AM Mar 22, 2016 by Aus-Kiwi
	New Batteries (Preview) I would like your considered opinions of what my problem may be.I have just replaced the deep cycle (105ah x 2) batteries with 2 new 120 ah batteries.2 days later #1 battery is down to 11v with the only draw being the portable fridge which uses about 2.4 a/h. #2 battery was still at 13v. I switched them aro...	Patto44	12	1641	08:35 PM Mar 21, 2016 by Phil C
	Jayco Swan Outback Roof Solar (Preview) Hi I want to put a solar panel on the roof of a Jayco Swan Outback I will use brackets and Silaflex to hold it down But I would feel better if I put some screws in the brackets as well as Silaflex Anyone know the construction under the fibre glass roof - I guess there is ply wood but I want to know the thickens of t...	laurieoz	4	2686	06:19 PM Mar 21, 2016 by toglhot
	water heater issue (Preview) I have a Truma water heater which seems to be too efficient! On a temperature setting of 1, the water is almost hot enough to make a cuppa and it has blown the release valve once. I have had the system checked by the dealer (still under warranty) but he couldn't find any problem. He did say that I should take...	Stratman77	8	1241	05:35 PM Mar 21, 2016 by Stratman77
	Power steering box problems. (Preview) Trying to locate spares or a reconditioned power steering box for my 1987 Toyota Coaster. This one has done 248k and has excessive ply in the steering wheel, worn piston and worm is the problem. All I get offered is a second hand unit which is probably worn in the same areas. Any ideas thanks.	Gazook	12	4315	05:07 PM Mar 21, 2016 by Dale
	Testing Electric Brakes. (Preview) Going to do a routine maintenance check on my camper brakes shortly. Can I test them with a 12v battery by connecting to the appropriate pin on the plug. Every time I do the maintenance I think I should have got some info about doing it that way. Not wanting to burn wiring out of course. I have to manoeuvr...	elliemike	6	1551	11:45 PM Mar 20, 2016 by elliemike
	Perfectionist?? (Preview) Gday... Cheers - John	rockylizard	13	2224	12:30 PM Mar 20, 2016 by Phil C
	Adding a cooling fan to a improve the efficiency of a 3 way fridge on a Jayco Starcraft poptop. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Since I purchased the van I have noticed on a hot day it often struggles to keep the fridge temp below 7 degrees c or better.After adding a shade awning over the vent no significant improvement was observed so I decided to add a cooling fan. The general consensus from this forum and others is to extract...	OutbackMK	35	5131	06:59 AM Mar 20, 2016 by jade46
	Throttle Controllers (Preview) See the Windbooster throttle controllers advertised at a pretty good price, while they are supposed to improve various throttle functions nothing is cheap if its not needed or of dubious use towing a caravan. Are these a worthwhile addition to your tug for caravan towing?	greyhoundtom	22	13661	08:32 PM Mar 19, 2016 by greyhoundtom
	Reversing the axles on a dual axle 19ft 6 inch Jayco Starcraft (Preview) I am hoping to change the axles from the top of the springs to underneath so as to give me extra ground clearance and was wondering if any one has advise as I have seen it done.	Woodpecker	14	3413	09:09 PM Mar 18, 2016 by Aus-Kiwi
	Stopping goose neck from moving in the receiver (Preview) Hi all, I did a search on the above topic here and on LCOOL. So far the 200 series does not have a the screw on the receiver and they wear out as well. Toyota made available some shims. I saw the U bolt / angle arrangement as well.(2012). I have used glazing sealent but it wears out too, over a period of time. Wr...	Hey Jim	15	2119	09:05 PM Mar 18, 2016 by Aus-Kiwi
	Ford Ranger suspension research question (Preview) I would like to 'pick the brains' of owners of Ford Rangers On this forum...I have now purchased a 2014 XLS Ranger. I am getting ARB to fit draws, duel battery, canopy in January. I am also considering/researching what I should do regarding suspension. I don't intend to do anything until I have tested i...	revemike	19	9661	02:34 PM Mar 18, 2016 by revemike
	TYRE PRESSURE? (Preview) Hi, My new Van a 2010 T5 VW Transporter fitted out by Dove Campers. Have had varying feedback regarding pressure in tyres. Not overloaded but as stated fitted out for travelling. Please can you tell me the pressure that should be in front and back. I am at present just driving local. Also can't read the i...	adreamer	1	1195	09:48 PM Mar 16, 2016 by Woody n Sue
	Engel Amps (Preview) I have had my Engel 39lt fridge since 1992 , its the first of the grey coloured Engels , when they changed from the original , green / yellow colour , its still going strong . But I'm wondering if the newer model Engels are much more efficient as far as amps , I did ask at the Super show in Melb a couple of week...	JackoFJR	16	2533	11:15 AM Mar 15, 2016 by oldtrack123
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