Techies' Corner

Bessie · Bessie

This is our system of transferring water from a container into the van or collecting water from a creek etc. We have been using this method for quite some time and it works really well. Runs from a 7amp hr battery which is in a carry bag with a cigarette lighter adaptor attached when away from the van. Just...

jbell6660 · jbell6660

For those that fill their on van water tanks from the drain outlet, can you elaborate or link to what fittings used. Want as few connections as possible. Thanks all. Cheers.

Kevin 1955 · Kevin 1955

Hi there and a happy new year to u all. As I have no knowledge about batteries I thought I would ask here. We have a Jayco Optimum motorhome and it is parked up at home until April, the problem I have is to do with the house batteries. I had them turned off at the main switch and checked them every two or three we...

loosecannan · loosecannan

Hi, being new to the Nomads, I have recently purchased a second hand motorhome in which there was a 'Command Power' 950 2 stroke Petrol Generator (it is a bright blue unit with black). Knowing nothing about generators, I was wondering if there is anyone out there who may know where I can obtain a man...

Bessie · Bessie

We had a problem with our breakaway battery losing it's charge when the van was not in use, to overcome this we came up with a simple solution using a 10 watt solar panel with its own regulator connected to a lead outside the van using a cigarette lighter socket. This keeps the battery fully charged, pro...

jbrinks · jbrinks

have just purchased a Landcruiser and need to set up for towing. I had a Prodigy brake controller in my Pajero but always seemed in the way of my legs. Any suggestions where to put it in the Landcruiser as I think I will have the same problem or should I consider Redarc

kiwijims · kiwijims

I am seeking any thoughts on Windows 10, Is there anyone out there who has installed it onto their Computer, ? If so, what are your thoughts on it, How good is it compared with Windows 7 ? Do you have to have a Computer that has a touch screen. ? I am thinking of down-loading Wikimaps, but it is only availab...

old bob · old bob

hi i have a 2015 ranger 3.2 auto towing a 3.2 T silverline after about an hour of towing it develops a whining noise ,sounds like and electonic servo ,constant not rpm related it only doese it after towing for an hour or more as soon as you stop so doese the whining BIT HARD TO TAKE IN TO DEALER WITH VAN ON wit...

patrol03 · patrol03

I am Looking at purchasing new towing mirrors. I have narrowed the field to two brands..Reich Speedfix which are clamp mounted to existing wing mirrors and Ora which which are attached via a clamp and plastic strap.If anyone has experience with these brands I would be pleased to have opinions and con...

12roam · 12roam

Hi Guys I have a battery choice problem. I have a 2000 Navara that used to have a second battery at the back. I tow a basic campertrailer (no battery) when on trips. I recently found out how vulnerable to theft the inside of my canopy was. All they did was twist the handles and it was open, cut the stra...

foxie · foxie

Has any one any info on upgrading axle ratings regarding charging bearings, axle dimensions, springs and wheels. Would like to up grade from 2600 kgs to approx. 3200kgs on tandem roller rocker suspension. Van has 150 mm chassis and draw bar.

Dreamweaver · Dreamweaver

Has anybody got an Optitec caravan mover either a V1 or V2. Any reports on performance would be appreciated.

Tomcat · Tomcat

Reading some posts on here about Tyres and the theory of tyres not lasting more than about 6 years. I have had an extra spare tyre and wheel under the bed for 5 years and its never been used. Would the life of this tyre have been prolonged had I kept it deflated ? Some tyre dealers surely have old stock sittin...

Paulo · Paulo

Hi - I Am doing a shakedown on my new used 10 year old Jayco poptop, all is well so far except for what appears to be a small slow gas leak which I have traced to the LPG Gas Hot Water System - it appears to be in the heater gismo . I know I am slowly losing pressure in that line because when I turn off that stop valv...

alto · alto

i have a 2004 heritage caravan. The fly screen mesh has come loose on 3 windows and I want to replace the mesh. Windows wind out but only so far and having trouble fitting the rubber stripping back in the channel to hold mesh in place. Does anyone know if there is some trick to opening the window further to g...

