Techies' Corner

Trevor law · Trevor law

We are having trouble with one of our Heiki hatches .We have contacted the van manufacturer about it and they don't want to do anything about it because it is out of warranty .If we have the van (length ways )level with a Spirit level on the A frame and double checking on a few cabinets inside,if it rains h...

Nomes · Nomes

Which is the best way to store/carry diesel, Plastic or Metal containers? Both are yellow. I asked at the store and got, "Dunno". I'm assuming metal but I thought I would ask. Thanks, Nomes.

Woody n Sue · Woody n Sue

Hi everyone have been thinking of getting a dash cam have searched here on the GN forum not much there have looked at the DOD LS4 W seems ok reasonably quality and price i am prepared to part with for one what are you using out there if you have one, what are your likes and dislikes about it / them Woody n S...

oldtrack123 · oldtrack123

http://www.accc.gov.au/update/infinity-cable-recall-act-now-before-its-too-late

Phil C · Phil C

hi all. As I have said before I have these horrid cracks in the floor of the shower, it seems to me nobody will cover any replacement/repairs so I bit the bullet today and staeted the fibreglass repair. After 20 mins the surrounding floor hasn't softened and there is very little exothermic activity. ...

SuzieQ52 · SuzieQ52

Hi All, just wondering if anyone has installed or knows about this relatively new heating system that works off the hot water system. Is it efficient, economical and can it be run while traveling like you can a diesel about an hour before you stop for the night when it's freezing. or does an Ibis revers...

charles · charles

tyre pressure for 18 ft dual wheel Windsor pop top van 1450 tare currently running at 37 lbs is that in the ball park thanks

cjt55 · cjt55

The male part of my 12v TV (cigarette lighter type connection) has broken and I have purchased a cigarette lighter connection power source for my Teac TV from Jaycar. The male connection does not seem to fit into the Anntennatek 12V Socket Wall Plate to power the TV. I have searched the website of the...

Nomes · Nomes

When I purchased my DMax I thought I could get away with the rubber squares you join together for the tray but it is not working as I intended, my work gear still slides about which means on my trip everything will slide about. My last ute came with a tray mat, nothing ever slid around on it. My question, sho...

Bassman · Bassman

Hello Everyone, What are peoples preferences? A centre door or a rear door? Why would you choose one over another? Thank you for your time.

Bassman · Bassman

Hello Everyone, My wife and I have been going over caravan designs for our first caravan purchase and are wondering is there any advantage to having an angled kitchen? We like the Cafe' style seating arrangement, though do not understand why one would have an angled kitchen. Thank you for your time....

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi all, Can one operate the heater on the go, an hour or so before the nights stop. So the van is warm to step into on arrival on these cold afternoons. Its been so cold today, I was just thinking maybe or not. I see that they use them in trucks as well, so I thought the same for the van. We are planning ahead. Reg...

Gaz n Shell · Gaz n Shell

G/day We are in the market for a truck roof rack mounted awning for our Landcruiser 80 series ,have any of our knowledgeable nomads got some advice for a first time awning buyer Cheers Gaz

tcp99 · tcp99

Annoyed by poor radio reception in my Colorado 2014. Travelling from Melbourne to Townsville luck to pick up 1 or 2 stations in Northern NSW and Southern Ql;d. Would a bigger aerial on bullbar make a difference. Any ideas appreciated. Terry

rmb3218 · rmb3218

Hi All, I have a question to those of you that have a Truma E2400 gas heater. Does the warm air outlet rotate/swivel to allow you to direct the air in different directions. Also, if you have a dual outlet are you able to close one off. I am getting different answers from different suppliers, including Do...

liz795 · liz795

just wondering can anyone who has one give me some feed back please i dont think i need a vast box as this is all built in the tv ,picture and sound quality http://www.uec.com.au/au/index.php/products/newvastproducts/idtv22inch thanks

keiron · keiron

I am in need of some technical support for this project. I am running an "Eva-Kool" 12v / 240 v fridge in my tug, and run it from a cigarette socket whilst mobile. When I get to a Park for the night I un-plug the 12 volt, connect the transformer and plug into the 240 volt. Morning comes, I reverse t...

bowser · bowser

Hi to all. I have an inquire about oil coolers, I bought a 2007 Ford ranger auto 3lt turbo, oil cooler fitted, At that time I was pulling a 17ft pop top light weight van, We have now up graded to a full van 22ft 2.5t, It has been suggested that I fit another oil cooler for extra protection, Even though at no s...

