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Installing a volt switch
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I have installed a fan behind the fridge in our van and picked up power for it. Fan runs well. I want to install a Narva rocker switch in the circuit so the fan can be switched off. I have placed the switch in the positive wire that runs to the fan and connected the wires to the positive and ACC terminals on t...
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Has your caravan ever broken away? What happened?
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Have anyone here had a caravan break away (tow hitch and chains)? Did the breakaway brakes stop the caravan? How soon? Where were you driving? Speed, terrain and traffic? Please tell your story. We all know that trailers with a Gross Trailer Mass (GTM) exceeding 2 tonnes must have a breakaway system...
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Gas vs Diesel heater
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I also realised it has been done to death but was chatting to a caravan repairer who suggested that gas heating was better as a diesel heater had to be run for an hour every month to clean out the diesel residue and serviced every year at a cost of around $100. That gas was cleaner and did not need the servici...
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High & Low dates for Tasmania
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Hi all. We are looking to book a trip to Tasmania next year but can't find the dates for High and Low tariffs. Does anyone know? We will probably leave very early Jan 2017 which I realize that will be high shoulder, but can't find out when it changes to the Low shoulder for our return as we want to stay arou...
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12 volt fan = bad TV reception
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I need some input please. We have a 12 volt (cigarette plug type) fan, up until recently we didn't have a problem. About a month ago when we started to use the fan it completely destroyed our TV reception Same thing happened when plugged into 240 through a transformer. WE have no problems when using Sat...
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Canopy vs Hard Cover
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We have just taken delivery of a BT50 duel cab and interested in any opinion on pros and cons of a canopy vs hard lockable cover for the tub when travelling. Wombat66
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Replacing heater dash control panel on Isuzu dmax
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I have removed the heater/air dash panel from my 2013 Isuzu dmax to install a uhf radio. When trying to get it back the rear controls came off the heat dial and the selection dial and I cannot get them back on and working. is there a special way to do it or is there a clip I am missing. It appears to seat properl...
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Jokas
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12v Air Compressor
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Looking for a 12v Air Compressor that will pump up my Motorhome tyres to 80psi. Plenty on ebay referring to 4wd's , not sure if they would handle truck tyres. Thanks Mick
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goldcoaster
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Thetford Toilet elect water pump switch not working
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Hi Has anyone pulled apart the Toilet water press part on the top of a 2011 Coromal Element 542 toilet? I thought it was a Thetford toilet, but not too sure now as I downloaded a Thetford Toilet Repair guide and can't locate anything that looks like it! Assistance appreciated. Glen
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Treecrest14
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Checking out the Operation of a Tekonsha Prodigy
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Prior to a trip I checkout the operation of the caravan lights (glow) and brakes (hum) using a battery charger and fittings that fit into the caravan plug, then if anything is amiss I fix it. Would like to be able to check out the operation of the Prodigy (4 or 5 year old model) in the tug, prior to the hook u...
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PeterInSa
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Rear view mirrors
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I am considering a new set of towing mirrors for my truck.I have narrowed it down to 3 brands. Milenco,Ora and Reich. Ora and Reich have flat lenses while Milenco use a convex lens giving a wider view but distorting distance.Ora use a different fixing system to the side mirrors than the other two. Reich...
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Newbie Planning - map maker
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Hoping this is the correct place to ask .... please advise if I need to move it somewhere else. We hope to take delivery of our first van late May and have started researching for our first big trip. (First trip will be 2 weeks to get the hang of it) Wondering if anyone has advice on a map making app or site a...
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new air shockers vs new air shocker ( pump up type )
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Hi, need new shockers for my ford wagon 1996 . Not sure if l need pump up ones , but l need new shockers and thats a given . How do l tell which ones , ty lan
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adventure before dementia
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Chain Lengths
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Rule of thumb or requirement for chain lenths on drawbar of Van ??...
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Engel on Jayco Swan
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Hi All, Just back from a fantastic trip to Coral Bay and Karijini NP. The Gorges and scenery are amazing. Hoping you can help with our query today. We have an Engel 60Lt Fridge Freezer. Approx 5 years old. It works great when plugged on the mains. However when we are camping without Mains power and runnin...
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Thetford cassette toilet 402c
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Where do you fill the flush water and how much is put in
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Grey Water tank removal.
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After getting a rough quote to get my water tanks re-arranged, I have decided to tackle the job myself. Yesterday was the start, I removed hoses and valves. Puzzled as to why my front water tank was near full, I will have to check that out as I am sure I emptied them. Today I hope to drop the front water tank,...
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Decoder message
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My new satking decoder reads 8888 after scanning. The dish is correctly aligned and picks up the satellite. Have rehit the card etc. It worked fine initially, only used once, but since.....:( Any ideas? Thanks for all and any help
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Bas + Eve
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Talking about getting more.....
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Gday... All those who tow are looking for the best power and torque ... this should give an idea on why diesels and torque are the answer  Cheers - John
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Bent Axle?
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A fairly simple question. Has anyone had one & what does it involve to rectify, technically & cost wise? The drivers side of our caravan is scrubbing out tyres at a great rate?
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