Techies' Corner

bazzaswife · bazzaswife

We have a power star solar system working lights on our van that has suddenly started to turn off. This also turns off the fridge which is in AC power. Any ideas why this would be happening? Camping at the beach and hoping to find an electrician soon. Thanks.

67HR · 67HR

Hi, just wondering what caused the old anderson positive connector to corrode. It's connected to the AGM in the van so is live. As it was crimped on I was able to manipulate the connector and get the wire out. There was no sign of gunge on the wire so I tidied it up, tinned it and soldered a new lug on.

jegog · jegog

This is a Mitsubishi Sport, it is fitted with an after market tow bar which looks to be sitting proud of the rear bumper bar. This I believe would render the bumper bar crumple zone useless and compromise safety. The spare tyre is stored behind the tongue and this limits the length of the tongue. /Use...

Mrs Ford Ranger · Mrs Ford Ranger

Rv brand wifi. Can anyone give me an idea of whether there worth buying

Bukhouse · Bukhouse

Can anyone tell me where these 12v wires go ?? I want to wire in Anderson plug from tow vehicle -- Edited by Bukhouse on Friday 20th of December 2024 03:22:33 PM -- Edited by Bukhouse on Friday 20th of December 2024 03:26:07 PM

wootts · wootts

Looking for feed back on either BCF xtm or TC Boxes tilt fridge slide. If you have one for or against would be helpful. Price wise they are similar. Cheers Wootts

ChrisPie · ChrisPie

Hi all, I've had a few vans but recently splashed out on a brand new one, a 17'4" single axle. It's great, but ... we didn't get to use it for a couple of months due to work commitments, and when we did was when I started to notice that even on level ground, the offside side of the van sits some 25-30mm lower th...

jegog · jegog

The car park at the Luton airport had a Land Rover catch fire which subsequently destroyed the car park and a lot of vehicles parked inside. See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zk0MWDsueMY for John Cadagon's commentary on it. At the end he gives advice on what to do if you are inside a carpark whi...

cobberdog · cobberdog

Just a shout out to people that know of any problems with the 2024 EVEREST SPORT 3ltr v6 engine or transmission. THANKS IN ADVANCE. Peter

Jason F · Jason F

I need to buy an A/C for my new pop top slide on. There are three main products I see here in Australia:Truma SaphirHaughton Belaire HB9000, andDenso UB1. All are 'do-it-yourself' plug and play simple boxes and all similar size, capacity, rating etc. The obvious differences are hose outlets option...

Warren-Pat_01 · Warren-Pat_01

Hello everyone, I have found quite a lot of information in this forum on converting from AGM to Lithium batteries - & still a lot to get through. Thanks to all contributors for your inputs. I have a question - hopefully it will be simple. Recently via this forum, I bought one of Woolworths' VOLTEX Li...

Agent86 · Agent86

Hi, I have a 2011 Mazda BT 50 3.0L 4x4 for towing an 18.6 ft van (2650 Kg max). Looking at a clutch replacement and am seeking any advise from someone who has had it done with this model. Not sure whether to go on Dual or single mass. Thanks in anticipation of some feedback.

FootlooseFizzers · FootlooseFizzers

Hi All, Im doubting the science!! I have calculated the supposed correct tyre pressure for my 21' twin axle van and it comes out at 36PSI. Then Isee one caravan sales mob say things like if y our trvelling at approx 100 kph on avarage then your pressure should be 50 psi (or half of whatever speed you...

goldenyears · goldenyears

Can anyone explain why my battery is at %65 and yet when I use microwave 800w the alarm on invertor goes off for low battery? And then unable to use microwave! With battery being at %65 I would have thought that was enough power !! Any help appreciated

Headly · Headly

G'day new to forum I hope someone may help we have a concept innovation having problems with pressure when connected to mains water about five minutes in the water pours out of the plastic drain valve under van I've replaced the drain valve, replaced brass pressure reducing valve, replaced plastic w...

muzzagod · muzzagod

Hoping somebody may have more info - 2015 Diesel BT50 has brand new engine (don't ask!!) goes into a sort of Limp Mode after about an hour on the highway, no towing involved. Can still do approx. 80 kmh, but I pull off, switch off engine, take out keys, disconnect the accelerator pedal, pump it a few times...

