Techies' Corner

Bryan · Bryan

I have a Smev cooktop and stove combo in my van. The flick mixer tap has started leaking and in my opinion needs replacing. The question is can I replace it with one purchased from Bunnings provided its the same diameter hole or do I have to go via a caravan parts supplier.

Dhutime · Dhutime

Im hoping to fix a stainless D grip to the screen door above the plastic internal handle . Reason is that we have had the existing handle break and thought that using something else to close the door would prevent further breakages . I do realise that the aluminium door frame is not very thick and that th...

Warren-Pat_01 · Warren-Pat_01

Hello everyone, We'on the road again - heading south (wife would like the move to be permanent after North Qld's yucky humidity of recent weeks - lol). Arrived at St George from Capella today, only to find the fridge had not been on from some time today. I fitted one of those RV Electonics' Fridge Stitch...

Plain Truth · Plain Truth

The wife has a bad back,so to help getting into the van I put some plastic handles to grab onto.

Rabs · Rabs

Hi all I have a 2020 Jayco journey outback 16 foot. I have just purchased it second hand. The current gas struts designated 315 050 were not holding up the front window cover. I purchased from the gas strut guys two struts with the same specs and after installing them found that they would not hold up the f...

Graz · Graz

Has anybody had any dealings with a business called Lithium Batteries Australia, I am looking at buying a portable solar panel but can't find any reviews on this company??????? https://lithiumbattery.net.au Cheers Graz

Redjo · Redjo

Can someone please help us by supplying the method(diagram) for restringing our Ranger RSL 700-500 concertina blinds; our string has broken and do not know the details for restringing it; we have scoured the internet and have come up short of finding the necessary detailsAny help you can give would...

aastek · aastek

When travelling in a caravan from state to state, do you need to re-register your new location?

Cassie63 · Cassie63

Im having a rear camera installed tomorrow on my troopie. The tech wants to mount it off centre on the left door however Im thinking down low were the four bolt holes are above the hitch. Another location is up high on the rear light above the doors looking down. Only want it for hitching up. Any body with...

Brodie Allen · Brodie Allen

There must be many GN thinking of changing to lithium instead of new AGM batteries when the current crop blow out. Who has made the change in a Jayco with the Setec charger/console ? Are "drop-ins" a viable proposition long term Or did you have to change everything? Bloody confusing 'specially now t...

harrydiculous · harrydiculous

Hi I wonder if anyone can help me with the name of this laminate? (Attached file) And, of course, where I might source it. The corners of the ceiling are water damaged and I want to patch it. I've waterproofed the roof with EternaBond from Amazon and I'm satisfied that the leaks have been stopped. (W...

No Postcode · No Postcode

Hi, I have a 2010 Iveco 50C17 and when starting up a "Service:" light comes on (not every time, but most) on the dash with EBD, ABS and ESP at different times. It goes off within 5 seconds and doesn't come back on. It has no effect on the vehicle handling or braking capabilities and when I took it into the Ive...

Inverter · Inverter

Hi, when I power on my charger letters, ( r0.9) comes up first then ( OLC) then the power on light starts flashing and alarm sounds the battery is sitting on 12.3volts, It has a temperature sensor on the negative pole but the battery is cool, any idea's?

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

I have a Jayco Starcraft Van and lighting in van and outside van are TURNED ON & OFF by multi button switch and hidden in cupboard is SPHERE 6 BUTTON CONTROL PANEL i presume is master unit . Lights are not working , hence i believe requires a new master unit that i can buy off spares parts place in Canber...

Phil P · Phil P

Hi all, I've just purchased a 2nd hand Heyman Reese WDH System (Classic - Medium) and it included the adjustable shank (215mm drop). It sits quite low on my Triton and the bottom of the shank scrapes my driveway when going up/down. If I flip it upside down I can get the tow ball height within a few centime...

gold dandelion · gold dandelion

https://rac.com.au/car-motoring/info/best-towing-vehicles?utm_source=social&utm_medium=Facebook&utm_campaign=CONT_towingvehicles_jan2023&utm_id=CONT_towingvehicles_jan202

Graz · Graz

On my 2012 Windsor Rapid RAC442s in the front outside storage box there is a wired Anderson plug going into a wall panel marked SOLAR. I have no idea what this Anderson plug connection is for, because no power charges the batteries if I connect a solar panel to this and checking my battery voltage meter...

