Techies' Corner

The Belmont Bear · The Belmont Bear

We have been on the road for a couple of months mostly in outback red dust country during that time the water pressure in the van dropped off to just a trickle, I bought a new pressure regulating valve for $70 when we got to Canarvon and replaced the old one - problem solved. My question is would putting a p...

PeterInSa · PeterInSa

Black Foam is about 40mm x 12mm by 1.6m that cool/hot air travels thru for temperature control in the caravan. Local Clarke Rubber do not stock this type of Foam anymore. Suggestions on where to purchase. Thanks

Petemox · Petemox

My saga with E9 fault on camec hws has almost arrived at the point where I am considering surrender and buying a new one. Any recommendations for a reliable and efficient unit. Thanks.

Malibubob · Malibubob

Hello I have just built a camper and installed a Truma 14litre HWS. I am not having much luck getting the thing working. I have been on the blower to Truma and checked off everything they suggested to get the thing going, gas pressure, changed regulator, wired directly to the battery, volts and amps ar...

Gus1949 · Gus1949

I have aPX1 Ranger with a slipping auto transmission. If I park it facing uphill overnight the next morning there is definite slipping of the trans when I put it in gear and drive forward. this morning when I had the caravan attached the trans just slipt and the vehicle wouldn't move at all. I disconnect...

whatsa · whatsa

Heres some mods I just did to my new 2011 camper drawbar stabilizers 12v setup, storage, pull out stove -- Edited by whatsa on Sunday 25th of June 2023 01:41:50 PM

Burto · Burto

Hi Brains trust, I have a Dometic weaco cfx75 Dual zone - i noticed the light in one side was flashing and have determined this is indicating that the lid for that side has 'been open for more then 3 minutes' even though the lid is latching shut properly. I connected the fridge to the app and i can see that i...

Monty10 · Monty10

My 3 year old Trail-a-mate is losing how much travel it has when trying to lift caravan off the car. Tow ball weight is approx 300 kg. There is no evidence of oil leaking and I have tried the prescribed method to bleed air from the reservoir but no improvement. Any suggestions to remedy.

johns · johns

I have a Waco fridge freezer. When I operate it on DC for awhile the power light flashers yellow.I have tried it AC direct (it works ok)I have tried it AC through a charger ( its ok until I turn of DC)In the book it states low power, when I put a multi meter on it shows 12.5V

jegog · jegog

I've just finished watching The Graen on the ABC. The lead story was how manufacturers advertise their Utes. Well worth watching.

Petemox · Petemox

Hi I have an E9 error come up on the camec instantaneaous hot water system WH-1.5 The manual informs me that this is to do with the water flow switch. Water flow is still as strong as it ever was so I am thinking a faulty switch. Has anyone else had this happen and was it the flow switch at the back right hand...

Pam_Chris · Pam_Chris

Has anybody come across a requirement to remove towballs from your vehicle when leaving the caravan in the park etc. I have now heard from a couple of different.sources that drivers are being find in Mout Gambier ad the Riverlamd.for not removing g them.

Craig1 · Craig1

For those unlucky enough to be in cold country for the next few months. Your tyre pressures will decrease. Physics of some sort. Also they will lose pressure more quickly, So, check your pressures and maybe add 1-2 psi to your normal.

gold dandelion · gold dandelion

I wonder if this is legal.

DMaxer · DMaxer

My isuzu DMax is a 2014 model with 140,000 kilometres on the clock with about 30-40,000 of those done whilst towing a 2.2 tonne van. the clutch still feels ok with no slipping or difficulty in changing gears and no mention of any fault when the car has been serviced. What I would like to know is approximat...

Meznwaz · Meznwaz

If you get rid of WDH used when towing does it cause more buffeting from large vehicles like semi trailers etc

Santa · Santa

Where oh where is the GN login button? Recently each time I visit this site I find myself logged out, without a login button anywhere in sight. I'm having to Google Grey Nomads login then login via this process, a real pain in the rear end. Any idea's?

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

I have a Isuzu Dmax XTerrain MY22 and while it is loaded with worthwhile accessories and safety features I am wanting to add an extra module that will close side mirrors when you lock the vehicle. I watched youtube video on how to install module BUT the actual install action is not as easy i have stalled...

Long Weekend · Long Weekend

Have encountered a problem with replacing the plug on our Jayco Sterling. The normal trailer wires are OK - yellow/left, green/right, blue/brakes, red/stop, and brown/rear and side and have been connected to the top half of the 12-pin plug. However, the van wiring harness has TWO white and TWO bl...

Ian G · Ian G

I'd like to get a GVM upgrade on my single axle Golf caravan, hopefully get another 200kg.Has anyone had any experience with this ? What is involved ? Can someone recommend a company or engineer in Melbourne or Geelong that I could contact. Thanks Ian

