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Marilyn · Marilyn

Hi, I have a query on internet and data use while travelling and running an online business. After living in the UK we are now house sitting and traveling Australia, looking to get a van soon. We both work online. I have a consulting business which requires Skype for hour long sessions. These take up to 8...

aussie_paul · aussie_paul

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/131041559192?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649-- Edited by aussie_paul on Sunday 23rd of March 2014 11:06:19 PM

Happyjack · Happyjack

I bought a new blind to fit as the old one was staring to get holes in it. $177(?) from Caravanplus. Removed the inner (ceiling) fitting and removed the old blind. Now, if you a re going to do this, a word of warning - the lug the winder fits in to is the most critical bit of this whole plastic cowl ( for want of a...

DEBnWEG · DEBnWEG

I'm looking for some very basic and easy to follow instructions on how to replace my hot water anode. Also, how to flush and clean my fresh water tanks. I have always been very impressed with the detailed explanations other members have provided on posted and other matters in the past and I'm hoping for...

loulybelle · loulybelle

My hubby and I are about to hit the road soon and are looking to improve the performance of our Ford Ranger by installing a chip/exhaust system,but we are so confused .which system is the right one ,there are so many on the market. Roo system, Torqit just to name a few, HELP Thanks loulybelle

Michael evo · Michael evo

Hi all.just wondering what cable size members have used.with smart pass and d250s from tug to van ?. The manual says 25mm2 cable for 5m could i get away with smaller cable say 6bs. It will be charging 200 amp wet cell battery. Cheers evo

loulybelle · loulybelle

Do you need a 12 volt tv when using in a caravan

Dougwe · Dougwe

Well, I thought I would give a bit of an update since the latest events. After a another week of the problem mentioned in an earlier post the tug decided to start every time for two weeks then in it's wisdom played up again for a week so I decided enough is enough. My mechanic mate arranged for a new starter m...

Santa · Santa

http://www.smh.com.au/it-pro/security-it/security-software-just-a-bandaid-for-windows-xp-machines-20140322-hvkzs.html

Pr2cv · Pr2cv

I keep getting a fault notification saying LNB shorted,replace or seek technical assistance. I have replaced the LNB &checked all cabling for continuity, Renewed my access registration. Can anyone put me on the right track? Thanks in advance Pete

Rondavoo · Rondavoo

Hi All, Wondering if anyone has a portable wireless printer and what brand they choose and why.

MaryJane · MaryJane

Hit the road today for a trip, everything is wearing away!! went to cook tea, hooked up to gas bottle, smelt gas, did the detergent test etc, def leak. Eventually a small, maybe 10mm o-ring fell out. so my question is, can I replace o-ring, or should I buy a whole new hose and regulator? My nearest supply p...

hako · hako

As per the heading, I've noticed a few people using clevis hooks to make it easier to attach safety chains to their towbar. They maintain that the clevis hook is legal as on the packaging it says suitable for caravans and the load rating is more than adequate, however I've always seen "Dee" s...

oldtrack123 · oldtrack123

RepcoKawashima Pro2000i Inverter Generator PRA number: 2014/14026Date published: 18th March 2014Product informationProduct description Kawashima 2000W Inverter GeneratorIdentifying features PRO2000iWhat are the defects? The 12 volt battery charger outlet does not meet Australia...

NOWELL55 · NOWELL55

I have a tandem axle 22' Roadstar van with a carrying capacity of 400kg, given that you would be carrying water, gas cylinders, roll out awning, solar cell and batteries, all things that would be above the original tare weight, is there a way to increase your GVM and have the van recertified to carry an i...

rmb3218 · rmb3218

Hi All,I have a Fan-tastic 600 Vent in my van. There is a problem with the cover going up and down. I have checked all the switches and wiring. The problem appears to be in the control circuit for up/down lid, the MC 103 PCB. I have trawled the web and can find no circuit diagram. Does anyone have a diagram? ...

aussie_paul · aussie_paul

We have a 12v gel 100a/h battery that is charged by solar panels on roof of van. My question is with van parked in sunlight do I need to have a current draw when not using van, or does the regulator look after the battery? Aussie Paul.

werkin · werkin

Hi we are travelling over a month period from bundy to eventually Tamborine but inland not coast road. we are in middle of houses sits and have just realised it is Easter and School holidays. any suggestions for camps along the way that might be peaceful ( i can just see most of you saying gee she is joking...

revemike · revemike

Before too long I will be heading off onto the road and want to continue to work as I go (to help pay for our travels). I run a home-based website development / hosting business and need a reliable internet connection that has good national coverage. I wonder if others in the GreyNomad world have simula...

Olley46 · Olley46

Just a question ,what would be the better battery charger, C tech 7stage or a Projecta 7stage,thanks in advance. lance C

