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A good satellite receiver unit ?
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What is a good receiver for motorhome . I have on the roof Oyster dish .. Want TV with option of Optus / Fox .. EBay boxes ok ? Seems the one originally supplied was taken out? RV supplies in Penrith who I bought RV off is not interested It was taken out before we bought it..
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Tyre Pressure
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We are about to do a few hundred ks on rough road to Lawn Hill Qld. just in the old pajero we normally run at 35 and all I have read about rocky roads/tracks say we should drop down to about 25.. Any ideas out there in Greyland, greatly appreciated Bru
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gas bottle change over tap
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the change over tap on my van is getting very stiff to turn and i can sense a replacement becoming necessary i have noticed that the two hoses ( flexible braded style ) and the thread that connects the tap to the regulator shows no sign of gas tape is this normal and if so what is the sealing method used in a...
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2weis
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Recall Thetford Triplex Plus Oven/Grill Cooking Appliance
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http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1061725
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oldtrack123
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Matilda Crystal 3
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Have a knocking sound from under the floor of my Matilda when I first move off, appears to eminate from the rear of the shower/toilet recess. Have checked everything imaginable and can find nothing loose or broken with the suspension or any other under floor components. My current plan is to wait till...
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alwon
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Outside Light Switches ????
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Just a question to the learned sparkies on this section. My aged neighbours have some outside garden lighting which they think is off 240V, not 12V. The previous owner fitted or had fitted three light switches mounted on a plastic oblong switch box on an outside wall directly under an eaves overhan...
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12 Volt TV with built in VAST receiver
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http://www.12volttechnology.com.au/led-tv-s/1026-22-inch-led-tv-with-built-in-vast-uec.html
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isuzuswag
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Best tyres for Motor home?
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Hi Looking at replacing the tyres on my 2008 Iveco 6.5 ton MH and looking for recommendations. I am concerned that as they are approaching their 7th year they may be getting a little past their use by date. (they look pretty good and have only done 12k but the age worries me) any advice appreciated. Mike ...
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Bus Engine Conversion - Any Regulations in Queensland?
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Hi to any large motorhome/bus owners who have built or changed the engine. We are looking to repower the rollingstone with a higher powered motor as we have a 160hp 6 cyl diesel which is very slow on the hills. we are looking at a Cummins engine and want to know if there are any regulations regarding cha...
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TV
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To all the guys that understand a bit of electronics We got a 32 " Aldi TV that uses 139KW a year when you use it 10 hrs a day Is it right to say that it uses around 40 watt a hr ?? Thanks John
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Cruising Cruze
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Has anyone taken out a standard club lounge?
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And replaced it with a tri fold table and recliners? i ask, as I'm seeking max floor space (dogs). I've looked at more caravans than I can poke a stick at over 12 months. One contender is Jayco. Yes, I know the thoughts of some, but my current Jayco has served me well overall. being Jayco, they wont budge o...
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MaryJane
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Aqua roll
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I am interested in buying an aqua roll. Does anyone know if/where to buy in Australia. Van water storage is a big additional weight to drag around when free or low cost camping. Many vans can carry up to half a tonne of water which is weight I would prefer not to carry other than need the water. I usually car...
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Moonraker
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lubrication of your winegard antenna
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We have been in the van now for over three years, and decided (finally) that we should not put off lubricating our aerial. We got no instructions with the van on how to do this, but found this on uTube. Instructions made easy, and know we know what to do next time - and wont put it off for another three year...
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Dunmowin
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SEATBELTS- HELP!
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Hi Im just looking to get a campervan fitted out. Trouble is its a 2seater sprinter. I had hoped to put two seatbelts on the side facing lounge- making it carry 4 legally (professionally done of course). Does anyone have these??? Or how about installing 2 more seats (like a diner- with seatbelts). Has...
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didi
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Diesel donk flushing oil etc usage.
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We are having a look at Cost Effective Maintenances web site as we have only ever just replaced the engine oil and have never tried a flushing oil concentrate. We do get the car serviced for the major distance work, but just do the smaller 5000k, 10000k work ourselves. Has anyone any experience or knowl...
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Mobi Condo
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Weber Baby Q
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Received a new BBQ for Christmas to use in the motorhome and now the problem is to accommodate it. I was thinking of a gas bayonet to run from the twin gas bottles already on board and my question is where to locate it. I was thinking of putting the bayonet in the front locker under the gas cooker instead o...
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Gwian
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AS3001 generator and Inverter
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I have removed the content of this post as it way too dangerous for non electricians. If you want any work done on your van... get a qualified A grade electrician to do it! Safe travels -- Edited by Phil C on Thursday 24th of July 2014 01:33:07 PM -- Edited by Phil C on Thursday 24th of July 2014 01:33:42 PM
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Nova Caravans
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Hi All We have just looked at a Nova Vita 20' van can anyone please comment on them the after sales service etc. Look forward in hearing from you. Cheers Chris
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madcart
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Connecting battery's - SnowT
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This is a question for the electrical wizards out there...........SnowT? This is the way my current set up is, could you tell me if there is a better way to hook it all up together, I think I got the inverter/converter names correct. The switch is a HD red key type that was in the van already, the starter ba...
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TUG UPDATE
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As you would know I looked at the Holden Colorado twin cab ute last week and was very very impressed. Thankyou to all that commented here on the open forum, by PM and a few phone calls as well. Early this week I test drove the Mazda BT50 twin cab ute and was very disappointed, seemed a bit sluggish and felt l...
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Dougwe
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