Techies' Corner

aussie_paul · aussie_paul

What would a fully fitted spare wheel/tyre weigh please? Aussie Paul.

brimhunter · brimhunter

Hi A dumb question more than likely i have posted a few threads lately trying to ponder if to purchase a 2018 Triton i have sort of decided but i have another question if someone can hel please On the new Triton i will be putting Bull Bar,Dual Batt system, Canopy and roof top tent also drawers in rear with du...

LLD · LLD

Anyone use one of these?Antenna Link I have a hand held CB that really only reaches vehicle in line of sight. Would like to use an aerial with it. -- Edited by LLD on Wednesday 14th of November 2018 01:12:55 PM

Lindean · Lindean

Wife and I would like to start caravanning but have been told the car needs mods to tow (transmission over heating) any advice from members with similar issues..thanks

terrola · terrola

is there any thing you could fix on car dash to show that van brake lights and blinkers are working? thank you

gooba53 · gooba53

I hope I've got enough information to allow you to help me. We went away with daughter for her shake down trip. Everything worked perfectly with her van. I've commented so many times how lucky she was. She's planning to go away tomorrow with two other families. She plugged in her van into 240 yesterda...

Joda · Joda

Just another dumb question, If You have voltage drop thru. a wire does this affect the amps. output as well? Joda.

Colin1947 · Colin1947

It is most disappointing to still read of significant mis-understandings of the important technical terms relating to caravans especially when these terms form the basis of the majority of complaints - and subsequent litigation - that are badly hurting the caravan industry. Unfo...

Stretch60 · Stretch60

I know this has been just about done to death but from my observations I think many people are still overweight and sticking their heads in the sand. I took the D40 to pedders to get an assessment on the condition of the suspension and a load and tow test. To my surprise the vehicle would be over GVM by 120kg...

LLD · LLD

https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/matson-bluetooth-wireless-battery-monitor/54071...

Monty10 · Monty10

Hi, I am new to caravanning, 12 month owner of 2nd hand Jayco Destiny, we are thinking of upgrading but have been confused by manufacturers opinions on wooden or aluminium framing. Has anyone with a wooden frame had issues with rotting due to water ingress? Cheers.

phum · phum

My system was working okay but the dish blew over and problems started. When setting up the finder will lock on and show 70% strength but after a few seconds it drops to nothing. I start again and the same thing will happen multiple times. The dish now has a very slight twist in it , I have tried another lnb...

Hurls · Hurls

Hi All, Just become the proud owner of an MU-X. Had to retire the 2006 Terracan after 245,000km and 12 years of faithful, and almost faultless, service. Anyway back to the present. Has anybody out installed one of the above UHF CBs in MU-X. If so would appreciate you sharing the details and some photos...

denmonkey · denmonkey

Hi all, I've been fighting the purchase of a 240v inverter for some time in either the pajero or the caravan. Whilst I'd love a lithium set up, the cost far outway my current requirements. If I hit powerball, that will of course change pretty quickly To that end, I've been focused on making sure everythi...

loni · loni

the shower head in our outside shower in a lotus trooper has broken off, does anyone know how to replace it or do you have to buy a complete new unit thanks

BOBBEAR · BOBBEAR

G,Day. I have a dual axle van with a broken rear l/h spring. Do I replace just the broken spring, replace both sides or replace all 4 springs ? Any advice would be much appreciated.

Meg7301 · Meg7301

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQNg-4bXbDGS61casEa5LyQ

frangipani · frangipani

Hi, when I'm looking for leakage in the motor home, I look on wall behind the shower, under the sink, any where else I should look.?

Aus-Kiwi · Aus-Kiwi

The outside shower terminals inside wall leaked around push on fitting.. To prevent water inside ? I joined to hot and cold pipes together . As outside shower is not our number 1 thing we use ! Not over winter . What I want to know is will this prevent hot water at sink . It runs warm then cold . I assume water i...

Rockyboy · Rockyboy

Hi I have a Regent caravan and the ceiling panels have developed some minor cracks in the vinyl (or whatever the sheeting is covered with). Cracks have developed in 2 of the sheets (so far). The dealer, Green RV, have agreed to replace the 2 damaged panels under warranty. However I am concerned that thi...

