Techies' Corner

Collo · Collo

When free camping and you decide to turn in for the night...should I leave the gas hot water on or turn off. I'm guessing they operate like a domestic hws with a pilot light? Thanks, Collo.

MarkandDeb · MarkandDeb

Can any one tell me where to get a 12v screw jack to replace my jockey wheel? Not to actually replace it but to take its place during initial setup. I am continually having to remove my jockey wheel and reposition it to get enough height. The other day at work I saw an electronic screwjack fitted to a van and...

revemike · revemike

i am currently researching the purchase of a new tow tug. I currently tow my Retreat with a Prado and while it is doing the job okay the ball weight exceeds the legal limit (I have tried everything to reduce it but without success). To remain safe and legal I am going to upgrade... My intention is to eventu...

Olley46 · Olley46

Would a IC 1500 Projecta battery charger be alright to charge 20AH Premium deep cycle Battery ,only 20 AH. Lance C.

moamajohn · moamajohn

Gday, I collect old odd bod tools ,a number of my old time clients have ,over the years kindly offered me various items and I have restored them and have a large wall that I proudly display them. Yesterday an old chap gave me 4 items 3 of which I was familiar with ,however this small item has me baffled.I pl...

Jonathan · Jonathan

Hi Guys .. I have this stove in my Caravan (Thetford Caprice Mk 3 Stove/Oven) .. It's now just on 11 months old. Have had continuous problems with supply of gas to 2 of the 3 burners topside (not in the oven) .. These are the 2 larger burners .. the smaller burner has always worked when required. There are ti...

meetoo · meetoo

I am adding a 12 volt system to my van which only has 12 volt on the internal 2 roof lights (with 240 lights of course) and the fridge which can run12v when the van is plugged into the car. I did some calculations on usage and so far I have now got 240 AH of AGM battery power, and 120W portable solar panels. Wit...

My Beach Shak · My Beach Shak

I bought a 160W Folding solar panel with regulator for my van. On the last trip - last day - it fell flat from a gust of wind while I was elsewhere. When put up again I noticed a RED light on the regulator, Subsequent checks since I have been home show that the regulator has shorted... The distributor I bou...

Jay-Jay · Jay-Jay

Hi Campers, just got a reversing camera installed on our Triton - not a cheap one - decent size screen etc. But we are disappointed at the vision, or maybe the distortion (?) When looking at cars coming up behind us on the screen, they seem far away but looking back, they are just a couple of car lengths aw...

Allany · Allany

I am looking for a camp type stove to run off the bayonet fitting on my van it needs to initally have its own regulator so that it will run off the van regulator when the hoses are changed i want a 2 burner stove with wind shield Allan

madcart · madcart

Hi how can I remove the grill on a 2014 ranger. I have removed the pins?? across the top plastic and the grill leans forward with the plastic still attached . Then I cannot see how it is attached at the bottom. The purpose of this is to check for obstructions / deris thanks Dizzy

tonyd · tonyd

Recently changed my favourite (old) mobile over from Telstra to Aldi, including getting a new number. I have NOT given the new number to anyone, but I have had calls on the phone from people who had the old number. How does this happen? I can't imagine Telstra passes the calls on if people call the old num...

Gundog · Gundog

Has anyone here used or is using a GPS tracker. The reason I asked is a recent news story where a bloke had his $60k boat stolen in broad daylight. That had me thinking would this be an accessory you would consider installing one in you van along with some sort of alarm system

oldtrack123 · oldtrack123

mart Australia LimitedPerformer 4 Way Power Board, Performer 4 Way Surge Power Board and Performer 6 Way Power BoardPRA number: 2014/14446 Date published: 24th November 2014Product informationProduct description4 outlet power boards (x2) 6 outlet power boardIdentifying featuresPerfo...

frangipani · frangipani

Have been contacted by a guy on an oil rig, he wants to buy a porta potti I have listed in the classifieds, my delima is, would you pay an agent to come to Melbourne Pickup a $40 item and ship it to Darwin? He wants my pay pal or bank account details so he can put the money in there????. -- Edited by Frangipa...

