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Cupie · Cupie

Hi .. Picked this up on a Patrol Forum. For me, it is of interest only as I have a petrol engine. It was suggested earlier on the thread, that in the older engines (non CRD) where petrol had inadvertently been put into the tank, after draining etc, a dose of 2 stroke was a good precaution. Do any of you 'oile...

Jaahn · Jaahn

Hi Yobarr Here is your opportunity to ask Terry about your system. That way it will not swamp some other posters question. I am sure there will be interest from lots of other fence sitters. Terrry said " I think I've probably dragged this topic off track, that was not my intention, sorry about that. T...

Ellynsteve · Ellynsteve

Hi, my last conversion was a Coaster, after fitting it out it weighed 3870kg and was passed for a car licence and so downrated from light rigid. I now want to do the same with a heavier bus, the Mitsubishi Rosa, but don't know just how close I can get to the 4500 before it will be disallowed. Just the batte...

JURDO · JURDO

Gday All i have a FULLRIVER Valve regulated rechargeable battery in the back of my hiace camper. It doesnt mention agm any where and it 100 Ah/20HR cyclic application. My intention is to add another battery in parrallel. without getting too technical what is my best option? Can I add an AGM sealed batt...

matho · matho

Hi,had my van revealed about a year ago (2015 traveller) it is getting mould under sealer.should I be concerned Cheers Sid

Snippy · Snippy

Has anyone had problem with the dual temp fridge. Body of fridge is getting very hot and temp on freezer will not go below -1

JayDee · JayDee

I just posted an article under Teckies. but I forgot to type in the subject matter up the top. So ant clues as to how do I retrieve this post.??? Jay&Dee

oldbloke · oldbloke

Hi, this could be tricky and will try to explain. Cheap 22" digital tv with dvd player. Wingard butterfly arial with amplifyer. When it was very windy in victoria the other day the picture was pixaly, indicating a poor signal. Same next day. Today, new location ran the auto tune NO signal, others in the...

Bickies · Bickies

Hi, Im new to this site, so Im sorry in advance for posting this probably already covered question. What brake controller did you choose for your vehicle and why did you choose it. Has anyone gone for "Elecbrakes". This system appeals because you can use multiple vehicles to tow your van. Your input wo...

hako · hako

Here is a handy little toy that can have quite a few different applications in the van - check fridge temp...freezer temp...wheel bearing temp...airconditioner temp...ambient temp...cooking oil temp...oven temp... - the list goes on and on. Anyway, I bought one from China for $9.99 incl postag...

Jaahn · Jaahn

https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1124159_silicon-wafer-batteries-promise-lower-cost-better-stability

terrola · terrola

would any one know what size in mm wire that runs from plug to electric brakes thank you

sassycat · sassycat

Hi, I am frustrated trying to find a rear window heater switch it has 2D959621 printed on it willing to pay anyone who has one spare or knows where to get for a 2006 VW LT 35

Plain Truth · Plain Truth

Just ordered some" Quick screw in anderson type connectors",no need for soldering.Handy to have when travelling,will see how they go.

Dougwe · Dougwe

Hi all from tropical Townsville. I have a 2014 Colorado ute and want to get a brighter headlight instead of the dull original. So I was thinking changing to LED but was just told by a auto elec not to because mine and later models are not suited to LED headlights without major expense unless they came as or...

Rod Mac · Rod Mac

With all the discussions going on around weights I ask if there is anybody with knowledge on how the Cvan manufacturers determine the Ratings on the compliance plates. My van has an axle group rating of 2800kg.(dual axle roller rocker leaf springs) The compliance plate is stamped as follows. The...

punch and judi · punch and judi

my optitec V2 caravan mover is not working in forward or reverse. it will swivel left and right but when forward or reverse button is pushed it omits a continuous beep and will not move. it seems like the brake is jammed on or the gears are locked. I have tried different batteries and even connected it to a...

goldenyears · goldenyears

Recently had a ranger service .. wheel nuts were definitely over torqued after service .... should be 135nm and were 170nm !! don't think they used a torque wrench just the air gun !! Am I wrong in saying even 135nm appears to be too tight especially for after market wheels ? I struggle to get the nuts...

Hendo · Hendo

I'm going to paint my aluminium checker plate tool boxes. Looking for any hints on prep and process. Thanks Hendo

somewhere wanderers · somewhere wanderers

Hi all, I have a reversing camera in my vehicle and one on the back of the caravan, both cable connected to the monitor. My problem is that the camera on the van shows up as very bright with excessive contrast compared to the one on the car. Any idea as to why they would be so different??? The one on the van is p...

