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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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Troubleshooting Alternator Charging
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I bought my Ford Transit motor home six years ago and never had any troubles charging while driving. Recently I noticed that the house batteries weren't charging anymore. Used my multimeter to test across the terminals of my starter battery with engine running and I read 14.2-14.4V which is norma...
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Fester55
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Gen2 or Gen3 mini movers difference?
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Considering one of these but internet doesn't list the differences. Not using it to move a trailer/van so not interested in one as a mini mover. Anyone know the difference? Both list specs the same.
Tony
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Eaglemax
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Gentrax generators
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Around half the price of Honda, wtty seems ok, performance seems ok.so, comments appreciated, thanks folks
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jab160
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12 V TV with dvd player plus other apps.
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We are looking for a 12 v TV with a built-in DVD player plus other apps. Must have good sound and would appreciate links where possible. Jay&Dee -- Edited by JayDee on Thursday 11th of April 2024 03:32:33 PM
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12v Connector Plug/Socket for Thetford 12v Frig
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A friend has purchased a Thetford $3000 12v Fridge ( T2175C). It comes with a small 12v plug see photo (white Male plug)., rang more than 15 Oz organisations and no one can provide a female plug to match.I am very familiar with 50-amp Anderson Plugs, but with this frig only using only 68amps during a 24hr...
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PeterInSa
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Kings Lithium Batteries
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Kings are vigorously advertising 200AH LiFePO4 batteries at $818.95 delivered. Specs read well but they ommit whether these batteries can be connected in Parallel or Serial arrays. Such an important feature ommited from their advertising. Wonder why?
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Lithium battery re start
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I was chatting to a mate today who said when his caravan lithium battery became overdrawn, he had to "kick start" it and he referred to a gadget from Jaycar that performed this "kick start" function. He said this device was like a traditional battery charger but different in its operation. My question...
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IS MY BRAKE SAFE 5000 FAULTY
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I have a Brake Safe 5000 Series system fitted to my caravan. On testing its operation three days ago, prior to taking off on a trip, pulling the pin from the A-frame switch failed to activate the brakes and lights. The battery test showed it had a low charge. I took the battery out of the box installed insi...
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Safety Dave which what !
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Hi all we just ordered our new van and it comes with a safety Dave camera setup but we were asked if we wanted a monitor on mirror or stand alone monitor looking for any advice on which is more practical and useable for caravan use such as reversing and traveling to see behind when in transit thanks in advan...
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Crocman
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Has anyone had any experience wth VersEseal
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I have been wondering about using a paint such as Dulux Aquatex or similar product to both keep my van cooler & to seal up the small leaky joints on the pop-top. There is a new product called VersEseal - some sort of a rubber based paint but it's expensive. I don't know how it performs in the tropics. Fr...
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Transporting Caravan with Cracked Chassis
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We recently were heading from home in Melbourne to Adelaide and discovered part-way there at the Grampians that there was a serious crack in the part of the chassis supporting the undercarriage. Not wishing to tow any further for safety reasons we stopped in a nearby caravan park. The insurance comp...
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LED Indicators (sequential). Some don't light up.
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https://www.jaycar.com.au/response-1...ilter/p/AA3074
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Under bunk air conditioner??
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Hi all, I am considering the installation of an air conditioner to our van I have been advised that an under bunk unit would be preferable to a roof mounted unit because of our existing wind up roof hatch arrangement & as such have been recommended an air command saphire r/c unit. I would like to kn...
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Noise from heater/aircon control
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Hi. I have an Ivec 50C17 2006 model motorhome. When I operate the a/c -heater controls I get a loud clacking sound from under the dash below the glovebox. There are usually 3 or 4 sounds. The heate and a/c and fan operate OK. Has anyone got any ideas s
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visiting AC topic again re split system
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I am looking at a split system AC,,Is it possible or practical to fit the outside unit on the rear of the van? I have no space on the drawbar Thanks Peter
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phum
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Goldstream Crown ST. Technical possibility to retrofit a grey water holding tank
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Does anyone out there know if there is space to retrofit a grey water tank to a 2019 model Goldstream Crown ST? Any other tips re pros and cons of this model caravan? Cheers, Bob
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Lippert vs Dexter antisway for 18’ van
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Hi everyone wondering if anyone can point us in the right direction we have purchased an off road 18 single axle caravan. Contracted for Dexter (which have now combined with Alko) anti sway but Lippert sway command has been put in place instead. Would anyone be able to advise if there is any difference...
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BLUETOOTH TRACKER
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Hi, I am looking for any advice regarding the use of Bluetooth Trackers for your van. Are these a good option to put in your van to track it in case it is stolen? I understand there are limitations regarding range and that someone with a compatible app on their phone must pass by your tracker in order for a...
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MHJM
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Sway control
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Hi all
Can anyone explain whether the trailer sway control on some vehicles is any good and does it negate the need for esc on the van
Regards ,Gone bananas
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