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dzcook · dzcook

ok next question sorry for being such a pain but got no where else to ask have tried the water tank and cant get anything out of it read all the past messages about them here but i can see a breather hose on mine there appears to be a pipe old plastic hose ( looks like garden hose , should i replace it van is 30...

rvmad · rvmad

Hi Guys, I'm new to this game and looking forward to hitting the road in February in our new van which is currently stored in a shed on a friend's farm. Every other weekend I go down there to play with it and pop my latest acquisitions from Kmart into the drawers. I have a couple of problems which more exper...

Phil C · Phil C

Running windows 8.1 on a new ASUS LT with SSD (sweet) Internet just refuses to work, called DR PC and was told my anti virus (Trend) was causing the issue. LT now works as I have uninstalled the bad boy. OK, all crap aside, what is the best internet protection I can get. Im leaning to Kaspersky as this was go...

dishlicker · dishlicker

I have a generator that i think is quiet but others may have other ideas any way does anyone know if there is any type of sound proof box or simalar that is available on the after market ?????? as i dont want to be a noisie bugger

greyhoundtom · greyhoundtom

In an effort to try and understand a bit better what is involved in maintaining my van batteries both from the tug and solar I read all sorts of stuff on the net. In the process I have come across a post on a forum that in essence states that by using a DC to DC charger from your tug alternator/battery system y...

dzcook · dzcook

finally it appears to be working thanks to all re picture sizing found this in the corner cupboard wires just disappear into the wall ?so any guesses what it is would be good looks like connected to 12 v ?

ROAD RUNNER · ROAD RUNNER

HELLO ALL, I HAVE A NEW IBIS 3 AIR CON ON THE ROOF AND WONDERING WHAT THE MINIMUM SIZE GENERATOR WOULD BE REQUIRED TO POWER THE AIR CON WITHOUT ISSUES. I SEEM TO RECALL SOMEONE MENTIONING THEY RUN THEIRS ON A HONDA 2KVA BUT CANT FIND THE POST. THANKS EDDY

Muzzlehatch · Muzzlehatch

I have just removed the airconditioner pod from the roof of my 21 foot van and will need to replace the air vent (the type with the 4 separate adjustable flaps) since they leak like crazy. The aircond unit has left behind about 2 square foot hole in the roof and the vent about 4. I have about 48 square foot co...

dzcook · dzcook

was going to up load a pic to ask what something was but when i previewed it the photo was huge ? do i need to reduce the pic to a small size ? so it dosent take forever to load ?or use peoples bandwith to look at it ?

Greg9 · Greg9

http://wanderingoap.blogspot.com.au/2015/05/living-edge-bellagio-caravan.html

manxmann · manxmann

We have a recently installed Webasto diesel heater which we are really pleased with. However with spring just a few days away I am thinking about the summer months & the heater laying idle. I am aware that the recommendation is to run the unit at least once a month at full belt for 20 minutes or so. Bu...

Shayne · Shayne

We run 24 volt DC to 12 volt DC 40 amp converters in the bus I have one that is stop supplying the 13.9 volt on the outlet side, instead the power out starts at 24 volts and quickly dies to about 3 volts over about 30 seconds. Can any one advise some one in the South Brisbane area that does repairs to electronic...

mjt57 · mjt57

Hi. We're new to the world of caravanning. So new in fact that we don't own one yet! Anyway. I'm reading up on the accessories for vans including solar power. They all seem to run separate systems. Ie. 12v and 240v. How come they don't have systems configured like your house that is. The solar PV and i...

madcart · madcart

Hi everyone I have a 2014 Ford ranger duel cab ute. fitted a hayman reece towpac. has anyone got any advice on rear leaf springs. Existing ones have flattened or concaved???? I am towing a 3k van 225kg on the tow ball 300kg in back of ute Cheers Dizzy -- Edited by madcart on Thursday 3rd of September 2015 0...

Liltacker · Liltacker

Hi All, to all the Dads at there whether travelling or static have a great Fathers Day tomorrow and enjoy life with the wife and siblings! We currently have a pair of 5 watt hand held 80 channel units but are looking at upgrading to a fixed in tug unit as well to make it a bit easier when driving. Just enquir...

