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Coaster Fuel Issues
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After many years with our faithful campervan we upgraded to a short wheelbase Coaster only to recieve a shock with it's fuel consumption, 17 litres per 100 k's. That is 5.8 kilometers to a litre of fuel, and this was travelling on the new Pacific Highway north of Taree staying around 90 k's per hour. I...
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Fullriver DC260 deep cycle batteries / Vitrifrigo 24v fridge
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Does anyone have these batteries in their motorhomes? We have 4 connected to our 6 x 120watt solar panels to provide power to our Vitrifrigo 24 volt fridge, lights, vacuum toilet etc. Our fridge is now constantly cycling (for the past week or so) and checking with a volt metre there are 25.6volts goi...
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busmartins
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12 volt fan for van
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Anybody have some recommendations. Endless Breeze and Sirocco all around $150 to $160. Why does 12 volt seem to increase the cost? We have plenty of 12 volt van points and would probably have a relocatable fan.
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Omnistor Awning
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G'day Due to recent storms we suffered damage to our awning which needs replacing. Our current omnistor awning is 4.5 mt wide and is roof mounted on a Geist Van. I was considering replacing it with one that was more readily available in Australia. Any Help would be appreciated. We are currently at Ger...
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bensuz29
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Hydraulic brakes
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Hi All, Has anyone looked at this new Brake Commander controller\actuator for hydraulic brakes? Looks interesting, especially the wireless remote - no wiring needed in my new truck. Here's their website link - www.brakecommander.com Thanks, and looking forward to your feedback. Andrew
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ajdeleon
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tv dongle
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hi all has any body used those laptop tv dongles to watch tv on a laptop while on the road cheers snap -- Edited by snap1946 on Thursday 7th of March 2013 08:13:36 AM
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snap1946
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protect vinyl "spacer" on pop-top
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Does anyone have knowledge of a product that will seal/protect the vinyl bit of a pop-top between the bottom of the van and the roof? My wife and I just purchased a Viscount Sea-Breeze (got sick of waiting for an answer about repairs to our Jayco Dove that got scorched so we bought a better van) and the vin...
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Beanbag53
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Battery charger
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I've Got a 80 watt solar portable panel beside this one what is the best small charger to use when it home an Ctek or an Projecta Pro-Charge Battery Charger 12V 2-8Amp thank you allready for your replys John
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Cruising Cruze
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Aliner Awning
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For Aliner owners ,here are the Installation Instructions for you awning, Hans
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TV BOOSTERS
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hi all does every body use TV boosters on their aerials cheers snap
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snap1946
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Suitable TV Antenna for travelling
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Hi. I am needing to get a TV antenna for my poptop and am suitably confused by the wide range on offer. Am hoping that some of the "techies" on this site may assist, and explain why they recommend a particular type / brand. Much anticipation and many thanks in advance. KB
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Cruisemaster Independent Coil Suspension
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My wife and I are going to purchase a new single axle van with an ATM of 2500kg and have the option to upgade the suspension to the Cruisemaster Independent Coil & Shock setup. Does anyone have this system and what has been your experience with it. Also, any advice on independent suspension system...
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Portable Fridges - A lesson learnt.
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Ok, here we go... the old Waeco vs Engal...... Mmmmmm not really, but if it comes to that, i don't care, its all helpful information in my eyes.I was going to start a thread on Waeco fridges and their faults, as there are many. But i've decided to take a broader look at my lifespan with Portable Fridges and...
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Bullbars
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Hi all, Raced out the other day in the worst rain ever and purchased a bullbar for my 2001 100 series 6 Petrol with a live front axle and becuase it was pissing down so much couldn't check to see if the mounts matched and I think I have bought the wrong one. The Bar is a Toyota original alloy. Can anyone tell me...
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Dolly
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Vanguard caravans (Redback )
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G'day The handbrake and I are looking at up dating our Coromal off road van (pop top) to a new full size van with onsuite and bla bla bla. I have come across a van marketed as a Red back off roader that is manufactured by Vanguard vans from Epping in Vic . I would be interested to talk to anyone who has purchase...
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abes
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Wheel bearings
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How do I tell what type of bearings my Coromal Compact uses?
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grahamg
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Aldi Mobile
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http://aldimobile.com.au/ Aldi are taking to the Pre-Paid mobile market too, using Telstra Wholesale (same as Kogan, and same coverage as Kogan) Prices are not as attractive as Kogan, but the PAYG deals might be more attractive to those whom want 12 months access and dont use much data. [img]htt...
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SaltyDog
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Tyre Pressure Monitors
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Is anybody using these tyre pressure monitors ? any experience ...? and which ones i.e. internal or external ? Are they worth having ? Lots of questions but would appreciate your views.
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Deer
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Oils aint Oils
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Hi, This question is aimed at Mazda BT 50 owners. What brand and grade of engine oil does your dealer use? Or have you changed to your preferred brand, I am undecided whether to use Valvoline Synpower env c2 5w 30 or Penrite hpr5 10 40. Also do you change your own Oil and Filters. John
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Mr Red
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Fridge is getting hot on gas
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The Electrolux 3-way fridge had a major service last year (another story) and was working well on 240v and on gas. Then last week when operating on gas it was getting hotter and hotter on the inside and the freezer also defrosted. This was after driving steadily on a gravel road for 30km at relatively sl...
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