Techies' Corner

gooba53 · gooba53

Just an update for those that helped and offered assistance and advice with our recent computer issue. Hubby was able to take the hard drive to work where the IT people were able to retrieve our photos and some files. Stuart ended up purchasing a new Apple MacBook Pro. Big learning curve for us. Appl...

doublejj · doublejj

Hi I have recently installed a rear view camera with a 7" monitor in the car. I took the power for the camera from the van's side lights as I tend to tow with them on and this seemed a reasonable concept. All works very well except that whenever I apply the brakes or use the traffic indicators the scree...

Hendo · Hendo

Set off to the local elec shop (GG), checked out the display and decided on a 2557 model. Couldn't find any one to serve me so off to the next shop (HN). They were $10.00 dearer so back I went. Stood around like Brown's cows, finally service arrived. "Yes sir, we have one in stock but we can't find it. H...

MaryJane · MaryJane

Here I go again.... Another question.... Supposition. I have a tow capable of 2.5 ton. Fully loaded my caravan is 2.4ton (like to think it wouldn't be that heavy). So, if I'm now towing full height van, say 2.9m high with aircon, rather than a poptop with a lower chassis, I personally would want to cons...

yackboy · yackboy

I have a Projecta 150 dual battery set up and no instructions on how it operates....does the Vehicle alternator charge the 2nd battery in the car ? Does the Van Battery get topped up by the 2nd Vehicle Battery via the Anderson outlet if wired to the Van ? If the Van is not wired to the Anderson plug does t...

Stl · Stl

when swapping gas bottles you can get either a 9kg -8.5kg and now a 7.85kg. When I queried I was told they were all filled by weight and were all the same, I think they only fill all bottles to a max of 80% so 80%of a 9kg is in my book more than 80% of 7.85kg . My question is if they are all the same are they under f...

swaggie style · swaggie style

We are in Adelaide with our 31 ft mobile home, we are seeking new coil springs for the hydraulic lifter jacks, it seems that it is in the too hard basket, have been to hydraulics specialist , he wasn't interested, phone Darios Caravans in Adelaide, didn't want to know us after they found out the size of ou...

Stl · Stl

Hi, has anyone had a dometic fridge 2011 model 186 litre rm4601 . freezer on either gas or 240 setting on 7 will go down to minus 23 at night but soon as the sun hits side of van will rise up to zero or even warmer . fridge over night minus 9 but will get up to 17. freezer on minus 15 fridge plus 12.Thats now , fro...

Collo · Collo

Having tried to charge our batteries(7 years old) with no result.(48 hours) Took to local Jayco dealer to check.... shown the batteries and told they were about to explode,(they were very much expanded) So, how long do gel batteries last and what is correct procedure to charge batteries? cost to re...

koalaboy · koalaboy

Hi does any one on here tow with a v6 auto triton , if so what size and weight van do you tow and also what fuel economy thinks

Allan Marais · Allan Marais

We have just broken the above mentioned part and before we start repairing it, I thought I would put my problem out there. Anyone any ideas where this part can be purchaseD from. It's a nylon swivel mount at the back of the TV. It's part of a wall mounted bracket for a LCD TV. It allows you to adjust the scree...

learmo · learmo

Hi, I use a 240v to 12v transformer to run my 12v lights, water pump, toilet, winegaurd etc. My question is, is this okay or should I use a step down fro m 24v to 12v. My coach has 4 X 175 panels (24v), 2 X 12v - 210 amp AGM's and 1000W inverter. The only 240v appliances we run are TV, microwave, domestic fridge...

Woolly · Woolly

Hi all, Think I nearly have my head around what I need for a very basic install. 1. 300w of Solar panels 2. Brackets to suit ( looking at using sikaflex to mount (less holes means less chances of leaks) 3. wiring 6mm minimum from panels to controller, 8mm between batteries 4. 30amp Solar regulator 5. 2 x 10...

gazolene · gazolene

I have just purchased an 40ltr engel fridge freezer for use in my Prado but want to use it when we go bush. Will a engel battery box supply this fridge satisfactory.

