Techies' Corner

the rocket · the rocket

Hi Everyone, We need to buy some kind of jack in case of a flat tyre. Our chassis on the caravan is 3 and a half ton. we have heard of a jockey wheel that is on a plate and some kind of jack. can anyone recommend a good one. thanks.

gollymolly · gollymolly

We have nearly finished our full renovation of the van and the bench top splash back and table were in beige which doesn't fit in with our decor any more. I have come across this product called Rust-oleum Count top transformation in Charcoal granite look. Purchased it from Bunnings and they tell me it a...

Murraman · Murraman

I have a Response QM-3761 (9 inch) reversing camera setup in the Coaster, Been there since we bought it. But now it is playing up. After about 10 min of running it will go crazy with lines running across the screen picture goes dark will switch on and off etc. Now I have rewired it and made no difference as I...

barina · barina

Has anyone with a Sprinter had to replace the combination switch??

Hey Jim · Hey Jim

Hi all, We have both our hard floor camper as well as a tandem trailer with our boat.What I would like to know is, do the caravans set up with tandem bogies suffer from tire wear/ bad camber like our boat trailer. Or are they engineered more up market? For years we have trailered our boat across australia t...

revemike · revemike

I have a friend who is having issues with his TrailerMate. This is what he has told me.... I wonder if anyone can offer a solution? "Trailmate does not go up or down with the pump handle. Have bleed air from the cylinder and checked fluid level ( it was down so refilled to within 20mm of top as instruct...

iana · iana

I am considering getting a Fifth wheeler made for us, and have been putting thought to the additions that can/should be installed. One of those accessories is the fixed digital TV aerial. Your van is parked in the site and there are hills and trees, do you get reception, or does it cut out all the time? Sh...

kiwijims · kiwijims

"HELP" G'day all, my old 89 Patrol has suddenly decided it can do 190kph sitting stationary in the driveway, "Yep" the flaming speedo has gone "Kaput" I have been told that it is a common problem with the Patrols, but no one seems to be able to say what to look for, or...

TAJ · TAJ

information please on settings on van battery charger pulse model OC SW121160 either 2/8/16 amps 3 settings calcium / sealed wet / gel / 3 settings battery is a LION 120 AH wet filled with acid thanks RAY

Fidele · Fidele

We are planning a trip to Perth next year and are wondering is it advisable to carry spare diesel with you ? Perhaps one or even two jerry cans our motorhome has more than enough carrying capacity for the extra weight. we are aware of the safety aspects and are only seeking advise on the need to carry spare...

Marken · Marken

Hi All Some time ago I was learning all about caravans and 12 volt systems and came across an article by Colyn Rivers. In the article he showed a calculation wheel which demonstrated what you need to multiply by what to get amps, ohms or anything else connected with power calcs. Does anyone know where I c...

Cruising Cruze · Cruising Cruze

I'm looking to get a alarm for my ute canopy does any of you has an idea for what to get Thanks John

legendgj · legendgj

Is it necessary to grease your tow ball.

DeBe · DeBe

Cutting open the compressor to find out why it failed.

Cowboy7307 · Cowboy7307

we are looking at getting Uhf for the car ,do i buy a hand set, or a complete built in one , it will only be used every now and then while we are travelling. if i was to buy just a couple of hand sets what size or power would be ok I have never used any thing like this before, thanks

goldcoaster · goldcoaster

I have 3 x 120ah Batteries probably 12 - 18 mths old , how do I test them too make sure they are all working evenly and that 1 isn't labouring. Just recently purchased this Motorhome and it has the Drifter Pro Battery monitor showing me the status of the Batteries. Does this system read all 3 Batteries or on...

gailhayd · gailhayd

Looking at having Ace Auto Electrics from Cranbourne instal an additional solar panel and 12v points for our van - has anyone had any experience with this Company?

wasn_me · wasn_me

I want to change to a 12 volt fridge. i'm looking at the 65 litre waeco or the 80 litre engel. They're the smallest with enclosed freezer. They would both work with my solar, battery set up. From comments on forums they both seem to have their own problems. The waeco lets the freezer temperature rise in co...

frangipani · frangipani

Thw window above the sink is letting rain in, question, do I have to remove the existing seal around the window, or can I put the Sica Flex straight over it? Now be kind, this is the first time doing this, -Fran

gollymolly · gollymolly

I drive Rod mad as this is my favourite site. I am always going come and have a look at this or that.As a female I have enjoyed the tech questions,answers. Although I dont post anything I love to read the comments.

