Techies' Corner

Motherhen · Motherhen

A regular those embarking on a big trip ask is about choosing the right communications for your travel plans. When do you need a satellite phone? What other options are available? A new expanded edition of Grant Nielsen's Staying in Touch on the Road is just out, with up to date communications and a wh...

peter1 · peter1

A quick question - we are about to head off tomorrow for 5 weeks and just found out our fridge appears to be playing up. I had it on 240volt and whilst the freezer box got cold it didn't freeze and the fridge section appeared to be not working at all. I switched over to gas and the freezer box worked OK but agai...

didi · didi

Hi guys. Like many small motorhome vans my battery, charger, and regulator are all under my bed, where a small amount of storage is too. There are holes in the top of the bed base covering this lot but my mattress is on top of this. To be honest I cant find it getting heated under there,( like it does around m...

TropicalRose · TropicalRose

Has anyone had any experience:knowledge of these? It seems to tick all the boxes as multi purpose use. It even comes with a solar panel and air compressor. Do you think you could run a small TV off one? I found one on gumtree for $250 which seems quite reasonable. Thanks

grahamg · grahamg

I needed to lower the height of my towbar by about 2 inches (big car , little van). I bought an adjustable hitch which does the job but it is about 3 inches longer. Are there any major disadvantages to having a longer hitch. I needed to extend the chain by a few inches. -- Edited by grahamg on Saturday 1...

oldtrack123 · oldtrack123

Hi Some may have got one to keep the van warm Bunnings Group LimitedHeller 2000W fan heater supplied by GAF Control Pty Ltd (FHH20A) PRA number: 2015/14545 Date published: 16th February 2015 FHH20A.jpg Product information Product description Heller 2000W fan heater with oscillating base Identi...

Azurepink · Azurepink

We have a 800w inverter. Should we run a 700w microwave oven from the 800w inverter? Any and all comments very welcome.

Dolly · Dolly

Hi all, anyone had an issue with back burn in their water heater. I have just discovered my red plastic overflow pipe has been melted near the gas flow manifold. Just interested to here from any one that has had the same problem and can perhaps give me a few tips Regards - Len

scottynbulldog · scottynbulldog

We have a 5 year old waeco that will no longer work on 12 volt. It works very well on 240 but shows a red error light as soon as we switch it over. All the leads are good and 12 volt plug.

Bruce and Bev · Bruce and Bev

I have a DMax ute and recently took it to a panelbeater to see how much it would cost to have a dent taken out of the tailgate. The dent was a "push-in" type, which had not damaged the paint and it didn't have sharp creases in the dent. He told me one of his guys would do it at the workshop for a couple...

Jaahn · Jaahn

Hi My truck has two CB radios, they were in it when I purchased it. I have not heard much of interest on either. Could people tell me what the difference is between the two types in easy understandable language. Secondly what type should I use for Nomad purposes when I get out of town a bit. Thirdly how shou...

aussie_paul · aussie_paul

While chasing down the dc voltage drop I noticed the green amplifier "on" light flicker when I moved the Wineguard amp. It appears when being soldered, the solderer!! did a lousy job at the Wineguard factory. It really would not have been nice while away to have an intermittant fault. I re...

BlodandPJ · BlodandPJ

Hi we are about to start travelling and would like some advice on what to do with our mail, we don't really have anyone to ask to use their address and forward to us, but the only option we have seen doing a search seems really expencive, any ideas please?

bowsie1 · bowsie1

Just wondering what is the best channel to be on up north of w.a. With not to much chit chat. Cheers Bowsie1

Allany · Allany

I have a GU Patrol wagon and i want to mount a fire extinguisher on the panel by the rear left hand door A rear seatbelt runs down behind this panel i think Am i going to damage the belt if i put a couple of screws in this panel? Other position suggestions would be appreciated Allan

aussie_paul · aussie_paul

Yesterday I had the opportunity to have the Pajero and van washed by a good friend and his daughter while I watched and sweated!!!! They own a truck contracting business, and also have a weighbridge. I had all the water tanks full and gear loaded as well as 3 x 10 liter water containers in the van,and incl...