Shandi · Shandi

Hi All, I have just written this in another thread, my mistake. I will now start again. I have a Sat Link 6906, and it is not working, as it does not show any satellites at all. I contacted Satlink, and they said (I think, as they are very vague)they were going to send me the update file, so the device will wor...

leestevo · leestevo

We have 12 month old Silverline Jayco...just out of warranty. Our circuit breaker in the van keeps tripping. We have turned off all 240volt power including oven, fridge, hot water etc but keeps tripping. Help! Thanks in advance. Lee-Ann

snap1946 · snap1946

hi all can anybody tell me how the shower tray are put in on a 1998 regent legend are the made up then installed or glassed up in there mine has got dry rot in the frame work that supports it cheers snap

Nomad_Nev · Nomad_Nev

The camper trailer we bought has a 85L plastic water tank, unfortunately there is no remaining water gauge of any kind and the guesswork is getting old, As i understand there is an option of an inline water volume measure, and / or something i can actually fit into the tank to measure the level. Anyone ha...

Brownie2 · Brownie2

Does anyone have experience with the EFOY Methanol Fuel Cell as fitted to the Kimberley Trailers, Karavans and Kruisers?? Cell is a 12-24v charging source to supplement solar. By-product is Carbon Dioxide (small quantities) and water. Kimberley route the water created to a water tank. I have r...

