Techies' Corner

Dave Jezza · Dave Jezza

Hi all. We've had our van over a year now, and camped off grid and in parks on 240v without any issues with power. 160W solar and 120ah battery. I can't work out what this switch. "Master Switch", actually does. On or off everything works, or appears to. The 3 way fridge is pretty weak on 12v when towing, bu...

Hetho · Hetho

We spent the last 12 months on the road. travelled 45000 Km`s; and I carried out 4 services on my 200 series. Toyota have only done 2 services on my vehicle and each time I have been very disappointed. They have been very accomodating each time; but, I just can't throw good money at poor service. The faul...

terrola · terrola

hi does any one use chrome cast for watching netflix if so from phone or laptop ? do you find it ok ? thank you

Mr newts · Mr newts

Hi all we are heading over the nullarbor shortly and been advised to get a Sat phone for safety reasons,question is . Is it really necessary and what phone is the best one to get . We just want to be certain that getting a Sat phone isn't just another needless expense.

vonjean · vonjean

Anyone bought a good shower head with an off & on switch, that does a good job? now On the second one, looked good but the switch was a slide type with gets so hard to move, in the end took it out ready to replace. Need Australian fittings so can just screw it on the hose, as sometimes the sites are USA with...

Pam_Chris · Pam_Chris

I have just had the rear window on my Flexiglass Canopy literally explode while sitting in the shade (glad we were not away from home). This is apparently not an unusual occurrence for any of the fibreglass canopies. But what I found out was that if you have an insurance policy that covers you for a new wi...

Cyclops · Cyclops

just installed a VictRon BMV700 battery monitor in the van. At last I know whether or not my batteries are fully charged or not. Before all I had was a couple of green leds that really gave little info. The Victron shows actual voltage of batteries, how many amp hours are being drawn from the system, how m...

Bukhouse · Bukhouse

Hi, My son in law and wife have a Coromal silhouette 2006 and the mag wheels have crazing under the coating on the surface of the mags it appears that it is common problem dose anyone know the cause ?? to fix he had to sand the mag back and repolish cheers Ken

wombat50 · wombat50

Hi, I have just noticed this oil leak from one of the van wheels. I assume this is something to do with the bearings. would it indicate it is a worn/broken seal or the bearing is stuffed and will need replacing. any ideas or advice welcomed. Ross

Hetho · Hetho

The question is: When parked up at home, is it best to have it running or switched off with the doors open. I look forward to your advise. Regards. Hetho.

surf and turf · surf and turf

Hi all hope you can help me with a problem regarding my dometic fridge I need to replace the thermostat and was wondering if I have to remove the fridge from the cutout. also the thermos element for the gas looks like a big blob of copper not a straight probe.should it be replaced also. and help appreciate...

DMaxer · DMaxer

I have moved on from my power inlet issues only to be confronted by the front boot on my Windsor refusing to stay open when lifted up. I noticed that there are two struts to do this job and even to my simple mind I have realised that this must be the problem. My question are these;. Does it only take one of thes...

ulster · ulster

Hi! I have a 90 model 6 cylinder Coaster. The engine is very noisy and idles very rough. Any idea how to fix the problem?

Possum3 · Possum3

Hendo · Hendo

Hi I'm thinking about remapping my D-Max 2012, has anyone out there done theirs and are you happy with the results. Comments much appreciated Hendo

iana · iana

Some time ago I replaced the two 100 AH Gel batteries for two 120AH AGM's, this has made a big difference to our power availability, I believe the two Gels were wrecked at the factory and the service depot by incorrect charging, i.e. fast charging a Gel battery. Since installation, I have been reluctan...

Bobdown · Bobdown

What is general consensus with dual shocks? I have single ones but there is provision for a second one to be fitted without too much trouble by the look of it. It is a semi off road, CRS 3200 kg suspension. From my limited knowledge, dual shocks don't get as hot as single ones, but on a majority of bitumen t...

Hodgey · Hodgey

Hopefully someone has heard this and it is normal. When I start my fridge on gas the burner makes a roaring sound as it burns the gas. After a few minutes this sound lessens considerably and stays that way. Is this normal or should it continuing making the louder roar. Its not real old, just louder than af...

Iva Biggen · Iva Biggen

Hi GNs I have just signed up and posted on the forum tonight although I have been reading the topics for a while. I am considering updating my old Ford Courier ute that has served me well but I was just reading this and now I am concerned if these newer products are as bad as what the newspaper reported. http...

GlobalTraveller · GlobalTraveller

Dear Forum I am writing to try and find out if anyone has experienced a particular issue while towing their rig up steep hills. As there is a great deal information I have provided you with I have placed it all in the attachment rather than typing it here. A good deal of searching forums, especially For...