Gundog · Gundog

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&;rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/incidents/queensland-family-stranded-after-toyota-rejects-warranty-on-modified-landcruiser/news-story/c2227da04ea43c9e43f4...

DaveR · DaveR

Good afternoon all. I am wondering if anyone has had any dealings with the THETFORD 105 ltr compressor fridge. I would like to know how much power draw there is on a 12 volt battery. Our 3 way fridge has given up the ghost and THETFORD have discontinued the 93ltr range of 3 ways. Any advice would be appreci...

Headingoff · Headingoff

Hi All, Does anyone know of a company that provides good service and reasonable prices in electrical and solar installations for RVs. Somewhere in Melbournes SE would be ideal as I am down towards Pakenham way. Ive recently purchased a motor home and would like it checked out for compliance and possi...

Izabarack · Izabarack

Fishing buddy recently bought a Mux. He had previously borrowed my DMax and liked the package so bought the Mux to pull the new van. Old habits caught him put at the fuel pump and he mistakingly put about 70 Litres of 95 in the Mux tank. Vehicle started playing up pretty soon after leaving the Calte...

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	Solar system issues (Preview) We have a power star solar system working lights on our van that has suddenly started to turn off. This also turns off the fridge which is in AC power. Any ideas why this would be happening? Camping at the beach and hoping to find an electrician soon. Thanks.	bazzaswife	1	1089	01:27 PM Dec 27, 2024 by TimTim
	Anderson connector corrosion (Preview) Hi, just wondering what caused the old anderson positive connector to corrode. It's connected to the AGM in the van so is live. As it was crimped on I was able to manipulate the connector and get the wire out. There was no sign of gunge on the wire so I tidied it up, tinned it and soldered a new lug on.	67HR	6	1156	12:44 AM Dec 27, 2024 by 67HR
	Towbar location (Preview) This is a Mitsubishi Sport, it is fitted with an after market tow bar which looks to be sitting proud of the rear bumper bar. This I believe would render the bumper bar crumple zone useless and compromise safety. The spare tyre is stored behind the tongue and this limits the length of the tongue. /Use...	jegog	3	1166	09:15 PM Dec 26, 2024 by TimTim
	Wifi (Preview) Rv brand wifi. Can anyone give me an idea of whether there worth buying	Mrs Ford Ranger	7	1607	08:46 AM Dec 25, 2024 by Gundog
	Three way fridge 12v wiring (Preview) Can anyone tell me where these 12v wires go ?? I want to wire in Anderson plug from tow vehicle -- Edited by Bukhouse on Friday 20th of December 2024 03:22:33 PM -- Edited by Bukhouse on Friday 20th of December 2024 03:26:07 PM	Bukhouse	7	1293	12:04 PM Dec 21, 2024 by 67HR
	Fridge slide (Preview) Looking for feed back on either BCF xtm or TC Boxes tilt fridge slide. If you have one for or against would be helpful. Price wise they are similar. Cheers Wootts	wootts	0	1071	11:34 PM Dec 18, 2024 by wootts
	New Van Leans to the Right Lean Suspension Weight (Preview) Hi all, I've had a few vans but recently splashed out on a brand new one, a 17'4" single axle. It's great, but ... we didn't get to use it for a couple of months due to work commitments, and when we did was when I started to notice that even on level ground, the offside side of the van sits some 25-30mm lower th...	ChrisPie	2	1222	10:05 PM Dec 5, 2024 by ChrisPie
	Luton car park fire (Preview) The car park at the Luton airport had a Land Rover catch fire which subsequently destroyed the car park and a lot of vehicles parked inside. See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zk0MWDsueMY for John Cadagon's commentary on it. At the end he gives advice on what to do if you are inside a carpark whi...	jegog	7	1906	02:04 PM Dec 4, 2024 by dorian
	FORD EVEREST SPORT 3ltrv6 2024 reliable? (Preview) Just a shout out to people that know of any problems with the 2024 EVEREST SPORT 3ltr v6 engine or transmission. THANKS IN ADVANCE. Peter	cobberdog	1	1764	10:33 AM Nov 25, 2024 by peter67