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	hydraulic jack (Preview) Hi Everyone, We need to buy some kind of jack in case of a flat tyre. Our chassis on the caravan is 3 and a half ton. we have heard of a jockey wheel that is on a plate and some kind of jack. can anyone recommend a good one. thanks.	the rocket	21	3574	05:41 PM Jan 23, 2015 by Totalrv
	Bench top and splash backs transformation (Preview) We have nearly finished our full renovation of the van and the bench top splash back and table were in beige which doesn't fit in with our decor any more. I have come across this product called Rust-oleum Count top transformation in Charcoal granite look. Purchased it from Bunnings and they tell me it a...	gollymolly	3	888	10:18 AM Jan 23, 2015 by gollymolly
	Reversing Camera problem (Preview) I have a Response QM-3761 (9 inch) reversing camera setup in the Coaster, Been there since we bought it. But now it is playing up. After about 10 min of running it will go crazy with lines running across the screen picture goes dark will switch on and off etc. Now I have rewired it and made no difference as I...	Murraman	6	2017	09:00 AM Jan 23, 2015 by Jim Moon
	Combination Switch - Mercedes Sprinter (Preview) Has anyone with a Sprinter had to replace the combination switch??	barina	0	636	12:59 PM Jan 22, 2015 by barina
	Tyre wear on tandem trailers (Preview) Hi all, We have both our hard floor camper as well as a tandem trailer with our boat.What I would like to know is, do the caravans set up with tandem bogies suffer from tire wear/ bad camber like our boat trailer. Or are they engineered more up market? For years we have trailered our boat across australia t...	Hey Jim	10	5561	09:27 AM Jan 22, 2015 by Aus-Kiwi
	Issue wit Trailermate (Preview) I have a friend who is having issues with his TrailerMate. This is what he has told me.... I wonder if anyone can offer a solution? "Trailmate does not go up or down with the pump handle. Have bleed air from the cylinder and checked fluid level ( it was down so refilled to within 20mm of top as instruct...	revemike	15	3448	09:30 PM Jan 20, 2015 by revemike
	Digital TV, your experiences please. (Preview) I am considering getting a Fifth wheeler made for us, and have been putting thought to the additions that can/should be installed. One of those accessories is the fixed digital TV aerial. Your van is parked in the site and there are hills and trees, do you get reception, or does it cut out all the time? Sh...	iana	9	1611	07:31 PM Jan 20, 2015 by Totalrv
	NISSAN PATROL SPEEDO TROUBLES (Preview) "HELP" G'day all, my old 89 Patrol has suddenly decided it can do 190kph sitting stationary in the driveway, "Yep" the flaming speedo has gone "Kaput" I have been told that it is a common problem with the Patrols, but no one seems to be able to say what to look for, or...	kiwijims	21	5362	10:18 PM Jan 19, 2015 by hako
	settings on battery charger (Preview) information please on settings on van battery charger pulse model OC SW121160 either 2/8/16 amps 3 settings calcium / sealed wet / gel / 3 settings battery is a LION 120 AH wet filled with acid thanks RAY	TAJ	2	1020	12:55 PM Jan 19, 2015 by TAJ
	Carrying spare fuel over the Nullabor ( 1 2 ) (Preview) We are planning a trip to Perth next year and are wondering is it advisable to carry spare diesel with you ? Perhaps one or even two jerry cans our motorhome has more than enough carrying capacity for the extra weight. we are aware of the safety aspects and are only seeking advise on the need to carry spare...	Fidele	37	4419	05:25 PM Jan 18, 2015 by The Phantom
	Electrical calculation wheel (Colyn Rivers) (Preview) Hi All Some time ago I was learning all about caravans and 12 volt systems and came across an article by Colyn Rivers. In the article he showed a calculation wheel which demonstrated what you need to multiply by what to get amps, ohms or anything else connected with power calcs. Does anyone know where I c...	Marken	3	1288	04:45 PM Jan 18, 2015 by Cruising Cruze
	alarm for canopy (Preview) I'm looking to get a alarm for my ute canopy does any of you has an idea for what to get Thanks John	Cruising Cruze	10	2455	06:17 PM Jan 17, 2015 by mr glassies
	Tow ball ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Is it necessary to grease your tow ball.	legendgj	38	5171	11:47 AM Jan 17, 2015 by The Doo crew
	ENGEL MRFT-5400-G4 comp failure (Preview) Cutting open the compressor to find out why it failed.	DeBe	8	2766	06:07 PM Jan 15, 2015 by DeBe
	UHF radio For car (Preview) we are looking at getting Uhf for the car ,do i buy a hand set, or a complete built in one , it will only be used every now and then while we are travelling. if i was to buy just a couple of hand sets what size or power would be ok I have never used any thing like this before, thanks	Cowboy7307	10	1236	01:27 PM Jan 15, 2015 by msg
	Testing House Batteries (Preview) I have 3 x 120ah Batteries probably 12 - 18 mths old , how do I test them too make sure they are all working evenly and that 1 isn't labouring. Just recently purchased this Motorhome and it has the Drifter Pro Battery monitor showing me the status of the Batteries. Does this system read all 3 Batteries or on...	goldcoaster	8	1488	09:06 AM Jan 14, 2015 by Gus1949
	Solar Panel & 12v Points Installation (Preview) Looking at having Ace Auto Electrics from Cranbourne instal an additional solar panel and 12v points for our van - has anyone had any experience with this Company?	gailhayd	2	755	05:42 PM Jan 13, 2015 by george57
	Upright 12 volt fridge (Preview) I want to change to a 12 volt fridge. i'm looking at the 65 litre waeco or the 80 litre engel. They're the smallest with enclosed freezer. They would both work with my solar, battery set up. From comments on forums they both seem to have their own problems. The waeco lets the freezer temperature rise in co...	wasn_me	5	2456	03:53 PM Jan 13, 2015 by wasn_me
	Leaking Window Seal (Preview) Thw window above the sink is letting rain in, question, do I have to remove the existing seal around the window, or can I put the Sica Flex straight over it? Now be kind, this is the first time doing this, -Fran	frangipani	11	1348	08:13 PM Jan 12, 2015 by frangipani
	I love this site (Preview) I drive Rod mad as this is my favourite site. I am always going come and have a look at this or that.As a female I have enjoyed the tech questions,answers. Although I dont post anything I love to read the comments.	gollymolly	8	1619	07:43 PM Jan 12, 2015 by Blues Man
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