Techies' Corner

Burgo1 · Burgo1

Hi all, is anybody using a Kogan smart 12 v tv in there van And if so is it possible to get 7 plus 9 now on demand ect as I havent been able it down load the apps.

Bas + Eve · Bas + Eve

The Teac tv drops the battery voltage from 13.3 to 12.4 when switched on at the set, should it drop nearly 1 volt? It has always been connected via 12v socket. Only the tv, vast box etc do not drop the voltage at all when turned on individually. Thanks for all and any help Bas

RPM · RPM

Hi there, my Evakool BCD-60L fridge fails to run. The display just comes up with three Zeros for about 1 minute then it changes to then 6 then 3. Evakool say no parts available and dont know what this code means. Has anybody had the same problem and if so what can be done to fix it? TIA

Snippy · Snippy

Engine has done 370k and rear main bearing seal done 10k back. This service, bearing seal appears to have failed again. Dealer is going to remove gearbox to see if the bearing was not fitted properly, OR investigate as to whether the crankshaft has play in the main bearings. if the bearing seal is faul...

bowser · bowser

Afternoon, How are people finding the Flexible folding solar panels, I have a 120 solid folding panel, very heavy, I am interested in any info on the lighter folding panel. and how they are working. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Bowser.

Parma · Parma

We have a Waeco 220litre Compressor Fridge in our caravan. During a normal cycle, after the Fridge has been running for some time, the compressor will stop and start several time. The Stops & starts will only last 1 -2 seconds and maybe happen 4 to 6 times. The fridge will then run normal for a period...

peatop · peatop

Hi everyone, I'm inquiring about the uses for diesel while camping, so far I see cooking, heating and hot water. So far I have only seen a heater and wondered if anyone has modified one to produce hot water as well? and where to get information about cookers. Thanks in advance.

Derek Barnes · Derek Barnes

After driving on some very corrugated dirt roads near the Riversleigh Fossil Site, one of the struts on our largest window of our Golf Savannah Maxxi 390 came loose and the strut began swinging from the window. We found a nut on the seat below the strut. It appears that the U shaped strut is connected to t...

mark and kerry · mark and kerry

Hi does any member know the legalities of under slinging van axles for insurance requirements Ive done mine correctly . I checked with the manufacture who said there was no problem but hesitated to put it in writing referring me to a blue plate man who wouldnt certify it as the Center of gravity is highe...

Ronzo · Ronzo

Hi fellow travellers, on the road in NT Mataranka and just went to connect my red Anderson plug in this morning and the 3-4 lights were red- normally flicker a little in the red then turn all green Ive Just had the bearings and magnets replaced and the hubs machined at the 10,000 service- hopefully noth...

FlyAway · FlyAway

How do you stop dust and water from getting into the water heater vent?

Possum3 · Possum3

RobDor · RobDor

I understand, this is not an easy question and there is no one single answer for this and I'm not looking for one. Also, I'm not looking for 'its a personal choice' answer, because I understand that too. What I'm after is a realistic and 'general' view from you guys that have a long experience with vans. S...

mark and kerry · mark and kerry

Hi does any member know the legalities of under slinging van axles for insurance requirements Ive done mine correctly . I checked with the manufacture who said there was no problem but hesitated to put it in writing referring me to a blue plate man who wouldnt certify it as the Center of gravity is highe...

Lazza M · Lazza M

Hi, I am Larry and joining the GN is my very first step in what I believe will be a most rewarding experience. Preparing for some time on the road as best I can is my aim, and I hope you will freely advise me on any subject I put out there. As an opener, allow me to ask if anybody can help with some internal parts f...

redrider · redrider

Hi all .I have a 1yr old swift 28 ltr model GEHW B.last year l escaped the lockdown and ran it on gas trouble free for 3 months. This year 2021 I've had nothing but trouble running on gas. For some unknown reason the flame started popping every now and then. Pulled it apart cleaned connections made sure the...