GaryKelly · GaryKelly

G'day smartie pants. We have a number of clever, technically minded GNs on this forum who may think there's potential in this idea for a safe indoor gas heater. My parents had a Wunderheat fireplace at home. It was an enclosed firebox set into a regular fireplace with a chimney. The heat of the firebox s...

briche · briche

I have been asked about these panels. Just a question out there for any comments about them, good or bad. My friend is rebuilding a van and what's to use them but he is not sure if they are any good and neither am I. Your thoughts and comments would be greatly appreciated. briche

grahamg · grahamg

Thinking of buying the Isuzu Mu-x ( 7 seater ) which has the same running gear as the D-mux. Intended to do a round oz trip next year towing a small van. Anyone had any experience to the ISuzi

deverall11 · deverall11

Just saw a 2.2Kv generator at Aldi for $299.

grae and deb · grae and deb

HI NEED TO PICK YOUR BRAINS RE OUR PIPING BLUE AND RED WE ARE HAVING LATELY A LARGE AMOUNT OF LEAKS FROM THE HOSE SPLITTING OR PIN HOLING SPOKE TO JAYCO IN NOWRA TODAY HE WAS PUZZLED ,SOMETIMES WHEN IT SPLITS IT IS LIKE A STANLEY KNIFE CUT ,OTHER TIMES IT IS A SMALL PIN HOLE CAN IT BE A MALFUNCTION IN THE BUILT...

bill12 · bill12

I have a 2002 courier one ton ute and want to extend the chassis . Does anybody know the laws involved? I have designed and am seriously thinking of buildind a bigger camper on the back as the present slide on is a bit small to live in. I would appreciate your views. Thanks, Bill

