Techies' Corner

Webmaster · Webmaster

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.

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...

PeterInSa · PeterInSa

One of the rear wheels on daughters tandem van was warmer than the others so decided to adjust the brake. With the side off the ground the front wheel turns more easily than the rear. With the wheel removed. I cannot see a rubber grommet that can be rermoved to make adjustment, only a hole that to me is not...

Ali · Ali

Hi I am looking at buying a caravan with a 1500kg atm and 130kg ball weight. My partner does not want drive a Ute, BT50, Ranger etc. does anyone have any recommendations for a SUV type vehicle. I have bee on considering a CX5 or CX9 but thought the tow weight might be a bit close to there limits. What leewa...

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...

iana · iana

Considering the purchase of a Jayco Journey Outback. Reading the specs on the Projecta PM335 battery controller, it says that the Lithium Battery Charge cutout is set to 30% of the battery capacity. I read that as saying that the battery is only charged to 75% of its capacity. Anyone know anything on t...

Micko69 · Micko69

Hi everyon, there is a thread on this however it was last used in 2009. I thought I would start a new one. Am having some real problems replacing old 10 and 15 amp with new ones. The new ones dont fit between the out and inner wall. I have bought the largest spacers (20 mm) and they still dont make the outlets f...

RBK · RBK

How do l change a PM 355j to charge a lithium battery.

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	STICKY: Techies' Corner ( 1 2 ) (Preview) 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.	Webmaster	34	46523	11:29 AM Mar 26, 2024 by Possum3
	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	137	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	882	02:04 PM Dec 4, 2024 by dorian
	Adjust Van Brakes (Preview) One of the rear wheels on daughters tandem van was warmer than the others so decided to adjust the brake. With the side off the ground the front wheel turns more easily than the rear. With the wheel removed. I cannot see a rubber grommet that can be rermoved to make adjustment, only a hole that to me is not...	PeterInSa	14	806	08:13 PM Dec 2, 2024 by blackstump
	Tow vehicle recommendations (Preview) Hi I am looking at buying a caravan with a 1500kg atm and 130kg ball weight. My partner does not want drive a Ute, BT50, Ranger etc. does anyone have any recommendations for a SUV type vehicle. I have bee on considering a CX5 or CX9 but thought the tow weight might be a bit close to there limits. What leewa...	Ali	6	531	10:32 PM Nov 26, 2024 by Honest John
	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	287	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	2427	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	523	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	348	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	1075	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	536	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	460	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	939	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	773	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	617	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	311	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	587	04:20 AM Oct 23, 2024 by Rodsvan
	Projecta PM335 question. (Preview) Considering the purchase of a Jayco Journey Outback. Reading the specs on the Projecta PM335 battery controller, it says that the Lithium Battery Charge cutout is set to 30% of the battery capacity. I read that as saying that the battery is only charged to 75% of its capacity. Anyone know anything on t...	iana	6	1833	08:08 PM Oct 16, 2024 by TimTim
	Old 10amp and 15amp power outlets (Preview) Hi everyon, there is a thread on this however it was last used in 2009. I thought I would start a new one. Am having some real problems replacing old 10 and 15 amp with new ones. The new ones dont fit between the out and inner wall. I have bought the largest spacers (20 mm) and they still dont make the outlets f...	Micko69	17	881	11:29 AM Oct 16, 2024 by jegog
	Projecta PM 355j charger. (Preview) How do l change a PM 355j to charge a lithium battery.	RBK	0	312	11:00 AM Oct 16, 2024 by RBK
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