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Electric brakes after a brake and drum service
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So I had my brakes and bearing service on a dual axle Jayco. Bearings were replaced. Whenever I hitch up I check the electric brakes. However, after the service I didn't, it was now rush hour and I had to get through the Melbourne suburbs fun times, I just forgot. It didn't take long to notice that braki...
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MaryJane
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For those with an Avan
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I came across this site with some good ideas. http://theoleguy.blogspot.com.au/
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Maggie and Alex
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A'van Aliner roof seals
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Hi mates Is here someone who can tell me how thick the foam roof seals of an A'van Aliner are ? If they have to be replaced, are there any alternatives or is it necessary to for the original spare parts ? Kind regards, Berni
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Buying Micosoft software from Ebay
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Has anyone purchased the full Windows 7 software with key or similar from Ebay?
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barina
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Generator Rating(s)
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Soon I expect I will buy a generator, and given that I really do not expect to use I am planning to buy a cheapy, ex ebay. Recently looked at the new 2 stroke Baumer-AG being sold by AGR, 2KVa, 8.5kg wow that sounds good, but it is rated at 6,500 rpm, I suspect I would get lynched if i tried to use that. Then I loo...
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Plendo
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installing 2400w inverter
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I have two 95a/h batteries that supply my 12v van system. Can i (using appropriate size cabling) run cables direct from my house batteries to the inverter which is fitted with 2 three pin outlets and an on/off switch. There would be no connection to the house circuits, other than to say i would use the sa...
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Friar Park
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Air conditioner help.
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Recently bought a 1996 Toyota Spacia wagon and when I turn the air con. on low, the motor does not like it, and when I turn the air con. on high, the van stops altogether. Starts again fortunately, after I wait a short while. My concern is does the electrical wiring need attention or is there some other r...
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June
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Installing a window
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Hi all, Originally we were going to get bonded or clamp ring windows installed into our van but after days of looking and ringing suppliers we have found out that they do not make them for our model Ducato. Now we are considering putting in M/H windows ( for want of a better name ), the ? I have is do these hav...
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Woolly
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GPS
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I am looking for a gps that can show a very large speed display. Any clues please? Aussie Paul. -- Edited by aussie_paul on Wednesday 12th of March 2014 12:55:08 AM
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Sat finder info for SF3239
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http://www.satgear.com.au/catalog/index.php?main_page=page&id=9&zenid=1bdaae1ea91020a66622650d93f7b31f
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cost of satellite tv set-up
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I am happy enough with free tv but i would like to watch irrespective of where i'm situated. Whats the cheapest way for me to get sat tv do you think? Friar Park
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Towing Vehicle Options/Opinions
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Howdy, Im looking at buying a new vehicle to tow my poptop van (17ft, 960kg empty, mechanical brakes) and was hoping on any feedback , pros & cons on the following vehicle based on towing, comfort and fuel economy. Looking at 4x4 and diesel engine/auto Mazda BT50 Ford Ranger Nissan Navara Toyota...
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BJAM
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Inverters
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Hello, has anyone any ideas on what is the best (or good for price) 1000 watt pure sine wave inverter please? There are so many that look like they have the same specs - its very confusing for the novice. We are about to embark on our first trip in our 24ft van. We will want to use it run a 21 inch TV, various...
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Col T
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Any ideas about load levellers
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We have a Ford Ranger XLT. The ford salesman said that Ford didn't recommend levellers as it would interfere with the ESC. Has anyone had any experience with load levellers and ESC? -- Edited by simonp on Thursday 6th of March 2014 03:23:53 PM
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How to wire fairlane to run a thumper in the boot.
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I would like to install wiring to run a thumper in the boot of my fairlane. I guess I need heavy wiring and that it needs to come directly from the battery under the bonnet. Is there a wiring diagram or can someone guide me through this. You have been so helpful with all my other queries. Cheers Mim
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pastaqueen
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My Fridge is Fixed
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Apparently it was never broken. Took it to Arctic Cold in Hervey Bay today. Spent sometime checking it over, seems it was working ok. So he checked the wiring from fridge through to fuse box. It was loose at the fuse box end and couldn't be tightened, thread must have been worn. Causing the power into the...
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Happywanderer
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Bolts Suburb North of Perth (Balcatta) WA - All types General and Automotive
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http://thegreynomads.activeboard.com/t56987043/matching-bolts-automotive-and-general-west-coast-fasten...
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Vic41
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Towing with fairlane au11
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I posted last year re doing this and have followed the advice given . i.e heavy duty trans cooler. heavy duty coil springs and gas strut shockers. It raised the car a few inches but when I hitched my van to it today it is way too low. Been to weighbridge weight was just over and I can get rid of some paylo...
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pastaqueen
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Light Switch 240v
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Having just purchased a van, I find that the 240v light does not work. I checked the light out with a couple of light bulbs that are OK and it would not come on. I suspect the switch. This is where the problem is. The switch is a push button switch similar to what you get on some older bed/desk lamps. It is a dou...
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Dometic 3 way fridge
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Hopefully not a silly question.....b-u-t.......I have a Dometic 3 way electronic ignition fridge, Model RM4401, which runs very well on 240V, holds temp on-the-go with 12V but refuses to light on gas Have proved gas in the system by using the stove AND followed the instructions re starting the fri...
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Big Gregg
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