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Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

There must be many GN thinking of changing to lithium instead of new AGM batteries when the current crop blow out. Who has made the change in a Jayco with the Setec charger/console ? Are "drop-ins" a viable proposition long term Or did you have to change everything? Bloody confusing 'specially now t...

harrydiculous · harrydiculous

Hi I wonder if anyone can help me with the name of this laminate? (Attached file) And, of course, where I might source it. The corners of the ceiling are water damaged and I want to patch it. I've waterproofed the roof with EternaBond from Amazon and I'm satisfied that the leaks have been stopped. (W...

No Postcode · No Postcode

Hi, I have a 2010 Iveco 50C17 and when starting up a "Service:" light comes on (not every time, but most) on the dash with EBD, ABS and ESP at different times. It goes off within 5 seconds and doesn't come back on. It has no effect on the vehicle handling or braking capabilities and when I took it into the Ive...

Inverter · Inverter

Hi, when I power on my charger letters, ( r0.9) comes up first then ( OLC) then the power on light starts flashing and alarm sounds the battery is sitting on 12.3volts, It has a temperature sensor on the negative pole but the battery is cool, any idea's?

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

I have a Jayco Starcraft Van and lighting in van and outside van are TURNED ON & OFF by multi button switch and hidden in cupboard is SPHERE 6 BUTTON CONTROL PANEL i presume is master unit . Lights are not working , hence i believe requires a new master unit that i can buy off spares parts place in Canber...

Phil P · Phil P

Hi all, I've just purchased a 2nd hand Heyman Reese WDH System (Classic - Medium) and it included the adjustable shank (215mm drop). It sits quite low on my Triton and the bottom of the shank scrapes my driveway when going up/down. If I flip it upside down I can get the tow ball height within a few centime...

gold dandelion · gold dandelion

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Graz · Graz

On my 2012 Windsor Rapid RAC442s in the front outside storage box there is a wired Anderson plug going into a wall panel marked SOLAR. I have no idea what this Anderson plug connection is for, because no power charges the batteries if I connect a solar panel to this and checking my battery voltage meter...

BARME1 · BARME1

We have a bt 50 with the 3.2 diesel 6 speed auto just clocked 180.00 heading back out on the road in august just wondering wether to get a diesel chip or dyno tune and remapp any suggestion towing 2020 new age gegko ute does have afew extras

Craig1 · Craig1

I had the toilet cassette out today and then could see light coming through on the outside edge of toilet seat support curve. Looks like "someone",(factory person) has applied silicone over the mastic to cover original poor application from 2014. Once I remove the offending goop, what is the best pr...

Supercattonk · Supercattonk

Hi, have coromal 2008 fitted with Megavox radio which is past use by date. Would appreciate any help with suitable replacement as Megavox not serviced in Oz. Need good quality replacement that will fit existing aperture. Thanks.

Craig1 · Craig1

Went to put on new shower head this morning, can you see my issue ?

punch and judi · punch and judi

i have a jayco starcraft 2015 caravan model 16.51. Inside the skylight there is a sliding flyscreen and sliding blockout consetina blind. Somehow the cord on the side of the sliding flyscreen has come off. I have tried to put it back into position and that works until i try and slide it and then it just c...

Izabarack · Izabarack

I just opened a new tube of Silicone and used a very small amount. So, Im asking for suggestions for storing the unused portion so that it remains usable for the longest time. I have heard conflicting advice on storing the remains of the tube in either the fridge or the Freezer. Anyone with experienc...

jegog · jegog

https://www.trailercaravansuperstore.com.au/product/automotive-and-accessories/4wd-towing-accessories/drawbar-pins-towing-4wd-and-automotive/anti-rattle-hitch-bracket/

Weven · Weven

I have ALKO Rubber Torsion Bar suspension and have just completed a 11,500k trip to Darwin and return and have to say how appalling the roads are. My van towed well but I felt it would probably shock me if I was in the van as it was travelling as items lift in the deep shower tray on the wall would end up on the...

ilcag · ilcag

hi all, i have a 2021 ISUZU MUX would like more power whilst towing, looking at a STEINBAUER UNIT but would like to hear from anyone who have upgraded their rig with one of these or similar unit . i don't want to use more fuel i only get 500k out of full tank now towing 2.7t .

