Techies' Corner

Bin95 · Bin95

We have just bought a Ranger Panorama 19ft and plan to tow it with our Kia Sorrento 3.8 petrol 4WD and wonder if anyone else has towed with this model and what to expect from fuel consumption any help would be appreciated

Threadbare Bunny · Threadbare Bunny

Hi all.... I have a 2012 Grant Tourer van, fitted with an internal overload circuit. The only identifying writing on it is " Regis..JVL5... 240V..RCBO... N5257." If I am on 240 power supply, and switch on the reverse cycle heater ( IBIS Aircommand ) the overload throws out in about 30 seco...

obi · obi

I have a 100 watt modified sine wave inverter. would that be big enough to run a double bed duel control electric blanket off a 110 amp deep cycle battery with a 120 watt solar panel on the roof of my van?. I have also been looking at a 300 watt pure sine wave inverter from super cheap for $149.00 but I seem to r...

anita · anita

Hi all we are looking at buying a new caravan , we have come down two ...Nova....or....Concept ,would like to hear from anyone who has either of these vans ........good bad or other wise any tips about the vans .....we are hoping to take of in early 2015 for a few months ...... I like the Nova .... hubb...

sarg · sarg

Can anyone out there tell me what temp. range my wheel bearings should run at? I have a small pop top with a few changes. It is a single axle with 15" wheels and light truck tyres. Fully loaded it would be about a tonne, (I think) but have not weighed it fully loaded yet. As some of you might rememb...

Bas + Eve · Bas + Eve

Q: Is there any advantage in adding solar panels to an existing system? ie insitu: 3x120ah batteries 2x80kw solar panels and a 2000kw inverter (3.6kw Onan genny with charger for back up). Have room on the roof for a 200kw solar panel. The current system is handling my demand ok, any advantage in insta...

Vanderee · Vanderee

True or false?? It has me beat ! A hot aluminium radiator retains a static voltage when hot. Even with ignition off. Test for yourself. Mine did on a Toyota REV 4. I replaced the radiator,the core just fell out into pieces like " brittle" it's about eight years old. The right Toyota long life c...

Nomad1946 · Nomad1946

[spoiler] Wife and I are debating what we should be able to see on our "Tow Mirrors" when we are hitched to our van. She feels she needs to see the cars behind .... If so, how far back behind the 'van should we be able to see a following vehicle ... In single file .... ass...

Baz421 · Baz421

Hi all we have a 12 volt ONLY (no gas) 2 door Vitrifigo DP150 fridge in the van, 7 years old, has always runs in relatively short bursts, ie cycles on for say 3-5 mins and stops. Has worked well, but last year in QLD it seemed to be cycling more (I say more as we have been in 42 deg days and 30 deg days with high hu...

Vanderee · Vanderee

True or false?? It has me beat ! A hot aluminium radiator retains a static voltage when hot. Even with ignition off. Test for yourself. Mine did on a Toyota REV 4. I replaced the radiator,the core just fell out into pieces like " brittle" it's about eight years old. The right Toyota long life c...

Cupie · Cupie

I realize that this is a controversial subject & I watched with interest a TV session on 4WD Pro Tips last night. A representative from 360 Gearbox & Diffs (I think that was their business name) stated quite emphatically that you should not tow in 5th gear & went on to describe why. She als...

Phil C · Phil C

Im at a loss to discover the better canopy for my XL ranger. I have 2 grand to spend so budget is important. If anyone can suggest a provider or recommend a canopy for around that price, I would be most grateful. Thanks and happy travels.

Vanderee · Vanderee

Tires have a life span, but how do you know when it's time to replace.? Tear (horizontal) in the side wall of a Michelin 19.5 inch on motor home, plenty of tread looks like new, but 10 years old. The tires look ok besides a few fine hair cracks on the walls. I replaced the front tires with new ones, the tire ex...

Deetric · Deetric

I have been search this and other forums to see if the fuel economy of one is how much better than the other. I realize there is a lot of variables but need to get some ideas. please help my troubled mind.

Moonraker · Moonraker

I have just purchased a 120 amp folding solar panel kit with regulator. I have found that the voltage from it is intermittent between and about 18 volts. I put a 12 volt light across the alligator clips and the light flashes on and off about twice a second. This is in sunlight of course. Can anyone advise...

