Techies' Corner

Dougwe · Dougwe

I was asked to post about my 12V wire problem here so, While I was away recently I found that the 12V wire system provided in the Avan Camper was far from suitable to cope with good sized Solar Panels. I am wanting to set up 120watt Portable Solar Power Panels so I can do more free/alternative camping unfor...

Happywanderer · Happywanderer

Heard a great tip from the owner of the wheel alignment place in Echuca the other day. While doing a check on the van he said when he was travelling he always put 100 in the spare tyre. Had a tube made to connect the spare to a drive tyre. If it was low at all he could connect and get air from the spare. great when...

blaze · blaze

who has put 12 volt fans on van fridges to assist with cooling. Our fridge is struggling ATM in broome. IT is a gas/240v running on 240v. The ice box is freezing but the frigde section isnt getting anywhere cool enough. cheers blaze

Koko · Koko

Hi We have just purchased a Jayco Sterling Outback caravan and are looking at purchasing a 4x4 vehicle with a 3000kg towing capacity. I have a back problem so need comfortable supportive seats. Now what to choose love the Landcruiser we have had a couple over the years when towing horse floats, but r...

goldcoaster · goldcoaster

I have the Clipper BM 1 and recently it started to play up,batteries were very low in the percentage column,it was discharging when it should of been charging. So off to Batteryworld got them tested only 15mths old as good as the day they went in. He suggested I go and see my autoelec ,made an appointment...

hako · hako

This has been bugging me for a while. The jockey wheel has 'lumps' welded to it which I guess are designed to stop it sliding in the mount. This just doesn't work for me...they just come loose! Do I put the 'lump' facing toward the A frame, or outwards, and which hole do I use. This problem happens to me o...

Cruising Cruze · Cruising Cruze

Can you use your battery while you've got your solar panels charging them ???? or do you have to disconnect the solar ??

chrisnchris · chrisnchris

Hi Hubby and I debating ? over whether 12 volt is necessary .We will be free camping where possible Thanks Forget to add we will have a generator as well -- Edited by chrisnchris on Thursday 9th of August 2012 08:36:19 AM

petengail · petengail

Ok now this is not strictly a caravan issue. During last years disastrous Brisbane floods I remember seeing an article (remember now this would have been in a QLD paper) saying that people should be aware of the dangers of damaged solar systems. I have a 3KW solar system installed on my roof. Lets s...

Laurie56 · Laurie56

New here so please help! I have two solar panels on the roof (120w & 150w) of my Toyota Coaster but only one battery. I have an Alco 12v battery in the boot and want to add another battery for more storage, questions: do I need another Alco battery or would any brand do? Do I need an AGM battery or anothe...

Hihosilver1953 · Hihosilver1953

Found this under the Thetford toilet capsule. What is it supposed to do?

Gwian · Gwian

We have a fold up basin in the motorhome and it takes forever to drain. Any help would be appreciated

Magnarc · Magnarc

Hello All, I have just replaced a set of Bridgestone tyres on the Pajero after 67,000 klms. They were the original Japanese ones. I am told by the dealer that the Japanese tyres wear a lot better than the others. Anyone else had a good run on these? Regards, Magnarc

obi · obi

I recently purchased a second hand landcruiser 200 diesel and considering splitting the dual batteries to use the second battery to power my accessories (engel fridge,uhf radio,gps etc). I know I will need to put in a larger starting battery but has anyone done this succeccfully. Obi

Plendo · Plendo

Followng a discussion at Greens Lake a few weeks ago, I have been ivestigating different types of LED lights. I have just received a 5W Rectangular LED, it is a really good source of light, and power consumption is low. Dimensions: 100mm * 9.5mm * about 2mm high. The LED material is about 2mm shorter a...

Scotty01 · Scotty01

Hi all. I have a 2011 Conquest and I am having trouble draining the sink in kitchen area. In the cupboard under the sink there is what looks like some sort of filter or trap, I cant get the hoses of it to pull it out as yet as I dont want to snap anything while on the road. Any one know what this gadget is? The sink...