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Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Master Switch (Preview) Hi all. We've had our van over a year now, and camped off grid and in parks on 240v without any issues with power. 160W solar and 120ah battery. I can't work out what this switch. "Master Switch", actually does. On or off everything works, or appears to. The 3 way fridge is pretty weak on 12v when towing, bu...	Dave Jezza	7	1992	02:06 PM Mar 14, 2019 by Aus-Kiwi
	Servicing the Tug on the road. (Preview) We spent the last 12 months on the road. travelled 45000 Km`s; and I carried out 4 services on my 200 series. Toyota have only done 2 services on my vehicle and each time I have been very disappointed. They have been very accomodating each time; but, I just can't throw good money at poor service. The faul...	Hetho	9	2195	09:24 PM Mar 13, 2019 by ABNER
	chrome cast (Preview) hi does any one use chrome cast for watching netflix if so from phone or laptop ? do you find it ok ? thank you	terrola	8	1423	03:15 PM Mar 12, 2019 by MikeL
	Satellite phone (Preview) Hi all we are heading over the nullarbor shortly and been advised to get a Sat phone for safety reasons,question is . Is it really necessary and what phone is the best one to get . We just want to be certain that getting a Sat phone isn't just another needless expense.	Mr newts	19	2695	11:15 PM Mar 10, 2019 by Warren-Pat_01
	Shower head (Preview) Anyone bought a good shower head with an off & on switch, that does a good job? now On the second one, looked good but the switch was a slide type with gets so hard to move, in the end took it out ready to replace. Need Australian fittings so can just screw it on the hose, as sometimes the sites are USA with...	vonjean	2	1660	10:46 AM Mar 10, 2019 by vonjean
	canopy windows (Preview) I have just had the rear window on my Flexiglass Canopy literally explode while sitting in the shade (glad we were not away from home). This is apparently not an unusual occurrence for any of the fibreglass canopies. But what I found out was that if you have an insurance policy that covers you for a new wi...	Pam_Chris	4	5310	09:38 PM Mar 9, 2019 by Pam_Chris
	Victron BMV 700 (Preview) just installed a VictRon BMV700 battery monitor in the van. At last I know whether or not my batteries are fully charged or not. Before all I had was a couple of green leds that really gave little info. The Victron shows actual voltage of batteries, how many amp hours are being drawn from the system, how m...	Cyclops	7	1463	09:23 PM Mar 8, 2019 by Chris61
	Coromal mag wheel surface crazing (Preview) Hi, My son in law and wife have a Coromal silhouette 2006 and the mag wheels have crazing under the coating on the surface of the mags it appears that it is common problem dose anyone know the cause ?? to fix he had to sand the mag back and repolish cheers Ken	Bukhouse	6	1554	11:18 PM Mar 7, 2019 by Bukhouse
	van wheel bearings (Preview) Hi, I have just noticed this oil leak from one of the van wheels. I assume this is something to do with the bearings. would it indicate it is a worn/broken seal or the bearing is stuffed and will need replacing. any ideas or advice welcomed. Ross	wombat50	7	1260	10:08 PM Mar 6, 2019 by darjak
	Compressor fridges (Preview) The question is: When parked up at home, is it best to have it running or switched off with the doors open. I look forward to your advise. Regards. Hetho.	Hetho	7	1217	11:44 AM Mar 6, 2019 by T1 Terry
	dometic rm4601 rv fridge (Preview) Hi all hope you can help me with a problem regarding my dometic fridge I need to replace the thermostat and was wondering if I have to remove the fridge from the cutout. also the thermos element for the gas looks like a big blob of copper not a straight probe.should it be replaced also. and help appreciate...	surf and turf	0	1034	11:21 AM Mar 6, 2019 by surf and turf
	Front Boot Struts (Preview) I have moved on from my power inlet issues only to be confronted by the front boot on my Windsor refusing to stay open when lifted up. I noticed that there are two struts to do this job and even to my simple mind I have realised that this must be the problem. My question are these;. Does it only take one of thes...	DMaxer	14	1662	07:54 AM Mar 6, 2019 by DMaxer
	Noisy motor (Preview) Hi! I have a 90 model 6 cylinder Coaster. The engine is very noisy and idles very rough. Any idea how to fix the problem?	ulster	9	1863	10:39 PM Mar 5, 2019 by Aus-Kiwi
	I wish. (Preview)	Possum3	7	1385	10:35 PM Mar 5, 2019 by Bukhouse
	remapping (Preview) Hi I'm thinking about remapping my D-Max 2012, has anyone out there done theirs and are you happy with the results. Comments much appreciated Hendo	Hendo	3	1073	04:50 PM Mar 4, 2019 by Woody n Sue
	Drifter battery capacity calibration. (Preview) Some time ago I replaced the two 100 AH Gel batteries for two 120AH AGM's, this has made a big difference to our power availability, I believe the two Gels were wrecked at the factory and the service depot by incorrect charging, i.e. fast charging a Gel battery. Since installation, I have been reluctan...	iana	6	1585	08:36 AM Mar 4, 2019 by iana
	Single shocks vs Dual shocks (Preview) What is general consensus with dual shocks? I have single ones but there is provision for a second one to be fitted without too much trouble by the look of it. It is a semi off road, CRS 3200 kg suspension. From my limited knowledge, dual shocks don't get as hot as single ones, but on a majority of bitumen t...	Bobdown	12	2690	11:10 PM Mar 3, 2019 by Peter_n_Margaret
	Dometic RM4605 fridge (Preview) Hopefully someone has heard this and it is normal. When I start my fridge on gas the burner makes a roaring sound as it burns the gas. After a few minutes this sound lessens considerably and stays that way. Is this normal or should it continuing making the louder roar. Its not real old, just louder than af...	Hodgey	4	912	09:11 PM Mar 3, 2019 by Hodgey
	Considering buying a new ute (Preview) Hi GNs I have just signed up and posted on the forum tonight although I have been reading the topics for a while. I am considering updating my old Ford Courier ute that has served me well but I was just reading this and now I am concerned if these newer products are as bad as what the newspaper reported. http...	Iva Biggen	14	1913	09:30 AM Mar 3, 2019 by Ron-D
	Loud resonance sound in vehicle when towing my caravan up steep incline. (Preview) Dear Forum I am writing to try and find out if anyone has experienced a particular issue while towing their rig up steep hills. As there is a great deal information I have provided you with I have placed it all in the attachment rather than typing it here. A good deal of searching forums, especially For...	GlobalTraveller	17	1990	01:29 PM Mar 2, 2019 by GlobalTraveller
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