diwayne · diwayne

Hi all. Looking for info re a toolbox set up in the back of my BT50 dual cab towing a fifth wheeler. Any ideas including photos would be great. Cheers Wayne.

cjt55 · cjt55

I have a Lemair XQB22 top loading washing machine and the bowl protector is now beyond repair. Does anyone know if you can buy a replacement and if so from where? Otherwise any suggestions to keep the bowl stable while travelling would be much appreciated. Cheers CJ

Renrut · Renrut

Good Park to stay with a pet at Merimbula or close by

rollingstone · rollingstone

hi all just came across an ad for a 3300 watt genquid genny for $1899.00. this is considerably less than a Yamaha one for the same wattage. they are being sold at TJM but also have their own website. my question is has anyone got one - does anyone know about these. Don't want to get a lemon just for the sak...

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	Communication devices - what works and what do YOU need? (Preview) A regular those embarking on a big trip ask is about choosing the right communications for your travel plans. When do you need a satellite phone? What other options are available? A new expanded edition of Grant Nielsen's Staying in Touch on the Road is just out, with up to date communications and a wh...	Motherhen	2	840	08:27 PM Feb 22, 2015 by mr glassies
	faulty fridge (Preview) A quick question - we are about to head off tomorrow for 5 weeks and just found out our fridge appears to be playing up. I had it on 240volt and whilst the freezer box got cold it didn't freeze and the fridge section appeared to be not working at all. I switched over to gas and the freezer box worked OK but agai...	peter1	8	1389	06:11 PM Feb 22, 2015 by woolman
	Placement of battery, charger etc (Preview) Hi guys. Like many small motorhome vans my battery, charger, and regulator are all under my bed, where a small amount of storage is too. There are holes in the top of the bed base covering this lot but my mattress is on top of this. To be honest I cant find it getting heated under there,( like it does around m...	didi	4	1227	05:58 PM Feb 22, 2015 by didi
	8ZED Titan 533 jumpstarter (Preview) Has anyone had any experience:knowledge of these? It seems to tick all the boxes as multi purpose use. It even comes with a solar panel and air compressor. Do you think you could run a small TV off one? I found one on gumtree for $250 which seems quite reasonable. Thanks	TropicalRose	5	1412	12:44 PM Feb 22, 2015 by TropicalRose
	tow bar - adjustments (Preview) I needed to lower the height of my towbar by about 2 inches (big car , little van). I bought an adjustable hitch which does the job but it is about 3 inches longer. Are there any major disadvantages to having a longer hitch. I needed to extend the chain by a few inches. -- Edited by grahamg on Saturday 1...	grahamg	3	1479	07:40 AM Feb 22, 2015 by grahamg
	Recall Bunnings Group Limited—Heller 2000W fan heater supplied by GAF Control Pty Ltd (FHH20A) (Preview) Hi Some may have got one to keep the van warm Bunnings Group LimitedHeller 2000W fan heater supplied by GAF Control Pty Ltd (FHH20A) PRA number: 2015/14545 Date published: 16th February 2015 FHH20A.jpg Product information Product description Heller 2000W fan heater with oscillating base Identi...	oldtrack123	1	1307	12:55 PM Feb 21, 2015 by oldtrack123
	Inverter question (Preview) We have a 800w inverter. Should we run a 700w microwave oven from the 800w inverter? Any and all comments very welcome.	Azurepink	10	2149	11:13 PM Feb 20, 2015 by Philw
	Water Heater - Gas Problem (Preview) Hi all, anyone had an issue with back burn in their water heater. I have just discovered my red plastic overflow pipe has been melted near the gas flow manifold. Just interested to here from any one that has had the same problem and can perhaps give me a few tips Regards - Len	Dolly	7	981	03:06 PM Feb 20, 2015 by Dolly
