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aussie_paul · aussie_paul

I have an Ipad air with cellular. How do I get it to use the GPS satellite system rather than the phone tower triangulation system? Aussie Paul.

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi all, What's the best way to secure my sat dish to the rear bumper of new van for transporting only. I know many just lay them on top of their bed in the daytime while traveling, however, if I want to just take a nap after lunch or not needing to use it some days I need to secure it. Its a camper sat dish, wit...

lazblom · lazblom

Hi - I am looking for a dedicated rear view camera for my bus. I already have a rear view camera which is dedicated to reversing. In other words when I shift into reverse then this camera will come on and I can see what is happening immediately behind me on a screen. I am now wanting another camera which will...

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi I have a Honda 1000kva Genie that is so reliable, However the new Jayco has a roof mounted A/C. Its on the Journey Outback 17.55 . Everyone we have spoken too says nothing under 2.2kva to kick it in. Its got to be a four stroke for starters. Do any of you guys and gals have and use to power yours. We like...

Bringellydad · Bringellydad

Hi, Can someone supply me the steps on how to load a picture of our setup in the lefthand box of the forum. Thanks.

TechnoGypsy · TechnoGypsy

First of all (before I get nailed by the Guru's) please read this. I found this snippet of advice posted on the web site of a Caravan Repairer. I have already searched and read every post on "Inverters" on the GN forum and it seems there has been some good advice. So I am only reposting thi...

Bru · Bru

This is my problem I'm in Yulara NT and off to Adelaide to buy second hand van which has the old round fitting for lights power etc from van to car and on my Pajero i have the standard 7 pin I think plug. So what can I do is it a matter of getting the new fitting for the van and trying to figure out the wiring. I ne...

iana · iana

OK I did a search and nothing really came up. I read on some post on the net that these vents really let the heat through. Can anyone give me feed back on their windows and vents pluses and minuses. For instance is bigger better or should one stay small? so feed back on size, heat, blinds & flyscreens. -...

Terro · Terro

I have a problem opening the rear door of my tow vehicle due to the handle height of the hitch. I asked a caravan service place what can be done and was told about hitch-Ezy. I have found them on the web and they look impressive but then so is the price. Before I shell out a substantial amount I wondered if any...

03_Troopy · 03_Troopy

Repairing a broken latching lever on a Navman My Escape style mounting fixture. I had my Navman mount break when I went to attach the GPS unit the other day. On the front of the mount is a latching lever that grips the GPS unit and holds it in place. Well it wasn't working and wouldn't latch onto the GPS prop...

Bas + Eve · Bas + Eve

So whats the go Pinocchio....should I fit a secondary filter/water separator BEFORE or AFTER the primary filter?? Some say before some say after. Thanks for all and any help.

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi all, I brought two sets of go jacts on the weekend 50% off at Repco =$400.00. For the purpose of moving the boat side ways in the shed to accomadate the new vans arrival in Dec. Got me thinking today, maybe I could bring the new van in forwards (Long Driveway). Unhitch the van and put the van on the jacks a...

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi ALL, That means YOU!......... YES YOU!............. ANYTHING STOP LOOKING AND COMMENT. In return I will post Another Joke in the Funnies section after I cook The family a Satay Chicken & rice By 10pm I Promise!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Stay up to night to Check SAT Night LOTTO....

oldtrack123 · oldtrack123

http://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/do-you-have-dangerous-infinity-cables-in-your-house

robo24 · robo24

i have 500 swift cooker.ignition switch failed.purchased a switch which needs fitting from rear of front panel due to non genuine.does anyone know how to remove front panel which forms entire stove top?

gollymolly · gollymolly

I want to buy Rod an amp meter, any suggestions please

AusQld · AusQld

I have a 2015 Ibis 3.2 kw rooftop A/C, will a Honda 20i generator start and run this unit when ambient temp is above 35c. regards Wayne.

Dougwe · Dougwe

I got my letter today. Actually my daughter rang me and told me it's contence. It stated that Holden do not have the part needed to do the job properly until July so will contact those effected again to arrange for the fix. Yep, mine is one for sure. I rang Holden in Townsville and they said the same thing. N...

03_Troopy · 03_Troopy

Just after a bit of information about servicing a 4WD winch. I pulled it all down, and it isn't in too bad nick except the needle bearings in one of the planetary gears, and slight marking on the shaft. I have sourced new bearings and will pick them up today. My dilemma is what to lubricate the bearings and...

cruisaderhilton · cruisaderhilton

Thanks to the people who answered my last post about how many ltrs per cubic metres , I have since found out that I am carrying 2 tanks &@82 ltrs each,My question this time is that I still don't think that I am getting the full amount of water in the tanks when I fill them up ,maybe they have an air lock in...

