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Swagman motorhome best process of polishing for protection.
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Hi, we have a Swagman signature with it looks to me like fibreglass exterior panels.i would like to polish the outside up mostly for protection against elements and good looks.what would be the best products and technique for such? thanks for your wisdom in advance. Andrew and Elke
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Midi Heki roof vent
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Has anyone changed the crank handle gearbox in one of these? Bloke next door has a new one but cant get anyone to put it in.
Thank you for any help
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Battery warranty?
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I've started a new thread as I didn't wish to hijack the one posted by Goldenyears. He's talking of buying a 200Ah lithium battery which will cost at least $1500, possibly much more. All batteries in Oz come with a warranty both provided by the seller and mandated by law. It is very difficult with a seale...
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Anderson Hitch
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I did a search on this topic and came up with a few previous posts but they are a few years old. Our new van will be delivered this month and I would like to change over from using the current heavy bar type WDH to the lighter Anderson Hitch chains and I would really appreciate some feedback from people curre...
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Swagman battery charging dilemma
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Hi, we have a Swagman motorhome with 4 batteries some for starting some for house,also solar charging but here is a doozy, the alternator belt has been removed and therefore i would have thought no charge from motor but when i start up the volt meters show a definite increase to batteries.im dumbfound...
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12 Volt pump/tap
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Looking at installing a 12 volt water pump purely for the kitchen sink. Wanting to keep the install as simple as possible, and trouble free. Seen this advertised, seems like a good deal....any thoughts on this brand combo unit. Steering away from the $30-$50 jobs advertised online
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Swagman motorhome captain seat covers
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Hi, We have a Swagman motorhome with captain chairs in driver, passenger and lounge area.We are looking for seat covers for such, being comfortable and protective,Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks Andrew and Elke
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F150 Lightning (Battery Powered) Released to USA Market
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I just got this update advising that Ford has just started delivering its Battery powered F150 to the USA market. The link is to a Technical not 4X4 commentator. Ford has started delivering the F-150 Lightning | Engadget
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Giant Power 340AH Lithium Ion Batteries should I Buy
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Would like feedback on anybody has the "Giant Power 340AH Lithium Ion Batteries" and how they rate them aprox $1730 Specs Nominal Voltage12VNominal Capacity (20HR)340AHDimensionLength: 522 ±3mm (20.55 inches) Width: 268 ±2mm (10.55inches) Container Height: 220 ±2mm (8.66 inches) Total...
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internet booster
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Hello all, has anyone got an i-Logic 4g internet booster and if so do they work ???
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braided gas hose
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hi just wondering if any one has had problems with braided gas hoses going from gas bottle to regulator on van both my hoses have sprung leaks
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terrola
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Snorkels - are they as good as “they” say.?
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Looking for improved fuel economy i have a 2012 Nissan Pathfinder and I am pulling a 2.5tonne caravan. I already run a diesel chip
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240v fridge off battery
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Hey everyone, sorry I did a search but didn't get the answers I needed.
I'm running a 240v bar fridge in my van and plan on buying a battery and inverter, my mate has a similar setup and his battery keeps dying, he talked to the guy at the camping shop and he says the current draw on a domestic fridge is too g...
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Toilet bowl cleaner
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After 10 years of use the Thetford plastic toilet bowl has developed urine stains. We have kept it very clean at all times but it is now showing its age. Is there a product that can be used to restore it? We have tried several old house hold remedies like vinegar and bi carb etc but to no avail. Surely there i...
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Will this work?
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I am hoping that if I give you enough information, then the answer from those in the know will be a simple yes or no. Here goes.... I have a 240v leg massage machine (restless leg syndrome) which is marked = 240V...50hz...22w. On my new motorhome, I have a plug in power outlet rated at 120w (12v). I also...
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Battery replacement procedure
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I have 3 deep cycle batteries to replace. Advised to remove battery charger and solar regulator fuses. Them all negative cables from batteries followed by positive cables. Then reverse this procedure when batteries in place. Starting with positive cables. Does this make sense.
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Pneumatic Jack instead of jockey wheel
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hi folks I've seen quite a few people of my vintage using jacks (like a trail a mate) instead of jockey wheels to lift their rig off their car. i'm interested in getting one. Have any of you got experience with them and would recommend any certain brand ? thanks folks
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gas bottle auto changeover regulator
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Just wondering if anyone has a view on caravan gas bottle regulator that auto changes to other bottle in twin bottle setup when one goes empty. I usually look at frig indicator and change when frig stops (always at night) Mate has gauges on gas bottle with mixed results. The regulator I have read about i...
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Electric Brakes for Rear Wheels on Tandem Caravans
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In our recent travels I helped a couple change over a rear tyre/wheel on a Tandem Caravan.I noticed on the backing plate of the wheel assembly an arm for the caravan hand brake and of course it was not connected since its only connected on the front wheels of Tandems.Was told that the Electric Brake/Bac...
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Effortless automatic trip logger
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Hope this fits within the rules of this group. Ive spent the past 6 winters poking around Aus in a Hilux motorhome with my wife - got to a lot of places, did a few laps. Its been great. In the odd hours on these trips Ive been mucking around with an iPhone app to help make our travels easier - essentially a to...
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