Petemox · Petemox

Hi I am concerned about the amount of diesel I am using towing a 2.5tonne caravan. I have the MY21 Isuzu cab chassis automatic. We recently drove down from Qld to Vic and recorded our fuel usage all the way. We are averaging 18ltrs to the 100k. I have heard some people say that they get as good as 14.5, but...

gypsy2600 · gypsy2600

Hi, Just wondering if there is a wrong/right way to charge your caravan batteries whilst the van is under cover. I have been running a power cord from our power point to the van each time the voltage drops to around 12V. Some others charge their batteries by placing their "mobile" solar panels in th...

Radar · Radar

Back about 2 months our 10 month old eBay heater decided not to finish starting. There is fuel to the pump, had the lines apart. 12.6 volts of current at the joiner near the heater in the caravan, also down at the pump and on the LED controller. Pressing start, it doing the right things, you can feel the wa...

KymLou · KymLou

Looking to purchase satellite phone in near future for big lapping. Appreciate comments on subject phone. Thankyou

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	Kogan Smart Tv (Preview) Hi all, is anybody using a Kogan smart 12 v tv in there van And if so is it possible to get 7 plus 9 now on demand ect as I havent been able it down load the apps.	Burgo1	7	1995	10:45 AM Aug 23, 2021 by Burgo1
	Tv voltage drop (Preview) The Teac tv drops the battery voltage from 13.3 to 12.4 when switched on at the set, should it drop nearly 1 volt? It has always been connected via 12v socket. Only the tv, vast box etc do not drop the voltage at all when turned on individually. Thanks for all and any help Bas	Bas + Eve	9	1148	09:47 AM Aug 21, 2021 by kgarnett
	Evakool BCD-60L Fridge (Preview) Hi there, my Evakool BCD-60L fridge fails to run. The display just comes up with three Zeros for about 1 minute then it changes to then 6 then 3. Evakool say no parts available and dont know what this code means. Has anybody had the same problem and if so what can be done to fix it? TIA	RPM	16	2365	09:43 PM Aug 19, 2021 by DeBe
	Landcruiser V8 Engine Overhaul (Preview) Engine has done 370k and rear main bearing seal done 10k back. This service, bearing seal appears to have failed again. Dealer is going to remove gearbox to see if the bearing was not fitted properly, OR investigate as to whether the crankshaft has play in the main bearings. if the bearing seal is faul...	Snippy	24	4126	08:51 PM Aug 19, 2021 by yobarr
	Solar mat flexible folding solar panel. (Preview) Afternoon, How are people finding the Flexible folding solar panels, I have a 120 solid folding panel, very heavy, I am interested in any info on the lighter folding panel. and how they are working. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Bowser.	bowser	11	1519	09:27 AM Aug 19, 2021 by Whenarewethere
	220litre Waeco Compressor Fridge (Preview) We have a Waeco 220litre Compressor Fridge in our caravan. During a normal cycle, after the Fridge has been running for some time, the compressor will stop and start several time. The Stops & starts will only last 1 -2 seconds and maybe happen 4 to 6 times. The fridge will then run normal for a period...	Parma	6	1288	08:23 PM Aug 18, 2021 by Aus-Kiwi
	Uses for diesel ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi everyone, I'm inquiring about the uses for diesel while camping, so far I see cooking, heating and hot water. So far I have only seen a heater and wondered if anyone has modified one to produce hot water as well? and where to get information about cookers. Thanks in advance.	peatop	33	2420	08:07 PM Aug 18, 2021 by Aus-Kiwi
	Fixing a window strut on our caravan (Preview) After driving on some very corrugated dirt roads near the Riversleigh Fossil Site, one of the struts on our largest window of our Golf Savannah Maxxi 390 came loose and the strut began swinging from the window. We found a nut on the seat below the strut. It appears that the U shaped strut is connected to t...	Derek Barnes	1	687	09:20 AM Aug 17, 2021 by Whenarewethere
