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New axle
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Have a 1980 12 foot Millard with small wheels.. one of which was lost on Sunday.. could I put falcon or Holden axle and wheels and easiest way to raise suspension so wheels will fit... brian...
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Confused.???
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We are camped at Cosy Corner WA just outside Albany,we have 480 watts on the roof 3x120ah batteries 40 amp dcdc solar regulater,first day sunny blue sky ,the most voltage 14.4 8 amps ,we have had very little sun for the last few days.Since then 13.7volts and about 5 amps.Today blowing a gale,overcast 1...
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Mobile network modems and RSSI - very technical
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If you are happy with the way your mobile phone/modem is working then this thread is not for you. However if you are looking for a way to obtain decent resolution of the Received Signal Strength Indicator and set up various other involved aspects of your mobile connection then you may well be intereste...
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Fridges
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Hi everyone, well I decided to spend some extra cash and bought a new 12/24/240 v new fridge, against a household one, I had a fair bit of negative feed back on putting one in a motorhome. Now I am asking what is the best way to secure the top to a wall without screwing a plate from the back of the fridge t...
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Caravan Sway
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On our last trip on the outward journey I towed our van 160kms under highway conditions at between 90KPH and 100KPH with no detectable sideways motion. On the return trip a few times the sway was so noticeable I had to slow down to control it (both ways there was little or no crosswind). The only differen...
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Purchasing a Van
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Hi all as can probably tell we are very new to the grey nomad stuff. Both Sue & I would appreciate any comments regarding van purchases we will be buying a 3.5 Tonne Ute of some sort now what Van to buy we are not poptop people so we are looking for a van that will sleep 4 with ensuite etc Thanks Wayne
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Pumping water
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I tried one of these pumps (pictured) with the shower head removed, to pump water into the vans tanks and it did an ok job. Sure makes life a lot easier than lifting a heavy bladder up and using a funnel. The problem is I had to empty the water bladder into a bucket first as the pump wouldn't fit into the bladd...
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Navman Route Options
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Hi all, Shortest, Fastest, Easiest or Economical. I am still trying to work out the best option. I definately don't use the Shortest option as at times it tries to take you down some terrible dirt roads. This morning I had it set on Fastest but ended up travelling down some very very minor country ro...
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Charging the aux batteries off the alternator
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After two years of struggling with this I came to the conclusion that it was never going to work and I'm now trying to figure out why. That's not what I'm asking for help with but this is what I learned. The 120 w alternator can produce 19 amps at the Anderson connector and 13.7 v at the batteries. Bulk batt...
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rear dual wheels
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anybody have experience with duals and what pros or cons are there , I am looking at the iveco sunliner habitat which looks like a good machine but for the problems associated with dual wheels ? ilcag
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Towing with Nissan Navara Twin Cab 4x4
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Hi looking for some info on how Nissan Navara tows 2.2Tonnes ATM vans Cheers Wayne
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New project.
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After purchasing the components, I started yesterday installing 6x extra USB and 1x 12v power points in the van. I am also installing a digital coaxial cable back to my spot in the van, coupled to a digital to analogue converter and then a head phone pre amp. All this so I can hear the TV. Its an early morni...
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Reich Caravan Scales
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I have been asked to provide photos of the 'cradle' I built for my Reich Caravan Scales. The photos are below this overview of what I have done I first took a trip to the local weigh bridge to get a weight of my van loaded and carrying one tank of water (85kg). The Weigh Bridge Weight: 2500kg I carried out t...
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Water pump
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Hello techies, 12 volt pump. we need another water pump. Can anyone tell me is there a difference in the operation of a pump that is 3.5 psi and 3.8 lpm and a pump that is 3.5 psi and 3.3 lpm. or should we buy one that is exactly the same. Thanks
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Registering on to lcool.com..
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Hi there. After several attempts i still cant register onto this forum Does anyone else have this problem or is it just me? Im sure ive read it can be like a chinese puzzle, at this moment in time, i have to agree!!!! Cheers. Kezngaz.
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Interior lights in LV 485 Geist Caravan Year 2005
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We have just purchased this van and can't work out how the lights in Bathroom area and over Kitchen sink work. Book says these run on 12V. Other lights on 240V are OK. Previous owners didn't mention faults but when asked how they worked said they didn't know. No response from battery. Is there a switch so...
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Cracked Jayco mag wheel
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Hello everyone, I had a van service carried out last Thursday & both wheels were cleaned. I discovered one tyre was cracking so I opted to change both. The tyre dealer refused to put a tyre on one rim as he spotted a cracked spoke. I've just done a trip of around 8,000 Kms on that wheel - perhaps with t...
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3 way fridge performance on 12 volt.
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Sorry. The dreaded fridge performance thread again! Dometic 3 way RM 4306. 12 volt supply at back of fridge (heater terminals) reads 13.2 volts. turn fridge to 12 volt and reading drops to 12.2 volts. supply wire is 10mm2. i have bypassed the 12 volt supply and run a very heavy feed direct from my house b...
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UHF CB: Antenna "gain" discussed
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While I have time on my hands I thought I'd discuss antenna gain too as it's a much misunderstood subject. The theory ---------- The first thing to make clear is whoever coined the word "gain" in regard to antenna performance was an idiot. Antennas do not and cannot add energy to a radio signal. This is a...
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UHF Radio recommendations
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Greetings All, Does anyone have an opinion on a UHF radio and I think more importantly, the antenna. I am a total novice when it comes to these things but I believe most would consider them an excellent investment when out and about Thank you Brian -- Edited by BrianF on Friday 3rd of March 2017 01:40:1...
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