	Under bed Air conditioners - reviews sought (Preview) I need to buy an A/C for my new pop top slide on. There are three main products I see here in Australia:Truma SaphirHaughton Belaire HB9000, andDenso UB1. All are 'do-it-yourself' plug and play simple boxes and all similar size, capacity, rating etc. The obvious differences are hose outlets option...	Jason F	9	4950	04:15 PM Nov 21, 2024 by Whenarewethere
	Changing to Lithium - Jayco caravan (Preview) Hello everyone, I have found quite a lot of information in this forum on converting from AGM to Lithium batteries - & still a lot to get through. Thanks to all contributors for your inputs. I have a question - hopefully it will be simple. Recently via this forum, I bought one of Woolworths' VOLTEX Li...	Warren-Pat_01	7	2001	05:11 PM Nov 17, 2024 by TimTim
	Mazda BT 50 UN 2011 - Clutch replacement (Preview) Hi, I have a 2011 Mazda BT 50 3.0L 4x4 for towing an 18.6 ft van (2650 Kg max). Looking at a clutch replacement and am seeking any advise from someone who has had it done with this model. Not sure whether to go on Dual or single mass. Thanks in anticipation of some feedback.	Agent86	5	1453	12:55 PM Nov 17, 2024 by Agent86
	Tyre Pressure to low (Preview) Hi All, Im doubting the science!! I have calculated the supposed correct tyre pressure for my 21' twin axle van and it comes out at 36PSI. Then Isee one caravan sales mob say things like if y our trvelling at approx 100 kph on avarage then your pressure should be 50 psi (or half of whatever speed you...	FootlooseFizzers	25	2382	12:57 AM Nov 16, 2024 by jegog
	Inverter alarm when battery low 10.6 volt (Preview) Can anyone explain why my battery is at %65 and yet when I use microwave 800w the alarm on invertor goes off for low battery? And then unable to use microwave! With battery being at %65 I would have thought that was enough power !! Any help appreciated	goldenyears	10	1502	12:45 AM Nov 16, 2024 by jegog
	Water pressure problems (Preview) G'day new to forum I hope someone may help we have a concept innovation having problems with pressure when connected to mains water about five minutes in the water pours out of the plastic drain valve under van I've replaced the drain valve, replaced brass pressure reducing valve, replaced plastic w...	Headly	4	1454	08:34 AM Nov 12, 2024 by kgarnett
	2015 BT50 Problems (Preview) Hoping somebody may have more info - 2015 Diesel BT50 has brand new engine (don't ask!!) goes into a sort of Limp Mode after about an hour on the highway, no towing involved. Can still do approx. 80 kmh, but I pull off, switch off engine, take out keys, disconnect the accelerator pedal, pump it a few times...	muzzagod	11	2437	08:52 AM Nov 4, 2024 by blackstump
	Modded L300 grenades (Preview) https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&;rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/incidents/queensland-family-stranded-after-toyota-rejects-warranty-on-modified-landcruiser/news-story/c2227da04ea43c9e43f4...	Gundog	3	1614	01:10 PM Nov 3, 2024 by Bicyclecamper
	THETFORD 105 ltr compressor fridge. THETFORD fridge voltage draw (Preview) Good afternoon all. I am wondering if anyone has had any dealings with the THETFORD 105 ltr compressor fridge. I would like to know how much power draw there is on a 12 volt battery. Our 3 way fridge has given up the ghost and THETFORD have discontinued the 93ltr range of 3 ways. Any advice would be appreci...	DaveR	10	2115	11:01 PM Oct 30, 2024 by DaveR
	Electrical and Solar contractor (Preview) Hi All, Does anyone know of a company that provides good service and reasonable prices in electrical and solar installations for RVs. Somewhere in Melbournes SE would be ideal as I am down towards Pakenham way. Ive recently purchased a motor home and would like it checked out for compliance and possi...	Headingoff	0	988	05:02 PM Oct 23, 2024 by Headingoff
	Appears misfuelling is not always a disaster. (Preview) Fishing buddy recently bought a Mux. He had previously borrowed my DMax and liked the package so bought the Mux to pull the new van. Old habits caught him put at the fuel pump and he mistakingly put about 70 Litres of 95 in the Mux tank. Vehicle started playing up pretty soon after leaving the Calte...	Izabarack	2	1231	04:20 AM Oct 23, 2024 by Rodsvan
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