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	Water Transfer (Preview) This is our system of transferring water from a container into the van or collecting water from a creek etc. We have been using this method for quite some time and it works really well. Runs from a 7amp hr battery which is in a carry bag with a cigarette lighter adaptor attached when away from the van. Just...	Bessie	2	1027	08:43 PM Jan 10, 2016 by Bessie
	Filling Water Tanks From Drain Outlet (Preview) For those that fill their on van water tanks from the drain outlet, can you elaborate or link to what fittings used. Want as few connections as possible. Thanks all. Cheers.	jbell6660	28	5370	03:43 PM Jan 10, 2016 by Radar
	Batteries (Preview) Hi there and a happy new year to u all. As I have no knowledge about batteries I thought I would ask here. We have a Jayco Optimum motorhome and it is parked up at home until April, the problem I have is to do with the house batteries. I had them turned off at the main switch and checked them every two or three we...	Kevin 1955	5	1579	02:48 PM Jan 10, 2016 by PeterD
	Generator (Preview) Hi, being new to the Nomads, I have recently purchased a second hand motorhome in which there was a 'Command Power' 950 2 stroke Petrol Generator (it is a bright blue unit with black). Knowing nothing about generators, I was wondering if there is anyone out there who may know where I can obtain a man...	loosecannan	11	1967	12:57 AM Jan 10, 2016 by Aus-Kiwi
	Breakaway Battery (Preview) We had a problem with our breakaway battery losing it's charge when the van was not in use, to overcome this we came up with a simple solution using a 10 watt solar panel with its own regulator connected to a lead outside the van using a cigarette lighter socket. This keeps the battery fully charged, pro...	Bessie	3	1240	11:04 PM Jan 9, 2016 by Delta18
	Brake controller for Toyota Landcruiser 200 series (Preview) have just purchased a Landcruiser and need to set up for towing. I had a Prodigy brake controller in my Pajero but always seemed in the way of my legs. Any suggestions where to put it in the Landcruiser as I think I will have the same problem or should I consider Redarc	jbrinks	11	2713	03:57 PM Jan 7, 2016 by patrolst
	Windows 10 (Preview) I am seeking any thoughts on Windows 10, Is there anyone out there who has installed it onto their Computer, ? If so, what are your thoughts on it, How good is it compared with Windows 7 ? Do you have to have a Computer that has a touch screen. ? I am thinking of down-loading Wikimaps, but it is only availab...	kiwijims	27	2233	09:59 PM Jan 4, 2016 by Baz421
	whining noise in 2015 ranger (Preview) hi i have a 2015 ranger 3.2 auto towing a 3.2 T silverline after about an hour of towing it develops a whining noise ,sounds like and electonic servo ,constant not rpm related it only doese it after towing for an hour or more as soon as you stop so doese the whining BIT HARD TO TAKE IN TO DEALER WITH VAN ON wit...	old bob	14	4293	04:53 PM Jan 4, 2016 by old bob
	Towing mirrors (Preview) I am Looking at purchasing new towing mirrors. I have narrowed the field to two brands..Reich Speedfix which are clamp mounted to existing wing mirrors and Ora which which are attached via a clamp and plastic strap.If anyone has experience with these brands I would be pleased to have opinions and con...	patrol03	18	4425	03:42 PM Jan 4, 2016 by Dav4Cris
	2nd Battery (Preview) Hi Guys I have a battery choice problem. I have a 2000 Navara that used to have a second battery at the back. I tow a basic campertrailer (no battery) when on trips. I recently found out how vulnerable to theft the inside of my canopy was. All they did was twist the handles and it was open, cut the stra...	12roam	5	1106	09:07 PM Jan 3, 2016 by Aus-Kiwi
	Upgrading axle carry rating. (Preview) Has any one any info on upgrading axle ratings regarding charging bearings, axle dimensions, springs and wheels. Would like to up grade from 2600 kgs to approx. 3200kgs on tandem roller rocker suspension. Van has 150 mm chassis and draw bar.	foxie	4	1026	03:03 PM Jan 3, 2016 by mr glassies
	Optitec caravan mover (Preview) Has anybody got an Optitec caravan mover either a V1 or V2. Any reports on performance would be appreciated.	Dreamweaver	5	1929	02:21 PM Jan 3, 2016 by OutbackMK
	Would a spare tyre last longer deflated ? (Preview) Reading some posts on here about Tyres and the theory of tyres not lasting more than about 6 years. I have had an extra spare tyre and wheel under the bed for 5 years and its never been used. Would the life of this tyre have been prolonged had I kept it deflated ? Some tyre dealers surely have old stock sittin...	Tomcat	14	1557	08:47 AM Jan 3, 2016 by landy
	Lpg gas leak in water heater (Preview) Hi - I Am doing a shakedown on my new used 10 year old Jayco poptop, all is well so far except for what appears to be a small slow gas leak which I have traced to the LPG Gas Hot Water System - it appears to be in the heater gismo . I know I am slowly losing pressure in that line because when I turn off that stop valv...	Paulo	6	1156	02:32 PM Jan 2, 2016 by Aus-Kiwi
	Heritage caravan (Preview) i have a 2004 heritage caravan. The fly screen mesh has come loose on 3 windows and I want to replace the mesh. Windows wind out but only so far and having trouble fitting the rubber stripping back in the channel to hold mesh in place. Does anyone know if there is some trick to opening the window further to g...	alto	1	1538	11:57 PM Jan 1, 2016 by PeterD
	SatLink Australian satellite files (Preview) Hi All, I have just written this in another thread, my mistake. I will now start again. I have a Sat Link 6906, and it is not working, as it does not show any satellites at all. I contacted Satlink, and they said (I think, as they are very vague)they were going to send me the update file, so the device will wor...	Shandi	2	775	02:42 PM Dec 31, 2015 by KFT
	Circuit Breaker keeps tripping. Circuit electrical (Preview) We have 12 month old Silverline Jayco...just out of warranty. Our circuit breaker in the van keeps tripping. We have turned off all 240volt power including oven, fridge, hot water etc but keeps tripping. Help! Thanks in advance. Lee-Ann	leestevo	17	9967	02:01 PM Dec 31, 2015 by Phil C
	shower tray (Preview) hi all can anybody tell me how the shower tray are put in on a 1998 regent legend are the made up then installed or glassed up in there mine has got dry rot in the frame work that supports it cheers snap	snap1946	0	837	05:43 PM Dec 28, 2015 by snap1946
	Water tank remaining (Preview) The camper trailer we bought has a 85L plastic water tank, unfortunately there is no remaining water gauge of any kind and the guesswork is getting old, As i understand there is an option of an inline water volume measure, and / or something i can actually fit into the tank to measure the level. Anyone ha...	Nomad_Nev	4	1155	05:35 PM Dec 28, 2015 by Nomad_Nev
	Fuel Cells (Preview) Does anyone have experience with the EFOY Methanol Fuel Cell as fitted to the Kimberley Trailers, Karavans and Kruisers?? Cell is a 12-24v charging source to supplement solar. By-product is Carbon Dioxide (small quantities) and water. Kimberley route the water created to a water tank. I have r...	Brownie2	6	1285	04:48 PM Dec 27, 2015 by Peter_n_Margaret
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