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	Ipad air gps systems?? (Preview) I have an Ipad air with cellular. How do I get it to use the GPS satellite system rather than the phone tower triangulation system? Aussie Paul.	aussie_paul	16	1127	08:14 PM May 13, 2015 by aussie_paul
	Best way to secure my sat dish (Preview) Hi all, What's the best way to secure my sat dish to the rear bumper of new van for transporting only. I know many just lay them on top of their bed in the daytime while traveling, however, if I want to just take a nap after lunch or not needing to use it some days I need to secure it. Its a camper sat dish, wit...	Hey Jim	6	1115	11:02 PM May 12, 2015 by D and D
	Rear View Camera Info needed (Preview) Hi - I am looking for a dedicated rear view camera for my bus. I already have a rear view camera which is dedicated to reversing. In other words when I shift into reverse then this camera will come on and I can see what is happening immediately behind me on a screen. I am now wanting another camera which will...	lazblom	8	1090	05:14 PM May 12, 2015 by 03_Troopy
	Best Air Conditioner generator to get (Preview) Hi I have a Honda 1000kva Genie that is so reliable, However the new Jayco has a roof mounted A/C. Its on the Journey Outback 17.55 . Everyone we have spoken too says nothing under 2.2kva to kick it in. Its got to be a four stroke for starters. Do any of you guys and gals have and use to power yours. We like...	Hey Jim	5	1342	09:45 AM May 12, 2015 by justcruisin01
	Photo (Preview) Hi, Can someone supply me the steps on how to load a picture of our setup in the lefthand box of the forum. Thanks.	Bringellydad	1	918	09:18 AM May 12, 2015 by rockylizard
	Your thoughts please on this - (was posted on a web site) (Preview) First of all (before I get nailed by the Guru's) please read this. I found this snippet of advice posted on the web site of a Caravan Repairer. I have already searched and read every post on "Inverters" on the GN forum and it seems there has been some good advice. So I am only reposting thi...	TechnoGypsy	17	2391	10:57 PM May 11, 2015 by oldtrack123
	Round plug to Rectangular (Preview) This is my problem I'm in Yulara NT and off to Adelaide to buy second hand van which has the old round fitting for lights power etc from van to car and on my Pajero i have the standard 7 pin I think plug. So what can I do is it a matter of getting the new fitting for the van and trying to figure out the wiring. I ne...	Bru	12	1462	07:22 PM May 11, 2015 by adrian foley
	Dometic Midi Skylight and their windows. (Preview) OK I did a search and nothing really came up. I read on some post on the net that these vents really let the heat through. Can anyone give me feed back on their windows and vents pluses and minuses. For instance is bigger better or should one stay small? so feed back on size, heat, blinds & flyscreens. -...	iana	4	986	11:37 PM May 10, 2015 by iana
	Hitch-Ezy (Preview) I have a problem opening the rear door of my tow vehicle due to the handle height of the hitch. I asked a caravan service place what can be done and was told about hitch-Ezy. I have found them on the web and they look impressive but then so is the price. Before I shell out a substantial amount I wondered if any...	Terro	5	2338	10:02 PM May 10, 2015 by Plendo
	How to repairing a broken latching lever on a Navman My Escape style GPS mounting fixture. (Preview) Repairing a broken latching lever on a Navman My Escape style mounting fixture. I had my Navman mount break when I went to attach the GPS unit the other day. On the front of the mount is a latching lever that grips the GPS unit and holds it in place. Well it wasn't working and wouldn't latch onto the GPS prop...	03_Troopy	0	988	05:20 PM May 10, 2015 by 03_Troopy
	2nd fuel filter/water seperator (Preview) So whats the go Pinocchio....should I fit a secondary filter/water separator BEFORE or AFTER the primary filter?? Some say before some say after. Thanks for all and any help.	Bas + Eve	10	1688	10:27 PM May 9, 2015 by Bas + Eve
	Go JACKS / VEHICLE MOVERS (Preview) Hi all, I brought two sets of go jacts on the weekend 50% off at Repco =$400.00. For the purpose of moving the boat side ways in the shed to accomadate the new vans arrival in Dec. Got me thinking today, maybe I could bring the new van in forwards (Long Driveway). Unhitch the van and put the van on the jacks a...	Hey Jim	2	1092	10:23 PM May 9, 2015 by JackoFJR
	VAN MOVERS SEE my GO JACKS POST please comment.UNDER TECS (Preview) Hi ALL, That means YOU!......... YES YOU!............. ANYTHING STOP LOOKING AND COMMENT. In return I will post Another Joke in the Funnies section after I cook The family a Satay Chicken & rice By 10pm I Promise!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Stay up to night to Check SAT Night LOTTO....	Hey Jim	0	627	06:26 PM May 9, 2015 by Hey Jim
	Faulty INFINITY CABLES (Preview) http://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/do-you-have-dangerous-infinity-cables-in-your-house	oldtrack123	6	1184	11:52 AM May 9, 2015 by Phil C
	peizo (Preview) i have 500 swift cooker.ignition switch failed.purchased a switch which needs fitting from rear of front panel due to non genuine.does anyone know how to remove front panel which forms entire stove top?	robo24	2	928	10:55 AM May 9, 2015 by banjo
	Amp meter (Preview) I want to buy Rod an amp meter, any suggestions please	gollymolly	20	2161	11:04 AM May 8, 2015 by PeterD
	Ibis A/C Honda 20i (Preview) I have a 2015 Ibis 3.2 kw rooftop A/C, will a Honda 20i generator start and run this unit when ambient temp is above 35c. regards Wayne.	AusQld	11	1297	10:34 AM May 8, 2015 by Phil C
	MORE ON THE COLORADO RE-CALL (Preview) I got my letter today. Actually my daughter rang me and told me it's contence. It stated that Holden do not have the part needed to do the job properly until July so will contact those effected again to arrange for the fix. Yep, mine is one for sure. I rang Holden in Townsville and they said the same thing. N...	Dougwe	15	1643	10:24 PM May 7, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	4WD Winch Service (Preview) Just after a bit of information about servicing a 4WD winch. I pulled it all down, and it isn't in too bad nick except the needle bearings in one of the planetary gears, and slight marking on the shaft. I have sourced new bearings and will pick them up today. My dilemma is what to lubricate the bearings and...	03_Troopy	10	2296	07:46 PM May 7, 2015 by Gaz n Shell
	water tank. 2 (Preview) Thanks to the people who answered my last post about how many ltrs per cubic metres , I have since found out that I am carrying 2 tanks &@82 ltrs each,My question this time is that I still don't think that I am getting the full amount of water in the tanks when I fill them up ,maybe they have an air lock in...	cruisaderhilton	10	1365	07:12 PM May 7, 2015 by madaboutled
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