Techies' Corner

Mackayak · Mackayak

Hi all I have done a search still not sure so I will ask. We travel on the road full time, about 85% of the time connected to power. Just had van serviced and sola and charger cheek all fine. So definitely battery. This battery's are only 16 months old Giant power 140 AGM glass going to change to Fullriver ba...

Juggenaut · Juggenaut

Morning members, made a BBBig mistake and put approx 100mils into my diesel tank by mistake. is this enough to do big damage or should my diesel filter pick it up before itgets into the injectors? regards Gavin

slighty2016 · slighty2016

Through a process of elimination, we have discovered the Safety Dave rear vision camera is causing static interference with our CBs (in car and hand held). The installer said to try putting on u15 ferrite voltage spike noise suppressor which didn't make a difference, we moved the monitor, Safety D...

Plumbot · Plumbot

Hi all I've been unable to get caravan brakes working properly with a new Ford Ranger (with integrated brake controller). Hooked up to van in the driveway and it works, but it takes a 6-7 seconds before they activate. I can hear the magnets humming straight away, but there is a delay until they grab. ...

J_KZ-1 · J_KZ-1

Good evening forum members, hoping for some advise re the failure to flush our toilet, only happened recently. Photo of ensuite attached. research on mr.Google and got some ideas: where the units fuse is, pump etc. Checked fuse and it was blown and replaced, wife tested the flushing (with empty ta...

oiddad · oiddad

Hey all. We have a LiFePO4 120ah battery managed by projecta system. We also have 170w solar panel on the roof of our van. I would like to use our 150w portable panel to supplement the roof one during those times we are in shade or in Winter when sun is not at its strongest. I'm looking for a suitable, simple...

Cisco kid · Cisco kid

This used to show blue lights when TV powered up and attenuator switched to ON On checking I cannot get the blue lights . there is an electronic box on pulling the unit apart Does anyone know how to replace the electronic box or do I need to buy a complete new unit ? Thanks

Mickwil · Mickwil

Hi Thanks to my previous post on the Centurion I have established that I don't need any changes to the system except for the following. Is there a reason why the Centurion only powers, the ceiling lights when my bedside lights are not included neither is the Entry light and the under awning light. Surel...

landy · landy

As a lot of new vehicles are now fitted with a traffic singe recognition camera and can actively show the last speed limit singe that you passed. I am just wondering If anybody knows of a stand alone unit that you could fit in your windscreen to perform this function. I was thinking maybe something like a...

DDL · DDL

Hi new to,the forum so,hope I do this correctly. Does anybody have thoughts on the Richards Torque lock up converter. I recently towed a new van back from Melb to Gold Coast & fuel usage was astronomical with the landcruiser. Does,anybody have,the same problem or had a lockup cnvert

Ian195 · Ian195

Just dipping my toes in here. I notice most caravans have the water tank filler, equaliser and outlet pipes on the RHS of the van. I agree the filler should be on the right side away from the entertainment area of the van (ie the left side) as any water spillage from filling is muddy and inconvenient. How...

46jade · 46jade

Does anybody have any experience with the Recurve tuning modules? It is my understanding that they come preprogrammed for your vehicle with 5 user selectable programmes that you can change by plugging in the module and altering your cars ECU mapping. One of the programmes is standard setting so if n...

Long Weekend · Long Weekend

Hi All, Over the weekend there was one of those four wheel drive shows that I was watching while engaged in talking to friends, so I wasn't paying much attention. The commentator mentioned that he was going to start a fire and I thought that he was going to rub two sticks together or something. But he too...

Marlene6 · Marlene6

Satlking pro will not lock on to satellite was working great great. Kip Anyone have this issue

Kerry_Debbie · Kerry_Debbie

We have a 2014 Jayco Starcraft and I want to install an Anderson plug for a solar panel/blanket (not decided which yet). The battery is easily accessible under the seat by the internal wheel arch and I planned to connect the wires to the battery go through the floor and install the Anderson plug underne...

