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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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Hi Guys, I'm considering getting a TPMS for my BT50 and Franklin van. Do many of you out there have a TPMS? Are they worth having? Is there anything to look out for when choosing one? I've noticed that there is quite a large range to choose from starting from the EBAY cheapies for $20-30 up to over $1000 for...
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pghollis
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Stuck Travel Lock
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I haven't used the awning for a while and now find that the travel lock on the awning arm has managed to become stuck fast. Is WD40 the best lubricant to use to penetrate? I have some lanolin and some silicon from previous jobs on the window locks. I have given it a decent hit with the WD40 about an hour ago an...
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DMaxer
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VW Amarok upgrades and longer wheelbase mods now available !
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Hi I was strolling past the local VW dealer and noticed a sign written Amarok XXL on display. Never seen that before It said VW factory endorsed. The company is Adaptive Manufacturing and has a web site; https://www.adaptivemanufacturing.com.au/ Might be of interest for someone looking for a...
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Jaahn
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24" SMART TV 12v
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Has anyone installed a smart tv by kogan and if so how good is it for netflix, digital services etc they are not cheap but increases the program choice for viewing .
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jeepnudger
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Truma Ultrarapid Gas/240V - reliable???
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(https://www.truma.com/au/en/products/truma-hot-water-system/ultrarapid).
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mixedup
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Marine oil seals
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Hi, Has anyone got any ideas on weather its a good idea to fit Marine oil seals to caravan with alko electric brakes instead of the standed oil seals?? as I'm changing out bearings and have a set off marine seals I was thinking of using would appreciate any thoughts Cheers ken
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Bukhouse
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King coil springs
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We have purchased a new larger van and thinking about fitting king coil springs to our 2013 Pajero . Once fitted concerned the ride will be to stiff and uncomfortable when not towing . Appreciate comments from Pajero owners
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Hutcho
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Looking for a tug with a higher GCM, i.e. 70 series land Cruiser.
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I have a ute with a GCM of 6000kg, and need more. The 70 series Land Cruiser ute could fit the bill. Maybe getting a cab chassis at the auctions, has anyone any experience with these. I heard on the grape vine that Toyota are to stop making them, as they can't meet the new crash impact regulations, is that t...
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iana
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Caravan and Tow Vehicle Weights Caclulator
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2016 was bad year for caravan rollovers. While not all of these accidents were caused by overweight caravans it is good bet that this may well have contributed to many of them in some way. Police in Victoria and other States are currently stopping many vans and weighing them. The purpose of this, at thi...
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revemike
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Dometic Air cond. Trips breaker when it Rains
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My Ducted Roof Top Dometic Air Cond. trips circuit breaker in my Motorhome when it rains . I have taken it to Dometic and they told me they found a leaking condenser which they replaced but couldn't get it to trip . So they had it all day and 30 mins before closing they ring me and say its ready. I'm in the off...
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goldcoaster
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Strange Inverter Problem
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In my caravan I have a 2000W pure sinewave inverter, 2 x 100Ah sealed lead acid batteries, 2 x 120W solar panels, an ePRO plus high precision battery monitor, an 800W microwave oven, and 2 x portable induction cooktops. We love using the induction cooktops at caravan parks as they are quicker and more p...
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Derek Barnes
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Induction Cooktops and Pacemakers
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My wife has not long ago had a pacemaker implanted. What a difference that makes! I am concerned though about EMF interference from devices such as Induction Cooktops or Microwaves. I phoned the Cardiac specialist and they referred me to the pacemaker supplier. I phoned them and the guy said not to go...
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erad
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Need help with a 3000 Centurion Power Converter
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Hi, We are long time members, but we have been MIA for a long time. But my husband and I are back and we have another van its a Jayco Starcraft 1999 pop top. We bought it about 6 months ago, and it was very neglected So we have been slowly going through it, and sorting out what what it needs. It is looking great n...
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Grams
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lpg
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hi all does any one know how how many drops a minute do i use for morey's upper cylinder lubricant when running on lpg cheers snap
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snap1946
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Auxiliary Battery set up ideas for Disco 4 MY11
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We do miss the very good auxiliary power set up we had in the 80 series Land Cruiser. Of course they were / are built like tanks in that aspect. The "new" tug has far more sensitive and closely engineered systems and we are looking at a set up for it. Hs any body ever set one up or had one done for them and if so wh...
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Mobi Condo
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Batteries
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Mick, an electrician mate of mine, who owns a Silverline, told me today that we should do the following if our van is stored for any length of time due to the virus:- 1. Every few months turn off the power to the van 2. Turn all the lights on for a few hours and then 3. Turn the power back on and the lights off. Mi...
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2trout
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Victron IP67 240 Volt 25 amp battery Charger
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Good afternoon to all
My Projecta 25 amp Charger has quit , so my 12 volt shop recommended a Victron IP 67 25 amp charger. It looks a very solid unit with a 5 year guarantee and is better value money wise.
These are controlled by blue tooth. I have two 105 amp AGM batteries connected parallel.. Should I se...
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dazz49
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What is best way to monitor your batteries in van
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We have A Starcraft Jayco Van 2016 model. There is a panel in van where you switch battery power on, turn water pump on , shows water levels in tanks and has digital % read out of battery. What I am not sure is this read out coming from across batteries ( i have dual batteries ) and would you say it is accura...
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jeepnudger
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FD33T injector nozzles
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Hi everyone. I've looked around a fair bit to try find a cross reference part number for some Nissan FD33T injector nizzles (tips). I can find the oem part number which is 16620-T9300. Surely there's an aftermarket parts number or someone makes a nozzle other than oem from China which would take mo...
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Phone to Bluetooth dropping out
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Has any one had their phone drop out of bluetooth? My phone was connected to Bluetooth and was working fine. Then I kept getting an error message saying that their was an error with the audio. The phone works fine on Bluetooth in other vechiles, so it is not a fault with the phone. Does any one know how to co...
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