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RCDs & safety when using portable geny or inverter.
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Hi all Since this is a tech thread ,I think it may be advisable to point out that your RCD in the van [if fitted] is inoperable & will not trip on a fault, when the van is connected to a portable geny or inverter via the inlet socket.
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Fool proof Not idiot proof
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A timely warning to those heading out with gensets and fuel in jerry cans for other purposes. This can also happen when filling the genset of bike etc, from a jerry can still in the ute of in a can holder the sloshing around in the can also sets up that static field and that Nono second when the hose / nozz...
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Fibreglass/Gel Coat - Polishing Yellowing and Repairs
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Those with fibreglass/gel RV bodies may be interested in trying these products. I am not connected to them in any way and will be trying some of them myself. Scroll down to the Marine Products section under products tab; http://www.khst.com.au/index_all_products.html
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To mount a genie on the rear
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Looking for you guys ideas of mounting our 3kva (Honda) on the rear of our Jayco 19.61-4 (19'-10") with an approx ball weight of 180kg question is will it take some of the weight off the ball and will it effect the way it tows. Was told by the Jayco guy it was fine to mount it on the draw bar b...
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parking a caravan with out the car...
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a friend of ours is thinking of buying a caravan, but not reall good with reversing, i remember seing someting something some where that lets you move a van with out having the car hooked up, any one remember or know what its called?
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dvd question
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something you guys might be able to help me out.. i know australia's tv format etc is pal , it says on the dvds i buy but today i bought a dvd for my dad for christmas to watch in his motorhome , which has a head unit dvd player ie like in cars.. any ways its got region 4 ntsc ?? will this play on it or even on my ps3 wh...
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Pathfinder Mirrors
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Noticed that the new Nissan Pathfinder mirrors give a false indication of distance between me and any following vehicles. Know that most new vehicles have the left mirror that states that "objects in this mirror may be closer than you think " . On the pathfinder both mirrors give this...
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Slow Forum
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Monday I formatted my computer.thinking it had a problem.....getting slower and slower.......re-installed everything.......only to find this forum slower still....I thought .Dammmmm computers.........I visited Gary and Kerry yesterday and they said it was slow for them too..........a...
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wireless internet access
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We are planning on doing the big lap starting around Easter in 2010 and was wondering what the best service provider is for wireless internet access while travelling. We want to be able to keep in touch with family and friends plus do a small amount of business onine eg banking etc. Optus vs Telstra next...
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electric brakes
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Hi all, has anyone any experience in electric brake adjusting. I've had brakes retro fitted to my C T and I can just feel them working slightly but may not have been adjusted at time of fitting. I have tested my Tekonsha and it's OK. I know of the adjusting nut thingo inside the brakes but how much and how ti...
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NOMAD MISSING
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Courier Mail news item: Barry Powell and his dog are missing between Kunnamulla and Charleville. Car abandoned. THEY STAY STAY WITH YOUR CAR!!!! Wise words of wisdom OOPS SORRY WRONG SPOT. HAVE REPOSTED IN GENERAL FORUM -- Edited by Ma on Friday 11th of December 2009 08:50:50 AM
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Powering Waeco Fridge
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Van has 2 x 80W panels, 2 X 110AH batteries, 1 X 120W portable solar panel Car has a 100AH battery fitted. Do I put another battery in the car to run the fridge (80L Waeco) or plug the portable panel into the existing car battery via an anderson plug? Will this be enough? When camped, I can plug the solar an...
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has anybody put a turbo kit on their 5l hilux diesel?
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G,day . I am going to attempt to get more power out of my old hilux 4wd as its thirstyand slow at the moment. My brother in law has a sim ilar hilux with an aftermarket turbo and the diference is amazing. Not only has he got about 30% more power, he gets better economy than me. Are there any tricks or traps I sho...
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Wind Generators
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Basil's post on another thread reminded me of something that I thought about a long time ago but never got around to trying. An idea of a wind generator that could maybe work when we have the overcast days and no solar panels working. I'm playing with a 12v alternator (as it already has regulator etc. bu...
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Diesel fuel
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Hi all, i am trying to determine the weight of a 150 litre diesel fuel tank when full, on my L/C Troopy...any idea? .....Cheers.
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Antenna for Television
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I would like some advice regarding the better aeriel for my recently purchased van. I have a small 22" high definition TV that I am able to mount on the wall of the Van and on the 24th of this month WAS going to put a Winegard into the Van, however I am not certain this is the better option especially as t...
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Novices
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Caravaning is all very new to us and we are really starting from scratch! We are looking at buying an Island Star 17ft van and would like to know if a Hyundai Santa Fe is capable of towing this?
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Hayman Reese Weight Distribution Hitch
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How hard is it to fit one of these to your tow vehicle, any special skills required?
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Powering the van at friends house
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We have been invited to stay with some friends on the far southcoast nsw Over christmas. Slight problem not sure on this part when we stay at our friends place in the motor home, can we run the van via there house power with an ordinary weather proof extension lead? or do we still need to use a 15 amp lead?
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Recharging the Caravan Battery
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I bet you are all going to think this is a dumb question, but remember we aren't born knowing these things! When we bought our new van last year it didn't come with a battery, so before we set off on the big one this year we had one installed. We went unpowered for a few days for the first time recently and it wo...
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