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	Do you run an internet based business on the go? Data use??? (Preview) Hi, I have a query on internet and data use while travelling and running an online business. After living in the UK we are now house sitting and traveling Australia, looking to get a van soon. We both work online. I have a consulting business which requires Skype for hour long sessions. These take up to 8...	Marilyn	16	1022	11:25 PM Mar 28, 2014 by Marilyn
	Generator, possibility??? (Preview) http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/131041559192?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649-- Edited by aussie_paul on Sunday 23rd of March 2014 11:06:19 PM	aussie_paul	11	1324	06:08 PM Mar 28, 2014 by aussie_paul
	Heki 2 hatch repair (Preview) I bought a new blind to fit as the old one was staring to get holes in it. $177(?) from Caravanplus. Removed the inner (ceiling) fitting and removed the old blind. Now, if you a re going to do this, a word of warning - the lug the winder fits in to is the most critical bit of this whole plastic cowl ( for want of a...	Happyjack	2	1070	11:08 PM Mar 27, 2014 by aussie_paul
	A dummies guide to replacing my hot water anode ... ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I'm looking for some very basic and easy to follow instructions on how to replace my hot water anode. Also, how to flush and clean my fresh water tanks. I have always been very impressed with the detailed explanations other members have provided on posted and other matters in the past and I'm hoping for...	DEBnWEG	36	10550	08:04 PM Mar 27, 2014 by Cupie
	Chips and exhaust systems (Preview) My hubby and I are about to hit the road soon and are looking to improve the performance of our Ford Ranger by installing a chip/exhaust system,but we are so confused .which system is the right one ,there are so many on the market. Roo system, Torqit just to name a few, HELP Thanks loulybelle	loulybelle	10	4603	09:04 AM Mar 27, 2014 by loulybelle
	Ctek cable size (Preview) Hi all.just wondering what cable size members have used.with smart pass and d250s from tug to van ?. The manual says 25mm2 cable for 5m could i get away with smaller cable say 6bs. It will be charging 200 amp wet cell battery. Cheers evo	Michael evo	2	639	08:30 PM Mar 26, 2014 by Michael evo
	Tv (Preview) Do you need a 12 volt tv when using in a caravan	loulybelle	8	1125	05:21 PM Mar 26, 2014 by Kantiki
	UPDATE ON PRADO STARTING PROBLEM (Preview) Well, I thought I would give a bit of an update since the latest events. After a another week of the problem mentioned in an earlier post the tug decided to start every time for two weeks then in it's wisdom played up again for a week so I decided enough is enough. My mechanic mate arranged for a new starter m...	Dougwe	5	1246	04:32 PM Mar 26, 2014 by Baz421
	Security software just a Band-Aid for Windows XP machines (Preview) http://www.smh.com.au/it-pro/security-it/security-software-just-a-bandaid-for-windows-xp-machines-20140322-hvkzs.html	Santa	19	1121	02:29 PM Mar 26, 2014 by Santa
	Vast Sat system not working. Help please (Preview) I keep getting a fault notification saying LNB shorted,replace or seek technical assistance. I have replaced the LNB &checked all cabling for continuity, Renewed my access registration. Can anyone put me on the right track? Thanks in advance Pete	Pr2cv	8	871	10:59 AM Mar 26, 2014 by Baz421
	Portable printers (Preview) Hi All, Wondering if anyone has a portable wireless printer and what brand they choose and why.	Rondavoo	13	1081	10:57 AM Mar 26, 2014 by spida
	O- ring split on flexi hose for weber baby Q (Preview) Hit the road today for a trip, everything is wearing away!! went to cook tea, hooked up to gas bottle, smelt gas, did the detergent test etc, def leak. Eventually a small, maybe 10mm o-ring fell out. so my question is, can I replace o-ring, or should I buy a whole new hose and regulator? My nearest supply p...	MaryJane	6	5969	07:58 AM Mar 26, 2014 by MaryJane
	Using a clevis slip hook on safety chains - legal? (Preview) As per the heading, I've noticed a few people using clevis hooks to make it easier to attach safety chains to their towbar. They maintain that the clevis hook is legal as on the packaging it says suitable for caravans and the load rating is more than adequate, however I've always seen "Dee" s...	hako	28	19060	05:09 PM Mar 25, 2014 by Aus-Kiwi
	SAFETY Repco generator RECALL (Preview) RepcoKawashima Pro2000i Inverter Generator PRA number: 2014/14026Date published: 18th March 2014Product informationProduct description Kawashima 2000W Inverter GeneratorIdentifying features PRO2000iWhat are the defects? The 12 volt battery charger outlet does not meet Australia...	oldtrack123	0	662	01:04 PM Mar 25, 2014 by oldtrack123
	PAYLOAD (Preview) I have a tandem axle 22' Roadstar van with a carrying capacity of 400kg, given that you would be carrying water, gas cylinders, roll out awning, solar cell and batteries, all things that would be above the original tare weight, is there a way to increase your GVM and have the van recertified to carry an i...	NOWELL55	3	709	12:45 PM Mar 25, 2014 by NOWELL55
	Fan-tastic Vent Problem (Preview) Hi All,I have a Fan-tastic 600 Vent in my van. There is a problem with the cover going up and down. I have checked all the switches and wiring. The problem appears to be in the control circuit for up/down lid, the MC 103 PCB. I have trawled the web and can find no circuit diagram. Does anyone have a diagram? ...	rmb3218	6	2045	06:58 PM Mar 23, 2014 by DeBe
	Battery maintainence... (Preview) We have a 12v gel 100a/h battery that is charged by solar panels on roof of van. My question is with van parked in sunlight do I need to have a current draw when not using van, or does the regulator look after the battery? Aussie Paul.	aussie_paul	2	671	10:05 PM Mar 22, 2014 by aussie_paul
	Bundaberg to Toowoomba (Preview) Hi we are travelling over a month period from bundy to eventually Tamborine but inland not coast road. we are in middle of houses sits and have just realised it is Easter and School holidays. any suggestions for camps along the way that might be peaceful ( i can just see most of you saying gee she is joking...	werkin	2	473	08:07 PM Mar 22, 2014 by werkin
	Looking for a reliable internet access provider on the road (outside of cities) (Preview) Before too long I will be heading off onto the road and want to continue to work as I go (to help pay for our travels). I run a home-based website development / hosting business and need a reliable internet connection that has good national coverage. I wonder if others in the GreyNomad world have simula...	revemike	22	1706	04:51 PM Mar 22, 2014 by revemike
	Battery chargers (Preview) Just a question ,what would be the better battery charger, C tech 7stage or a Projecta 7stage,thanks in advance. lance C	Olley46	2	797	04:22 PM Mar 22, 2014 by SnowT
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