Techies' Corner

lockie and me · lockie and me

I have 5000 w gen it makes a bit of noise / so I run it between 2am and 4am when everyone is asleep as not to annoy anyone // But it still causes trouble,, sorry for that,, I have bought 2 80 watt panels and all the gear // the trouble is the panels have front and back stamped on them.. The problem is which way d...

Trevor law · Trevor law

I lost my trailer plug whilst travelling this morning .Come to wire a new one connected all wires all working .But I have 2 large wires which i don't know were they go can any help

Bruce and Bev · Bruce and Bev

I have an 800 watt pure sine wave invertor installed under one of our dining suites and leave it constantly switched on and a multi-board plugged into it. We keep our two laptops almost constantly plugged into it. Our power either comes from 240 mains or solar via batteries or Anderson plug to tow veh...

ABOUT · ABOUT

Dose anyone know if is best to replace the whole filter or just new seal and filter I believe ours was over tightened when service as a weep has now became a fountain, WITH THANKS

Jim Moon · Jim Moon

I received excellent service recently when I emailed Westar Truck Centre for a cabin lens for my Isuzu Elf. Not only did they research the vehicle by the VIN that I supplied, but they found the appropriate part for the N-Series equivalent, emailed me a fixed price quote (good price, too), and COD couri...

iana · iana

I am considering getting a Fifth wheeler made for us, and have been putting thought to the additions that can/should be installed. I was thinking on putting a high reliance on solar power, rather than using the portable generator. My question is this, solar panels hard mounted on the roof, do they rea...

Plendo · Plendo

This thread is transferred out of a thread by Iana which was initially started as a general discussion on solar panels, addressing aspects of a split system install were taking the thread off topic, so I have moved it to a separate thread. While initially answering a question from Reed, others are of c...

Gus1949 · Gus1949

I have two 120w panels on the roof of the van and a portable 120w which I have not used yet. The roof panels have a 40amp in line fuse near the batteries, should the portable panel also be fused? It come with alligator clips inferring it can be connected directly but I am not sure this would be a good idea. My...

GROMET · GROMET

OK for all that are interested I have arranged the weighbridge to be available for our use on Saturday 11th January2014 from 8.00am The location will be EP Freight Wilkins Rd Gillman between browing St and hanson Rd (opposite the motor bike track) Take this opportunity to weigh your van and tug and hav...

iana · iana

Just going through the components of a van I may get built, I notice in the standard specs they list a 12 volt compressor type fridge. Option is the three way absorption type fridge. Now I know the obvious, I had a three way in my camper trailer, but I am wondering what the advantages of one type over the oth...

barina · barina

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Top-Seller-Sine-Wave-150-300W-Power-Inverter-w-USB-12V-240V-Car-Boat-Caravan-/261460619103?pt=AU_Boat_Parts_Accessories&;hash=item3ce0446f5f

iana · iana

My thread on "Do Solar panels really Work" seems to have lost the topic a little, so I'm starting a new one. It appears the average fit-out of panels is about 250W and it seems two deep cycle batteries of about 100 AH each. However the way I see it, the batteries are charged by the towing vehicle...

JackLC · JackLC

Hoping that you Retreat Caravan owners may be able to help me with a little information. My darling wife is buying me a Weber Baby Q (High Top) for my birthday and I want to be able to store this in the tunnel boot of the Retreat Hamilton that we have on order but I am not sure that it will fit. Could anyone tell...

wasn_me · wasn_me

Hi, I'm currently driving a manual 3lt BT-50. I'm thinking of changing to an ISUZU MU-X. I'm looking at the LS_U automatic, 2 wheel drive. The reason I want to change is more comfort, & auto. The only disadvantage I can see is the ability to carry a lot of crap that rarely gets used. (shovels axes etc)...

Cruising Cruze · Cruising Cruze

http://www.sbs.com.au/food/recipes/dutch-doughnuts-oliebollen

Santa · Santa

Just replaced all of the lights and fittings in our motorhome with LED's, 10 in all, great success. This consisted of replacing 4 x 12 volt fluorescent fittings and 6 x quartz halogen bulbs, lighting level is remarkably better and power consumption reduced by approx 2/3rd's. Total cost from Jaycar a...