	Axle underling (Preview) Hi does any member know the legalities of under slinging van axles for insurance requirements Ive done mine correctly . I checked with the manufacture who said there was no problem but hesitated to put it in writing referring me to a blue plate man who wouldnt certify it as the Center of gravity is highe...	mark and kerry	9	1373	09:24 PM Aug 16, 2021 by Warren-Pat_01
	ALKO ESC lights turned red (Preview) Hi fellow travellers, on the road in NT Mataranka and just went to connect my red Anderson plug in this morning and the 3-4 lights were red- normally flicker a little in the red then turn all green Ive Just had the bearings and magnets replaced and the hubs machined at the 10,000 service- hopefully noth...	Ronzo	4	2609	10:39 PM Aug 15, 2021 by jeepnudger
	Keeping DUST out (Preview) How do you stop dust and water from getting into the water heater vent?	FlyAway	7	1588	10:23 PM Aug 15, 2021 by Aus-Kiwi
	Flow chart. (Preview)	Possum3	5	953	04:21 PM Aug 14, 2021 by kgarnett
	what is realistic or how long is a piece of string ? (Preview) I understand, this is not an easy question and there is no one single answer for this and I'm not looking for one. Also, I'm not looking for 'its a personal choice' answer, because I understand that too. What I'm after is a realistic and 'general' view from you guys that have a long experience with vans. S...	RobDor	19	1288	02:09 PM Aug 13, 2021 by Whenarewethere
	Axle underling (Preview) Hi does any member know the legalities of under slinging van axles for insurance requirements Ive done mine correctly . I checked with the manufacture who said there was no problem but hesitated to put it in writing referring me to a blue plate man who wouldnt certify it as the Center of gravity is highe...	mark and kerry	5	895	08:43 AM Aug 13, 2021 by KJB
	Waeco Fridge bits (Preview) Hi, I am Larry and joining the GN is my very first step in what I believe will be a most rewarding experience. Preparing for some time on the road as best I can is my aim, and I hope you will freely advise me on any subject I put out there. As an opener, allow me to ask if anybody can help with some internal parts f...	Lazza M	2	754	08:08 AM Aug 13, 2021 by Lazza M
	Swift hot water troubles (Preview) Hi all .I have a 1yr old swift 28 ltr model GEHW B.last year l escaped the lockdown and ran it on gas trouble free for 3 months. This year 2021 I've had nothing but trouble running on gas. For some unknown reason the flame started popping every now and then. Pulled it apart cleaned connections made sure the...	redrider	2	1935	10:08 PM Aug 12, 2021 by oldbloke
	fuel economy ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) Hi I am concerned about the amount of diesel I am using towing a 2.5tonne caravan. I have the MY21 Isuzu cab chassis automatic. We recently drove down from Qld to Vic and recorded our fuel usage all the way. We are averaging 18ltrs to the 100k. I have heard some people say that they get as good as 14.5, but...	Petemox	69	15797	10:19 AM Aug 9, 2021 by littledick
	Solar (Preview) Hi, Just wondering if there is a wrong/right way to charge your caravan batteries whilst the van is under cover. I have been running a power cord from our power point to the van each time the voltage drops to around 12V. Some others charge their batteries by placing their "mobile" solar panels in th...	gypsy2600	27	1888	03:49 PM Aug 6, 2021 by Craig1
	2 is diesel air heater.. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Back about 2 months our 10 month old eBay heater decided not to finish starting. There is fuel to the pump, had the lines apart. 12.6 volts of current at the joiner near the heater in the caravan, also down at the pump and on the LED controller. Pressing start, it doing the right things, you can feel the wa...	Radar	30	6176	09:20 PM Aug 5, 2021 by Radar
	Thuraya XT Lite (Preview) Looking to purchase satellite phone in near future for big lapping. Appreciate comments on subject phone. Thankyou	KymLou	4	1507	07:10 PM Aug 3, 2021 by Brad B
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