Hendo · Hendo

Hooked the van up to power this weekend to make sure all was good. Checked the next day and the fridge, set at low, was running at -4c. The bench over the fridge was warm to touch. The fridge is a 3 way, probably 23 years old. Any ideas? Hendo

Kev Pearce · Kev Pearce

This may seem stupid question BUT for the first time I have a blown bulb in the light above the sink in our 2004 Jayco Freedom pop-top. How do I rectify this? Do I need to remove the two tiny screws fixing the light assembly to the ceiling? If I do this, is the bulb replacement a simple matter of removing a tw...

Jelaw · Jelaw

Hi can anyone tell me what type of aerial could I buy for a 24 inch/12 volt tv from either kogan or 12volt shop Is anyone traveling along the east coast and not having problems with tv reception, if so what are you using?

pipes · pipes

I need some information on the above. Do not need, or want, radio, phone or music while travelling. All we need is a simple, inexpensive two way system that clips on to our helmets. There's so many units on the market, costing several hundred dollars. ?? Regards. Pipes

Dougwe · Dougwe

Bugga! Not the number plate thing again? Yep. But a little different. I have discovered the not so nice thing of my number plate being higher than said rule. Bugga again. I have tought about putting a small tool box on the back of the van next to the spare wheel, fix the number plate to that creating a lega...