Seaeagle63 · Seaeagle63

Does anyone know how to update the Sphere TV? I have tried to download some apps, Netflix, Foxtel Go, but get a message stating the TV is not compatible. It is supposed to be a smart TVs but doesnt seem very smart to me. Cheers

Lloyd-Vicki · Lloyd-Vicki

Hello all,We took possession of our new Atlantic Endeavour 18.6ft caravan late last November 2022.It came fitted with the Dometic RM4606 T rated fridge freezer.Also, one very important point is that shortly after we took possession from our local dealer, they closed shop, so we no longer have them...

The Belmont Bear · The Belmont Bear

We have been on the road for a couple of months mostly in outback red dust country during that time the water pressure in the van dropped off to just a trickle, I bought a new pressure regulating valve for $70 when we got to Canarvon and replaced the old one - problem solved. My question is would putting a p...

PeterInSa · PeterInSa

Black Foam is about 40mm x 12mm by 1.6m that cool/hot air travels thru for temperature control in the caravan. Local Clarke Rubber do not stock this type of Foam anymore. Suggestions on where to purchase. Thanks

Petemox · Petemox

My saga with E9 fault on camec hws has almost arrived at the point where I am considering surrender and buying a new one. Any recommendations for a reliable and efficient unit. Thanks.

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	Battery life. (Preview) Hi all I have done a search still not sure so I will ask. We travel on the road full time, about 85% of the time connected to power. Just had van serviced and sola and charger cheek all fine. So definitely battery. This battery's are only 16 months old Giant power 140 AGM glass going to change to Fullriver ba...	Mackayak	13	633	09:24 AM Aug 1, 2023 by woolman
	Add Blue (Preview) Morning members, made a BBBig mistake and put approx 100mils into my diesel tank by mistake. is this enough to do big damage or should my diesel filter pick it up before itgets into the injectors? regards Gavin	Juggenaut	18	1299	09:30 AM Jul 26, 2023 by dogbox
	Safety Dave issue (Preview) Through a process of elimination, we have discovered the Safety Dave rear vision camera is causing static interference with our CBs (in car and hand held). The installer said to try putting on u15 ferrite voltage spike noise suppressor which didn't make a difference, we moved the monitor, Safety D...	slighty2016	10	1368	11:50 PM Jul 25, 2023 by jegog
	Next Gen Ranger brake controller delay (Preview) Hi all I've been unable to get caravan brakes working properly with a new Ford Ranger (with integrated brake controller). Hooked up to van in the driveway and it works, but it takes a 6-7 seconds before they activate. I can hear the magnets humming straight away, but there is a delay until they grab. ...	Plumbot	6	484	10:33 PM Jul 25, 2023 by BarneyBDB
	Issue with flushing Thetford ensuite C2 toilet cassette (Preview) Good evening forum members, hoping for some advise re the failure to flush our toilet, only happened recently. Photo of ensuite attached. research on mr.Google and got some ideas: where the units fuse is, pump etc. Checked fuse and it was blown and replaced, wife tested the flushing (with empty ta...	J_KZ-1	7	543	03:38 PM Jul 25, 2023 by laurieoz
	Solar Regulator (Preview) Hey all. We have a LiFePO4 120ah battery managed by projecta system. We also have 170w solar panel on the roof of our van. I would like to use our 150w portable panel to supplement the roof one during those times we are in shade or in Winter when sun is not at its strongest. I'm looking for a suitable, simple...	oiddad	4	656	03:06 PM Jul 25, 2023 by oiddad
	Kingjack TV aerial attentuator (Preview) This used to show blue lights when TV powered up and attenuator switched to ON On checking I cannot get the blue lights . there is an electronic box on pulling the unit apart Does anyone know how to replace the electronic box or do I need to buy a complete new unit ? Thanks	Cisco kid	4	503	12:51 PM Jul 25, 2023 by Cisco kid
	Centurion SC3000 why only power some 12 volt lights (Preview) Hi Thanks to my previous post on the Centurion I have established that I don't need any changes to the system except for the following. Is there a reason why the Centurion only powers, the ceiling lights when my bedside lights are not included neither is the Entry light and the under awning light. Surel...	Mickwil	1	298	10:56 PM Jul 22, 2023 by Whenarewethere