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	Adding 2 stroke oil in Diesel (Preview) Hi .. Picked this up on a Patrol Forum. For me, it is of interest only as I have a petrol engine. It was suggested earlier on the thread, that in the older engines (non CRD) where petrol had inadvertently been put into the tank, after draining etc, a dose of 2 stroke was a good precaution. Do any of you 'oile...	Cupie	22	7653	07:05 AM Aug 22, 2019 by MovinStuJen
	Yobarr's big solar lithium setup discussion !! (Preview) Hi Yobarr Here is your opportunity to ask Terry about your system. That way it will not swamp some other posters question. I am sure there will be interest from lots of other fence sitters. Terrry said " I think I've probably dragged this topic off track, that was not my intention, sorry about that. T...	Jaahn	19	2280	07:18 PM Aug 21, 2019 by yobarr
	Max tare for sub 4500 kg thresh hold. (Preview) Hi, my last conversion was a Coaster, after fitting it out it weighed 3870kg and was passed for a car licence and so downrated from light rigid. I now want to do the same with a heavier bus, the Mitsubishi Rosa, but don't know just how close I can get to the 4500 before it will be disallowed. Just the batte...	Ellynsteve	13	2731	06:43 PM Aug 21, 2019 by Ellynsteve
	Batteries (Preview) Gday All i have a FULLRIVER Valve regulated rechargeable battery in the back of my hiace camper. It doesnt mention agm any where and it 100 Ah/20HR cyclic application. My intention is to add another battery in parrallel. without getting too technical what is my best option? Can I add an AGM sealed batt...	JURDO	18	1992	06:29 PM Aug 21, 2019 by Ellynsteve
	Roof sealant (Preview) Hi,had my van revealed about a year ago (2015 traveller) it is getting mould under sealer.should I be concerned Cheers Sid	matho	5	1838	08:40 PM Aug 20, 2019 by Aus-Kiwi
	EVERKOOL RIDGE RYDER PROBLEMS (Preview) Has anyone had problem with the dual temp fridge. Body of fridge is getting very hot and temp on freezer will not go below -1	Snippy	0	1537	08:44 AM Aug 19, 2019 by Snippy
	how do I retrieve a post. (Preview) I just posted an article under Teckies. but I forgot to type in the subject matter up the top. So ant clues as to how do I retrieve this post.??? Jay&Dee	JayDee	3	1610	04:08 PM Aug 17, 2019 by Knight
	TV not working (Preview) Hi, this could be tricky and will try to explain. Cheap 22" digital tv with dvd player. Wingard butterfly arial with amplifyer. When it was very windy in victoria the other day the picture was pixaly, indicating a poor signal. Same next day. Today, new location ran the auto tune NO signal, others in the...	oldbloke	7	1779	11:38 AM Aug 17, 2019 by Gavinwr27
	Brake controllers (Preview) Hi, Im new to this site, so Im sorry in advance for posting this probably already covered question. What brake controller did you choose for your vehicle and why did you choose it. Has anyone gone for "Elecbrakes". This system appeals because you can use multiple vehicles to tow your van. Your input wo...	Bickies	10	2047	02:12 AM Aug 16, 2019 by IAN zzz
	Infrared Thermometer (Preview) Here is a handy little toy that can have quite a few different applications in the van - check fridge temp...freezer temp...wheel bearing temp...airconditioner temp...ambient temp...cooking oil temp...oven temp... - the list goes on and on. Anyway, I bought one from China for $9.99 incl postag...	hako	10	1788	03:49 PM Aug 15, 2019 by T1 Terry
	another new style wonder battery (Preview) https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1124159_silicon-wafer-batteries-promise-lower-cost-better-stability	Jaahn	3	1408	02:47 PM Aug 14, 2019 by T1 Terry
	electric brake wiring (Preview) would any one know what size in mm wire that runs from plug to electric brakes thank you	terrola	3	1746	12:12 PM Aug 14, 2019 by swamp
	VW LT35 2006 (Preview) Hi, I am frustrated trying to find a rear window heater switch it has 2D959621 printed on it willing to pay anyone who has one spare or knows where to get for a 2006 VW LT 35	sassycat	10	1647	11:50 AM Aug 14, 2019 by T1 Terry
	Quick screw in Anderson Plug Connectors (Preview) Just ordered some" Quick screw in anderson type connectors",no need for soldering.Handy to have when travelling,will see how they go.	Plain Truth	14	3800	10:26 AM Aug 13, 2019 by diggerop
	Change headlight globes (Preview) Hi all from tropical Townsville. I have a 2014 Colorado ute and want to get a brighter headlight instead of the dull original. So I was thinking changing to LED but was just told by a auto elec not to because mine and later models are not suited to LED headlights without major expense unless they came as or...	Dougwe	19	3940	08:18 PM Aug 11, 2019 by Aus-Kiwi
	Axle ratings query (Preview) With all the discussions going on around weights I ask if there is anybody with knowledge on how the Cvan manufacturers determine the Ratings on the compliance plates. My van has an axle group rating of 2800kg.(dual axle roller rocker leaf springs) The compliance plate is stamped as follows. The...	Rod Mac	28	1769	08:18 PM Aug 10, 2019 by Peter_n_Margaret
	caravan mover (Preview) my optitec V2 caravan mover is not working in forward or reverse. it will swivel left and right but when forward or reverse button is pushed it omits a continuous beep and will not move. it seems like the brake is jammed on or the gears are locked. I have tried different batteries and even connected it to a...	punch and judi	6	3034	07:21 PM Aug 10, 2019 by punch and judi
	ranger wheel nut torque settings (Preview) Recently had a ranger service .. wheel nuts were definitely over torqued after service .... should be 135nm and were 170nm !! don't think they used a torque wrench just the air gun !! Am I wrong in saying even 135nm appears to be too tight especially for after market wheels ? I struggle to get the nuts...	goldenyears	13	8646	10:45 AM Aug 9, 2019 by Gus1949
	To paint tool box (Preview) I'm going to paint my aluminium checker plate tool boxes. Looking for any hints on prep and process. Thanks Hendo	Hendo	5	1877	10:27 AM Aug 9, 2019 by Hendo
	Reversing camera Troubleshooting. (Preview) Hi all, I have a reversing camera in my vehicle and one on the back of the caravan, both cable connected to the monitor. My problem is that the camera on the van shows up as very bright with excessive contrast compared to the one on the car. Any idea as to why they would be so different??? The one on the van is p...	somewhere wanderers	2	1852	05:17 PM Aug 7, 2019 by Baz421
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