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Are you wrangling with a technical issue and don't know where to turn? This is the place to exchange ideas, provide advice and discuss possibilities. Please create a new subject for each new issue.
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Portable aircon
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https://www.roadtechmarine.com.au/brass-monkey-portable-air-conditioning-unit-5100btu/p/GH1574?utm_source=braze&utm_medium=sms&utm_campaign=rtmaircon0325&utm_content=sms
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Bed lifter
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I have a Happijac bed lifter in my motorhome. The chain inside the vertical with the motor attached is loose, the other three are tight. I googled how to adjust and a number of sites said there is a bolt on the bottom of the post that allows adjustment. I took a pic of the bottom of the post from the front and f...
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Water Hammer Arrestor.
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Hi..there doesn't seem to be a search engine so rather than read the 350 pages here in "techies corner" may I ask for advice directly. I'm trying to alleviate the knocking sound when the taps turn on. I understand I can install water hammer arrestors and believe they out to be on each pipe so I'll need 6 in...
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Reversing camera.
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Hi...My name is Peter. I have a 2016 New Age caravan with a Safety Dave rear camera. It does the job but it's not a sharp picture. I'd like to upgrade it to one that has two cameras. One for following traffic and one pointed down to check how close obstacles are when reversing. The vehicle (Ford Wildtrak),...
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Peter Wade
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Needing Upgrade for my Landcrusier 200 Series
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Hi I have read so much about getting GVM upgrade I am at a stage nor sure which one is the best for my vehicle. I think I possibility need an upgrade to 3850 as pulling a 22ft van. I surprised at the costs -would like to get opinions and guidance so I don't pay to much Thanks
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Portable Refrigerated Aircon
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Has any member had experience or purchased a portable camping refrigerated aircon similar to the Kickass 400w free standing or under bench types. Eg... KickAss 240V Portable Air Conditioner for Camping - 400W KickAss Products Temu | Explore the Latest Clothing, Beauty, Home, Jewelry & More...
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ENGEL Fridge MRFT-5400-G4
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The following is just general info & pics of whats in a Engel MRFT-5400-G4.
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DeBe
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Triton Ute making oul
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Mate just rang saying the oil level in his Triton Ute is way way above the Max mark. Mate is in another state ATM and far away from his regular mechanic. First Q is about draining the oil until back to Full then driving home? Will he blow the motor up. I have heard of motors apparantly making oil, ca...
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Coromal element 2014
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Hi can anyone tell me the width of off a Coromal element 2013 caravan ?
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Tyre Change Over
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I have around 27 tyres on various vehicles and RVs (including spares) at home, when a tyre/s need replacement I take them off at home, drop them in to be replaced and later pick them up. Have a Heavy duty Trolly jack and medium unit so can do a side (2 wheels) at a time if needed.Years ago was given a ½ inch Ra...
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Venting a battery enclosure
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Hi everyone, I guess this follows Valiant's post above regarding installing a battery in a caravan. What is the preferred method of venting a battery enclosure? In the case of my son's Jayco Eagle camper, the battery box is vented into the main thoroughfare (inside the van). A lithium LifeP04 lives i...
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GMC Made a Motorhome That Pumped Sewage Through Its Exhaust
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[url]https://www.gmcgreatlakers.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/X7425_73...
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Toyota theft issue
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https://www.drive.com.au/news/toyota-releases-steering-wheel-club-lock-amid-rising-landcruiser-hilux-rav4-theft...
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fatty
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Charging 2 x 100A 12V Lithium Iron Batteries
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Hello! Im brand new to all this tech stuff and Im about to embark on a life on the road full time, until I choose to settle somewhere in Australia permanently. So please excuse my ignorance when I ask this question: using an Anderson Plug on the side of my motorhome can I top up the charge on my batteries usi...
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What Plug/connector is this ?
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I want to get another of this type of connector . What name or brand is it , Also where can I locate one. Been through ebay, Jaycar, Supercheap, Repco, etc with no luck. -- Edited by elliemike on Thursday 29th of January 2026 10:21:27 AM
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Battery mounting inside of a caravan.
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Hi guys; Some sparky may be able to shred a bit of light on the subject. What are the requirements for mounting batteries inside of your caravan. As far as i can find out, the batteries can be mounted in a non habital space, this i would read as under the bed or couch or cuboard or outside mounted to the chass...
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Advice needed on an A'Van repair!
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Hi everyone I'm new and looking to tap into the wealth of knowledge most likely sitting out there from like minded people such as yourselves. I recently bought an A'Van Cruiser in preparation of taking on a quasi Grey Nomad lifestyle as I start to wind down my working life. Never owned a Van before and al...
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Kings Batteries
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I am thinking of changing my AGM batteries to one Kings 300 ah LifePO4 , does anyone have any experience with Kings lithium batteries ?
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Set up Instructions for an Early (2000) Annex Wanted
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I was interstate when my daughter decided to buy a 14 ft 1999 Caravan and Annex. Its in great condition always kept under cover except when used for holidays and well maintained by a handyman. And now she wants to sell it.Parked in the backyard as an additional bedroom for daughters sleep over friends a...
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