Techies' Corner

boatman54 · boatman54

Our caravan is now just over two years old. The seating is upholstered with a so called leather finish called annahide. The leather is literally disintegrating. Peeling away in flakes as does extreme sunburn on our skin. Has anyone else had this problem, and if so, how was it rectified?

wendycarlene · wendycarlene

hello everyone. We have one of these Hot Water Services and do not have a lot of success with same. Does anyone else have one ,and how does it perform? Maybe we have a lemon. When it works properly, it is very nice, but seems to have a problem with variances in water pressures and often!! Please give us some...

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...

Cruising Cruze · Cruising Cruze

Is there a kit like the one in this video available here??? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JT2HwPSEHuk Would love to get one for on top of my ute Cheers John

Flower Power · Flower Power

does anyone know how to stop leak in Camdec front windows. Also not sure where the water is coming into the van but water is coming through windows. -- Edited by Flower Power on Monday 13th of July 2015 11:36:20 AM

brickies · brickies

I have 2007 Regent Caravan need a new window lens has it has a split on the top edge , Do anybody know where you can buy Galaxy windows , Camec do not carry them anymore .

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....

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. ...

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.

gandk · gandk

Our recently purchased 2011 van originally had a 3 way fridge but previous owner changed to a 12v/240v Waeco compressor fridge. Our first time away last week we had a bit of trouble where the fridge did not stay cooled even though we have 2 x120w solar on top. After only 24hrs it started to warm up and the f...

woodys124 · woodys124

was woundering if anyone could tell me who i can talk to about putting a auto gear box in a gu patrol thanks

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

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...

jokirt · jokirt

I have a Tiny Gentrax generator that I will use as a back up when it rains and/or the portable solar panels are unable to charge my deep cycle battery. The earth lead is NOT provided so I need help in interpreting what is required please. The manual states the lead must be of sufficient current capaci...

Phil C · Phil C

Hi all, I know that's probably sounding dumb, but I've been away from the trade for an age, so forgive me. Im looking for an alarm that will sound when the battery voltage reaches a preset voltage. If anyone has any clue, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

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...

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...

liz795 · liz795

hi all can someone please tell me if this generator will run an ibis 3 airconGenTrax 3700W Max/3000W Rated Generator Pure Sine Inverter Portable Camping Gen III Model now with LCD! 2 x 240V outlets. thanks

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...

oldtrack123 · oldtrack123

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

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	Leather disintegrating on cafe bar seats in caravan (Preview) Our caravan is now just over two years old. The seating is upholstered with a so called leather finish called annahide. The leather is literally disintegrating. Peeling away in flakes as does extreme sunburn on our skin. Has anyone else had this problem, and if so, how was it rectified?	boatman54	8	3438	05:15 AM Jul 16, 2015 by The Phantom
	Girard hot water service (Preview) hello everyone. We have one of these Hot Water Services and do not have a lot of success with same. Does anyone else have one ,and how does it perform? Maybe we have a lemon. When it works properly, it is very nice, but seems to have a problem with variances in water pressures and often!! Please give us some...	wendycarlene	4	1036	11:09 PM Jul 14, 2015 by wendycarlene
	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	1483	08:34 PM Jul 13, 2015 by Trevor law
	RV Solar Panel Installation kit (Preview) Is there a kit like the one in this video available here??? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JT2HwPSEHuk Would love to get one for on top of my ute Cheers John	Cruising Cruze	6	1070	08:03 PM Jul 13, 2015 by Cruising Cruze
	Leaking front windows (Preview) does anyone know how to stop leak in Camdec front windows. Also not sure where the water is coming into the van but water is coming through windows. -- Edited by Flower Power on Monday 13th of July 2015 11:36:20 AM	Flower Power	1	823	07:32 PM Jul 13, 2015 by patrol03
	Galaxy Windows (Preview) I have 2007 Regent Caravan need a new window lens has it has a split on the top edge , Do anybody know where you can buy Galaxy windows , Camec do not carry them anymore .	brickies	10	1726	11:31 AM Jul 13, 2015 by Flower Power
	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	1354	02:57 PM Jul 12, 2015 by butch- n-shirl
	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	2024	12:09 PM Jul 12, 2015 by Phil C
	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	4624	11:58 AM Jul 12, 2015 by Cupie
	CTEK BATTERY CHARGER -BIG ENOUGH??? (Preview) Our recently purchased 2011 van originally had a 3 way fridge but previous owner changed to a 12v/240v Waeco compressor fridge. Our first time away last week we had a bit of trouble where the fridge did not stay cooled even though we have 2 x120w solar on top. After only 24hrs it started to warm up and the f...	gandk	16	3995	07:26 PM Jul 11, 2015 by iana
	auto gear box (Preview) was woundering if anyone could tell me who i can talk to about putting a auto gear box in a gu patrol thanks	woodys124	5	892	11:38 PM Jul 9, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	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	2731	11:36 AM Jul 9, 2015 by charles
	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	1572	10:12 AM Jul 9, 2015 by dogbox
	How do I Earth a 700w Gentrax Generator? (Preview) I have a Tiny Gentrax generator that I will use as a back up when it rains and/or the portable solar panels are unable to charge my deep cycle battery. The earth lead is NOT provided so I need help in interpreting what is required please. The manual states the lead must be of sufficient current capaci...	jokirt	28	4838	01:19 AM Jul 9, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	Is there such a device as a voltage sensitive alarm? (Preview) Hi all, I know that's probably sounding dumb, but I've been away from the trade for an age, so forgive me. Im looking for an alarm that will sound when the battery voltage reaches a preset voltage. If anyone has any clue, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks	Phil C	7	849	01:01 AM Jul 9, 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	1424	11:32 PM Jul 8, 2015 by PeterD
	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	1823	11:53 PM Jul 7, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	generators (Preview) hi all can someone please tell me if this generator will run an ibis 3 airconGenTrax 3700W Max/3000W Rated Generator Pure Sine Inverter Portable Camping Gen III Model now with LCD! 2 x 240V outlets. thanks	liz795	14	2024	05:48 PM Jul 7, 2015 by liz795
	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	2455	04:53 PM Jul 7, 2015 by Nomes
	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	494	01:12 PM Jul 6, 2015 by oldtrack123
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