Spydermann · Spydermann

Does anyone leave their gas on when travelling? I have a 3-way fridge that I can set to automatic selector. Takes 240V, then 12V from vehicle, then gas. The 12V on-board battery only powers the device that makes the selection. It doesn't power the fridge cooling mechanism. When travelling the fridge...

woolman · woolman

The thermostat on our Waeco HDC 220 fridge has failed. Does anyone know where I can purchase a replacement thermostat with out paying half the cost of the fridge. I can't see a Waeco Thermostat being that much more expensive than for other 12v fridges. The registered agent quote to replace I would be be...

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	Heiki midi hatch (Preview) We are having trouble with one of our Heiki hatches .We have contacted the van manufacturer about it and they don't want to do anything about it because it is out of warranty .If we have the van (length ways )level with a Spirit level on the A frame and double checking on a few cabinets inside,if it rains h...	Trevor law	8	1432	08:34 PM Jul 13, 2015 by Trevor law
	Carrying spare fuel question (Preview) Which is the best way to store/carry diesel, Plastic or Metal containers? Both are yellow. I asked at the store and got, "Dunno". I'm assuming metal but I thought I would ask. Thanks, Nomes.	Nomes	18	2827	12:17 PM Jul 19, 2015 by Jaahn
	Dash cams are there many GNs using them ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi everyone have been thinking of getting a dash cam have searched here on the GN forum not much there have looked at the DOD LS4 W seems ok reasonably quality and price i am prepared to part with for one what are you using out there if you have one, what are your likes and dislikes about it / them Woody n S...	Woody n Sue	30	3746	11:10 AM Dec 11, 2016 by Aus-Kiwi
	Infinity cable recall Time is running out Replace NOW (Preview) http://www.accc.gov.au/update/infinity-cable-recall-act-now-before-its-too-late	oldtrack123	0	442	01:12 PM Jul 6, 2015 by oldtrack123
	I have started to fix the cracks in the shower (Preview) hi all. As I have said before I have these horrid cracks in the floor of the shower, it seems to me nobody will cover any replacement/repairs so I bit the bullet today and staeted the fibreglass repair. After 20 mins the surrounding floor hasn't softened and there is very little exothermic activity. ...	Phil C	28	1953	12:09 PM Jul 12, 2015 by Phil C
	Combi Heater Swift 28lt (Preview) Hi All, just wondering if anyone has installed or knows about this relatively new heating system that works off the hot water system. Is it efficient, economical and can it be run while traveling like you can a diesel about an hour before you stop for the night when it's freezing. or does an Ibis revers...	SuzieQ52	8	1225	04:10 PM Jul 19, 2015 by SuzieQ52
	tyre pressure dual wheels (Preview) tyre pressure for 18 ft dual wheel Windsor pop top van 1450 tare currently running at 37 lbs is that in the ball park thanks	charles	7	2640	11:36 AM Jul 9, 2015 by charles
	Antennatek TV Antenna Spare Parts (Preview) The male part of my 12v TV (cigarette lighter type connection) has broken and I have purchased a cigarette lighter connection power source for my Teac TV from Jaycar. The male connection does not seem to fit into the Anntennatek 12V Socket Wall Plate to power the TV. I have searched the website of the...	cjt55	1	633	12:36 PM Jul 5, 2015 by valiant81
	Ute Tray Liners (Preview) When I purchased my DMax I thought I could get away with the rubber squares you join together for the tray but it is not working as I intended, my work gear still slides about which means on my trip everything will slide about. My last ute came with a tray mat, nothing ever slid around on it. My question, sho...	Nomes	9	2391	04:53 PM Jul 7, 2015 by Nomes
