Techies' Corner

Cisco kid · Cisco kid

This used to show blue lights when TV powered up and attenuator switched to ON On checking I cannot get the blue lights . there is an electronic box on pulling the unit apart Does anyone know how to replace the electronic box or do I need to buy a complete new unit ? Thanks

Mickwil · Mickwil

Hi Thanks to my previous post on the Centurion I have established that I don't need any changes to the system except for the following. Is there a reason why the Centurion only powers, the ceiling lights when my bedside lights are not included neither is the Entry light and the under awning light. Surel...

DDL · DDL

Hi new to,the forum so,hope I do this correctly. Does anybody have thoughts on the Richards Torque lock up converter. I recently towed a new van back from Melb to Gold Coast & fuel usage was astronomical with the landcruiser. Does,anybody have,the same problem or had a lockup cnvert

Ian195 · Ian195

Just dipping my toes in here. I notice most caravans have the water tank filler, equaliser and outlet pipes on the RHS of the van. I agree the filler should be on the right side away from the entertainment area of the van (ie the left side) as any water spillage from filling is muddy and inconvenient. How...

46jade · 46jade

Does anybody have any experience with the Recurve tuning modules? It is my understanding that they come preprogrammed for your vehicle with 5 user selectable programmes that you can change by plugging in the module and altering your cars ECU mapping. One of the programmes is standard setting so if n...

Long Weekend · Long Weekend

Hi All, Over the weekend there was one of those four wheel drive shows that I was watching while engaged in talking to friends, so I wasn't paying much attention. The commentator mentioned that he was going to start a fire and I thought that he was going to rub two sticks together or something. But he too...

Marlene6 · Marlene6

Satlking pro will not lock on to satellite was working great great. Kip Anyone have this issue

Kerry_Debbie · Kerry_Debbie

We have a 2014 Jayco Starcraft and I want to install an Anderson plug for a solar panel/blanket (not decided which yet). The battery is easily accessible under the seat by the internal wheel arch and I planned to connect the wires to the battery go through the floor and install the Anderson plug underne...

Seaeagle63 · Seaeagle63

Does anyone know how to update the Sphere TV? I have tried to download some apps, Netflix, Foxtel Go, but get a message stating the TV is not compatible. It is supposed to be a smart TVs but doesnt seem very smart to me. Cheers

Lloyd-Vicki · Lloyd-Vicki

Hello all,We took possession of our new Atlantic Endeavour 18.6ft caravan late last November 2022.It came fitted with the Dometic RM4606 T rated fridge freezer.Also, one very important point is that shortly after we took possession from our local dealer, they closed shop, so we no longer have them...

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.

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	Kingjack TV aerial attentuator (Preview) This used to show blue lights when TV powered up and attenuator switched to ON On checking I cannot get the blue lights . there is an electronic box on pulling the unit apart Does anyone know how to replace the electronic box or do I need to buy a complete new unit ? Thanks	Cisco kid	4	1323	12:51 PM Jul 25, 2023 by Cisco kid
	Centurion SC3000 why only power some 12 volt lights (Preview) Hi Thanks to my previous post on the Centurion I have established that I don't need any changes to the system except for the following. Is there a reason why the Centurion only powers, the ceiling lights when my bedside lights are not included neither is the Entry light and the under awning light. Surel...	Mickwil	1	1040	10:56 PM Jul 22, 2023 by Whenarewethere
	Torque converter lock up kits (Preview) Hi new to,the forum so,hope I do this correctly. Does anybody have thoughts on the Richards Torque lock up converter. I recently towed a new van back from Melb to Gold Coast & fuel usage was astronomical with the landcruiser. Does,anybody have,the same problem or had a lockup cnvert	DDL	21	14724	05:07 PM Jul 18, 2023 by deverall11
	Why is the water tank outlet on the RHS of a caravan? (Preview) Just dipping my toes in here. I notice most caravans have the water tank filler, equaliser and outlet pipes on the RHS of the van. I agree the filler should be on the right side away from the entertainment area of the van (ie the left side) as any water spillage from filling is muddy and inconvenient. How...	Ian195	13	1393	09:43 AM Jul 18, 2023 by Dick0
	Recurve Diesel tuning (Preview) Does anybody have any experience with the Recurve tuning modules? It is my understanding that they come preprogrammed for your vehicle with 5 user selectable programmes that you can change by plugging in the module and altering your cars ECU mapping. One of the programmes is standard setting so if n...	46jade	7	3376	10:56 AM Jul 17, 2023 by yobarr
	Chemical Fire Starter ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi All, Over the weekend there was one of those four wheel drive shows that I was watching while engaged in talking to friends, so I wasn't paying much attention. The commentator mentioned that he was going to start a fire and I thought that he was going to rub two sticks together or something. But he too...	Long Weekend	31	7754	07:27 PM Jul 15, 2023 by jegog
	Satking pro problem (Preview) Satlking pro will not lock on to satellite was working great great. Kip Anyone have this issue	Marlene6	3	1797	07:31 AM Jul 15, 2023 by Stretch60
	Anderson Plug Installation (Preview) We have a 2014 Jayco Starcraft and I want to install an Anderson plug for a solar panel/blanket (not decided which yet). The battery is easily accessible under the seat by the internal wheel arch and I planned to connect the wires to the battery go through the floor and install the Anderson plug underne...	Kerry_Debbie	5	2242	05:41 PM Jul 13, 2023 by Ian195
	Sphere TV updates (Preview) Does anyone know how to update the Sphere TV? I have tried to download some apps, Netflix, Foxtel Go, but get a message stating the TV is not compatible. It is supposed to be a smart TVs but doesnt seem very smart to me. Cheers	Seaeagle63	10	4543	03:36 PM Jul 13, 2023 by tarnell
	Thoughts and Ideas on Dometic RM4606 Issues ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hello all,We took possession of our new Atlantic Endeavour 18.6ft caravan late last November 2022.It came fitted with the Dometic RM4606 T rated fridge freezer.Also, one very important point is that shortly after we took possession from our local dealer, they closed shop, so we no longer have them...	Lloyd-Vicki	36	5653	12:36 PM Jul 12, 2023 by Lloyd-Vicki
	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	3378	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	1326	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	1147	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	2137	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	3759	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	1510	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	1964	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	1228	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	1399	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	1387	02:29 PM Jun 23, 2023 by deverall11
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