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rear leaf spring upgrade
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Hi to all, I have a 2012 colorado space cab, towing silverline caravan 3 tonne ATM, carry 500 to 600 kilos in back of ute,looking to upgrade rear leaf springs any suggestions guys.
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dazlyn
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Hema HX1
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I am looking at one these HemaNavigators and Im hearing about quite a few issue, terrible battery life, screen too bright, unit shutting down. I was wondering if there are any owners who could give me their opinions on it
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Cafe Lounge conversion
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Hi all, has anyone converted the front cafe lounge in a Jayco Sterling to a normal lounge. I would like to keep the hot water system and water pump in the same place and build over and around them. Also can I remove the framework holding the three cafe lounges without compromising structural integrity....
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Dolly
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Voltage reducing .
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Hi all , Wondering if anyone here can help me with a bit of advice . I have a small electric motor that I have put on a rod turner . The motor is rated for 3v and runs thru a set of gears to reduce the speed at the output shaft . Works fine at 3 volts but it runs to fast and i need to reduce the voltage to 1.5v to achie...
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Tow secure Breakaway system.
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Just wondering if any of you have the "Tow Secure" break away system installed. This comes with a wireless unit fitted in the tow vehicle cab that gives various warnings, via lights and buzzers, on the state of that system. Its fitted fitted to comply with NSW new regs on braking. Chances are while it is...
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iana
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Fiat Ducato Battery Charging
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The Fiat 3 litre has terminals under the bonnet to jump start the engine. I am wondering if a battery charger can be connected to these terminals or if they only go direct to the starter motor and are cut of from the battery by some switching device diode or similar ? Has anyone used these terminals for thi...
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jade46
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Running MH engine for air con etc.
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I have a small Ford Transit MH. Has sufficient power to house system for free camping for a couple of days. It fully charges if I get full sun everyday. But we all know this doesn't happen. Cannot add more panels as roof is already covered and no room for extra batteries.. Was thinking that I could ge...
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New call for assistance...
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As seen in my "the weight situation" thread I need to do some research as to what tug to replace Pajero with. Twin cab, canopy, diesel auto, leaf or coil etc. Comments welcome. Aussie Paul.
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Advice on generator use please
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Hi all, Looking for some advice re our Toyota Coaster bus (purchased second hand a few years ago) and a possible generator purchase.... Planning for a new trip and installed a 60 litre fridge / freezer to run as a dedicated freezer (to supplement our small freezer in the existing fridge). The freeze...
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seeking general advice re batteries
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i know this subject has been done to death, but need a simple answer. I have a 100ah d/c battery, myportable fridge draws approx. 2amps. how long should it power the fridge before it reduces the battery to 50% capacity? thanks in advance.
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wiring cigarette socket adapter to battery?
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I have just purchased a cigarette lighter adapter (https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/12V-2-Ports ... 2749.l2649), and need to wire it directly to the battery in my caravan (no more than 50cm from battery to adapter). I am not sure exactly how to do this, but I have sketched two possible wiring solution...
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TonyT
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Problem with Hayman Reese Sentinel brake controller
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Manual slider works ok. Foot brake only sometimes activating van brake. Have tried dial settings up to maximum (10). Works only at very low speed. Hand brake on van not working properly since hitch was tampered with a while back. Cable is slack and sags when brake is in off position. Van is 12 months ol...
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Where is it!!??
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I have a 1991 Mazda T 3500 non turbo, 4 cylinder diesel motorhome. The low oil light on the dash has stopped working. I have contemplated pulling the dash' out to investigate. No! too many electrical wires in there. Then I looked for the oil pressure sender unit somewhere in the block!!?? Couldn't fin...
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Battery charger with 12volt power supply
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Hi, Can anyone recommend a replacement Battery charger come 12volt power supply for our Caravan Cheers Ken & Lynn
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Bukhouse
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bull bar or no bull bar
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Hi all, planning our trip around oz and not sure if we need a bull bar . A friend says its a must but still undecided . Whats your thoughts ? Forgot to say for a Triton. -- Edited by The Expats on Sunday 28th of January 2018 06:10:48 PM
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replacing breakaway cable
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My cable is frayed and too long. Any rules re replacing it? Found stainless steel braided cable at hardware the same thickness but only screw up type clamps to make the loops at each end - the other things (tubes?) need a $70 tool to crimp them. Does the cable have to be plastic coated? Asked a caravan pl...
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Seeking advice on tyres
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G'Day All. I am relatively new to this forum and vanning however we have recently completed a lap which we enjoyed greatly. I am seeking advice regarding tyres for my MY 17 Holden Colorado LTZ. I have travelled just under 43000 km (approx. 25 k towing a Jayco Silverline 21-65-3 van), the original Bridg...
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Vast E118-4 error code
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Hi Satellite TV has been working OK. BUT Now getting error code E118-4 Currently unable to view this channel Can get the EPG which shows what is on every where Signal strength and quality both good Shows that I am locked on to the OPTUS C1 and D3 Satellite But can not get any channels. "E118-4 Currently u...
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240v fridge element testing
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Good evening Nomads, I have just replaced the 240v fridge element in my Dometic 2350. Left it over night to get cold and guess what no joy, after an extensive search found I had forgotten to plug it back in after I had finished the instal. Tried it again but still no joy. It works great on gas and holds on 12...
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Crackles
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Underslung axle . first impressions with video
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Last week I had the caravan axle underslung to increase its height to stop it dragging on my driveway. Combined with the pajero lift (2inch) not for this purpose though and the adjustable tow hitch, I'm now able to get in and out without issue. I thought it might help someone looking at their options if i...
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