BARME1 · BARME1

We have a bt 50 with the 3.2 diesel 6 speed auto just clocked 180.00 heading back out on the road in august just wondering wether to get a diesel chip or dyno tune and remapp any suggestion towing 2020 new age gegko ute does have afew extras

Craig1 · Craig1

I had the toilet cassette out today and then could see light coming through on the outside edge of toilet seat support curve. Looks like "someone",(factory person) has applied silicone over the mastic to cover original poor application from 2014. Once I remove the offending goop, what is the best pr...

Supercattonk · Supercattonk

Hi, have coromal 2008 fitted with Megavox radio which is past use by date. Would appreciate any help with suitable replacement as Megavox not serviced in Oz. Need good quality replacement that will fit existing aperture. Thanks.

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	Flick mixer tap (Preview) I have a Smev cooktop and stove combo in my van. The flick mixer tap has started leaking and in my opinion needs replacing. The question is can I replace it with one purchased from Bunnings provided its the same diameter hole or do I have to go via a caravan parts supplier.	Bryan	15	2986	10:24 AM Mar 18, 2023 by RickJ
	Extra screen door handle. (Preview) Im hoping to fix a stainless D grip to the screen door above the plastic internal handle . Reason is that we have had the existing handle break and thought that using something else to close the door would prevent further breakages . I do realise that the aluminium door frame is not very thick and that th...	Dhutime	7	1465	05:24 PM Mar 17, 2023 by Dhutime
	Fridge Switch -12v motion switch (Preview) Hello everyone, We'on the road again - heading south (wife would like the move to be permanent after North Qld's yucky humidity of recent weeks - lol). Arrived at St George from Capella today, only to find the fridge had not been on from some time today. I fitted one of those RV Electonics' Fridge Stitch...	Warren-Pat_01	9	1636	09:47 PM Mar 16, 2023 by Warren-Pat_01
	Helper handles for getting into van (Preview) The wife has a bad back,so to help getting into the van I put some plastic handles to grab onto.	Plain Truth	4	1554	11:14 PM Mar 14, 2023 by watsea
	Gas struts and Front window cover (Preview) Hi all I have a 2020 Jayco journey outback 16 foot. I have just purchased it second hand. The current gas struts designated 315 050 were not holding up the front window cover. I purchased from the gas strut guys two struts with the same specs and after installing them found that they would not hold up the f...	Rabs	11	2789	10:56 PM Mar 14, 2023 by Long Weekend
	Lithium Batteries Australia Company Recommendation (Preview) Has anybody had any dealings with a business called Lithium Batteries Australia, I am looking at buying a portable solar panel but can't find any reviews on this company??????? https://lithiumbattery.net.au Cheers Graz	Graz	5	2296	02:55 PM Mar 12, 2023 by Graz
	Restringing Ranger Concertina day/night blinds (Preview) Can someone please help us by supplying the method(diagram) for restringing our Ranger RSL 700-500 concertina blinds; our string has broken and do not know the details for restringing it; we have scoured the internet and have come up short of finding the necessary detailsAny help you can give would...	Redjo	3	1520	03:53 PM Mar 11, 2023 by WindyHill
	Satellite usage (Preview) When travelling in a caravan from state to state, do you need to re-register your new location?	aastek	8	3228	07:39 PM Mar 8, 2023 by Tony Bev
	Reverse camera (Preview) Im having a rear camera installed tomorrow on my troopie. The tech wants to mount it off centre on the left door however Im thinking down low were the four bolt holes are above the hitch. Another location is up high on the rear light above the doors looking down. Only want it for hitching up. Any body with...	Cassie63	4	1442	05:11 PM Mar 8, 2023 by bruceg