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	Update on computer problem (Preview) Just an update for those that helped and offered assistance and advice with our recent computer issue. Hubby was able to take the hard drive to work where the IT people were able to retrieve our photos and some files. Stuart ended up purchasing a new Apple MacBook Pro. Big learning curve for us. Appl...	gooba53	4	794	05:19 PM May 14, 2014 by oldbobsbus
	Rear view camera flickers (Preview) Hi I have recently installed a rear view camera with a 7" monitor in the car. I took the power for the camera from the van's side lights as I tend to tow with them on and this seemed a reasonable concept. All works very well except that whenever I apply the brakes or use the traffic indicators the scree...	doublejj	4	1802	08:52 PM May 13, 2014 by doublejj
	GARMIN SAT NAV # 2 (Preview) Set off to the local elec shop (GG), checked out the display and decided on a 2557 model. Couldn't find any one to serve me so off to the next shop (HN). They were $10.00 dearer so back I went. Stood around like Brown's cows, finally service arrived. "Yes sir, we have one in stock but we can't find it. H...	Hendo	12	1315	06:44 PM May 13, 2014 by 03_troopy
	Does the WDH & anti sway affect you're ATM or GVM (Preview) Here I go again.... Another question.... Supposition. I have a tow capable of 2.5 ton. Fully loaded my caravan is 2.4ton (like to think it wouldn't be that heavy). So, if I'm now towing full height van, say 2.9m high with aircon, rather than a poptop with a lower chassis, I personally would want to cons...	MaryJane	7	1266	04:23 PM May 13, 2014 by ozjohn
	dual battery set up (Preview) I have a Projecta 150 dual battery set up and no instructions on how it operates....does the Vehicle alternator charge the 2nd battery in the car ? Does the Van Battery get topped up by the 2nd Vehicle Battery via the Anderson outlet if wired to the Van ? If the Van is not wired to the Anderson plug does t...	yackboy	3	1244	04:14 PM May 13, 2014 by yackboy
	Gas bottle sizes (Preview) when swapping gas bottles you can get either a 9kg -8.5kg and now a 7.85kg. When I queried I was told they were all filled by weight and were all the same, I think they only fill all bottles to a max of 80% so 80%of a 9kg is in my book more than 80% of 7.85kg . My question is if they are all the same are they under f...	Stl	10	4417	03:53 PM May 13, 2014 by oldbobsbus
	mobile home springs. (Preview) We are in Adelaide with our 31 ft mobile home, we are seeking new coil springs for the hydraulic lifter jacks, it seems that it is in the too hard basket, have been to hydraulics specialist , he wasn't interested, phone Darios Caravans in Adelaide, didn't want to know us after they found out the size of ou...	swaggie style	8	1013	10:12 PM May 12, 2014 by Aus-Kiwi
	3 way fridge help (Preview) Hi, has anyone had a dometic fridge 2011 model 186 litre rm4601 . freezer on either gas or 240 setting on 7 will go down to minus 23 at night but soon as the sun hits side of van will rise up to zero or even warmer . fridge over night minus 9 but will get up to 17. freezer on minus 15 fridge plus 12.Thats now , fro...	Stl	23	4740	07:23 PM May 12, 2014 by KFT
	Gel batteries. How long do they last? (Preview) Having tried to charge our batteries(7 years old) with no result.(48 hours) Took to local Jayco dealer to check.... shown the batteries and told they were about to explode,(they were very much expanded) So, how long do gel batteries last and what is correct procedure to charge batteries? cost to re...	Collo	7	2783	07:21 AM May 12, 2014 by nano
	V6 ML Triton (Preview) Hi does any one on here tow with a v6 auto triton , if so what size and weight van do you tow and also what fuel economy thinks	koalaboy	5	755	02:04 AM May 11, 2014 by Aus-Kiwi
	Nylon universal mount for LCD tv. (Preview) We have just broken the above mentioned part and before we start repairing it, I thought I would put my problem out there. Anyone any ideas where this part can be purchaseD from. It's a nylon swivel mount at the back of the TV. It's part of a wall mounted bracket for a LCD TV. It allows you to adjust the scree...	Allan Marais	3	653	07:46 PM May 10, 2014 by Baz421
	240v to 12v transformer (Preview) Hi, I use a 240v to 12v transformer to run my 12v lights, water pump, toilet, winegaurd etc. My question is, is this okay or should I use a step down fro m 24v to 12v. My coach has 4 X 175 panels (24v), 2 X 12v - 210 amp AGM's and 1000W inverter. The only 240v appliances we run are TV, microwave, domestic fridge...	learmo	19	7641	06:33 PM May 10, 2014 by baysidetas
	More solar questions ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) Hi all, Think I nearly have my head around what I need for a very basic install. 1. 300w of Solar panels 2. Brackets to suit ( looking at using sikaflex to mount (less holes means less chances of leaks) 3. wiring 6mm minimum from panels to controller, 8mm between batteries 4. 30amp Solar regulator 5. 2 x 10...	Woolly	67	4474	12:12 PM May 10, 2014 by oldtrack123
	Engel fridge to engel battery box (Preview) I have just purchased an 40ltr engel fridge freezer for use in my Prado but want to use it when we go bush. Will a engel battery box supply this fridge satisfactory.	gazolene	6	3611	06:26 PM May 9, 2014 by moblet
	Gas heater for indoors/outdoors - thinking caps, please (Preview) G'day smartie pants. We have a number of clever, technically minded GNs on this forum who may think there's potential in this idea for a safe indoor gas heater. My parents had a Wunderheat fireplace at home. It was an enclosed firebox set into a regular fireplace with a chimney. The heat of the firebox s...	GaryKelly	22	1900	11:51 PM May 8, 2014 by Aus-Kiwi
	Flexible sola panels. (Preview) I have been asked about these panels. Just a question out there for any comments about them, good or bad. My friend is rebuilding a van and what's to use them but he is not sure if they are any good and neither am I. Your thoughts and comments would be greatly appreciated. briche	briche	6	4732	11:09 AM May 7, 2014 by pcm947
	Isuzu Mu-x (Preview) Thinking of buying the Isuzu Mu-x ( 7 seater ) which has the same running gear as the D-mux. Intended to do a round oz trip next year towing a small van. Anyone had any experience to the ISuzi	grahamg	3	4191	07:01 PM May 6, 2014 by grahamg
	2.2 Kv generator (Preview) Just saw a 2.2Kv generator at Aldi for $299.	deverall11	5	1507	06:34 PM May 6, 2014 by 03_troopy
	JOHN GUEST PIPE (Preview) HI NEED TO PICK YOUR BRAINS RE OUR PIPING BLUE AND RED WE ARE HAVING LATELY A LARGE AMOUNT OF LEAKS FROM THE HOSE SPLITTING OR PIN HOLING SPOKE TO JAYCO IN NOWRA TODAY HE WAS PUZZLED ,SOMETIMES WHEN IT SPLITS IT IS LIKE A STANLEY KNIFE CUT ,OTHER TIMES IT IS A SMALL PIN HOLE CAN IT BE A MALFUNCTION IN THE BUILT...	grae and deb	13	2113	05:49 PM May 6, 2014 by 03_troopy
	Extending chassis on ute (Preview) I have a 2002 courier one ton ute and want to extend the chassis . Does anybody know the laws involved? I have designed and am seriously thinking of buildind a bigger camper on the back as the present slide on is a bit small to live in. I would appreciate your views. Thanks, Bill	bill12	15	2697	04:27 PM May 6, 2014 by elliemike
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