Gundog · Gundog

I was considering the clearview extenda mirrors, alas they are not being made for my model ( they did trail it but was not feasible ). So then I started looking at various towing mirrors, from clip-ons, door mount, mudguard mount to across the bonnet ones, the latter two are most likely the better choic...

GaryKelly · GaryKelly

G'day Nomads. Being old, buggered and lazy, and having a ute that's exposed to the elements all the time, I wondered if there's a wash and wax product on the market that does a reasonable job of keeping the paintwork clean and presentable. I'm way past all that rubbing and polishing business. Too blood...

Dunmowin · Dunmowin

Question on behalf of my "non forumite GN brother". He wants to paint the roof of his caravan with a product called Barrier Shield Ceramic Based Paint - for both waterproofing and insulation. Has anyone on our forum had first hand knowledge of this product. I have read the testimonials o...

didi · didi

Hi guys. Anyone know of one of these? Need a couple of bits doing, but dont want the most expensive

Cheers Didi

shekon · shekon

My son has bought a basically a shell of a caravan and intends on renovating it himself. I was wondering if there are places that sell new stuff for the van at reduced prices, like white goods that can be bought cheaper as scratch and dent pieces. Or places that sell things like couches etc as end of run th...

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	Gas Hot water . Leave on or not? (Preview) When free camping and you decide to turn in for the night...should I leave the gas hot water on or turn off. I'm guessing they operate like a domestic hws with a pilot light? Thanks, Collo.	Collo	17	1787	08:34 PM Nov 30, 2014 by Dunmowin
	Electric 12vDC screw jack and Masters generators. (Preview) Can any one tell me where to get a 12v screw jack to replace my jockey wheel? Not to actually replace it but to take its place during initial setup. I am continually having to remove my jockey wheel and reposition it to get enough height. The other day at work I saw an electronic screwjack fitted to a van and...	MarkandDeb	4	747	08:09 PM Nov 30, 2014 by Olley46
	Newton Metres question (Preview) i am currently researching the purchase of a new tow tug. I currently tow my Retreat with a Prado and while it is doing the job okay the ball weight exceeds the legal limit (I have tried everything to reduce it but without success). To remain safe and legal I am going to upgrade... My intention is to eventu...	revemike	7	1704	02:04 PM Nov 30, 2014 by revemike
	Battery charger (Preview) Would a IC 1500 Projecta battery charger be alright to charge 20AH Premium deep cycle Battery ,only 20 AH. Lance C.	Olley46	2	760	08:48 PM Nov 29, 2014 by Olley46
	What does one use this for ? (Preview) Gday, I collect old odd bod tools ,a number of my old time clients have ,over the years kindly offered me various items and I have restored them and have a large wall that I proudly display them. Yesterday an old chap gave me 4 items 3 of which I was familiar with ,however this small item has me baffled.I pl...	moamajohn	16	2185	06:12 PM Nov 29, 2014 by exa41
	RE: Thetford Caprice Mk 3 Stove/Oven combination .. (Preview) Hi Guys .. I have this stove in my Caravan (Thetford Caprice Mk 3 Stove/Oven) .. It's now just on 11 months old. Have had continuous problems with supply of gas to 2 of the 3 burners topside (not in the oven) .. These are the 2 larger burners .. the smaller burner has always worked when required. There are ti...	Jonathan	8	4709	07:48 AM Nov 29, 2014 by Jonathan
	12volt fitout on older van (Preview) I am adding a 12 volt system to my van which only has 12 volt on the internal 2 roof lights (with 240 lights of course) and the fridge which can run12v when the van is plugged into the car. I did some calculations on usage and so far I have now got 240 AH of AGM battery power, and 120W portable solar panels. Wit...	meetoo	2	1694	08:18 PM Nov 28, 2014 by meetoo
	SOLAR - Check your panel(s) Regulator (Preview) I bought a 160W Folding solar panel with regulator for my van. On the last trip - last day - it fell flat from a gust of wind while I was elsewhere. When put up again I noticed a RED light on the regulator, Subsequent checks since I have been home show that the regulator has shorted... The distributor I bou...	My Beach Shak	8	1571	06:24 PM Nov 28, 2014 by aussie_paul