Jim Moon · Jim Moon

Hi. Looking for an operator manual for an Isuzu Elf truck, so I can work out what the AT Mode switch is, and other things. Am prepping it for a 1500k trip. In a perfect world, I am seeking a manual for an Outback Express but from what I've seen on some other sites, such a beast doesn't exist. Thanks in advanc...

tzjolly · tzjolly

Looking for anyone out there who has installed a small split system in a Flamingo or Swan. I have a Flamingo. I reckon it could be just squeezed in on the back wall below the below rear bed? Would probably need to be largely recessed out the back of the van to enable access to the microwave. Bit neverous abo...

aussietraveller · aussietraveller

If your van, mobile home etc has a fire extinguisher and it is getting towards 10 yrs old or older it needs to be replaced, I was walking through Aldi yesterday and noticed that they had 1kg powder type A,B &E for sale at $19.99 which is a reasonable price. Should your extinguisher by less than 10 year...

pawsoz · pawsoz

During some windy weather just prior to Christmas one of the support arms on one of my push out windows snapped off when a strong gust of wind went through. The remaining arm does hold the window open but I need to find a way to 'help' it so that it too does not break, these window parts are really expensive...

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	new at this changing from gen to sola (Preview) I have 5000 w gen it makes a bit of noise / so I run it between 2am and 4am when everyone is asleep as not to annoy anyone // But it still causes trouble,, sorry for that,, I have bought 2 80 watt panels and all the gear // the trouble is the panels have front and back stamped on them.. The problem is which way d...	lockie and me	26	1843	04:05 PM Jan 9, 2015 by Radar
	7 pin round trailer plug (Preview) I lost my trailer plug whilst travelling this morning .Come to wire a new one connected all wires all working .But I have 2 large wires which i don't know were they go can any help	Trevor law	5	990	12:28 AM Jan 8, 2015 by snapper49
	Invertors turned on 24/7 (Preview) I have an 800 watt pure sine wave invertor installed under one of our dining suites and leave it constantly switched on and a multi-board plugged into it. We keep our two laptops almost constantly plugged into it. Our power either comes from 240 mains or solar via batteries or Anderson plug to tow veh...	Bruce and Bev	8	1635	09:27 PM Jan 7, 2015 by in transit
	Leaking fuel filter on FIAT DUCATO (Preview) Dose anyone know if is best to replace the whole filter or just new seal and filter I believe ours was over tightened when service as a weep has now became a fountain, WITH THANKS	ABOUT	5	1178	08:51 PM Jan 7, 2015 by ABOUT
	Isuzu Elf parts with great service... (Preview) I received excellent service recently when I emailed Westar Truck Centre for a cabin lens for my Isuzu Elf. Not only did they research the vehicle by the VIN that I supplied, but they found the appropriate part for the N-Series equivalent, emailed me a fixed price quote (good price, too), and COD couri...	Jim Moon	1	827	06:03 PM Jan 7, 2015 by Bruce and Bev
	Installed solar panels do they really work? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I am considering getting a Fifth wheeler made for us, and have been putting thought to the additions that can/should be installed. I was thinking on putting a high reliance on solar power, rather than using the portable generator. My question is this, solar panels hard mounted on the roof, do they rea...	iana	42	2819	01:50 PM Jan 7, 2015 by PeterD
	Split System Power Consumption. (Preview) This thread is transferred out of a thread by Iana which was initially started as a general discussion on solar panels, addressing aspects of a split system install were taking the thread off topic, so I have moved it to a separate thread. While initially answering a question from Reed, others are of c...	Plendo	15	4247	01:28 PM Jan 7, 2015 by Plendo
	Should portable solar panels be fused? (Preview) I have two 120w panels on the roof of the van and a portable 120w which I have not used yet. The roof panels have a 40amp in line fuse near the batteries, should the portable panel also be fused? It come with alligator clips inferring it can be connected directly but I am not sure this would be a good idea. My...	Gus1949	8	1320	12:38 AM Jan 7, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	SETUP WEIGHTS SATURDAY 11/1/14 (Preview) OK for all that are interested I have arranged the weighbridge to be available for our use on Saturday 11th January2014 from 8.00am The location will be EP Freight Wilkins Rd Gillman between browing St and hanson Rd (opposite the motor bike track) Take this opportunity to weigh your van and tug and hav...	GROMET	12	925	10:53 PM Jan 6, 2015 by GROMET
