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Electric step
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Have power to step but will no operate the mechanism.
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robo24
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Poptop Sock install
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i have just had a look at my pop top sock and it is staring to look in need of replacement Replacing is it a hard job in need of experts , or a home job , and if home job ,best place and maybe price to buy i have looked on YouTube but cant find any info on replacement ,but that's maybe just me
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Cowboy7307
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Exhaust Soot
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Ive made myself a copy of a Rock Tamer, obviously not as pretty as the real deal, and have it fitted to my 200 series Landcruiser. Ive cut a hole opposite my downwards facing exhaust pipe and have the mudflap angled at approx 30 degrees. When pulling our 22.5ft van the exhaust soot is blowing back onto the...
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Bruce Mc
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Lead carbon batteries
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Has anyone heard of (or use) lead carbon batteries? Time to replace the batteries. (Ps...dont buy cheapos from the internet!!) we have come across lead carbon batteries and they offer 3 yr warranty and recharge quickly.
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buffy61
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Swap engine / gearbox or put my cabin / shell on the other chassis
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Gday everyone.
Just wanted peoples thoughts on my options.
I have two civilians both 88 models. One is ED33 which I have 90% finished my fit out on the inside and done all water tanks and just put new tie rods and king pins in.
The other bus has the ED33T engine and 6 speed trans to match. It's just a ba...
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tuggersbmx
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Auto transmission oil temperature.
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Anyone know what the operating temperatures for synthetic transmission oil is, I can find info on the mineral oil but not the top end temperatures for synthetic. Funny enough they publish the minimum temperatures, but not operating and max. My guess is 104 degrees Celsius.
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iana
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WAECO CF35 fridge running on 12v, dead on 240v
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Hi, nice to meet you all. I'm currently having issues with my Waeco CF35. It's currently running on 12v but when plugged into my car however it won't run when plugged into 240v. I have opened up the cooler and have identified 2 circuit boards and have attached them. Which one of these boards do I need to re...
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ChinH
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Inverter current draw for running a 240V inverter. Potential over draw for Lithium batteries internal protection !
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Hi I received a Technical bulletin from Lithium Labs as a previous customer, about continuous use above 100A from their battery powerpacks.As these have an internal fuse that limits current to 125A continuous and ~250 for 10 seconds, if you use more that those currents the fuse will blow. They offe...
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Jaahn
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Generator or inverter?
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gday, possibly plenty of permutations to this scenario but I have 2 house batteries, 130w solar panel and a spare Anderson plug for anything else. Question is if I want to stay off grid for a couple of days without panicking, can I get a small gennie and charge through the Anderson or do I get an inverter i...
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Davianni
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Civilian ED33 swap for TD42
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Hi.
I'm nearly at the point of either upgrading my ED33 1988 civilian engine with a turbo / exhaust/ Intercooler or looking at total engine swap. Has anyone swapped out the ED33 engine for a something else? TD42 maybe?
Any thoughts / help apreciated.
If I could go back in time I would have bought a T...
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tuggersbmx
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Aus-kiwi Where are ya?
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Trying to get in direct contact with Aus-Kiwi.
He's a very knowledgeable guy and I would very much appreciate his input / guidance on a few matters.
If you out there mate. PM me !!
Cheers
Mick
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tuggersbmx
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Best turbo for ED33T engine?
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Hi All.
I've got an ed33T to put in my civilian and although the original turbo works it very old and while I have the chance to replace / upgrade before I get the engine put in I am looking for information / suggestions for a good replacement or better yet an upgrade to get the best I can out of this engine.
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tuggersbmx
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Awning Support
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Hi All - Just looking for some feedback re my wind-out awning. It's 4 metres x 2.5 metres reach, with a vertical support at each end, which is attached to guy rope. My question is, with the addition of a privacy screen along the 4 metre length, is it advisable to add an additional vertical support pole in t...
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REBA
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Personal safety and security systems
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We are newbies in our 60s and plan some off road/isolated trips and wondered how people deal with safety and security issues please. Do you have motion detectors or nighttime alarms, pepper sprays or even tasers for self defense?
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Apollo88
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Rain Water collection clips for Awnings and longevity of such
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Having now a lovely Roll Out Awning, we have the flap to roll up to a neat gutter. Does any one have experience of just how long the clips which are used to shape the flap last? Cheers - Ian
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Mobi Condo
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Landcruiser 76 series fuel tank
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Hi my low fuel light comes on when 30 litres still left in tank. Anyone know the accessible fuel quantity of the 130l tank.
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Fredmw
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How to fix coaxial to Clipsal
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Hi all Can anyone help me know how to connect the coaxial cable to this clipsal tv external socket? Also, how to assemble the square bit into the housing? Can't find a video. Thanks heaps, Ken
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KenG
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Winnebago specs.
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Would anyone know the water tank/ water heater and toilet capacities for a 2004 Winnebago Freewind. I have tried Winnebago Australia with no success.
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RV freewind
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Newby wanting off-grid advice
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Hi all,
My husband and I have just purchased our first motor home, it is a 2007 Ford Transit Winnebago.
There are 2 solar panels on the roof and and inverter with 2 deep-cycle batteries. I don't know the sizes of any of these items yet as we don't get to pick up our baby until Saturday.
The sellers have to...
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Cathie295
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caravan sink seal
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i have taken my Caravan sink out to do some running repairs on pipe work, ready to put it back in ,looked at the rubber seal that was on it, needs replacing , where would you buy that,? have looked on Google and it only come s up with tape or silicon sealer The one that came off , pushes on to bottom of sink edge ...
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Cowboy7307
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