	Reversing camera (Preview) Hi Campers, just got a reversing camera installed on our Triton - not a cheap one - decent size screen etc. But we are disappointed at the vision, or maybe the distortion (?) When looking at cars coming up behind us on the screen, they seem far away but looking back, they are just a couple of car lengths aw...	Jay-Jay	8	1337	12:17 AM Nov 28, 2014 by Bruce and Bev
	portable stove (Preview) I am looking for a camp type stove to run off the bayonet fitting on my van it needs to initally have its own regulator so that it will run off the van regulator when the hoses are changed i want a 2 burner stove with wind shield Allan	Allany	11	2729	10:47 PM Nov 27, 2014 by D and D
	Ranger grill removal (Preview) Hi how can I remove the grill on a 2014 ranger. I have removed the pins?? across the top plastic and the grill leans forward with the plastic still attached . Then I cannot see how it is attached at the bottom. The purpose of this is to check for obstructions / deris thanks Dizzy	madcart	2	1005	10:34 AM Nov 27, 2014 by madcart
	Mobile phone numbers (Preview) Recently changed my favourite (old) mobile over from Telstra to Aldi, including getting a new number. I have NOT given the new number to anyone, but I have had calls on the phone from people who had the old number. How does this happen? I can't imagine Telstra passes the calls on if people call the old num...	tonyd	5	993	08:45 PM Nov 26, 2014 by exa41
	GPS Trackers (Preview) Has anyone here used or is using a GPS tracker. The reason I asked is a recent news story where a bloke had his $60k boat stolen in broad daylight. That had me thinking would this be an accessory you would consider installing one in you van along with some sort of alarm system	Gundog	1	733	06:51 AM Nov 26, 2014 by dorian
	RECALL Kmart power bords (Preview) mart Australia LimitedPerformer 4 Way Power Board, Performer 4 Way Surge Power Board and Performer 6 Way Power BoardPRA number: 2014/14446 Date published: 24th November 2014Product informationProduct description4 outlet power boards (x2) 6 outlet power boardIdentifying featuresPerfo...	oldtrack123	0	494	11:47 AM Nov 25, 2014 by oldtrack123
	I need advice please (Preview) Have been contacted by a guy on an oil rig, he wants to buy a porta potti I have listed in the classifieds, my delima is, would you pay an agent to come to Melbourne Pickup a $40 item and ship it to Darwin? He wants my pay pal or bank account details so he can put the money in there????. -- Edited by Frangipa...	frangipani	17	1868	07:05 AM Nov 25, 2014 by Jaahn
	A bit of lateral thinking may present an answer. (Preview) I was considering the clearview extenda mirrors, alas they are not being made for my model ( they did trail it but was not feasible ). So then I started looking at various towing mirrors, from clip-ons, door mount, mudguard mount to across the bonnet ones, the latter two are most likely the better choic...	Gundog	17	1701	12:05 AM Nov 25, 2014 by PeterD
	All in one wash and wax (Preview) G'day Nomads. Being old, buggered and lazy, and having a ute that's exposed to the elements all the time, I wondered if there's a wash and wax product on the market that does a reasonable job of keeping the paintwork clean and presentable. I'm way past all that rubbing and polishing business. Too blood...	GaryKelly	6	1792	09:44 PM Nov 24, 2014 by MarkandDeb
	Barrier Shield Ceramic Based Paint (Preview) Question on behalf of my "non forumite GN brother". He wants to paint the roof of his caravan with a product called Barrier Shield Ceramic Based Paint - for both waterproofing and insulation. Has anyone on our forum had first hand knowledge of this product. I have read the testimonials o...	Dunmowin	3	2003	09:33 PM Nov 24, 2014 by hako
	Auto Electrician for Sprinters on Mornington Peninsula???? (Preview) Hi guys. Anyone know of one of these? Need a couple of bits doing, but dont want the most expensive Cheers Didi	didi	2	607	01:45 PM Nov 24, 2014 by didi
	Scratch and Dent? (Preview) My son has bought a basically a shell of a caravan and intends on renovating it himself. I was wondering if there are places that sell new stuff for the van at reduced prices, like white goods that can be bought cheaper as scratch and dent pieces. Or places that sell things like couches etc as end of run th...	shekon	4	967	08:57 PM Nov 23, 2014 by Bruce and Bev
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