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Buzz Lightbulb · Buzz Lightbulb

Some people on another forum have suggested that one should carry a jump starter battery in case one's car battery goes flat. It sounded like a good idea if travelling alone because you need another car for jumper leads to work. I was wondering if a jump starter battery could be used as a spare battery...

possumyvonne · possumyvonne

Hi every one, well after the fridge stopped working I did get a thermistor from DEBE and I put it in the bottom of the fridge inside now I find that at -10c when the fridge is in the cruiser every thing thaws out is there an easy way to put it back where it belongs to get the fridge working properly again If any o...

RAINBIRD ROVERS · RAINBIRD ROVERS

I have just recently taken possession of a New ISUZU D.MAX MY21 DUAL CAB LSM UTE. AUTO. I intend to install a Catch Can as well as a Primary Filter. I am seeking info. if other vanners have bought this new model and are currently towing with it, have they seen a need to install an extra Transmission Cooler...

DUSTYRHODES · DUSTYRHODES

Hi all, my 100 ah battery has gone almost dead flat ( 4.04 v). I know they need to be hit with a good strong charge ala' HD battery and jumper leads, before the smaller chargers will take over. I have a pair of battery clips that plug into the Anderson plug (which shows 12.4v) will that do it ?? Cheers DR.

aastek · aastek

Before I try it, would like to know from those who know, can I charge my iPhone directly from the USB outlet on my battery box. My concern is that the voltage reading on the battery is around 13-13.5V. I will be doing lots of free camping and will not have access to 240v and dont want to run the car simply to...

Gus1949 · Gus1949

I have a 120w portable solar panel that I want to be able to connect to my van to add to the 120w panel on the roof. What I thought would work is to put a twelve pin plug on the solar panel and plugging into the 12 pin plug on the vans 'A' frame using the No. 2 & 3 pins (these are the pins used when connect...

RAINBIRD ROVERS · RAINBIRD ROVERS

Hi all, we have had our new model ISUZU D MAX MY 21 DUAL CAB UTE for about 3 months now. Our new van has arrived and we pick it up on Thursday. The Isuzu Book shows under the towing section that the following should be turned off. EG..." BLIND SPOT MONITORING," also says it is worth turning off .... LKA "LANE K...

Uberd · Uberd

My wife and I are taking delivery of a off-road caravan with a fully loaded weight allowance of 2800 kegs. So I guess we will generally be towing bet 2500 and 2800. We were looking at buying a Ford Ranger Wildtrak which gives us reasonable payload on the car to allow for Bullbar, winch and extras. Does a...

PKwhelan · PKwhelan

Seeking feedback/advice on the following please. I have a 206 off road van I have 2 x 100ah LiFePo4 batteries (2 years old approx) and use an Enerdrive ePRO monitor for my caravan. I also have 3 x solar panels to charge. For the last 3 or 4 weeks I have had van parked up and have turned off all appliances (f...

Wayne o · Wayne o

Even though I haven't bought a MH as yet, I am looking at the possibility of bringing along a motorcycle scooter attached to the rear. Anyone done this and if so, please feel free to comment on recommendations. Obviously, there is going to be a substantial bracket/platform to be fitted to take the weig...

Colin Penrose · Colin Penrose

Hi guys. I am setting up my caravan for free camping. Any advice on the best gas instant outdoor hot water showers ? Most that I have seen look identical except for the brand and the price. Any advice from those that have used one for a while would be greatly appreciated. Cheers Col

J_KZ-1 · J_KZ-1

Hello again forum members, As mentioned in earlier post that I would ask for more advise. We have a 2006 Discovery3, petrol V6, it had 7 pin plug in place of the black plug pre installed to car in hitch area at assembly (white 12S plug still functional). We have a 2003 jayco tandem axle outback pop top. No i...

maroon13 · maroon13

hi fellow gromads When I set up my van to go, I connect to 240 ac to get the fridge cool and when it comes to hook up time I get a tingle when I create an earth by touching both frame and concrete slab (more so when wet) I have tried isolating appliances in the van and still get a tingle ( volt meter says 3 to 7 volts...

J_KZ-1 · J_KZ-1

Gday forum members, I like to post a request for advise, also we are new members to GN forum- posted intro couple days ago. As we are relatively new to caravanning (approx 4/5years) and have confined our trips to 3 to 4 hours in Victoria except one to Port Lincoln SA and one to family in Grafton NSW. We hav...