Plendo · Plendo

I was just doing some research on the Holden site and discovered a new vehicle "comming soon", it is the Colorado 7, which appears to be a wagon version of the Colorado, configured with 7 seats. The seats appear to be configured for the second and third rows to fold giving a flat floor. It is be...

Mr Red · Mr Red

Hi guys, Well I feel the VK Commodore has reached its used by date so now i must look for a new car. Have looked at several, eg Holden Colorado, Isuzu Dmax,Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, Mazda BT-50. It looks like a tough descision so if any one has any of these cars, i would like any feed back on them wart's and a...

oldtrack123 · oldtrack123

http://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/__data/as...ionsv3.pdf

Seano · Seano

hi all is there a computer techie out there that can tell me how to down load a photo on to this site as I need help to ID a small black item thats four of along the siide of my poptop van roof thats beside and under the awning which was installed about six years ago. I recently bought the pop top van second...

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	Avan Camper 12V upgrade (Preview) I was asked to post about my 12V wire problem here so, While I was away recently I found that the 12V wire system provided in the Avan Camper was far from suitable to cope with good sized Solar Panels. I am wanting to set up 120watt Portable Solar Power Panels so I can do more free/alternative camping unfor...	Dougwe	3	4189	06:26 AM Dec 19, 2012 by hako
	Air in Tyres ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Heard a great tip from the owner of the wheel alignment place in Echuca the other day. While doing a check on the van he said when he was travelling he always put 100 in the spare tyre. Had a tube made to connect the spare to a drive tyre. If it was low at all he could connect and get air from the spare. great when...	Happywanderer	40	3400	04:37 AM Dec 19, 2012 by Nomad246
	who has put 12 volt fans on van fridges ( 1 2 3 ) (closed) (Preview) who has put 12 volt fans on van fridges to assist with cooling. Our fridge is struggling ATM in broome. IT is a gas/240v running on 240v. The ice box is freezing but the frigde section isnt getting anywhere cool enough. cheers blaze	blaze	62	18703	01:58 AM Dec 19, 2012 by Webmaster
	Dilemma, Which 3000kg towing vehicle to buy? (Preview) Hi We have just purchased a Jayco Sterling Outback caravan and are looking at purchasing a 4x4 vehicle with a 3000kg towing capacity. I have a back problem so need comfortable supportive seats. Now what to choose love the Landcruiser we have had a couple over the years when towing horse floats, but r...	Koko	22	18724	06:22 PM Dec 16, 2012 by Koko
	Battery Monitor (Preview) I have the Clipper BM 1 and recently it started to play up,batteries were very low in the percentage column,it was discharging when it should of been charging. So off to Batteryworld got them tested only 15mths old as good as the day they went in. He suggested I go and see my autoelec ,made an appointment...	goldcoaster	8	10163	04:10 PM Dec 16, 2012 by goldcoaster
	Connecting the jockey wheel so it doesn't slip. (Preview) This has been bugging me for a while. The jockey wheel has 'lumps' welded to it which I guess are designed to stop it sliding in the mount. This just doesn't work for me...they just come loose! Do I put the 'lump' facing toward the A frame, or outwards, and which hole do I use. This problem happens to me o...	hako	7	2344	07:30 AM Dec 15, 2012 by Nomad246
	Battery power (Preview) Can you use your battery while you've got your solar panels charging them ???? or do you have to disconnect the solar ??	Cruising Cruze	7	863	04:54 AM Dec 13, 2012 by oldtrack123
	Question on 12 volt power ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi Hubby and I debating ? over whether 12 volt is necessary .We will be free camping where possible Thanks Forget to add we will have a generator as well -- Edited by chrisnchris on Thursday 9th of August 2012 08:36:19 AM	chrisnchris	39	3949	03:01 AM Dec 13, 2012 by 03_troopy