	TSR ( Traffic Singe Recognition ) (Preview) As a lot of new vehicles are now fitted with a traffic singe recognition camera and can actively show the last speed limit singe that you passed. I am just wondering If anybody knows of a stand alone unit that you could fit in your windscreen to perform this function. I was thinking maybe something like a...	landy	27	1549	09:45 PM Jul 21, 2023 by landy
	Torque converter lock up kits (Preview) Hi new to,the forum so,hope I do this correctly. Does anybody have thoughts on the Richards Torque lock up converter. I recently towed a new van back from Melb to Gold Coast & fuel usage was astronomical with the landcruiser. Does,anybody have,the same problem or had a lockup cnvert	DDL	21	9709	05:07 PM Jul 18, 2023 by deverall11
	Why is the water tank outlet on the RHS of a caravan? (Preview) Just dipping my toes in here. I notice most caravans have the water tank filler, equaliser and outlet pipes on the RHS of the van. I agree the filler should be on the right side away from the entertainment area of the van (ie the left side) as any water spillage from filling is muddy and inconvenient. How...	Ian195	13	659	09:43 AM Jul 18, 2023 by Dick0
	Recurve Diesel tuning (Preview) Does anybody have any experience with the Recurve tuning modules? It is my understanding that they come preprogrammed for your vehicle with 5 user selectable programmes that you can change by plugging in the module and altering your cars ECU mapping. One of the programmes is standard setting so if n...	46jade	7	804	10:56 AM Jul 17, 2023 by yobarr
	Chemical Fire Starter ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi All, Over the weekend there was one of those four wheel drive shows that I was watching while engaged in talking to friends, so I wasn't paying much attention. The commentator mentioned that he was going to start a fire and I thought that he was going to rub two sticks together or something. But he too...	Long Weekend	31	4893	07:27 PM Jul 15, 2023 by jegog
	Satking pro problem (Preview) Satlking pro will not lock on to satellite was working great great. Kip Anyone have this issue	Marlene6	3	443	07:31 AM Jul 15, 2023 by Stretch60
	Anderson Plug Installation (Preview) We have a 2014 Jayco Starcraft and I want to install an Anderson plug for a solar panel/blanket (not decided which yet). The battery is easily accessible under the seat by the internal wheel arch and I planned to connect the wires to the battery go through the floor and install the Anderson plug underne...	Kerry_Debbie	5	590	05:41 PM Jul 13, 2023 by Ian195
	Sphere TV updates (Preview) Does anyone know how to update the Sphere TV? I have tried to download some apps, Netflix, Foxtel Go, but get a message stating the TV is not compatible. It is supposed to be a smart TVs but doesnt seem very smart to me. Cheers	Seaeagle63	10	1872	03:36 PM Jul 13, 2023 by tarnell
	Thoughts and Ideas on Dometic RM4606 Issues ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hello all,We took possession of our new Atlantic Endeavour 18.6ft caravan late last November 2022.It came fitted with the Dometic RM4606 T rated fridge freezer.Also, one very important point is that shortly after we took possession from our local dealer, they closed shop, so we no longer have them...	Lloyd-Vicki	36	1019	12:36 PM Jul 12, 2023 by Lloyd-Vicki
	Pressure Regulating Valve (Preview) We have been on the road for a couple of months mostly in outback red dust country during that time the water pressure in the van dropped off to just a trickle, I bought a new pressure regulating valve for $70 when we got to Canarvon and replaced the old one - problem solved. My question is would putting a p...	The Belmont Bear	5	524	11:22 PM Jul 9, 2023 by The Belmont Bear
	Foam for the Interior Vent of an Air Command Air Conditioner (Preview) Black Foam is about 40mm x 12mm by 1.6m that cool/hot air travels thru for temperature control in the caravan. Local Clarke Rubber do not stock this type of Foam anymore. Suggestions on where to purchase. Thanks	PeterInSa	7	477	08:22 PM Jul 6, 2023 by PeterInSa
	instantaneous hws (Preview) My saga with E9 fault on camec hws has almost arrived at the point where I am considering surrender and buying a new one. Any recommendations for a reliable and efficient unit. Thanks.	Petemox	2	376	01:40 PM Jul 6, 2023 by Petemox
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