J_KZ-1 · J_KZ-1

Hello all, I am starting a new post re CB radio: did do a post a couple days ago re how to select CB radio for touring: did receive a lot of good input/advise. I have narrowed it to two brands GME and Oricom. The GME 5w XRS-330c and the Oricom 5w UHF380pk. Regrettably I am being price driven at the moment, ther...

peter67 · peter67

What is the average fuse rating for cigarette sockets, looking to use a medium to fast charger for mobile phone, cheers

Slydy · Slydy

Hi All, We have a Fiat Ducato RV in Brisbane that requires its 100,000K servicing. We would also like to have the brakes and clutch checked. Can anyone suggest who and where we can get these things done (in Brisbane) without taking out a second mortgage on our RV please. Regards Wayne & Jenni

tuggersbmx · tuggersbmx

Hi everyone. I recently had a mechanic remove a ED33 engine from my Nissan Civilian and replace it with an fd33t turbo engine. I upgraded the turbo to a Garret but only slightly bigger, installed an intercooler, had the injectors reconditioned, put in a nice new dump pipe and 2.5 inch exhaust. Mechani...

garrlyn · garrlyn

Is it very difficult for a couple of oldies to fit a camec caravan cover. -- Edited by garrlyn on Saturday 6th of March 2021 05:01:49 PM

wombat50 · wombat50

I would like to be able to charge the 2nd battery in the car by using the solar set up from the caravan. In the car the 2nd battery is 60ampAGM. The van setup is 1x130W panel and 2x120amp AGM batteries which works good. I want to be able to keep the 2nd car battery charged while i have the car fridge hooked up to...