	Centre or Rear Doors? (Preview) Hello Everyone, What are peoples preferences? A centre door or a rear door? Why would you choose one over another? Thank you for your time.	Bassman	16	4352	11:58 AM Jul 12, 2015 by Cupie
	Angled Kitchens (Preview) Hello Everyone, My wife and I have been going over caravan designs for our first caravan purchase and are wondering is there any advantage to having an angled kitchen? We like the Cafe' style seating arrangement, though do not understand why one would have an angled kitchen. Thank you for your time....	Bassman	9	1312	02:57 PM Jul 12, 2015 by butch- n-shirl
	Diesel Heater on the move (Preview) Hi all, Can one operate the heater on the go, an hour or so before the nights stop. So the van is warm to step into on arrival on these cold afternoons. Its been so cold today, I was just thinking maybe or not. I see that they use them in trucks as well, so I thought the same for the van. We are planning ahead. Reg...	Hey Jim	11	1489	10:12 AM Jul 9, 2015 by dogbox
	Awnings for the side of the truck off the rack (Preview) G/day We are in the market for a truck roof rack mounted awning for our Landcruiser 80 series ,have any of our knowledgeable nomads got some advice for a first time awning buyer Cheers Gaz	Gaz n Shell	3	538	10:51 PM Jul 5, 2015 by Gaz n Shell
	Improving Radio Receptrion (Preview) Annoyed by poor radio reception in my Colorado 2014. Travelling from Melbourne to Townsville luck to pick up 1 or 2 stations in Northern NSW and Southern Ql;d. Would a bigger aerial on bullbar make a difference. Any ideas appreciated. Terry	tcp99	9	1790	08:27 PM Jul 16, 2015 by Sarge9
	Truma E2400 gas heater questions (Preview) Hi All, I have a question to those of you that have a Truma E2400 gas heater. Does the warm air outlet rotate/swivel to allow you to direct the air in different directions. Also, if you have a dual outlet are you able to close one off. I am getting different answers from different suppliers, including Do...	rmb3218	3	940	10:04 PM Jul 4, 2015 by Dougwe
	vast 12v tv (Preview) just wondering can anyone who has one give me some feed back please i dont think i need a vast box as this is all built in the tv ,picture and sound quality http://www.uec.com.au/au/index.php/products/newvastproducts/idtv22inch thanks	liz795	7	1210	04:00 AM Jul 5, 2015 by Gundog
	12 volt / 240 volt automatic switching (Preview) I am in need of some technical support for this project. I am running an "Eva-Kool" 12v / 240 v fridge in my tug, and run it from a cigarette socket whilst mobile. When I get to a Park for the night I un-plug the 12 volt, connect the transformer and plug into the 240 volt. Morning comes, I reverse t...	keiron	17	6711	10:58 AM Jul 5, 2015 by 03_Troopy
	Oil cooler (Preview) Hi to all. I have an inquire about oil coolers, I bought a 2007 Ford ranger auto 3lt turbo, oil cooler fitted, At that time I was pulling a 17ft pop top light weight van, We have now up graded to a full van 22ft 2.5t, It has been suggested that I fit another oil cooler for extra protection, Even though at no s...	bowser	13	1779	11:53 PM Jul 7, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	Fridge on gas (Preview) Does anyone leave their gas on when travelling? I have a 3-way fridge that I can set to automatic selector. Takes 240V, then 12V from vehicle, then gas. The 12V on-board battery only powers the device that makes the selection. It doesn't power the fridge cooling mechanism. When travelling the fridge...	Spydermann	9	1379	11:32 PM Jul 8, 2015 by PeterD
	waeco fridge thermostat (Preview) The thermostat on our Waeco HDC 220 fridge has failed. Does anyone know where I can purchase a replacement thermostat with out paying half the cost of the fridge. I can't see a Waeco Thermostat being that much more expensive than for other 12v fridges. The registered agent quote to replace I would be be...	woolman	8	3787	06:58 PM Apr 13, 2016 by DeBe
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