Vic41 · Vic41

I have read a bit on the web about the difference between these two and opinions seem to be divided as to which is best. Just wondered what the GN members (especially the "Spanners") think about the two mentioned. Daughter is looking at buying a car at the moment....Thanks.

russhenn · russhenn

Hi all; Our 320lt alloy water tank has cracked and split for the last time, I'm getting sick of paying good money to have it spot wielded, then filling it up to find another leak. the tank measures 200cm long, 40cm wide, 40cm high and fits into the boot of our motorhome bus. So I've been looking at getting a...

TA · TA

Hi to all was wondering what if any guages i should install on my 3 ltr turbo diesel to help keep a eye on thing as we travel many thanks Tony

johnq · johnq

Not the tow vehicle, but an auto BMW E46 325i. Onto a quality in-dash combination GPS, camera, dvd, radio unit from o'seas. It is made for the vehicle and will replace the present radio/dvd. Questions for the knowledgeable techies: - what cameras for rear view and maybe front (doubtful if needed); -...

chaslib · chaslib

Have copies across my post from general forum ... Hope some of you tech gurus can assist .... Can someone please help with clarification of weight. We are looking at a Talvor Hayman and it appears not much allowance for our personal stuff, water, fuel etc. we both have standard licenses ... I was told up...

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	Towing with a Kia Sorrento petrol 3.8 litre 4WD (Preview) We have just bought a Ranger Panorama 19ft and plan to tow it with our Kia Sorrento 3.8 petrol 4WD and wonder if anyone else has towed with this model and what to expect from fuel consumption any help would be appreciated	Bin95	14	3355	07:32 PM Jun 26, 2014 by Bin95
	Electrical Overload Unit.. (Preview) Hi all.... I have a 2012 Grant Tourer van, fitted with an internal overload circuit. The only identifying writing on it is " Regis..JVL5... 240V..RCBO... N5257." If I am on 240 power supply, and switch on the reverse cycle heater ( IBIS Aircommand ) the overload throws out in about 30 seco...	Threadbare Bunny	11	1696	02:23 PM Jun 26, 2014 by oldtrack123
	electric blanket (Preview) I have a 100 watt modified sine wave inverter. would that be big enough to run a double bed duel control electric blanket off a 110 amp deep cycle battery with a 120 watt solar panel on the roof of my van?. I have also been looking at a 300 watt pure sine wave inverter from super cheap for $149.00 but I seem to r...	obi	4	1708	11:49 PM Jun 25, 2014 by Murraman
	new van (Preview) Hi all we are looking at buying a new caravan , we have come down two ...Nova....or....Concept ,would like to hear from anyone who has either of these vans ........good bad or other wise any tips about the vans .....we are hoping to take of in early 2015 for a few months ...... I like the Nova .... hubb...	anita	7	1003	08:56 PM Jun 25, 2014 by anita
	Wheel Bearing Temperature (Preview) Can anyone out there tell me what temp. range my wheel bearings should run at? I have a small pop top with a few changes. It is a single axle with 15" wheels and light truck tyres. Fully loaded it would be about a tonne, (I think) but have not weighed it fully loaded yet. As some of you might rememb...	sarg	24	8350	07:29 AM Jun 25, 2014 by sarg
	Adding another solar panel (Preview) Q: Is there any advantage in adding solar panels to an existing system? ie insitu: 3x120ah batteries 2x80kw solar panels and a 2000kw inverter (3.6kw Onan genny with charger for back up). Have room on the roof for a 200kw solar panel. The current system is handling my demand ok, any advantage in insta...	Bas + Eve	7	1566	07:28 AM Jun 25, 2014 by Big Gorilla
	aluminium radiators / static electrolysis (Preview) True or false?? It has me beat ! A hot aluminium radiator retains a static voltage when hot. Even with ignition off. Test for yourself. Mine did on a Toyota REV 4. I replaced the radiator,the core just fell out into pieces like " brittle" it's about eight years old. The right Toyota long life c...	Vanderee	10	3632	11:27 PM Jun 23, 2014 by Aus-Kiwi
	Towing Mirrors ... ?? Focusing?? (Preview) [spoiler] Wife and I are debating what we should be able to see on our "Tow Mirrors" when we are hitched to our van. She feels she needs to see the cars behind .... If so, how far back behind the 'van should we be able to see a following vehicle ... In single file .... ass...	Nomad1946	14	1394	06:09 PM Jun 23, 2014 by Phil C