	Caravan Fridge Types (Preview) Just going through the components of a van I may get built, I notice in the standard specs they list a 12 volt compressor type fridge. Option is the three way absorption type fridge. Now I know the obvious, I had a three way in my camper trailer, but I am wondering what the advantages of one type over the oth...	iana	14	3725	10:01 PM Jan 6, 2015 by SnowT
	Sine wave inverter (Preview) http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Top-Seller-Sine-Wave-150-300W-Power-Inverter-w-USB-12V-240V-Car-Boat-Caravan-/261460619103?pt=AU_Boat_Parts_Accessories&;hash=item3ce0446f5f	barina	13	1826	11:38 AM Jan 6, 2015 by Russue
	More on solar panels (Preview) My thread on "Do Solar panels really Work" seems to have lost the topic a little, so I'm starting a new one. It appears the average fit-out of panels is about 250W and it seems two deep cycle batteries of about 100 AH each. However the way I see it, the batteries are charged by the towing vehicle...	iana	25	1995	09:18 PM Jan 5, 2015 by iana
	Retreat Caravan - Tunnel Boot Dimensions (Preview) Hoping that you Retreat Caravan owners may be able to help me with a little information. My darling wife is buying me a Weber Baby Q (High Top) for my birthday and I want to be able to store this in the tunnel boot of the Retreat Hamilton that we have on order but I am not sure that it will fit. Could anyone tell...	JackLC	9	3511	06:17 PM Jan 5, 2015 by JackLC
	ISUZU MU-X (Preview) Hi, I'm currently driving a manual 3lt BT-50. I'm thinking of changing to an ISUZU MU-X. I'm looking at the LS_U automatic, 2 wheel drive. The reason I want to change is more comfort, & auto. The only disadvantage I can see is the ability to carry a lot of crap that rarely gets used. (shovels axes etc)...	wasn_me	11	7827	02:46 PM Jan 5, 2015 by Delta18
	Oliebollen (Preview) http://www.sbs.com.au/food/recipes/dutch-doughnuts-oliebollen	Cruising Cruze	10	1446	12:15 PM Jan 5, 2015 by Kisha
	Replaced motorhome lights with LED's. (Preview) Just replaced all of the lights and fittings in our motorhome with LED's, 10 in all, great success. This consisted of replacing 4 x 12 volt fluorescent fittings and 6 x quartz halogen bulbs, lighting level is remarkably better and power consumption reduced by approx 2/3rd's. Total cost from Jaycar a...	Santa	7	1188	10:39 AM Jan 4, 2015 by Cruising Cruze
	Operator Manual for Isuzu Elf (4wd pref)... (Preview) Hi. Looking for an operator manual for an Isuzu Elf truck, so I can work out what the AT Mode switch is, and other things. Am prepping it for a 1500k trip. In a perfect world, I am seeking a manual for an Outback Express but from what I've seen on some other sites, such a beast doesn't exist. Thanks in advanc...	Jim Moon	2	1099	08:12 PM Jan 3, 2015 by Bruce and Bev
	Split system in Jayco Swan or Flamingo? (Preview) Looking for anyone out there who has installed a small split system in a Flamingo or Swan. I have a Flamingo. I reckon it could be just squeezed in on the back wall below the below rear bed? Would probably need to be largely recessed out the back of the van to enable access to the microwave. Bit neverous abo...	tzjolly	8	2202	09:29 PM Jan 2, 2015 by Roving-Dutchy
	Fire Extinguisher replacement (Preview) If your van, mobile home etc has a fire extinguisher and it is getting towards 10 yrs old or older it needs to be replaced, I was walking through Aldi yesterday and noticed that they had 1kg powder type A,B &E for sale at $19.99 which is a reasonable price. Should your extinguisher by less than 10 year...	aussietraveller	1	724	01:03 AM Jan 2, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	Push out style motorhome windows (Preview) During some windy weather just prior to Christmas one of the support arms on one of my push out windows snapped off when a strong gust of wind went through. The remaining arm does hold the window open but I need to find a way to 'help' it so that it too does not break, these window parts are really expensive...	pawsoz	3	1081	10:09 PM Jan 1, 2015 by PeterD
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