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Nomad1946 · Nomad1946

We have a 1994 Toyota Landcruiser Diesel. Often we have to go through a long procedure of ignition on, wait, fire, ignition off, wait, ignition on, wait, fire up when she is cold. she once would tick over on first try ..... What should we check out .... any suggestions?

Ondabeach · Ondabeach

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/400483557884?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Nomad1946 · Nomad1946

The safety chain on our 'van is a tad short and we currently use two D shackles to attach each chain to the tug. All shackles are rated 3.2T. Are we "legal"?? Or should we have the safety chains removed and longer attached?

Marken · Marken

Hi Guys Has anyone had anything to do with an Aqua-Tech water pump? Mine failed while away this month and while doing some "running repairs"I am sure that I lost a very thin rubber washer between the pump housing and the switch housing. The diaphragm is ok and intact as is the gasket within th...

goldcoaster · goldcoaster

I had a incident recently where a person walked behind me while I was reversing into a spot , he said I should have a reversing horn ,he was in no danger but had to comment on this issue . As I have had trucks most of my life and this is one of the first things they check at the yearly inspections I thought you a...

Aus-Kiwi · Aus-Kiwi

How are the shower taps generally held on ? Is it just the tap cover ? The shower connection has come lose . I need to replace it . I'm not well designed for these tight areas .. Fitting new shower hose is easy they said !! Sheesh .

Karlene · Karlene

Does anyone know where I can get an electronic copy of the service / workshop manual for this generator? (Not the owner's manual - already have one). An internet search gave me a couple of links to suspicious looking download web sites so I don't want to risk spending money on those.

possumyvonne · possumyvonne

hi all, well been busy sorting out my shed and came across my old generator which i forgot was in there after 11yrs. just wondering if any one has one as i cant seem to get it to spark. i put in a new plug today, its the smallest one ive ever seen nkg cm6 $15.oo its great for running lights and my inverter so if an...

Birdo · Birdo

Hi Are there any members with the G and S self levelling legs or do you know anybody that has them ? They look very good but I would like to know more about them. I think they are about $4000. cheers Col. -- Edited by Birdo on Friday 29th of May 2015 08:32:30 AM

tonyd · tonyd

I like the phone, but when you dial a number, it makes an irritatingly loud "ping" as every digit is pushed. Is there a way to stop this? The Nokia manual is no help. Cheers, Tony

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi all, Went over to Jayco in Sydney today to check out a few things on simular vans to our new vans arrival in December. Many of the vans in the yard, have the jockey wheel brackets, welded to the outside of the A frame. The 2015 models now have the same welded to the centre of the A frame. I assume for bett...

2foot6 · 2foot6

CV Joint Aust Pty Ltd3 Ton 4WD 60" Recovery Farm Jack Lifter 4x4 Camper Trailer Off Road 4x4 Hi LiftPRA number: 2015/14711 Date published: 26th May 2015 Product informationProduct description4WD jack 3 Ton 4WD 60" Recovery Farm Jack Lifter 4x4 Camper Trailer Off Road (FJ-60 x 1)I...

Jamie58 · Jamie58

Hi I am hoping someone can help to get me in touch with Jim & Annette (The Silver Gypsies) regarding their old Windsor Genesis Caravan. Could they please contact me on 0419 793 985 or email jwfranks@bigpond.com. Thanking everyone in advance and hoping this message reaches them. Kind Regards Ja...

matty_turbo · matty_turbo

Hi everyone,My wife and I have decided to travel around Australia with our 3 year old before she starts school. Weve picked out a new Jayco Starcraft Outback that has an ATM of 2400kgs and a ball weight of around 240kgs.To tow it we have purchased a 2013 manual Mazda BT50 GT with a steel bar, canopy etc.I...

Phil Owen · Phil Owen

Just took delivery of our aluminium canopy. ARE VENTS required ? It is fully enclosed and dust proof with rubber seals. In side I will have second agm battery and Engel fridge so I am expecting some form condensation. Could and body advise me of what sort of air vents are available as they must be waterpr...

