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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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Domestic awning retraction not working ...
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As above ... Went to pack up and there is zero spring tension , was windy for a few days, eventually managed to wind in manually , , unit is 10 years old , any wise ideas on cause and a fix , thanx Bazz
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Can’t light Swift 500 series oven
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Tried to light the oven , have gas and a piezo spark ??
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Electric vehicles
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I came across this article about EVs with replaceable batteries where the vehicles are purchased without a battery and then a replaceable battery is leased. Instead of recharging the battery, it is swapped for a fully charged battery. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbXpj8Xa2yQ
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Tow vehicle recommendations
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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...
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Standard Alko Van 3.5t Coupling to Ark 3.5t with Brake coupling
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Apprecaite comments, a mate has one, with no issues, the only thing I am wary of is the towball lock visibility, to me its a simple clip, compared to a raised handle and visible pin in the unlocked position with the Alko, ie possible to drive off with to towball coupling not seated properly. Have seen a di...
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Powering Starlink Mini off grid
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I bought a 12 volt cigarette socket lead (plugs into the Starlink dish) off the eeeeBy mob .
So it will power your Starlink Mini if you get two 12 volt batteries hooked up to make 24 volts .
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Throttle controllers
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Can't seem to make the search button work and I'm sure this question has been asked before. Anybody using these on there tow cars and do you really think they work or are they just more snake oil? Towing a 16ft outback hard top van with a 2024 Pajero Sport and its dismal to be polite. -- Edited by jade007 on...
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replacement fridge
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hello all our old fridge died and I would like advice on a replacement. what are the pros and cons of compressor v 3way it appears that whatever I get modifications are going to be needed Thanks Peter
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Disc brake pads - safe minimal thickness
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Hello to the mechanics on this site, What is the minimal thickness of brake pads on a car (D-Max dual cab)? I had the dealership watching them for a while & had it serviced twice by an independent mechanic who said "I had no worries". I took a wheel off last night & found one side was down to 2mm each...
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GME Window Antenna
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Hi, has anyone used the gme window mount antenna. Looks like a demister. Just wondering how effective the reception is. Dont use the uhf much, just a bit of beach convoy or passing trucks.
https://www.gme.net.au/au/antennas/ae5004/
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Solar blanket
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My current power is 2 X 200 watt panels fixed to top and side of trailor. I am about to replace my two AGMs with 2 new ones. They were installed In 2019 so I am very happy with them. New ones will be same make.did originally have lithium but after 18 months nfg. Going AGMs as I can replace them myself, they will...
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raising ride height Coromal independant suspension
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Hi all, Just had a win raising my silhouette camper & want to tell the world. Anyone interested how we did it simply without buggering up the wheel geometry, ask & you shall receive. Foz
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Door Handle Problem
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Camping in Northern WA around 90Km of Tar and 10Km of dirt track from the nearest town, the loose door handle on our Camec caravan door broke. I ordered 2via ebay/Post express and they duly arrived at the Post Office a week later.Luckly we were not in the van at the time. Then the problem how to use the doo...
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Buying advice gas hot water heater
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Hi all, looking at replacing our electric water heater with a gas one. 2 people, outdoor shower...Have looked at alot of forum posts and seems a 14lt would do us fine but seems the Trauma has in the past had issues with the flame going out..Suburban seems more reliable but only comes in 22lt I think? Has t...
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Replacing Front Widow on a Jayco Stirling
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Any thoughts on replacing the wind out front window with a fixed window. I'm reluctant to attempt to do the job myself, but over the wet season during heavy rain Im not sure if the water was leaking in around the window frame or the wind out portion was not sealing properly. I'm leaning toward having a new...
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Heatsinks Question
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This question is actually for Whenarewethere. While going through the forum, I stumble across a picture of heatsinks, of which I would love to know a bit more about it.. They seems to be home made, but I would love to hear how the project got together... Brand of heat sink, technique use for the bendi...
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BMPRO 30-35 ACDC Charger question
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Hi all, Ive upgraded the charging systems to lithium (Victron MPPT/ACDC/DCDC) in my Snowy River SR19. Ive completed testing post install and the only thing that has me stumped is the input to the new Victron DCDC charger.The current ACDC charger is the BMPRO 30-35, but with the upgrades Ive done, i...
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Water pressure problem
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Hi. The water pressure in my Shower Head is strong but the pressure in the sink is very weak. Its a Motorhome. What is the problem I need to address please. Can I self inspect and fix. Any hints greatly appreciated. Regards Rod
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Lifting of caravan
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Hi All, I am going to get my caravan raised, it is a New Age Manta Ray. The proposed lift will increase height around 90-100mm. Has anyone had any issues with this being done. I have see other blogs where it appears fairly common practice. Any advice? It will be completed by a service place and we hav...
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