	Question for tech experts. Can I electrocute myself, or cause a fire from a roof top solar system? (Preview) Ok now this is not strictly a caravan issue. During last years disastrous Brisbane floods I remember seeing an article (remember now this would have been in a QLD paper) saying that people should be aware of the dangers of damaged solar systems. I have a 3KW solar system installed on my roof. Lets s...	petengail	8	1215	10:19 PM Dec 12, 2012 by oldtrack123
	Batteries (Preview) New here so please help! I have two solar panels on the roof (120w & 150w) of my Toyota Coaster but only one battery. I have an Alco 12v battery in the boot and want to add another battery for more storage, questions: do I need another Alco battery or would any brand do? Do I need an AGM battery or anothe...	Laurie56	5	1166	02:28 AM Dec 12, 2012 by Laurie56
	What is this toilet part? (Preview) Found this under the Thetford toilet capsule. What is it supposed to do?	Hihosilver1953	5	1098	01:32 AM Dec 11, 2012 by Sheba
	Jayco Conquest Bathroom Basin (Preview) We have a fold up basin in the motorhome and it takes forever to drain. Any help would be appreciated	Gwian	7	2445	04:06 AM Dec 10, 2012 by Santa
	Tyres (Preview) Hello All, I have just replaced a set of Bridgestone tyres on the Pajero after 67,000 klms. They were the original Japanese ones. I am told by the dealer that the Japanese tyres wear a lot better than the others. Anyone else had a good run on these? Regards, Magnarc	Magnarc	2	1009	11:01 PM Dec 9, 2012 by aussietraveller
	second battery in landcruiser 200 (Preview) I recently purchased a second hand landcruiser 200 diesel and considering splitting the dual batteries to use the second battery to power my accessories (engel fridge,uhf radio,gps etc). I know I will need to put in a larger starting battery but has anyone done this succeccfully. Obi	obi	14	17324	10:33 PM Dec 9, 2012 by obi
	Experimental LED (Preview) Followng a discussion at Greens Lake a few weeks ago, I have been ivestigating different types of LED lights. I have just received a 5W Rectangular LED, it is a really good source of light, and power consumption is low. Dimensions: 100mm * 9.5mm * about 2mm high. The LED material is about 2mm shorter a...	Plendo	7	908	08:22 PM Dec 9, 2012 by Cruising Cruze
	Jayco Conquest Kitchen Sink (Preview) Hi all. I have a 2011 Conquest and I am having trouble draining the sink in kitchen area. In the cupboard under the sink there is what looks like some sort of filter or trap, I cant get the hoses of it to pull it out as yet as I dont want to snap anything while on the road. Any one know what this gadget is? The sink...	Scotty01	5	1396	04:09 AM Dec 7, 2012 by Cupie
	POTENTIAL New TUG from Holden (Preview) I was just doing some research on the Holden site and discovered a new vehicle "comming soon", it is the Colorado 7, which appears to be a wagon version of the Colorado, configured with 7 seats. The seats appear to be configured for the second and third rows to fold giving a flat floor. It is be...	Plendo	2	902	12:59 AM Dec 7, 2012 by PeterD
	New Car Time. (closed) (Preview) Hi guys, Well I feel the VK Commodore has reached its used by date so now i must look for a new car. Have looked at several, eg Holden Colorado, Isuzu Dmax,Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, Mazda BT-50. It looks like a tough descision so if any one has any of these cars, i would like any feed back on them wart's and a...	Mr Red	16	1392	06:39 PM Dec 5, 2012 by Webmaster
	Vic safe battery charging alert (Preview) http://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/__data/as...ionsv3.pdf	oldtrack123	1	737	04:50 AM Dec 5, 2012 by jimricho
	help with photo down load ? (Preview) hi all is there a computer techie out there that can tell me how to down load a photo on to this site as I need help to ID a small black item thats four of along the siide of my poptop van roof thats beside and under the awning which was installed about six years ago. I recently bought the pop top van second...	Seano	13	829	04:13 PM Dec 2, 2012 by _wombat_
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