	Waeco won't work on 12 volt (Preview) We have a 5 year old waeco that will no longer work on 12 volt. It works very well on 240 but shows a red error light as soon as we switch it over. All the leads are good and 12 volt plug.	scottynbulldog	8	2068	09:16 PM Feb 19, 2015 by hako
	Dents in your tailgate ute (Preview) I have a DMax ute and recently took it to a panelbeater to see how much it would cost to have a dent taken out of the tailgate. The dent was a "push-in" type, which had not damaged the paint and it didn't have sharp creases in the dent. He told me one of his guys would do it at the workshop for a couple...	Bruce and Bev	9	4086	03:29 PM Feb 19, 2015 by Delta18
	Cb radios usefull types (Preview) Hi My truck has two CB radios, they were in it when I purchased it. I have not heard much of interest on either. Could people tell me what the difference is between the two types in easy understandable language. Secondly what type should I use for Nomad purposes when I get out of town a bit. Thirdly how shou...	Jaahn	19	2781	10:36 AM Feb 19, 2015 by 03_Troopy
	Possible TV problem averted.... (Preview) While chasing down the dc voltage drop I noticed the green amplifier "on" light flicker when I moved the Wineguard amp. It appears when being soldered, the solderer!! did a lousy job at the Wineguard factory. It really would not have been nice while away to have an intermittant fault. I re...	aussie_paul	5	1609	08:37 AM Feb 19, 2015 by 03_Troopy
	Mail ? what options are there? (Preview) Hi we are about to start travelling and would like some advice on what to do with our mail, we don't really have anyone to ask to use their address and forward to us, but the only option we have seen doing a search seems really expencive, any ideas please?	BlodandPJ	9	1151	12:45 AM Feb 19, 2015 by madaboutled
	2 way radio (Preview) Just wondering what is the best channel to be on up north of w.a. With not to much chit chat. Cheers Bowsie1	bowsie1	8	1718	06:45 PM Feb 18, 2015 by Dougwe
	Mounting a fire extinguisher (Preview) I have a GU Patrol wagon and i want to mount a fire extinguisher on the panel by the rear left hand door A rear seatbelt runs down behind this panel i think Am i going to damage the belt if i put a couple of screws in this panel? Other position suggestions would be appreciated Allan	Allany	2	928	11:39 AM Feb 18, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	Weights.... (Preview) Yesterday I had the opportunity to have the Pajero and van washed by a good friend and his daughter while I watched and sweated!!!! They own a truck contracting business, and also have a weighbridge. I had all the water tanks full and gear loaded as well as 3 x 10 liter water containers in the van,and incl...	aussie_paul	15	2089	11:27 PM Feb 17, 2015 by Delta18
	tool box (Preview) Hi all. Looking for info re a toolbox set up in the back of my BT50 dual cab towing a fifth wheeler. Any ideas including photos would be great. Cheers Wayne.	diwayne	3	1000	06:31 PM Feb 17, 2015 by diwayne
	Washing Machine Bowl Protector (2) (Preview) I have a Lemair XQB22 top loading washing machine and the bowl protector is now beyond repair. Does anyone know if you can buy a replacement and if so from where? Otherwise any suggestions to keep the bowl stable while travelling would be much appreciated. Cheers CJ	cjt55	2	781	04:02 PM Feb 16, 2015 by cjt55
	Caravan Park (Preview) Good Park to stay with a pet at Merimbula or close by	Renrut	5	1438	10:37 AM Feb 16, 2015 by 03_Troopy
	Genquip Generator (Preview) hi all just came across an ad for a 3300 watt genquid genny for $1899.00. this is considerably less than a Yamaha one for the same wattage. they are being sold at TJM but also have their own website. my question is has anyone got one - does anyone know about these. Don't want to get a lemon just for the sak...	rollingstone	10	3350	09:16 AM Feb 16, 2015 by ChrisJohn
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