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	Spare wheel weight.. (Preview) What would a fully fitted spare wheel/tyre weigh please? Aussie Paul.	aussie_paul	11	1572	03:02 PM Nov 21, 2018 by aussie_paul
	Dumb Newbie to 4WD (Preview) Hi A dumb question more than likely i have posted a few threads lately trying to ponder if to purchase a 2018 Triton i have sort of decided but i have another question if someone can hel please On the new Triton i will be putting Bull Bar,Dual Batt system, Canopy and roof top tent also drawers in rear with du...	brimhunter	15	1695	04:02 PM Nov 20, 2018 by Greg 1
	Glass Mount Aerial for CB (Preview) Anyone use one of these?Antenna Link I have a hand held CB that really only reaches vehicle in line of sight. Would like to use an aerial with it. -- Edited by LLD on Wednesday 14th of November 2018 01:12:55 PM	LLD	20	1816	01:50 PM Nov 20, 2018 by denmonkey
	2008 Ford G6E (Preview) Wife and I would like to start caravanning but have been told the car needs mods to tow (transmission over heating) any advice from members with similar issues..thanks	Lindean	10	1750	09:23 PM Nov 19, 2018 by Aus-Kiwi
	van brake lights /blinkers (Preview) is there any thing you could fix on car dash to show that van brake lights and blinkers are working? thank you	terrola	17	1135	08:56 PM Nov 19, 2018 by Cupie
	Help with three way fridge (Preview) I hope I've got enough information to allow you to help me. We went away with daughter for her shake down trip. Everything worked perfectly with her van. I've commented so many times how lucky she was. She's planning to go away tomorrow with two other families. She plugged in her van into 240 yesterda...	gooba53	13	1825	01:33 PM Nov 19, 2018 by gooba53
	Voltage drop (Preview) Just another dumb question, If You have voltage drop thru. a wire does this affect the amps. output as well? Joda.	Joda	18	1640	02:17 PM Nov 18, 2018 by Whenarewethere
	Caravan "Ratings & Masses" & "Ball-Loading" (Preview) It is most disappointing to still read of significant mis-understandings of the important technical terms relating to caravans especially when these terms form the basis of the majority of complaints - and subsequent litigation - that are badly hurting the caravan industry. Unfo...	Colin1947	8	1466	12:01 PM Nov 18, 2018 by TheHeaths
	Overweight Navara (Preview) I know this has been just about done to death but from my observations I think many people are still overweight and sticking their heads in the sand. I took the D40 to pedders to get an assessment on the condition of the suspension and a load and tow test. To my surprise the vehicle would be over GVM by 120kg...	Stretch60	9	1947	06:45 AM Nov 18, 2018 by Radar
	Bluetooth Battery Monitor (Preview) https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/matson-bluetooth-wireless-battery-monitor/54071...	LLD	10	4618	10:34 PM Nov 16, 2018 by Dickodownunder
	Wooden Frame versus Aluminium (Preview) Hi, I am new to caravanning, 12 month owner of 2nd hand Jayco Destiny, we are thinking of upgrading but have been confused by manufacturers opinions on wooden or aluminium framing. Has anyone with a wooden frame had issues with rotting due to water ingress? Cheers.	Monty10	19	5214	03:36 PM Nov 16, 2018 by Greg 1
	Vast satellite dish questions (Preview) My system was working okay but the dish blew over and problems started. When setting up the finder will lock on and show 70% strength but after a few seconds it drops to nothing. I start again and the same thing will happen multiple times. The dish now has a very slight twist in it , I have tried another lnb...	phum	5	1160	01:55 PM Nov 15, 2018 by campcreekrv
	GME TX3100 installation in an Isuzu MU-X (Preview) Hi All, Just become the proud owner of an MU-X. Had to retire the 2006 Terracan after 245,000km and 12 years of faithful, and almost faultless, service. Anyway back to the present. Has anybody out installed one of the above UHF CBs in MU-X. If so would appreciate you sharing the details and some photos...	Hurls	2	1164	09:11 PM Nov 14, 2018 by Old salt
	Dometic 350W inverter testing (Preview) Hi all, I've been fighting the purchase of a 240v inverter for some time in either the pajero or the caravan. Whilst I'd love a lithium set up, the cost far outway my current requirements. If I hit powerball, that will of course change pretty quickly To that end, I've been focused on making sure everythi...	denmonkey	8	1646	08:43 PM Nov 14, 2018 by denmonkey
	outside shower (Preview) the shower head in our outside shower in a lotus trooper has broken off, does anyone know how to replace it or do you have to buy a complete new unit thanks	loni	2	1218	06:56 PM Nov 14, 2018 by Dougwe
	Broken springs (Preview) G,Day. I have a dual axle van with a broken rear l/h spring. Do I replace just the broken spring, replace both sides or replace all 4 springs ? Any advice would be much appreciated.	BOBBEAR	5	1158	06:55 PM Nov 14, 2018 by Aus-Kiwi
	RV 101 tips (Preview) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQNg-4bXbDGS61casEa5LyQ	Meg7301	4	1351	08:46 PM Nov 13, 2018 by denmonkey
	looking for leaks (Preview) Hi, when I'm looking for leakage in the motor home, I look on wall behind the shower, under the sink, any where else I should look.?	frangipani	8	972	04:49 PM Nov 13, 2018 by the blind traveller
	Motor home hot water issue ? Winebago (Preview) The outside shower terminals inside wall leaked around push on fitting.. To prevent water inside ? I joined to hot and cold pipes together . As outside shower is not our number 1 thing we use ! Not over winter . What I want to know is will this prevent hot water at sink . It runs warm then cold . I assume water i...	Aus-Kiwi	1	681	01:26 PM Nov 13, 2018 by Aus-Kiwi
	Ceiling panels (Preview) Hi I have a Regent caravan and the ceiling panels have developed some minor cracks in the vinyl (or whatever the sheeting is covered with). Cracks have developed in 2 of the sheets (so far). The dealer, Green RV, have agreed to replace the 2 damaged panels under warranty. However I am concerned that thi...	Rockyboy	7	1135	01:05 PM Nov 13, 2018 by Aus-Kiwi
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