OliverD · OliverD

This might be in the wrong place, I couldn't find a section for our 'toys', if so, Sorry! And feel free to move it :) Anyway. HI! I've been using these forums for a while now and I must say the help and knowledge I've gained from you guys is great and I think It's time to become a fully fledged member! I've j...

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi everyone, I saw just a little while back Someone posted about one month ago (Reply to a topic Regarding water) a bit on how they installed a bye pass tap (I Think) to their water tanks. Thus saving water till the hot water to their shower flowed from the gas water heater. I have used the above (Searc...

helnev · helnev

Can anyone tell me the pros and cons if i was to fit air bags to the rear of my ford territory to help level the car while towing my van

DMaxer · DMaxer

Has anyone used these type of levellers. I would appreciate your general advice especially as to using levellers when travelling solo. Thanks in anticipation.

Gundog · Gundog

I have seen a 2008 Jayco Sterling 25footer dual slide out for sale. Considering going and have a look. what should I be looking at to ensure its a good one.

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	Diesel difficult to start when cold ... (Preview) We have a 1994 Toyota Landcruiser Diesel. Often we have to go through a long procedure of ignition on, wait, fire, ignition off, wait, ignition on, wait, fire up when she is cold. she once would tick over on first try ..... What should we check out .... any suggestions?	Nomad1946	7	1249	08:33 AM Jun 2, 2015 by Woody n Sue
	Alternative to banned cookers (Preview) http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/400483557884?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT	Ondabeach	20	2213	01:43 PM Jun 1, 2015 by oldtrack123
	Chains 'n' Shackles (Preview) The safety chain on our 'van is a tad short and we currently use two D shackles to attach each chain to the tug. All shackles are rated 3.2T. Are we "legal"?? Or should we have the safety chains removed and longer attached?	Nomad1946	8	1504	03:47 PM May 31, 2015 by Hey Jim
	Aqua-Tech water pressure pump. (Preview) Hi Guys Has anyone had anything to do with an Aqua-Tech water pump? Mine failed while away this month and while doing some "running repairs"I am sure that I lost a very thin rubber washer between the pump housing and the switch housing. The diaphragm is ok and intact as is the gasket within th...	Marken	0	577	11:28 PM May 30, 2015 by Marken
	Reversing Horn for Motorhomes (Preview) I had a incident recently where a person walked behind me while I was reversing into a spot , he said I should have a reversing horn ,he was in no danger but had to comment on this issue . As I have had trucks most of my life and this is one of the first things they check at the yearly inspections I thought you a...	goldcoaster	12	1357	09:37 PM May 30, 2015 by Solo Steve
	Shower tap replacement (Preview) How are the shower taps generally held on ? Is it just the tap cover ? The shower connection has come lose . I need to replace it . I'm not well designed for these tight areas .. Fitting new shower hose is easy they said !! Sheesh .	Aus-Kiwi	7	1374	06:26 PM May 30, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	Workshop manual for Honda EU20i generator (Preview) Does anyone know where I can get an electronic copy of the service / workshop manual for this generator? (Not the owner's manual - already have one). An internet search gave me a couple of links to suspicious looking download web sites so I don't want to risk spending money on those.	Karlene	5	6623	05:56 PM May 30, 2015 by Izabarack
	honda em300 generator, who can help (Preview) hi all, well been busy sorting out my shed and came across my old generator which i forgot was in there after 11yrs. just wondering if any one has one as i cant seem to get it to spark. i put in a new plug today, its the smallest one ive ever seen nkg cm6 $15.oo its great for running lights and my inverter so if an...	possumyvonne	28	10972	03:24 PM May 30, 2015 by DeBe