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	Can a jump starter battery be used as a spare caravan battery? (Preview) Some people on another forum have suggested that one should carry a jump starter battery in case one's car battery goes flat. It sounded like a good idea if travelling alone because you need another car for jumper leads to work. I was wondering if a jump starter battery could be used as a spare battery...	Buzz Lightbulb	18	2518	09:07 PM Apr 1, 2021 by dabbler
	waeco 40lt thermister not working again ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) Hi every one, well after the fridge stopped working I did get a thermistor from DEBE and I put it in the bottom of the fridge inside now I find that at -10c when the fridge is in the cruiser every thing thaws out is there an easy way to put it back where it belongs to get the fridge working properly again If any o...	possumyvonne	78	10869	07:30 PM Mar 31, 2021 by DeBe
	Do I need to install another Transmission Oil Cooler (Preview) I have just recently taken possession of a New ISUZU D.MAX MY21 DUAL CAB LSM UTE. AUTO. I intend to install a Catch Can as well as a Primary Filter. I am seeking info. if other vanners have bought this new model and are currently towing with it, have they seen a need to install an extra Transmission Cooler...	RAINBIRD ROVERS	10	3613	10:15 AM Mar 31, 2021 by Kebbin
	Re booting Gel battery. (Preview) Hi all, my 100 ah battery has gone almost dead flat ( 4.04 v). I know they need to be hit with a good strong charge ala' HD battery and jumper leads, before the smaller chargers will take over. I have a pair of battery clips that plug into the Anderson plug (which shows 12.4v) will that do it ?? Cheers DR.	DUSTYRHODES	5	1499	11:25 PM Mar 30, 2021 by Tony Bev
	Charging an IPhone from the battery box? (Preview) Before I try it, would like to know from those who know, can I charge my iPhone directly from the USB outlet on my battery box. My concern is that the voltage reading on the battery is around 13-13.5V. I will be doing lots of free camping and will not have access to 240v and dont want to run the car simply to...	aastek	3	927	08:09 PM Mar 30, 2021 by Mamil
	Connecting portable solar panel to van (Preview) I have a 120w portable solar panel that I want to be able to connect to my van to add to the 120w panel on the roof. What I thought would work is to put a twelve pin plug on the solar panel and plugging into the 12 pin plug on the vans 'A' frame using the No. 2 & 3 pins (these are the pins used when connect...	Gus1949	19	11393	11:02 PM Mar 28, 2021 by oldbloke
	What to turn off when towing with NEW ISUZU DMAX MY21 Ute (Preview) Hi all, we have had our new model ISUZU D MAX MY 21 DUAL CAB UTE for about 3 months now. Our new van has arrived and we pick it up on Thursday. The Isuzu Book shows under the towing section that the following should be turned off. EG..." BLIND SPOT MONITORING," also says it is worth turning off .... LKA "LANE K...	RAINBIRD ROVERS	1	3990	10:47 PM Mar 28, 2021 by Warren-Pat_01
	What tow vehicle to buy? ( 1 2 ) Ranger Towing capacity (Preview) My wife and I are taking delivery of a off-road caravan with a fully loaded weight allowance of 2800 kegs. So I guess we will generally be towing bet 2500 and 2800. We were looking at buying a Ford Ranger Wildtrak which gives us reasonable payload on the car to allow for Bullbar, winch and extras. Does a...	Uberd	48	4698	01:40 PM Mar 27, 2021 by gdayjr
	LiFePo4 batteries storage management when not in use (Preview) Seeking feedback/advice on the following please. I have a 206 off road van I have 2 x 100ah LiFePo4 batteries (2 years old approx) and use an Enerdrive ePRO monitor for my caravan. I also have 3 x solar panels to charge. For the last 3 or 4 weeks I have had van parked up and have turned off all appliances (f...	PKwhelan	6	1697	09:53 AM Mar 26, 2021 by Craig1
	Can I bring my scooter with the Motorhome? (Preview) Even though I haven't bought a MH as yet, I am looking at the possibility of bringing along a motorcycle scooter attached to the rear. Anyone done this and if so, please feel free to comment on recommendations. Obviously, there is going to be a substantial bracket/platform to be fitted to take the weig...	Wayne o	29	3745	05:51 PM Mar 25, 2021 by peter67
	Gas instant showers (Preview) Hi guys. I am setting up my caravan for free camping. Any advice on the best gas instant outdoor hot water showers ? Most that I have seen look identical except for the brand and the price. Any advice from those that have used one for a while would be greatly appreciated. Cheers Col	Colin Penrose	24	5837	08:23 PM Mar 22, 2021 by Mamil
	Wiring caravan dometic fridge model RM 2350, in 2003 pop top van. (Preview) Hello again forum members, As mentioned in earlier post that I would ask for more advise. We have a 2006 Discovery3, petrol V6, it had 7 pin plug in place of the black plug pre installed to car in hitch area at assembly (white 12S plug still functional). We have a 2003 jayco tandem axle outback pop top. No i...	J_KZ-1	18	2484	03:51 PM Mar 22, 2021 by J_KZ-1
	Earth leakage ( 1 2 ) (Preview) hi fellow gromads When I set up my van to go, I connect to 240 ac to get the fridge cool and when it comes to hook up time I get a tingle when I create an earth by touching both frame and concrete slab (more so when wet) I have tried isolating appliances in the van and still get a tingle ( volt meter says 3 to 7 volts...	maroon13	30	3301	08:55 AM Mar 22, 2021 by oldbloke
	Appropriate CB radio for touring? (Preview) Gday forum members, I like to post a request for advise, also we are new members to GN forum- posted intro couple days ago. As we are relatively new to caravanning (approx 4/5years) and have confined our trips to 3 to 4 hours in Victoria except one to Port Lincoln SA and one to family in Grafton NSW. We hav...	J_KZ-1	21	1706	07:56 PM Mar 19, 2021 by J_KZ-1
	CB radio selection for touring (Preview) Hello all, I am starting a new post re CB radio: did do a post a couple days ago re how to select CB radio for touring: did receive a lot of good input/advise. I have narrowed it to two brands GME and Oricom. The GME 5w XRS-330c and the Oricom 5w UHF380pk. Regrettably I am being price driven at the moment, ther...	J_KZ-1	10	1575	04:29 PM Mar 19, 2021 by Mariner30
	Best cigarette lighter adapter for charging your mobile? (Preview) What is the average fuse rating for cigarette sockets, looking to use a medium to fast charger for mobile phone, cheers	peter67	3	1020	10:05 AM Mar 18, 2021 by peter67
	Servicing of Fiat Ducato - Brisbane (Preview) Hi All, We have a Fiat Ducato RV in Brisbane that requires its 100,000K servicing. We would also like to have the brakes and clutch checked. Can anyone suggest who and where we can get these things done (in Brisbane) without taking out a second mortgage on our RV please. Regards Wayne & Jenni	Slydy	6	2570	06:49 PM Mar 16, 2021 by Aus-Kiwi
	No power after turbo engine install ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi everyone. I recently had a mechanic remove a ED33 engine from my Nissan Civilian and replace it with an fd33t turbo engine. I upgraded the turbo to a Garret but only slightly bigger, installed an intercooler, had the injectors reconditioned, put in a nice new dump pipe and 2.5 inch exhaust. Mechani...	tuggersbmx	54	4761	09:44 PM Mar 15, 2021 by landy
	Caravan covers (Preview) Is it very difficult for a couple of oldies to fit a camec caravan cover. -- Edited by garrlyn on Saturday 6th of March 2021 05:01:49 PM	garrlyn	8	1820	11:50 AM Mar 14, 2021 by Bas + Eve
	charging second battery (Preview) I would like to be able to charge the 2nd battery in the car by using the solar set up from the caravan. In the car the 2nd battery is 60ampAGM. The van setup is 1x130W panel and 2x120amp AGM batteries which works good. I want to be able to keep the 2nd car battery charged while i have the car fridge hooked up to...	wombat50	25	1776	02:36 PM Mar 13, 2021 by oldbloke
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