Rassy · Rassy

Hi All, I have a Jayco Journey Pop-top, fitted with a Truma Aventa (Comfort) air conditioner and wish to enquire if anyone has experienced noise when the compressor cuts in either on cold or heat setting. I know a little bit of extra noise is normal, but this extra droning noise i think is excessive. Has...

DMaxer · DMaxer

I have a Carefree awning on my Windsor van that has delaminated and is now more Gorilla tape than awning. The van has been booked in twice over the last 6 months to have a replacement awning fitted, only to have the booking postponed as the replacement awning was not available. Once again, it is booked in...

Ivan 01 · Ivan 01

https://www.mchitch.com.au/

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	Changing to Lithium ( 1 2 ) (Preview) There must be many GN thinking of changing to lithium instead of new AGM batteries when the current crop blow out. Who has made the change in a Jayco with the Setec charger/console ? Are "drop-ins" a viable proposition long term Or did you have to change everything? Bloody confusing 'specially now t...	Brodie Allen	36	7227	07:39 PM Mar 5, 2023 by The Belmont Bear
	Laminate for Millard Weekender 2003 (Preview) Hi I wonder if anyone can help me with the name of this laminate? (Attached file) And, of course, where I might source it. The corners of the ceiling are water damaged and I want to patch it. I've waterproofed the roof with EternaBond from Amazon and I'm satisfied that the leaks have been stopped. (W...	harrydiculous	3	925	10:43 AM Mar 5, 2023 by harrydiculous
	Iveco 50C17 dash warning "Service" message. (Preview) Hi, I have a 2010 Iveco 50C17 and when starting up a "Service:" light comes on (not every time, but most) on the dash with EBD, ABS and ESP at different times. It goes off within 5 seconds and doesn't come back on. It has no effect on the vehicle handling or braking capabilities and when I took it into the Ive...	No Postcode	3	3386	07:08 AM Mar 3, 2023 by RickJ
	Projecta 12v 25amp 7- stage (Preview) Hi, when I power on my charger letters, ( r0.9) comes up first then ( OLC) then the power on light starts flashing and alarm sounds the battery is sitting on 12.3volts, It has a temperature sensor on the negative pole but the battery is cool, any idea's?	Inverter	5	2330	05:56 PM Mar 2, 2023 by Bill B
	SPHERE REMOTE LIGHTS (Preview) I have a Jayco Starcraft Van and lighting in van and outside van are TURNED ON & OFF by multi button switch and hidden in cupboard is SPHERE 6 BUTTON CONTROL PANEL i presume is master unit . Lights are not working , hence i believe requires a new master unit that i can buy off spares parts place in Canber...	jeepnudger	7	2616	07:03 PM Feb 27, 2023 by BaldEd
	Flipping the Heyman Reese Adjustable Shank ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi all, I've just purchased a 2nd hand Heyman Reese WDH System (Classic - Medium) and it included the adjustable shank (215mm drop). It sits quite low on my Triton and the bottom of the shank scrapes my driveway when going up/down. If I flip it upside down I can get the tow ball height within a few centime...	Phil P	30	5118	04:53 PM Feb 26, 2023 by RickJ
	it's been a bit quiet on here. (Preview) https://rac.com.au/car-motoring/info/best-towing-vehicles?utm_source=social&utm_medium=Facebook&utm_campaign=CONT_towingvehicles_jan2023&utm_id=CONT_towingvehicles_jan202	gold dandelion	7	1423	01:32 PM Feb 26, 2023 by Craig1
	Windsor Rapid 2012 Wiring Mystery (Preview) On my 2012 Windsor Rapid RAC442s in the front outside storage box there is a wired Anderson plug going into a wall panel marked SOLAR. I have no idea what this Anderson plug connection is for, because no power charges the batteries if I connect a solar panel to this and checking my battery voltage meter...	Graz	8	1640	10:59 PM Feb 23, 2023 by TimTim
