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Mobile Broadband choices
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This has probably been done to death but what cheaper choices are there out there or does it have to be, I'm going to say the dirty word- Telstra??
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BlodandPJ
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Home solar figures...
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Today I had a look at the digital read out on the wall mounted unit. We have 10 panels and a It tells me it has generated 3825 kw. It has been operational 395 days beginning 22 January 2014. That is an average of 9.7 kw per day Here in Ballarat Victoria. Any comments? Aussie Paul.
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Frostair Mk 2000 Ducted aircon remote
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WANTED: Either an original, refurbished, new or universal remote control that will work for a: Frostair MK 2000 ducted airconditioner The aircon is currently fitted to a 1999 Gazal Infinity caravan Any help or information would be appreciated. Please phone Jamie on 0419 793 985
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Jamie58
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Problem with air con
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The air con in our van starts up OK and cools for awhile then shuts off and just blows air. Low gas or compressor problem? Cheers Wandererone
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Wandererone
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Communication devices - what works and what do YOU need?
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A regular those embarking on a big trip ask is about choosing the right communications for your travel plans. When do you need a satellite phone? What other options are available? A new expanded edition of Grant Nielsen's Staying in Touch on the Road is just out, with up to date communications and a wh...
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Motherhen
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faulty fridge
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A quick question - we are about to head off tomorrow for 5 weeks and just found out our fridge appears to be playing up. I had it on 240volt and whilst the freezer box got cold it didn't freeze and the fridge section appeared to be not working at all. I switched over to gas and the freezer box worked OK but agai...
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peter1
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Placement of battery, charger etc
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Hi guys. Like many small motorhome vans my battery, charger, and regulator are all under my bed, where a small amount of storage is too. There are holes in the top of the bed base covering this lot but my mattress is on top of this. To be honest I cant find it getting heated under there,( like it does around m...
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didi
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8ZED Titan 533 jumpstarter
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Has anyone had any experience:knowledge of these? It seems to tick all the boxes as multi purpose use. It even comes with a solar panel and air compressor. Do you think you could run a small TV off one? I found one on gumtree for $250 which seems quite reasonable. Thanks
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TropicalRose
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tow bar - adjustments
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I needed to lower the height of my towbar by about 2 inches (big car , little van). I bought an adjustable hitch which does the job but it is about 3 inches longer. Are there any major disadvantages to having a longer hitch. I needed to extend the chain by a few inches. -- Edited by grahamg on Saturday 1...
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grahamg
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Recall Bunnings Group Limited—Heller 2000W fan heater supplied by GAF Control Pty Ltd (FHH20A)
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Hi Some may have got one to keep the van warm Bunnings Group LimitedHeller 2000W fan heater supplied by GAF Control Pty Ltd (FHH20A) PRA number: 2015/14545 Date published: 16th February 2015 FHH20A.jpg Product information Product description Heller 2000W fan heater with oscillating base Identi...
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oldtrack123
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Inverter question
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We have a 800w inverter. Should we run a 700w microwave oven from the 800w inverter? Any and all comments very welcome.
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Azurepink
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Water Heater - Gas Problem
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Hi all, anyone had an issue with back burn in their water heater. I have just discovered my red plastic overflow pipe has been melted near the gas flow manifold. Just interested to here from any one that has had the same problem and can perhaps give me a few tips Regards - Len
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Dolly
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Waeco won't work on 12 volt
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We have a 5 year old waeco that will no longer work on 12 volt. It works very well on 240 but shows a red error light as soon as we switch it over. All the leads are good and 12 volt plug.
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scottynbulldog
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Dents in your tailgate ute
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I have a DMax ute and recently took it to a panelbeater to see how much it would cost to have a dent taken out of the tailgate. The dent was a "push-in" type, which had not damaged the paint and it didn't have sharp creases in the dent. He told me one of his guys would do it at the workshop for a couple...
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Bruce and Bev
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Cb radios usefull types
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Hi My truck has two CB radios, they were in it when I purchased it. I have not heard much of interest on either. Could people tell me what the difference is between the two types in easy understandable language. Secondly what type should I use for Nomad purposes when I get out of town a bit. Thirdly how shou...
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Jaahn
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Possible TV problem averted....
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While chasing down the dc voltage drop I noticed the green amplifier "on" light flicker when I moved the Wineguard amp. It appears when being soldered, the solderer!! did a lousy job at the Wineguard factory. It really would not have been nice while away to have an intermittant fault. I re...
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aussie_paul
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Mail ? what options are there?
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Hi we are about to start travelling and would like some advice on what to do with our mail, we don't really have anyone to ask to use their address and forward to us, but the only option we have seen doing a search seems really expencive, any ideas please?
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BlodandPJ
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2 way radio
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Just wondering what is the best channel to be on up north of w.a. With not to much chit chat. Cheers Bowsie1
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bowsie1
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Mounting a fire extinguisher
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I have a GU Patrol wagon and i want to mount a fire extinguisher on the panel by the rear left hand door A rear seatbelt runs down behind this panel i think Am i going to damage the belt if i put a couple of screws in this panel? Other position suggestions would be appreciated Allan
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Weights....
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Yesterday I had the opportunity to have the Pajero and van washed by a good friend and his daughter while I watched and sweated!!!! They own a truck contracting business, and also have a weighbridge. I had all the water tanks full and gear loaded as well as 3 x 10 liter water containers in the van,and incl...
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