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	water tank (Preview) ok next question sorry for being such a pain but got no where else to ask have tried the water tank and cant get anything out of it read all the past messages about them here but i can see a breather hose on mine there appears to be a pipe old plastic hose ( looks like garden hose , should i replace it van is 30...	dzcook	6	1366	10:42 PM Sep 16, 2015 by PeterD
	water tank in new concept van ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi Guys, I'm new to this game and looking forward to hitting the road in February in our new van which is currently stored in a shed on a friend's farm. Every other weekend I go down there to play with it and pop my latest acquisitions from Kmart into the drawers. I have a couple of problems which more exper...	rvmad	31	2669	05:58 PM Sep 15, 2015 by Gus1949
	Please help me out here Plendo and other computer geeks :-) (closed) (Preview) Running windows 8.1 on a new ASUS LT with SSD (sweet) Internet just refuses to work, called DR PC and was told my anti virus (Trend) was causing the issue. LT now works as I have uninstalled the bad boy. OK, all crap aside, what is the best internet protection I can get. Im leaning to Kaspersky as this was go...	Phil C	14	1095	04:26 PM Sep 15, 2015 by Webmaster
	Generators here we go ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I have a generator that i think is quiet but others may have other ideas any way does anyone know if there is any type of sound proof box or simalar that is available on the after market ?????? as i dont want to be a noisie bugger	dishlicker	30	2329	10:17 AM Sep 15, 2015 by Delta18
	Voltage Boosting Diodes (Preview) In an effort to try and understand a bit better what is involved in maintaining my van batteries both from the tug and solar I read all sorts of stuff on the net. In the process I have come across a post on a forum that in essence states that by using a DC to DC charger from your tug alternator/battery system y...	greyhoundtom	13	6117	07:56 AM Sep 15, 2015 by Ondabeach
	any ideas what ? (Preview) finally it appears to be working thanks to all re picture sizing found this in the corner cupboard wires just disappear into the wall ?so any guesses what it is would be good looks like connected to 12 v ?	dzcook	7	1160	01:13 PM Sep 14, 2015 by in transit
	GENERATOR SIZE FOR ROOF TOP AIR CON (Preview) HELLO ALL, I HAVE A NEW IBIS 3 AIR CON ON THE ROOF AND WONDERING WHAT THE MINIMUM SIZE GENERATOR WOULD BE REQUIRED TO POWER THE AIR CON WITHOUT ISSUES. I SEEM TO RECALL SOMEONE MENTIONING THEY RUN THEIRS ON A HONDA 2KVA BUT CANT FIND THE POST. THANKS EDDY	ROAD RUNNER	24	6033	06:36 PM Sep 13, 2015 by Cruising Cruze
	Solar Panels / HWS / Ventilation / Shade (Preview) I have just removed the airconditioner pod from the roof of my 21 foot van and will need to replace the air vent (the type with the 4 separate adjustable flaps) since they leak like crazy. The aircond unit has left behind about 2 square foot hole in the roof and the vent about 4. I have about 48 square foot co...	Muzzlehatch	3	994	06:05 PM Sep 12, 2015 by Brenda and Alan
	photos ? (Preview) was going to up load a pic to ask what something was but when i previewed it the photo was huge ? do i need to reduce the pic to a small size ? so it dosent take forever to load ?or use peoples bandwith to look at it ?	dzcook	7	1268	09:09 AM Sep 12, 2015 by dzcook
	Living Edge hot water (Preview) http://wanderingoap.blogspot.com.au/2015/05/living-edge-bellagio-caravan.html	Greg9	2	1095	08:33 AM Sep 12, 2015 by RUSSELL-5458
	Summer Shut down of Diesel Heater ? (Preview) We have a recently installed Webasto diesel heater which we are really pleased with. However with spring just a few days away I am thinking about the summer months & the heater laying idle. I am aware that the recommendation is to run the unit at least once a month at full belt for 20 minutes or so. Bu...	manxmann	4	1080	07:39 AM Sep 12, 2015 by Shayne
	Powertech MP-3066 24 volt to 12 volt converter (Preview) We run 24 volt DC to 12 volt DC 40 amp converters in the bus I have one that is stop supplying the 13.9 volt on the outlet side, instead the power out starts at 24 volts and quickly dies to about 3 volts over about 30 seconds. Can any one advise some one in the South Brisbane area that does repairs to electronic...	Shayne	3	1851	02:07 PM Sep 11, 2015 by meggsy
	Solar Power and Caravan Voltages (Preview) Hi. We're new to the world of caravanning. So new in fact that we don't own one yet! Anyway. I'm reading up on the accessories for vans including solar power. They all seem to run separate systems. Ie. 12v and 240v. How come they don't have systems configured like your house that is. The solar PV and i...	mjt57	14	2497	12:13 PM Sep 11, 2015 by mjt57
	Ford Ranger Suspension (Preview) Hi everyone I have a 2014 Ford ranger duel cab ute. fitted a hayman reece towpac. has anyone got any advice on rear leaf springs. Existing ones have flattened or concaved???? I am towing a 3k van 225kg on the tow ball 300kg in back of ute Cheers Dizzy -- Edited by madcart on Thursday 3rd of September 2015 0...	madcart	11	2151	09:22 PM Sep 10, 2015 by Leather Tech
	UHF RADIO WITHOUT BLOWING THE BUDGET (Preview) Hi All, to all the Dads at there whether travelling or static have a great Fathers Day tomorrow and enjoy life with the wife and siblings! We currently have a pair of 5 watt hand held 80 channel units but are looking at upgrading to a fixed in tug unit as well to make it a bit easier when driving. Just enquir...	Liltacker	12	1853	08:56 PM Sep 10, 2015 by 03_Troopy
	Cold Fridge (Preview) Hooked the van up to power this weekend to make sure all was good. Checked the next day and the fridge, set at low, was running at -4c. The bench over the fridge was warm to touch. The fridge is a 3 way, probably 23 years old. Any ideas? Hendo	Hendo	5	1334	08:43 PM Sep 10, 2015 by hako
	Changing overhead reading light bulb (Preview) This may seem stupid question BUT for the first time I have a blown bulb in the light above the sink in our 2004 Jayco Freedom pop-top. How do I rectify this? Do I need to remove the two tiny screws fixing the light assembly to the ceiling? If I do this, is the bulb replacement a simple matter of removing a tw...	Kev Pearce	16	4434	03:00 PM Sep 10, 2015 by Kev Pearce
	12 volt tv & aerial (Preview) Hi can anyone tell me what type of aerial could I buy for a 24 inch/12 volt tv from either kogan or 12volt shop Is anyone traveling along the east coast and not having problems with tv reception, if so what are you using?	Jelaw	4	1748	07:05 PM Sep 9, 2015 by ken thomas
	Motorcycle communications. Rider to pillion to rider. (Preview) I need some information on the above. Do not need, or want, radio, phone or music while travelling. All we need is a simple, inexpensive two way system that clips on to our helmets. There's so many units on the market, costing several hundred dollars. ?? Regards. Pipes	pipes	4	739	01:50 PM Sep 9, 2015 by pipes
	LOCATING CABLE FOR NUMBER PLATE LIGHT. (Preview) Bugga! Not the number plate thing again? Yep. But a little different. I have discovered the not so nice thing of my number plate being higher than said rule. Bugga again. I have tought about putting a small tool box on the back of the van next to the spare wheel, fix the number plate to that creating a lega...	Dougwe	12	1257	10:18 AM Sep 9, 2015 by migra
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