	Mazda Bt 50 (Preview) We have a bt 50 with the 3.2 diesel 6 speed auto just clocked 180.00 heading back out on the road in august just wondering wether to get a diesel chip or dyno tune and remapp any suggestion towing 2020 new age gegko ute does have afew extras	BARME1	14	9321	09:52 PM Feb 21, 2023 by BARME1
	Re Seal Thetford Ensuite (Preview) I had the toilet cassette out today and then could see light coming through on the outside edge of toilet seat support curve. Looks like "someone",(factory person) has applied silicone over the mastic to cover original poor application from 2014. Once I remove the offending goop, what is the best pr...	Craig1	6	1244	05:50 PM Feb 17, 2023 by Bobdown
	Caravan radios (Preview) Hi, have coromal 2008 fitted with Megavox radio which is past use by date. Would appreciate any help with suitable replacement as Megavox not serviced in Oz. Need good quality replacement that will fit existing aperture. Thanks.	Supercattonk	10	3170	11:32 AM Feb 14, 2023 by 86GTS
	Spot the issue (Preview) Went to put on new shower head this morning, can you see my issue ?	Craig1	12	1874	10:00 AM Feb 13, 2023 by Craig1
	skylight problem (Preview) i have a jayco starcraft 2015 caravan model 16.51. Inside the skylight there is a sliding flyscreen and sliding blockout consetina blind. Somehow the cord on the side of the sliding flyscreen has come off. I have tried to put it back into position and that works until i try and slide it and then it just c...	punch and judi	10	2734	04:03 PM Feb 10, 2023 by ruffnut
	Storing unused Silicone - Fridge or Freezer? (Preview) I just opened a new tube of Silicone and used a very small amount. So, Im asking for suggestions for storing the unused portion so that it remains usable for the longest time. I have heard conflicting advice on storing the remains of the tube in either the fridge or the Freezer. Anyone with experienc...	Izabarack	23	3430	09:04 PM Feb 9, 2023 by Ian G
	Trailer hitch rattle suppression (Preview) https://www.trailercaravansuperstore.com.au/product/automotive-and-accessories/4wd-towing-accessories/drawbar-pins-towing-4wd-and-automotive/anti-rattle-hitch-bracket/	jegog	12	4179	03:09 PM Feb 8, 2023 by Dick0
	ALKO Rubber Torsion Bar (Preview) I have ALKO Rubber Torsion Bar suspension and have just completed a 11,500k trip to Darwin and return and have to say how appalling the roads are. My van towed well but I felt it would probably shock me if I was in the van as it was travelling as items lift in the deep shower tray on the wall would end up on the...	Weven	25	10034	02:59 PM Feb 3, 2023 by Weven
	power upgrade (Preview) hi all, i have a 2021 ISUZU MUX would like more power whilst towing, looking at a STEINBAUER UNIT but would like to hear from anyone who have upgraded their rig with one of these or similar unit . i don't want to use more fuel i only get 500k out of full tank now towing 2.7t .	ilcag	14	2718	01:02 PM Feb 2, 2023 by Ian G
	TRUMA AVENTA (COMFORT) Air Conditioner. (Preview) Hi All, I have a Jayco Journey Pop-top, fitted with a Truma Aventa (Comfort) air conditioner and wish to enquire if anyone has experienced noise when the compressor cuts in either on cold or heat setting. I know a little bit of extra noise is normal, but this extra droning noise i think is excessive. Has...	Rassy	10	4234	10:09 AM Jan 30, 2023 by Rassy
	New Awning (Preview) I have a Carefree awning on my Windsor van that has delaminated and is now more Gorilla tape than awning. The van has been booked in twice over the last 6 months to have a replacement awning fitted, only to have the booking postponed as the replacement awning was not available. Once again, it is booked in...	DMaxer	8	1238	12:13 PM Jan 29, 2023 by RickJ
	McHitch is Finished ( 1 2 ) (Preview) https://www.mchitch.com.au/	Ivan 01	49	8361	07:13 PM Jan 28, 2023 by Are We Lost
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