	Changing to Lithium ( 1 2 ) (Preview) There must be many GN thinking of changing to lithium instead of new AGM batteries when the current crop blow out. Who has made the change in a Jayco with the Setec charger/console ? Are "drop-ins" a viable proposition long term Or did you have to change everything? Bloody confusing 'specially now t...	Brodie Allen	36	8469	07:39 PM Mar 5, 2023 by The Belmont Bear
	Laminate for Millard Weekender 2003 (Preview) Hi I wonder if anyone can help me with the name of this laminate? (Attached file) And, of course, where I might source it. The corners of the ceiling are water damaged and I want to patch it. I've waterproofed the roof with EternaBond from Amazon and I'm satisfied that the leaks have been stopped. (W...	harrydiculous	3	1115	10:43 AM Mar 5, 2023 by harrydiculous
	Iveco 50C17 dash warning "Service" message. (Preview) Hi, I have a 2010 Iveco 50C17 and when starting up a "Service:" light comes on (not every time, but most) on the dash with EBD, ABS and ESP at different times. It goes off within 5 seconds and doesn't come back on. It has no effect on the vehicle handling or braking capabilities and when I took it into the Ive...	No Postcode	3	4441	07:08 AM Mar 3, 2023 by RickJ
	Projecta 12v 25amp 7- stage (Preview) Hi, when I power on my charger letters, ( r0.9) comes up first then ( OLC) then the power on light starts flashing and alarm sounds the battery is sitting on 12.3volts, It has a temperature sensor on the negative pole but the battery is cool, any idea's?	Inverter	5	3151	05:56 PM Mar 2, 2023 by Bill B
	SPHERE REMOTE LIGHTS (Preview) I have a Jayco Starcraft Van and lighting in van and outside van are TURNED ON & OFF by multi button switch and hidden in cupboard is SPHERE 6 BUTTON CONTROL PANEL i presume is master unit . Lights are not working , hence i believe requires a new master unit that i can buy off spares parts place in Canber...	jeepnudger	7	3216	07:03 PM Feb 27, 2023 by BaldEd
	Flipping the Heyman Reese Adjustable Shank ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi all, I've just purchased a 2nd hand Heyman Reese WDH System (Classic - Medium) and it included the adjustable shank (215mm drop). It sits quite low on my Triton and the bottom of the shank scrapes my driveway when going up/down. If I flip it upside down I can get the tow ball height within a few centime...	Phil P	30	6295	04:53 PM Feb 26, 2023 by RickJ
	it's been a bit quiet on here. (Preview) https://rac.com.au/car-motoring/info/best-towing-vehicles?utm_source=social&utm_medium=Facebook&utm_campaign=CONT_towingvehicles_jan2023&utm_id=CONT_towingvehicles_jan202	gold dandelion	7	1613	01:32 PM Feb 26, 2023 by Craig1
	Windsor Rapid 2012 Wiring Mystery (Preview) On my 2012 Windsor Rapid RAC442s in the front outside storage box there is a wired Anderson plug going into a wall panel marked SOLAR. I have no idea what this Anderson plug connection is for, because no power charges the batteries if I connect a solar panel to this and checking my battery voltage meter...	Graz	8	1850	10:59 PM Feb 23, 2023 by TimTim
	Mazda Bt 50 (Preview) We have a bt 50 with the 3.2 diesel 6 speed auto just clocked 180.00 heading back out on the road in august just wondering wether to get a diesel chip or dyno tune and remapp any suggestion towing 2020 new age gegko ute does have afew extras	BARME1	14	12736	09:52 PM Feb 21, 2023 by BARME1
	Re Seal Thetford Ensuite (Preview) I had the toilet cassette out today and then could see light coming through on the outside edge of toilet seat support curve. Looks like "someone",(factory person) has applied silicone over the mastic to cover original poor application from 2014. Once I remove the offending goop, what is the best pr...	Craig1	6	1479	05:50 PM Feb 17, 2023 by Bobdown
	Caravan radios (Preview) Hi, have coromal 2008 fitted with Megavox radio which is past use by date. Would appreciate any help with suitable replacement as Megavox not serviced in Oz. Need good quality replacement that will fit existing aperture. Thanks.	Supercattonk	10	3690	11:32 AM Feb 14, 2023 by 86GTS
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