	PROBLEM WITH 12V VITRIFIGO FRIDGE - ANY ADVICE (Preview) Hi all we have a 12 volt ONLY (no gas) 2 door Vitrifigo DP150 fridge in the van, 7 years old, has always runs in relatively short bursts, ie cycles on for say 3-5 mins and stops. Has worked well, but last year in QLD it seemed to be cycling more (I say more as we have been in 42 deg days and 30 deg days with high hu...	Baz421	14	1853	09:52 AM Jun 23, 2014 by Cruising Cruze
	aluminium radiators / static electrolysis (Preview) True or false?? It has me beat ! A hot aluminium radiator retains a static voltage when hot. Even with ignition off. Test for yourself. Mine did on a Toyota REV 4. I replaced the radiator,the core just fell out into pieces like " brittle" it's about eight years old. The right Toyota long life c...	Vanderee	2	917	10:26 PM Jun 22, 2014 by Wombat 280
	Towing in 5th gear (Preview) I realize that this is a controversial subject & I watched with interest a TV session on 4WD Pro Tips last night. A representative from 360 Gearbox & Diffs (I think that was their business name) stated quite emphatically that you should not tow in 5th gear & went on to describe why. She als...	Cupie	19	4411	12:51 AM Jun 22, 2014 by Aus-Kiwi
	PX Ford Ranger XL dual cab canopy.. (Preview) Im at a loss to discover the better canopy for my XL ranger. I have 2 grand to spend so budget is important. If anyone can suggest a provider or recommend a canopy for around that price, I would be most grateful. Thanks and happy travels.	Phil C	6	2019	12:01 PM Jun 21, 2014 by Phil C
	TIRES compound breaking down? (Preview) Tires have a life span, but how do you know when it's time to replace.? Tear (horizontal) in the side wall of a Michelin 19.5 inch on motor home, plenty of tread looks like new, but 10 years old. The tires look ok besides a few fine hair cracks on the walls. I replaced the front tires with new ones, the tire ex...	Vanderee	10	1337	07:49 PM Jun 20, 2014 by Legendts
	4.2 litre diesel or v8 to tow 3500Kg 20ft van (Preview) I have been search this and other forums to see if the fuel economy of one is how much better than the other. I realize there is a lot of variables but need to get some ideas. please help my troubled mind.	Deetric	25	6088	06:53 AM Jun 20, 2014 by The Hats
	Portable solar panel kit intermittent (Preview) I have just purchased a 120 amp folding solar panel kit with regulator. I have found that the voltage from it is intermittent between and about 18 volts. I put a 12 volt light across the alligator clips and the light flashes on and off about twice a second. This is in sunlight of course. Can anyone advise...	Moonraker	11	1327	12:20 AM Jun 20, 2014 by Moonraker
	Vehicle Automatic vs Constant Variable Transmission.... (Preview) I have read a bit on the web about the difference between these two and opinions seem to be divided as to which is best. Just wondered what the GN members (especially the "Spanners") think about the two mentioned. Daughter is looking at buying a car at the moment....Thanks.	Vic41	14	1087	09:48 PM Jun 19, 2014 by Vic41
	Water Tank Bladder Water Tank Bladder (Preview) Hi all; Our 320lt alloy water tank has cracked and split for the last time, I'm getting sick of paying good money to have it spot wielded, then filling it up to find another leak. the tank measures 200cm long, 40cm wide, 40cm high and fits into the boot of our motorhome bus. So I've been looking at getting a...	russhenn	9	3038	08:08 PM Jun 19, 2014 by russhenn
	Guages (Preview) Hi to all was wondering what if any guages i should install on my 3 ltr turbo diesel to help keep a eye on thing as we travel many thanks Tony	TA	2	689	07:50 PM Jun 19, 2014 by PeterD
	What estimate to instal an in-dash combination GPS, camera dvd. (Preview) Not the tow vehicle, but an auto BMW E46 325i. Onto a quality in-dash combination GPS, camera, dvd, radio unit from o'seas. It is made for the vehicle and will replace the present radio/dvd. Questions for the knowledgeable techies: - what cameras for rear view and maybe front (doubtful if needed); -...	johnq	10	950	12:13 PM Jun 19, 2014 by johnq
	Motorhome GVM clarification .... (Preview) Have copies across my post from general forum ... Hope some of you tech gurus can assist .... Can someone please help with clarification of weight. We are looking at a Talvor Hayman and it appears not much allowance for our personal stuff, water, fuel etc. we both have standard licenses ... I was told up...	chaslib	11	4868	08:35 PM Jun 17, 2014 by Bas + Eve
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