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	Pressure Regulating Valve (Preview) We have been on the road for a couple of months mostly in outback red dust country during that time the water pressure in the van dropped off to just a trickle, I bought a new pressure regulating valve for $70 when we got to Canarvon and replaced the old one - problem solved. My question is would putting a p...	The Belmont Bear	5	1769	11:22 PM Jul 9, 2023 by The Belmont Bear
	Foam for the Interior Vent of an Air Command Air Conditioner (Preview) Black Foam is about 40mm x 12mm by 1.6m that cool/hot air travels thru for temperature control in the caravan. Local Clarke Rubber do not stock this type of Foam anymore. Suggestions on where to purchase. Thanks	PeterInSa	7	948	08:22 PM Jul 6, 2023 by PeterInSa
	instantaneous hws (Preview) My saga with E9 fault on camec hws has almost arrived at the point where I am considering surrender and buying a new one. Any recommendations for a reliable and efficient unit. Thanks.	Petemox	2	783	01:40 PM Jul 6, 2023 by Petemox
	Truma HWS (Preview) Hello I have just built a camper and installed a Truma 14litre HWS. I am not having much luck getting the thing working. I have been on the blower to Truma and checked off everything they suggested to get the thing going, gas pressure, changed regulator, wired directly to the battery, volts and amps ar...	Malibubob	23	1705	09:07 PM Jul 4, 2023 by Stretch60
	Ford Ranger slipping auto (Preview) I have aPX1 Ranger with a slipping auto transmission. If I park it facing uphill overnight the next morning there is definite slipping of the trans when I put it in gear and drive forward. this morning when I had the caravan attached the trans just slipt and the vehicle wouldn't move at all. I disconnect...	Gus1949	12	2669	11:37 AM Jul 1, 2023 by Greg 1
	Mods to my avan cruiseliner (Preview) Heres some mods I just did to my new 2011 camper drawbar stabilizers 12v setup, storage, pull out stove -- Edited by whatsa on Sunday 25th of June 2023 01:41:50 PM	whatsa	6	1001	02:33 PM Jun 29, 2023 by whatsa
	Dometic weaco cfx75 Dual zone problem (Preview) Hi Brains trust, I have a Dometic weaco cfx75 Dual zone - i noticed the light in one side was flashing and have determined this is indicating that the lid for that side has 'been open for more then 3 minutes' even though the lid is latching shut properly. I connected the fridge to the app and i can see that i...	Burto	6	1151	10:39 PM Jun 28, 2023 by DeBe
	Trail-a-Mate losing lifting travel (Preview) My 3 year old Trail-a-mate is losing how much travel it has when trying to lift caravan off the car. Tow ball weight is approx 300 kg. There is no evidence of oil leaking and I have tried the prescribed method to bleed air from the reservoir but no improvement. Any suggestions to remedy.	Monty10	3	850	02:53 PM Jun 26, 2023 by Aussie1
	help with Waco (Preview) I have a Waco fridge freezer. When I operate it on DC for awhile the power light flashers yellow.I have tried it AC direct (it works ok)I have tried it AC through a charger ( its ok until I turn of DC)In the book it states low power, when I put a multi meter on it shows 12.5V	johns	5	912	12:40 PM Jun 26, 2023 by johns
	gas guzzlers (Preview) I've just finished watching The Graen on the ABC. The lead story was how manufacturers advertise their Utes. Well worth watching.	jegog	5	997	02:29 PM Jun 23, 2023 by deverall11
	camec instantaneous hot water system E9 error (Preview) Hi I have an E9 error come up on the camec instantaneaous hot water system WH-1.5 The manual informs me that this is to do with the water flow switch. Water flow is still as strong as it ever was so I am thinking a faulty switch. Has anyone else had this happen and was it the flow switch at the back right hand...	Petemox	5	1962	10:26 AM Jun 23, 2023 by Petemox
	Tow ball removal (Preview) Has anybody come across a requirement to remove towballs from your vehicle when leaving the caravan in the park etc. I have now heard from a couple of different.sources that drivers are being find in Mout Gambier ad the Riverlamd.for not removing g them.	Pam_Chris	14	1095	03:43 PM Jun 22, 2023 by yobarr
	Tyre Pressure in Winter- check it please (Preview) For those unlucky enough to be in cold country for the next few months. Your tyre pressures will decrease. Physics of some sort. Also they will lose pressure more quickly, So, check your pressures and maybe add 1-2 psi to your normal.	Craig1	0	639	01:49 PM Jun 22, 2023 by Craig1
	TOWED BY A RANGER (Preview) I wonder if this is legal.	gold dandelion	18	1634	11:04 AM Jun 22, 2023 by StewG
	Clutches (Preview) My isuzu DMax is a 2014 model with 140,000 kilometres on the clock with about 30-40,000 of those done whilst towing a 2.2 tonne van. the clutch still feels ok with no slipping or difficulty in changing gears and no mention of any fault when the car has been serviced. What I would like to know is approximat...	DMaxer	9	1990	12:20 PM Jun 21, 2023 by DMaxer
	Another WDH question ( 1 2 ) (Preview) If you get rid of WDH used when towing does it cause more buffeting from large vehicles like semi trailers etc	Meznwaz	32	1956	03:41 PM Jun 19, 2023 by Meznwaz
	Grey Nomads login? (Preview) Where oh where is the GN login button? Recently each time I visit this site I find myself logged out, without a login button anywhere in sight. I'm having to Google Grey Nomads login then login via this process, a real pain in the rear end. Any idea's?	Santa	11	1079	01:24 PM Jun 19, 2023 by Santa
	Fitting Module to Isuzu D MAX Xterrain (Preview) I have a Isuzu Dmax XTerrain MY22 and while it is loaded with worthwhile accessories and safety features I am wanting to add an extra module that will close side mirrors when you lock the vehicle. I watched youtube video on how to install module BUT the actual install action is not as easy i have stalled...	jeepnudger	1	711	07:43 AM Jun 19, 2023 by En3cer
	Wiring problem for Jayco Sterling (Preview) Have encountered a problem with replacing the plug on our Jayco Sterling. The normal trailer wires are OK - yellow/left, green/right, blue/brakes, red/stop, and brown/rear and side and have been connected to the top half of the 12-pin plug. However, the van wiring harness has TWO white and TWO bl...	Long Weekend	5	1083	10:27 PM Jun 18, 2023 by Long Weekend
	GVM Upgrade (Preview) I'd like to get a GVM upgrade on my single axle Golf caravan, hopefully get another 200kg.Has anyone had any experience with this ? What is involved ? Can someone recommend a company or engineer in Melbourne or Geelong that I could contact. Thanks Ian	Ian G	6	1169	09:22 PM Jun 16, 2023 by landy
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