	G and S self levelling legs (Preview) Hi Are there any members with the G and S self levelling legs or do you know anybody that has them ? They look very good but I would like to know more about them. I think they are about $4000. cheers Col. -- Edited by Birdo on Friday 29th of May 2015 08:32:30 AM	Birdo	15	2474	07:51 AM May 30, 2015 by Bill B
	Help please with Nokia Lumia 520 phone (Preview) I like the phone, but when you dial a number, it makes an irritatingly loud "ping" as every digit is pushed. Is there a way to stop this? The Nokia manual is no help. Cheers, Tony	tonyd	3	439	11:49 PM May 29, 2015 by tonyd
	POSITION of JAYCO JOCKEY WHEEL (Preview) Hi all, Went over to Jayco in Sydney today to check out a few things on simular vans to our new vans arrival in December. Many of the vans in the yard, have the jockey wheel brackets, welded to the outside of the A frame. The 2015 models now have the same welded to the centre of the A frame. I assume for bett...	Hey Jim	7	3666	05:58 PM May 29, 2015 by Wombat 280
	Camper Trailer Jack Recall (Preview) CV Joint Aust Pty Ltd3 Ton 4WD 60" Recovery Farm Jack Lifter 4x4 Camper Trailer Off Road 4x4 Hi LiftPRA number: 2015/14711 Date published: 26th May 2015 Product informationProduct description4WD jack 3 Ton 4WD 60" Recovery Farm Jack Lifter 4x4 Camper Trailer Off Road (FJ-60 x 1)I...	2foot6	1	935	07:41 AM May 28, 2015 by 03_Troopy
	HELP - Looking for 'The Silver Gypsies' - Jim & Annette (Preview) Hi I am hoping someone can help to get me in touch with Jim & Annette (The Silver Gypsies) regarding their old Windsor Genesis Caravan. Could they please contact me on 0419 793 985 or email jwfranks@bigpond.com. Thanking everyone in advance and hoping this message reaches them. Kind Regards Ja...	Jamie58	0	508	09:28 AM May 27, 2015 by Jamie58
	BT50 Suspension (Preview) Hi everyone,My wife and I have decided to travel around Australia with our 3 year old before she starts school. Weve picked out a new Jayco Starcraft Outback that has an ATM of 2400kgs and a ball weight of around 240kgs.To tow it we have purchased a 2013 manual Mazda BT50 GT with a steel bar, canopy etc.I...	matty_turbo	17	6390	09:54 PM May 25, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	Aluminium canopy. ARE VENTS required? (Preview) Just took delivery of our aluminium canopy. ARE VENTS required ? It is fully enclosed and dust proof with rubber seals. In side I will have second agm battery and Engel fridge so I am expecting some form condensation. Could and body advise me of what sort of air vents are available as they must be waterpr...	Phil Owen	9	7569	07:19 PM May 25, 2015 by elliemike
	Space saving table for smaller vans (Preview) This might be in the wrong place, I couldn't find a section for our 'toys', if so, Sorry! And feel free to move it :) Anyway. HI! I've been using these forums for a while now and I must say the help and knowledge I've gained from you guys is great and I think It's time to become a fully fledged member! I've j...	OliverD	2	904	01:37 PM May 25, 2015 by hako
	SAVING HOT WATER FLOW (Preview) Hi everyone, I saw just a little while back Someone posted about one month ago (Reply to a topic Regarding water) a bit on how they installed a bye pass tap (I Think) to their water tanks. Thus saving water till the hot water to their shower flowed from the gas water heater. I have used the above (Searc...	Hey Jim	0	676	02:47 PM May 24, 2015 by Hey Jim
	Air Bags (Preview) Can anyone tell me the pros and cons if i was to fit air bags to the rear of my ford territory to help level the car while towing my van	helnev	4	1252	08:33 PM May 23, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	Andersen Levellers (Preview) Has anyone used these type of levellers. I would appreciate your general advice especially as to using levellers when travelling solo. Thanks in anticipation.	DMaxer	4	1694	08:28 PM May 23, 2015 by OMD
	Jayco Sterling (Preview) I have seen a 2008 Jayco Sterling 25footer dual slide out for sale. Considering going and have a look. what should I be looking at to ensure its a good one.	Gundog	2	1312	01:45 PM May 22, 2015 by Magnarc
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